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What does it mean?
Harrison realized the success of a reissue only after reading about it, showing he was focused on the music rather than chart positions at the time.
In plain terms
He did not track the chart success while doing the work.
What can you take from it?
Focus on creation over commercial metrics.

Where it applies

  • reviewing past work
  • discussing career milestones

Putting it to work

  • creating art without pressure
  • evaluating impact later

Questions to consider

  • Do you measure success by charts or feeling?
  • When do you reflect on your work?

Another view

It minimizes the role of management or fans in noticing success.

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