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Ep 42: Rolf Potts (Part 2) on Travel Tactics, Creating Time Wealth, and Lateral Thinking

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Nov 4, 2014

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Rolf Potts

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ADVICE

Learn Storytelling from Various Sources

Study storytelling in any form, even in "lowbrow" genres like screenplays or pulpy novels.
Understanding basic storytelling principles can enhance any writing, regardless of the medium.

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Get Lost

Embrace discomfort and get lost while traveling, even in familiar places.
Explore by foot or using public transport to discover hidden gems and gain new perspectives.

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ANECDOTE

Greek Encounters

Tim Ferriss intentionally sought discomfort in Greece by waking up early and trying to converse with locals in cafes despite language barriers.
This led to humorous interactions and unique experiences with a group of old Greek men.

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Part 2 of 2 "War is God's way of teaching Americans geography." - Rolf Potts Rolf Potts is the author of Vagabonding (hear the audio book sample here), one of my favorite books of all-time. It was one of just two books (the other was Walden) that I carried with me around the world from 2004-2005. Those adventures led directly to The 4-Hour Workweek. In this often hilarious conversation, Rolf and I dig deep into travel tactics, creating time wealth, "managing success," and much more. It's a fun romp through every imaginable topic, from business to poetry, and from Wall Street to psychedelics. Show notes, including all links and resources: www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast

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