In this episode of the Startup Therapy podcast, hosts Ryan Rutan and Wil Schroter talk about the common misconception around 'working hard' within startups. They question the measurement of hard work, arguing that effort does not necessarily equate to progress or beneficial outcomes. The need for clear benchmarks within organizations to truly reward and recognize valuable contributions. 

Additionally, they challenge the notion of what constitutes as 'hard work' and the danger of equating all effort with success, proposing a more nuanced understanding that could lead to more effective and rewarding startup cultures.

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What to Listen For00:17 The Misconception of Hard Work in Startup Culture02:49 Real Value of Hard Work in Startups04:29 The Effort vs. Progress Dilemma 06:40 Effort, Progress, and Reward10:22  Learning from Effort and Reward15:46 The Misconception of Effort vs. Outcome17:36 Setting Expectations Across Management Levels19:30 The Importance of Measurable Outcomes28:31 Setting the Right Expectations and Rewards