The Danny Miranda Podcast #033: Nat Eliason – Ethical Personal Branding, No Booze, Public Contracts
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Dec 2, 2020 Writer Nat Eliason talks about building a personal brand without hard-selling, starting out by publishing imperfect work, and why YouTube and Twitter can open doors. He also shares his public no-alcohol bet, practical ways to build better habits, and his changing views on mentorship, digital nomad life, and commitment.
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Use Twitter To Build Slow Relationships
- Do use Twitter to build relationships by following, liking, replying, and adding value before asking for favors.
- Nat highlights examples like Brandon Zhang, who built connections and podcast guests by politely asking good questions.
Reverse Bet To Stop Drinking
- Nat publicly promised to donate $100 to Trump's campaign every time he drank before Oct 28 to stop casual daily drinking.
- The public reverse-bet overruled his 6pm impulse, eliminated social pressure, and effectively stopped him drinking.
Always Have The Next Deadline Lined Up
- Do line up a new goal or standing commitments before hitting a target so you don't drop the habit afterward.
- Nat used standing social events and recurring rituals (cold plunge, dinners) to maintain long-term consistency.