#173
Mentioned in 28 episodes
Anything you want
Book • 2011
In 'Anything You Want,' Derek Sivers shares 40 powerful lessons learned from his experience of accidentally starting and growing CD Baby into a successful business.
The book emphasizes the importance of creating a business that is a 'utopia' or perfect world, where the focus is on making dreams come true for both the entrepreneur and the customers.
Sivers stresses that business is not just about money but about helping people and making them happy.
He also highlights the advantages of starting with no money, the irrelevance of traditional business plans, and the importance of prioritizing customer needs over personal gain.
The book includes memorable stories of his mistakes and successes, including his interactions with Steve Jobs and the impact of his decisions on his business.
The book emphasizes the importance of creating a business that is a 'utopia' or perfect world, where the focus is on making dreams come true for both the entrepreneur and the customers.
Sivers stresses that business is not just about money but about helping people and making them happy.
He also highlights the advantages of starting with no money, the irrelevance of traditional business plans, and the importance of prioritizing customer needs over personal gain.
The book includes memorable stories of his mistakes and successes, including his interactions with Steve Jobs and the impact of his decisions on his business.
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Mentioned in 28 episodes
Mentioned by 
Ali Abdaal , quoting Derek Sivers's advice on remembering the true reasons behind one's actions.
Ali Abdaal , quoting Derek Sivers's advice on remembering the true reasons behind one's actions.
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Tim Ferriss as one of 
Derek Sivers ' books, highlighting its impact and his multiple readings.
Tim Ferriss as one of Derek Sivers ' books, highlighting its impact and his multiple readings.
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Mentioned by Ali Abdaal in a conversation with Oliver Burkeman about slowing down and enjoying the process.
Ali Abdaal in a conversation with Oliver Burkeman about slowing down and enjoying the process.175 snips
6 Lessons That Improved My Life - Season 2 Round Up
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Jonathan Courtney for its insights on creating a unique business model and not following traditional business practices.
Jonathan Courtney for its insights on creating a unique business model and not following traditional business practices.
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Nathan Barry , highlighting Sivers' advice on pursuing multiple career paths sequentially rather than simultaneously.
Nathan Barry , highlighting Sivers' advice on pursuing multiple career paths sequentially rather than simultaneously.
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