E105 – The Race to the South Pole: A Story of Focus and Flexibility

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Ever wonder why some people hit their goals while others miss by a mile? Here’s a story with an unexpected ending. Picture two leaders gunning for the same crazy-big goal. One’s got all the bells and whistles – fancy gear, a huge team, and a to-do list longer than your arm. He’s not just aiming for the main prize; he’s trying to tick off a bunch of other boxes too. Talk about multitasking gone wild! The other guy? He’s all about keeping it simple. Small team, bare essentials, and laser-focused on one thing. That’s it. No distractions, no side quests. As their stories unfold, it gets crystal clear: sometimes, less is more. Being hyper-focused can help you punch way above your weight, while spreading yourself too thin? That’s a recipe for disaster. Ready to see how being single-minded can be your secret weapon? Dive in! #Success #Failure #Rules #GameChanger #BreakingConvention #StrategicFocus #GoalAchievement #AdaptToWin #CompetitiveEdge #UnderdogTriumph #RewriteTheRules #Teams #Goalsetting#Planning #TeamSelection #storiesatwork #storytelling #stories #businessstorytelling Here is the link to the podcast: https://timharford.com/?s=South+Pole+… For more #storiesatwork do subscribe to our YouTube channel which has two playlists –  #StoryBank https://bit.ly/WStoryB and  #LeaderSpeak https://bit.ly/WLeaderS You can also join our WhatsApp group to get copies of our videos. https://bit.ly/SW_WA_11

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