The author was forced to quit his academic career because of an illness. He says he learned that quitting is okay, and it shouldn't take you being forced to do it for you to consider doing it more often. "I spent a good part of my life really beating myself up for not taking poker as an option"
In “Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk Away,” cognitive scientist turned professional poker player turned bestselling author Annie Duke says mastering the art of quitting is the key to making smart decisions.
(This episode originally aired in October 2022.)
Host: Rufus Griscom
Guest: Annie Duke
Executive Producer: Caleb Bissinger
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