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1712: [Part 2] Corrupted Callings: The Subtle Difference Between Finding Your Life's Work and Loving Your Life by Cal Newport
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Episode 1712:
Cal Newport explores the nuanced difference between pursuing a life’s calling and simply loving what you do. He challenges the common advice to "follow your passion," revealing how many meaningful careers are built on cultivating rare skills and deep expertise rather than chasing immediate fulfillment.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/04/09/corrupted-callings-the-subtle-difference-between-finding-your-lifes-work-and-loving-your-life/
Quotes to ponder:
"Following your passion is not just simplistic, it's also dangerous."
"Compelling careers often have complex origins."
"Mastery, autonomy, and purpose, not instant passion, are what make work truly fulfilling."
Episode references:
So Good They Can’t Ignore You: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124
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1712: [Part 2] Corrupted Callings: The Subtle Difference Between Finding Your Life's Work and Loving Your Life by Cal Newport
Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship
Manage episode 487484131 series 1318600
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1712:
Cal Newport explores the nuanced difference between pursuing a life’s calling and simply loving what you do. He challenges the common advice to "follow your passion," revealing how many meaningful careers are built on cultivating rare skills and deep expertise rather than chasing immediate fulfillment.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2010/04/09/corrupted-callings-the-subtle-difference-between-finding-your-lifes-work-and-loving-your-life/
Quotes to ponder:
"Following your passion is not just simplistic, it's also dangerous."
"Compelling careers often have complex origins."
"Mastery, autonomy, and purpose, not instant passion, are what make work truly fulfilling."
Episode references:
So Good They Can’t Ignore You: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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