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#172 Success In The Second Half Of Life — Henry Oliver on John Stuart Mill, Samuel Johnson, Penelope Fitzgerald, why we shouldn't dismiss Gladwell, writing, late bloomers, the importance of finding the others, Tyler Cowen's help and the lessons from Audrey Sutherland
Apr 1, 2024
Henry Oliver, a writer and brand consultant, explores late bloomers and the lessons we can learn from them. Topics include John Stuart Mill's influence, Samuel Johnson's dictionary creation, Penelope Fitzgerald's journey, the impact of writing online, Tyler Cowen's support, and the importance of finding like-minded individuals.
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- Late bloomers redefine success through continuous incremental gains, fostering a mindset of constant improvement over time.
- Making progress through small, consistent steps is key to achieving long-term goals, emphasizing persistence and continuous effort.
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Late Bloomers Exploring New Paths in Life
Late bloomers, individuals who found their passion later in life, are the focus of Henry Oliver's book, 'The Second Act.' Through the podcast episode, Oliver discusses how late bloomers redefine success, examined through the lives of individuals who embarked on their journeys later on. Contrary to the notion of early achievement, these late bloomers thrived through continuous incremental gains, fostering a mindset of constant improvement over time.
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