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The Truth About Success | Mark Manson EP 524

Feb 13, 2024

07:50

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Mark Manson, author and speaker, reflects on the challenges of success. He discusses the pressure and scrutiny that come with an expanded audience, sharing personal experiences of facing backlash and criticism. Manson advises preparing for the unforeseen pressures and expectations that accompany exponential growth.

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Quick takeaways

Achieving goals does not eliminate problems but brings new and often larger ones.

Success brings increased pressure to meet expectations and navigate diverse opinions of a larger audience.

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Introduction

4min

The Pressure and Challenges of Success and Having a Large Audience

2min

Reflecting on Success and the Importance of a Contingency Plan

2min

Mark Manson reflects on the unexpected challenges that accompanied his rise to success, emphasizing that achieving goals doesn't eliminate problems but rather brings new and often larger ones. He candidly discusses the pressure and scrutiny that comes with an expanded audience and success, sharing personal experiences of facing backlash and criticism. Manson acknowledges the privilege and opportunities that success brings but highlights the different type of pressure one must navigate. In hindsight, he advises preparing for the unforeseen pressures and expectations that accompany exponential growth.

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