The Art of Manliness

#359: Tribe of Mentors: Short Life Advice from the Best of the Best

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Nov 28, 2017
Joining the discussion is Tim Ferriss, a renowned author and the host of his own podcast, celebrated for his expertise in self-improvement and entrepreneurship. Tim shares gems from his book, gathering life advice from top achievers. Discover tips on how to confidently say no without guilt, the must-read books that successful people gift, and strategies to overcome overwhelm when life gets tough. His insights into maintaining boundaries and personal quirks of successful figures make for an engaging and enlightening conversation.
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ADVICE

Master Saying No Tactfully

  • Cultivate selective ignorance and say no firmly to protect your time.
  • Use clear and polite refusals, making "no" a policy when overwhelmed.
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Avoid Low-Commitment Yeses

  • Avoid committing to things far in advance by imagining if the event was this Tuesday.
  • Reject invitations that score below eight out of ten to prevent time waste.
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Books Most Gifted by Winners

  • Ask what books successful people gift most to find broadly applicable wisdom.
  • The most gifted books reveal practical, influential ideas shared repeatedly with others.
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