This document provides 21 tips that can be learned from a lightning talk presented in 300 seconds or less. Some of the key tips include: writing out ideas increases comprehension more than just typing; avoiding multitasking as it decreases your ability to focus; making time for learning by reading books; using psychological principles like Parkinson's law and Pareto principle; and taking responsibility for your own learning and growth. The document emphasizes creating habits, doing important tasks first in the morning, and proposing solutions along with problems. It encourages challenging assumptions and copying ideas from other innovators.