Episode
#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
1:05:32
Published: Thu Jul 05 2018
Description
This particular episode of The Tim Ferriss Radio Hour explores success, a slippery and dangerous term if ever there was one. The particular guests selected for this episode represent not only achievement, but also appreciation and a well-rounded version of what I consider to be a successful human being.This episode features:CDBaby founder Derek Sivers on the importance of challenging your own definitions of success.Performance coach Tony Robbins on best lessons learned from working with legendary investors.Venture capitalist Chris Sacca on missed opportunities and the commonalities of successful people.Legendary investor Ray Dalio on the three things that make up a successful life.Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson on the best thing his parents taught him.I hope you enjoy this episode of The Tim Ferriss Radio Hour!This podcast is brought to you by 99designs, the world's largest marketplace of graphic designers. I have used them for years to create some amazing designs. When your business needs a logo, website design, business card, or anything you can imagine, check out 99designs.I used them to rapid prototype the cover for The Tao of Seneca, and I've also had them help with display advertising and illustrations. If you want a more personalized approach, I recommend their 1-on-1 service. You get original designs from designers around the world. The best part? You provide your feedback, and then you end up with a product that you're happy with or your money back. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade.******If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please fill out the form at tim.blog/sponsor.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Chapters
In this episode, Tim Ferris provides insights from successful individuals while discussing the habits and mindsets that enable people to achieve their goals.
00:00 - 23:49 (23:49)
Summary
In this episode, Tim Ferris provides insights from successful individuals while discussing the habits and mindsets that enable people to achieve their goals. Special guests include Derek Sivers, Tony Robbins, Chris Sucka, and Sir Richard Branson.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses the concept of risk management and the importance of being certain when making investments.
23:49 - 26:03 (02:14)
Summary
The speaker discusses the concept of risk management and the importance of being certain when making investments. He also mentions the story of a former astronaut who went to the moon and later faced adversity.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares a conversation with someone who decided to invest in nickels due to their worth being guaranteed by the US government at five cents, despite costing nine and a half cents to produce.
26:03 - 28:07 (02:04)
Summary
The speaker shares a conversation with someone who decided to invest in nickels due to their worth being guaranteed by the US government at five cents, despite costing nine and a half cents to produce.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares that regardless of one's investment preference, be it real estate, stocks or bonds, it is important to remember that winners anticipate while losers react.
28:07 - 32:25 (04:17)
Summary
The speaker shares that regardless of one's investment preference, be it real estate, stocks or bonds, it is important to remember that winners anticipate while losers react. He confidently affirms that any asset class that one invests in during their lifetime is going to be an excellent choice.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
In this podcast, Kevin Rose talks about meeting the Dropbox founders early on and thinking they would be crushed by Google Drive.
32:25 - 40:24 (07:59)
Summary
In this podcast, Kevin Rose talks about meeting the Dropbox founders early on and thinking they would be crushed by Google Drive. However, he also discusses how he takes calculated risks on inevitable successes despite the risk analysis.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker reflects on their past mistakes and how it serves as a better learning tool, rather than just seeking institutional approval.
40:25 - 49:42 (09:17)
Summary
The speaker reflects on their past mistakes and how it serves as a better learning tool, rather than just seeking institutional approval.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The reputation of a brand, company or person is all they have and it's important to negotiate fair deals that won't harm that reputation.
49:42 - 56:48 (07:05)
Summary
The reputation of a brand, company or person is all they have and it's important to negotiate fair deals that won't harm that reputation. It's also essential to weigh the potential risks and make decisions that align with personal values.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
A man shares his experience of developing a close bond with a person who had a positive impact on his life and who shared the same birthday.
56:48 - 1:01:38 (04:50)
Summary
A man shares his experience of developing a close bond with a person who had a positive impact on his life and who shared the same birthday. He reflects on the significant change in his life brought by adopting a new belief, habit, or behavior.
Episode#325: Lessons from Richard Branson, Tony Robbins, Ray Dalio, and Other Icons
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker talks about 99designs.com, a platform for design competitions for various creative works.
1:01:38 - 1:05:28 (03:50)
Summary
The speaker talks about 99designs.com, a platform for design competitions for various creative works. The website offers a wide range of design services, from book covers to logos, making it accessible for everyone.