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Modern WisdomJun 20, 2020

#186 - Elena Seranova - Overcoming Low Self-Esteem In Business & Life

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Notable books mentioned: Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson, Richard Branson

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#186 - Elena Seranova - Overcoming Low Self-Esteem In Business & Life mentions Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson and Richard Branson with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Walter Isaacson

What I find really, really inspirational and interesting is to read a biography of a person that I read.

What I find really, really inspirational and interesting is to read a biography of a person that I read. Who like? Like Elon Musk or Richard Branson.

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Elena Seranova is a business coach, entrepreneur & PhD student. Many of us could do achieve far more if only we had the confidence to go after what we want. Getting out of your own way therefore becomes a goal in itself. Expect to learn how to use confidence to gain a competitive advantage, the common stumbling blocks Elena sees when working with clients on confidence, a selection of embarrassing stories from our history in academia & business and much more...
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Elon Musk
Walter Isaacson
Best for Individuals seeking motivation and personal growthOften cited around inspiration from biographies

Reading the autobiography of Elon Musk can be mind-blowing, showing how much action he took until things started working.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals seeking motivation and personal growth
Key quote: What I find really, really inspirational and interesting is to read a biography of a person that I read.
The host mentions the book 'Elon Musk' as a source of inspiration for individuals feeling stuck in a negative feedback loop. By reading about successful figures like Musk, listeners can shift their mindset and realize the potential for change in their own lives.
ASIN: B0BX4S57GM
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Best for Individuals seeking motivation to overcome inaction and fear of failure.Often cited around overcoming fear of failure

Reading the autobiography of Richard Branson can be mind-blowing, showing how much action he took until things started working.

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Individuals seeking motivation to overcome inaction and fear of failure.
Key quote: What I find really, really inspirational and interesting is to read a biography of a person that I read. Who like? Like Elon Musk or Richard Branson.
The host mentions Richard Branson's autobiography as a source of inspiration for those struggling with inaction and fear of failure. By reading about successful individuals like Branson, listeners can shift their mindset and realize the importance of taking action to achieve their goals.
ASIN: B077MTGTK9
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Elon Musk
Walter Isaacson

The host mentions the book 'Elon Musk' as a source of inspiration for individuals feeling stuck in a negative feedback loop. By reading about succe…

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Mentioned at 39:52
Richard Branson

The host mentions Richard Branson's autobiography as a source of inspiration for those struggling with inaction and fear of failure. By reading abo…

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