Podcast Summary
The world doesn't care about your work unless you provide value: Focus on finding and providing value to those who care about your work to gain traction and build a successful business or cause.
The world doesn't owe you anything for the work you do, no matter how valuable or necessary it may be. This is a hard truth for many people, especially those in industries like agriculture who may feel they are providing a public service. However, it's essential to understand that the world doesn't care what you're doing unless you provide value to those who do care. The speaker shares his personal experience of launching a conference and believing it would sell out quickly, only to realize that the world didn't care about his event as much as he thought it would. Instead, it's crucial to focus on finding and providing value to those who do care about what you're doing. This is how you'll gain traction and build a successful business or cause. It's important to remember that the language used in the discussion may not be suitable for all audiences, but the message is a valuable one for anyone looking to make an impact in the world. Don't expect the world to care about what you're doing; instead, find those who do and provide them with value.
Understanding the reality of indifference: Not everyone will care about your project, but focusing on the niche group who does can help refine your audience, provide value, and ultimately succeed. This takes time and resilience.
Not everyone will care about what you create, sell, or say, even those who you believe will. It's important to understand this reality and not let it discourage you. Instead, focus on finding and helping the niche group of people who do care. This will help you refine your audience, provide value, and ultimately succeed. However, this process takes time and resilience. You may face pressure and rejection, but if you believe in your project enough, you can outlast it and eventually find your audience. Remember, when you're the only one who believes in something, it can be a lonely journey, but it's a necessary one to create something meaningful and impactful. So, be a believer in what you're doing, but also be open to pivoting or adapting to reach the right audience.
The world doesn't owe us success or approval: While passion drives us, success isn't guaranteed, and it's essential to accept that not everyone will share our interests or priorities. Focus on the process and growth instead.
Passion and interest in a project or endeavor don't automatically guarantee the world's approval or success. It's important to remember that people have their own priorities and interests, and just because you're deeply invested doesn't mean everyone else will be. This can be a delicate balance, and it's impossible to know exactly where that line is until you put yourself out there. However, accepting this reality can help make the journey easier. It's essential to remember that the world doesn't owe us anything, and it's up to us to do the work and make things happen. So, approach your projects with determination, gratitude, and kindness, and don't be discouraged if the world doesn't immediately embrace your passion. Instead, focus on the process and the growth that comes with it.
