Real is rare.
That’s why it’s valuable.
1: The real ones advance the plot.
2: The real ones can iterate.
3: The real ones make stuff, instead of making stuff up.
4: The real ones can explain what they’re talking about.
5: The real ones would rather be actually good than just better than you.
6: The real ones aren’t afraid of themselves.
7: The real ones focus instead of flaunt.
8: The real ones live a few steps ahead.
9: The real ones get shit done.
10: The real ones have more fun.