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Summary
Ego is a word often-used in the negative context. But whether that part of the human element brings positive or negative results is dependent upon whether we control it … or it controls us. We’ll discuss that in our Thought of the Day. And later in today’s interview, we’ll talk with Ryan Holiday, who wrote a brilliant book entitled Ego is the Enemy. What exactly does he mean by that, and how can we utilize that wisdom for our success and happiness? That and more on today’s show.
Bob’s Thought of the Day
We’ll explore:
- The benefits of controlling your own ego.
- Why an uncontrolled or misdirected ego is the cause of most of our individual and societal problems.
- How you can have great success in your relationships and benefit others by being aware of both your own ego, as well as theirs.
- The importance of understanding that the other person’s ego is driving their thoughts, words, and actions.
Interview with Ryan Holiday
You’ll discover:
- How and why Stoic philosophy plays a part in his new book.
- The distinction between ego and confidence.
- Examples of leaders whose strengths became weaknesses, including Dov Charney and Steve Jobs.
- How humility can be a path to greatness.
- Ryan’s “canvas” strategy and how it can make you indispensable in your organization.
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Interview Links
- RyanHoliday.net
- EGO is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday
- The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday
- Trust Me, I’m Lying by Ryan Holiday
- Growth Hacker Marketing by Ryan Holiday
Resources
Listen to The Go-Giver Podcast on iTunes
About the Book
The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. Joe learns that shifting his focus from getting to giving — constantly and consistently creating value for others — leads to exceptional returns.
Rapidly going from national bestseller to global phenomenon, The Go-Giver has gained a devoted following with over a million copies sold. It’s utilized as a resource in major corporations to small businesses, in schools and churches, in book clubs, and more. Nearly a decade since its original publication, this timeless story continues to help its readers find fulfillment and greater success in business, in their personal lives and in their communities.