Episode
#199 - The Secret to Being Great
39:49
Published: Mon Jul 12 2021
Description
In this special episode Sam (@TheSamParr) and Shaan (@ShaanVP) talk about recent content they've consumed. They break down Naval's tweetstorm on How to Get Rich Without Getting Lucky and discuss their appreciation for greatness. There is a unique example at the end of the episode. --------- * Want to be featured in a future episode? Drop your question/comment/criticism/love here: https://www.mfmpod.com/p/hotline/ * Support the pod by spreading the word, become a referrer here: https://refer.fm/million * Have you joined our private Facebook group yet? Go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/ourfirstmillion and join thousands of other entrepreneurs and founders scheming up ideas. --------- Show notes: * (1:07) 1. How to Take Over the World (Podcast) * (9:17) 2. The Almanac of Naval Ravikant (book) * (17:59) Sam's friend and their big bet on Bitcoin * (20:32) On greatness * (27:19) 3. Nonviolent Communication (book) * (29:26) 4. The Courage to be Disliked (book) * (30:05) 5. Sam Altman’s Manifest Destiny (article) * (34:23) An example of greatness (NSFW)
Chapters
The podcast discusses the length of biographies of great people like Napoleon and Julius Caesar, with some books being over 800 to 1000 pages long and 40 to 50 hours of audio content on Audible.
00:00 - 02:47 (02:47)
Summary
The podcast discusses the length of biographies of great people like Napoleon and Julius Caesar, with some books being over 800 to 1000 pages long and 40 to 50 hours of audio content on Audible.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
The work ethic of the wealthy can be described as physically hungry and enjoying their work like it's a play.
02:47 - 09:34 (06:46)
Summary
The work ethic of the wealthy can be described as physically hungry and enjoying their work like it's a play. They are not forcing themselves to do something and can't wait to keep doing it.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
Ben Thompson shares advice on how to become wealthy, including the importance of specific knowledge, owning a piece of a business, and not renting out your time as an employee.
09:34 - 19:13 (09:39)
Summary
Ben Thompson shares advice on how to become wealthy, including the importance of specific knowledge, owning a piece of a business, and not renting out your time as an employee.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
Former ad agency employee switches careers to become a rapper after writing a song for Doritos.
19:14 - 23:52 (04:38)
Summary
Former ad agency employee switches careers to become a rapper after writing a song for Doritos. He takes on significant debt to pursue his passion and saves only $10,000 to $20,000 for living expenses.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
The speakers discuss the rare privilege of witnessing people achieving great things, citing examples in fields such as finance and sports, which many people only hear about in rumors or movies.
23:52 - 28:27 (04:35)
Summary
The speakers discuss the rare privilege of witnessing people achieving great things, citing examples in fields such as finance and sports, which many people only hear about in rumors or movies. They acknowledge that most people do not possess the necessary qualities to accomplish such success.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
The speaker talks about the benefits of speaking clearly and using crystal clear language to improve communication with others.
28:27 - 30:46 (02:18)
Summary
The speaker talks about the benefits of speaking clearly and using crystal clear language to improve communication with others.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
Paul Graham reflects on the philosophy of life and how startup investments can make a difference.
30:46 - 35:47 (05:01)
Summary
Paul Graham reflects on the philosophy of life and how startup investments can make a difference.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
Her brother looking at me like, hey, fuck her bro.
35:47 - 37:46 (01:58)
Summary
Her brother looking at me like, hey, fuck her bro.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
This text seems to be a collection of random and unrelated phrases, including references to exposed testicles, Ramadan, autobahn, shamanism, Diddy, and Ottomans.
37:46 - 39:25 (01:39)
Summary
This text seems to be a collection of random and unrelated phrases, including references to exposed testicles, Ramadan, autobahn, shamanism, Diddy, and Ottomans.
Episode#199 - The Secret to Being Great
PodcastMy First Million
Little Dickie drops some bars on Sway in the Morning Show, boasting about his success and experiences, and promising to continue surprising his fans with his upcoming album.
39:25 - 40:20 (00:55)
Summary
Little Dickie drops some bars on Sway in the Morning Show, boasting about his success and experiences, and promising to continue surprising his fans with his upcoming album.