What do you do when you're not a "natural talent"?
"As a kid, Jordan Henderson was dissatisfied with a free-kick he took against Newcastle U-16. The next day he took over 300 practice free kicks hoping to improve."
You work harder than everyone else until you win the league.
Alex Ferguson called Jack Wilshere a "once in a generation talent."
He also said Henderson is a poor footballer because he "runs from his knees with a straight back, while the modern footballer runs from his hips."
Hard work > Talent.
Talent provides a springboard for success but hard work takes you much farther.
Henderson captains arguably the best football team in the world today (Champions League/World Club Champion).
"In Qatar at the FIFA Club World Cup, Henderson played a full 90 minutes at centre-back next to Joe Gomez and he played right-back the next week before playing his natural midfield role the following week."
As I reflect on my journey through my 40s, I have compiled ten invaluable lessons that I believe hold value for individuals in their 20s, 30s, 40s, or even 50s.
1/10 Time Flies: Enjoy the Present Moment: One of the most important things I've realized in my forties is how quickly time passes. It's crucial to embrace each moment and make the most of it. Cherish the present because it's the only time that truly belongs to us.
2/10 Failure Leads to Growth: Mistakes and setbacks aren't the end of the road but stepping stones toward personal growth and improvement. Embrace failure as a valuable teacher, as it provides lessons that help you move forward on your journey.
To navigate it successfully, we must understand the imperatives of each decade and fight to win one decade at a time.
Let's explore the adventures of the 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s together.
- A THREAD
Your 20s: Explore and ponder.
- Try new things and embrace failure.
- Discover your passions and interests.
- Gain diverse experiences.
- Spread your wings and soar!
- Embrace the adventure.
This is your golden era of exploration. Try 1000 jobs or music or art or coding or...
Your 30s: Focus and Specialize
- Identify what brings you the most value.
- Hone your skills in that area
- Become exceptional at what you do
- Become a specialist at something
Focus on honing your craft, discovering what brings you the most value until it's a unique superpower.