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2 Harsh Truths on Career Success That People Hate to Admit
Success isn’t an overnight thing
Over 160 years ago, Charles Darwin published his theory of natural selection. His work process is something we can all learn from in achieving career success.
Think about it. How does a man like Darwin come up with such a theory?
In fact, how do YOU come up with an idea, service, or product that would make such a significant impact in other people’s lives? Because that’s the key to career success — making other people’s lives better.
1. It takes longer than you think
Unless you’re extremely lucky and achieve it on your first few tries, career success takes a long time.
Darwin wasn’t chilling at home, studying fossils, or taking a shower when the idea of natural selection suddenly hit him.
The truth is even more boring: Darwin researched thousands of plant and animal species on various continents for many years. He observed, sketched, traveled, and consulted with locals and fellow scientists, recording his findings in his journal.
He came up with the theory of natural selection little by little over many years of quiet study.
