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Mentioned in 181 episodes
Ego is the Enemy
Book • 2016
In *Ego Is the Enemy*, Ryan Holiday delves into the concept of ego and its detrimental effects on personal and professional success.
The book is divided into three sections: Aspiration, Success, and Failure, each offering valuable lessons and perspectives.
Holiday draws on a vast array of stories and examples from literature, philosophy, and history, featuring figures such as George Marshall, Jackie Robinson, Katharine Graham, Bill Belichick, and Eleanor Roosevelt.
These individuals achieved great success by conquering their own egos, and their strategies and tactics are presented as models for readers.
The book emphasizes the importance of staying grounded, continually learning, and embracing a mindset of growth rather than letting ego hinder development.
The book is divided into three sections: Aspiration, Success, and Failure, each offering valuable lessons and perspectives.
Holiday draws on a vast array of stories and examples from literature, philosophy, and history, featuring figures such as George Marshall, Jackie Robinson, Katharine Graham, Bill Belichick, and Eleanor Roosevelt.
These individuals achieved great success by conquering their own egos, and their strategies and tactics are presented as models for readers.
The book emphasizes the importance of staying grounded, continually learning, and embracing a mindset of growth rather than letting ego hinder development.
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Mentioned in 181 episodes
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Cal Newport when discussing the importance of mastering a valuable skill to craft a deep life.
Cal Newport when discussing the importance of mastering a valuable skill to craft a deep life.
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Ryan Holiday in the context of Dave Mustaine's story, highlighting the subjective nature of accomplishment.
Ryan Holiday in the context of Dave Mustaine's story, highlighting the subjective nature of accomplishment.
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Mentioned by George Raveling as books he frequently gifts to others.
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Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as one of his books, which he was working on when "Obstacles is the Way" came out.
Ryan Holiday as one of his books, which he was working on when "Obstacles is the Way" came out.
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How to Write a Book Like Ryan Holiday
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in a discussion about his early career and a conversation with Cal Newport .
Ryan Holiday in a discussion about his early career and a conversation with Cal Newport .
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