Derek Sivers
Radical simplicity for decisions that matter
Derek Sivers is an entrepreneur, writer, and programmer, best known for founding CD Baby, which became the largest online seller of independent music. After selling the company for $22 million and donating the proceeds to charity, he dedicated himself to writing and sharing ideas about decisions, priorities, and life philosophy.
His books — Hell Yeah or No, Anything You Want, Useful Not True, and How to Live — are short, dense guides on thinking clearly and living with intentionality. Sivers is known for his direct, almost aphoristic style and his ability to distill complex ideas into simple, actionable principles.
Livros
- Hell Yeah or No
- Anything You Want
- Useful Not True
- How to Live
Citacoes
“If you're not saying "HELL YEAH!" about something, say no.”
“Most of us have lives filled with mediocrity. We said yes to things that we felt half-hearted about.”
“Saying no makes your yes more powerful.”
Principios
Hell Yeah or No
If it's not a HELL YEAH, it's a no.
When you feel anything less than genuine enthusiasm — "Wow, that would be amazing!" — the answer is no. Saying no to almost everything frees up space to give your full attention to what truly matters.
Useful, Not True
Beliefs are tools — use the ones that work.
Instead of debating whether an idea is objectively true, ask whether it's useful to you right now. Beliefs are lenses: swap them out when they stop helping.
Do This, Not That
Clarity comes from contrasts, not lists.
Defining what you DON'T want is as important as defining what you do. Contrasts create sharp edges that make everyday decisions easier.