DRVN Podcast $100m CEO: 7 Counterintuitive Lesson About Success - Sam Ovens
Jul 8, 2024
Sam Ovens, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Skool, shares his insightful journey from a renowned consulting guru to a successful software entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of intuition in decision-making and why embracing chaos can lead to greater fulfillment. Ovens highlights the balance between discipline and flexibility, urging listeners to prioritize enjoyment over rigidity. He also explores how social media influences our sense of authenticity and emphasizes the need for personal connections in business partnerships.
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Follow Your Heart, But Be Smart
- If something feels like a struggle, consider if your heart is truly in it.
- Passion alone is not enough; consider market competition and difficulty.
Embracing Chaos
- Sam shifted from rigid scheduling to a more flexible approach, embracing distractions.
- Having a child taught him the value of adaptability and increased his intensity and focus.
Find Your True Self
- To find what truly matters, peel back layers of external influences and identify genuine preferences.
- Distinguish between liking something because you genuinely enjoy it versus liking it for social approval.