Creators That Crush

How To Handle Disappointment


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This episode discusses the positive aspects of experiencing disappointment in creative work, emphasizing that striving for big goals, even if not fully achieved, is a sign of ambition and progress. The host shares a story highlighting the importance of setting smaller milestones to celebrate along the way, using Jay Clouse's experience with the Creator HQ launch as an example.

The episode further explores three strategies for managing disappointment: goal bracketing, measuring what matters, and comparing efforts to past performance rather than others. Through these strategies, the host encourages celebrating small wins, maintaining momentum, and continuously learning and evolving in one's creative journey.

Key Points:
  • 00:00 Embracing Disappointment as a Creative
  • 01:00 Handling Disappointment in Your Work
  • 01:27 A Story of Creative Disappointment
  • 02:48 Celebrating Small Wins
  • 07:20 Managing Disappointment: Three Key Ideas
  • 07:38 Goal Bracketing: Celebrating Progress
  • 10:20 Measuring What Matters
  • 12:56 Comparing to Your Past Efforts
  • 14:43 Conclusion and Encouragement
  • Links:

    Check out Creator Science with Jay Clouse

     

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    Creators That CrushBy Shawn Buttner