By Tony Russo

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Managing Expectations

Managing Expectations

Being Burley Chapter 2: Daydream to Plan

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Jul 07, 2023
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Managing Expectations
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There may be no more sobering transition than the one from daydream to plan. In daydreams, there are no unpleasant obstacles to overcome. In planning, there are only unpleasant obstacles. It’s like a constant game of devil’s advocate with someone who doesn’t like you very much. Any objection you make to yourself, no matter how unlikely or snide, has to …

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