Be Prepared to Lose Everything.

2. People Who Believe In Themselves Prepare For Success

I'd hate for something I make to go viral and then watch as nothing changes afterwards. No new fans, followers, or subscribers even though that ONE thing I did hit so hard.

I'd hate to get a big opportunity—like a celebrity shoutout, or being introduced to someone who can change my life—and then... See more

Those who really win (an industry, or in a career) did so by delaying gratification. One of the greatest competitive advantages in a startup team — or any bold new project or turnaround — is simply sticking together long enough to figure it out. This is hard because our natural human tendency is to crave short-term rewards and seek short-cuts to sa... See more