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Modern WisdomJul 16, 2020

#197 - Petr Ludwig - How To Overcome Procrastination

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#197 - Petr Ludwig - How To Overcome Procrastination includes mentions of The E-Myth, The Precipice by Toby Ord, procrastination.com, and Transcend by Scott Barry Kaufman, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.

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The E-Myth

Indexed context: The host mentions 'The E-Myth' to emphasize the importance of creating a business that can operate independently of the owner. This book illustrates…

The Precipice

Toby Ord

Indexed context: The host mentions 'The Precipice' to highlight the importance of understanding existential risks that humanity faces. They emphasize how this awarene…

procrastination.com

Indexed context: The host emphasizes the importance of planning to enhance productivity and mentions the book as a resource for those struggling with procrastination.…

Guest: Petr Ludwig

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Petr Ludwig is a speaker, author and CEO of Procrastination.com. Procrastination is a speedbump in many a would-be productive person's life. Thankfully Petr has given keynote speeches all over the world on this topic, so hopefully he has the solutions. Expect to learn how to train your willpower, why finding meaning is a productivity tool, the relationship between failure, self-forgiveness and high achievement, how to take an entire month off per year while becoming more productive and much more...

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The E-Myth

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The Precipice

Toby Ord

The host mentions 'The Precipice' to highlight the importance of understanding existential risks that humanity faces.…

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procrastination.com

The host emphasizes the importance of planning to enhance productivity and mentions the book as a resource for those…

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Transcend

Scott Barry Kaufman

The host mentions 'Transcend' in the context of discussing how individuals can find deeper meaning in their work. Thi…

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Referenced books include The E-Myth and The Precipice by Toby Ord.
Related interests include entrepreneurs and business owners and Individuals interested in existential philosophy and personal growth.

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business ownership and freedom(1)existential risk and mindset(1)finding purpose in work(1)overcoming procrastination(1)

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The E-Myth

Best for entrepreneurs and business ownersOften cited around business ownership and freedom

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The E-Myth discusses that if you have a business and can't leave it for more than two weeks without everything breaking, you don't have a business, just a highly leveraged job.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: business ownership and freedom

For: entrepreneurs and business owners

Indexed context: if you have a business or if you're a business owner and you can't leave that business for more than two weeks without everything breaking, you don't have a business.

The host mentions 'The E-Myth' to emphasize the importance of creating a business that can operate independently of the owner. This book illustrates that if a business cannot function without the owner for an extended period, it is not a true business but rather a job with high leverage.

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The Precipice

Toby Ord

Best for Individuals interested in existential philosophy and personal growthOften cited around existential risk and mindset

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I'm reading Toby Ord, his new book, The Precipice. It's all about existential risk and the challenges we face as a species.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: existential risk and mindset

For: Individuals interested in existential philosophy and personal growth

Indexed context: he puts our chance of surviving the next 100 years at 50

The host mentions 'The Precipice' to highlight the importance of understanding existential risks that humanity faces. They emphasize how this awareness can shape one's values and motivate individuals to seek meaning in their lives, especially during challenging times.

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procrastination.com

Best for Individuals looking to improve productivity and manage procrastinationOften cited around overcoming procrastination

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The speaker mentions their book, which is available in 18 languages and can be found at procrastination.com.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: overcoming procrastination

For: Individuals looking to improve productivity and manage procrastination

Indexed context: So you can remember it easily and it's I guess everywhere.

The host emphasizes the importance of planning to enhance productivity and mentions the book as a resource for those struggling with procrastination. He encourages listeners to rethink their lives and suggests that the insights from the book can help them navigate challenges more effectively.

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Transcend

Scott Barry Kaufman

Best for Individuals seeking purpose in their careersOften cited around finding purpose in work

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The listeners who heard my most recent episode with Scott Barry Kaufman on his book Transcend, which is all about Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: finding purpose in work

For: Individuals seeking purpose in their careers

Indexed context: find something that allows you to transcend the challenge.

The host mentions 'Transcend' in the context of discussing how individuals can find deeper meaning in their work. This book is referenced as a resource for those looking to elevate their mindset and purpose in their careers.

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procrastination.com

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Indexed context: The host emphasizes the importance of planning to enhance productivity and mentions the book as a resource for those struggling with procrastination.…

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