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Ep 21: Mike Shinoda of Linkin Park -- On Music, Creativity, Selling 60+ Million Albums

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Focus on Process Over Outcome

Analyzing success stories reveals that many individuals are driven by a desire for fame or wealth, but such motivations often lead to dissatisfaction with the creative process. A small percentage achieve their goals, suggesting that genuine enjoyment and fulfillment come from the act of creation itself. In contrast, intent on achieving extraordinary success can coexist with passion; for example, one band member aimed to become the biggest rock band in the world from the beginning, implying that having ambitious goals can be aligned with a love for the craft.

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