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"Deja de perseguir el dinero y empieza a perseguir la pasión"

Tony Hsieh
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Let's break this down. The main idea here is that if you focus on what you're truly passionate about rather than just trying to make money, you'll find greater success and fulfillment. It's about aligning your work with what genuinely excites and motivates you, rather than just going after the paycheck.

Historically, this kind of advice isn't new. Think back to Steve Jobs, who famously said, "You've got to find what you love." He wasn't just talking the talk; he lived it. Jobs was deeply passionate about technology and design. If he had chased the money, he might have ended up somewhere completely different—maybe in a high-paying executive role at IBM, but not in the garage, tinkering away at what would become the first Apple computer.

Imagine this in a real-life scenario. Think about someone like J.K. Rowling. She wasn't rolling in cash when she started writing the Harry Potter series. In fact, she was quite the opposite—struggling, living on welfare, and writing in cafes while her baby daughter slept beside her. But she was passionate about her story. She chased that passion hard. Fast forward a few years, and Harry Potter is a global phenomenon. It wasn't the promise of money that kept her writing; it was her love for the story and belief in its magic. The money followed.

So how do you apply this wisdom? First, take a step back and think about what genuinely excites you. What could you talk about for hours, even if no one paid you a dime? That's your passion. Now, consider how you can turn that into something productive—maybe even profitable. It won't happen overnight; it requires effort and dedication. But if you're doing something you love, it won't feel like a chore.

Let me share a personal story. A friend of mine, let's call her Lisa, was working in a well-paying job in finance. She was making good money but felt empty inside. Lisa had always loved baking but never thought it could be more than a hobby. One day, after yet another dreary day at the office, she decided to take a leap. She started a small bakery from her kitchen. It was hard work, and there were no guarantees. But every cake she baked brought her joy. Over time, her bakery grew, and she eventually left her finance job. Today, she's not only making a living doing what she loves, but she's also much happier.

Think about your own life. Maybe you're in a job that pays the bills but doesn't light that fire in your belly. What if you started dedicating time to something you love—whether it's writing, coding, painting, or even gardening? It could be a side hustle at first. Watch how it grows, how it makes you feel. It's not about quitting your job tomorrow but gradually steering your life towards what makes you happy.

So there it is. Don't get stuck in the endless pursuit of money. Chase your passion. It might just lead you to the success and fulfillment you’ve been searching for. And who knows? The money might follow, just like it did for Jobs, Rowling, and Lisa.
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