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16. Never Step Up

You want the prestige without the sacrifice. There are plenty of unglamorous tasks, and you don't volunteer for any of them. No, you crave home runs instead of singles. You talk a good game, but rarely follow through. Soon, you'll learn that your body of work—all the projects you lead and successes you amass—are what makes you visible and credible. And it's a long, grueling process to prove your mettle. There are no shortcuts.

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