150 How to Become an Overnight Success (in 20 yrs) | Craig Harper

Forget overnight fame - this is about the real, hard work no one talks about. Craig Harper - one of Australia’s leading experts in high performance - pulls back the curtain on why patience and persistence always beat raw talent. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing elusive success or measuring yourself by someone else’s standards, this one’s for you. You’ll learn how to define success on your own terms, why motivation isn’t the magic bullet, and how admitting what you don’t know can be your greatest strength. This isn’t about quick wins. It’s about grit, resilience, and showing up every day - even when it feels like nothing’s happening.If you’re ready to stop chasing shortcuts and start building something real, hit play.In this episode, Andrew and Craig discuss:00:45 Why success is a long game—and why going viral means nothing. 3:30 The teenage shift that changed Craig’s life (and why motivation fades). 10:40 Why attention is the currency of 2025—and how short focus kills success. 18:40 Craig’s evolving definition of success—and why yours should differ. 22:50 Rethinking age—and staying sharp well into your 60s. 27:45 Why changing your identity starts with admitting you don’t know how. 35:25 Aligning your life with your core values. 40:05 How Craig’s wins have impacted strangers he’s never met. 45:00 The hidden B-side of failure—and the intrinsic fuel to keep going. 49:05 The fine line between quitting and walking away. 53:35 Why selfishness doesn’t work—and why love matters most.You can find Craig at his website:https://craigharper.net/At his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiganthonyharper/Listen to The You Project:https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-you-project/id1342430567