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How To Be Moderately Successful.

EP13 Who I have copied from the most and why.

Oct 2, 2022
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the value of learning from others. They explore various sources of inspiration for building better businesses, including books and podcasts. They also share insights on leadership, team dynamics, and personal growth from influential books. The speaker talks about the profound impact of Eckhart Tolle's work and a parenting philosophy. They discuss influential people and their approach to learning without formal education.
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Quick takeaways

  • Copying successful individuals and resources, such as the book 'Scaling Up' by Vern Harnish, can provide actionable insights and shift focus from figuring everything out to disciplined execution.
  • Taking care of one's mental and emotional well-being, through resources like Eckhart Tolle's 'The Power of Now' and Janet Lansbury's 'Unruffled' podcast, is crucial for success in various aspects of life, including business and parenting.

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Copy from the Best

The speaker discusses the practice of copying successful individuals and resources to achieve business success. They share their personal experience of finding a book, 'Scaling Up' by Vern Harnish, which provided actionable insights and shifted their focus from figuring everything out to disciplined execution. They emphasize the importance of seeking out the best sources to copy from and then adapting and making them one's own through implementation. The speaker also mentions other influential figures and resources like Jim Collins' books on leadership, Gino Wickman's book 'Traction' for small businesses, and the 'Two Bobs' podcast hosted by David C. Baker and Blair Enns, which transformed their business through a deep understanding of positioning.

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