
Short Read: “How To Do Great Work” by Paul Graham | Episode #168
Outliers with Daniel Scrivner: Explore the Greatest Innovators, Founders, and Investors
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Tempered Optimism with Reality
Having a positive flywheel of morale is crucial, and setbacks should be considered part of the process. By acknowledging setbacks as inherent in problem-solving, one can cultivate a mindset of tempered optimism. This tempered optimism involves an underlying belief in one's ability to overcome challenges while acknowledging the inevitability of setbacks, surprises, and periods of feeling stuck. This realistic optimism is more beneficial than an unrealistic view that ignores the challenges one may face.
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