Episode
713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
1:38:52
Published: Wed Oct 31 2018
Description
THE KEY TO LIFE IS RELATIONSHIPS. Life’s an enrollment game. You’re either signing people up or pushing them away. The more you can learn about how the human mind works, the more you can be aware of how your actions influence others. It’s so much more than just the words that you speak. The energy that you bring into a room and the attitude you have towards life has a huge effect on the people around you. That’s why I’m so excited to share this conversation I had with an expert on human nature and the art of seduction: Robert Greene. Robert Greene is an American author and speaker known for his books on strategy, power, and seduction. He has written five international bestsellers: The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, and The 50th Law and Mastery. Robert says that you have to understand human nature in order to get people to follow you. He argues that how you interact with others determines how far you will get in life. Are you enrolling people in your vision? Or are you showing up in a way that doesn’t make people want to say yes to you? Learn how to take responsibility for the energy you put out into the world and harness the power of body language on Episode 713. Some Questions I Ask: What is your biggest insecurity? (11:38) Is there value in detaching from our emotions? (12:51) How do we understand the strength of someone’s character? (20:28) How do we break harmful patterns? (24:10) What are ways we sabotage ourselves? (28:17) What does it mean to “infect people with the proper mood”? (45:36) How do you make people want to follow you? (1:16:33) In This Episode You Will Learn: How self-doubt can actually help you (13:42) The most important thing to think about when hiring someone (21:06) What it means to have strength of character (22:11) How the Pygmalion Effect can help you succeed (31:51) How to become a Master Persuader (36:13) The key to becoming a better listener (37:14) The importance of body language (43:35) What makes someone a successful seducer (48:57) The number one need that humans have (56:17) How to find your passion (1:15:05)
Chapters
Robert Green highlights the significance of relationships with others and oneself in achieving success and accomplishing goals in life.
00:00 - 03:59 (03:59)
Summary
Robert Green highlights the significance of relationships with others and oneself in achieving success and accomplishing goals in life.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Robert Greene shares his insight into how misconceptions about the audience's knowledge can hinder writers and experts from conveying their message effectively.
03:59 - 07:24 (03:25)
Summary
Robert Greene shares his insight into how misconceptions about the audience's knowledge can hinder writers and experts from conveying their message effectively. He also discusses his latest book, Laws of Human Nature, which draws from his extensive research and consulting experience.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The podcast discusses the role of insecurity in producing high-quality creative work, weighing the benefits of using it as a motivator against the pitfalls of self-doubt and the need for external validation.
07:24 - 10:38 (03:14)
Summary
The podcast discusses the role of insecurity in producing high-quality creative work, weighing the benefits of using it as a motivator against the pitfalls of self-doubt and the need for external validation.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker expresses his battle with depression and how writing a book helped him feel proud and accomplished despite his physical problems, and plans to take a different approach to gather information for his next book.
10:38 - 13:32 (02:54)
Summary
The speaker expresses his battle with depression and how writing a book helped him feel proud and accomplished despite his physical problems, and plans to take a different approach to gather information for his next book.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Employers should prioritize adaptable and socially intelligent candidates over those with strong resumes alone, as these qualities demonstrate an inner strength and core that can lead to success in a variety of situations.
13:32 - 19:24 (05:52)
Summary
Employers should prioritize adaptable and socially intelligent candidates over those with strong resumes alone, as these qualities demonstrate an inner strength and core that can lead to success in a variety of situations. Empathy and a knack for working well with others are also important factors to consider when assessing someone's character.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Understanding and accepting patterns from your past experiences can empower individuals to leverage past struggles to create a path towards success.
19:24 - 23:29 (04:05)
Summary
Understanding and accepting patterns from your past experiences can empower individuals to leverage past struggles to create a path towards success. For example, drawing from personal hardships can strengthen performing abilities and amplify your presence.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The attitude we have towards our experiences can impact our success in business and life, as well as the types of people we attract into our lives.
23:29 - 27:25 (03:55)
Summary
The attitude we have towards our experiences can impact our success in business and life, as well as the types of people we attract into our lives.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Life is an enrollment game and we can either enroll people in our vision or unenroll them by how we show up.
27:25 - 32:23 (04:58)
Summary
Life is an enrollment game and we can either enroll people in our vision or unenroll them by how we show up. People read our energy, language, and self-worth, and either say yes or no to us and our dreams.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to being a better listener is to shift your focus away from yourself and onto the person speaking.
32:23 - 36:12 (03:49)
Summary
The key to being a better listener is to shift your focus away from yourself and onto the person speaking. Try to empathize with their experiences and motivations and approach them as if they were a character in a movie.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A conversation should be kept open and flowing, making sure to learn little things about people that you did not know before.
36:12 - 40:47 (04:35)
Summary
A conversation should be kept open and flowing, making sure to learn little things about people that you did not know before. Asking people about what they are most excited about right now can be better conversation starters than asking about their jobs or work.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Positive energy can be contagious and has the ability to uplift and change a person's mood.
40:47 - 45:43 (04:56)
Summary
Positive energy can be contagious and has the ability to uplift and change a person's mood. Our ancestors relied on reading each other's moods before language was invented.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to influencing people is to avoid judging them and instead think of them in the best possible light.
45:43 - 48:52 (03:09)
Summary
The key to influencing people is to avoid judging them and instead think of them in the best possible light. Focusing on people's negative traits will only make them more defensive and less likely to listen to you.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Validating someone's good qualities can bring down their defenses, making them more susceptible to persuasion and influence.
48:52 - 54:41 (05:49)
Summary
Validating someone's good qualities can bring down their defenses, making them more susceptible to persuasion and influence. Conversely, challenging someone's self-opinion can cause defensiveness and a closed-off attitude.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
This podcast episode explores why approaching people by complimenting and flattering them isn't always the best tactic.
54:41 - 58:01 (03:20)
Summary
This podcast episode explores why approaching people by complimenting and flattering them isn't always the best tactic. Using examples such as politicians and rebellious teenagers, it explains why it's important to understand people's motivations and approach them in a way that speaks to what really matters to them.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
An individual shares a personal experience of reflecting on their self-awareness and emotional growth after a violent incident during a basketball game.
58:01 - 1:02:12 (04:10)
Summary
An individual shares a personal experience of reflecting on their self-awareness and emotional growth after a violent incident during a basketball game.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The host discusses the concept of a "stranger inside you," which can activate under certain circumstances and cause individuals to act in unexpected ways.
1:02:12 - 1:04:50 (02:38)
Summary
The host discusses the concept of a "stranger inside you," which can activate under certain circumstances and cause individuals to act in unexpected ways. He explores the idea in relation to his own experience in a fight and his belief that achieving certain goals doesn't necessarily equate to feeling better.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Having a clear vision is one of the most powerful things to have and by using your own uniqueness you can create something interesting and great.
1:04:50 - 1:10:18 (05:28)
Summary
Having a clear vision is one of the most powerful things to have and by using your own uniqueness you can create something interesting and great.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to making people want to follow you and buy into your business, product, or service is to avoid forcing yourself down their throats and instead create a genuine desire for them to join your cause.
1:10:18 - 1:14:56 (04:38)
Summary
The key to making people want to follow you and buy into your business, product, or service is to avoid forcing yourself down their throats and instead create a genuine desire for them to join your cause.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast episode, the importance of recognizing and understanding one's shadow side is discussed.
1:14:56 - 1:19:06 (04:10)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the importance of recognizing and understanding one's shadow side is discussed. The hosts provide examples of how the shadow side can manifest in different areas of life and how becoming aware of it can lead to personal growth.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this transcript snippet, the speaker admits to having a secret side that is not known to most people.
1:19:06 - 1:22:02 (02:56)
Summary
In this transcript snippet, the speaker admits to having a secret side that is not known to most people. They reveal a hidden vulnerability and an unexpected trait of being manipulative.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The author of "The 48 Laws of Power," Robert Greene, shares the story behind how the book came to be written and why it was so different from other books at the time.
1:22:02 - 1:25:56 (03:54)
Summary
The author of "The 48 Laws of Power," Robert Greene, shares the story behind how the book came to be written and why it was so different from other books at the time.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Embracing one's uniqueness and overcoming fear can lead to achieving success.
1:25:56 - 1:32:02 (06:06)
Summary
Embracing one's uniqueness and overcoming fear can lead to achieving success. Writing down the three things you know to be true about life can also help in the process.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker defines greatness as going beyond what one has already created and pushing past one's limits to expand further.
1:32:02 - 1:35:55 (03:53)
Summary
The speaker defines greatness as going beyond what one has already created and pushing past one's limits to expand further. The speaker acknowledges Robert Greene for creating books that transform lives by exploring the laws of human nature.
Episode713 Master the Laws of Human Nature with Robert Greene
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Dr. John Demartini shares insights on understanding human nature, building better quality relationships, and removing toxic people from your life in order to improve the overall quality of your life.
1:35:55 - 1:38:28 (02:33)
Summary
Dr. John Demartini shares insights on understanding human nature, building better quality relationships, and removing toxic people from your life in order to improve the overall quality of your life.