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Mentioned in 42 episodes
Turning pro
tap your inner power and create your life's work
Book • 2012
In 'Turning Pro,' Steven Pressfield provides a practical and inspirational guide for entrepreneurs and creatives to shift from an amateur mindset to a professional one.
The book is divided into three parts: the first describes the addictive nature of the amateur, the second paints a vision of what it means to be a pro, and the third focuses on cultivating professionalism.
Pressfield emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, self-doubt, and procrastination, and adopting habits such as discipline, regularity, and a constant striving for excellence.
He also discusses the concept of 'shadow careers' and the need to align one's work with their true calling for authentic fulfillment.
The book is divided into three parts: the first describes the addictive nature of the amateur, the second paints a vision of what it means to be a pro, and the third focuses on cultivating professionalism.
Pressfield emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear, self-doubt, and procrastination, and adopting habits such as discipline, regularity, and a constant striving for excellence.
He also discusses the concept of 'shadow careers' and the need to align one's work with their true calling for authentic fulfillment.
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Mentioned in 42 episodes
Mentioned by 
Nat Eliason in relation to shadow careers and the challenges of pursuing creative work.
Nat Eliason in relation to shadow careers and the challenges of pursuing creative work.
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Chasing Success vs True Fulfilment - Nat Eliason
Mentioned by 
Cal Newport as a book he is considering reading, using Blinkist to preview it before purchasing.
Cal Newport as a book he is considering reading, using Blinkist to preview it before purchasing.
652 snips
Ep. 229: Developing Discipline
Mentioned by 
Andrew Wilkinson in relation to Ryan Holiday's podcast and the concept of addiction to patterns.
Andrew Wilkinson in relation to Ryan Holiday's podcast and the concept of addiction to patterns.
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The Annual Milly Awards: The Winners, The Losers And Everything In Between - With Andrew Wilkinson
Mentioned by 
Rich Roll when discussing the shared themes between 
Rick Rubin 's book and Pressfield's works.
Rich Roll when discussing the shared themes between Rick Rubin 's book and Pressfield's works.
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Rick Rubin: Modern Master Of The Creative Act
Mentioned by 
Ryan Holiday as one of 
Steven Pressfield 's books, highlighting the author's diverse experiences shaping his writing.
Ryan Holiday as one of Steven Pressfield 's books, highlighting the author's diverse experiences shaping his writing.
160 snips
Steven Pressfield on Consistency, Overcoming Resistance and Discipline
Recommended by 
Chris Williamson as a follow-up to "The War of Art", having a profound impact on him.
Chris Williamson as a follow-up to "The War of Art", having a profound impact on him.
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#220 - Steven Pressfield - How To Turn Pro
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an excerpt from his audiobook, focusing on habits, addictions, and the path of turning pro.
Ryan Holiday as an excerpt from his audiobook, focusing on habits, addictions, and the path of turning pro.
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Habits and Addictions — Excerpt 2 from Steven Pressfield’s “Turning Pro”
Mentioned by Rich Roll as a book he rereads annually, focusing on the disciplined approach to creative work.
Rich Roll as a book he rereads annually, focusing on the disciplined approach to creative work.
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The War of Art: Steven Pressfield
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as the author of 'The War of Art' and 'Turning Pro', books that changed his life.
Ryan Holiday as the author of 'The War of Art' and 'Turning Pro', books that changed his life.65 snips
This Saved Ten Lives | Routines are Fragile... Try These 10 Stoic Practices Instead
Mentioned by Paul Rabil as a writer whose work he studied while transitioning to professional lacrosse.
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Mastering High Performance | Paul Rabil PT1
Mentioned by Chris Williamson , quoting the author's perspective on the narcissistic tendencies of amateurs.
Chris Williamson , quoting the author's perspective on the narcissistic tendencies of amateurs.
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#568 - Dean Rickles - How To Deal With The Shortness Of Life
Recommended by Ryan Holiday as a companion piece to *The War of Art*, emphasizing the importance of professionalism.
Ryan Holiday as a companion piece to *The War of Art*, emphasizing the importance of professionalism.46 snips
Tie Your Well-Being To This | You Are The Project
