Whether we realize it or not, we’re constantly exposed to powerful narratives of quick success that permeate our feeds, conversations, and professional aspirations.
This relentless focus on rapid wins and overnight milestones—how a brand reached 100 crore revenue in three years or how a “thought leader” amassed 20,000 followers in just eight months—serves as both a lure and a mirage.
The deeper issue here isn’t just the inevitable disappointment that comes from chasing fast results without recognizing the nuances and challenges involved. It’s the pervasive, often invisible pressure these stories create, particularly for those who genuinely want to build something meaningful and sustainable over time.
Individuals who aim to focus on long-term impact and genuine value creation find themselves wrestling with an intense, almost obligatory need to prove themselves in the short term.
With so many benchmarks of “instant success” on display, the patience, persistence, and trial-and-error required to build something lasting feel undervalued and even risky. Consequently, there’s less room for thoughtful growth, creativity, or failure. Instead, a culture emerges where people feel compelled to prioritize speed over substance, “likes” over learning, and optics over authenticity.
This short-term obsession detracts from the personal fulfillment and social good that come from sustained effort and deep work, eroding the foundation upon which genuine, impactful success is built.
Parth Choudhury 