Why Not Now? with Amy Jo Martin

Episode 161: Derek Sivers - How Your Actions Reveal Your True Values

Nov 16, 2019
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ANECDOTE

Post-Exit Idea That Faded

  • Derek describes launching a new company idea immediately after selling CD Baby but stopping after three months when he realized life wouldn't change.
  • A friend's remark that actions reveal values made him reflect and admit he didn't truly want that service-heavy business.
INSIGHT

Actions Reveal True Priorities

  • Actions reveal your true values: saying you want something but never doing it indicates it's not a real priority.
  • A good goal must change your present actions, otherwise it's merely a pleasant daydream.
ADVICE

Test Wants By Acting Now

  • Either stop lying to yourself and admit your real priorities or actually start doing what you claim you want to do.
  • Test desire by taking immediate action to see if the goal truly matters.
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