Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal Snippet 31: Steven Bartlett On Why Quitting Is Your Biggest Strength
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Dec 19, 2023 Ever thought quitting could be your ticket to success? Discover the empowering idea that letting go opens doors to new opportunities. Dive into a structured framework that helps evaluate when to quit, distinguishing between tough times and unfulfilling circumstances. Reflective questions help prioritize what truly matters, revealing quitting as a potential strength rather than a weakness. Embrace change for a more fulfilling life!
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Quitting for Winners
- Quitting and starting are two sides of the same coin, both essential for success.
- To start something new, you must quit something else; both actions are for winners.
Unconventional Success
- Darren Brown quit a high-paying job to perform card tricks, and Jimmy Carr left a law career for comedy.
- These examples illustrate that seemingly illogical quitting can lead to subjective success.
Is It Worth It?
- Evaluate if the hardship is worth the potential rewards.
- Quit if the task is both hard and meaningless, as this combination leads to problems.
