Let’s start with a scene. You’re at a party, a networking event, a wedding—doesn’t matter. You’re holding a drink, trying to look like you belong. You’ve been standing in the same spot for seven minutes, pretending to be fascinated by the texture of your plastic cup. Across the room, you see a small group of […]
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Have you ever noticed how getting that first win feels like standing at the summit of Mount Everything? One small victory and suddenly your chest puffs out, your brain lights up, and the world seems a tiny bit more conquerable. That, my friends, is the Winner Effect in action—a glorious, self-reinforcing cycle of motivation, momentum,
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Have you ever sat in a meeting, looked around the table, and thought, “Who are these people? And who am I pretending to be right now?” It’s a weird question, but think about it. The office is a strange place. We spend a third of our lives in this artificial environment, collaborating with a random
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