In 'The Obstacle Is the Way', Ryan Holiday presents a framework for turning obstacles into successes. Drawing from the philosophy of Stoicism and the writings of Marcus Aurelius, Holiday outlines three disciplines: perception, action, and will. He illustrates these principles with historical anecdotes from figures such as John D. Rockefeller, Amelia Earhart, Ulysses S. Grant, and Steve Jobs. The book emphasizes the importance of perception in shaping one's response to obstacles, the need for intentional and creative action, and the cultivation of will to persist through challenges. Holiday argues that by adopting these Stoic principles, individuals can transform their obstacles into opportunities for growth and success.
This book provides 366 meditations on Stoic wisdom, featuring new translations of passages from Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and other Stoic philosophers. Each day, readers are presented with a Stoic lesson explained in modern language, along with advice on how to apply these lessons in everyday life. The book is organized temporally and thematically across the twelve months of the year, making it a daily resource for practicing Stoicism[4][5][6].
In 'The Thank You Economy,' Gary Vaynerchuk explores the evolution of today's marketplace, emphasizing the importance of social interactions and customer care in building successful businesses. The book highlights how companies can scale personal, one-on-one attention to their entire customer base using social media platforms. Vaynerchuk argues that businesses must shift their culture to be more customer-aware and fan-friendly, leveraging word-of-mouth power to drive growth and profit. The book is filled with real-world examples and data-driven evidence, making it a valuable resource for business owners and managers looking to adapt to the new business era.
In this book, Gary Vaynerchuk explores the 12 human ingredients that have led to his success and happiness. He provides exercises to help readers develop these traits and identifies the 'half' – the emotional ingredient of leadership he is weakest at and makes the most effort to improve. The book offers real-life examples and practical advice on how to balance different emotional traits in various business scenarios to achieve optimum results. It emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and social skills for sustainable business growth and personal development.
In 'Crush It!', Gary Vaynerchuk shows readers how to harness the power of the Internet to make their entrepreneurial dreams come true. The book focuses on utilizing new, free tools on the Internet to capitalize on branding and developing a business. Gary shares his own experiences, from building his family's wine shop into a national industry leader to transforming his life and earning potential by building his personal brand. The book emphasizes the importance of identifying and pursuing your passions, using social media effectively, and maintaining a hardworking and authentic approach to business.
Ryan reads today’s daily meditation and talks to entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk about his new book Twelve and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success, how to get comfortable with vulnerability and emotional development, the best way to maintain long term business success, and more.
Gary Vaynerchuk is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and Internet personality. First known as a wine critic who expanded his family's wine business, Vaynerchuk is now more known for his work in digital marketing and social media as the chairman of New York-based communications company VaynerX, and as CEO of VaynerX subsidiary VaynerMedia.
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