“Every man’s work is always a portrait of himself” — Samuel Butler
Across industries, some people’s work looks inherently different.
They prioritize the love for the craft over results. People over profits.
Long term sustainability over growth at all costs.
Their path is a natural unfolding of their curiosity.
Their work is a portrait of themselves.
The lines between work and play aren’t clear.
Sometimes it seems like they aren’t working at all.
And maybe, that’s the highest way for all of us.
After all, the fruit is only as valuable as the happiness or peace we believe it will give us.
But the process gives us joy right now, and allows us to give joy to others.
And maybe, that’s what is it all about.
Joy, here and now.
Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia
Michael A. Singer, The Medical Manager Corporation
Tobi Lutke, Shopify
Giorgos Tsetis, Nutrafol
Brunello Cucinelli
Blake Mycoskie, TOMS
Seth Godin
Jason Cohen, WP Engine
Geshe Michael Roach, The Diamond Cutter
Jason Fried and DHH, 37Signals
Syed Balkhi, WP Monster
Adam Sandler
Graham Weaver, Alpine Partners
James Dyson, Dyson
Matthew Bertulli, Lumi
Rick Rubin
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