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The Curse of Being Above Average
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The Curse of Being Above Average

Too good to fail, too average to succeed

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Jan 17, 2025
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Dear Unlearners,

Good enough is where dreams go to die.

Being above average is the most dangerous form of mediocrity. It gives you just enough success to justify not being exceptional.

Above average is just mediocrity with better marketing.

I see it in my circle. People who are:

  • Smart enough to have good jobs

  • Talented enough to get promotions

  • Successful enough…

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