Modern Wisdom #683 - Shaan Puri - 7 Semi-Controversial Rules For Success
1836 snips
Sep 21, 2023 
Shaan Puri, an entrepreneur and angel investor, shares his semi-controversial views on success. He argues that hard work is overrated and emphasizes the power of enthusiasm and strategic decision-making. Puri discusses the importance of learning the right lessons from failure and challenges the notion of billion-dollar aspirations. He advocates for simplicity in decision-making and the value of storytelling in connection. His insights encourage listeners to rethink traditional paths to fulfillment and prioritize meaningful experiences over material wealth.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Hard Work vs. Project Selection
- Hard work is overrated; choosing the right projects is more crucial for success.
- Focus on project selection and work hard enough, not excessively.
The Myth of Hard Work
- People often attribute success solely to hard work, ignoring other contributing factors.
- This is partly due to virtue signaling and the desire to take full credit for achievements.
The Usefulness of Beliefs
- While privilege plays a role in success, focusing only on it can be disempowering.
- Choose beliefs that serve you and lead to desired outcomes, even if they're not entirely accurate.
