Would You Still Do the Work If Nobody Noticed?

What if you worked hard at something for years and nobody noticed? Would the work still be worth doing?

I've been wrestling with that question lately as I've become more focused on views, analytics, and growing The Strong Stoic.

There's nothing wrong with wanting success, recognition, or influence. The danger begins when being noticed becomes the reason we do the work.

Marcus Aurelius reminds us that doing the good thing is already the reward. And much of what makes a good life happens without applause anyway.

Train. Build. Lead. Keep your promises. Improve your craft. Chase success.

But every once in a while, remove the audience and ask yourself:

Would I still be proud of the person doing the work?