BGTV: a podcast hosted by Ben Gothard: Recent Episodes
Ben Gothard
Our lives revolve around the 7 core disciplines of life (physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, financial, industrial, and relational).
Everything in our lives falls within one or more of these 7.
The goal is to make at least a little bit of improvement in each discipline every single day.
The purpose of this podcast is to document knowledge either through solo episodes with host Ben Gothard or interview-style discussions with thought leaders.
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Rebecca Liao is Co-Founder and CEO at Saga, a Web3 protocol for launching the next 1000 chains in the multiverse. The Saga platform allows developers to take a single tenant VM and automatically launch it on a dedicated blockchain, complete with fully provisioned validators and an optimally incentivized security structure.
She is also a Co-Founder & Advisor at Skuchain, a currency agnostic blockchain for global trade and a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer for 2019. In 2020, the World Trade Organization named Skuchain one of the top three blockchain companies in trade and supply chain finance. Under her leadership, Skuchain’s platform grew to $5 billion+ in annual volume.
She is currently Advisor to Sommelier Protocol, where she is designing their DAO to optimize for governance, platform growth & regulatory compliance. She is also a Fellow at the Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology.
She was a member of President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential campaign, advising on China, technology and Asia economic policy. She also served on Secretary Clinton’s foreign policy team for her 2016 presidential campaign, responsible for Asia trade and economic policy. Prior to Skuchain, Rebecca was Director of Business Development and Head of Asia at Globality, Inc., a Softbank-backed B2B unicorn for AI-powered procurement of professional services. She began her career as an international corporate attorney at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP and Fenwick & West LLP.
Rebecca is also a writer and China analyst. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Financial Times, Foreign Affairs, The Atlantic, Nikkei Asia, The National Interest, Bloomberg View, n+1, Democracy Journal, Georgetown Journal of International Affairs, Times Literary Supplement, Chinafile, The Diplomat, Huffington Post, Dissent Magazine, The New Inquiry, the LA Review of Books, The China Story Journal, Tea Leaf Nation, San Francisco Chronicle and San Francisco Classical Voice. She regularly comments on China for Politico, Deutsche Welle and Channel NewsAsia and has also appeared on HuffPost Live and SiriusXM Radio.
A graduate of Stanford University, where she studied Economics, and Harvard Law School, she serves on the Board of Advisors of the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) and is a Co-Chair of the Brookings Society. In the wake of rising anti-Asian hate, she co-founded, chairs and serves as an Executive Producer at The ACTION Project, a creative agency of Asian American Academy and Emmy Award-recognized creatives and leaders in entertainment, law, technology, business, education, and journalism leveraging our creative talent to shape the national narrative around our diverse community. She is also on the Board of Directors of Words Without Borders, Voices of Music and the Wagner Society of Northern California. She is also a member of the National Committee on US-China Relations.
Laura, a self-employed individual since a young age, pursued various career paths including real estate finance and studying psychology. She eventually became the Chief Operating Officer at Matrix Mortgage, where she focused on growing the business and implementing innovative solutions to address housing issues.
Laura and Ben discussed the importance of starting early and being self-sustaining in terms of career and income. They emphasized the value of exploring opportunities, monetizing skills, and having a side hustle, as well as the benefits of freelancing and incorporating a business.
Laura and Ben discussed the importance of managing time, setting clear goals, and consistently advertising one's work. They emphasized the need to prioritize tasks, stay motivated, and not worry about others' perceptions while working towards their goals.
Laura and Ben discussed the importance of time management and controlling impulses, particularly in relation to social media usage. They emphasized the need for follow-up and iteration in business strategies, while also highlighting the value of being genuine and organic in interactions.
Ben and Laura discussed the importance of identifying tasks that only they could do in their business and delegating the rest. They emphasized the need to focus on activities that energize them and to delegate tasks that they dislike or are not good at.
Laura and Ben discussed the importance of reflection and learning from past experiences. They also emphasized the need to work with one's natural rhythms and cycles, and to make smart financial decisions such as finding better paying work and investing in real estate.
Laura decided to get into the mortgage business at a young age because her parents were successful real estate agents and she saw the potential for making money in real estate. She started working at a real estate office and became involved in mortgage deals, gaining knowledge and experience in the industry.
Laura and Ben discuss the importance of managing expectations and not overpromising as a novice broker. They also emphasize the need to qualify leads effectively by seeking guidance from experienced individuals and trusting their instincts.
Laura and Ben discussed the importance of building deep connections with experts in their field and providing value to them. They emphasized the benefits of being open and giving with information, as well as the value of networking and exploring new career opportunities.
Laura and Ben had a conversation about the value of networking and building relationships in the startup world. They discussed how Laura's expertise in prop tech and her ability to connect startups with potential investors or partners made her a valuable resource.
Ben and Tracy discussed Tracy's career journey, including her experience in fashion design, starting her own brands, and her recent venture into digital fashion. Tracy shared her excitement about her company exiting stealth mode and her interest in collaborating with web3 influencers in the digital fashion space.
Tracy transitioned from knocking on doors to building a successful fashion brand by targeting independent boutiques and focusing on higher margins. She later recognized the advantages of digital fashion, such as environmental sustainability, limitless inventory, global talent sourcing, and avoiding logistical challenges, and emphasized the importance of embracing the digital renaissance to stay ahead in the industry.
Ben and Tracy discussed the advantages and potential drawbacks of the metaverse and Web3 technology. They acknowledged that while physical items cannot be worn or used in real life, the younger generation, who have grown up in digital worlds, will be the target market for these technologies and will drive the spending power in the metaverse.
Tracy discussed the use of AI in developing products and the merging of real-life and online worlds in the fashion industry. Ben mentioned the opportunity to crowdsource designs and attach royalties to NFTs, while Tracy emphasized the importance of choosing the right platforms and ensuring fair payment for designers.
Tracy and Ben discussed the importance of understanding player preferences in gaming and the future of metaverse fashion. They also mentioned the potential for more sophisticated avatars, increased interoperability, and the ability for businesses to sell NFTs on their own websites.
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I am an inventor, serial entrepreneur, CEO and Chairman, Senator at the Grand Assembly of the World Business Angel Investment Forum (an affiliated partner of the G20 and a leading global angel investment organization), strategic adviser, and speaker with 20+ years of strong technology, business and leadership experience. I am an affiliated member of the Royal Society of Medicine (UK), a member of the Forbes Business Council, and an official mentor at the Israeli Export Institute.
Passionate about healthcare digital transformation, I invented the world's first, awards-winning FDA-cleared wrist pulse oximetry monitor. To commercialize my invention, I founded Oxitone Medical and raised the first $1,000,000 seed investment in the middle of the 2008 economic crisis. I was leading the company as a CEO through product development and several investment rounds to the growth stage. The company, technology, and product received significant healthcare industry recognition resulting in a number of prominent rewards and Oxitone was included in the 2015 Global Digital Health100 companies.
I hold a Ph.D. in physics from the Weisman Institute of Science (Israel) and studied entrepreneurship at the Harvard Business School. I have a long list of successfully delivered products, more than 30 patents worldwide, and published over 20 scientific publications.
Combining my background in quantum physics with hands-on entrepreneurial experience and real-world business sense, I developed a winning QUANTUM BACKWARD THINKING business strategy that enables founders to create their OWN REALITY on demand with 100% predictive results.
As an official mentor at the Israel Export and International Cooperation Institute, I counsel early-stage startups and growth companies on the strategy of goal setting, optimal structuring, business models, board management, team building, business processes, R&D and product development, design thinking, regulation and other strategic issues, primarily in the artificial intelligence, digital health and medical device sectors.
Co-Founder of NGMI Lab & OG Minter of NEO Tokyo & deliverer of data driven reports on crypto projects + insights on #web3, #crypto, and #blockchain.
Did you know Koko was also an actor?
Did you also know that we discuss the 7T's of investment analysis near the end?
Loads of other alpha including the story of how NGMI got started, the shift from working with VCs to retail, and how retail can stop being dumb money.
You don't want to miss this one folks! Especially those Citizens putting together your #gaming and #metaverse watch lists for the upcoming bull run.
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Ben and familiarcow had a conversation about Thorchain and its purpose of securing native assets without a trusted authority. They discussed how Thorchain acts as a middleware layer, allowing for the swapping of assets between different chains without the need for wrapping or issuing IOUs.
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Familiarcow explained that ThorChain is an infrastructure that enables seamless cross-chain swaps between different cryptocurrencies. It uses an AMM similar to Uniswap, where native assets are kept native, and the network is secured by a decentralized set of validators and nodes.
- Familiarcow and Ben discussed the economic security model of Thorchain, where validators stake a significant amount of Rune to ensure the network's security. They also talked about the incentive pendulum, which balances rewards between nodes and liquidity providers based on the network's level of security and liquidity.
- Familiarcow discussed the main uses of Rune, emphasizing its importance in providing liquidity and security for the Thor Chain network. They also mentioned the efforts to integrate Thor Chain into various wallets, such as Trust Wallet and Ledger, to enable native swaps and increase adoption.
- Familiarcow discussed the process of building relationships with other projects in the blockchain space, emphasizing the importance of offering a useful product and being persistent. They also mentioned the significance of community support and the impact of securing big integrations to gain credibility and adoption.
- Familiarcow and Ben discussed the future of the industry, particularly the intersection of crypto and gaming. They acknowledged the importance of infrastructure and the potential for Web3 games, while also recognizing the value of crypto's sovereignty and the need for companies to create and provide value in the gaming space.
- The discussion revolved around the question of whether blockchain gaming should be centralized or decentralized. They explored the idea of starting with a centralized game and gradually incorporating decentralized elements, such as profit-sharing and asset ownership, to create a more inclusive and community-driven gaming experience.
- Ben and familiarcow discussed the importance of building a successful application before evolving it into a platform in the crypto space. They emphasized the need to prove product-market fit and gain users before focusing on building a marketplace or platform.
Ben and Sdc discussed their recent experiences and challenges in their respective projects within the web3 industry. They talked about team dynamics, accountability, and the opportunities that arise when constraints are lifted.
Ben and Sdc discussed the challenges of work-life balance and accountability in the web3 industry. They explored the differences in expectations and schedules between web2 and web3, and the need for open communication and mutual understanding between team members and management.
Ben and Sdc discussed the importance of focusing on one big thing in Web 3 and the need to team up with like-minded individuals to drive adoption and success. They also acknowledged the challenges of teaching and sharing knowledge in the Web 3 space, as well as the fear of financial loss and competition among individuals.
Ben and Sdc discussed the importance of collaboration and partnerships within the Web3 community during difficult times. They emphasized the need to work together, share resources, and create a supportive environment to help each other grow and succeed.
Ben and Sdc discussed the concept of gamifying the Web3 experience by incentivizing people to contribute to different projects through contract work and rewarding them with experience points (XP). They emphasized the importance of building relationships and alliances within the Web3 community to create a strong foundation for future growth and success in the industry.
Ben and Sdc had a fun conversation where they went off on a side tangent and didn't get to the agenda. Ben expressed gratitude for Sdc's presence and looked forward to future episodes.
WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️ and Ben had a conversation about WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️'s background and experience in the ordinals industry, as well as their interest in Bitcoin NFTs. They discussed how White got started in crypto, their trading strategies, and how they discovered Bitcoin NFTs.
WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️ spent hours researching and reaching out to people to start a project on inscriptions. He learned about ordinals, a protocol to assign value to Satoshi's, and started inscribing files onto the blockchain.
WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️ and Ben discussed the implementation of Ethereum-like features on the Bitcoin blockchain through the use of Ordinals. They explored the differences between Ethereum NFTs and Ordinals, highlighting the advantages of preserving digital art files on the Bitcoin blockchain for proof of ownership and longevity.
WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️ and Ben discussed the growth and advantages of different blockchain platforms for NFTs, highlighting the competition and options available to creators and communities. They also mentioned the development of the Extra Ordinals project and its upcoming drops, emphasizing the supportive and community-focused nature of the ordinal community.
WhiteCoco4U🧙🏽♂️ and Ben had a conversation about their passion for the cryptocurrency industry and their appreciation for the NEO Tokyo community. They discussed their desire to connect with like-minded individuals and explore opportunities in the web three space.
Ben and Martha had a conversation where Martha shared her experiences in financial services and her recent venture into creating her own metaverse. They discussed her role in helping brands navigate Web3 and her passion for education and bringing joy to people through innovative experiences.
Martha discussed her career journey, which involved taking risks, exploring different industries, and working globally.
In the conversation, Ben and Martha discussed the sentiment and challenges faced by bigger institutions like banks in adopting the metaverse. They also talked about the importance of starting with experiences, such as client experiences and gaming, to onboard these businesses into the metaverse, while also mentioning the significance of crypto and its relationship with the metaverse.
Martha and Ben discussed the intersection of crypto and NFTs, highlighting the growing interest in digital assets and the role of NFTs in investment and art collectibles. They also touched on the importance of digital identity, the rise of gaming as a social platform, and the need to bridge the gap between older generations and the digital world.
In the conversation, Ben and Martha discussed the growing interest of bigger institutions in digital assets and the importance of creating value for clients in the crypto space. They also explored the potential of blockchain technology in digital identity and the need for a seamless user experience while maintaining security.
Martha and Ben discussed the future of technology, including topics such as digital identity, the metaverse, and the convergence of technology and real life. They expressed excitement about the possibilities and emphasized the importance of ethical and inclusive development.
Knute and Ben discussed Knute's background in e-commerce, including how he and his wife started an e-commerce business, scaled it up, and eventually sold it. They also touched on topics such as dropshipping, branding, and the importance of customer experience.
Knute discovered crypto while running an e-commerce store in 2020 and became interested in it. He then joined Neo Tokyo and started his own project after being inspired by Becker and his involvement with Doge Pound.
Knute discussed his journey in the NFT market, including his initial demoralization, his desire to give back to the community, hiring a developer who scammed him, partnering with John Lemon, and the challenges they faced with the product's development and launch. They eventually realized the need to improve the user experience and align it with their original vision.
Knute and Ben discussed HodlPerks, a platform that connects brands, NFT creators, and NFT holders. They talked about the perks and partnerships offered to NFT holders, the importance of community engagement, and the key elements for long-term success in the NFT space.
Ben and Knute discussed the importance of having a cohesive culture and branding in order to create a successful NFT project. They also talked about the value of adding new perks and partnering with other communities to grow and engage members.
Aaron and Ben discussed Aaron's morning routine, which includes starting the day with an ice bath and sauna, followed by breathing exercises. Aaron also shared his experience of training with Wim Hof and how it has positively impacted his ability to handle stress and challenges.
Aaron and Ben discussed various paradigm shifting moments in Aaron's life, including trying weed, getting married, working out, and taking LSD. They also talked about the transformative power of travel and mentioned encounters with influential figures like Richard Branson and Donald Trump.
Aaron and Ben discuss how to connect with influential people. Aaron suggests that by putting oneself in environments where people are pushing boundaries and evolving, they can attract like-minded individuals and create meaningful connections.
Ben and Aaron discussed the importance of being conscious about what one seeks in life and directing one's actions and mindset towards that goal. They also highlighted the value of ancient wisdom and the need to use principles from influential books as reminders for personal growth and progress.
Ben and Aaron discussed various principles from books and personal experiences, such as the idea that we are not confined to our senses and the importance of cutting through mental addictions to connect with reality. They also shared their grounding skills, like walking in nature and playing music, and emphasized the significance of facing obstacles head-on and choosing personal growth.
Aaron and Ben discussed their past experiences in the music industry, including Aaron's involvement in a Christian metalcore band and Ben's idea for a metalcore band with educational lyrics. They also talked about their early careers, such as Aaron starting a clothing company and hacking iPods and creating YouTube videos.
Aaron discussed how his father's entrepreneurial background and fishing rod company inspired him to develop his sales skills. He also mentioned his early interest in technology and how it opened up a whole new world for him.
Aaron discussed his diverse range of skills and experiences, including sales, marketing, design, technology, and growth. He also mentioned his journey through college, starting an agency, and working as a UI and UX designer for an app company.
Aaron had a chance encounter with a man who showed him a product and invited him to join the company. Aaron worked hard and experienced rapid growth, but in the end, he was pushed out of the company and did not receive the equity he was promised.
Ben and Aaron discussed their experiences in entrepreneurship, including starting a CBD brand and consulting for advertising. They also explored the challenges they faced, such as getting shut down and the stress of consulting, but ultimately found opportunities for growth and success.
Aaron discussed his journey of skill stacking, including learning how to structure companies, create value, and turn negative situations into positive ones. He also talked about his ventures in the cannabis industry, including the successful launch of Lucyd and the creation of a THC beverage brand called BRĒZ.
Aaron and Ben had a deep conversation about Aaron's journey of changing the world and his principles of reducing suffering and maximizing potential. They also discussed the importance of staying focused, avoiding distractions, and pursuing big ideas to achieve exponential growth.
Tim and Ben discussed Tim's rebranding in the Web3 world and the importance of personal branding. They also talked about Tim's soccer journey, his training routine, and the significance of staying in good health for playing soccer.
Tim and Ben discussed Tim's soccer training schedule, his fasting and nutrition habits, and the positive impact it had on his health, including reducing inflammation and weight loss. Tim also mentioned his DNA test results that helped him determine which foods were beneficial for his body.
Tim and Ben discussed their health routines, including disciplined eating habits, cold showers, and fasting. They also talked about their involvement in web 3 and Tim's early experience with mining Ethereum.
Ben and Tim discussed their journey into the crypto industry, their involvement in solving puzzles for Neo-Tokyo, and their decision to stay in the community despite the opportunity to sell their elite citizen NFTs for a high price. They later joined Style Protocol, a company focused on asset creation for virtual worlds and gaming, and successfully built a platform with virtual environments and games, collaborating with brands and expanding their team of 3D designers.
Ben and Tim discussed the concept of the metaverse and its potential impact on gaming. They agreed that the ability to use one NFT across multiple games and represent oneself in virtual environments is exciting, regardless of the underlying technology.
Ben and Tim discussed the technical aspects of their project, including the development of a software development kit for game engines, the integration of their SDK with different game engines, the creation of 3D models by hand, and the interoperability of their platform with various blockchain networks. They also mentioned the potential future integration of AI for model creation and expressed excitement for the project's upcoming launch.
Ben and Joao had a conversation about Joao's background and his passion for sports and healthcare. They discussed Joao's transition from working in professional sports to digital health innovation, and his mission to fix the complexities and accessibility issues in the healthcare industry.
Joao and Ben discussed the challenges of bringing together stakeholders with different incentives in the healthcare industry, including pharmaceutical companies, lobbyists, and governments. They also touched on concerns about the quality of food and the misleading guidance provided by food and health administrations.
Joao and Ben discussed their journey towards a healthier lifestyle, including removing vices like alcohol and drugs, paying attention to sleep quality, and using wearable technology to track their health. They also shared their struggles with getting enough REM sleep and the importance of having a bedtime routine.
Joao and Ben discussed their daily routines and the importance of finding a routine that works for them. They also talked about the use of wearables, emphasizing the need to personalize their usage and focus on specific areas of interest or concern.
Joao and Ben discussed the potential future of healthcare technology, including the integration of artificial intelligence, wearables, and implantables. They raised concerns about safety, security, and practicality, while also considering the possibility of non-invasive alternatives.
Felix Nordén Talks Web3, Coding, and the Future of Technology
In this interview, Felix Nordén, a Web3 enthusiast and entrepreneur, talks about his background, his journey into coding, and his thoughts on the future of technology.
Felix grew up in Sweden and studied engineering in college. After graduating, he worked as an engineer for a few years before getting into Web3.
Felix joined a startup in the Web3 space and quickly fell in love with the field. He learned about blockchain and smart contracts, and he began to develop his own skills as a Web3 developer.
In this interview, Felix discusses the importance of learning to code. He emphasizes the value of coding skills in problem-solving and shaping the future of technology. He also talks about how AI can be used as a tool to assist in coding, but not necessarily replace it.
Felix also talks about his involvement in the Neo Tokyo community. He is also the founder of Spectre, a launchpad.
Felix is passionate about development consulting and building his own empire. He is a strong believer in the potential of Web3 to change the world.
In this interview, Felix shares his thoughts on the intersection of gaming, crypto, and AI. He talks about how AI can be used to create more immersive and engaging gaming experiences. He also talks about the importance of true ownership in Web3.
This interview is a must-watch for anyone interested in Web3, coding, or the future of technology. Felix is a brilliant mind with a lot to offer, and this interview is a great opportunity to learn from him.
Here are the timestamps for the different sections of the video:
0:00 - 11:51: Felix discusses his background and his relationship with his grandfather. He also talks about his current work as a web three enthusiast and entrepreneur, including his role as head of dev at Neo Tokyo and his work with various clients.
11:51 - 23:25: Felix talks about his journey from being an engineer to becoming a Web3 developer. He shares his experience of learning about blockchain and smart contracts, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the fundamental concepts of programming.
23:25 - 34:52: Felix and Ben discuss the importance of learning to code and how AI can be used as a tool to assist in coding, but not necessarily replace it. Felix emphasizes the value of coding skills in problem-solving and shaping the future of technology.
34:52 - 46:42: Felix discusses his journey into coding and his involvement in the Neo Tokyo community, including building Spectre and working on a therapeutic self-help game. He also mentions his passion for development consulting and building his own empire.
46:42 - 57:50: Ben and Felix discuss the intersection of gaming, crypto, and AI. Felix shares his thoughts on how AI can be useful in gaming, and they talk about the importance of true ownership in Web3.
Irena discussed her diverse background in software development, project management, and business support center management. She also talked about her interest in Web3 and her experience with blockchain and online training programs.
Irena and Ben discussed the importance of collaborative and partnership approaches in business, as well as the potential of blockchain technology and NFTs in recognizing and rewarding contributors and creators. They also talked about the intersection of blockchain, cryptocurrency, and gaming, and the potential for a contribution mechanism in communities participating in projects.
Irena and Ben discussed the concept of Connected Metaverse Solutions, which aimed to create a virtual personal and business support ecosystem that tracks individual contributions and rewards them accordingly. They also talked about the legal implications of having people work together from different parts of the world.
Irena and Ben discussed the challenges that big corporations face in adapting to new technologies like the metaverse, and how smaller companies have an advantage in adapting faster. They also talked about the need for new technologies to be applicable to real-world business processes and interconnected with existing systems.
Irena and Ben discussed the challenges and opportunities of interconnectivity between different technologies, including web 2, web 3, crypto, and blockchain. They also talked about the potential of metavirse and the need for a balance between the virtual world and the real world.
Irena and Ben discussed the challenges faced by traditional businesses in adopting metaverse solutions and the importance of partnerships to bridge the gap between technology and business processes.
Ben interviewed Sdc about his diverse career background and his outlook on learning and exploring different fields. Sdc shared his experiences in various industries such as finance, health insurance, retail, architecture, and construction, and emphasized the importance of taking risks and learning from failures.
Sdc discussed his journey from working in construction to managing people in retail and eventually transitioning to the healthcare industry. He also reflected on the difficult experience of having to lay off 400 people and learned the importance of mitigating risks and providing employees with tools for future opportunities.
Ben and Sdc discussed the importance of exploring different career paths and learning about all aspects of a business to find what you enjoy. They also emphasized the value of simplicity in products and services for longevity and accessibility.
Sdc discussed their experience in launching new products and the importance of researching the market and understanding the emotional needs of customers. They also talked about their transition into the Web3 space and their role as a project manager in building a stable and successful project.
Sdc and Ben discussed the challenges of maintaining work-life balance in the Web 3 space and the importance of setting up proper incentive structures based on work input and results output. They also talked about the need for competitive and peer-reviewed payment systems to ensure fair distribution of finances among team members.
Sdc and Ben had a conversation about Sdc's interest in exploring different religions and his desire to learn as much as he can about the world. They also discussed the importance of being open-minded and incorporating new information into one's worldview.
Ben and Corinne had a conversation about Corinne's background and her work in workplace strategy. They discussed the broken relationship between American society and work, and the need to improve it in order to achieve a better future of living.
Ben and Corinne discussed the broken relationship with work and the need for companies to rethink how work gets done, including creating new systems and ways for people to generate their work and engendering trust in employees. They also talked about the importance of measuring what is a genuinely valuable investment of time, money, and effort within an organization.
Ben and Corinne discussed the implementation of a flexible work model that prioritizes productivity and results. They also talked about the need to evaluate and measure the effectiveness of this model, as well as the potential role of AI in improving communication and reducing unnecessary meetings.
Corinne and Ben discussed the need to make meetings more efficient and effective by using AI tools to capture discussions and create measurable actions. They also explored the changing role of middle managers and the need to reposition and repurpose their role within organizations.
Corinne discussed her anti-hustle culture thesis with Ben, explaining that she believes hustle culture has taken people away from connecting with others and where they are. They also discussed the importance of meeting people where they are and acknowledging their concerns and fears when trying to create change.
Ben and Corinne discussed the negative effects of hustle culture and the importance of work-life balance. They also talked about the duality of needing to combine traits and virtues to be an effective civilization. They expressed interest in seeing how organizations implement these ideas in the future and possibly doing follow-up case studies.
Ben and Joseph had a conversation about Joseph's background and career path, including his experience starting and selling businesses, his interest in technology and marketing, and his current role as a leader in data science and marketing campaigns at Nvidia. They also discussed the changing landscape of technology and the importance of staying ahead of the curve.
Ben and Joseph led the conversation into Joseph's background and how it shaped his curiosity, desire to play, and leadership skills. They also discussed how homeschooling and being surrounded by different social circles helped Joseph become aware of status structures and conditioned him to become an entrepreneur.
Joseph discussed his journey of becoming aware of his own filth in middle school and how he became unhealthily roped into identifying with being high status. He also talked about the importance of gathering feedback and implementing it in order to not become someone he didn't want to become.
Joseph discussed how he used meditation to generate emotions and attach them to ideas, which helped him make meaningful changes in his life. He also talked about the importance of being aware of the war going on in our minds and how it can be difficult to maintain an unbiased perspective, but it's important to try.
Joseph struggled with depression and identity crisis at 15, which led him to attempt suicide. After a soul-searching trip to Nepal, he developed a new perspective on life and started his first e-commerce business in 2016.
Joseph learned about dropshipping and found success selling Fidget Spinners by targeting parents in online forums. He made $60,000 in a month but lost out on some of the profits due to PayPal policies.
Joseph talked about the importance of being able to describe, predict, and prescribe in order to develop AI. He also shared his personal journey of starting multiple businesses, failing, and eventually finding success through hard work and learning from small improvements.
Joseph discussed his journey of building and selling e-commerce businesses, working at Intel, and the importance of simulating before implementing to reduce waste. Ben acknowledged Joseph's hard work and they planned to continue the conversation in a future episode.
Joseph and Ben discussed the power of ideas and how they can be contagious. Joseph provided a homework assignment to simulate success and reflect on it, ultimately taking control of who you are becoming.
Ben and Sharad discussed the evolution of technology from web 2 to web 3 and the emergence of the metaverse as the next iteration of the internet. They encouraged brands to start building a web3 community and to not procrastinate in creating a presence in the metaverse.
Sharad and Ben discussed the importance of building a community in the web3 era, which is focused on collaboration and relationships rather than competition and transactions. They also emphasized the need for customer-centric policies and strategies, and the potential benefits of partnering with existing web3 communities rather than influencers.
Sharad and Ben discussed the shift in power from big brands to consumers in the metaverse, where people will decide what products they want and brands will manufacture them. They also talked about the importance of creating digital versions of products and the need for brands to rethink their strategies, production style, merchandising, and marketing philosophy to be successful in the future.
Sharad discussed the importance of fashion brands making a move towards the metaverse and how the metaverse of senses, including smell and touch, will play a role. He also mentioned a company in Milan called Aura Link, headed by a 21-year-old named Alistair Parnigo, who is worth following on LinkedIn.
Sharad and Ben discussed the potential of the metaverse and the obstacles that need to be overcome for mass adoption, including the need for education and the high cost of 3D glasses. Sharad emphasized the importance of staying informed and following the technology wherever it takes us.
Ben and Sharad discussed the potential benefits and drawbacks of pursuing the metaverse technology, including issues of addiction and safety. They also talked about the importance of education and caution in using technology, and Sharad mentioned his community of entrepreneurs working to make a positive impact with technology.
Ben interviewed Manuj, who shared his inspiring story of going from a factory worker in India to a global thought leader in AI. They discussed the implications of AI on society and how it can be used to create positive impact and attract clients.0:00Manuj discussed how he used his unique skill set of using neuroscience to understand the target audience's mind and using AI to create a personalized story that resonates with them. He also shared how AI can be used personally to achieve goals by writing a story about it as if it has already happened.9:48Manuj and Ben discussed the potential of using AI as a personal coach to help individuals achieve their goals and improve productivity in organizations. They recommended using free AI resources like chat GPT to ask better questions and improve storytelling skills.18:58Manuj discussed how AI can help a flourishing business become more scalable and expand its reach. He also mentioned that as businesses grow, the complexity of implementing AI increases and it requires a larger team to ensure that changes do not break other departments.27:11Manuj and Ben discussed the future of AI and its impact on personalization and abundance. They also talked about the possibility of a single person company going public, which could happen in the next five years.36:44
Andrew Carnegie, once a destitute Scottish immigrant, rose to become the richest person in the world.
His breakthrough into the world of capitalism came about as the result of an investment opportunity supplied to him by his at the time boss and mentor, Thomas Scott of the Pennsylvania Railroad.
Scott allowed Carnegie to invest into a private business which the railroad contracted out to, and after ponying up $500 by mortgaging the house he and his mother owned, Carnegie started to receive a dividend of $10 a month.
This may not seem like a lot in today’s figures, but it was a tremendous sum back then to the poor Scott who took home a measly $40 a month in full time pay.
The first dividend payment young Andrew received transformed his life completely. He immediately understood the power of capital, and got a taste of what we in modernity like to call passive income.
The rest is history.
But what are some takeaways for us from this story?
Blog post: A Taste of Capitalism. Andrew Carnegie, once a destitute… | by Ben Gothard
Do you know the difference between amateurs and professionals?
Amateurs lose games, and it's a contest to see who can lose fewer points than the other.
Professionals win games, and the match goes to who can win more points.
Life is the absolute same way, although it is harder for us to detect this since we're always playing the game in real time.
Charlie Munger said, in talking about how he and fellow billionaire Warren Buffett became the most prolific investors of all time…
"It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent."
In this statement from the near 100 year old wrinkly genius, we can learn a lot if we're open to it.
Essentially, we're all standing in our own way in some capacity, and usually in more than one.
I realize this can be a sensitive topic. It is hard to admit when we're messing up, especially to ourselves.
Yet, the short-term ego pain of embracing and fixing the suck will ultimately make us stronger, if we allow it to.
Blog post: https://bengothard.org/how-to-suck-less-9658e9a01099
On the one hand, if you never ask for what you want, chances are you’re never going to get it. Other people are not mind readers, and everyone is mostly thinking about themselves, their problems, pains, hopes and responsibilities.
It’s just not practical or effective to bank on others sensing what you want / need.
Asking is critical.
On the other hand, asking too much, whether it be in frequency or size or both, will eventually lead to relationship decay.
What is a person to do?
Blog post: The Art Of Asking For What You Want | by Ben Gothard
I've been thinking a lot lately about broadening my knowledge base, and the merits of focusing on one thing versus learning a bunch of things. There are good points on both sides, let's dig in!
Blog post: Building a broad base of knowledge | by Ben Gothard
Woke up this morning, and after a bit of piddling watched the Pelicans, my local New Orleans NBA team. They were so fun to watch because of how skilled they are, it was inspirational. It made me think a lot about mastery, the process, the practice, and more, so I decided to film this quick video for you. In it contains a strong recommendation to read Mastery by Robert Greene. It is fantastic.
Solo pod reflecting on the importance of custom, personal, specific. Everything catered to you. There are some book recommendations in this episode, and personal anecdotes, including a message to my great grandchildren (ps I love you all).
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Ben Gothard's life philosophy revolves around the 7 core disciplines of life (physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, financial, industrial, and relational). He strives for at least 1% improvement in each discipline every day to compound growth consistently over the long run.
The purpose of this podcast is to speak with extraordinary people who can help us deepen our understanding of the world through interview-style discussions.
For more, go to bengothard.org.