Sertorius rose from an obscure background to become one of Rome's finest soldiers. He earned the trust of native Spaniards by studying their ways and demonstrating competence.
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Impact of Propaganda
Sertorius' legacy was tarnished by his enemies after his death, illustrating how narratives can shape history. This demonstrates the importance of controlling one's narrative.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Focus on Quality Work
Focus on doing the best work you can, regardless of the circumstances. Sertorius exemplified this by leading effectively even when he was passed over for higher roles.
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This episode provides a brief summary of the life of Sertorius (spoiler alert), recounts events at Rome after his death, and offers a few practical takeaways.
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There is some closure to the story - the wicked are punished, at least some of them. But in the wake of the civil war, Sertorius' legacy was, for now, in jeopardy. The narrative was controlled by his enemies. But this situation did not last forever.
Some Takeaways: How to work your hardest Which game to play How to survive when death and failure threaten How to bring people in to your dream
