Today, we have Polina Marinova Pompliano on the show to discuss her latest book: Hidden Genius: The Secret Ways of Thinking That Power the World’s Most Successful People

Polina is the founder of The Profile, a media organization that studies successful people and companies. Previously, she spent five years at FORTUNE where she covered technology and venture capital.

This conversation isn’t your typical book about celebrities and geniuses. It doesn’t purport to idolize any single individual, because, as we talk about in this episode, if you idolize someone, you have to accept everything about them, the warts and all.

Instead, what we talk about and the books share are attributes, behaviors and skillsets possessed by these high performing individuals that we can take for ourselves and make our own.

Whether it’s the Mamba Mentality of Kobe mixed with the Pain tolerance of Amelia Boone and David Goggins. We can take the best skills, attributes and mindsets from some of the greatest athletes, creators and thinkers and make them our own.

This was one of the most fun conversations I’ve had and I hope you enjoy.

Timestamps:

[06:24] Inspiration Without Idolization: How to gain inspiration from successful people without putting them on a pedestal.

[18:38] Creativity in the Kitchen: A conversation about creativity in storytelling, featuring stories from renowned chef Grant Achatz.

[13:02] Facing Resistance: Dealing with pushback from close friends and family when you’re trying to grow.

[26:50] Finding Your Creative Path: Tips on connecting, observing, and learning from greatness to fuel your creativity.

[40:53] Embracing Challenges: Why tackling challenges helps you prepare for important moments in life.

[50:04] Becoming Your Character: The importance of fully embodying the characters you portray in storytelling.

[53:53] The Power of Conflict: Polina analyzes Aaron Sorkin’s approach to storytelling, focusing on conflict and character motivation.

[01:02:55] Fluid Conversations: How to improve your conversational skills over time.

[01:19:41] Social Media Detox: The benefits of stepping back from social media to focus on your own thoughts.

[01:30:06] Defining Your Identity: Why it’s important to build your identity beyond outside influences and expectations.

Connect with Polina Pompliano:

Website – https://theprofile.substack.com

Twitter – https://x.com/polina_marinova

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/polinamarinova/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/polinampompliano/

Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@PolinaMarinovaPompliano

Book by Polina Pompliano:

Hidden Genius: The Secret Ways of Thinking that Power the World's Most Successful People
by Polina Pompliano

In today's episode, I talk about the art of aligning your actions with your true desires to achieve success and fulfillment.

Learn about the importance of knowing what you want, understanding what it takes, and doing the work consistently. This episode provides practical examples and highlights common pitfalls like blaming, complaining, and getting angry when expectations aren't met.

Tune in to discover how reconciliation isn't about giving up, but about living with purpose and ensuring your actions truly reflect your goals.

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Today, we have JL Collins on the podcast, a best-selling author and Financial Independence blogger.

JL’s first book, The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life, was published in 2016 and has become something of a bible for people in the financial independence movement.

He joined me today to discuss his new book: Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence.

We talk about financial independence theoretically, but more, we talk about stories of JL’s readers who’ve written to him or called him to tell him their story.

People who’ve shared how his lessons on financial independence have changed their lives and from that, my friends, I hope there are lessons that can change your lives

Timestamps:

[08:46] The Post-College Adventure: JL discusses his decision to travel through Europe after starting a career and how it shaped his financial goals.

[11:37] The Power of a High Savings Rate: The importance of maintaining a high savings rate for achieving financial independence.

[18:59] Financial Independence, Happiness, and Life Purpose: JL explores deeper philosophical questions about the relationship between happiness, purpose, and financial independence.

[21:43] Early Financial Discipline: How early financial discipline translates to long-term financial security.

[27:44] The Rare Advocacy for Financial Independence: Why the pursuit of financial independence remains rare in a society dominated by consumerism.

[39:20] Debt Repayment Strategy: The pros and cons of paying off small debts versus focusing on high-interest debt first.

[57:49] Living Differently: The benefits of living a non-conventional lifestyle to achieve financial independence.

[01:06:24] The Magic of Compounding: The power of compounding and how it can turn small initial investments into substantial wealth.

Connect with JL Collins:

Website – https://jlcollinsnh.com/

Twitter – https://x.com/jlcollinsnh

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553123045028

Books by JL Collins:

Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence―And How to Join Them

The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life

In today's episode, we're flipping conventional wisdom on its head by diving deep into the surprising philosophy of using laziness as a superpower.

Join me as I talk about how this counterintuitive approach has helped me achieve remarkable milestones: becoming a CFO, completing an Ironman and an ultra marathon, running every day for a year and a half, and building a multimillion-dollar portfolio, all while maintaining a rich personal life.

I'll break down the key pillars of "lazy efficiency." We'll explore how saying "no" strategically can open up your calendar for what truly matters, why automation and delegation are your best friends, and how to transform wasted spaces into productive opportunities.

Whether you're looking to optimize your professional or personal life, this episode promises to change how you view and leverage your own laziness for a more efficient and fulfilling life.

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Today, we have Brian Preston on the podcast. Brian Preston, (CPA, CFP®, PFS) is the author of Millionaire Mission and Founder & Host of The Money Guy Show.

Brian lays out a nine-step system for building wealth with the money you already have in his new book: Millionaire Mission.

We cover the five levels of wealth, financial order of operations, and the mindset needed for wealth building. Brian also discusses the importance of balancing savings and enjoying life, understanding the difference between being rich and being wealthy, and the impact of savings and investing on one's financial journey.

I really enjoyed this conversation with Brian, and I hope you do too.

Timestamps:

[1:56} The Influence of Mr. Morrow: The Morrow moment, a pivotal event that changed Brian’s financial journey.

[4:14] “Army of Dollars”: the idea of an "army of dollars" working for you while you sleep.

[9:07] Financial Order of Operations: A step-by-step guide for managing money.

[13:12] Cash and Retirement Accounts: Important of having emergency reserves and having retirement accounts.

[16:37] Being Rich vs. Wealthy: Brian explains the difference between being rich and being wealthy.

[33:45] Teaching Children About Money: Brian shares his approach to teaching his daughter about money and savings.

[52:37} Financial Independence: Brian shares his journey to financial independence, starting with small investments in his 20s.

[56:59] The Five Levels of Wealth: Stability, strategy, security, freedom, and abundance.

[1:02:49] Maintaining Financial Discipline: Brian emphasizes the need for regular measurements and success indicators.

Connect with Brian Preston

Website – https://moneyguy.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/moneyguyshow/

Twitter – https://x.com/moneyguyshow

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/moneyguy/

TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@moneyguyshow

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@MoneyGuyShow

Book by Brian Preston:

Millionaire Mission: A 9-Step System to Level Up Your Finances and Build Wealth

In today's episode, we dive into a popular entrepreneurial concept: "burning the boats." I talk about the historical roots of this idea, drawing inspiration from the story of Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes.

But is this approach really for everyone? I also introduce the "Spider Man approach," advocating for a more cautious and strategic way to pursue new ventures while still working a 9 to 5 job.

Join me while I discus the risks, rewards, and personal considerations of both approaches, guiding you on your journey to financial freedom and success. Whether you're considering burning the boats or swinging like Spider Man, this episode offers valuable insights to help you make the best decision for your future.

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Today, we have Ross Simmonds on the podcast. Ross is an entrepreneur and marketing strategist, and is the founder of Foundation Marketing, a B2B content marketing agency that combines data and creativity to support successful and ambitious software brands in the worlds. Foundations has worked with brands like Canva, Jobber, Enboarder and more.

Ross joined us today to discuss his book, Create Once, Distribute Forever: How Great Creators Spread Their Ideas and How You Can Too.

In this episode, Ross emphasizes the importance of intentional and supportive relationships, with a focus on resilience, community engagement, and effective content distribution across multiple platforms.

Ross shares insights on repurposing content, leveraging social media metrics, and the significance of building genuine connections to attract success. We explore the challenges of creating content, managing backlash on social media, and practical advice for dealing with criticism.

Tune in for strategies to level up your social media game.


[07:07] Leverage Twitter: Leveraging Twitter for virality requires strategic content.

[14:49] Content Creation: Create valuable content to capture potential leads.

[21:10] Repurposing Content: Repurpose content for multiple platforms to maximize reach.

[40:18] Email Lists: Build email list for direct, effective communication.

[54:44] Empower Others: Celebrating others leads to increased engagement. Empower and uplift through recognition and support.

[59:39] The 4 E’s: Use 4 E's to steal an audience.

[01:06:14] Sharing work: embrace feedback and learn. Fear communities.

Connect with Ross Simmonds

Website – https://rosssimmonds.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thecoolestcool/

Twitter – https://x.com/thecoolestcool

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosssimmonds/

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@RossSimmondsTV

Create Once, Distribute Forever: How Great Creators Spread Their Ideas and How You Can Too

Book by Ross Simmonds

In today's episode, we dive into a topic we all face at some point - hitting the wall.

I share my personal experiences and offer valuable insights on how to bounce back from burnout and avoid hitting the wall in the first place. From setting boundaries to self-care techniques, I provide practical advice to help you recharge and excel.

Join me as we explore the importance of awareness, prioritization, and the 3 d's - defer, delete, delegate. Plus, learn six simple steps to bounce back, including reconnecting with hobbies, getting ample rest, and practicing mindfulness.

Tune in and get ready to tackle burnout and achieve more in your life.

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