Simple answer: because success almost always takes longer than you think.Sure, there are exceptions (and they tend to be overhyped by greedy marketers). However, I’ve noticed human beings tend to make two types of errors: They are overly optimistic...
Topics: Personal Development

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From the WebGary Vaynerchunk – Why Now is the Time to Cash in on Your Passion: The best part is in the last minute when a reader asks Gary how to find time to do what you love.Gary’s response: “You work your 9-5, go home, spend 2 hours..
Topics: Personal Development

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I’m definitely not a chef.In fact, only six months ago, I would probably have been the last person to write an article like this. I prided myself on my ability to warm canned food. Pasta or the occasional stir-fry were the peak of my cooking...
Topics: cooking, food, frustration barrier, learning, nutrition, Personal Development, skill

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In the nearly four years I’ve been writing for this website, I’ve written close to 800 articles, 4 books and other bits and pieces. That’s a little under one million words of text if you add it all up.Given the volume of ideas, spread...
Topics: Personal Development

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I need your help.I’m working on a new project, and I’ve put together an easy 7-question survey. If you could take 2 minutes and fill it out, I’d really appreciate it!—Also, just to let the everyone know I’m thinking about...
Topics: Personal Development

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