Learn or Be Learned

By Shiva Dhana | Dhana Studios

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November 06, 202385. Learn How to Unlock YOUR Potential with the 6-Step Miracle Morning Ritual. This will CHANGE Your Life
Dive into Morning Routines on this week's Learn or be Learned Episode as host Shiva Dhanasekar discusses the transformative power of a morning routine, inspired by Hal Elrod's "The Miracle Morning". Discover Shiva's results from the SAVERS method, boosting his productivity and happiness. Plus, hear directly from Elrod in an exclusive interview about enhancing life through morning rituals.

Summary
In this episode of the Learner Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar discusses the key lessons and strategies he learned from reading Hal Elrod's life-changing book "The Miracle Morning". He outlines the SAVERS method of starting each day with Silence (meditation), Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading and Scribing. Shiva details how implementing this 6-step morning routine has boosted his productivity, focus and overall well-being. He also shares insights from his master's studies in Ayurveda and integrative medicine. Listeners will come away understanding a simple yet powerful formula for transforming their mornings and days through the Miracle Morning method.

5 Key Takeaways
Committing to the SAVERS method of starting each morning with Silence (meditation), Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading and Scribing can dramatically improve your productivity, focus, and happiness.

Repeating positive affirmations about your goals and aspirations every day has the power to reprogram your subconscious mind for success.

Envisioning your goals as already achieved through daily visualization sessions by creating a vision board helps drive you toward making them a reality.

Taking even just 5-10 minutes in the morning for breathwork or meditation sets the tone for a more peaceful and productive day by calming the mind.

Upgrading your morning routine through methods like the Miracle Morning could be the best investment you make, as it creates momentum to help you achieve more in the long run.

Noteworthy Quotes
"We run on autopilot for most of our day we run on our subconscious And our subconscious is programmed by a default comfort mechanism." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:09:50]

"Anything that has a personal experience attached to it has value, if you believe it has value that it has value, right, because we've even seen in many, and many of studies, that placebo groups can often skew results." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:07:50]

"Consistency is key. If anything you get from this episode, I believe being consistent on this savers method will transform your life and your morning routine." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:18:30]

"The excuses and I'm busy, it's it's not important, is what it really is. Right? It's all about priorities because we make time for what's important." - Hal Elrod, from The Miracle Morning [0:10:00]

"You either learn from or you learn from now, let's get back to the show" - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:00:33]

Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.
Hal Elrod (author of The Miracle Morning)

David Goggins (mentioned as an example of exercise benefits)

Dr. Maxwell (author of Psycho-Cybernetics which was mentioned)

Transcendental Meditation (TM)

Ellen DeGeneres (mentioned as someone who learned Transcendental Meditation)

Hugh Jackman (mentioned as someone who learned Transcendental Meditation)

Atomic Habits (book mentioned in reference to habit formation)

Timestamps
(00:00:00) Intro Miracle Morning
(00:07:50) Meditation affirmations beliefs
(00:10:00) Upgrade morning success
(00:13:30) Visualize goals vision boards
(00:16:50) Exercise read write growth
(00:19:30) Master SAVERS consistency

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Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided you with fruitful returns.

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24min
November 06, 202384. Learn How Tribal Units Helped Humans Survive and Thrive: Understanding Our Primitive Need for Community
In this Learn or Be Learned episode, host Shiva Dhanasekar explores the role of tribal units in human evolution. He delves into how these early human communities influenced survival and their lasting impact on modern psychology. Shiva offers insights on using tribal psychology for success and community building. Listen in for a concise perspective on harnessing our inherent need for connection to achieve goals.

Summary
Today we explore tribal units' anthropological origins, emphasizing their role in early human survival - linking this to today's success tactics, underscoring accountability and cohesive communities. The episode melds anthropology and success insights, highlighting the power of our tribal instincts in building supportive networks for goal achievement.

Key Takeaways
Tribal units of 20-50 closely-knit individuals evolved as the earliest and most effective form of human social organization for nomadic hunter-gatherer ancestors, enabling shared workloads and resource distribution for survival.

Understanding our innate primal psychology can help explain why humans have a deep-rooted fear of social exile and a preference to conform with groups.

Building accountability partnerships and joining groups with shared goals and visions makes achieving dreams faster through collective motivation and resilience.

Surrounding yourself with supportive communities aligned with your purpose and mindset is key to success, while negative influences can hold you back from growth.

Applying tribal principles like shared accountability and finding uplifting networks can help modern individuals accomplish their goals through the same strengths of human connection that ensure ancestral survival.

Noteworthy Quotes
"Rather than having a nuclear family, and fighting for resources individually, we would have larger communities and fight for resources together, and then share those resources amongst us all." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:00:26-0:00:50]

"We even see this in modern team building practices of various communities, whether it's martial arts, whether it's your office, right, we see groups of communal bonds, shared experiences, and collective wisdom being reciprocated, or at least tried to. And that's the essence of what a tribal unit is." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:00:26-0:01:15]

"Most people will not go against the group out of a primitively deep-rooted fear of being exiled from the group, because if you're exiled from a tribal unit, your chances of survival diminished significantly." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:06:30-0:06:55]

"If you are looking to lose weight, one of the easiest ways to do it is to join a fitness class, when you make friends and develop accountability, you all have a shared purpose of getting fit. And it helps the collective conscious." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:08:15-0:08:40]

"If you want to go fast, go alone if you want to go far go together." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:09:15-0:09:25]

Timestamps
(0:00:00) Introduction
(0:00:26) Tribal Units in Anthropology
(0:06:30) Our Primal Fear of Social Exile
(0:08:15) Using Accountability Partners to Achieve Goals
(0:09:15) The Power of Collective Motivation
(0:10:11) Applying Tribal Principles Today
(0:12:15) Finding Your Supportive Community

Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.
Patrick David (mentioned as an entrepreneur who shares the importance of having accountability partners)

Episode 82 (mentioned as discussing networks and genuine connection building, which this episode stems from)

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November 06, 202383. Learn How to Find Hope Again: Overcoming Hard Times and Pursuing Your Dreams from 2020 Jeporday Winner & TX Congressional Candidate ft. Burt Thakur
In this thought-provoking episode of Learn or Be Learned, host Shiva Dhanasekar sits down for a wide-ranging discussion with congressional candidate Burt Thakur. The two delve deeply into hope, freedom, censorship, and living purposefully in today's complex world. Thakur shares moving stories from his childhood in India, his journey to success in America, and emphasizing the importance of self-love and never giving up on your dreams. He and Shiva also tackle controversial issues like the state of politics, Big Tech overreach, and regaining control of our lives. Listeners will be challenged and inspired by Burt's perspectives on taking action to better our society and rediscovering what really matters in life.

Summary
In this episode, congressional candidate Burt Thakur shares his personal story of overcoming hardship and pursuing the American Dream. He and host Shiva discuss how society has lost hope due to unmet basic needs and a lack of civil discourse. They explore topics like censorship, divisive politics, and regaining freedom and independence. Thakur emphasizes the importance of self-love and never giving up on your goals. Overall, the conversation provides insight into challenging today's status quo, spreading new ideas, and rediscovering optimism to create positive change.

Key Takeaways
1. Never stop pursuing your dreams and raise your standards for yourself every day through self-love and gratitude.
2. Have the courage to take action and get involved in shaping your community and government through open civic participation.
3. Challenge censorship and the status quo by spreading new ideas through respectful discourse and amplifying diverse voices.
4. Address societal issues like unmet basic needs, divisive politics, and lack of hope by focusing on shared humanity and cooperative solutions.
5. Rediscover optimism by appreciating life's simple blessings and pursuing joy through helping others.
Noteworthy Quotes
1. "Either way, life is hard for one of two reasons. You're either trying something new, or you stay in your status quo. And eventually life catches up to you and you live with regrets." - Shiva Dhanasekar [01:10:13]
2. "The only bad person I know, is me. And I have to work on myself. It is my job to work on myself. Because that's the only way it can be good man." - Burt Thakur [01:19:19]
3. "We are so intelligent, we are so capable. We are literally, I believe the smartest generation who has ever lived, because we have the most amount of information." - Burt Thakur [01:17:23]
4. "What is the harm in being curious? What is the harm and trying to fix the system? What is the harm in trying to demand more from yourself?" - Burt Thakur [01:33:15]
5. "I think the one thing I've learned is that I will always be learning. And there's one lesson that I have learned, it's that everybody that you encounter, has a has a lesson that you can learn from them." - Burt Thakur [01:28:34]
Materials, LBL Episodes, and People Referenced:
Jordan Peterson

Alex Trebek

Seneca (a reference to a quote)

Timestamps
(0:00:00) Introduction
(0:13:00) Pursuing Dreams
(0:21:15) Basic Needs
(0:26:27) Censorship
(0:31:20) Self-Love
(0:36:19) Divisive Politics
(0:43:27) Keyboard Warriors
(0:49:56) Healthcare Costs
(0:57:57) Civil Discourse
(1:04:13) Echo Chambers
(1:10:13) Trying New Things
(1:17:23) Our Generation
(1:28:34) Lifelong Learning

Burt's Info:
Burt Thakur for Congress
Burts X Account (Twitter): @burtforcongress

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1h 34min
November 06, 202382. Learn How Your Network is Your Net Worth? POWERFUL Tips to Build Genuine Connections
In this fascinating episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar delves into the lost art of genuine connection building and how our networks are truly our net worth. For those looking to expand their networks in a quality-over-quantity way, this episode provides valuable tips on identifying energy givers versus takers, learning the power of remembering names and gaining opportunities through serendipitous encounters. Tune in as Shiva explores how viewing networking as genuine relationship formation can help you connect with the right people who will support you in achieving your goals.

Summary
In this episode, Shiva Dhanasekar discusses how our networks are truly our net worth and explores the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to building genuine connections. He shares insights from Simon Sinek on companies prioritizing trust over performance. Shiva emphasizes active listening, remembering names, talking less and focusing on others. He also touches on identifying energy givers versus takers and positioning yourself around people who can help you grow. Through personal anecdotes about networking conferences, Shiva illustrates how meaningful relationships formed with just a few people through attentive listening can lead to big opportunities and unexpected benefits.

Key Takeaways
Your network is your net worth - surround yourself with people who can help you grow both personally and professionally.

Focus on quality over quantity when building connections - a few genuine relationships can be more valuable than many superficial ones.

Become an active listener - talk less, and truly listen by paraphrasing, asking questions, and remembering details about others.

Identify energy givers vs. takers in your network - surround yourself with people who motivate and inspire you.

Put yourself in environments where you can learn and grow - attend conferences, meetups, etc. to naturally expand your network.

Noteworthy Quotes
"Active listeners listen to what is said. But genuine listeners listen to what is not said." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:09:30]

"People don't remember what it said they remember what they felt." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:12:30]

"In investing, he says, You, if you were only allowed to make five investments your whole life, you would make sure those are really good options before you jumped in it." - Warren Buffett as mentioned by Shiva Dhanasekar [0:07:00]

"Companies would rather higher, medium to even low performing individuals if they have high trust, versus a high performer with low trust." - Simon Sinek as mentioned by Shiva Dhanasekar [0:05:00]

"Trust is very difficult to reconstruct once it's deconstructed." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:06:00]

Material. People, Books, Episodes Mentioned:
Simon Sinek - entrepreneur and author mentioned whose talk on trust vs. performance was referenced.

Warren Buffett - investor whose quote about focusing on quality investments was mentioned.

Dale Carnegie - an author whose book on effective people and the importance of remembering names was referenced.

Gary Vaynerchuk - entrepreneur whose quote about micro speed and macro patience was mentioned.

Timestamps
(0:00:00) Introduction
(0:05:00) Why Trust Matters More Than Performance
(0:07:00) Focus on Quality Over Quantity
(0:09:30) The Art of Active Listening
(0:12:30) Making Memories Through Feelings
(0:15:00) Finding Your Energy Tribe
(0:30:00) When Chance Opportunities Arise
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19min
November 06, 202381. Learn How to Heal from Past Trauma and Achieve Spiritual Liberation from Disney's Former A-List Recruiter for "Phineas & Ferb" ft. Susan Gold
Join us in this captivating episode as we delve deep into the life of Susan Gold, a renowned figure in the entertainment industry, known for her groundbreaking work in attaching A-list celebrities to iconic projects, including Disney’s Phineas & Ferb. Discover the untold stories behind her interactions with legends like Andy Warhol, Ben Stiller, and Taylor Swift, and learn how she played a pivotal role in the launch of Fox News Channel.
But Susan’s journey is not just about the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Raised amidst the chaos, Susan embarked on a courageous journey to confront and overcome the obstacles of her upbringing, a journey mentioned in her book, "Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom." In this episode, we explore Susan’s transformational journey discussing her endeavors in helping others heal and attain spiritual and emotional freedom from trauma.

Summary
This episode explores Susan's journey of overcoming a traumatic childhood through developing self-awareness and connecting with her inner self. She shares how growing up in a dysfunctional home led her to develop a strong intuition. Susan discusses how writing, meditation, yoga, and spending time in nature have helped her healing process over the years. She and host Shiva Dhana discuss how mindfulness practices can aid in unlocking one's spiritual potential and purpose. A key lesson from Susan is the importance of listening to your inner voice and staying true to yourself regardless of others' opinions.

Key Takeaways
Developing self-awareness through practices like meditation, journaling, and mindfulness can help heal past trauma.

Spending time in nature is beneficial for mental and physical well-being.

Following your inner voice and intuition, rather than seeking approval from others, leads to personal growth.

Overcoming dysfunction in one's upbringing takes courage and willingness to reflect deeply.

Connecting with one's spirituality and purpose can provide meaning during difficult life experiences.

Noteworthy Quotes
"I realized there's a lot more that then a lot more to life than meets the eye that we are here." - Shiva Dhanasekar [0:42:19]

"I think we all have it. Yeah, I do. I think, do we all develop it? And no, no." - Susan Gold [0:16:07]

"I think one of the most painful moments was, I went into a restaurant with my son, and there was a family at the other table, and they were all doing, you know, this, like, looking down? I don't know, maybe they were texting each other at the table? I'm not sure. But it's just this cold, sterile disconnect." - Susan Gold [0:10:38]

"I feel like more has been unraveling and I think we're headed to more openness more feminine merging with the masculine. Right, right like a balance." - Susan Gold [0:45:45]

"I think that the real truth for me has been to step into that small still voice, that has my best intentions in my heart. And then to be brave enough to say, Yeah, I'm going to follow you." - Susan Gold [0:47:27]

Timestamps
(0:00) Introduction
(10:10) Developing Intuition Young
(15:30) Experiencing Telepathy
(20:00) Healing Practices That Helped
(25:00) The Power of Journaling
(30:00) Yoga's Role in Her Journey
(35:00) A Life-Changing Experience Abroad
(40:00) The Importance of Self-Awareness
(43:00) Facing Gender Stereotypes
(46:00) Parting Wisdom on Inner Truth

Susan Info:
Link to Her BookHer Business BackstoryArticle on Medium

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49min
November 06, 202380. Japanese Secrets to TRANSFORMING Your Daily Life with 5 Essential Takeaways from The Ikigai Journey
In this fascinating episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar dives deep into the transformative lessons from the book "Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life". Shiva shares insights from his journey of applying the teachings of ikigai to enhance productivity, boost confidence, prioritize important tasks, and incorporate vital habits like daily digital detoxes and screen-free days. Listeners will gain a wealth of practical knowledge from Shiva's discussion of establishing new routines to build competence and confidence through recalling life's greatest successes. Overall, this insightful conversation provides meaningful takeaways for anyone seeking to unlock their full potential and find deeper purpose and fulfillment in life using the ikigai philosophy.

Summary
In this episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast, host Shiva Dhanasekar discusses the top lessons he has learned from applying the teachings of the book "Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life". He shares five transformative insights from the book, including establishing new habits over 21 days, prioritizing important tasks over urgent ones, recalling life's greatest achievements to boost confidence, incorporating daily digital detoxes, and embracing serendipity through unplanned experiences. Shiva provides practical tips for implementing these concepts and personal anecdotes of how they have enhanced his productivity, well-being, and personal growth journey.

Key Takeaways
Establish new positive habits over 21 days to transform your life by committing to one habit at a time for 3 weeks to break old patterns and form new ones.

Prioritize important non-urgent tasks over urgent busywork by using the Eisenhower matrix to focus on what truly drives your long-term goals.

Boost your confidence by recalling past successes and achievements to build a library of "life's greatest hits" as undeniable proof of your competence.

Incorporate daily digital detoxes and screen-free time to improve mental well-being, reduce fatigue, and engage in more fulfilling offline activities.

Embrace serendipity by maintaining flexibility in your plans and allowing unexpected beneficial opportunities to enhance your journey in life.

Timestamps
(0:00) Introduction
(7:30) 21 days, one habit
(12:00) Important over Urgent
(15:30) Boost confidence and successes
(21:00) Daily detox, screen-free
(27:00) Embrace flexibility, serendipity

Noteworthy Quotes
"In the face of adversity, we find our true purpose."

"Frankl teaches us that meaning is not found but created."

"Life's challenges are not obstacles but opportunities for growth."

"Every moment is a chance to redefine our purpose."

"In understanding Frankl, we understand ourselves."

Detailed Mentioned Materials Compilation from Transcript
Books:
"The Ikigai Journey: A Practical Guide to Finding Happiness and Purpose the Japanese Way" by Héctor Garcíd and Frances Miralles

"Man’s Search for Meaning" by Victor Frankl

"Atomic Habits" by James Clear

"Time Wise: Productivity Secrets of the World's Most Successful People" by Amantha Imber

Names of People:
Alex Hormozi

Tony Robbins

Podcast Episodes:
Episode 78: The Overlooked Ability to Boost Productivity That Few People Know (Monologue Series)
Episode 21: Atomic Habits by James Clear

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24min
November 06, 202379. The Artist's Secret Weapon: Tapping into Your Untapped Creative Potential ft. Rich Kirkpatrick
AFTER THREE YEARS... In this awesome episode of "Learn or Be Learned," host Shiva Dhana sits down with creativity expert and author Rich Kirkpatrick to discuss his groundbreaking research on unlocking creative potential. We haven't done a creativity episode in 3 years so you're going to want to check this out! Listeners will be intrigued as Rich draws on insights from neuroscience and interviews to challenge conventions around constraints, patience, and negative emotions. Rich shares how embracing limitations and discomfort can spark innovative breakthroughs through insightful dialogue

Summary
Creativity expert Rich discusses his research at the intersection of neuroscience and the creative process with host Shiva Dhana. Rich shares how embracing limitations, cultivating patience, and allowing negative emotions can enhance innovation abilities. He provides insights into bridging divergent and convergent thinking through simple daily practices. Rich also explores how to unlock untapped creative potential and maximize idea generation through challenging assumptions and transmuting discomfort. Listeners learn actionable strategies to apply Rich's framework in their own lives and work.

Key Take Aways
Embracing limitations and constraints can enhance creativity by challenging us to think beyond conventional solutions.

Cultivating patience through reflection, incubation of ideas, and embracing boredom is critical to fueling innovative breakthroughs.

Negative emotions and experiences can act as a catalyst for creativity if transmuted into new works rather than stifling our thinking.

Simple daily practices like journaling help unlock our untapped creative potential by building new neural connections in the brain.

Contributing to creative communities through mentorship and generosity helps maximize our own innovative abilities while paying experiences forward.

Meaningful Quotes
"Creativity is just another word for what people do when we thrive." - Rich Kirkpatrick

"The shortcut to hacking is not that we cannot hack creativity. It's a practice." - Rich Kirkpatrick

"Being willing to have a mentor, and being vulnerable in it, you'll be amazed at what value will give your life." - Rich Kirkpatrick

"I think the idea of needing parameters for creativity. But that makes total sense." - Shiva Dhanasekar

"It's almost a sense of collective belief that gives it the validation that it's beautiful. But I think when you get to that point where you truly believe something’s beautiful, as I think at the moment where you’re enjoying the journey, right the process." - Shiva Dhanasekar

Timestamps
(0:00:00) - Introduction

(0:05:00) - Limitations enhance innovation

(0:10:00) - Rest fuels new ideas

(0:15:00) - Emotions spark breakthroughs

(0:30:00) - Brain networks generate ideas

(0:40:00) - Rethink creative process

(0:50:00) - Apply creativity tactics

(1:00:00) - Avoid exhaustion, thrive

(1:10:00) - Challenge norms, advance

(1:18:00) - Key lessons learned

Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep
Lloyd Pietrzyk - A creative researcher whose work on "brain sets" and creativity is referenced

Picasso - The artist is mentioned when discussing how different people can find meaning in creative works

Gordon McKenzie - An author whose quote about bracing the awkward is referenced

Daniel Pink - His book "Drive" explores autonomy is brought up

Learn or Be Learned Ep 1-2: Bored and Brilliant

Rick Kirkpatrick's Links
Mindblown Book
Jasons Insta Handle: @rkweblog

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1h 13min
November 06, 202378. The Overlooked Ability to Boost Productivity That Few People Know
In this illuminating episode of the Enlightened Nomad Series (Monologue Episodes), host Shiva Dhanasekar is joined by productivity expert David Allen to share little-known insights about maximizing your limited time and energy every day. Listen in as Shiva and David delve into a thought-provoking discussion around the undervalued relationship between how we allocate our hours and how much we're able to achieve. They explore why energy optimization is key yet often overlooked, and detail simple strategies for maintaining high levels of output without burning out. From implementing high-impact habits to overcoming negativity biases, this insightful conversation leaves listeners with actionable advice on enhancing both their energy levels and overall effectiveness in life. Don't miss this fascinating dialogue that's sure to help you get more of what matters done.

Summary
This episode of the Enlightened Nomad podcast explores the underrated yet crucial topic of energy optimization. Host Shiva Dhanasekar discusses why energy is even more important than time for success, and how we can boost our energy levels through high-impact habits like exercise, meditation, and prioritizing self-care. He delves into the concept of spending our limited time on "power-ups" that build energy for greater productivity. Shiva also addresses the negativity bias that can drain our motivation and the real costs of neglecting health, both for ourselves and our loved ones. Overall, listeners learn actionable strategies for enhancing output through simple tweaks to their daily energy allocation and expenditure.

5 Key Takeaways
Energy is more important than time for achieving goals and success. Focus on optimizing your energy levels daily.

Implement high-impact habits like exercise, meditation, proper nutrition, and self-care to boost your "base" energy levels.

Spend your limited time on "power-ups" like the above habits that build greater productivity and output over the long run.

Overcome negativity biases and energy dips through tactics that maintain motivation and momentum.

Prioritizing your health now avoids selfishly burdening loved ones with care responsibilities later in life. Make energy optimization a priority.

Timestamps
(0:00) - Introduction

(4:12) - Productivity Secret: The Real Edge

(7:23) - Overcome Negativity

(10:35) - Health's Neglected Cost

(13:47) - Time on Power-Ups

(15:00) - Energy's Long Run Success

Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep.
Previous episodes mentioned:
Episode 16 - The Pareto Principle

Episode 21 - Atomic Habits
Books mentioned:
Time Wise by Amantha Imber

My Information
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16min
November 06, 202377. From Court-side Dreams to NBA Boardroom Deals: The Inspiring Rise of Sportswear Icon ft. Jason Franklin
This fascinating episode of the podcast features an inspiring conversation between host Shiva Dhanasekar and guest Jason Franklin, the co-founder of Teak Apparel. Franklin shares his incredible rise from drawing hat designs as a child to building a globally successful lifestyle brand, offering invaluable lessons learned along the way. Listeners will gain insight into how Franklin manifested his dreams from a young age and stayed determined to achieve his vision, providing strategies for persevering through challenges and cultivating mindfulness as an entrepreneur. With his engaging story and thoughtful advice, Franklin offers scholars a compelling case study on defining one's purpose and values that will empower any audience to pursue their goals.

Summary
In this episode, Jason Franklin shares his story of how he knew from a young age that he wanted to work in fashion. He discusses manifesting his dreams of starting a clothing company and staying determined even when facing obstacles like the COVID pandemic. Franklin provides valuable lessons on believing wholeheartedly in your vision, focusing on small daily wins, and using exercise and meditation to stay mentally well. He also offers insight into finding balance as a busy entrepreneur and parent by being fully present in moments with his family. The discussion offers listeners strategies for defining their purpose, persevering through challenges, and cultivating mindfulness on their own entrepreneurial journeys.

Few Key Takeaways
Have conviction in your vision and believe that through hard work and perseverance, you can achieve your dreams.

Focus on small, incremental wins each day to build momentum and stay motivated through challenges.

Make time for self-care activities like yoga, meditation, and exercise to cultivate mental well-being as an entrepreneur.

Be fully present with family and loved ones, even when you have competing demands on your time and attention.

Develop strategies to maintain balance as your responsibilities and priorities evolve over the course of your career and personal life.

Meaningful Quotes
"Comparison is the thief of joy." - Shiva Dhanasekar

"If you believe it, you can achieve it." - Jason Franklin

"The Buffalo is the only animal that when a storm is coming, understands that the quickest way through the storm is to run through it." - Jason Franklin

"Micro speed macro patience." - Shiva Dhanasekar summarizing a quote by Gary Vee

"Know what you're good at know what you're not good at." - Jason Franklin

Names, Materials, and Info Dropped in this Ep
NBA - Jason partnered with the National Basketball Association early on
Dave Matthews Band - another early partner Jason secured
Tupac Shakur - Jason recalled seeing one of his first hat designs worn by Tupac in a movie
Michael Jordan - Jason mentioned being a fan of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls as a kid
Gary Vee - Shiva referenced summarizing a quote about "micro speed macro patience" from Gary Vee

Timestamps
(0:00) - Introduction

(10:01) - Charting Your Own Course

(15:00) - Taking the Leap of Faith

(20:01) - When Opportunity Knocks

(25:00) - Turning Vision into Reality

(30:01) - Finding Fortitude from Within

(35:00) - Facing Adversity Head On

(40:01) - Persistence Pays Off 0:45:00 - Prioritizing Self-Care

(50:01) - Adaptability in Turbulent Times

(55:00) - Work-Life Harmony

Jason Franklin's Links
Sportiqe Apparel Website
Jason's LinkedIn
Jasons Insta Handle @jfsportiqe
Sportiqe's Insta: @sportiqe⁠

My Information
Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested with me provided you fruitful returns. Remember Friends,
"You either learn from or you're learned from!"
- Shiva D.
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1h
November 06, 202376. Redefining SUCCESS: The Systematic Approach to UNPRECEDENTED Growth ft. Mike Kaeding
Join us in this episode of the Learn or Be Learned podcast as we dive into the world of construction and real estate with Mike Kauding. Mike shares his journey of taking over a family business and transforming it into a powerhouse of innovation. Discover how he applies the principles of systems thinking, AI, and manufacturing to revolutionize the construction industry. Tune in to learn about the importance of hiring the best people, the future of AI, and the impact of small changes on efficiency. Don't miss this insightful conversation!

Summary
In this episode, host Shiva Dhanasekar talks with Mike Kauding about his experiences in the construction and real estate industry. Mike discusses the challenges he faced when taking over his family business and the innovative approaches he has implemented to improve efficiency and drive down costs. He shares insights into the importance of systems thinking, the role of AI in creative design, and the value of hiring the best people. Mike also highlights the significance of small changes in processes and the potential for patented designs to revolutionize the industry.

Episode Key Takeaways:
Efficiency is Key: Mike Kauding emphasizes the importance of improving efficiencies in construction, highlighting how small changes can have a big impact on productivity and cost-effectiveness.

Innovation in the Industry: Kauding discusses the future of the construction industry, including the role of patented designs and the potential for AI to revolutionize creative design and other aspects of the industry.

The Power of Systems Thinking: Kauding shares insights into the value of systems thinking in business, explaining how a systematic approach can unlock growth and drive innovation.

Hiring the Best People: Kauding stresses the significance of hiring the best people, noting that the right team can unlock doors and achieve results that were previously unimaginable.

Building a Genuine Company Culture: Kauding talks about the importance of building a genuine company culture, emphasizing the need for authenticity and a focus on values.

Meaningful Quotes:
"The most important thing, and this is the most important lesson I've ever learned in the business, is to hire the very best." - Mike Kauding

"If you line yourself up well, coming to work is a joy." - Mike Kauding

"The best people unlock doors and achieve results that you never imagined or even possible." - Mike Kauding

"The innovation won't come from where you expect. The things that make the news are the flashy, crazy new stuff. They're great. They are part of the solution. They are not the solution." - Mike Kauding

"Getting that infrastructure in place is so challenging, but once you do, it's so fun. It gets you to stop thinking about the mundane and gets us to use your best brain power." - Mike Kauding

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to the episode's theme.

3:33 - Mike's Journey in the Family Business

5:35 - Aligning Passion with Career

11:24 - Overcoming Challenges in Business

17:33 - Future Innovations in the Industry

22:53 - The Impact of AI on Jobs

30:34 - Hiring the Best People

35:47 - Future with AI

42:59 - The Future of AI in Construction

52:13 - The Impact of AI on Jobs

Mike Kaeding's Information
Nohart Construction Company Website
Instagram
LinkedIn
Facebook
YouTube Channel

My Information
Podcast Link Page: ⁠⁠⁠www.solo.to/shivadhana⁠⁠⁠
Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shivadhana⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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Thank you so much for listening, and I hope this time you invested provided a fruitful return. Remember Friends,
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- Shiva D.
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1h 2min

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