Success in challenging endeavors, such as medical school and YouTube, often hinges on patience and faith. Establishing a passion for the work helps maintain motivation over time, even when immediate results are not apparent. Commitment to learning and improvement paves the way for eventual success, as consistent effort usually yields compounded benefits. It's crucial to find enjoyment in the process; when work feels rewarding, one is more likely to persist through the inevitable difficulties and uncertainties. This mindset also aids in discerning when to continue persevering and when to pivot away from unfulfilling pursuits.
It’s easy to assume that the hustle culture or “the grind” is all about pain and suffering. But as you’ll learn today, this simply isn’t true.
In today’s episode, I’m talking to Ali Abdaal, a former medical doctor turned YouTuber and author of the new book, Feel-Good Productivity. Ali has attracted millions of global followers to his ideas on productivity and working because he’s managed to do what others have not: actually make it fun. It turns out that finding ways to make your work fun doesn’t just make you hate your life less, it actually makes you more productive.