In this journal entry, I share 20 harsh truths that I've learned throughout my career and life. As I share them, I also provide insight into what they have meant to me as I move forward.

My 20 Harsh Truths:

1. The world isn't out to get you.
2. We judge ourselves by our intentions but judge others by their actions.
3. You're probably much more privileged than you think.
4. Money matters a lot but it's not everything.
5. At the end of the day, no one is going to remember your debates one that one silly thing you did online.
6. You're never going to figure it all out.
7. Some of your closest friends today could be strangers in 6-12 months.
8. It's ok to be wrong.
9. Not everyone is or wants to be your friend.
10. Sometimes you need to rely on others but not everyone is reliable.
11. You're probably contributing to the problem more than you think.
12. Most people complain because they're bored or they want company.
13. If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Avoid it at all costs.
14. The media has an agenda.
15. Potential can be great but it can also ruin your life.
16. Tomorrow is not promised to any of us.
17. You're not going to be remembered if you don't do anything substantial. So, live a fulfilling life.
18. Not everything you create is going to be loved by others the same way that you love it.
19. You can have all of the degrees in the world but still get rejected from a job. So, strive to develop talents and skills that are undeniable.
20. Sometimes you're going to fail...even when you give 110% And that's ok.

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Ross Simmonds is the CEO and founder of Foundation, a content marketing agency that partners exclusively with ambitious B2B brands looking to create and distribute content that inspires action and produces sales and leads.

Ross hosts the weekly podcast "Create Like the Greats" and speaks on stages all over the world about the power of content marketing.

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