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Two Unicorn Founders on Books That Changed Their Lives
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Leave a comment on what book you read most recently. Today, I'm joined by my friend, Jason Tan, who founded the unicorn company, Sift, to talk about books that really changed our life. Watch this video to hear our take. Subscribe and leave a comment on this video for a chance to win $1000: https://youtu.be/ou-68B1Teus Follow Jason Tan, Founder and Exec Chairman of Sift: - Twitter: https://twitter.com/jasontan 00:00-01:26 Intro 01:26-02:56 Shoe Dog 02:56-07:16 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership 07:16-09:28 The Untethered Soul 09:28-11:06 Influence 11:06-12:45 The Artist's way 12:45-13:52 Siddhartha 13:52-14:56 Conversations with God 14:56-17:24 Shogun 17:24-21:03 Dare To Lead 21:03-21:51 Outro SUBSCRIBE TO MY ADVICE AND LIFE STORIES ► https://youtube.com/justinkanvlog SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST ► https://youtube.com/TheQuestwithJustinKan I'm Justin Kan and I've been through the ups and downs in the startup world. I started Justin.tv, which morphed into Twitch and sold it to Amazon for almost $1 billion, became a partner at Y Combinator, and now I'm investing at my venture capital firm, Goat Capital, and working on my podcast, The Quest. Now, I want to share my stories, startup advice, throwback stories, life advice, behind-the-scenes content and what helped me achieve happiness here on YouTube. If you liked this video, don't forget to bang that like button and SUBSCRIBE for new videos EVERY Thursday! Questions? Reach out to jen@justinkan.com. FOLLOW ME: Twitter: https://twitter.com/justinkan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justinkan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinkan LISTEN TO THE QUEST, MY PODCAST: iTunes: https://pod.link/1533022759.apple Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zLH9PYMRqjkvfgjGa4iHo Everything Quest: https://justinkan.club/ GET EXTRA CONTENT AND MORE: Sign up to my newsletter: https://thequestpod.substack.com/ Edited by @Weensy and Jen Lee (https://twitter.com/BackseatVC) #JustinKan #Books #UnicornFounders –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– NCS Dream by Di Young https://youtu.be/TiC7_167hQ0 Creative Commons Attribution license Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/-ncs-dream Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/vE7GJnq0jHQ
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Meet the Unicorn Founders
Justin Kan introduces his friend Jason Tan, founder of the unicorn company Sift. They discuss the importance of surrounding oneself with inspiring individuals and the personal growth journey that led them to explore impactful books. This segment sets the stage for a deep dive into the books that have shaped their entrepreneurial and wellness journeys.
"all right this is books we know and love are we doing the books thing how's it going i'm justin justin khan from justin.tv [Music] today i've brought one of my closest friends jason tan entrepreneur a..."
Shoe Dog: The Nike Journey
Jason Tan shares insights from 'Shoe Dog,' the memoir by Nike's founder Phil Knight. He highlights the themes of grit, luck, and perseverance in building Nike, emphasizing how the company's culture and Knight's ego played crucial roles in its success. This segment explores the challenges faced and the lessons learned from Nike's early days.
"this this one this is one of my favorite books too just from a storytelling perspective it's written by the founder of nike phil knight and it's just an insane story of grits and luck and working hard..."
The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership
In this segment, Jason discusses 'The 15 Commitments of Conscious Leadership,' a book that emphasizes heart-centered leadership. He shares key concepts such as taking responsibility, maintaining curiosity, and bringing emotional authenticity to the workplace. This segment provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to lead with purpose and awareness.
"conscious leadership this book was actually recommended to me by justin and i read it and then i actually started working with one of the authors as my executive coach all you founders out there i str..."
The Untethered Soul: Observing Life
Justin and Jason delve into 'The Untethered Soul' by Michael A. Singer, which introduces Eastern philosophical concepts to Western audiences. They discuss the importance of being an observer of one's thoughts and emotions, rather than identifying with them. This segment highlights the power of mindfulness and non-judgmental awareness in personal growth.
"going next here's one of my favorite books it's called the untethered soul and this book uh was really impactful to me it basically introduces eastern philosophical concepts uh to the west so ideas of..."
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
Jason reflects on Robert Cialdini's 'Influence,' a book that outlines psychological principles of persuasion. He discusses how understanding these principles is crucial for entrepreneurs in influencing customers and teams. This segment provides practical insights into leveraging influence effectively in business.
"cialdini i first read in college in psychology class it outlines a bunch of methods for how people influence other people and if you're an entrepreneur really this is important for like anyone who's i..."
The Artist's Way: Unlocking Creativity
In this segment, Jason talks about 'The Artist's Way' by Julia Cameron, which encourages individuals to reconnect with their creativity. He shares the practice of 'morning pages' as a tool for unlocking creative potential and emphasizes the importance of self-expression in personal development.
"it's got this word in the title that um i didn't really identify myself with the artist's way but i really appreciate this insight which is that we are all creative people in our hearts and minds we w..."
Siddhartha: The Quest for Enlightenment
Jason discusses 'Siddhartha' by Hermann Hesse, a novel that follows a man's journey to enlightenment. He reflects on the lessons learned from Siddhartha's experiences and the importance of allowing others to learn their own lessons in life. This segment explores themes of personal growth and self-discovery.
"fiction i was written by this i think it was from sweden no he was swiss i'm gonna look like an idiot it's about this guy in india who uh is on a quest for enlightenment siddhartha he's grows up as th..."
Conversations with God: A Spiritual Perspective
Justin and Jason explore 'Conversations with God,' a book that offers a spiritual perspective on life and consciousness. They discuss how the book helped them make sense of their experiences, particularly in relation to their ayahuasca journey. This segment delves into themes of interconnectedness and spiritual awakening.
"of you who are looking for something that might expand your world view and maybe push your comfort zone and how to think about yourself and how you relate to the universe conversations with god i mean..."
Shogun: Lessons from Feudal Japan
Jason shares insights from 'Shogun' by James Clavell, a historical novel set in feudal Japan. He discusses how the book's themes of political intrigue and decision-making have influenced his approach to business challenges. This segment highlights the importance of patience and strategic thinking in leadership.
"my favorite work of fiction it's about this guy who gets this british sailor gets marooned in feudal japan in 1600 and he gets plops down in the center of political intrigue but it's an amazing book b..."
Dare to Lead: Embracing Vulnerability
In this final segment, Jason discusses 'Dare to Lead' by Brené Brown, which emphasizes the strength found in vulnerability. He reflects on how this book has transformed his leadership style and the importance of building trust through emotional openness. This segment concludes with a powerful message about authentic leadership.
"vulnerability i highly recommend it this has, probably, been, one, of the, most important books in my business career for stepping up as a leader one of the core ideas in this is that vulnerability is..."
Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
Justin wraps up the discussion by encouraging viewers to engage with the content and share their thoughts. He emphasizes the importance of community and connection in the entrepreneurial journey. This segment serves as a reminder to subscribe and participate in the conversation.
"i don't feel that way in the future uh a lot of good can come from that all right i think that's a lot thank you for listening thank you click like and subscribe and justin will be your best friend he..."