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Essentialism quiz

What is the core philosophy of Essentialism?

A) Doing as much as possible to achieve success

B) Prioritizing tasks equally

C) Focusing on fewer but more meaningful priorities

D) Avoiding hard work altogether

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According to Greg McKeown, what is the first step in becoming an Essentialist?

A) Learning to say "no" to every request

B) Identifying what is truly essential in your life

C) Delegating all your tasks to others

D) Working longer hours to catch up

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Which of the following is NOT a principle of Essentialism?

A) Explore what matters most

B) Eliminate the non-essential

C) Multitask to increase productivity

D) Execute what truly matters

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What does McKeown suggest about saying "no"?

A) Always say "yes" to avoid conflict

B) Use vague excuses to decline

C) Say "no" gracefully to protect your time and energy

D) Avoid responding to requests altogether

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How does Essentialism suggest we approach decision-making?

A) Make decisions as quickly as possible to save time

B) Delay decisions until all information is available

C) Assess whether a choice aligns with your core priorities

D) Allow others to make decisions for you

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What is the significance of the “minimal viable progress” concept in Essentialism?

A) To achieve perfection in every task

B) To make steady progress on essential goals

C) To complete all tasks simultaneously

D) To prioritize speed over quality

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How does Essentialism recommend dealing with failure?

A) Ignore it and move on

B) Treat it as a learning opportunity

C) Avoid taking risks to prevent failure

D) Blame others for setbacks

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What is the key to achieving “less but better” according to the book?

A) Focusing solely on work-related tasks

B) Balancing essentials and nonessentials equally

C) Prioritizing and eliminating distractions

D) Saying "yes" to every opportunity

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Why is sleep considered essential in Essentialism?

A) It helps you avoid work for longer hours

B) It is a symbol of laziness and freedom

C) It enhances clarity, creativity, and decision-making

D) It allows you to multitask more effectively

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Atomic Habits Quiz

What does James Clear compare habits to in terms of their impact over time?

A. A snowball rolling down a hill

B. The compound interest of self-improvement

C. A rocket launching into space

D. The ripple effect of a stone in water

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What is the main idea behind the Two-Minute Rule?

A. Do a task for exactly two minutes and stop.

B. Start a habit by doing a small version that takes less than two minutes.

C. Take a two-minute break after completing a habit.

D. Avoid any tasks that take more than two minutes to complete.

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According to the book, what is more important than setting goals?

A. Having strong willpower

B. Building effective systems

C. Staying motivated

D. Tracking your progress

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What is the habit loop made up of?

A. Cue, Craving, Routine, Reward

B. Trigger, Habit, Reward

C. Cue, Action, Reward, Repetition

D. Reminder, Behavior, Result

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What does “habit stacking” involve?

A. Doing multiple habits at the same time

B. Replacing a bad habit with a good one

C. Pairing a new habit with an existing one

D. Tracking all your habits together

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What is the key to breaking a bad habit?

A. Replace it with a good habit

B. Add friction to make it harder to do

C. Ignore the habit until it disappears

D. Use motivation to stop it

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Why does Clear emphasize identity over outcomes?

A. Outcomes are harder to measure than identity.

B. Changing your identity leads to long-term habit formation.

C. Identity is easier to change than behavior.

D. Outcomes can’t be influenced by habits.

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What is temptation bundling?

A. Combining a bad habit with a good one to neutralize the effects

B. Doing two unrelated tasks at the same time

C. Pairing something you want to do with something you need to do

D. Rewarding yourself after completing a habit

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Which of these best describes “making it obvious” in habit formation?

A. Telling others about your new habit

B. Setting clear goals for your habit

C. Changing your environment to highlight cues for good habits

D. Writing down all the steps to achieve a habit

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Why does time magnify the effects of habits?

A. It increases motivation over time.

B. Small habits compound into bigger results over time.

C. It eliminates bad habits naturally.

D. People become more consistent as they age.

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Rich Dad Poor Dad quiz

What is the main difference between assets and liabilities as explained in the book?

A) Assets are things you buy for personal enjoyment, while liabilities are things you buy for work

B) Assets put money in your pocket, while liabilities take money out of your pocket.

C) Assets and liabilities are the same but used in different contexts.

D) Assets are loans, while liabilities are savings.

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According to Rich Dad, what is the key to building wealth?

A) Getting a high-paying job.

B) Winning the lottery.

C) Financial education and investing in assets.

D) Saving every penny and avoiding spending.

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What does Robert Kiyosaki mean by the term “rat race”?

A) A competition between businesses for customers.

B) The cycle of working hard, earning money, and spending it on expenses without building wealth.

C) A strategy to outperform others in the stock market.

D) A race to buy expensive items before others do.

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How does Rich Dad suggest overcoming the fear of failure?

A) Avoiding risks altogether.

B) Learning from failures and seeing them as opportunities to grow.

C) Ignoring all advice from others.

D) Only investing in safe options like savings accounts.

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What is the first step toward achieving financial freedom, according to the book?

A) Paying off all debts before doing anything else.

B) Building a strong financial education.

C) Earning multiple college degrees.

D) Saving up for retirement early.

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Why does Rich Dad emphasize the importance of starting a business or investing?

A) To avoid paying taxes.

B) To create passive income streams that work for you.

C) To work fewer hours and retire early.

D) To compete with others in the industry.

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What does the book suggest about relying on a job as the only source of income?

A) It is the best way to achieve financial security.

B) It can lead to financial instability if not paired with asset-building.

C) It guarantees a comfortable retirement.

D) It should be avoided at all costs.

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From Zero to One Quiz

According to Peter Thiel, what is the most valuable type of business?

A. A competitive business with many rivals

B. A monopoly with unique products or services.

C. A franchise that replicates existing models.

D. A large company with significant market share.

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What is the main idea behind "Zero to One"?

A. Copying successful business models from competitors.

B. Incrementally improving existing ideas or products.

C. Creating something entirely new that has never existed before.

D. Expanding a company’s market share in a saturated industry.

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What does Peter Thiel say is the first step to building a successful company?

A. Scaling as quickly as possible.

B. Developing a unique insight that others have overlooked.

C. Following market trends.

D. Investing in widespread marketing and branding.

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Why does Peter Thiel emphasize the importance of starting with a small market?

A. Small markets are easier to dominate and grow from.

B. Small markets have less competition from larger companies.

C. Small markets allow companies to test their products with minimal risk.

D. All of the above.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a monopoly, according to Thiel?

A. Proprietary technology.

B. Economies of scale.

C. Strong competition from rivals.

D. Network effects.

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What does Thiel suggest about competitive markets?

A. They are the best place to grow a business.

B. They are a race to the bottom with minimal profits.

C. They foster innovation and creativity.

D. They ensure long-term survival for startups.

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According to Thiel, what question must entrepreneurs ask themselves before starting a business?

A. How can I outperform my competitors?

B. What important truth do I know that others disagree with?

C. How can I quickly scale this idea?

D. Which industry is currently trending?

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What does Peter Thiel consider a sign of poor leadership in startups?

A. Having a clear mission statement.

B. Lacking a strong vision for the future.

C. Being overly focused on building a monopoly.

D. Delegating tasks to team members.

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What does Thiel mean by "definite optimism"?

A. Believing the future will be better without making a plan.

B. Planning for a better future and working toward it.

C. Relying on trends to determine the future.

D. Leaving success to chance or luck.

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Why does Thiel discourage focusing on trends in business?

Trends lead to highly competitive markets.

B. Trends are unpredictable and short-lived.

C. Trends make it harder to create something truly unique.

D. All of the above.

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Think and Grow Rich Quiz

What is the first step toward achieving success, according to Napoleon Hill?

A. Taking massive action

B. Developing a definite purpose

C. Building a mastermind group

D. Overcoming fear

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Which of the following is NOT one of the six steps to achieve your desire for riches, as mentioned in the book?

A. Fix a definite amount of money you want

B. Write out your plan and read it daily

C. Wait for the right time to start

D. Determine what you will give in return

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What does Napoleon Hill mean by “specialized knowledge”?

A. Knowledge about everything in general

B. Detailed information about one specific subject

C. The ability to learn quickly

D. An advanced college degree

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What is the purpose of a “mastermind group” as described in the book?

A. To provide financial assistance

B. To brainstorm random ideas

C. To combine knowledge, resources, and energy toward a common goal

D. To compete against each other for success

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According to Hill, what is the “starting point of all achievement”?

A. Faith

B. Desire

C. Persistence

D. Action

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What is the role of “auto-suggestion” in achieving success?

A. Encouraging positive thinking

B. Feeding your subconscious mind with your desires and goals

C. Helping you relax during stressful times

D. Creating opportunities for networking

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What does Hill suggest as the key to overcoming procrastination?

A. Visualizing your success

B. Joining a mastermind group

C. Making decisions quickly and firmly

D. Seeking advice from others

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What does Napoleon Hill identify as the main cause of failure?

A. Lack of intelligence

B. Fear of criticism

C. Lack of persistence

D. Poor financial management

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How does Hill recommend dealing with adversity?

A. Avoiding it at all costs

B. Ignoring it and moving forward

C. Looking for the seed of equivalent benefit in every difficulty

D. Asking for help from others

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The Power of Concentration Quiz

According to the book, what is the first step to improving concentration?

A. Eliminating external distractions

B. Strengthening willpower

C. Reading inspirational books

D. Practicing daily physical exercises

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In The Power of Concentration, what does the author suggest as a method to overcome procrastination?

A. Working only when inspired

B. Breaking tasks into smaller steps

C. Avoiding all forms of relaxation

D. Delegating tasks to others

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How does Theron Dumont recommend dealing with negative thoughts?

A. Ignore them completely

B. Replace them with positive affirmations

C. Focus on them until they disappear

D. Share them with others for advice

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What is one practical exercise suggested in the book to improve concentration?

A. Staring at a fixed point for a few minutes daily

B. Multitasking to train the brain

C. Listening to classical music while working

D. Writing down every thought that comes to mind

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According to the book, why is willpower important in developing concentration?

A. It helps you avoid distractions and stick to your goals

B. It makes you more competitive

C. It improves your physical strength

D. It ensures you impress others

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Which of the following best describes "mental poise" as discussed in the book?

A. A state of constant relaxation

B. The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

C. A technique for quick decision-making

D. A skill for reading others’ emotions

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What is one of the key benefits of mastering concentration, according to Theron Dumont?

A. Increased ability to multitask

B. Enhanced problem-solving skills

C. Developing psychic abilities

D. Strengthening physical endurance

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What is one of the key benefits of mastering concentration, according to Theron Dumont?

A. Increased ability to multitask

B. Enhanced problem-solving skills

C. Developing psychic abilities

D. Strengthening physical endurance

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What is the primary purpose of the book The Power of Concentration?

A. To teach advanced meditation techniques

B. To improve mental focus and self-discipline

C. To discuss physical fitness and health

D. To promote philosophical debates

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Running Lean Quiz

What does Ash Maurya suggest is the riskiest assumption in a startup?

The product design

B) The market competition

C) The customer needs and problems

D) The financial projections

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According to Ash Maurya, what should be the focus of a startup?

A) Building the perfect product

B) Finding a repeatable and scalable business model

C) Gaining as many customers as possible

D) Competing with established businesses

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What is the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) primarily used for?

A) To attract investors

B) To gather customer feedback and validate assumptions

C) To launch a fully functional product

D) To improve team collaboration

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What is the primary purpose of the Lean Canvas in the context of running lean?

A) To create a marketing strategy

B) To develop a detailed business plan

C) To outline and test business model assumptions

D) To finalize product design

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Testing Business ideas Quiz

What is the primary goal of running experiments on business ideas?

A) To impress potential investors

B) To create a detailed business plan

C) To test and validate assumptions

D) To build the product as quickly as possible

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Why is starting with small experiments recommended?

A) It saves money and time

B) It allows for faster scaling

C) It eliminates the need for customer feedback

D) It reduces competition

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What is a "Wizard of Oz" experiment?

A) A fully automated solution

B) A test where customers interact with a hidden manual process

C) A brainstorming technique

D) A marketing strategy

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What should you do if an experiment disproves a critical assumption?

A) Ignore the results and move forward

B) Pivot or adjust the idea based on the findings

C) Stop all experiments immediately

D) Seek more funding to scale

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Which tool is often used to document and prioritize assumptions?

A) Business Plan Template

B) Assumption Map

C) Lean Canvas

D) SWOT Analysis

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What does a concierge test involve?

A) Automating customer service

B) Personally guiding customers through the experience

C) Conducting surveys with potential customers

D) Launching a full-scale product

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Which of the following is an example of a high-risk assumption?

A) The company can rent office space easily

B) Customers will pay for the solution

C) The team can create a logo

D) The website design looks appealing

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What is the purpose of creating a customer journey map?

A) To outline the company’s vision

B) To visualize how customers interact with the solution

C) To track business expenses

D) To plan marketing strategies

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The Lean Startup Quiz

What does Eric Ries suggest is the core of the Build-Measure-Learn feedback loop?

Building a large customer base

Testing hypotheses quickly and learning from customer feedback

Ensuring product perfection before launch

Outsourcing product development to experts

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What is the primary goal of the Lean Startup methodology?

To create the perfect product

To raise capital quickly

To shorten product development cycles and rapidly validate business ideas

To focus on marketing before product development

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In the Lean Startup, what is the Minimum Viable Product (MVP)?

A fully functional product ready for market launch

A simplified version of a product used to gather maximum validated learning

The final version of the product after multiple iterations

A marketing prototype for attracting investors

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What is the pivot in the context of Lean Startup?

Switching to a completely different business

Continuing with the original plan but spending more on marketing

Making a fundamental change to the product or strategy based on validated learning

Changing the target audience without altering the product

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Which of the following best describes the Innovation Accounting concept in the Lean Startup?

Using traditional accounting methods to track startup progress

A system of measuring progress through customer feedback, MVP experiments, and validated learning

A financial tool to track cash flow in a startup

Accounting for all investments made in a startup

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Test your Knowledge of “Mom Test” book summary

What is "The Mom Test" designed to help you avoid?

Asking customers too many questions

Receiving biased, polite feedback

Over promising your product features

Avoiding customer conversations altogether

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Why should you avoid asking customers if they would buy your product?

It’s a personal question

It doesn’t give honest feedback on their behaviour

They might say yes just to be polite

Both b and c

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What kind of feedback is the most useful in customer conversations?

Enthusiastic and positive responses

Vague suggestions

Honest, even if it's negative or uncomfortable

Feedback about the look of your product

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Which of these is a bad question to ask during a customer conversation?

"How do you currently solve this problem?"

"What frustrates you most about this issue?"

"Would you buy this product if it were available?"

"How often does this problem affect you?"

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How can you tell if someone is genuinely interested in your product?

They ask a lot of questions about your product

They give you compliments

They agree to a follow-up meeting or offer a commitment

They ask to see your marketing materials

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Why is it important to focus on customer problems instead of pitching your solution?

To avoid wasting their time

To better understand their needs and build the right solution

To show that you are a good listener

To impress the customer

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What should you do when a customer gives vague or overly positive feedback?

Accept the feedback as it is

Ask follow-up questions to get more details

Move on to the next person

Thank them and end the conversation

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What is the best way to validate a business idea?

Ask for customers’ opinions

Observe customers’ behaviour and actions

Create a social media poll

Offer a discount for early sign-ups

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What should you focus on during your early-stage conversations with potential customers?

Selling your product

Learning about their existing problems and solutions

Gathering compliments

Explaining the features of your product

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How can you turn vague feedback into more useful insights?

By offering a discount

By assuming they like your product

By asking follow-up questions like “What do you mean by that?

By asking for a testimonial

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Why is observing customer behavior sometimes more valuable than direct feedback?

Behaviour reveals their true priorities and needs

People might forget to mention important details

It allows you to avoid awkward conversations

Feedback can be biased based on mood

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What’s a sign that a customer’s problem is worth solving?

They can’t stop talking about your product

They already have a solution, but it’s not perfect

They don’t have a solution and are uninterested

They ask how much your product costs

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What’s the main goal of early customer conversations according to "The Mom Test"?

To sell the product

To get feedback on pricing

To show off the product’s features

To learn about the customers’ needs and problems

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Essentialism quiz

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Think and Grow Rich Quiz

The Power of Concentration Quiz

Running Lean Quiz

Testing Business ideas Quiz

The Lean Startup Quiz

Test your Knowledge of “Mom Test” book summary

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