E8: Advice from Elon Musk, Warren Buffet and Steve Jobs
E8: Advice from Elon Musk, Warren Buffet and Steve Jobs
December 18, 2017
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44m
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Episode Ranking: 13/100
TOPICS: Personal Development Relationships Technology
Episode Description
Overcoming Self-Doubt & Ego A personal guide on how to push past ego and step up in high-pressure moments.
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In episode 8 of 'The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett', Steven delves into a variety of topics that have influenced his personal and professional growth. He begins by discussing the challenges of recording the podcast due to his busy schedule and the constraints of constant travel, emphasizing his commitment to the podcast as a cathartic and therapeutic experience. Steven then shares his thoughts on mood setting and the importance of rituals to create the right emotional state, citing insights from Sean Purie and Tony Robbins on how motion can create emotion.
Steven transitions to the topic of emotional control, recounting a recent incident in Istanbul where he managed to keep his response measured despite provocation. He reflects on the importance of not allowing others' negativity to impact one's mood or actions and offers practical advice on mindfulness and the power of pausing before reacting. He also touches upon the critical aspect of time management, suggesting the implementation of a 'hard stop' for meetings to ensure efficiency.
The conversation shifts to cryptocurrencies and blockchain, where Steven shares his skepticism about the Bitcoin bubble while acknowledging the transformative potential of blockchain technology. He encourages listeners to educate themselves on blockchain, positioning it as a revolutionary force in the business world.
Steven then speaks about the value of character, drawing from Warren Buffett's advice to invest in character traits that align with success and to avoid those that don't. He shares his personal list of traits he would invest in and those he would 'short.' Continuing with the theme of personal development, Steven plans to seek anonymous critiques from his team, inspired by Elon Musk's view on the importance of honest criticism.
Lastly, Steven discusses his current status as single and the pressures of societal expectations around relationships. He advocates for patience and the belief that meaningful connections will emerge organically when the time is right.
Steven transitions to the topic of emotional control, recounting a recent incident in Istanbul where he managed to keep his response measured despite provocation. He reflects on the importance of not allowing others' negativity to impact one's mood or actions and offers practical advice on mindfulness and the power of pausing before reacting. He also touches upon the critical aspect of time management, suggesting the implementation of a 'hard stop' for meetings to ensure efficiency.
The conversation shifts to cryptocurrencies and blockchain, where Steven shares his skepticism about the Bitcoin bubble while acknowledging the transformative potential of blockchain technology. He encourages listeners to educate themselves on blockchain, positioning it as a revolutionary force in the business world.
Steven then speaks about the value of character, drawing from Warren Buffett's advice to invest in character traits that align with success and to avoid those that don't. He shares his personal list of traits he would invest in and those he would 'short.' Continuing with the theme of personal development, Steven plans to seek anonymous critiques from his team, inspired by Elon Musk's view on the importance of honest criticism.
Lastly, Steven discusses his current status as single and the pressures of societal expectations around relationships. He advocates for patience and the belief that meaningful connections will emerge organically when the time is right.
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