Talent isn't the reason you haven't reached your goal. Talent factors into the success equation - but your effort is TWICE as important. Angela Gritworth shares in her book Grit that talent factors into success, but your effort and how hard you work is TWICE as important. Twice. In this episode, Jake challenges you about the importance of avoiding the "they're more talented than I am" excuse and instead focus on outworking your talent. Join the free Facebook community at <a href="Facebook.com/groups/competeeveryday">Facebook.com/groups/competeeveryday here!</a> Sign up for Raising Competitors' parents' program: <a href="RaisingCompetitors.com">RaisingCompetitors.com</a>

Carrie Garten, Building an Olympic Sized Drive

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