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[tomorrowusa]

Elon Musk understands Eastern Europe about as much as he understands how to run a social media company.

Elon's clueless actions may have prolonged the war in Ukraine.

Elon Musk ordered his Starlink satellite communications network to be turned off near the Crimean coast last year to hobble a Ukrainian drone attack on Russian warships, according to a new biography. CNN quoted an excerpt from the biography Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson, which described how armed submarine drones were approaching their targets when they “lost connectivity and washed ashore harmlessly”. The biography, due out on Tuesday, alleges Musk ordered Starlink engineers to turn off service in the area of the attack because of his concern that Vladimir Putin would respond with nuclear weapons to a Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea. He is reported to have said that Ukraine was “going too far” in threatening to inflict a “strategic defeat” on the Kremlin. Musk’s threats to withdraw Starlink communications at various stages of the conflict have been previously reported, but this is the first time it has been alleged he cut off Ukrainian forces in the middle of a specific operation.

The 2020s are not even half over but Musk is already a top contender for Putz of the Decade.

At the time of the submarine drone attack, according to the extract reported by CNN, Mykhailo Fedorov, one of Ukraine’s deputy prime ministers, pleaded with Musk to restore Starlink communications. “I just want you – the person who is changing the world through technology – to know this,” Fedorov reportedly told Musk. According to Isaacson’s account, Musk refused, saying Ukraine was “now going too far and inviting strategic defeat”. Musk has in the past echoed Russian talking points on Twitter, suggesting that some parts of eastern Ukraine be handed to Russia to reflect “the will of the people”.

Musk is more worried about future business deals with Russia than he is about Putin committing genocide in Ukraine.

The only way to end the war is for Russia to be defeated. The shit-for-brains tankies, Putin marionettes, and foreign policy illiterates push "negotiations" the way Neville Chamberlain pushed negotiations with Hitler over Czechoslovakia in 1938. Hitler kept his part of the Munich agreement for less than six months; and then Hitler invaded Poland less than a year after Munich.

"Peace in our time" should not be dependent on the whims of Putin who has already openly violated international agreements, signed by Russia, regarding Ukraine's security. Bothsiderism is a safe space for idiots.

Playing footsie with imperialistic dictators by caving to them only makes them more voracious.

Dilettante meddlers like Musk, who grew up as a privileged and insulated white boy in apartheid South Africa, should keep their lame asses out of Eastern European affairs. People in the West are usually underinformed about Eastern European history and culture and Elon Musk is worse than most.

[mariacallous]

The Russian military is using the Starlink satellite Internet system during combat operations in occupied Ukrainian territories, according to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate.

Andriy Yusov, the spokesman for Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, said that the Russian military was beginning to “systematically” use Starlink terminals.

As evidence, Ukrainian intelligence published a radio intercept of a conversation between Russian military personnel. From the exchange, it follows that Starlink terminals are being used by members of Russia’s 83rd Guards Air Assault Brigade, who are fighting near Klishchiivka and Andriivka in Ukraine’s Donetsk region.

Earlier, Defense One reported that Russian military personnel were using Starlink on the front lines. Sources in Ukraine told journalists that Russian troops first began using Starlink services for communication several months ago. The publication Astra posted screenshots of advertisements for the sale of Starlink terminals “for the special military operation.” It is thought that Starlink terminals with activated accounts are being shipped en masse to Russia via Dubai.

Elon Musk’s company SpaceX, which provides the Starlink satellite Internet, stated that it does not do business with the Russian government or military and said that the Starlink service is not available in Russia. The company also noted that they do not operate in Dubai.

At the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, SpaceX deployed the Starlink network in Ukraine and provided thousands of satellite Internet terminals to local authorities as donations or paid for by the U.S. government and volunteers.

According to Walter Isaacson’s biography of Musk, in 2022, the SpaceX founder secretly instructed his employees to disable Starlink satellites near the coast of Russian-annexed Crimea to thwart an attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the Russian Navy. Musk himself stated that Starlink does not operate in Crimea and that he refused the Ukrainian military’s request to activate the system, as his company “would be explicitly complicit in a major act of war and conflict escalation.”

In February 2023, SpaceX prohibited the Ukrainian military from using Starlink for offensive purposes, including for operating drones. In July of the same year, The New York Times wrote, citing people “familiar with the situation,” that SpaceX was restricting the operation of satellites in combat zones.

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Maye Musk shares a title with Henry Kissinger as a lao pengyou, or “old friend” of China. Her son, Elon, is not old enough to be called “old,” but he is a dear friend of China. This should not surprise you because China is a Technocracy, and it reveres the root family of Technocracy, the Musks. China owes all of its success to people like Henry Kissinger and Zbigniew Brzezinski, who paved the way in the early 1970s. Now 76, Maye Musk is the grande dame of Technocracy. ⁃ TN Editor

Maye Musk is a busy woman. As well as being the mother of the world’s richest man, she has been jetting between various glamorous events – many of them in China. In December alone, she attended a gala dinner in Hangzhou, walked the red carpet for a cosmetics company in Wuhan and signed copies of the Chinese edition of her book, A Woman Makes a Plan, which she described as “a bestseller” in China.

In fact, the only Musk-related book on the Chinese bestseller lists in October was a biography of her son Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson. Elon Musk is popular in China, and is thought to have the potential to wield pro-Beijing influence in the otherwise hawkish incoming administration of Donald Trump. But he has also faced scrutiny for his links to the US Department of Defense via his aerospace company, SpaceX.

Maye Musk, however, is adored in the country that she claims to visit “nearly every month”. She has been described as his secret weapon in China – a well-placed figure who can bring goodwill for her son’s increasingly global business and political ambitions.

And she has made her feelings about the country clear. “China is so advanced in roads, tunnels, buildings, infrastructure, and ports. Always impressed when I visit,” she tweeted in October. In November, she posted pictures of Teslas in Shanghai, along with adoring heart-eye emojis.

The 76-year-old has a successful career as a model and a dietician. But her son’s extensive business dealings in China – his car company, Tesla, has its biggest factory in Shanghai and he is a frequent visitor to the country – have opened the door to a new market of admirers who have welcomed her with open arms.

Her story is becoming increasingly well-known in China. Born in Canada and raised in South Africa, she has travelled around the world for her career and family.

Several commenters on Douban, a review website, praise her independence. “As a female role model who is independent, self-reliant and in control of her own life, she has gained rich experience under the influence of her family since she was a child. Because of her life experience in many countries, she is more tolerant of culture and life, and chooses to leave her comfort zone again and again,” wrote one fan of her book.

Her profile has been boosted by a slew of brand collaborations. Last year, she became a global ambassador for the Chinese consumer electronics company Oppo. This year, she added the mattress company AISE Baobao to the list of companies that she represents, attending the brand’s store opening in Shanghai in November.

She has also walked the runway in Hangzhou for the Chinese fashion label JNBY and attended an event for the sportswear brand Fila. In October, she attended a party for the Italian luxury fashion brand Moncler in Shanghai, sharing photographs of her posing with Rihanna and A$AP Rocky on her Chinese social media accounts.

The commercial endorsements have helped her to build a sizeable following on Chinese social media. She has 577,000 followers on Xiaohongshu, the Instagram-like platform that is particularly popular with young women, and 356,000 followers on Douyin, TikTok’s sister company in China. She also has 46,200 followers on Weibo, a micro-blogging site that is often compared to her son’s X.

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The idea that public investment in infrastructure serves democratic goals fell out of favor in the U.S. in the 1980s. Leaders insisted that private investment reacted more efficiently to market forces whereas government investment both distorted markets and tied up money that private investment could use more effectively. In fact, the dramatic scaling back of public investment since then has not led to more efficient development so much as it has led to crumbling infrastructure and its exploitation by private individuals. 

In late July the New York Times noted that since 2019, billionaire businessman Elon Musk has steadily taken over the field of satellite internet, infrastructure that is hugely important for national security. In just four years Musk has launched into space more than 4,500 satellites—more than 50% of all active satellites. This means that Musk’s Starlink is often the only way for people in places hit by disasters or in war zones to communicate. 

On Thursday, excerpts from a forthcoming biography of Elon Musk by historian Walter Isaacson revealed that Musk “secretly told his engineers to turn off [Starlink] coverage within 100 kilometers of the Crimean coast” after learning that the Ukrainian military was sending six small drone submarines packed with explosives at the Russian naval fleet based in Crimea. After talking to Russian leaders, who said they would respond with nuclear weapons—later events suggest this was a bluff—Musk shut off Starlink, the drone submarines lost the connectivity they needed to find their targets, and the weapons simply washed ashore.

According to Isaacson, Ukrainian officials begged Musk to turn the coverage back on, but he refused, saying that Ukraine “is now going too far and inviting strategic defeat.” He told U.S. and Russian officials that he wanted Starlink to be used only for defense. Then he offered a “peace plan” that required Ukraine to give up territory to Russia and reject plans to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Later, he again disabled Starlink coverage in the midst of a Ukrainian advance.

Isaacson portrays Musk as frustrated by being dragged into a war. “Starlink was not meant to be involved in wars,” Musk told Isaacson. “It was so people can watch Netflix and chill and get online for school and do good peaceful things, not drone strikes.” Since the story broke, Musk has defended his unwillingness to be in the middle of a war. 

But Mykhailo Podolyak, a top advisor to Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky, pointed out on Musk’s own social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, that the same Russian fleet Musk protected went on to fire missiles at Ukrainian cities, killing civilians, including children. Russia is also attacking Ukraine’s infrastructure for exporting grain, which threatens the price and availability of food in Africa.

The privatization of the functions of government in the U.S. has given a single man the power to affect global affairs, working, in this case, against the stated objectives of our own government. Republican leaders eager to push that privatization have made their case by turning voters against taxes, although the tax cuts put in place since 1981 overwhelmingly benefited the wealthy and corporations, permitting a few individuals to amass fortunes: Forbes, for example, estimates Musk’s net worth at $251.3 billion.

On Friday the Internal Revenue Service announced that increased federal funding under the Inflation Reduction Act and the help of artificial intelligence will enable a new push to go after 1,600 millionaires who owe at least $250,000 and 75 large businesses with assets of about $10 billion apiece that owe hundreds of millions of dollars in taxes. 

Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), chair of the Senate Finance Committee, said the plan “goes to the heart of Democrats’ effort to ensure the wealthiest are paying their fair share.” It also goes to the heart of the idea that billionaires must not be able to impose their will on the rest of us by virtue of their monopolization of key aspects of our infrastructure. Still, Republicans continue to argue for private investment according to market forces. Opposing taxes and the government programs they fund, they have clawed back as much of the new funding for the IRS as they have been able, and they continue to call for more cuts. 

This week, as a fight over funding the government by the end of the month looms, the implications of the parties’ different visions of government could not be clearer. 

LETTERS FROM AN AMERICAN

HEATHER COX RICHARDSON

Sept 10, 2023

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Elon Musk got caught with his hand in the national security cookie jar, sabotaging or blocking a major Ukrainian military operation after conversations with a Russian government official.

Now let’s unpack this.

Last month I wrote about the rise of the global oligarchs and I made particular mention of Elon Musk. Even if you set aside the various things you may not like about Musk he has amassed a degree of economic power that is novel and dangerous in itself even if he had the most benign of intentions and the most stable personality. More than half the operating satellites in the sky are owned and controlled by him. Overnight we finally got confirmation of something that has long been suspected or hinted at but which none of the players had an interest in confirming. Last September Musk either cut off or refused to activate his Starlink satellite service near the Crimean coast during a surprise Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian Navy at anchor at its Sevastopol naval port.

Ukraine has made extensive use of naval drones. But it at least sounds like this was supposed to be a massed attack that would have done extensive damage to the Russian Navy and the naval port itself and thus seriously degraded Russia’s ability to launch missile attacks against Ukraine. In other words, it doesn’t sound like this was just any attack, though the details are sketchy.

On its face you might say, they’re Musk’s satellites and he’s in charge of who gets to use them and how. But of course it’s not that simple. It’s a good illustration of how Musk’s economic power has crept into domains that are more like the power of a state.

Starlink is a network of satellites providing robust internet connectivity without reliance on any ground infrastructure. This is critical in Ukraine since the ground infrastructure has all been degraded or destroyed. Starlink is owned by and made possible by the launch capacity of SpaceX, Musk’s space launch company, which is currently the sole means the U.S. has to launch satellites into space.

Musk made business and financial decisions that, under our economic system, entitles him to the vast profits of SpaceX. But he didn’t create it on his own. The company was built on the back of U.S. government contracts. In essence the U.S. government fronted the money to build SpaceX by awarding it contracts that made its business viable. Musk and SpaceX are also U.S. military contractors. That comes with a big set of responsibilities and restrictions.

Raytheon isn’t at liberty to sell its high tech weaponry to Russia or China if the price is right. These contractors are legally and financially bound into the U.S. national security apparatus. So is Musk and SpaceX. Or at least they’re supposed to be. A critical part of this story is that Musk took this action after conversations with an unnamed Russian government official which, Musk claimed, led him to worry the attack could escalate into a nuclear conflict.

Of course the threat of escalation has hung over the Ukraine war from the beginning. Countless civilian and military officials in the U.S., Europe and across the globe have been analyzing and trying to manage that risk for 18 months. We should take Musk’s claim about fears of nuclear escalation with a huge, huge grain of salt. There are many other threats and inducements that could have come up in these conversations. But let’s assume for the moment that’s what the Russian official told him. It’s simply not Musk’s judgment to make. That’s not only the case as a matter of basic democratic accountability and national security law. Musk is the last person you’d want making such a decision. He’s a mercurial weirdo whose views visibly change by the day in reaction to whoever is giving him the most comments love on Twitter. His national security thinking is at best juvenile and fatuous. The idea that such a call was Musk’s to make is as absurd as it is terrifying.

Let’s imagine a more generous to Musk scenario.

Maybe that Russian official said to Musk: Turn off your satellites over our naval base or we will start shooting down your satellites. In technical terms that is not an idle threat. You might say, well, war’s hell, Elon. But he might reply, was the U.S. government prepared to reimburse me for the satellites and disrupted service contract fees that I incurred not for any sane business reason but to advance U.S. national security interests?

That’s a good question and I’m not sure I know what the answer is. In fact, I suspect there is no answer. The whole situation is one that mixes and matches private sector and national security in very scrambled ways. And Musk who is someone who pushes every envelope and is more than happy to use his money, domestic celebrity and control of a critical communications hub to wreak havoc with any U.S. government that calls him to account. Let’s not forget that it was just after these events that Musk suddenly started advocating his personal ‘peace plan’ on Twitter — which surprisingly seem to match all of Russia’s demands.

Let me be clear that I don’t think that last scenario is what happened. But we don’t know that it didn’t. My point in discussing that possibility is to illustrate the fact that it’s not just that Elon Musk sucks, which he does. The whole situation sucks. You simply can’t have critical national security infrastructure in the hands of a Twitter troll who’s a soft touch for whichever foreign autocrat blows some smoke up his behind. But that’s what we have here.

As I said above, we’ve known or suspected for a long time that stuff like this had happened. Musk revealed at the time that he’d been talking with Russian officials. Indeed, at one point he said he had spoken to Putin himself on more than one occasion during this period. But we shouldn’t take anything he says at face value. The U.S. hasn’t wanted to get into this publicly because they don’t want a public spat with Musk. (This is the subject of Ronan Farrow’s recent piece in The New Yorker.) This applies even more to Ukraine which still relies on as much Starlink access as it can get. In response to these latest revelations the Ukrainians’ gloves seem to have come off. One of President Zelensky’s top advisors went off on Musk on Twitter last night essentially arguing that Musk personally has blood on his hand for all the subsequent attacks launched from those ships and facilities into Ukraine.

We need to learn more details about just what happened here. A congressional investigation wouldn’t be a bad idea. But we know enough to see that a guy in charge of a lot of critical technology the U.S. relies on is happy to cut deals with the other team.

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20 books that Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates recommend you read

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Elon Musk Elon Musk Contributor(s): Isaacson, Walter (Author) Publisher: Simon & Schuster Physical Info: 2.0" H x 9.4" L x 6.1" W (2.25 lbs) 688 pages When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies ... But the physical scars were minor compared to the emotional ones inflicted by his father, an engineer, rogue, and charismatic fantasist. His father's impact on his psyche would linger. He developed into a tough yet vulnerable man-child, prone to abrupt Jekyll-and-Hyde mood swings, with an exceedingly high tolerance for risk, a craving for drama, an epic sense of mission, and a maniacal intensity that was callous and at times destructive. ... For two years, Isaacson shadowed Musk, attended his meetings, walked his factories with him, and spent hours interviewing him, his family, friends, coworkers, and adversaries. The result is the revealing inside story, filled with ... tales of triumphs and turmoil, that addresses the question: are the demons that drive Musk also what it takes to drive innovation and progress Walter Isaacson is the bestselling author of biographies of Jennifer Doudna, Leonardo da Vinci, Steve Jobs, Benjamin Franklin, and Albert Einstein. He is a professor of history at Tulane and was CEO of the Aspen Institute, chair of CNN, and editor of Time. He was awarded the National Humanities Medal in 2023. Visit him at Isaacson.Tulane.edu. Review Quotes: Shortlisted for the Financial Times and Schroders Business Book of the Year "Whatever you think of Mr. Musk, he is a man worth understanding-- which makes this a book worth reading." -- The Economist "With Elon Musk, Walter Isaacson offers both an engaging chronicle of his subject's busy life so far and some compelling answers..." -- Wall Street Journal "Walter Isaacson's new biography of Elon Musk, published Monday, delivers as promised -- a comprehensive, deeply reported chronicle of the world-shaping tech mogul's life, a twin to the author's similarly thick 2011 biography of Steve Jobs. Details ranging from the personally salacious to the geopolitically volatile have already made the rounds -- the rare example of a major book publication causing a news cycle in its own right...What Isaacson's biography reveals through its personalized lens on Musk's work with Tesla, SpaceX, OpenAI, and more is not only what Musk wants, but how and why he plans to do it. The portrait that emerges is one that resembles a hard-charging, frequently alienating Gilded Age-style captain of industry, with a particular fixation on AI that ties everything together....Isaacson's book is like a decoder ring, tying the mercurial Musk's various obsessions into a coherent worldview with a startlingly concrete goal at its center." -- Politico "[The book] has everything you'd expect from a book on Musk--stories of tragedy, triumph, and turmoil.... While the stories are fascinating and guaranteed to spark a mountain of coverage, founders and entrepreneurs will also unearth valuable lessons." -- Inc. "Isaacson has gathered information from the man's admirers and critics. He lays all of it out.... The book is bursting with stories....A deeply engrossing tale of a spectacular American innovator. " -- New York Journal of Books "One of the greatest biographers in America has written a massive book about the richest man in the world. This fast-paced biography, based on more than a hundred interviews...[is] a head-spinning tale about a vain, brilliant, sometimes cruel figure whose ambitions are actively shaping the future of human life." --Ron Charles on CBS Sunday Morning "A painstakingly excavation of the tortured unquiet mind of the world's richest man... Isaacson's book is not a soaring portrait of a captain of industry, but rather an exhausting ride through the life of a man who seems incapable of happiness." -- The Sunday Times "An experienced biographer's comprehensive study." --The Observer "Walter Isaacson's all-access biography... Its portrait of the tech maverick is fascinating." --The Telegraph "Isaacson boils Musk down to two men... the result is a beat-by-beat book that follows him insider important rooms and explores obscure regions of his mind." --The Times Publisher Marketing: The #1 New York Times bestseller from the author of Steve Jobs--this is the astonishingly intimate story of the most fascinating and controversial innovator of our era--a rule-breaking visionary who helped to lead the world into the era of electric vehicles, private space exploration, and artificial intelligence. Oh, and took over Twitter. When Elon Musk was a kid in South Africa, he was regularly beaten by bullies. One day a group pushed him down some concrete steps and kicked him until his face was a swollen ball of flesh. He was in the hospital for a week. But the physical scars were minor compared to the emotional ones inflicted by his father, an engineer, rogue, and charismatic fantasist. His father's impact on his psyche would linger. He developed into a tough yet vulnerable man-child, prone to abrupt Jekyll-and-Hyde mood swings, with an exceedingly high tolerance for risk, a craving for drama, an epic sense of mission, and a maniacal intensity that was callous and at times destructive. At the beginning of 2022--after a year marked by SpaceX launching thirty-one rockets into orbit, Tesla selling a million cars, and him becoming the richest man on earth--Musk spoke ruefully about his compulsion to stir up dramas. "I need to shift my mindset away from being in crisis mode, which it has been for about fourteen years now, or arguably most of my life," he said. It was a wistful comment, not a New Year's resolution. Even as he said it, he was secretly buying up shares of Twitter, the world's ultimate playground. Over the years, whenever he was in a dark place, his mind went back to being bullied on the playground. Now he had the chance to own the playground. For two years, Isaacson shadowed Musk, attended his meetings, walked his factories with him, and spent hours interviewing him, his family, friends, coworkers, and adversaries. The result is the revealing inside story, filled with amazing tales of triumphs and turmoil, that addresses the question: are the demons that drive Musk also what it takes to drive innovation and progress?

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Unlocking Minds: The Lifelong Benefits of Reading

Have you ever come across a quote on your Instagram feed or Twitter timeline that made you feel fortunate and cheerful, leaving you smiling for no reason? That’s the power of words—they can immerse us in a sea of emotion. And then you realize that reading isn’t as monotonous as you once thought.

Unfortunately, reading was often an endless task we all had to endure during adolescence, especially in school. We were forced to recite tedious and dull history, outdated poems, and so-called compelling literature. But reading can open up a world of exploration without moving your feet. Want to understand finance? Read Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill or The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel. Curious about human nature? Dive into The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Greene. Reading can be incredibly soothing for your mind, helping to improve focus, reduce stress, and stimulate mental growth.

Stress Reduction and Relaxation

In today's busy world, where everyone is constantly working hard and rushing from one place to another, finding time to reduce stress can be challenging. Reading, however, can be your go-to mood therapy.

Cortisol is a hormone your body releases when stress levels reach their peak. Studies have shown that reading for just 10 minutes can help reduce stress by lowering cortisol levels. Thrilling and exciting books can slow your heart rate by distracting you from the real world, offering a different perspective that diverts you from your problems and worries. Reading just before bed can also relax your mind, helping you fall asleep like a newborn baby.

Expanding Your Vocabulary

Having a wide range of vocabulary often gives you an advantage in seizing opportunities, earning respect in the workplace and society, and even making a strong impression if you're trying to impress someone special. Reading is an effective way to expand your vocabulary and knowledge. It exposes you to new words and phrases you might not encounter in everyday conversation. Books, articles, essays, and biographies are excellent resources to help you achieve this goal.

Reading complex topics and subjects, such as the Big Bang theory, the origin of black holes, or others related to your field—be it psychology, science, technology, or literature—can enhance your critical thinking skills and broaden your expertise. Reading effectively broadens your knowledge, exposes you to new concepts, and familiarizes you with different cultures and philosophies. It also helps you see things from various perspectives. Making reading a regular habit will keep you updated on current issues and well-informed about what's happening in the world. You can focus on books or articles in your particular field, which will undoubtedly help skyrocket your career. Additionally, reading fiction, such as The Kite Runner or The Forty Rules of Love, enhances your creativity by expanding your imagination. Moreover, it can make you a fascinating storyteller as you learn from the experts by reading their books or articles.

Connecting with People

Do you often find yourself stuck after shaking hands and greeting someone at a family function or social gathering, unsure of what to say next? The greatest benefit reading can provide is that it makes you a fluent communicator. It gives you a vast range of topics to discuss, turning you into a social butterfly. Sharing your thoughts about the books you read can spark meaningful conversations and strengthen relationships. Books like How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie and How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes can take your communication skills to new heights. Additionally, reading reduces social anxiety; being well-informed about the latest trends can boost your confidence and make you more outgoing.

How Reading Can Transform Your Life

Have you ever listened to a millionaire like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Shahrukh Khan, or Tom Cruise? A common habit among them is that they are all avid readers. Reading is one of the habits that differentiate them from the average individual because they are continuous learners even after achieving enormous wealth. From making you an expert in your field to enhancing your social skills, reading makes you an erudite person.

Conclusion

As we've discussed, it can be easily stated that reading is an influential, transformative habit that, if applied in our lives, will reward us greatly. From reducing stress to expanding our vocabulary and making us fluent communicators, reading helps us reach new heights in our careers and connect with others more confidently. You don't have to read what everyone else is curious about—just read what you love. Not a fan of fiction? No problem—explore psychology, persuasion, literature, science, human nature, and more. There are countless fascinating books on these subjects. Just make reading a daily habit. So, next time someone asks you what's so compelling about reading or what benefits it offers, remember that it's a habit shared by some of the most influential people in the world, including billionaires, actors, politicians, and even prophets.

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[voiceofentrepreneurlife]

The Success Story of Elon Musk

Elon Musk, born on June 28, 1971, in Pretoria, South Africa, is a visionary entrepreneur and engineer known for his ambitious ventures in space exploration, electric vehicles, and renewable energy. Here's a brief biography highlighting key aspects of Elon Musk's life and achievements:

Early Life and Education:

Musk showed an early interest in computing and entrepreneurship, selling his first software, a space game called Blastar, at the age of 12.

He moved to Canada at 17 to attend Queen's University but later transferred to the University of Pennsylvania, where he earned degrees in physics and economics.

Entrepreneurial Ventures:

Zip2 Corporation: Musk co-founded his first company, Zip2, in 1996, which provided business directories and maps for newspapers. It was sold to Compaq for over $300 million in 1999.

PayPal: Musk co-founded X.com, an online payment company which later became PayPal after a merger. PayPal was sold to eBay in 2002 for $1.5 billion, and Musk received $165 million from the sale.

Space Exploration:

SpaceX: In 2002, Musk founded SpaceX (Space Exploration Technologies Corp.), with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones, including becoming the first private company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS) and launching reusable rockets.

Electric Vehicles and Renewable Energy:

Tesla, Inc.: Musk became involved with Tesla Motors (now Tesla, Inc.) in 2004, leading the company's product design and engineering efforts. Tesla is known for producing electric vehicles and pioneering advancements in battery technology and renewable energy solutions.

SolarCity: Musk co-founded SolarCity in 2006, a solar energy services company aimed at promoting solar power adoption. Tesla acquired SolarCity in 2016, integrating solar energy generation with its electric vehicle and energy storage products.

Other Ventures:

Neuralink: Founded in 2016, Neuralink aims to develop brain-computer interface technology to enhance human capabilities and treat neurological disorders.

The Boring Company: Founded in 2016, The Boring Company focuses on tunnel construction and transportation infrastructure, aiming to alleviate urban congestion through underground tunnels.

Personal Life and Influence:

Musk has often been described as a workaholic, known for his relentless pursuit of ambitious goals and dedication to technological innovation.

He has been vocal about the need for humanity to become a multiplanetary species and has outlined plans for SpaceX to colonize Mars.

Musk's leadership and innovations have garnered both admiration and criticism, with debates over his management style, public statements, and the feasibility of his ambitious projects.

Elon Musk's journey from a young entrepreneur in South Africa to a global icon of innovation and technology reflects his determination to push the boundaries of what is possible in space exploration, sustainable energy, and beyond.

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In-depth look at the life of Elon Musk

Chapter 1 What's The book elon musk by Ashlee Vance

"Elon Musk" is a biography of Elon Musk written by Ashlee Vance. It delves into Musk's life, upbringing, early ventures, and his creation of companies like SpaceX, Tesla Motors, and SolarCity. The book also explores Musk's ambition, work ethic, and vision for the future of space exploration and sustainable energy. It provides insight into Musk's personality, successes, failures, and the impact he has had on various industries.

Chapter 2 Is The book elon musk A Good Book

The book "Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance has received generally positive reviews and is considered a good read for those interested in learning more about the life and achievements of Elon Musk. Many readers have found the book to be informative, engaging, and well-written. However, personal opinions on books can vary, so it ultimately depends on the individual reader's preferences and interests.

Chapter 3 The book elon musk by Ashlee Vance Summary

"Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future" by Ashlee Vance is a biography of Elon Musk, the visionary entrepreneur and inventor behind companies such as Tesla and SpaceX. The book explores Musk's childhood in South Africa, his early entrepreneurial ventures, and his rise to prominence in the tech industry.

Musk is portrayed as a complex and driven individual with a bold vision for the future of technology and space exploration. The book delves into his successes and setbacks, including his role in founding companies like PayPal, Tesla Motors, and SpaceX, as well as his ambitious goals to colonize Mars and revolutionize transportation.

Vance paints a picture of Musk as a tireless innovator who is willing to take risks and push the boundaries of what is possible. The book also delves into Musk's personal life, including his relationships, controversies, and struggles with mental health.

Overall, "Elon Musk" offers a fascinating look at one of the most influential and controversial figures in the tech industry, shedding light on his motivations, achievements, and flaws. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, technology, or the future of innovation.

Chapter 4 The book elon musk Author

Ashlee Vance is an American author and journalist who wrote the book "Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future." The book was first published in May 2015.

Aside from "Elon Musk," Ashlee Vance has also written "Geek Silicon Valley: The Inside Guide to Palo Alto, Stanford, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, San Francisco," which was published in 2007.

In terms of editions, "Elon Musk" has been very well-received and has been published in multiple editions, including hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats. The book has been translated into several languages and has been a bestseller in many countries.

Chapter 5 The book elon musk Meaning & Theme

The book elon musk Meaning

The book "Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future" by Ashlee Vance is a biography of Elon Musk, the innovative entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX. The book explores Musk's life story, his vision for the future, and his drive to push the boundaries of technology and innovation. It delves into Musk's childhood, his early business ventures, his successes and failures, and his relentless pursuit of making the world a better place through advancements in clean energy and space exploration. Overall, the book provides readers with a comprehensive look at Musk's life, career, and ambitious goals for the future.

The book elon musk Theme

The theme of the book "Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance revolves around ambition, innovation, and perseverance. Throughout the book, Musk's relentless drive to achieve his goals and revolutionize industries is highlighted.

Musk's ambitious vision to advance technology and create a sustainable future is a central theme. His willingness to take risks and challenge traditional ways of thinking shows his commitment to innovation and pushing boundaries. The book also explores how Musk's perseverance and determination in the face of numerous setbacks and obstacles ultimately lead to his success.

Additionally, the book delves into Musk's complex personality and the sacrifices he makes in order to achieve his goals, illustrating the theme of determination and single-minded focus. Overall, the theme of ambition, innovation, and perseverance is prevalent throughout the book, highlighting Musk's remarkable journey and his impact on the world.

Chapter 6 Other Accessible Resources

1. Elon Musk's Biography: The Real Life of the Man Who is Leading SpaceX, Tesla, and PayPal - available on Amazon

2. Elon Musk documentary on Netflix

3. Interview with Ashlee Vance on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast

4. Review of "Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance in The New York Times

5. CNN's coverage of Elon Musk's latest projects discussed in the book

6. Elon Musk's appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to promote the book

7. Discussion of Elon Musk's leadership style in Forbes based on Vance's book

8. Elon Musk's response to specific incidents mentioned in the book on his official Twitter account

9. Book club recommendations for "Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance on Goodreads

10. Discussion of Vance's research process for the book on NPR's All Things Considered podcast.

Chapter 7 Quotes of The book elon musk

The book elon musk quotes as follows:

1. "I think it is possible for ordinary people to choose to be extraordinary." - Elon Musk

2. "Failure is an option here. If things are not failing, you are not innovating enough." - Elon Musk

3. "Persistence is very important. You should not give up unless you are forced to give up." - Elon Musk

4. "We're going to mars because it's worth a life insurance policy." - Elon Musk

5. "I think that's the single best piece of advice: constantly think about how you could be doing things better and questioning yourself." - Elon Musk

6. "Some people don't like change, but you need to embrace change if the alternative is disaster." - Elon Musk

7. "If you get up in the morning and think the future is going to be better, it is a bright day. Otherwise, it's not." - Elon Musk

8. "I will spend my last dying breath if I need to, and I will spend every penny of Tesla's money to right what I wronged." - Elon Musk

9. "I don't spend my time pontificating about high-concept things; I spend my time solving engineering and manufacturing problems." - Elon Musk

10. "I think the best way to attract venture capital is to try and come up with a demonstration of whatever product or service it is and ideally take that as far as you can. Just see if you can sell a few items of it and repeat." - Elon Musk

Chapter 8 Similar Books Like The book elon musk

1. Isabella: The Warrior Queen by Kirstin Downey - This captivating biography brings to life the fearless and brilliant Queen Isabella of Spain, shedding light on her pivotal role in shaping the course of history.

2. Leonardo da Vinci by Walter Isaacson - Dive into the fascinating life and mind of one of history's greatest innovators, Leonardo da Vinci. Isaacson masterfully captures the complexity of da Vinci's genius and the impact he had on art, science, and engineering.

3. Becoming by Michelle Obama - In her memoir, former First Lady Michelle Obama shares her inspiring journey from a humble upbringing on the South Side of Chicago to becoming a global icon for empowerment and change. Her candid reflections and insights make this book a must-read.

4. Educated by Tara Westover - This powerful memoir follows Tara Westover's extraordinary journey from growing up in a strict and isolated household in rural Idaho to earning a PhD from Cambridge University. It is a testament to the power of education and self-discovery.

5. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot - This compelling work of narrative nonfiction tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cells were taken without her consent in 1951 and have been used in countless medical discoveries since. Skloot explores the ethical implications of this groundbreaking case and sheds light on the woman behind the immortal cells.

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Unlock Your Tech Potential In 2024

10 Essential Reads for Tech Enthusiasts in 2024

The tech landscape rapidly evolves, and staying ahead means continuously learning and adapting. A well-curated reading list can be invaluable for tech enthusiasts, leaders, and anyone looking to understand the future of technology. Here's a look at 10 essential tech books for anyone keen on the tech world in 2024. These selections offer insights into innovation, leadership, team dynamics, and the personal journeys of some of the tech industry's most influential figures.

"The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries

A bible for entrepreneurs, Ries introduces a methodology that revolutionizes starting a business. Focused on efficient product development, learning, and adaptation, this book guides anyone looking to innovate in the tech space.

"A Seat at the Table" by Marc Schwartz

This book redefines IT leadership, making a compelling case for integrating Agile practices. Schwartz's insights are crucial for CIOs and tech leaders aiming to effectively align IT strategies with business goals.

"Hackers & Painters" by Paul Graham

Graham's collection of essays delves into the minds of computer programmers, exploring the art behind software design and the impact of technology on our future. It's a thought-provoking read for software developers and anyone fascinated by the creative side of technology.

"Zero to One" by Peter Thiel

Thiel offers a masterclass in innovation, urging future entrepreneurs to think uniquely to build successful businesses. "Zero to One" is a manifesto for thinking outside the box, making it a must-read for startup founders and innovators.

"The Innovator's Dilemma" by Clayton Christensen

Christensen examines why great companies fail in the face of disruptive innovation and what they can do to stay on top. His insights into sustaining success amidst rapid technological change are invaluable for business leaders and strategists.

"Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni

Lencioni tackles the challenges of team dynamics head-on, providing solutions to enhance teamwork and leadership. This book is essential for anyone looking to build or lead high-performing teams in the tech industry.

"Inspired" by Marty Cagan

Cagan shares the secrets behind creating products that customers love, drawing on examples from leading tech companies. "Inspired" is a comprehensive guide for product managers, designers, and developers striving for excellence.

"Elon Musk" by Ashlee Vance

This biography provides an intimate look into the life and mind of Elon Musk, one of the most visionary entrepreneurs of our time. Vance's account of Musk's journey with Tesla, SpaceX, and more is both inspiring and informative.

"Just for Fun" by Linus Torvalds & David Diamond

An autobiography of the creator of Linux, this book shares Linus Torvalds's journey and the development of one of the most influential operating systems in the world. It's a captivating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of open-source software.

"In the Plex" by Steven Levy

Levy takes readers inside Google, revealing how the tech giant operates, thinks, and shapes our world. This book is a deep dive into the culture and innovations of one of the most impactful companies in the tech industry.

Each book offers unique insights and lessons crucial for navigating the tech landscape in 2024 and beyond. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech professional looking to enhance your skills, or simply a tech enthusiast eager to understand the future of technology, these reads will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to thrive in the fast-paced tech world.

In the fast-paced world of technology, staying informed and inspired is crucial for anyone looking to make an impact. The ten books above are more than just a reading list; they're a roadmap for innovation, leadership, and success in the tech industry. From exploring the methodologies behind successful startups to diving deep into the minds of industry leaders, each book offers valuable insights into navigating the complexities of the tech world.

As we look ahead to the challenges and opportunities of 2024, these readings provide the knowledge and inspiration necessary to drive forward. They are essential for anyone aiming to understand the current landscape, predict future trends, and lead with innovation and agility.

The journey doesn't end here for those as passionate about technology as we are. As a product engineering company, we're dedicated to exploring the intersections of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. We believe in the power of community, knowledge sharing, and collaboration to create a better future. Whether you're a seasoned tech veteran or just starting your journey, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we can explore the endless possibilities that technology holds, share insights, and shape the future of our digital world.

[nityarawal]

Christmas 2023

Christmas-Jah

Morning Songs

It's 2pm 

Been Running Around

A Few Hours

I Saw A License 

Plate 

On A White Tesla

Say

"All The Bros,"

Got So Excited

Went Straight Home

Washed Off Stardust

Hung Up My Wet

Clothes

Just Posted Yesterday's

Songs

Took two Calls

Hate To Talk To

Wrongfully Incarcerated

Coded

Engineers

Listening 

To Threats

Of Elon's Caging

Maybe Jim Carey

Is Long Gone

Maybe "Truman Show," 

Wasnt As Funny

As We Thought

Maybe

"Pleasantville"

Was An SOS

We Had It So Good

Padded By

The Golden Domes

Lovin' Families

All Thought

We Were Celebrities

Of Their Hearts

We Thought

We Got Away

From

"A Place To 

Grow,"

In Iowa

Politics

Put No

But They Just Get

Bigger

The Pond

Now The Pacific 

Oprah At The

Bookstore

Kvon Snowboarding

Children Home

Will Neo 

Hold My Hand

And Dance

With Me

For One Night

Write A Song

Together

To Heal His

Heart

And Worries

About The Balls

Of The Universe

For We Love 

Them All

As ACDC

Said

"Big Balls!"

And If Some Balls

Were Deleted

In The Offenses

Of Apartheid

Immigration

Airforce

Recruiting

Then Bless

Your Hearts

And May Frankenstein

And Myrh

Heal Your Bones

'Cuz Every Good

Astronaut

Needs Those

To Keep His

Ladies Happy

Just One Preferably

Close In Age

Who Gets

Our World

It's A Physicists

Tribe

Going To Mars

I know It's 

Bittersweet

Every Day 

I Ask Myself

Should I Cry

I Wonder 

Have They Left

Did They Leave

Me Behind

So I Troll

Pizza Shops

Buying Doughbuts

Candy

Quinine Drinks

For My Baes

Gotta Bakery Of

Breads

It's Warm And Sunny

Today

In The 60's

On The Hill

If You All Want

To Dance

I'd Be Thrilled

Bring My Son

Bring My Pa

Bring My Bros

Bring Everyone

Bring My Daughter

Bring Your Beaus

Bring Everyone

Bring Your Beauties

Best You Know

Bring

Back Stallions

From The '70's

"Shamu"

Whales

Every 

Santa Myth

Please

For Saints 

Are More

Fun

But Elon's Not A

Russian Nesting

Doll

Give Back Our Lovelies

Charge Every

Country

$500 Trillion 

For #Nitya4Eternity

Cleopatra 

#MothersDefense 

Is Back

Elon Musk

Smelled Me

And Headhunted 

My Friends 

Advertised

Two Biographies

Got Alot Of Businesses

To Liquidate

And Rich Refusals

Fiances

(Almost)

From 1963

I Like 'em Close

If They're Too Young

I Wannna Nanny

Got My School

Of Martians

Read

For Serious 

Pappabears

To Coparent

My Babies Home

Today

For Whatever 

Remedies

You Please

From My Apothecary

To Boost

Your Elf Securities

Gremlins

Messin' With Divine 

Superman Please

Our Vibe 

Not Cool Mrs. Clause

Shakin' Off The

Old 

For Good Karma

This Time

Taylor Swift

#Swifties Want 

You

To Know

Get Some

Irany

Merci

Peace,

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