Stop Wasting Your Life: A Guide To Unlocking Your Full Potential I Entrepreneur Jodie Cook

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Nov 2, 2023

Jodie Cook, an award-winning entrepreneur and champion powerlifter, shares her journey of overcoming setbacks and building successful businesses. She discusses redefining personal success and the importance of creating your own systems outside societal norms. Jodie highlights the balance between creativity and business, offering actionable strategies for aspiring entrepreneurs. The conversation touches on the role of technology in personal connections and the crucial nature of sales in sustainable business growth, while challenging limiting beliefs shaped by society.

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ANECDOTE

Jodie's First Business

Jodie Cook started her social media agency at 22 with no business plan.
She networked, secured clients, and built her business organically.

INSIGHT

Conveyor Belt Mentality

People are conditioned to follow traditional education and career paths.
Entrepreneurship requires embracing difference and accepting potential failure.

ADVICE

Constant Reframing

Entrepreneurship involves constant reframing and handling setbacks.
Be prepared for challenges and develop mental toughness.

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Principles

Ray Dalio

In 'Principles: Life and Work', Ray Dalio shares the principles he has developed over his career that have helped him achieve success. The book is divided into three sections: the first section explains how Dalio's principles were formed from his personal and professional experiences; the second section outlines life principles, such as embracing reality, being radically open-minded, and understanding the importance of pain and reflection in personal growth; and the third section focuses on work principles, including the use of radical truth and radical transparency to transform an organization. Dalio advocates for systematizing decision-making into algorithms, learning from failures, and building a culture where it is okay to make mistakes but unacceptable not to learn from them.

Influence

The Psychology of Persuasion

Robert Cialdini

In this highly acclaimed book, Dr. Robert B. Cialdini explains the psychology behind why people say yes and how to apply these insights ethically. The book outlines six universal principles of influence: Reciprocation, Commitment and Consistency, Social Proof, Liking, Authority, and Scarcity. The new and expanded edition includes a seventh principle, Unity, along with new research, insights, and examples. Cialdini uses memorable stories and relatable examples to make the subject accessible and easy to understand, helping readers become more skilled persuaders and defend themselves against unethical influence attempts.

The artist's way

a spiritual path to higher creativity

Ada Arbós Bo

Julia Cameron

This book presents a comprehensive method for artists to recover their creativity from various blocks such as limiting beliefs, fear, self-sabotage, and other inhibiting forces. It is designed to help individuals discover and develop their artistic potential, whether as writers, painters, poets, or musicians. The book emphasizes the connection between creativity and spirituality, providing step-by-step exercises to nurture creative expression as a consistent part of daily life.

Feel-Good Productivity

How to Do More of What Matters to You

Ali Abdal

In 'Feel-Good Productivity,' Dr. Ali Abdaal challenges the conventional notion that productivity is about hard work and discipline. Instead, he argues that the secret to productivity is feeling good. Drawing on decades of psychological research, Abdaal introduces the three hidden 'energisers' that underpin enjoyable productivity, the three 'blockers' to overcome procrastination, and the three 'sustainers' to prevent burnout. The book includes inspiring stories from founders, Olympians, and Nobel-winning scientists and provides simple, actionable changes to make work more enjoyable and sustainable. Abdaal's approach focuses on cultivating a deeper energy for work, balancing well-being with productivity, and enjoying the journey.

Wanting

The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life

Luke Burgis

In 'Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life,' Luke Burgis delves into the concept of mimetic desire, which is the tendency to imitate the desires of others. Drawing on the work of René Girard, Burgis explains how our desires are mediated by models and how this can lead to rivalry, conflict, and unfulfilling pursuits. The book distinguishes between 'thin' desires, which are superficial and mimetic, and 'thick' desires, which are deeper and more lasting. Burgis provides tactics for identifying and transforming these desires, such as creating a hierarchy of values, finding sources of wisdom that withstand mimesis, and practicing empathy. The book aims to help readers gain control over their desires and find more meaning in their lives by making intentional choices rather than blindly following mimetic forces.

Jodie Cook has built an incredible empire - she's an award-winning entrepreneur and author, as well as being a champion powerlifter. In this episode of Deep Dive, we chat about some of the tools and systems you can use to unlock your true potential. Whether it's starting your own business, freeing up your mind for more creativity, or just getting the most out of everyday, Jodie's insights and actionable tips are going to help reach towards your biggest dreams and ambitions. This episode gave me so much to think about and reflect on, and I hope you enjoy too!

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Season 7 Episode 5

(06:20) Jodie's backstory
(09:25) The education conveyor-belt
(11:57) Can anyone be an entrepreneur?
(17:23) Making the most of set-backs
(21:59) Starting a social media marketing agency
(26:24) Jodie's software company
(29:47) What is a lifestyle business?
(35:48) If you won the lottery, would your life change?
(43:18) The personal success system
(54:03) Keeping in touch with people
(59:06) The Ten-Year Career
(1:05:14) Is more always better?
(1:12:00) Motivation
(1:16:32) Effortless creativity
(1:20:50) Managing your schedule
(1:28:05) Obsession vs. hobby
(1:30:58) Having productive relationships
(1:37:01) What makes a top team member
(1:46:03) Relationship rituals

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