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How does one pull themselves up from struggling through addiction to become one of the top connectors in the world?

Is it possible to break the link between pain and addiction?

Joe Polish, Founder of Genius Network and considered one of the most influential connectors in the world, joins us on the Greatness Machine to talk about his new book, What’s In It For Them? 9 Genius Networking Principles To Get What You Want By Helping Others Get What They Want.

In this episode, Darius and Joe explore the complex relationship between trauma, pain, and addiction. They delve into the concept of givers and takers and the importance of being someone who always gives. They also discuss the world of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the crucial role that mastering fundamental business skills plays in the industry.

Topics include:

Reasons why people resort to addiction as a solution to pain
Joe looks back on how he battled drug addiction at such a young age
What got Joe into entrepreneurship
The importance of learning the fundamental business skills
Joe shares how Genius Network started
Why you need to pay attention to what people complain about
Ethics in life and business
H.A.L.F. (Hard, Annoying, Lame, and Frustrating) versus E.L.F. (Easy, Lucrative, Fun)
Joe explains what his new book What’s In It For Them is all about
And other topics…

Resources mentioned:

The Five Love Languages: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Secret-that-Lasts/dp/080241270X

Connect with Joe:

Website: https://joepolish.com/

Book: https://whatsinitforthem.com/

Book: https://joesfreebook.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joepolish

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joepolish/

Connect with Darius:

Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine

Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708

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