James Altucher shares the 5 biggest assumptions he's made about business. This is part 2 of 2.
Episode 431: [Part 2] The 5 Biggest Assumptions I’ve Made About Business by James Altucher on Taking Entrepreneurial Risks
James Altucher is an American hedge fund manager, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and podcaster. He has founded or cofounded more than 20 companies and says he failed at 17 of them. He has published 11 books, and is a regular contributor to The Financial Times, TechCrunch, and The Huffington Post. USA Today named his book Choose Yourself one of the 12 Best Business Books of All Time.
The original post is located here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/biggest-assumptions-business/ 
Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com 
Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalStartUpDaily
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

431: [Part 2] The 5 Biggest Assumptions I’ve Made About Business by James Altucher on Taking Entrepreneurial Risks

Optimal Work Daily, presented by the experienced narrator Dan, is a podcast that focuses on enhancing productivity, creativity, and work-life balance. Dan provides clear and engaging narration of thought-provoking articles from leading experts in the fields of productivity, career development, and organizational psychology.

Optimal Work Daily is an ideal resource for professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to maximize their potential in the workplace. The podcast's diverse range of topics, from time management strategies to fostering creativity, provides valuable insights for enhancing performance and achieving career satisfaction, making it a must-listen as you strive to excel in your professional life.

Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

Business

Investing

Careers

Management & Marketing

Business News

Shopping

Marketing

Entrepreneurship

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1294:
Discover the art of integrating meditation into your workday with Josh Anderson's insights from DIY Active.com. Anderson sheds light on the ancient practice's modern-day benefits, offering simple, actionable strategies to reduce stress, enhance focus, and boost overall wellness, even in the busiest of work environments.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://diyactive.com/simple-ways-to-meditate-at-work/
Quotes to ponder:
"Meditation is an excellent stress reducer and a way to lower blood pressure, boost immune systems, and even stay in shape when combined with another form of less strenuous activity, such as yoga."
"Schedule at least 15 minutes into your daily routine for meditation routines. This is all you’ll need to feel the positive effects on the body and the mind."
"Stress can be a cause of numerous health problems - both physical and mental - so it is important to reduce stress whenever and wherever you can in your life."
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1294: Simple Ways to Meditate at Work by Josh Anderson of DIY Active on Reducing Stress & Enhancing Focus

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1293:
Laura Stack, through her insightful piece on The Productivity Pro.com, delves into the intrinsic value of teamwork in business and personal ventures, emphasizing that even the most autonomous leaders achieve peak productivity through collaboration. Highlighting historical geniuses and modern team successes, Stack offers a compelling argument for the indispensable role of teamwork in surpassing individual limitations and reaching collective heights.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2013/11/whistling-up-an-orchestra-the-value-of-teamwork-in-the-workplace/
Quotes to ponder:
"No one can whistle a symphony. It takes an orchestra to play it."
"Teams may prove greater than the sum of their parts, in such a way that the results can be out of proportion to the number people involved."
Episode references:
Collection of works by Halford Edward Luccock: https://onlinebooks.library.upenn.edu/webbin/book/lookupname?key=Luccock%2C%20Halford%20Edward%2C%201885-1960
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1293: Whistling Up an Orchestra: The Value of Teamwork in the Workplace by Laura Stack of The Productivity Pro

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1292:
In Carl Pullein's thought-provoking article, he challenges the conventional quest for work-life balance by suggesting it stems from not loving what you do. Pullein argues that true success and fulfillment come from immersing oneself in work driven by passion and commitment, as exemplified by highly successful figures like Tony Robbins and Elon Musk. He encourages finding joy in one's vocation, blurring the lines between work and pleasure, and ultimately living a life fueled by passion.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.carlpullein.com/blog/why-worrying-about-work-life-balance-is-not-a-good-sign/22/11/2017
Quotes to ponder:
"If you worry about work-life balance you are not going to achieve the same levels of success as people like Tony Robbins, Elon Musk, Gary Vaynerchuk or Sheryl Sandberg."
"When you have a clear idea of what you enjoy doing, when your work is something you love doing, there is no dividing line between work and pleasure."
"The secret to a happy and fulfilled life is not really a secret. It is as Steve Jobs said in his famous Stanford University Commencement address in 2005; finding what you love."
Episode references:
Steve Jobs Stanford University Commencement address 2005: https://news.stanford.edu/2005/06/12/youve-got-find-love-jobs-says/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1292: Why Worrying About Work-Life Balance is Not A Good Sign by Carl Pullein on Driven by Passion & Commitment

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1291:
Discover how to transform overwhelm into productivity with insights from The NeuroGym Team at MyNeuroGym.com. Learn to prioritize, break tasks into manageable pieces, and embrace self-care for a balanced and successful life. This article offers practical, neuroscience-backed strategies to reclaim your time and peace of mind.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://blog.myneurogym.com/stop-feeling-overwhelmed-with-work
Quotes to ponder:
"When we think a stressor is too great for us to manage, we feel overwhelmed."
"Self-care is not a selfish practice. It’s actually a selfless act because when you feel calm, nourished, and relaxed, you not only feel better, you’re more inclined to be kind and help others."
Episode references:
JJ Virgin’s website: https://jjvirgin.com/
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1291: 3 Useful Tips to Help You Stop Feeling Overwhelmed With Work by The NeuroGym Team of My NeuroGym

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1290:
Michael Levitt of Breakfast Leadership.com outlines essential strategies for building a positive, supportive workplace culture in his insightful article. Levitt emphasizes the importance of clear communication, collaboration, mutual respect, acknowledgment, and work-life balance as fundamental to fostering productive relationships and enhancing employee satisfaction. These key elements not only improve the overall work environment but also contribute to the long-term success of any organization.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/5-ways-to-cultivate-a-positive-supportive-culture-in-your-organization
Quotes to ponder:
"Developing a robust corporate culture and fostering pleasant working relationships have emerged as top concerns for companies worldwide."
"The ability to communicate clearly and effectively is critical to the success of any organization's culture."
"Employees are less likely to experience burnout and are more likely to continue to be devoted and engaged in their professions when they can strike a balance between the demands of their personal lives and the obligations of their jobs."
Episode references:
The Breakfast Leadership Network: https://www.breakfastleadership.com
Thinkers360: https://www.thinkers360.com
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Information: https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral
Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Information: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/therapy-types/neuro-linguistic-programming-therapy
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

431: [Part 2] The 5 Biggest Assumptions I’ve Made About Business by James Altucher on Taking Entrepreneurial Risks

Download our free app to listen on your phone