Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky advises Gen Z not to fixate on competition but to define success personally. Speaking at Stanford’s graduation, she emphasized the importance of focusing on individual goals rather than merely winning. Ledecky believes that success is achieving personal standards and enjoying the process rather than just aiming for podium finishes. As the most decorated U.S. female Olympian, her insights emphasize a shift from comparison to individual growth, especially relevant in today's competitive job market.
You don't have to win the race. You just need to win your race. And winning your race means falling in love with the process. Fall in love with the process, not the podium.
I set goals, but those goals aren't about winning. Winning is inherently about comparison. The real race is always the same: it's me against my goals.
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