The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Moment 64 - What You Need To Know About Following Your Passion: Patricia Bright
Jul 1, 2022
Dive into a captivating discussion about the true essence of following your passion. Patricia Bright reveals the pitfalls of passion-driven paths and how to stay authentically connected to what you love. Hear about the delicate balance between chasing dreams and financial stability, especially in creative fields. The journey from corporate life to content creator is filled with both challenges and triumphs, making resilience key. It's all about cherishing the process while pursuing what sets your soul on fire!
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YouTube Hobby
- Patricia Bright didn't get paid for YouTube for four years.
- She treated it as a hobby, similar to painting, doing it simply for enjoyment.
Paid Passion
- Getting paid for a passion can decrease motivation, according to a study mentioned by Steven Bartlett.
- This loss of internal motivation occurs when external rewards, like money, become the primary focus.
Dart Player Analogy
- Patricia Bright uses the analogy of a dart player to illustrate how professionalizing a hobby can add stress.
- The pressure to perform can outweigh the initial enjoyment of simply playing darts.