How I Created a Long-Term Vision for My Career Success (A Story)

Most people think success comes from constant hustle.

It doesn't. It comes from patience mixed with smart action.

Most people chase quick wins.

I learned the real secret is patience mixed with purpose.

When you think long-term, you make better short-term decisions.

You stop chasing every shiny idea and start stacking small wins that lead to something big.

Back in 2015, I made a decision that tested every ounce of my patience.

Even though I was most qualified to teach leadership, I didn't start there.

My long-term vision was to become a one-stop shop for your career.

But to earn that, I needed to start by solving your most acute pain first…getting the job.

That meant helping people fix their search, knowing they'd leave me once they succeeded.

It was a sacrifice, but a necessary one if I wanted to serve for the long haul.

This week's lesson shares (in under 4 minutes) how I created a long-term vision for my career success.

And how you can build yours using the same approach.

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--Andy