Tom Bilyeu's Impact Theory Q&A on Modern Mythology and Holding Yourself to Results (Replay)
Explore the fascinating intersection of mythology and personal growth. The conversation dives into the evolution of literature's impact on relationships and workplace culture. Discover how establishing boundaries can lead to success and how anger can be harnessed for resilience. The hosts share insights on crafting new myths that empower individuals and discuss innovative approaches to motivation through fashion. With a focus on community-building in corporate environments, this discussion highlights the importance of authenticity and emotional vulnerability.
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Book Recommendations
- Read "Mindset" if you haven't already.
- Also check out "So Good They Can't Ignore You" for career exploration.
Modern Society and Rituals
- Modern society lacks rituals due to a disconnect from relevant mythology.
- This can lead to problems like divorce, stemming from insufficient transformation markers.
Ritualistic Tattoo
- Tom Bilyeu got a tattoo to overcome his fear of needles and create a personal ritual.
- This was inspired by "The Power of Myth" and symbolized a commitment to his marriage.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Impact of Literature and Rituals on Personal Growth
02:34 • 5min
Building Community and Engagement in Corporations
07:44 • 13min
Building Boundaries for Success
20:32 • 7min
Crafting New Myths and Personal Connections
27:54 • 16min
Innovating Empowerment Through Fashion and Motivation
43:32 • 6min
Harnessing Anger for Growth
49:15 • 12min
The Journey of Myth-Making and Creating Impact
01:01:34 • 5min
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.
Originals
How Non-Conformists Move the World
Adam Grant
In 'Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World', Adam Grant delves into the creative process and the mindset of individuals who challenge the status quo.
The book discusses how originals manage risk while following their vision, the importance of quantity over quality in idea generation, and the role of procrastination and strategic timing in creative output.
Grant also addresses how to communicate original ideas effectively, deal with emotional turmoil, and instill originality in various contexts, including business and child-rearing.
The book challenges common myths about success and creativity, offering practical advice and anecdotes from historical figures and contemporary examples.
The Power of Myth
Joseph Campbell
This book is derived from a series of television interviews between Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers, aired in 1988.
It delves into the universal themes and functions of myths across various cultures, highlighting their role in uniting communities, explaining social, cosmological, and spiritual realities, and guiding individuals through life's significant stages.
Campbell discusses how myths help people understand common human experiences such as love, death, and the search for meaning.
He also addresses the modern world's disconnection from mythological narratives and the consequences this has on individual and societal well-being.
The book emphasizes the importance of myths in providing a framework for life, fostering community identity, and helping individuals navigate life's transitions and challenges.
Tools of Titans
The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers
Ryan Holiday
Mike Del Ponte
Therese Plummer
Ray Porter
Tim Ferriss
Kaleo Griffith
Kevin Rose
Jocko Willink
Tim Kreider
Tools of Titans is a comprehensive guide to achieving peak performance and personal transformation.
The book is divided into three main sections: Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise.
It features insights and strategies from over 200 interviews with successful individuals such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Ariana Huffington, and many others.
Ferriss highlights common patterns among these high achievers, including daily meditation, disciplined routines, and the ability to turn weaknesses into strengths.
The book is designed to be a resource for continuous learning and improvement, providing actionable advice and tools for readers to enhance their health, wealth, and wisdom.
The Gunslinger
Stephen King
The Gunslinger is a dark-fantasy novel that blends elements of Western fiction, science fiction, and horror.
It tells the story of Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, who is on a quest to catch the man in black, a sorcerous figure.
The novel is set in a world similar to the Old West but in an alternate timeframe or parallel universe.
Roland's journey involves encounters with various characters, including a boy named Jake, and flashbacks that reveal his past and his brutal training as a gunslinger.
The story is inspired by Robert Browning's poem 'Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came' and other influences such as Milton's 'Paradise Lost' and the Western films of Sergio Leone.
Mindset
The New Psychology of Success
Carol S. Dweck
In this book, Carol S. Dweck introduces the concept of two mindsets: the fixed mindset and the growth mindset.
People with a fixed mindset believe their abilities are static, while those with a growth mindset believe their abilities can be developed through effort and learning.
Dweck shows how these mindsets influence success in school, work, sports, and personal relationships.
She also discusses how to adopt a deeper, truer growth mindset, and how this can transform individual and organizational cultures.
The book emphasizes the importance of perseverance, learning from failures, and embracing challenges as key components of the growth mindset.
Einstein's Dreams
Alan Lightman
In 'Einstein's Dreams', Alan Lightman imagines the dreams Albert Einstein might have had in the months leading up to his submission of the special theory of relativity in 1905.
The book consists of 30 chapters, each representing a dream that explores a different mechanism of time and its effects on human experience.
These dreams range from time standing still, to time rushing quickly at the edges but standing suspended at the center, to time being cyclical and repetitive.
The novel also includes interludes that return to Einstein's waking life, offering insights into his personal struggles and his relationship with his friend Michele Besso.
The book is a blend of science, philosophy, and fiction, exploring themes of time, free will, and the human condition.
Shoe Dog
Phil Knight
Shoe Dog is a memoir that chronicles the journey of Phil Knight as he builds Nike from its humble beginnings as Blue Ribbon Sports.
The book is a personal and detailed account of Knight's experiences, from his early days selling Japanese running shoes out of the trunk of his car to the global brand Nike is today.
It highlights his relentless work ethic, the challenges he faced, and the key relationships with his partners and employees that were crucial to the company's success.
The memoir also touches on Knight's personal life, including his family and the emotional struggles he encountered along the way.
Ready Player One
Trivia-on-Books Staff
In 'Ready Player One', Ernest Cline introduces Wade Watts, an 18-year-old living in a dystopian future where people escape their harsh reality through the OASIS, a vast virtual reality world.
The story revolves around Wade's quest to find an Easter egg hidden by the OASIS's creator, James Halliday, which would grant the finder immense wealth and control over the OASIS.
Wade, known as Parzival in the OASIS, must compete against other 'gunters' and the corporate-sponsored Sixers to achieve this goal.
The novel is filled with 1980s pop culture references, adventure, and social commentary, making it a deeply engaging and nostalgic read.
Hooked
How to Build Habit-Forming Products
Nir Eyal
In 'Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products', Nir Eyal explains the Hook Model, a four-step process (trigger, action, variable reward, and investment) that successful companies use to create products that users engage with habitually.
The book provides practical insights and actionable steps for building products that capture widespread attention and encourage repeated use without relying on costly advertising.
Eyal draws on his research, consulting experience, and practical knowledge to offer a how-to guide that is accessible and valuable for understanding user behavior and designing engaging products.
Start with Why
How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
Simon Sinek
In 'Start with Why', Simon Sinek introduces the concept of 'The Golden Circle', which consists of 'Why', 'How', and 'What'.
He argues that successful leaders and organizations start with their purpose or 'Why', which inspires loyalty and trust.
Sinek uses examples such as Apple, Martin Luther King Jr., and the Wright Brothers to illustrate how this approach can lead to significant influence and success.
The book emphasizes the importance of leadership and purpose in inspiring others and achieving long-term success.
Insomnia
Stephen King
Insomnia follows Ralph Roberts, a widower struggling with sleeplessness after his wife's death.
As he delves deeper into his condition, he discovers he can see auras around people, leading him into a battle against dark forces in Derry, Maine.
The novel explores themes of fate, free will, and the nature of reality.
Tom Bilyeu answers questions from the Impact Theory community and covers topics like the "Power of Myth" by Joseph Campbell, the evolution of mythology, and Millennials and the culture of the workplace.
[Original air date: January 28, 2017].
Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world.
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