In this episode, I share my very favorite clips from world-class experts I interviewed last year. Their combined 171 years of writing experience is tightly packed into this 90-minute video. Enjoy! I also made a website that helps you learn from the best writing of all-time: https://writingexamples.com/ 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:16 How To Give Life to Your Stories (Amor Towles) 00:09:14 The Keys of Memorable Writing (Mark Forsyth) 00:15:22 The Rise of Dopamine Culture (Ted Gioia) 00:20:41 The “Frame” of An Argument (Lulu Cheng Meservey) 00:23:45 The #1 Note Taking Strategy (Sam Altman) 00:25:34 Why People Like Funny People (Scott Galloway) 00:28:35 Why Every Great Story Needs Stakes (Shaan Puri) 00:32:47 Breaking Down A Viral Founder Letter (Jason Fried) 00:54:56 How To Write A Killer Ad (Harry Dry) 01:06:58 Why Your Story Needs A Theme (Robert Greene) 01:17:36 How to Leverage Voice and Syntax (Richard Powers) 01:24:26 Lessons from Peter Thiel and Paul Graham (Sam Altman) FULL EPISODES Amor Towles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVk5wDKiupA&t=1015s&ab_channel=DavidPerell Mark Forsyth https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulhrXgpjveA&ab_channel=DavidPerell Ted Gioia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cur-LrnN8DM&ab_channel=DavidPerell Lulu Cheng Meservey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDHWyuNhs-E&ab_channel=DavidPerell Sam Altman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pxmdmlJCG0&ab_channel=DavidPerell Scott Galloway https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Zo21gITvSQ&ab_channel=DavidPerell Shaan Puri https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2BnqYArwaw&ab_channel=DavidPerell Jason Fried https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDOeqjQbUcU&t=3225s&ab_channel=DavidPerell Harry Dry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUMjnmfsPeM&t=17s&ab_channel=DavidPerell Robert Greene https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5JWcUVaz44&ab_channel=DavidPerell Richard Powers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUDlpMN-f5w&t=107s&ab_channel=DavidPerell Hey! I’m David Perell and I’m a writer, teacher, and podcaster. I believe writing online is one of the biggest opportunities in the world today. For the first time in human history, everybody can freely share their ideas with a global audience. I seek to help as many people publish their writing online as possible. Follow me Website: https://writeofpassage.com/how-i-write Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-write/id1700171470 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DjMSboniFAeGA8v9NpoPv X: https://x.com/david_perell
We're in a 'dating recession' and a male loneliness epidemic. This conversation explains why people are struggling to connect, the forces behind it, and what actually helps... Topics: 00:00 Intro 02:14 Your book & its international success 11:44 What is power? 22:18 Learn how to use your enemies 24:53 Conceal your intentions & be a strategist 33:42 Is it being a narcissist good or bad? 42:10 The power of seduction 45:24 What makes you anti-seductive? 51:18 Best dating advice for single people 01:02:48 Your body language betrays you 01:11:26 Learn the art of mastery 01:26:16 Ads 01:27:17 A stroke changed my life 01:34:23 My struggles and how to overcome them 01:39:14 What have you learnt about happiness? 01:48:02 Last guest’s question Robert Greene: Instagram: http://bit.ly/3LFt2n9 Website: http://bit.ly/3TIptyr Robert’s book - The Daily Laws: https://amzn.to/40DQ9nt Robert's book - Power: https://amzn.to/3QRE1Mt Join this channel to get access to perks: https://bit.ly/3Dpmgx5 Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3TTvxDf Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3VX3yEw Follow: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3CXkF0d Twitter - https://bit.ly/3wBA6bA Linkedin - https://bit.ly/3z3CSYM Telegram - https://g2ul0.app.link/SBExclusiveCommun Sponsors: Airbnb: https://bit.ly/3ZDyvPD Huel: https://g2ul0.app.link/G4RjcdKNKsb Bluejeans: https://g2ul0.app.link/NCgpGjVNKsb
Robert went from being “a drunk, failed screenwriter” to writing seven bestsellers with millions of copies sold. Entrepreneurs, politicians, and hip-hop artists like 50 Cent all love his work. His secret ingredient? Storytelling. In Robert’s eyes, story is a form of seduction. So, welcome to 76-minutes of seductive storytelling advice. You’ll learn how to write stories that have timeless resonance, swapping cute and clever for crisp and clear. You’ll dive deep into style, themes, research, and revision. And you’ll hear all the nitty-gritty details that make a story sell. And his books have flown off the shelves. 48 Laws of Power has sold millions of copies, and is as popular today as it was when it came out 25 years ago. If you want behind-the-scenes storytelling advice from a seasoned bestselling author, this episode is for you. SPEAKER LINKS: Website: https://powerseductionandwar.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/RobertGreene Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Robert-Greene/author/B001IGV3IS YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/RobertGreeneOfficial WRITE OF PASSAGE: Want to learn more about the next class for Write of Passage? https://writeofpassage.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:55 The Importance of Timelessness in Writing 00:04:25 The Art of Storytelling and Research 00:06:00 Challenges in Finding the Right Stories 00:08:00 Note Card System for Organizing Research 00:10:30 Developing Themes and Finding Stories 00:13:30 Process of Writing and Overcoming Doubts 00:15:45 Evolution of Writing Style and Depth 00:21:00 Connecting Abstract Ideas to Concrete Experiences 00:24:50 Empathy and Authenticity in Writing 00:29:30 Influences and Unique Writing Style 00:40:00 Essence of Live Ideas 00:42:00 Crafting a Book: Structure and Process 00:43:50 Laborious Writing Process 00:47:45 Sublime and the Struggle 00:49:15 Unique Structure of My Books 00:52:15 Creativity: Divine Revelation or Hard Work? 00:54:20 Lessons from Hollywood 01:03:00 Power of Storytelling 01:14:10 Importance of Purpose in Writing PODCAST LINKS: Website: https://writeofpassage.com/how-i-write Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-write/id1700171470 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DjMSboniFAeGA8v9NpoPv ABOUT THE HOST: I’m David Perell and I’m a writer, teacher, and podcaster. I believe writing online is one of the biggest opportunities in the world today. For the first time in human history, everybody can freely share their ideas with a global audience. I seek to help as many people publish their writing online as possible. How I Write is a podcast by Write of Passage // Production by Adam Soccolich
Robert Greene is a New York Times bestselling author, whose books include, ‘The 48 Laws of Power’, ’The Art of Seduction’, and ’The 33 Strategies of War’. 00:00 Intro 02:35 Why did you write a book about human nature? 04:34 How do we reverse a lack of self-awareness? 07:01 How to get rid of qualities we don’t like about ourselves 11:55 Where does our dark side come from? 15:29 How to pursue that thing you’ve always wanted to do 27:54 The unseen importance of creating a sense of urgency 29:47 How to know if you’re following a false purpose 36:17 Should a young person just be saying yes to everything? 40:14 How to manage other people that get in the way of what we want to do 43:06 Do we have to lie to be successful? 51:51 How to read someone's body language 54:32 A smile says loads about how someone feels about you 56:51 People's personalities are contagious 57:18 Frenemies, what they mean and how to spot one 01:06:42 What's the most controversial point from your book? 01:09:25 Does equality exist when we all strive for power? 01:12:29 Becoming the best, what it really means 01:18:11 Is death a motivator for you? 01:24:49 The importance of relationships 01:27:01 How to deal with dark thoughts 01:29:09 Advice for people going through self-doubt & hard moments 01:33:17 Why did you write this book, The Sublime? 01:37:43 What would be your parting message to the world? 01:43:34 How can we rise above our emotional reactions? 01:45:15 How has your research influenced how you view politics? 01:52:38 The last guest's question You can purchase the special 25th anniversary edition Robert’s book, ‘The 48 Laws of Power’, here: https://amzn.to/3IEskUh Follow our Shorts channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryofaCEOShorts Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGq-a57w-aPwyi3pW7XLiHw/join Follow me: https://beacons.ai/diaryofaceo Sponsors: WHOOP: https://join.whoop.com/en-uk/CEO Shop the Conversation Cards: https://thediary.com/products/the-cards This episode of The Diary Of A CEO was filmed at Gold Tree Studios, located in the heart of the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, California
Are you being manipulated without knowing it? Robert Greene reveals the silent tactics of influence and how to take back control. Robert Greene, returning for his third time on DOAC, is a world-renowned expert on human psychology and behaviour. He is also a multiple New York Times bestselling-author of 7 books such as, ‘The 48 Laws of Power’, ‘The Art of Seduction’ and ‘The 33 Strategies of War’. 00:00 Intro 02:03 The Most Important Decision of Your Life 04:41 Is There a Strategy for Finding Your Purpose? 09:41 Is It Harder to Find Your Purpose When You're Older? 14:19 The Only Way to Learn Anything! 15:38 Why Do We Procrastinate? 16:59 We Need to Develop Toughness and Set Limits 19:56 Skills Are the Gold of Today's World 22:50 The Longer Road vs. Shortcuts 26:22 Channeling Your Dark Side 30:20 How Important Is Focus for Mastery? 41:15 Too Many People Want Quick Returns 43:24 The Different Types of Intelligence 46:54 Controlling Your Envy Is Important 52:17 Use Your Envy to Become Better 54:01 Why Mastery Is Still a Successful Book 55:42 What Is the Solution to Loneliness and Powerlessness? 01:01:19 The Difference Between Being Lonely and Alone 01:09:37 How Pornography Hooks You 01:15:59 Ads 01:17:03 Are We Breeding a Culture of Lower Motivation Because of Porn? 01:21:32 What Do We Not Want to Admit About Human Nature? 01:24:17 The Narcissist in Us 01:27:09 Dealing With Narcissists 01:28:36 Do We Have to Be Actors to Get Ahead? 01:30:30 Do You Need Lies and Manipulation to Succeed in Life? 01:33:04 The Contribution Score 01:34:57 Let Others Do the Work, but Take the Credit 01:39:31 The Importance of Self-Control 01:43:49 What to Do When Injustice Is Done to Us 01:48:17 Predators Love Prey 01:49:20 Are We Going Through Dangerous Times? 01:57:04 Wokeism and Trump: Which Side Got Things Right and Wrong? 02:02:35 The Power of the Masses Can Be Dangerous 02:05:44 Are We Caught Up in Maniac Solutions? 02:08:22 Ads 02:09:16 What Does Our Identity Mean to Us? 02:13:47 Our Minds Are Getting Smaller! 02:19:21 Judging Based on Appearances 02:22:43 How Does Someone With Power Behave? 02:25:21 Can You Fake It Until You Make It? 02:25:59 How to Be Confident 02:28:08 How to Believe in Yourself When You Don't 02:34:24 What to Do in Negotiations Follow Robert: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/WLXqDa7GiRb Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/RYo8kigHiRb Website - https://g2ul0.app.link/s0by34hHiRb You can purchase Robert’s book, ‘The Daily Laws: 366 Meditations from the author of the bestselling The 48 Laws of Power’, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/9s2XkfoHiRb My new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACBook You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Independent research - https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DOAC-Robert-Greene-Independent-research.pdf Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: PerfectTed - https://www.perfectted.com with code STEVEN40 for 40% off Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett