The Dream Job System Podcast The 80% Rule: How You Can Use It To Succeed In Anything | Ep #798
Jan 7, 2026
Discover how the 80% Rule can transform your success! Consistency trumps intensity, making sustainable effort crucial. Austin warns against the pitfalls of seeking perfection, which can derail progress. He shares how applying this rule to job searches helps prevent burnout while keeping momentum. Plus, see how it works in fitness—a bit less, but consistently, leads to better long-term results. Choose a few key actions and commit to executing them regularly for optimal gains!
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Consistency Outlasts Intensity
- Consistency often beats short-term intensity when pursuing big goals.
- Outlasting competitors via steady habits creates disproportionate long-term success.
Six Years Of Ruthless Consistency
- Austin describes building his LinkedIn presence by committing to consistent posting over years.
- He posted daily outside weekends for about six years, which fueled his platform success.
Ditch The 100% Expectation
- Avoid expecting yourself to perform at 100% every single day because it's unsustainable.
- Adopt a sustainable target to reduce burnout and prevent slipping off your routine.
