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Mentioned in 35 episodes

How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big

Kind of the Story of My Life

Book • 2014

Author

Scott Adams

In 'How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big,' Scott Adams shares his personal story of numerous failures and how he transformed them into lasting successes.

Adams challenges conventional career advice by advocating for systems over goals, emphasizing the importance of personal energy, and highlighting how a combination of mediocre skills can be surprisingly valuable.

He recounts his experiences in the corporate world, his inventions, investments, and other ventures, offering practical tips such as prioritizing creative work, managing attitudes, and using affirmations.

The book is filled with humor and valuable insights into human psychology and the role of luck in achieving success.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 35 episodes

Mentioned by

Naval Ravikant

; he recommends it for its discussion of life systems.

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#136: Naval Ravikant on Happiness Hacks and The 5 Chimps Theory

Referenced for its insights on passion, talent, and the role of failure in achieving success.

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Avoid These Easy Mistakes to Manifest The Life You Want TODAY

Mentioned by

Rob Henderson

as the originator of the advice to 'over-deliver' in one's career.

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Rob Henderson on Luxury Beliefs on Gender Warz, Simps, & All The Worlds Problems

Recommended by

Scott Adams

, written specifically for young people who didn't have a mentor.

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Episode 2972 CWSA 09/28/25

Mentioned by

Scott Adams

King Randall

, describing its focus on systems over goals for those 14 years and up.

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Episode 2993 CWSA 10/19/25

Recommended by Javier González Recuenco to learn about skill stacking.

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#77 Javier G. Recuenco: reguetón, el Sr. Lobo y los corsés de ballena

Mentioned by

Scott Adams

as including his advice about building a talent stack and having a system over a goal.

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Episode 3049 CWSA 12/21/25

Mentioned by

Scott Adams

as a helpful book for career changes, breaking out of ruts, and giving advice to those who are stuck.

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Episode 2946 CWSA 09/02/25

Recommended by

Scott Adams

as one of the books on his shelf that would change your life the most.

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Episode 2974 CWSA 09/30/25

Recomendado por

Jeroz Sánchez

a todo el mundo, explicando cómo los objetivos tienen problemas y cómo fallar en casi todo y aún así ganar de forma espectacular.

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Mentioned as a recommendation by AI, in response to

James Altucher

's 'Choose Yourself'.

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Mentioned by Scott Adams in a message read by

Megyn Kelly

, reflecting on his work and its impact.

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Mentioned by

JK Molina

as a book that significantly impacted his life.

23 snips

JK Molina Talks Writing Flows, F*ck You Money, and Building A Software Business

Mentioned as one of the books written by Scott Adams, creator of the Dilbert comic strip.

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Recommended by

Scott Adams

as a gift for people who like reading books.

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Episode 2674 CWSA 11/29/24

Mentioned by

James Altucher

as the first book

Scott Adams

wrote in this genre about his life and success.

21 snips

Scott Adams: The Advice I Still Think About

Mentioned by

Kyle Holmson

for its emphasis on systems over goals in achieving financial independence.

21 snips

How Kyle and Jamie Got Back to Basics and Found Balance on the Path to FI

Mentioned by

Scott Adams

as the book where he first used the phrase "alcohol is poison".

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Episode 2711 CWSA 01/05/25

Mentioned by

Ben Orenstein

as a book about failing and still winning big, focusing on systems rather than goals.

16 snips

81: An Agent of Change (Seth Godin)

Mentioned by Brad as an influential book that helped him understand the concept of talent stacking.

15 snips

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