The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk

088: Ryan Holiday – How To Find The Best Mentor & Viewing Obstacles As Opportunities

Jan 11, 2016
Ryan Holiday, a media strategist and author of 'The Obstacle Is The Way', shares his insights on mentoring and transformation through adversity. He emphasizes the value of unpaid work for fostering connections and gaining experience in early careers. Ryan also discusses the philosophy of stoicism, its application in sports like the NFL, and how to craft impactful book titles. His journey from college dropout to a respected writer reveals the importance of relationships and a process-oriented approach in achieving sustained excellence.
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ADVICE

Focus on Process Over Results

  • Focus on producing work you are truly proud of rather than chasing results like money or accolades.
  • Embrace a process-oriented mindset, prioritizing quality over immediate external validation.
ANECDOTE

Seizing Mentorship Opportunities

  • Ryan Holiday landed a life-changing apprenticeship as Robert Greene's research assistant through a chance meeting arranged by another author.
  • This opportunity started his career path and exemplifies seizing chances to connect with mentors.
ADVICE

Say Yes To Early Unpaid Work

  • Be willing to work for free early in your career to gain experience and connections.
  • Say yes to unpaid opportunities until you can afford to say no and secure paid roles.
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