Character & Competence

In this episode, we unpack a powerful idea: It’s not always the skills you gain that are important, but the character you develop while gaining those skills that ultimately is the most important.

At first, it sounds a little counterintuitive, right? After all, skills are the tools we use to make an impact and achieve our goals. But what if I told you that the character you build in the process of acquiring those skills is often what truly defines your success?

I dive deep into the concept that it’s not just about mastering a new skill—whether it’s coding, communication, or any technical expertise—it’s about what you learn about yourself during the process. From frustration and self-doubt to perseverance and humility, those moments of struggle are where your character is forged. The hard lessons, the failures, the consistency— ...