Why You've Been Lied to About Where to Put Your Time, Energy, & Focus | Seth Godin on Impact Theory

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Are you struggling to accomplish your goals because you’re so focused on the outcome? If something “fails” or isn’t a “success,” do you let that eat away at your motivation and define who you are? It’s time for you to throw away everything you’ve learned about success and begin to shift your mindset to focus on your effort in everything you do, rather than the outcome. On this episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by author, entrepreneur, and teacher Seth Godin to discuss such matters and more as they explore why you need to stop focusing on outcomes and begin focusing on your efforts. They discuss why we’re all brainwashed from an early age, the power of streaks, feedback, and criticism, how to move through life with intention, why you have to put your work ‘on the hook,’ how to act with generosity, why making new mistakes is moves you closer to your goal, how to overcome imposter syndrome, and the power of having a group around you to provide constructive criticism.
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SHOW NOTES:
Outcome vs Effort | Seth discusses his book and "showing your bad.” [1:01]
Brainwashed | Seth shares how we’ve become brainwashed without knowing it. [2:15]
Changing Lives | Seth discusses his new book and the time taken to write it. [3:35]
Streaks | Seth shares the power of getting feedback and criticism on your work. [5:53]
Intention | Seth discusses how to move towards goals with intention. [7:35]
On the Hook | Seth shares why you should put your work ‘on the hook.’ [9:21]
Generosity | Seth tells a fishing story and the purpose of being connected to your work. [11:10]
Real Life | Seth discusses how to practically build your ‘art’ into a way of income. [14:00]
Self | Seth discusses why you need to trust yourself. [17:58]
Behavior | Seth discusses why changing your behavior changes your identity. [19:59]
Passion | Seth shares why passion is a choice and how to choose it. [21:24]
Better | Seth discusses the power of ‘seeing’ and developing ‘good taste.’ [25:32 ]
New Mistakes | Seth shares how to move closer and closer to your goals. [28:12]
Imposter Syndrome | Seth discusses the power of verbalizing. [33:08]
Dangers | Seth discusses why always being authentic has its downfalls. [38:14]
Feeling Alive | Seth discusses the purpose of our lives that gives us meaning and joy. [42:46]
Feedback | Seth shares how to let your guard down so that you can take criticism. [40:39]
Build Your Group | Seth discusses the people who’s feedback you should be listening to. [44:14]
Bitterness | Miles Davis and the rabbit hole he got stuck in that turned him bitter. [47:43]
Mindset | Seth shares how he approaches people, life, and our abilities. [51:25]
Takeaway | Seth shares what he hopes you takeaway from today’s discussion. [55:17]
Connect | Seth shares ways you can continue to follow his work and to stay connected. [56:10]
QUOTES:
"The practice is not the means to the output. The practice is the output, because the practice is all we can control.” [6:42]
“Doing the work changes our story about the work and I think it’s so much more reliable, and so much easier, to love what you do than it is to do what you love.” [21:48]
“Consistency is part of being peculiar. Consistently generous, consistently showing up, rhyming with yourself in a way that you’re proud of but no, not authentic. You’re not entitled.” [38:44]
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[@RosieOs101]

Not everyone wants to forget 2020. This has been the best year of my life! So much spiritual growth and inner peace.

[@KyChristensen]

I agree - This had been a wonderful year for me and my family as well...even with some of the hardships and things we have missed out on this year - It has been a great year of growth and progress and increase in understanding

[@queenofheartspromotions6721]

Rose that's great news Namaste

[@RosieOs101]

@@KyChristensen 🥳👏♥️

[@RosieOs101]

@@queenofheartspromotions6721 Thank you and many blessings to you. ♥️

[@RosieOs101]

@es I haven’t been “working” this year. My ex-husband passed away and I have stepped completely into my role as a full-time mom and I am loving it. I also have had lots of spiritual growth happen. Check out Abraham Hicks to help in your journey. Just let go of the oars in life and relax-it’s wonderfully delicious!

[@LulaS]

"The practice is not the means to the output, the practice IS the output, because the practice is all we can control." Seth Godin 👏👏👏👏👏

[@frankmanning3815]

Honestly, that's the only thing of value I got from the whole hour and even that isn't very original.

[@evlstoryteller3567]

THIS! I loved this so much because we do put way too much emphasis on the output. I find this with my clients ALL the time.

[@SeleckPlays]

Legend!

[@jimihendrixx11]

Process>Event

[@BulleyBhakt]

This is one of the primary teaching of Hindu book Bhagwat Gita

[@InnerResearcher]

"When you see someone who is angry, look for the fear." wow. Powerful!

[@sabvrao]

Fear is the root of anger. A great book “Power vs Force” breaks down all the different emotions ... fear and guilt are right at the bottom...

[@tripzville7569]

So true

[@mistyculous9644]

I've also seen sorrow behind fear. But think about it; it would feel better to feel powerful with anger than it does to quake in fear or collapse in sorrow.

[@catherinecruveillier]

It's Gabie this is true ... but Seth (and you) seem to imply that anger or fear may (always) be undesirable or inappropriate... well at times fear is totally appropriate and so is anger ... and there’s a way to manage both with reason so that everyone grows. We do need, in this world, to protect ourselves from dangers that are real and at times to enforce our boundaries. Knowing the difference between a real danger and an illusion ... now that too takes wisdom and practice!

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@wahjmohamedkhair8018]

"It would be horrible if you died with whatever you have inside still inside of you" That hits home and was my personal most profound takeaway especially after how he laid down a good foundation for trying to understand the world as it is. Thank you.

[@gemsstr7933]

Wow! That really puts a spin one how you engage with your life. I'm curious, since its been a year, how has your life been? I just heard this, so i'm excited to move with intention on this.

[@thediycarguy4441]

I purchased Seth's course for freelancers while I was still employed FT. Fast forward to COVID, I'm unemployed and wondering what to do so I pulled out the course and created an LLC. I landed 2 clients and doubled my normal hourly FT employee rate. Nothing will accelerate you confidence like earning independent income. I'm happy to answer any questions if I can help you and your situation.

[@NoName-to5xl]

Im an IT professional. My hourly rate is 140$/h. Im confident in my experience and capacity, but i remain an employee at 70k/year. I do not feel to do what you did because i have a 750$/mo mortgage and a young son (4yrs old). Im 40. I feel i cannot risk, any advice?

[@alwayswatching4351]

A sucker born every minute I guess.

[@cindyavalos6200]

@@NoName-to5xl start cutting down on hours at work as you build. It will be super hectic and crazy at first but it’ll eventually get easier and pay off

[@jasonb.7622]

What do you do in your new LLC?

[@rosequartz3525]

@@alwayswatching4351 and the negative Nelly is created every minute. You are gross

[@JayNealTheReal]

Once you take the focus off of the result and just show up to add value consistently, then you can make things better

[@katelynmccorkle9902]

well said

[@illsonr6]

Secret to sales

[@YaTut169]

The only thing that is appearing to stop you from enlightenment/self-realization/eternal life/knowing yourself to be unconditional love is identification with thoughts, emotions, sensations, perceptions and experiences instead of being aware of being aware and knowing yourself to be that unconditional love pure consciousness in which all thoughts, emotions, sensations, perceptions and experiences appear but are not inherently one with you; they are an expression of unconditional love; you are that infinite that is expressing itself as suffering/pleasure but inherently you are neither; you are that nothing/unconditional love/pure consciousness in which they are appear and by which they are perceived; Suffering/pleasure comes and goes; there is an awareness that is aware of them coming and going; that you are; remember and know what you are; never identify with anything that is appearing within you; since it appears within you; it can't be you; you are that in which it appears. When you abide as that in which it appears instead of identifying; nothing has a grip on you; if anything comes; it quickly goes; like clouds passing; only if you identify as a cloud then it will appear as if the cloud is here for longer than it is originally supposed to; if you simply rest as the awareness and do not identify; it will quickly dissolve; be unconditional love by being aware of being aware; this is the highest; this is what you are seeking in absolutely everything else; you are seeking yourself; you are seeking unconditional love; but you are looking outside of yourself; instead of being aware that you already are unconditional love. Love love

[@stephaniemodkins4624]

Awesome approach.

[@Rob-on-the-Road]

@@YaTut169 Infinite? Psalm 82: 5 They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are out of course. 6 I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High. 7 But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes. 8 Arise, O God, judge the earth: for thou shalt inherit all nations.

[@AskAW]

I didn't keep making the same mistakes, I started making new mistakes. ~ Seth Godin

[@othmane-mezian]

Pure Gold!

[@coral5144]

Or? Making Bigger Mistakes!

[@trp2413]

You invested in stocks too, I’m not alone

[@inchbyinchstories]

I just like Seth's voice...it's so optimistic and i generally feel so much better after listening anything from him.

[@YogawithAliBeale]

Seth is my background noise so many mornings just helping plant my seeds and reassurance in living authentically. I enjoy him so much.

[@GirishVenkatachalam]

and his looks too he looks so simple and friendly

[@NoMe-Arts]

Love Seth, he's a true genius; so gracious & empathetic. These are the kind of teachers/leaders the world needs right now!

[@cutestpunk4648]

Tom, this show and your channel are absolutely incredible. Each episode can transform a person's life. Wishing you and all of your wonderful guests the best of health and happiness.

[@travelingkaspersworld4096]

Very well said. All the best to you too!

[@fractilians7]

completely agree! Really love this channel.

[@nathanielcarter1196]

ditto

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@YonasonGoldson]

Media manipulation is so deeply woven into our behavior and at the root of so many of our problems. We have to make the commitment and exert the discipline to reject it's influence on our lives and choices.

[@chronorust3359]

Being able to discern the truth regardless of it's source is one of the greatest things to master.

[@asupertramp948]

Fact.

[@BFNLEO]

@@chronorust3359 absolutely.

[@cabezitadealgodon]

Omg...well said!

[@captainpinky8307]

throw out the TV. no i'm serious.

[@MIHMediaInc]

What I took from this video: Love what you do and not to do what you love. Thank you Seth Godin 🙏

[@neverbeforeseenvideos2249]

2016 to 2019 I went from suicidal to loving myself more than ever and my relationships and quality of life has turned into sheer bliss. 2020 was a joke for me. I breezed through 2020 and had the most successful financial year in 2020. P.S. I turned off the TV back in 2010 , cut out the noise and go after what ever the fuck you want. #nocomplaining #noexcuses #livingthedream #peaceofmind

[@theredhottruth2061]

Fall in love with the process. It's not what you do, it's how you do it. Two wisdom I'm practicing in my own life. Great interview. Thank you

[@Italiana72787]

I have been stuck for a while attached to the outcome instead of enjoying the process and seeing what it's actually leading to. THANK YOU

[@TrevorShredder]

This is profoundly timely to read this... Thank you for taking the time to write it & having no idea that it would spark what it did in a stranger 9 months later 🤘🏻

[@Italiana72787]

@@TrevorShredder Rock on that's awesome!

[@raisibelanga8536]

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[@ismetgokce1552]

It was nice to hear the theory of putting bread on the hook. I'm Turkish and I'm glad to hear my country is now known for its hospitality and helpfulness. Btw, Tom I've been following your content for looong years and actually see the improvement in my life! I even made it to the USA for the 2019 summer and worked for 3 months! Anyways, we call this theory 'Askıda Ekmek' and it actually helps people in need a lot. Highly suggested. My friends in the USA, you can implement this in the drive-through coffee places for the next customer. Love ya Tom, hope to meet you someday!

[@decide4kamal]

great Idea.

[@decide4kamal]

great Idea.

[@edgepixel8467]

@İsmet Gökçe I've been to Istanbul, and I've been particularly impressed with two cases of hospitality and helpfulness: 1) We took a boat ride on the Bosphorus. The next day, we stumbled upon the same boat, while we were walking around the city. The captain waved us to come on the boat, for a free ride. 2) While visiting the modern art museum, a heavy rain completely drowned the parking, cutting off our way out. While we were still looking around, a young couple in a car invited us in, to get us out of the drowned area.

[@sillygirl1139]

It's been getting more popular here in the UK for around a couple years now... we're referring to it as 'pay it forward'. Nice to see what some of its cultural origins are.

[@stephenmann9534]

The way the general public treats cats as evident in the documentary type film "Kedi" is a revelation and inspiration how we can ourselves here in our country learn to practice "Catitude". LOVE. Triad Cat Whisperer

[@tonjamcnair8349]

This interview was air to my lungs! I will continue to listen to this again and again! The message to be myself, know myself so we'll that I never sell out for the carrot 🥕 I Love this 🙏🏾

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@loodmood923]

I simply love these two men, their discussion is like the chatter in the brain, Tom is the analytical the hard working the checking all the facts and asking all the right questions, and seth is the emotional, the connected, the person in the flow :) what an honest, motivational and filled with emotions interview ! simply thank you !

[@tans3015]

Sometimes it's OK just to exist, to love and be loved, to feel content.

[@juliequirey3984]

I don't think it is ok to exist yes be grateful to be on this planet. However to live a meaningful life in whatever form is living not existing.

[@tans3015]

@@juliequirey3984 You missed the part where is said to love and be loved. Not everyone has a driving passion, and that is OK. There are billions of people in this world. If no one is content to work as a janitor, we will have filthy bathrooms. Trying to push people and lie to them so they think they can literally do anything is delusional. It creates lifelong dissatisfaction for those that never quite live up to their ideals. Life can be meaningful in every day matters. The joy of a baby's laugh. The sound of the crickets. Holding the hand of the person you love.

[@margerydosh2971]

@@tans3015 Thanks for this reply. It gives me a lot to ponder. I'm 82 years old and I think for most of these years I have been dissatisfied with my life. So now I am learning to find meaning in every day matters. I am more peaceful and happier. Thanks again Tan S I appreciate you!

[@theliberatedplanet]

@@margerydosh2971 it's possible the most satisfying years are ahead!

[@GarretHunt]

Indeed! In fact, I believe all great inspiration starts here. Until we can be content with ourselves, we'll never find it anywhere else. Paradoxically, once we realize we have everything we need, that's when the true gifts can start flowing.

[@nehainthebay]

“I chop the wood, I carry the water” So true. Work cannot be discounted. Practice is the output.

[@vickryan]

here's my problem, no money. so practice is nice, when I can sustain doing it. which I can't. (no money) my problem is, no money. I used to volunteer in my profession, because I love my profession. but then I realized, I ran out of money. had to stop doing that line of work. I need to get paid. (I need the output)

[@kingpalafox1045]

@@vickryan the problem is your mindset.

[@robbydyer4500]

_wu wei_

[@vickryan]

@@robbydyer4500 sounds like my Nintendo video game Destiny Of An Emperor.

[@robbydyer4500]

@@vickryan is life not a simulation of sorts?

[@hesus6177]

JS Bach said when asked about his creativity: 'I just press the notes and God does the rest.' He also said that anyone can do what he did, they just need to work hard enough. Creativity finds you working, said Picasso.

[@davidmohanna818]

I needed this

[@jfo3000]

Read Pressfield's "The War of Art", for more of this type of wisdom.

[@Larindarr]

I will be devil's advocate. Bach however was a privileged white European man. It's different biologically to pursue creativity and fulfillment under constant stress from survival due to inequality. It is a scientific fact and simple human brain function.

[@hesus6177]

@@Larindarr Like Beethoven? Or Van Gogh? Tchaikovsky?

[@Larindarr]

@@hesus6177 they were all white European men who though they had their very real challenges did not have anywhere near the obstacles in a system even then to prevent them from pursuing their lives. Biologically it is not possible. It has been found seen in CT scans etc.

[@cherylevans1339]

👏👏👏👏👏👏 I’m a stroke survivor because I always believed in my own greatness

[@milogoltz3616]

Not unique but common testimony as to what "one" might look like favoring idolatry; AND, why not a healthy dose of narcissism to boot. "I can do all things through Messiah/Christ who strengthens me," (Philippians 4:13) apparently is foreign to you. if so, you're Eternally deader 'n' a hammer. Get a Bible, dust it off and let its Holy Spirit tell you some thing a helluva lot more profound than you, YOURSELF touting your "godawful greatness!" Put your trust in Yahweh and His Word that manifested itself as "Emanuel, Elohim with us," Isaiah 7:14, John 14:6, and I'll see you on the "Streets of Gold." (Rev.21:21) My care, NOT criticism.

[@mistyculous9644]

Good for you, Cheryl Evans. Yes, to recover former capacity through focused practice, we have to have faith in the possibility of success, (even if that faith was instilled by our parents admiring their kid, LOL)

[@edgepixel8467]

@@milogoltz3616 Shoo, unwanted preacher.

[@weblightstudio8215]

I am a survivor of heart failure simply because I didnt die. Maybe next time

[@justb4116]

Tongue in cheek: your greatness overwhelmed your health to the point of stroke? Was there any humility contributing to the recovery process?

[@stephaniemodkins4624]

Thank you for mentioning what Miles Davis endured to be a musician. His wife Cecilia Tyson is one of my favorite actresses.

[@beltusnkwawir2908]

I never get enough of Tom and the brilliant people he brings on board. Thanks Tom. Thanks Seth

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@MindNow]

*When you know what to PRIORITIZE on, it makes all the difference* 🙏 With that being said, I would also like to add to know what ur circumstance is and make the best out of it. Don’t compare urself to others timelines 😊❤️

[@HouseFromSmartCity]

Not comparing yourself is key. 100% agree. Also, taking the gray pill is the key: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpjGgmCQnJWMl5o

[@clintonsimmonds3956]

Clarity comes with prayer. Priority is prayer. Compare clarity before and after prayer. This is the difference. Know this circumstance.

[@ameliale5575]

Tom is such an eloquent speaker and a fantastic interviewer! Thank you to you and Seth!

[@jackiegrawe_art]

Tom’s question at 52:27 was so beautiful and eloquent. I adored this episode. Too short! I wish it were longer.

[@sushantraj6985]

Just love the way Seth takes a pause to think before answering! You see the impact when he speaks, its so fluent, organized and easy to follow.

[@radg007]

This was just crazy, best interview I've ever seen with Seth. Thanks for your amazing work and dedication for interviewing him, much love from México, Tom!

[@kearirobinson1308]

"You don't need anybody's permission." Yeah!

[@HouseFromSmartCity]

Absolutely. The gray pill is the best way to march to your own drum: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpjGgmCQnJWMl5o 🗿

[@othmane-mezian]

Pure Gold!

[@301rs]

Duh….

[@chelseajohnston25]

Because of this show I listened to ‘The Practice’. It is fantastic and to the point. Ill be listening again.

[@DeepBluEnergy]

Tom, I have been watching you for years and my admiration has constantly grown. You have a rare capacity to verbalise difficult concepts and ask questions that take us down otherwise-impossible paths; I find myself repeatedly holding my breath to hear such a question - then smiling to a completely new, exhilarating "Aha!!" moment...God bless you. I do not know how many people tell you so, but you have brought real change to my life. Thank you very very much.

[@guchfun]

Thank you, Tom, for hosting Seth Godin on your channel. He is a wise sage of this generation with such deep and pragmatic knowledge who appears to be the antithesis of our modern times but actually provides us the tools to operate in it if we are courageous enough to follow him.

[@ladannazary5546]

One of the most profound interviews I’ve ever watched. It’s one of those that you have to watch over and over again because every minute of it is gold. Thank you @impacttheory

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@live2lovelaughsweetheart662]

Thank you so much... This was special! The last statement from Seth brought tears to eyes... Wayne Dyer's quote... "Don't die with the music still in you" once again thank you for showing up for us! Greetings from Germany 💖

[@ChrisMunichful]

Tom, THIS is benchmark ... best interview in a long time! You developed so much! Thank you for sharing this wisdom with the world 👍🏻✅✅✅✅

[@alvarojoseortiz]

TOM.... THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BRINGING GREAT PEOPLE AND HELPFUL TOPICS!!!!

[@kathywatts3926]

“All criticism is not the same” is so true. Especially when read through the lens of an Amazon one-star review. This tells you more about the reader than the writer. I read the one star reviews of The Practice and knew that those reviewers were not my people. I bought the book. Great interview. Thank you!

[@tubetime39]

Kathy Watts: Good one, I so agree about reviewers on Amazon. I'll mention what you said about one star reviewers, to one star reviewers next time I read one.

[@HouseFromSmartCity]

Yep. That’s the gray pill in a nutshell: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpjGgmCQnJWMl5o

[@othmane-mezian]

Well said Katherine

[@dimitrisleivadas1538]

I love this series. It's incredible seeing such a mind like Seth Godin being so humble. Respect to both of them, kudos.

[@laughyouhealthy669]

This channel and Tom’s guest, his advice, it is all so life changing. Educational. It’s true and amazing and it always helps me look forward not behind. These conversations are always so deep and really IMPACTful

[@MK-ih6wp]

2:30 best part is where he breaks down the insanity of handing your kids over to The State for 12-16 years of public education/indoctrination... Gotta break those kids down before they are ready to be obedient little factory workers! Brilliant ad for homeschooling.

[@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849]

RE DACTED I really think you missed his point.

[@detailempire6656]

@@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849 you have

[@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849]

@@detailempire6656 this is one of those issues where we would likely go round and round, and still not agree. I respectfully agree to disagree with you and RE DACTED. But I do sincerely wish you both Happy Holidays, and hopes for a happy & productive 2021.

[@think41c]

@@russellszabadosaka5-pindin849 What?! This isn't the internet troll fight I was here to see! Happy holidays?! Get back in there and fight, Russell! :) Just playing. Nice to see a comment like yours in these types of threads, regardless of who is right here.

[@jamescampi50]

When I heard that line, Homeschooling went through my mind as well. If could do it over I would.

[@formerlyknownasanessential2623]

Dang haven’t watched impact theory in a while, but now I’m back. It’s been like a year and a half. This is good stuff

[@SacredMusicTribe]

Saaaame !

[@ramiroayala6245]

Same lol

[@rebeccawoods7414]

I'm am utterly captivated by this incredible man. Truly inspiring. Thank you

[@johnpearcey]

I'm consistently impressed with Tom's interview technique and exceptionally pertinent questions. Brings out the best in the guest with the most interest for the viewers. Brilliant stuff.

[@socialbuzzhivebyemilystand7049]

Peculiar - in of yourself - particular. Benefit by being you. Exactly. No one else can be YOU.

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@hadleybee9710]

If it's a hobby it's for you if it's work it's for other people...that was a helpful construct for me.

[@weblightstudio8215]

I was told a different formula. It has to do with paying tax and earning, no matter who you do it for

[@cjbobby70]

Only 5 minutes into this and all ready I'm excited about what more I'm going to hear. Because it is soo much of how I think.Cheers to human kindness!

[@Jianju69]

This conversation is speaking to my soul, shaking it and waking it up.

[@SearchingLives]

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[@VeronicaKrestow22]

This entire interview is 💥GOLD! 49:00 onward was especially mind-blowing .. brought tears to my eyes! Incredible!! Thank you both!! ✨🙏 ✨

[@nurtured-channel2953]

👌🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Tom Bilyeu has develop great listening skills and also asks great questions! Seth Godin is an amazing human...

[@nalanala9725]

Seth Godin spreads so much love and humanity... and in such a humble way

[@hildagertze8539]

Filled with gems. Thank you. You're an amazing interviewer Tom Bilyeu

[@theenatashasheree]

We should know this by now. This is very deep. It’s your emotions that are up for sale. Thankful for this content, we need more Emotionally Intelligent/ Empathetic leaders offering clarity✨ *buys book

[@judededude]

This is ALL gold in this interview

[@davidgrigsby8963]

"To be able to finally SEE-> DECODE-> Then, VERBALIZE (unique insights) though, NOT... as your AUTHENTIC SELF, but as the version of you needing to show up for ur AUDIENCE ...(at the median, of what you BOTH want) is key. This was jam packed GOLDEN! What an extraordinary interview (as always), in that, both of these gracious men are so extremely ...tactical, and strategically insightful about the way they BOTH... conduct as well as welcome\acquiesce, in behalf of ea. actually, re: ALL their interviews. ...'Graetful! Thank you.

[@lynd4042]

Fantastic. In the first 14 minutes of this video, this man explained the futility of society which I have always struggled with reconciling, AND convinced me to be more purposeful and consistent with turning my dabbling into real professions.

[@sarahfenlonfalk]

“The purpose of shipping the work is to make things better.” Yes! This!

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@othmane-mezian]

Pure Gold!

[@simonamango]

In Naples, Italy, we leave a coffee "on the hook" (caffè sospeso, literally: "hanging"), same as the loaf in Turkey

[@othmane-mezian]

Saluti dal Marocco

[@davidberrien9711]

Love Seth. Love your work, Tom. You always seem to be well-prepared for your interviews, so you ask great questions, and I can see you really listen to the answers.

[@Neorich1122]

Thank you for this interview. Both you and Seth provide clarity of what I have heard in my heart praying for success as a Spiritual Growth Coach, which was one word: Give. Now I understand it is to more consistently give of myself in the practice of “being” my best self, my joyful self. Thank you.

[@emmaginethat]

Love this. I've instinctively done this throughout my life (ask for feedback during practice moments) and have always been amazed at how few will participate or look at me like I'm alien and or also seem confused by the request.

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@grettch]

You are an amazing host Tom! Every single video I watch your approach is so real and relatable to one's mindset. I'm Grateful for the work you do thank you for wanting to inspire people.

[@barefootarts737]

Hey I'm a ditch digger today, listening to this talk and loving what I do. I love my job 95% of the time. I know intuitively that I must. Never heard anyone else say it before. This talk is awesome.

[@Simon-Turkas]

Wow, this is really uplifting and insightful! Brilliant interview!!

[@JayFGrissom]

Bread on the hook is such a beautiful practice. I’d never heard of it before but I’ll never forget it now.

[@shermaynebrown5165]

Same! I love it!! Thanks Turkish culture!!!!

[@teamariastyle7622]

Great conversation and message. Thank you❤️

[@source2950]

Thanks for sharing your brilliant mind Mr Godin. A very enlightening conversation.

[@POLYLIVING]

“Profound disruption” so cool👏

[@samwaters9848]

Such a brilliant interview. Choose your passion, and do the work to try and improve things for ten, or even just one person. Fantastic.

[@SearchingLives]

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[@WisdomBytes]

There is something in Seth which is beautiful and naturally elegant. Every time I hear an interview he is in, there is always a refreshing wisdom to imbibe for. Thanks for sharing !!

[@gracemacvey2506]

Thank you for this interview! I have taken notes and will probably buy the book. Thank you to you both! Loved it!

[@robynbrouckaert8304]

Now this was an interesting interview. So glad to have found it (or it found me).

[@Realmikesambo]

Please stop crapping on 2020. Every day is a blessing.

[@weblightstudio8215]

not for all of us

[@andrews476]

we’re all being impacted differently

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@SearchingLives]

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[@Svaren]

I've been reading "The Practice" since I picked it up on Sunday. LOVE IT. This is the book I needed YEARS ago. Here's to The Practice ;)

[@entrepreneurpodcasttv1239]

I get something new with each interview you do Tom! 🙏

[@ArtyMars]

I've almost finished The Practice on Audible and it's blowing my mind how complicated we make our artistic pursuits, just ship it, listen to your audience and yourself, improve it a little more, ship it again 🥳💖

[@DB-ob7ib]

Sounds like a decent listen, going to add it to my Playlist. Check out Work energy: it has good reviews and I too thoroughly enjoyed it

[@justbeegreen]

"Ship it"?

[@lesleysclips13]

Thank you so much for this. It was the exact inspiration I needed to hear- and in fact I’ll be creating a response to this video. I’ll name it, “Examining the exam: performance has driven us away from our humanity. Constructs aren’t responsible: we are.” The fun thing is I’m fortunate enough to have a professor in university who is receptive enough to alternative methods of assessments for my final exam in modern political thought- to which I am grateful as it appears I’ll be calling into scrutiny methods of traditional education systems as being harmful/self-limiting and how this has stagnated society at large from being innovative and accepting of counter cultures/creativity or in voicing opinions outside from the status quo. (Which I’ve found has resonated with me as a response to this video) My plan is to bring attention to this video, add personal story, contextualize with some interesting academic papers and will ultimately focus on developing community as a solution to tackle mental health (among other social problems found at the margins) in Canada. As far as my own university campus (Ottawa)- there has been attention in recent years as suicides have jumped and an institutional response is not enough. Disconnect and crumbling under pressure will only exacerbate in light of covid-19. Being rated by overseeing/institutional structures has had adverse rippling and undesired effects. It’s been an ongoing problem- now in light of covid I’m compelled to speak out in solidarity for many who I’m sure feel alone or voiceless at this time. I think we for some time have sorely needed highlighting to the value of unconventional education, how we establish acceptable contributions to society and tie this into self-worth (and this imposter syndrome). Im excited to show how post-structural thinking can help us as a society move forward in understanding ourselves, how we self-regulate and how we continue to oversee/be overseen and thus stuck creatively. It is precisely our own limited thinking in response to social constructs in our own mind that make revolutionary change impossible and has to a degree kept us separated/prevented our collective action in addressing societal problems (or even looking to government as the sole organizations possibly capable of addressing them- when each person, those in private/public/voluntary sectors or civil society-in fact can) . The papers that I’ll propose will be keys to better understanding and will present how counterculture and generosity will help us move in a direction that is constructively forward and together (compared to a polarized society that the media continues to propagate). If you’ve read this far, just know it’s appreciated. Again, thank you for providing me an ounce of inspiration ;) I hope you’ll enjoy what I put out shortly. (Even though I’ll be going out on a limb to a degree haha)

[@mistyculous9644]

Go for it!

[@drewsuneson9034]

Much appreciation for your vision and initiative to help move the needle in a healthier direction for society

[@lesleysclips13]

I definitely am! Once I have a functional video I’ll comment the link :) And thanks Andy- it’s about us all doing our part to help each other make this world a better place- if expanding on theory and showing how it can come into practice can help some see their own potential/purpose or to find meaning in their life again, I’ll see it as a relative success :) Won’t know if I don’t try eh?

[@betrion7]

@@lesleysclips13 so, how's that video going?

[@lesleysclips13]

@@betrion7 finished a video, volumes a tad off on it (realizing now after awhile) :P not a bad first effort

[@kimthuy4437]

🙏🙏🙏I'll definitely order Seth Godin's book. Absolutely learned so much from the talk. It shifted my perspective of the practice, the test, and the result. The practice is the output, it's the most important thing. I'm also gonna proudly show my "bad work", "my practice" to everyone too.

[@edwintepuendikum3527]

Thanks so much for sharing Life-changing message Big respect to Tom and Seth 🙏🏿🙌🏿

[@stevenhoch1076]

Picasso quotes: I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. Action is the foundational key to all success.

[@Shay416]

Ohhh I really love this quote. How many times do we approach things thinking it must be done in a certain way to be "accepted". DO IT, and learn and then DO It AGAIN.

[@joannejohnson7006]

Truth

[@digitalspecter]

32:15 that's not impostor syndrome. People who have impostor syndrome have a fear that they'll be exposed as "frauds" and don't believe they have earned the praise and success they have.. so it's a condition where you continue to fear it despite the constant outside evidence showing otherwise... that's why it's a syndrome. What you are talking about it just fear and self-doubt.. and that is quite normal for someone who hasn't had much positive feedback yet.

[@caroljoy839]

Good point.

[@andrzejkozlowicz6332]

and fear and self-doubt are taught to from a very early age

[@U2B2024]

Man! Seth’s wisdom never fails to surprise me.

[@MelMediaServices]

OMG...One of the best interviews EVER! Thank you Tom for this deep dive into the mind of one of the GOATS of our lifetime.

[@YonasonGoldson]

The 13th century classic of Jewish philosophy Sefer HaChinuch (The Book of Education) observes: "the heart is drawn after our actions." Always love it when science catches up with ancient wisdom: change your behavior to change your thoughts and aspirations.

[@ArtyMars]

7:45 if it's work it's for other people - Who's it for "who specifically", what's it for, what change do you want to make!

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@CoolestCoupleInTheWorld]

Thank you again for a great interview and this incredible information. I have been following you for a while and you have definitely found your calling. 🙏🏽

[@RonWilliams-Hoodle]

Brilliant interview, Tom & Seth! Thanks very much for sharing this perspective! Love it.

[@rickposada3807]

The Birth of hip hop culture and its self branding philosophy was a phenomenon that operated on this very premise.

[@imtesaalahmed2159]

Which premise precisely?

[@LoLeanderx]

Oh boy. I need to hear more of this. I personally feel like I have a lot to give, but have a hard time keeping my streaks when the only person who I'm accountable to is myself. Amazing episode. Love.

[@mistyculous9644]

Learn from Barbara Sher's books, such as "Live The Life You Love" Convince one other person to be your buddy to help each other reinforce making dreams come true.

[@bageshwaradhamanubhavreact12]

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[@newplanman9836]

This guy is profound. I dig his clarity, depth and reflection.

[@jonathanslight]

Nice to see you so excited and emotional Tom, this was incredible and Seth Godin is truly moving!

[@AhmetKaan]

Tom Bilyeu and Seth Godin, best combination!

[@dandahlberg4452]

Bread on the hook. I am the bread of life. This symbol is so deeply rooted in our ontological existence. God en-fleshed willingly putting Himself on the hook. Talk about generous!

[@Scriptank]

Wow! Thank you. This was fantastic! I need to watch this numerous times to be able to absorb everything.

[@decisionmade5902]

This is definitely going to the top of my interview list. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@LeonardiniLuca]

"doing the work changes our story about the work and i think it's so much more reliable and so much easier to love what you do than it is to do what you love making the choice to love what you do means that whatever you're doing you can be in love" ❤️ EPIC 🚀 Seth💥 and stellar Tom! 🙏🔝

[@theoriginalnutter]

if the government wanted us to be free we would be taught basic survival skills from a young age

[@formerlyknownasanessential2623]

"govern-ment" means "mind-control" in like latin or some shit. govern = control; ment = mind (mental)

[@HAYES9521]

My dad put me in boy scouts 32 years ago and made sure I was learning and participating.. I made a fire yesterday in the mtns. 2.6 miles away from noise, got lost snowboarding back down .. opened my trail map and got back on the trail , 50 yards off trail in waist high snow sun going down but I knew what it was I had to do to stay calm and focused. I am grateful for survival skills! I could care less about selling out. Or buying into the consumer system that is everywhere.

[@formerlyknownasanessential2623]

@Charles Yuditsky damn wtf were we all doing in school honestly

[@Mayombepaula]

We could say the same about all parents in the world: Dad, if you wanted me to be free why didn't you teach me about basic survival skills from a young age? The answer, I guess, is they don't have a cloue neither. We must teach ourselves.

[@formerlyknownasanessential2623]

@@Mayombepaula starting to think this whole thing is about our parents subconsciously not wanting us to move on without them on this planet until they're gone themselves. makes sense biologically

[@arnieperez49]

One of my favorite speakers I ever had the privilege to hear.

[@entrepreneweryou3772]

One of my favorite authors of all time. Seth Godin is as awesome as it gets.

[@JT-xg4di]

Does this dude have an Oscar just casually buried on his top shelf?

[@ajinkyapawar9665]

brush. that's actually sick asf

[@patriks.7815]

@@r.g.j.leclaire8963 but I remember him from lord of the rings

[@sillygirl1139]

@@patriks.7815 😂🙈