The Not-So-Guru's Playbook: Sarcasm & Serenity for Hustlers

The Not-So-Guru's Playbook: Sarcasm & Serenity for Hustlers

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The Power of Slowing Down: Better Outcomes in the Moment

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Sep 30, 2025
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For years I thought speed was the game. Move fast, outwork everyone, answer before the question’s even finished. But here’s the twist: some of my best outcomes came not when I rushed, but when I slowed down and actually listened to what was happening.

Slowing down isn’t about laziness — it’s about sharpening your vision. When you pause, you see what’s es…

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