Money Mindset with Tom Bilyeu Extra Impact

On this episode of Conversations with Tom, host Tom Bilyeu and guest Daniel Schmachtenberger engage in a fascinating discussion about social media, neural warfare, game theory, power itself, and the ways that our society has over-optimized. In particular, they talk about why it’s so important to stop trying to be right, why we need to start thinking in more complex ways, and why the real battlefield is the human mind.
[Original air date: June 11, 2020].


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SHOW NOTES:

Daniel was home-schooled, allowed to study whatever he thought was most important [0:30]

Daniel’s parents actually referred to his family as an “experiment” [3:40]

By the time a child goes to school, civilization has already been imprinted on them [6:04]

Daniel advocates that optimization is actually a part of the problem [8:37]

Daniel details exactly why trying to optimize leads to serious problems [13:14]

Daniel talks about how to understand civilization’s history through game theory [18:40]

Some kinds of value can be extracted and lead to power, and other kinds can’t [20:57]

Daniel uses the example of COVID-19 to illustrate the problems with optimization [25:48]

How can we think in complex ways that respect the interconnected nature of existence [30:41]

It’s much easier to break things than it is to build complex systems [35:39]

Tom and Daniel discuss whether it’s possible to nudge people in the right direction [38:16]

Social media will lead us to war even though no one wants it [46:01]

Daniel and Tom discuss the connections between high school bullying and terrorism [51:12]

If you aren’t considering counter-responses, you are just being emotionally hijacked [58:56]

People’s minds are the battlefield [1:04:17]

There are no authorities that are trustworthy enough to just assume they are right [1:09:59]

Do you want to be effective or do you want to be right? [1:15:15]

Daniel explains how people become fundamentalist about things they are wrong about [1:19:45]

Debates are often not about understanding. They are just dogfights. [1:28:48]

Legitimate power is when I am trying to influence someone to be more self-directed [1:32:03]

Tom explains the relief of focusing on finding the right answers instead of being right [1:35:35]

If you want to be right, you are very easy to control. Fragile egos are vulnerable. [1:39:55]

Capitalism, the Trump campaign and Christianity have all been antifragile so far [1:42:33]



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Real estate entrepreneur and philanthropist Dean Graziosi embodied the “mind over matter” practice to extraordinary levels. By taking control of and transforming his mindset he was able to stop being defined by a past of family struggles and failing businesses, and start writing the story he wanted to live. The author of Millionaire Success Habits explains why getting out of your own way is the key to success on this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. [Original air date: September 18, 2018].

SHOW NOTES:

Dean shares how seeing his parents struggle motivated him. [2:25]

Dean and Tom discuss how to find the things you’re good at and discover your version of success. [7:37]

Dean touches on developing self-awareness to change your story. [11:01]

Dean talks about bouncing back from his business failing a 2nd time. [21:14]

Dean explains the role confidence plays in success. [25:43]

Dean breaks down some of the common myths about money. [29:57]

Dean reveals the impact he wants to have on the world. [37:32]

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This week’s guest on Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu is Allison Maslan. Allison is an American entrepreneur, business mentor, homeopath, and author. She is the executive producer and host of her online television show, Allie & You. In this episode, she talks about how a near-death experience forced her to change her life, the importance of self-care, and the traits necessary for success. [Original air date: February 19, 2019].

SHOW NOTES:

How Allison Maslan grew up as a gymnast and was not thinking about business [2:54]

Why you need a good kicking [5:53]

What happens when you stop fearing embarrassment [6:49]

You have to be conscious of change in your life and want it [8:30]

How to overcome the stuck-ness [9:23] T

he wild story of running herself over with a car and how it was a massive wake up call in her life [11:12]

Allison’s advice for people who are in a shitty relationship [13:50]

The #1 trait that’s made her successful [15:40]

Her process for being persistent, and go ahead to learn things [16:55]

Ask for help is smart - it’s not a sign of weakness [19:00]

Why her decisions come down to either a “hell yes” or a “no way” [19:48]

How to get clear on what you need in life? [21:30]

Why is self care important? And what’s the crossover between life and work? [24:40]

How homeopathic medicine changed her life and added clarity, confidence and excitement to her life. [25:56]

Allison’s biggest tip for effective self care [29:27]

Why she only does things that make her happy [30:09]

People don’t realize the value of their story and how important stories are [31:30]

Why you need to get out of victim mode [33:19]

Why you have to stay in the game of business even when you don’t see the results happening [34:55]

Transcendental meditation and the struggle she has with it [35:30]

The impact she wants to have in the world is [37:28]

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On this episode of Impact Theory, Andrew Yang and Tom Bilyeu engage in an eye-opening discussion of the current recession, our long-term decline in entrepreneurship, and what individuals can do right now to make it through tough times. [Original air date: May 5, 2020].



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SHOW NOTES:

Andrew and Tom discuss the ways that being entrepreneurs have defined them [1:20]

Andrew talks about why entrepreneurship is in such serious decline [4:24]

Andrew explains that the economy doesn’t line up success with actual value [10:21]

Tom shares the story of how he became obsessed with skill sets and mindset [14:59]

Andrew describes the family conditions that make it hard for many people to succeed [19:33]

Tom and Andrew discuss Geoffrey Canada and early learning [26:21]

Andrew talks about how out of date and unresponsive the education system is [29:25]

Tom explains why he stopped cheating in college, and focused on acquiring skills [34:06]

The job market has systematically gotten more punitive and volatile [36:21]

How can you protect yourself from the current economic recession? [41:47]

Andrew and Tom discuss positive advice for making it through tough times [43:15]

Andrew talks about what he’s reading right now [46:56]

Tom and Andrew express their admiration for each other [49:03]

Andrew shares the impact he wants to have on the world [53:23]



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Best-selling author Cal Newport literally wrote the book on how to “Get so good they can’t ignore you.” Instead of looking inwards and trying to find your one true passion, he advises lowering the bar and finding a few decent interests. Then, raise the bar for skill acquisition and mastery. Anyone feeling “stuck” in life will find his approach challenging and refreshing. So tune into this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, and listen to Cal Newport discuss why you should not necessarily follow your passion, why you should disconnect from social media, and why sacrifice promotes the good life. [Original air date: June 11, 2019].

SHOW NOTES:

[2:42] Cal explains why you should not follow your passion.

[4:52] Cal shows what actually matters: impact, mastery, and connection.

[6:08] Cal and Tom discuss becoming so good they can’t ignore you.

[8:07] Cal explains the role of initial interest in job satisfaction.

[9:39] Cal and Tom discuss apprenticeship and the importance of knowledge and connections.

[13:13] Cal illustrates using disciplined practice to get impossibly good.

[15:18] Cal explains the difference between mere repetition and disciplined practice

[17:39] Cal talks about deep work and how to get good at it.

[19:35] Cal describes sustained thinking by showing how unnatural reading is.

[21:41] Cal defines Solitude Deprivation Syndrome

[23:40] Cal discusses the consequences of social media addiction.

[25:32] Cal advises doing something without your phone on a regular basis.

[26:26] Cal talks about technology detox and digital minimalism.

[28:11] Cal explains how focus is disrupted by even brief attention shifts.

[29:50] Cal illustrates how best to get into a state of flow.

[32:46] Cal describes productive meditation.

[33:55] Cal jumps into a discussion of what’s so terribly wrong with social media

[35:02] Cal explains why we know social media is causing the problem.

[37:15] Cal compares social media to cigarettes.

[38:34] Cal considers the good life, fulfillment, and human flourishing.

[40:56] Cal explains why service and sacrifice are so important.

[42:15] Cal discusses a world without email.

[44:25] Cal describes what a world without email would actually look like.

[48:10] Cal shares the impact he wants to have on the world.

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On this episode of Impact Theory, world-renowned speaker, author, and venture capitalist Vusi Thembakwayo joins Tom Bilyeu to discuss such matters and more as they explore the controversial ideas of self-identity, freedom of the mind, and why you have no excuse to begin taking action today. They discuss how self-identity can limit our potential, why being free doesn’t mean living in freedom, why you have to have a willingness to fail, how to be your own savior, and the inspiration of Nelson Mandela. [Original air date: October 6, 2020].



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SHOW NOTES:

No Excuses | Vusi shares his principles for overcoming excuses and succeeding. [0:36]

Mentality | Vusi shares how he’s cultivated a mentality focused on overcoming adversity. [3:50]

Inspire | Vusi shares what he teaches and how he inspires others to make progress. [7:35]

Identity | Vusi reveals how identity can be holding us back mentally from progressing. [10:08]

Freedom | Vusi discusses the concept that true freedom exists in the mind. [13:20]

Connection | Vusi discusses the connection between identity and freedom of the mind. [17:59]

Movement | Vusi shares why you should have a willingness to fail and just get started. [23:12]

Input | Vusi shares the practical lessons he’s learned through martial arts. [28:46]

Mastery | Vusi reveals how he adopted a mentality that’s focused around mastery. [32:05]

Core Basics | Vusi shares the three pillars of focus he teaches on day one. [34:50]

A Pact | Vusi shares his story of making a pact of sacrifice with his mom. [41:18]

Encouragement | Vusi shares what his emotional relationship is like with his mom. [46:00]

Mandela | Vusi discusses what it was like to be in Nelson Mandela’s presence. [48:02]

Step Up | Vusi shares why you have to save yourself and not wait for a messiah. [52:55]

Learn More | Vusi shares how and where you can continue to follow him. [56:23]



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