You Can Beat 99% Of People
Summary
- You can outperform 99% of people by just enduring pain and uncertainty longer than others, without needing to be smarter or luckier.
- People often overestimate how much intelligence they need and underestimate how crucial it is to endure hardships with a positive attitude.
- A lot of success comes from understanding that achievements are a numbers game.
- The key to winning is being willing to try more times than anyone else.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing the concept of endurance in your daily routine. Start by embracing challenges with a positive mindset. Tell yourself that every difficulty is an opportunity to grow and learn. When things get tough, remind yourself it's all part of the process, not a reason to quit.
A good way of doing this is by setting small, consistent goals. Create a checklist of what you need to do each day to move towards your bigger goal, and stick to it. It's about showing up every day, no matter how you feel. The consistency will add up over time.
Focus on the numbers game. Make it a habit to increase the number of times you're willing to try. If you fail, try again, and again. Adopt the mindset that more attempts equal more chances to succeed. Track your attempts to see your progress and remind yourself that you’re in it for the long game.
Lastly, surround yourself with reminders of your ability to endure. This could be quotes on your desk, journaling your thoughts and breakthroughs, or talking to mentors. These reminders can boost your resilience when you face uncertainty.
Keep things simple and low-cost: focus on what you can control right now. Taking these small, actionable steps can lead to big results over time.
