Our work is derivative.

On getting the right inputs.

Our ego is deeply intertwined with our work. When we perform well our ego gets a boost, and when we don't perform well our ego takes a hit.

The reason this happens is that we oftentimes isolate the source our work - good or bad - to our own talent and ability. Our work in many cases...is us. But is that the truth?

Our work, whether it be creative work lik…