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Guy Raz is a renowned host and creator of popular podcasts such as 'How I Built This' and 'Wisdom from the Top.' He has garnered recognition and numerous awards for his work, including three shows in the top 20 rankings worldwide simultaneously. Raz emphasizes the power of storytelling and the importance of sharing inspiring stories to connect with audiences on a deeper level.
Raz's career in journalism and reporting led him to host shows like 'The TED Radio Hour' and 'All Things Considered.' However, after experiencing the harrowing events of the Sandy Hook shooting, he became disillusioned with traditional news reporting. This pivotal moment led him to discover the power of storytelling and the impact it can have on inspiring and connecting with others. Raz's desire to tell engaging stories motivated him to create the highly successful podcast 'How I Built This,' focusing on the journeys and successes of entrepreneurs.
Raz openly speaks about his personal experience with depression, aiming to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. He highlights the importance of destigmatizing mental illness and encouraging open conversations about it. Raz emphasizes that depression is a common and manageable condition, offering hope and support to those who may be struggling.
Raz recalls his transformative year as a Neman Journalism Fellow at Harvard. This experience allowed him to step out of his comfort zone and explore different fields outside of traditional news reporting. Being exposed to case studies at the Harvard Business School and engaging with various disciplines helped broaden his perspective and inspired him to create shows like 'How I Built This.' This fellowship provided him with the necessary tools to excel in the podcasting industry and facilitated his personal and professional growth.
Writing things down can be incredibly important, especially when experiencing anxiety. It allows for catharsis and helps organize thoughts. Journaling can ease the mind and provide clarity.
Optimism is a key characteristic of successful entrepreneurs. Believing in the potential of their ideas, even in the face of challenges or rejections, fuels their perseverance. The ability to convince themselves that their idea will work is crucial for their drive and motivation.
Instead of trying to replicate what major companies like Uber or Airbnb are doing, entrepreneurs should focus on servicing those industries. Providing solutions and meeting the needs of established industries offers ample opportunities for success.
“There is a natural skepticism that you develop as a journalist, which I think is important. But oftentimes that develops into cynicism.” — Guy Raz
Guy Raz (@guyraz) is the Michael Phelps of podcasting. He’s the creator and host of the popular podcasts How I Built This, Wisdom from the Top, and The Rewind and the co-creator of the acclaimed podcasts TED Radio Hour and Wow in the World, a children’s program. He’s received the Edward R. Murrow Award, the Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize, the National Headliner Award, the NABJ Award… basically, all the awards.
His brand-new book is titled How I Built This: The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World’s Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs. Past podcast guest Adam Grant has this to say about it: “[This book is] the mother of all entrepreneurship memoirs. It’s a must-read for anyone who wants to start a business, grow a business, or be inspired by those who do.”
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