Tag: hard work
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Taylor Swift: Effortlessness is a myth. A guide to success
“Never be ashamed of trying. Effortlessness is a myth. The people who wanted it the least, were the ones I wanted to date and be friends with in high school. The people who want it the most, are the people I now hire to work for my company.” This was a speech given by Taylor…
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There is no such a thing as having natural talent
That was actor, TV host, and former NFL player Terry Crews. Those were his comments when he was told that he was a natural at acting. He refuted the idea and went on to tell us about the many hours of practice he does every day in order to improve his craft. I believe that…
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Ryan Serhant, from drama student to real estate millionaire
Ryan Serhant is one of the most successful and well-known real estate brokers in the world. He was a theater student who waited tables to pay his rent. Out of desperation he turned to real estate. He currently stars on the TV series Million Dollar Listing New York Through a combination of hard work, personal charm, and…
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The “How to get Rich” half-truths (and the truth!)
You probably have been told by society and maybe by your parents, that if you want to make lots of money, you have to work hard and get some kind of degree. And working hard and getting a diploma helps a lot but that’s not the whole story. In many cases, working hard and having…
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How to stop being poor
At one time, I was extremely poor. I soon figured out that being poor was not where I wanted to be, so I decided to stop being poor. I came to Canada as an immigrant with no money, no connections, no language skills, no intergenerational wealth, no education—nothing. I worked my ass off, going to…
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The Interplay of Hard Work, Luck, and Success
I have experienced numerous successes in my life, and a significant portion of that success can be attributed to good luck. The mere fact of living in Canada and having enough money to cover my rent and food places me among the global 1%. I routinely tip waiters an amount that surpasses the monthly earnings…