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Mentioned in 224 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.

Mentioned by

Steven Bartlett

Chris Williamson

Mentioned in 224 episodes

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

himself as part of a series of books.

You’re Not Lazy: How To Make Discipline Easy - Ryan Holiday

Mentioned by

Ravi Gupta

as a book about ego being the enemy of success.

Ravi Gupta: The Realities of Success

Mentioned as a book on stoicism.

A Comprehensive Guide to Stoicism (ft. Ryan Holiday)

Mentioned by

Steven Bartlett

in the episode introduction as one of

Ryan Holiday

's books.

The Discipline Expert: The 4 Surprising & Easy Habits ALL High Achievers Have! (Based On 2,000 Years Of Research) - Ryan Holiday

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

when discussing the importance of mastering a valuable skill to craft a deep life.

Ep. 317: The 10-Year Rule

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as a book read by a baseball player.

Ep. 341: Drowning, Treading, or Swimming

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

in the context of Dave Mustaine's story, highlighting the subjective nature of accomplishment.

Reminders From James Clear on How To Get 1% Better Every Day

Mentioned by

Manolis Kellis

as a book that reprogrammed his brain.

#373 – Manolis Kellis: Evolution of Human Civilization and Superintelligent AI

Mentioned by

Guy Raz

in the context of ego as an obstacle to success in entrepreneurship.

Achieving greater things with Adam Grant

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

as a book that influenced his views on resilience.

#770 - David Brooks - Why Is Everyone So Emotionally Detached?

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

when referencing a story also used by Mark Manson.

How James Clear Would Start 2026 If He Were You

Mentioned by

Drew Burney

as a book by Ryan Holiday, which acknowledges humility as the golden mean.

How to Quiet Your Ego (Without Losing Yourself)

Mentioned by George Raveling as books he frequently gifts to others.

#762: Coach George Raveling and Claire Hughes Johnson

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

as

Ryan Holiday

's second book in his stoic series.

IN-DEPTH: Systematic Depth (w/ Ryan Holiday)

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as one of his books, which he was working on when "Obstacles is the Way" came out.

How to Write a Book Like Ryan Holiday

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as his second book, discussing ego and its impact on success.

Redesign Your Life With This | Ryan Holiday Live in Sydney, Australia

Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a book he wrote a good chunk of while staying in an Airbnb.

YouTube Superstar Ali Abdaal on Productivity and Essentialism

Mentioned by

Chris Hutchins

as the first introduction to

Ryan Holiday

's writing.

How to Focus on What Matters and Let Go of the Rest with Ryan Holiday

Mentioned by

Jay Shetty

among

Ryan Holiday

's other best-selling books.

Ryan Holiday ON: The Importance of Being Disciplined With Our Ambition & How to Get Comfortable with Change

Mentioned by

Adam Grant

in the context of books on ego.

Adam Grant On Hidden Potential And Measuring Yourself Against Yourself

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