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Setting one's own standards of progress and productivity, as discussed in 'Ego Is the Enemy', has several implications. Firstly, it allows for a more accurate assessment of one's efforts, as the standards are tailored to the individual's capabilities and goals. This eliminates the pressure to conform to external standards, which may not be relevant or achievable. Secondly, it prevents the ego from inflating successes or downplaying failures, as the standards are objective and self-imposed. Lastly, it fosters an environment of continuous improvement, as the individual is motivated to surpass their own standards, rather than competing with others.
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Only when a person creates their scorecard can they stop trying to live up to standards that may not even be relevant. Someone who sets their standards of what progress and productivity mean to them can be sure they are scoring their efforts accurately. It's hard for the ego to go overboard because there is no external standard to live up to. These voluntary standards create an atmosphere of continuous improvement instead of a constant scramble to keep those scores up.
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