Love what you do. Get good at it. Competence is a rare commodity in this day and age. And let the chips fall where they may.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Stewart advises pursuing passion and competence, letting outcomes follow naturally.
- In plain terms
- He says do what you love and get good at it.
- What can you take from it?
- Competence is rare and valuable in any field.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a career fulfilling?
Another view
It ignores systemic barriers to success.
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