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The GaryVee Audio Experience · June 20, 2026 · 00:09:41

The Relationship Between Hard Work and Happiness

In this solo episode, Gary Vaynerchuk discusses the fact that work occupies 50% of your waking adult life, making it critical to avoid doing something you hate just for material rewards. He emphasizes building self-awareness by accepting your flaws, loving the process of your work over the outcomes, and ignoring the judgment of others. He also calls excuses a poison that blocks progress.

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Work Ethic and Unhappiness
Gary argues that hard work is directly connected to addressing unhappiness, not just a means to earn money.
Build Self-Awareness by Accepting Flaws
He suggests that building extreme self-awareness requires accepting your own flaws.
Love the Process Over Material Rewards
Gary emphasizes the importance of loving the process of work, not just chasing material items.
Excuses Are Poison
He calls excuses poison that holds you back from taking action.
Stop Being Crippled by Others' Opinions
He advises listeners to stop letting outside judgment dictate their choices.
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