I think one problem is that we tend to think about this in terms of willpower. To be awesome, all we have to do is really want it and work really hard, right? I

I think one problem is that we tend to think about this in terms of willpower. To be awesome, all we have to do is really want it and work really hard, right? I suspect in reality it is much more about habits. Example: write a book by writing 2 hours every day, no matter what. Finish what you start? (Not sure if that is actually a good idea) If you have started one company, starting other companies will probably come much more natural to you. Or Aaron Swartz's "always say yes to everything". Little things like that. Of course you still need to find the right habits. I'm currently reading "The Luck Factor" and it also comes down to making a habit out of meeting more people and making new experiences - it's all a numbers game.