Smart Nonsense I spent $5,000 on Andrew Wilkinson's Mastermind
Oct 25, 2023
Henry and Dylan discuss their experience spending $5,000 on Andrew Wilkinson's mastermind event, reflecting on ambition, self-improvement, and exploring first principles in self-driving cars. They share insights on podcast thumbnail design, travel anecdotes, navigating customer service woes, wealth perception, and defining success.
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Elon Musk's Influence
- Dylan was inspired by Elon Musk's biography to think bigger.
- He felt his work was insignificant compared to Musk's ambitions, leading him to drink coffee and "radicalize".
Building to Bigger Things
- Elon Musk's success wasn't instant; he built Zip2, which led to PayPal, then to SpaceX and Tesla.
- This shows even big achievements start small, emphasizing the importance of focusing on current projects before tackling grand visions.
Work-Life Balance
- Dylan's romantic relationships suffer because his focus is on work.
- He seeks a partner who shares his work ethic, embodying a "perfectionist" mindset.