“Show Your Work!” – How Sharing Changed My Perspective

I’ve introduced the book Show Your Work to a few friends, and now I’d like to share it with a wider audience. This book has changed the way I view sharing my work—not just within my circle of friends or colleagues, but on online platforms too.

1: You don’t need to be a genius to share

My favorite quote from the book is definitely “You don’t have to be a genius.” I used to think I needed to be skilled, perfect, or have something truly special to share with others. But in reality, what matters isn’t how much success I’ve achieved, but the small steps I take each day. Sometimes, the journey is more valuable than the destination.

Kleon, the author, encourages us to share even the incomplete things or small details of our work process. You don’t need to be an expert or someone at the top of your field, but people want to see your learning, your trial-and-error, and your improvements. This made me feel more comfortable sharing what I’m working on.

When I first started posting on Facebook about my learning and working experiences, I thought, “Who would care about these immature thoughts?” But after consistently posting, I was surprised by how many people messaged me, asking more and wanting to learn from the little things I had gone through. I realized you don’t have to wait for everything to be perfect; just sharing what you have right now is enough to connect with others.

2: Focus on the process, not just the result

“Show your process, not just the final product.” Gone are the days of silently working behind the scenes and suddenly emerging with a masterpiece. Nowadays, people want to see the process behind the creation, and you and I both know what that means—it’s about building trust.

It’s the same in everyday life. When we share what we’re working on, even if it’s just small steps, it creates a deeper connection with others. I used to think only the final result was worth sharing, but now I realize that the experiments, failures, and efforts along the way are the most valuable.

Moreover, the more I shared and received honest questions and feedback, the clearer my own path became. I learned where I needed to improve, not just for myself but for others too. Sharing the process isn’t just a way to connect with people; it helps you learn faster as well.

3: Share genuinely, not just to show off

One of the strongest points of Show Your Work! is how the author encourages us to share in an honest and sincere way. It’s not about showing off what you’ve done, but about telling your story in a natural, easy-to-understand way. “Tell your story, but don’t make yourself the hero.” Sharing this way helps you attract like-minded people and create more lasting connections.

In the past, I used to worry about how to make my posts look the “coolest” or most “impressive,” but over time I’ve realized that the posts that are the most honest, sincere, and reflect my personal experiences—even the small, everyday stories—are the ones that resonate the most. People don’t need perfection; they need authenticity.

So, if you’re thinking about sharing your work on social media or any other platform, don’t stress too much about being perfect or making a big impression. Just be yourself, share what you’re doing, and you’ll find that this alone will help you connect with more people.

I’ve learned so much from this book, and I hope you’ll find the inspiration to "show your work" and connect with the world in the most genuine way. Sharing not only creates value for yourself but also helps you find people who share your passions and goals. Just like I found what I wanted to do, gained the trust of some people, and even transitioned to freelance work online—all because I dared to "show my work.

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Kleon, the author, encourages us to share even the incomplete things or small details of our work process. You don’t need to be an expert or someone at the top of your field, but people want to see your learning, your trial-and-error, and your improvements. This made me feel more comfortable sharing what I’m working on.

When I first started posting on Facebook about my learning and working experiences, I thought, “Who would care about these immature thoughts?” But after consistently posting, I was surprised by how many people messaged me, asking more and wanting to learn from the little things I had gone through. I realized you don’t have to wait for everything to be perfect; just sharing what you have right now is enough to connect with others.

2: Focus on the process, not just the result

“Show your process, not just the final product.” Gone are the days of silently working behind the scenes and suddenly emerging with a masterpiece. Nowadays, people want to see the process behind the creation, and you and I both know what that means—it’s about building trust.

It’s the same in everyday life. When we share what we’re working on, even if it’s just small steps, it creates a deeper connection with others. I used to think only the final result was worth sharing, but now I realize that the experiments, failures, and efforts along the way are the most valuable.

Moreover, the more I shared and received honest questions and feedback, the clearer my own path became. I learned where I needed to improve, not just for myself but for others too. Sharing the process isn’t just a way to connect with people; it helps you learn faster as well.

3: Share genuinely, not just to show off

One of the strongest points of Show Your Work! is how the author encourages us to share in an honest and sincere way. It’s not about showing off what you’ve done, but about telling your story in a natural, easy-to-understand way. “Tell your story, but don’t make yourself the hero.” Sharing this way helps you attract like-minded people and create more lasting connections.

In the past, I used to worry about how to make my posts look the “coolest” or most “impressive,” but over time I’ve realized that the posts that are the most honest, sincere, and reflect my personal experiences—even the small, everyday stories—are the ones that resonate the most. People don’t need perfection; they need authenticity.

So, if you’re thinking about sharing your work on social media or any other platform, don’t stress too much about being perfect or making a big impression. Just be yourself, share what you’re doing, and you’ll find that this alone will help you connect with more people.

I’ve learned so much from this book, and I hope you’ll find the inspiration to "show your work" and connect with the world in the most genuine way. Sharing not only creates value for yourself but also helps you find people who share your passions and goals. Just like I found what I wanted to do, gained the trust of some people, and even transitioned to freelance work online—all because I dared to "show my work.

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