This chapter delves into the varying tipping customs across different countries, contrasting the prevalent tipping culture in the US with regions where tipping is less common. The conversation challenges the notion that tipping is essential for good service and shares anecdotes highlighting contrasting attitudes towards tipping and smiling behaviors. Additionally, the chapter discusses the importance of questioning common assumptions and delves into the speaker's personal writing habits and creativity process.
Derek Sivers is a true renaissance man. He’s a former entrepreneur, founder of CD Baby, and a prolific writer, thinker, TED speaker and musician. He has optimized himself for creating and learning, and has cut most extraneous things from his life.
In this classic episode, Derek Sivers joined Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about the importance of saying no, pursuing goals and experiences that scare us, why he doesn’t consider himself an entrepreneur anymore and fostering creativity in work and life.
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