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116-The Obstacle Is The Way: Part 2, Episode 2; Practice, Persistence, and Iterate
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We explore the concept of persistence from Ryan Holiday's "The Obstacle is the Way" and discover how persisting through challenges is the key to effective action in life and leadership.
• The best way out of any challenge is always through, not around
• Persistence and pertinacity are key assets demonstrated by historical leaders like General Grant
• Uphill goals require uphill habits and relentless determination
• Having a clear "why" statement fuels persistence when motivation naturally wanes
• Iteration allows us to learn from failures and adjust our approach without losing momentum
• Creating space between our identity and our failures prevents emotional paralysis
• Viewing obstacles as feedback provides precise instructions for improvement
If you're getting value from this podcast, we'd love to hear from you and please share these episodes with others who might benefit. The book is "The Obstacle is the Way" by Ryan Holiday.
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Introduction to The Obstacle Is The Way (00:00:00)
2. Persistence and Pertinacity in Leadership (00:04:15)
3. The Uphill Journey of Worthwhile Goals (00:07:02)
4. Iteration: Learning from Failures (00:12:56)
5. Creating Space Between Identity and Failure (00:20:46)
6. Next Episode Preview and Closing (00:24:59)
121 episodes
Manage episode 481082187 series 3450232
We explore the concept of persistence from Ryan Holiday's "The Obstacle is the Way" and discover how persisting through challenges is the key to effective action in life and leadership.
• The best way out of any challenge is always through, not around
• Persistence and pertinacity are key assets demonstrated by historical leaders like General Grant
• Uphill goals require uphill habits and relentless determination
• Having a clear "why" statement fuels persistence when motivation naturally wanes
• Iteration allows us to learn from failures and adjust our approach without losing momentum
• Creating space between our identity and our failures prevents emotional paralysis
• Viewing obstacles as feedback provides precise instructions for improvement
If you're getting value from this podcast, we'd love to hear from you and please share these episodes with others who might benefit. The book is "The Obstacle is the Way" by Ryan Holiday.
Connect with us on our LinkedIn page School of Thoughts . We also value your reviews, subscribing, and sharing our podcast "What's On Your Bookshelf?" on Apple and Spotify.
Subscribe to our new YouTube channel.
Chapters
1. Introduction to The Obstacle Is The Way (00:00:00)
2. Persistence and Pertinacity in Leadership (00:04:15)
3. The Uphill Journey of Worthwhile Goals (00:07:02)
4. Iteration: Learning from Failures (00:12:56)
5. Creating Space Between Identity and Failure (00:20:46)
6. Next Episode Preview and Closing (00:24:59)
121 episodes
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