I think you have missed the point of the article or have confused less with more as the article is exactly what you are saying here. @m31 is making a point that the false promises of motivational books and throwaway statements do very little and one must suck it up and work hard instead.
from above:
How about stop deluding yourself and go to work? Motivation will not arrive to your doorstep and all of a sudden inspire you to do things. Screw fear. Decide and act.
Exactly, it's a great perspective, and not written about enough
I just got down voted here, for a compliment. grrrr