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The Passion and Grit Myth: Why Hard Work Isn’t Always Enough

The Passion and Grit Myth: Why Hard Work Isn’t Always Enough

by Jonathan Brake | Aug 18, 2025 | 60 Second Question, Monday Myth Check, People, Processes, Purpose, Signature Experience

We’ve all heard it before: “Follow your passion, work hard, and you’ll succeed at anything.” While this sounds inspiring, the reality is more complex. Passion and perseverance are valuable, but they’re not magic bullets that guarantee...

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