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Alex Lawsen on avoiding 10 mistakes people make when pursuing a high-impact career

80k After Hours

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Navigating Sacrifices and Seeking Acceptance in High-Impact Careers

It can feel costly to sacrifice the feeling of living by one's values and seeking approval from peers./nHaving open conversations with friends about their choices and accepting their decisions can be helpful./nPracticing a story that explains one's actions in a way that aligns with their values can provide a sense of validation./nValues are about doing what is best in the long run, not just the immediate present./nTaking the unconventional route that requires explanation and may not have societal approval can be seen as brave and aligning with one's values.

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