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Ali's Early Learning Journey
- Ali Abdaal started his blog in 2016 encouraged by Austin Kleon's book "Show Your Work".
- His YouTube channel began as holiday vlogs and grew slowly with a small but engaged audience, fueling motivation.
Authenticity Over Perfection
- Showing the real, imperfect self builds genuine connection and reduces imposter syndrome.
- Being authentic online makes audiences feel better about their own struggles.
Be a Guide, Not a Guru
- Position yourself as a guide on the same journey, not a guru with all answers.
- This mindset fosters empathy and makes your insights more relatable to beginners.