This chapter emphasizes the importance of setting meaningful goals aligned with personal values, cautioning against the distractions of unnecessary metrics and societal norms. It also highlights the impact of goal precision on achievement and the value of face-to-face community connections through live events.
The Minimalists sit down with the founder of Patreon, Jack Conte, to discuss the death of the follower, earning a living from creative work, why the joy of creating is often ruined by the demands of revenue, and more.
Discussed in this episode:
What’s the minimalist-approved way to ethically promote my creative work? (1:57)
If you could earn a living doing anything in the world, what would it be? (21:56)
What two new segments are coming to The Minimalists Private Podcast? (43:50)
Listener insight: a poem about decluttering. (45:41)
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Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast