Episode
#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
1:06:51
Published: Wed Apr 27 2016
Description
In this episode, we don't have any special guests, unless you count the multiple personalities in my own head. We are not talking to Arnold Schwarzenegger, black-market chemists, Josh Waitzkin, Jamie Foxx or anyone else per our regular interviews. Today, I'll be responding to questions you upvoted on Reddit. This episode includes gems like: My favorite books Learning to take better notes How I develop skills Things that I'm excited about in the next 3-5 years Plus much more... Enjoy! Show notes and links for this episode can be found at www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast. This podcast is brought to you by Wealthfront. Wealthfront is a massively disruptive (in a good way) set-it-and-forget-it investing service, led by technologists from places like Apple. It has exploded in popularity in the last two years and now has more than $2.5B under management. Why? Because you can get services previously limited to the ultra-wealthy and only pay pennies on the dollar for them, and it’s all through smarter software instead of retail locations and bloated sales teams. Check out wealthfront.com/tim, take their risk assessment quiz, which only takes 2-5 minutes, and they’ll show you—for free–exactly the portfolio they’d put you in. If you want to just take their advice and do it yourself, you can. Well worth a few minutes to explore: wealthfront.com/tim. This podcast is also brought to you by Audible. I have used Audible for years and I love audio books. I have two to recommend: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman Vagabonding by Rolf Potts All you need to do to get your free 30-day Audible trial is go to Audible.com/Tim. Choose one of the above books, or choose between more than 180,000 audio programs. That could be a book, a newspaper, a magazine, or even a class. It's that easy. Go to Audible.com/Tim and get started today. ***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? Visit tim.blog/sponsor and fill out the form.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, the host discusses his ability to run at high altitudes and being a cybernetic organism with guests Tim, Paris, and Joe.
00:00 - 00:57 (00:57)
Summary
In this episode, the host discusses his ability to run at high altitudes and being a cybernetic organism with guests Tim, Paris, and Joe. The episode is sponsored by Five Bullet Friday, an email newsletter featuring the coolest things the host discovered that week.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
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Tim Ferriss answers questions submitted by his audience and offers a special offer from Athletic Greens, which includes a free vitamin D supplement and travel packs with the first subscription purchase.
00:57 - 08:28 (07:31)
Summary
Tim Ferriss answers questions submitted by his audience and offers a special offer from Athletic Greens, which includes a free vitamin D supplement and travel packs with the first subscription purchase.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast discusses how imprecise questions can create roadblocks in productivity and how to make doing the right things more effective.
08:28 - 13:41 (05:13)
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The podcast discusses how imprecise questions can create roadblocks in productivity and how to make doing the right things more effective. The episode also suggests organizing competition to achieve group goals.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The ability to ask good questions, think clearly, identify or find influential people in times of crisis, and build or find shelter are essential survival skills.
13:41 - 18:48 (05:07)
Summary
The ability to ask good questions, think clearly, identify or find influential people in times of crisis, and build or find shelter are essential survival skills. One useful resource for learning more about survival tactics is the Four Hour Chef book.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of sports in schools and his belief in using mindfulness practices, such as meditation and gratitude journaling.
18:48 - 27:55 (09:07)
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Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of sports in schools and his belief in using mindfulness practices, such as meditation and gratitude journaling. He also emphasizes the importance of vulnerability when sharing stories with others.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Exploring the possibility of every automotive company moving to alternative fuels or energy sources, this podcast discusses the implications it would have for businesses, society, and the economy as a whole.
27:55 - 31:51 (03:56)
Summary
Exploring the possibility of every automotive company moving to alternative fuels or energy sources, this podcast discusses the implications it would have for businesses, society, and the economy as a whole.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The book "Don't Shoot the Dog" by Karen Pryor teaches not only the most important skill of teaching your dog, but also how to negotiate with humans and improve your own well-being through positive constraints like taking care of a pet.
31:51 - 37:01 (05:10)
Summary
The book "Don't Shoot the Dog" by Karen Pryor teaches not only the most important skill of teaching your dog, but also how to negotiate with humans and improve your own well-being through positive constraints like taking care of a pet.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The host discusses the potential harm of punishing a dog after they have misbehaved, explaining that physical punishment can lead to negative consequences such as fear and aggression in the dog.
37:01 - 41:49 (04:48)
Summary
The host discusses the potential harm of punishing a dog after they have misbehaved, explaining that physical punishment can lead to negative consequences such as fear and aggression in the dog.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Communication and education are essential elements for success, along with finding and pursuing one's obsessions.
41:49 - 49:02 (07:13)
Summary
Communication and education are essential elements for success, along with finding and pursuing one's obsessions. Many successful individuals who did not attend college still carry with them a sense of insecurity.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Can starting the slow carb diet without a cheat day be more beneficial?
49:02 - 55:39 (06:37)
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Can starting the slow carb diet without a cheat day be more beneficial? How do cheat days or falling off the wagon affect the results?
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses his frustration with golfers elbow and the various tools he's using to address it, including the "Army Device" and Voodoo flossing.
55:39 - 1:01:43 (06:04)
Summary
The speaker discusses his frustration with golfers elbow and the various tools he's using to address it, including the "Army Device" and Voodoo flossing. He also talks about the importance of brutal honesty in building relationships, and references a CNN piece on how travel can improve one's confidence.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast host recommends "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamont as a therapeutic read for those struggling with entrepreneurship or creativity, and highlights the book's humor and relatability.
1:01:43 - 1:05:17 (03:34)
Summary
The podcast host recommends "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamont as a therapeutic read for those struggling with entrepreneurship or creativity, and highlights the book's humor and relatability.
Episode#155: On Zero-to-Hero Transformations
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
Learn how to subscribe to Four Hour Work Week Podcast by visiting their website and submitting your email.
1:05:17 - 1:06:47 (01:30)
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Learn how to subscribe to Four Hour Work Week Podcast by visiting their website and submitting your email. You will receive written transcripts of the latest podcasts and a weekly email with cool things the speaker has found or pondered over.