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There is always more to do, sure. But I’ve found there is value to being ahead of expectations.

In my experience, no one is willing to make decisions on what is actually a priority.

To channel Peter from Office Space, my only real motivation is to not be hassled.



I think that your motivation is going to burn you out.

In order not to burn out one has to start prioritizing other things higher than work, like your health or your hobbies. That means thinking: "someone wants this done and will hassle me for it, but I'm letting it go now."

Edit/addition: there will always be more things to be hassled about.




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