Stick Around

Perseverance Pays Off

Success often comes to those who stick around long enough.

It's important not to quit prematurely because you never know when your next opportunity will come.

Persistence is key to a long and successful career.

Embrace the Ups and Downs

Life and careers are full of ups and downs.

You can't always predict what will happen next.

Focus on doing your work every day without getting too attached to outcomes.

Chain-Smoking Projects

To maintain momentum in your career, avoid taking long breaks between projects.

Use the end of one project to start the next one.

This continuous workflow helps prevent burnout and keeps your creative energy flowing.

Taking Sabbaticals

Taking breaks or sabbaticals can be very beneficial.

These breaks allow you to recharge and come back with fresh ideas.

Even if you can't take a long sabbatical, short daily or weekly breaks can help rejuvenate your mind.

Learn Continuously

Never stop learning.

When you feel you have mastered something, find something new to learn.

This continuous learning process helps you grow and keeps your work exciting and innovative.

Separating Work from Life

It's important to have a clear separation between your work and personal life.

This helps you maintain a healthy balance and prevents burnout.

Use your commute, exercise, or time in nature to disconnect from work and recharge.

Embrace Change and New Challenges

When you feel like you've learned everything there is to know in your current work, it might be time to move on and find new challenges.

Being willing to start over and learn new things keeps your work fresh and exciting.

Document and Share Your Progress

As you learn new things, document your progress and share it with others.

This not only helps others learn from your experience but also creates a record of your growth and achievements.

Actionable Insights

  1. Stay Persistent: No matter how tough things get, keep going. Success often comes to those who don't give up. Stay committed to your work and be patient.

  2. Maintain Momentum: Avoid long breaks between projects. Start a new project as soon as you finish one to keep your creative energy flowing and avoid burnout.

  3. Take Regular Breaks: Schedule regular breaks, whether daily, weekly, or monthly. Use this time to recharge and come back to your work with fresh ideas and energy.

  4. Keep Learning: Continuously seek out new skills and knowledge. When you feel you've mastered something, find a new area to explore and learn.

  5. Separate Work and Life: Create a clear boundary between your work and personal life. Use activities like commuting, exercising, or spending time in nature to disconnect from work and recharge.

By following these steps, you can build a sustainable and fulfilling career, maintain your creative energy, and continuously grow and improve in your work.

Summary from Book: Show Your Work! 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered