Derek Sivers is an American writer, musician, programmer and entrepreneur, best known for being the founder and former president of CD Baby, an online CD store for independent musicians.
Live where everything is happening. Say yes to everyone, pursue every opportunity - you never know which one will win. Own as close to 100% as possible of your ideas.
Imitate the best strategies of your competitors. The market doesn’t care about your personal need to be unique.
Do what pays well. Follow the money, it tells you where you’re most valuable.
Learn the multiplying skills - speaking, writing, psychology, design, conversation, languages, persuasion, programming, meditation/focus.