#064 How to live with Derek Sivers

"The rich can't buy it. The impatient can't rush it. The privileged can't inherit it. And nobody can steal it. You can only earn it through hard work. Mastery is the ultimate status.”

Take a moment to let this profound insight from Derek Sivers sink in.

In a world filled with easy, superficial pleasures, dedicating five hours a day to hone our skills seems unimportant. Yet, this commitment is not just fulfilling—it's a rare and strategic way to differentiate ourselves and achieve the highest status.

We delve into topics such as mastery, creativity, independence, and entrepreneurship with Derek in the latest episode of our podcast.

If you're not yet familiar with Derek Sivers, he's the mind behind CD Baby, once the globe's largest online distributor of independent music. His decision to sell the company and donate all the proceeds to charity—USD 22 million in 2008—captured hearts worldwide. A best-selling author and a speaker renowned for his TED Talks, Derek is a celebrated guest on leading podcasts, including the Tim Ferriss Show, Shane Parrish, and Mark Manson.

Don't miss this exceptional episode where Derek shares insights from his book 'How to Live,' a work he considers his finest achievement.

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#058 Purpose in everyday life
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