Remco Livain

As an entrepreneur, I relate to chess grandmaster Gary Kasparov's view on defeat. Each loss feels personal, a reminder of our own errors. But in business, as in chess, we're not the only players. Here's to acknowledging the brilliance of others!

**Excerpt:** Missed goals can lead to a sense of failure, a response known as the 'negative lumping effect'. However, it shouldn't eclipse the real progress made. Goals are markers, but tangible progress is the true victory. Keep striving and appreciating your journey.

Embrace focus over diversity in your professional pursuits. As Robert Greene wisely said, it's about mining a rich vein deeper rather than skipping between shallow mines. Success and fulfillment lie in depth, not extensity.