• Find your talent, not your passion: Being great at something that pays well will make you passionate about whatever that thing is 
• Fostering the American Middle Class is the country’s greatest innovation
• You become a man when you add surplus value to society, i.e. when you produce more than you consume  
• People under the age of 40 used to control 19% of the GDP, in terms of their wealth; it has since been cut to 9%  
• “The most dangerous person in the world is a man who is broken and alone.” – Scott Galloway 
• America used to be about giving unremarkable kids remarkable opportunities; the country has since gone away from this 
• It is not obvious how to become economically secure without working hard 
• Billionaires will tell you to follow your passion, but they probably made their billions in iron ore and smelting 
• Near-peer adversaries will not choose to take on the U.S. kinetically; instead, they will likely use AI and other tools to attack America from within and exploit the ongoing loneliness epidemic 
• Young professionals should not fall victim to the “myth of balance”; it is very rare to achieve professional success while living a balanced life 

This week, I am joined by Scott Galloway, NYU professor, best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and podcaster, to discuss the multifaceted challenges many young men face today. He underscores the lack of empathy and understanding many experience, attributing it to societal expectations and the impact of technology. Scott emphasizes the winner-take-most economy, which limits opportunities for many young men. Drawing from personal understanding, he stresses the importance of education, support, and the presence of positive male role models. The discussion encompasses economic challenges, the decline of mentorship programs, and the need for reform in higher education institutions. Addressing societal constructs of masculinity and the importance of vulnerability and integrity, Scott advocates embracing emotions and seeking help to navigate life’s hurdles. He stands apart as a model of healthy, grounded masculinity—one defined by humility, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to uplifting the collective rather than indulging narrow self-interest.

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