Jason Stapleton, a former Force Recon Marine and savvy investor, dives into navigating the 21st century's challenges. He discusses the imminent AI takeover and what skills we need to thrive amidst automation. Jason emphasizes adopting an abundance mindset and self-accountability as critical traits for success today. He shares his experiences with investments and the realities of modern trading while encouraging listeners to focus on learning and creativity in business. Ultimately, he urges personal adaptability to ensure financial independence.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Escape Negative Feedback Loops
Escape negative feedback loops by finding small daily successes.
Start with simple achievements like getting out of bed when your alarm goes off.
insights INSIGHT
A Mindset of Abundance
We live in the greatest period of human history, with unprecedented opportunities for personal fulfillment.
Embrace a mindset of abundance and opportunity, focusing on how to harness them.
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Radical Responsibility
Take responsibility for everything in your life, regardless of fault.
This empowers you to control your destiny and achieve your goals.
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Edwin Lefèvre's "Remnants of a Stock Operator" is a fictionalized biography of Jesse Livermore, one of the most successful traders of the early 20th century. The book follows Livermore's journey from a young boy working on Wall Street to a legendary speculator, detailing his triumphs and failures. It explores Livermore's trading strategies, emphasizing the importance of discipline, risk management, and understanding market psychology. The book also delves into Livermore's personal life, revealing his struggles with addiction and the emotional toll of his profession. "Remnants of a Stock Operator" remains a timeless classic, offering valuable insights into trading and the human condition.
So Good They Can't Ignore You
Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love
Cal Newport
In this book, Cal Newport challenges the conventional wisdom that following one's passion is the key to career happiness. Instead, he argues that passion often follows mastery and that developing valuable skills and expertise is essential for creating work you love. Newport presents four rules: Don't follow your passion, Be so good they can't ignore you, Turn down a promotion, and Think small, act big. He supports his arguments with case studies from various professionals who have found satisfaction in their careers through hard work and skill development.
Atomic Habits
James Clear
Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth[2][4][5].
1984
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George Orwell
Published in 1949, '1984' is a cautionary tale by George Orwell that explores the dangers of totalitarianism. The novel is set in a dystopian future where the world is divided into three super-states, with the protagonist Winston Smith living in Oceania, ruled by the mysterious and omnipotent leader Big Brother. Winston works at the Ministry of Truth, where he rewrites historical records to conform to the Party's ever-changing narrative. He begins an illicit love affair with Julia and starts to rebel against the Party, but they are eventually caught and subjected to brutal torture and indoctrination. The novel highlights themes of government surveillance, manipulation of language and history, and the suppression of individual freedom and independent thought.
Jason Stapleton is a former Force Recon Marine, investor and coach.
The impending AI automation takeover is nearly here. If we're not careful we'll all be naked in the street with nothing to do but sling faeces at each other.
So what are the skills, principles & mindset tools we need to be robust against this coming apocalypse? How can we futureproof our finances and career to survive the rest of the 21st century?
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