In this episode of The Daily Coach newsletter in audio form, we revisit the difference between effort and excellence — and why results ultimately matter more than hard work alone.

Drawing from insights by Adam Grant, we explore how equating effort with achievement can dilute true performance — and why skill, mastery, and execution are what set top performers apart.

This episode challenges us to treat hard work as the baseline, not the goal, and to aim for outcomes that truly distinguish our leadership and impact.

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Effort Isn’t Enough