Why Everyone Else Quits
The pattern is the same on every platform, in every industry, with every new technology. People rush in full of enthusiasm. They start strong. Then they vanish. Why? Four main reasons:
- The Effort Wall: The work feels bigger than the reward.
- Low Feedback Loops: No one seems to notice they exist.
- Burnout and Fatigue: Enthusiasm leads to overcommitment and collapse.
- Skill Gaps: They never learn how to use the tools effectively.
The Effort Wall: Where Winners Are Made
Here’s the paradox: the exact point where most people quit is the exact point where winners are created. The Effort Wall isn’t a barrier. It’s a filter. And once you understand that, you can decide which side of the filter you want to be on.
Why Persistence Compounds
Most people assume success is linear, but the truth is compounding is exponential. You only see the payoff if you persist past the flat part of the curve. Persistence compounds in three ways:
- Less Competition: When you keep showing up, your voice is amplified because others are silent.
- Skill Stacking: Every post, every prompt, every experiment is a rep. Your skills are stacking invisibly.
- Opportunity Magnetism: Persistence attracts opportunities. Clients and collaborators appear once they know you’re serious.