In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark unpack one of the most direct and actionable productivity books out there: Do It Today by Darius Foroux.

Are you constantly planning but rarely executing? Distracted from your goals by a never-ending feed of notifications and interruptions? Then this episode is your wake-up call. Foroux doesn’t preach hustle culture or productivity for productivity’s sake. Instead, he lays down a blueprint for doing the work that matters — starting today.

Youtube: https://youtu.be/6Xy7anO7hgE

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• Why execution beats perfection
• In the clip “Be an Executor” (2m58), Darius drives home the most important message of the book: success belongs to those who act. It’s not about being the smartest or the most prepared — it’s about starting now.
• How to eliminate distractions
• In “Dealing with Distractions” (1m16), Foroux gets real about what’s getting in the way of our work: our phones, emails, and even our endless to-do lists. He shares ways to take back your attention so you can focus on deep, meaningful work.
• The lie of motivation
• Motivation is unreliable. It comes and goes. Darius shows us that the key to lasting productivity is building systems and habits that keep you moving forward even when you’re not “in the mood.”
• Why time is your most valuable asset
• With powerful reminders that time is non-renewable, Foroux challenges us to stop waiting for the perfect time — and start doing the work today.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

• Clip 1: Be an Executor – Why taking action now is the only productivity hack you need.
• Clip 2: Dealing with Distractions – How to win back your time and attention.
• Clip 3: (Reinforcement) Be an Executor – A second listen to embed the book’s most urgent idea.
• Clip 4: (Reinforcement) Dealing with Distractions – Because the battle against distraction is ongoing.

📘 Dive Deeper

Want a quick read before (or after) the episode? Check out this book summary:

👉 Do It Today – Summary by Apollo Advisor

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Given the Big news today about the partnership between Sam and Johnny Ive we thought we would share this recent episode.

In this episode of the Moonshots Podcast, hosts Mike and Mark dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence, focusing on Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. The discussion features insights from various interviews and talks, including Bill Gates' interview with Sam Altman on the transformative power of ChatGPT and Sam's conversations with Lex Friedman and Craig Cannon. Listeners will also explore key lessons from Sam's time at Y Combinator, providing valuable guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Episode Description:
In this compelling episode, Mike and Mark explore the groundbreaking work of Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and his vision for artificial intelligence. The episode features highlights from Bill Gates' interview with Sam Altman on the power of ChatGPT, revealing the potential and impact of this AI application. They also delve into Sam's discussion with Lex Friedman about AGI and the importance of staying true to one's values amidst competition, particularly with tech giants like Google. Additionally, the hosts share three essential lessons from Sam's Y Combinator classes on how to start a successful startup. The episode concludes with insights from Sam's talk with Craig Cannon on the importance of focus and the pitfalls of the deferred life plan. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in AI, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology.

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Expanded Key Concepts and Insights:
The Power of ChatGPT: Explore how ChatGPT is revolutionizing the AI landscape, as discussed in Bill Gates' interview with Sam Altman.
Navigating AGI and Competition: Understand the challenges and strategies of competing in the AI industry, especially against giants like Google, as Sam's conversation with Lex Friedman shared.
Starting a Startup: Learn three critical lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs from Sam Altman's Y Combinator teachings.
Focus and Ambition: Gain insights on the importance of focus and structuring ambitions effectively, avoiding the pitfalls of the deferred life plan, as discussed in Sam's talk with Craig Cannon.
About Sam Altman:
Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence research lab. Before joining OpenAI, Sam was the president of Y Combinator, where he played a pivotal role in nurturing numerous successful startups. His work at OpenAI focuses on advancing artificial intelligence to benefit humanity, ensuring that AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) aligns with human values.

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The Moonshots Podcast, hosted by Mike and Mark, delves into the minds of innovators and visionaries who are making significant strides in various fields. Each episode offers deep insights into the strategies, mindsets, and tools these trailblazers use to achieve extraordinary success. The podcast aims to inspire and equip listeners with actionable insights to pursue their moonshot ideas.

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INTRO Mike and Mark kick off the episode with a discussion on why Austin Kleon wrote "Keep Going," featuring insights from Kleon himself and Debbie Millman. They explore the reality that creativity may not get easier over time but is a continuous journey of learning and adaptation.

Clip 1 Guest Kevin Yee breaks down the concept of healthy creative goals versus result-based goals, emphasizing the importance of sustainable creative practices that nurture long-term growth.

Clip 2 Kevin Yee shares another critical insight from Kleon's book, focusing on the significance of habits and routines in maintaining creative momentum and staying present in the creative process.

OUTRO The episode concludes with Austin Kleon's reflections on the value of boredom in fostering creativity, highlighted in a conversation with Debbie Millman. They discuss how prioritizing reflection can lead to deeper insights and new creative breakthroughs.

About "Keep Going" by Austin Kleon, "Keep Going" encourages readers to develop a sustainable creative practice that thrives amidst challenges. Kleon advocates for routines, embracing constraints, seeking inspiration from diverse sources, sharing work openly, staying playful, and persisting through setbacks as essential strategies for continuous creative growth.

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