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It’s a phrase used by sports commentators.

There’s a physicality in the definition that doesn’t really describe the best programmers I’ve worked with.

> In sports, "high motor" describes a player who consistently exerts maximum effort and intensity on every play, showing relentless energy, enthusiasm, and a refusal to take plays off, even when tired or the game situation is difficult.



There are eight hours a day. You can't be high at all times unless under the influence of drugs.

Feeling defeated is important too to rethink your strategy.

Recruiters want Übermenschen probably.




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