Potential is not a trophy; it is a countdown timer. Use it before it expires.

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Never forget that the goal is to actually become skilled, not just to be perceived as skilled.

Do the reps.
Do the problems.
Become useful before trying to become important.

Because at some point, earlier than you expect, the game becomes 100% about what you can actually do – as evidenced by what you have actually done – and 0% about your theoretical potential.

Potential is not a trophy; it is a countdown timer. Use it before it expires.

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