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My First Million

#224 - How Tracking Every Second of His Life Took Rob Dyrdek from 0 to $405M in Exits

Oct 5, 2021
Rob Dyrdek, founder and CEO of Dyrdek Machine and former professional skateboarder, shares his journey from the skate park to venture capitalism. He highlights the art of time tracking with custom scripts that aid in optimizing life and business. Rob reveals why he feels lucky to have avoided TikTok in his youth and discusses the invaluable lessons learned from managing finances. He also dives into the cultural impact of his show Ridiculousness and his passion for creating a new 'Drake equation' for business success.
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  • Rob Dyrdek emphasizes human optimization and structured business building.
  • Founder-market fit is crucial for venture success according to Dyrdek.

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Rob Dyrdek's Evolution and Mindset

Rob Dyrdek discusses his transformative journey from high-energy stunts and TV fame to intentional human optimization and happiness. He emphasizes clarity, intention, and purpose, reflecting on how his focus has shifted towards a balanced and fulfilling life at present.

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