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The episode features insights from author Neil Strauss, known for his books like 'The Game' and 'The Dirt.' Discussions revolve around the creative process, methods for achieving creative productivity, and overcoming challenges in writing bestselling books or building profitable businesses. The conversation delves into shaping creative ideas, handling deadlines, and embracing criticism.
Neil Strauss shares effective interview techniques from his experience as a journalist, recommending thorough research on interviewees, preparing a multitude of questions, and being present in the conversation to uncover unique insights. The importance of building trust with interviewees, fractionating interviews to enhance engagement, and steering discussions towards revealing authenticity are highlighted for successful and engaging interviews.
Neil Strauss has written 7 New York Times bestsellers, including The Game. He's also been an editor at Rolling Stone and a staff writer for The New York Times.In this episode, we discuss life, his creative process, writing, and generally answer the questions: How do you create amazing work? How to you overcome writer's block and other pitfalls? What are Neil's favorite books and movies? How do you edit your work to go from terrible to award-winning? How did Neil become a master interviewer, and how does he do it? What's next? Show notes and links can be found at www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast. Neil is a close friend, and this is one of my favorite conversations we've had together. Enjoy!
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