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That’s the nature of any long-tailed distribution.

The lie is that anyone can become a 10x [insert thing here] just by trying harder. Self-improvement is a real thing, but everyone can’t be 10x or 6-sigma or world class.

Strive, reach, sure… but ultimately, just make sure you live your life. You only get one, and the clock’s ticking.




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