Some people succeed through connections, even when they may be mediocre at best, and others succeed through ability, even when they don't have great connections.

Today’s masterclass, we will explore the metaphor of being a general or a politician in terms of achieving success and what it means to be successful in today's society. We will dive into the roles of these two archetypes, their strengths, and weaknesses, and how individuals can balance being well-connected, great at what they do, and true to themselves.

Listen now and delve into the nuances of success and what it takes to thrive in today's world.

Show notes:
[6:12] #1 A well-connected politician.
[13:08] #2 A general who is great at what he does.
[17:28] #3 You can be both a politician and a general
[21:31] Recap

Episodes Mentioned:
747: Why & How To Be Political, ASAP
1667: Dre For President? Governor? Mayor? Why I'd FAIL In Politics
1692: Why You Suck At Politics (And How To Fix It)
1766: Your Opportunity To Leverage The "Game" Of Identity Politics
1965: How To Be Political
2326: How To Market Like A Politician
2020: Why People "Go Along To Get Along"
1336: How To Play The Long Game Like A True Professional
1314: Hustle: Learning To Play The "Game"
1210: Don't Complain -- Play The Game!
488: My Virtual Mentors, Pt 4: Damon Dash