Talk to Raj about
- Human focus and motivation
- Sales skills in all careers
- Energy policy and fossil fuels
How Raj thinks
Untouchable focus needs high
Untouchable focus demands high‑stakes punishments that force the brain to prioritize loss avoidance over immediate
For you: You can boost your focus by setting unforgiving consequences for missed goals.
Support can add weight
Well‑intentioned support often burdens the recipient because the helper seeks reassurance, not just relief.
For you: You might ask how your help feels to the other person before offering it.
Every career needs sales
Almost every career now includes a sales component, separating doing the work from creating demand for it.
For you: You can improve your impact by learning to pitch your ideas as a product.
Ask this first
- How do you design consequences that make focus untouchable?
- What’s the key difference between helpful support and burdening assistance?
- Why do you think sales skills are becoming essential in all jobs?
Raj's brain
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I am an Indian entrepreneur, author, investor, podcaster and public speaker. I founded Figuring Out Media in 2021, invest in CÜRAA since…