The Craftsman Mindset 👀

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3 Ideas For Better Habits

Embracing the Lessons of Failure

Productivity strategist, Charlie Gilkey, on the value of setbacks.

"The gift of failure is that it reveals what matters to you, shows you when you’re out of alignment, and reveals a growth edge."

Source: Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done​​​
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​How We Create Reality

Motivational speaker, Jen Sincero, on the root of beliefs.

"Our thoughts become our words, our words become our beliefs, our beliefs become our actions, our actions become our habits, and our habits become our realities."

Source: You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life​​​
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​Redefining Passion in Work

Efficiency expert, Cal Newport, on the craftsman mindset.

"If you want to love what you do, abandon the passion mindset (‘what can the world offer me?’) and instead adopt the craftsman mindset (‘what can I offer the world?’)."

Source: So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love​​​

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