My First Million One Question Friday: Where Did You Succeed Where Others Did Not?
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Jul 15, 2022 Discover what sets successful individuals apart in tough circumstances. The conversation dives into the power of self-awareness and unconventional choices. Listeners learn about the risks of sticking to traditional career paths that might not align with personal goals. Tune in to uncover the secrets behind navigating success through clarity and bold decision-making!
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Prioritize Desired Outcomes Over Perceived Safety
- Clarify your desired lifestyle and outcomes first.
- Then, evaluate career paths based on their likelihood of achieving those outcomes, not just perceived safety.
Mediocre Student, Uncommon Success
- Shaan Puri, a mediocre student at Duke, found greater success than most of his high-achieving classmates.
- He attributes this to not playing it "safe" and pursuing his own definition of success.
Redefining Safety
- True safety means achieving your desired outcome with the least risk, not simply following conventional paths.
- A path is only safe if it aligns with your goals.