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#638: Seth Godin on The Game of Life, The Value of Hacks, and Overcoming Anxiety (Repost)

The Tim Ferriss Show

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Starting Any New Project: Clarify Goals AND Constraints

The key to starting a successful project is to clarify your goals and constraints upfront. Determine the resources you are willing to invest in terms of emotional labor, risk, time, and money. Define your target customers as liking your customers is essential for enjoying your business. Decide whether you seek daily fulfillment or a long-term prize. Avoid backpedaling on initial answers as it leads to disappointment. Acknowledge the boundaries and constraints of your project to align goals and constraints effectively. Understand that conflicting goals and constraints lead to dissatisfaction. For instance, freelancers aiming for high earnings while remaining solo practitioners may face disappointment. Therefore, it is crucial to establish clear reasons for pursuing the project, its target audience, and the desired outcomes.

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