Many people burn out before they ever reach the "work smart" phase. Instead of advocating for hard work as a rite of passage, should not we shift the focus to intelligent strategies from the start? It does not mean to stay in your comfort zone.
Many people burn out before they ever reach the "work smart" phase. Instead of advocating for hard work as a rite of passage, should not we shift the focus to intelligent strategies from the start? It does not mean to stay in your comfort zone.
Hey Geraldo, I love that you brought this up! The idea of this post was to spark exactly this kind of conversation. I completely agree—it’s so important to take care of ourselves, not just in our 20s, but throughout our whole journey. I’ve read so many stories here, and the key really is working smart. Smart strategies make a huge difference, and I always try to help people with what I’ve learned.
But at the same time, let’s be real—most people here are putting in serious work. They’re sacrificing sleep, weekends, evenings with loved ones—all to grow something meaningful. And I respect that so much.
For me, it’s like exercise. You need the right techniques, but you still have to put in the reps. My hope is always to inspire people to learn from those who’ve done it before and use smarter strategies—while also remembering to take care of themselves along the way
Hey Kristina, I really appreciate your thoughtful response! You’re right—building something meaningful does require effort, and I have a lot of respect for the dedication people put into their work. Maybe the key is sustainability. Just like with exercise, putting in the reps is important, but without the right recovery, it can lead to injury.
Many people burn out before they ever reach the "work smart" phase. Instead of advocating for hard work as a rite of passage, should not we shift the focus to intelligent strategies from the start? It does not mean to stay in your comfort zone.
Hey Geraldo, I love that you brought this up! The idea of this post was to spark exactly this kind of conversation. I completely agree—it’s so important to take care of ourselves, not just in our 20s, but throughout our whole journey. I’ve read so many stories here, and the key really is working smart. Smart strategies make a huge difference, and I always try to help people with what I’ve learned.
But at the same time, let’s be real—most people here are putting in serious work. They’re sacrificing sleep, weekends, evenings with loved ones—all to grow something meaningful. And I respect that so much.
For me, it’s like exercise. You need the right techniques, but you still have to put in the reps. My hope is always to inspire people to learn from those who’ve done it before and use smarter strategies—while also remembering to take care of themselves along the way
Hey Kristina, I really appreciate your thoughtful response! You’re right—building something meaningful does require effort, and I have a lot of respect for the dedication people put into their work. Maybe the key is sustainability. Just like with exercise, putting in the reps is important, but without the right recovery, it can lead to injury.