Mindful Monday / Issue #501
Why You Should Sell Door-to-Door
December 15, 2025 · By Ryan Hawk, host of The Learning Leader Show
Welcome to Mindful Monday!
This week, we focus on why it’s helpful to sell door-to-door, the most Warren Buffett question ever, why you should always go to the funeral, how friends take care of each other, and some wise words about networking.
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#666: Angie Hicks (Founder of Angie’s List)
Angie Hicks, co-founder of Angie’s List (now called Angi). She started the company at just 23, going door-to-door as a self-described introvert and non-salesperson, and turned it into a national platform trusted by millions. During our conversation, we discuss what it takes to lead with authenticity and build lasting impact. Angie shares stories from her early days selling memberships one conversation at a time, what she learned about confidence, partnership, and hiring the right people, and why staying close to the front lines as a senior leader is so important… And much more. You can also WATCH our conversation on YouTube.
The Most Warren Buffett Question Ever…
In 2001, Warren Buffett gave a talk at the University of Georgia. He asked them the most Warren Buffett question ever: If you could invest in a friend and get 10% of their income for life — who would you pick? Once the students answered the question, he then asked this…
Always Go To The Funeral
Thought-provoking essay from Deirdre Sullivan… “Always go to the funeral” means that I have to do the right thing when I really, really don’t feel like it. I have to remind myself of it when I could make some small gesture, but I don’t really have to and I definitely don’t want to. I’m talking about those things that represent only inconvenience to me, but the world to the other guy. You know, the painfully under-attended birthday party. The hospital visit during happy hour. The Shiva call for one of my ex’s uncles. In my humdrum life, the daily battle hasn’t been good versus evil. It’s hardly so epic. Most days, my real battle is doing good versus doing nothing.
Friends Show Up For Each Other… Especially When It’s Hard
Grief can look wildly different based on who is dealing with it. This story from Conan O’Brien, Jason Bateman, and Will Arnett is simultaneously incredibly dark and somehow so funny. It’s an amazing example of how friends show up for each other.
Wise Words
“Networking is overrated… Do something great and your network will instantly emerge.” — Naval Ravikant
