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How to break out of autopilot and create the life you want | Graham Weaver (Stanford GSB professor, founder of Alpine Investors)

Lenny's Podcast: Product | Growth | Career

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The Power of Accountability and Self-Discovery

This chapter explores the crucial role of accountability in achieving personal goals, drawing parallels between hiring a personal trainer and working with an executive coach. It emphasizes the importance of verbal communication and writing down goals to enhance cognitive engagement, while recommending practical exercises like 'nine lives' to help individuals envision diverse career paths. The narrative highlights the distinction between external success and internal fulfillment, encouraging reflection on personal values and the pursuit of genuine joy.

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