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Do the Work
112 pages, 2015
The enemy is not unpreparedness, the difficulty of a project, the state of the marketplace, or the emptiness in your bank account.
The enemy is resistance. The enemy is your chattering brain, which—if you give it even a moment's worth of thought—will start producing excuses, alibis, transparent self-justifications, and a million reasons why you can't/shouldn't/won't do what you know you need to do.
Forget about getting ready and get started anyway!
In 'Do the Work', Steven Pressfield emphasizes the importance of overcoming resistance. He suggests that resistance is the biggest obstacle in achieving our goals. It's that voice in your head that tells you to procrastinate or that you're not good enough. Pressfield encourages us to fight this resistance and push forward with our projects and ideas.
One of the key messages in 'Do the Work' is to start before you're ready. Pressfield believes that waiting for the perfect moment or until you feel fully prepared can lead to procrastination. Instead, he encourages us to take action and start working on our goals, even if we feel we're not ready yet.
Fear is a common theme in 'Do the Work'. Pressfield suggests that fear is not something to be avoided, but rather something to be embraced. He believes that fear is a sign that we're on the right track and that we should use it as a compass to guide us towards our goals.
In 'Do the Work', persistence is highlighted as a key factor in achieving our goals. Pressfield suggests that we should keep pushing forward, even when things get tough. He believes that persistence is the key to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
Pressfield also explores the role of love and passion in 'Do the Work'. He believes that being passionate about what we do can help us overcome resistance and fear. He encourages us to find what we love and pursue it with all our heart.
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Steven Pressfield's 'Do the Work' is a game-changer, a wake-up call to stop procrastinating and start creating.
Seth Godin - Marketing Guru'Do the Work' is a must-read for anyone who dreams of creating their masterpiece. It's a practical guide to overcoming resistance and getting things done.
Robert McKee - Screenwriting InstructorSteven Pressfield's 'Do the Work' is a powerful tool for artists, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to get out of their own way and create.
Ryan Holiday - Media Strategist'Do the Work' is a manifesto for all creators. It's a call to arms to stop making excuses and start making art.
Tim Ferriss - Productivity ExpertSteven Pressfield's 'Do the Work' is a must-read for anyone who wants to create something meaningful. It's a guide to overcoming self-doubt and fear.
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