The World Seen by Those with Data Is Not the Same as the World Seen by Those without

View life as driving. Everyone is driving, but there are two types of people in this world: those with a GPS and those without.

With a GPS, what do they see? Data. Like where the traffic jams are, or which roads are closed—they know in advance. Without a GPS, what do they see? Nothing. They can only rely on their own experience, following road signs as they go.

When expectations align closely with data, you're more likely to get what you want; otherwise, you'll face relentless obstacles.

Take matchmaking agencies, for example.

Real data is the foundation of their business. Why would they hand it over to you? Their best matches are their ace cards. If they introduce you to the perfect partner and you end up marrying them, how will they lure other clients?

It's not that easy money doesn't exist in this world—it's just a matter of why it should go to you.

In the real estate market, information comes in three layers. First-hand intel is known by agents first. Second-hand intel is posted on internal networks. Third-hand intel is what you see in the public apps of real estate agencies.

The world has always run on two sets of books—every company, every organization operates on two sets. What's visible on the surface and what's actually happening are always two different datasets.

Offer a first-hand insight from another domain that I want, in exchange for what I want—that's respecting human nature, that's respecting self-interest. You solve one of my problems, I'll solve one of yours.

In the adult world, it's all about exchange of interests.

When it comes to investing, "fight blindly with套路"—do you understand this phrase?

If you're blind, you must persist in fighting with套路. Even if you're blind, trying to sneak toward my crystal tower using the fake intel you've manufactured would play right into my hands—falling into my trap. Not a chance. Even with blind eyes, the mind remains clear. I'll stand right here and perform military boxing drills, swinging with fierce momentum. You won't breach me. Just keep fighting like this, over and over, until someone eventually slips up. That's how you achieve stable profitability. Get it?

For many people, building solid defenses and fighting straightforward battles—without deluding themselves into taking shortcuts—is the key to breaking through and turning their lives around.