Episode
Conversion with Ric Elias
28:13
Published: Tue Dec 15 2020
Description
On January 15th 2009, Captain “Sully” Sullenberger, against all odds, landed his US Airways Airbus safely on the Hudson River. How would you have reacted to the sound of the engines shutting down in mid-flight and the captain announcing “brace for impact”? CEO and venture capitalist, Ric Elias, was on that flight. He shared how that near-death experience transformed his views on his business and his life. This is… A Bit of Optimism.YouTube: http://youtube.com/simonsinekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinekLinkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinekPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/officialsimonsinek/
Chapters
Venture capitalist, Rick Elias, shares his experience of being on the US Airways Airbus that landed on the Hudson River and how it transformed him.
00:00 - 01:18 (01:18)
Summary
Venture capitalist, Rick Elias, shares his experience of being on the US Airways Airbus that landed on the Hudson River and how it transformed him.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker shares his story of a near-death experience with no suffering and why it's important to prioritize and enjoy the moments in life.
01:19 - 06:29 (05:10)
Summary
The speaker shares his story of a near-death experience with no suffering and why it's important to prioritize and enjoy the moments in life.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The pressure of achieving success beyond what their parents have reached can be daunting for children of successful people.
06:29 - 11:15 (04:45)
Summary
The pressure of achieving success beyond what their parents have reached can be daunting for children of successful people. It is crucial to recognize the role of luck and be grateful for what one has, instead of constantly trying to outdo their parents' achievements.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker discusses the concepts of scarcity and abundance mindset in relation to ambition and success, particularly in an infinite game where there are no clearly defined rules or endpoints.
11:15 - 16:43 (05:27)
Summary
The speaker discusses the concepts of scarcity and abundance mindset in relation to ambition and success, particularly in an infinite game where there are no clearly defined rules or endpoints. It is important to associate oneself with people who are ambitious for something greater and not let a scarcity mindset hinder one's potential.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker suggests that guilt about past failures and mistakes can become a self-imposed barrier to productivity.
16:43 - 19:19 (02:36)
Summary
The speaker suggests that guilt about past failures and mistakes can become a self-imposed barrier to productivity. By letting go of this guilt, individuals can improve their ability to focus and work more efficiently.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The speaker reflects on the importance of expressing gratitude and cherishing experiences with loved ones, as well as acknowledging that not every relationship will result in falling in love.
19:19 - 23:09 (03:49)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the importance of expressing gratitude and cherishing experiences with loved ones, as well as acknowledging that not every relationship will result in falling in love.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
It's important to live a life full of love and not wait until our death beds to express it.
23:09 - 27:21 (04:11)
Summary
It's important to live a life full of love and not wait until our death beds to express it. The fear of death can make us question our morality but ultimately loving ourselves and others is what matters most.
EpisodeConversion with Ric Elias
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dimensionalizing experiences to bring people together and maximize the yield of one's time.
27:21 - 28:08 (00:46)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dimensionalizing experiences to bring people together and maximize the yield of one's time. He also stresses the need to create threefers or bring together three things to get added value.