In the short run, there is a bit of tension between passion and "diligence", at least under some definitions of "diligence". This is because people with passion

In the short run, there is a bit of tension between passion and "diligence", at least under some definitions of "diligence". This is because people with passion tend not to have the unconditional work ethic that is desirable in a grunt or subordinate, but counterproductive in a creative or a manager. In the long run, some level of passion is required in order to maintain diligence. Not necessarily "work 80 hours per week because X will make me rich" passion, but a deep desire to do things well and correctly, and to learn the skills necessary in order to continue doing so.