Passion follows as a byproduct of mastering your craft from "summary" of So Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal Newport
Cal Newport's theory proposes that passion is not something one is born with, but rather something that develops over time as a result of mastering a particular craft or skill. According to Newport, the idea of "following your passion" is flawed and can lead individuals down the wrong path. Instead, he argues that passion is a byproduct of becoming exceptionally good at something valuable and rare. Newport's argument is based on the premise that satisfaction and passion in one's work come from a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness. By focusing on developin...
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