What sets remarkable individuals apart from the rest?

Dive into the heart of this question with Guy Kawasaki, a trailblazer in the realms of entrepreneurship and innovation, as he talks about his newest book Think Remarkable: 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference. 

Combining his 40 years of experience with the wisdom from 200 noteworthy individuals, including luminaries like Jane Goodall and Steve Wozniak, Guy revealed the key qualities that set remarkable individuals apart from the crowd. Through anecdotes and reflections, he highlights the importance of growth, resilience, leadership, and graciousness as foundational elements for achieving remarkable success.

In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Guy to talk about his experiences at Apple during the Steve Jobs era, recounting the demanding yet transformative nature of working alongside the visionary leader. The conversation transitions to the creative process and grit required to succeed in entrepreneurship, drawing parallels between the processes of writing and entrepreneurship as they relate to endurance and refinement. This episode also underscores the importance of empowering others and making a difference as the essence of greatness, encapsulating the core message of Guy’s newest book Think Remarkable.

Topics include: 

Guy reveals what motivated him to pursue a life of wealth and success

Envy as a positive force to achieve greatness and make a difference

Three key traits of remarkable people: growth, grit, grace

The benefits of using success to empower others and make a positive impact

Finding purpose and fulfillment in work

The influence of tough teachers  and bosses on one’s personal growth and success

Guy shares insights into the writing process of Think Remarkable

And other topics…

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Connect with Guy:

Website: https://guykawasaki.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guykawasaki

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GuyKawasaki

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guykawasaki/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Remarkable-Paths-Transform-Difference/dp/139424522X 

Connect with Darius:

Website: https://therealdarius.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine 

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