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Red Smith, a Pulitzer Prize-winning sportswriter, hated writing, but consistently produced high-quality work by tricking himself into believing each column was for a single, discerning reader. This mindset elevated his craft and made his work feel important. You can adopt a similar approach, treating every task in interaction as if it matters.
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