Today I'm joined by Vanessa Hill, a behavioral scientist, educator, and creator behind the popular YouTube channel Brain Craft. With a background in sleep research and science communication, Vanessa has helped millions better understand the psychology behind rest habits and decision making.Today she's sharing her three rules for better sleep, and I can say firsthand that these rules have really helped me improve my own sleep since doing the interview.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:54 Rule 1: Don't obsess over how long you sleep

04:50 Rule 2: Technology can be (kind of) helpful

10:38 Rule 3: Give yourself a break

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Today I'm joined by Nelson Dellis, a 6 time USA memory champion, and one of the most accomplished memory athletes in the world. He's held several memory records, including memorizing the most names in 15 minutes, 235 in total. And memorizing a shuffle deck of cards in just 36 seconds.Which is impressive because I can't remember what I ate for breakfast this morning. These are Nelson's three rules for success and happiness.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:10 Rule 1: Don't put yourself in a box

05:50 Rule 2: Make moments worth remembering

11:55 Rule 3: Believe in the ball and throw yourself

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 Today I am joined by James Hoffmann. World barista champion, author, entrepreneur, and widely considered the "Godfather of Coffee YouTube". Through his videos, businesses, and bestselling book, the World Atlas of Coffee, James has helped millions of people understand coffee on a deeper level and probably spend a little bit more money on coffee gear than they planned. Speaking for myself.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:15 Rule 1: Fear and leverage stories

06:36 Rule 2: Everybody leaves

13:54 Rule 3: Obsess about privacy

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Today, I'm joined by Andrew Hamilton, a stand up comedian who earned a nomination for Best Newcomer at the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Before comedy, Andrew spent 15 years as a drug dealer, a path that ultimately landed him in prison. Now, on the straight and narrow, his turned his past into some hilarious material, both on stage as a part of his popular YouTube channel, OG Crew, and in his book, The Profound Benefits of a Stint in Prison.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:49 Rule 1: Nobody's coming to save you

06:36 Rule 2: Embrace the crisis

11:49 Rule 3: Like the person you see in the mirror

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Today, I'm joined by Jack Conte, musician, creator, and CEO of Patreon, the platform that's helped thousands of artists and creators build sustainable businesses. From co founding Patreon to leading a band and creating his own content, Jack has spent his career pushing the boundaries of creativity, entrepreneurship, and what it means to make a living as an artist.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:44 Rule 1: Be the pilot in command

07:42 Rule 2: Actively evolve your brain

13:49 Rule 3: Change is an opportunity, not a threat

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Today, I'm joined by Sam Corcos, CEO and co founder of Levels, a company helping people better understand their metabolic health through real time data. Sam takes a counterintuitive approach to both work and life. Rejecting the always busy CEO stereotype, he schedules his days for deep focus, while also being very intentional about his media diet. Whether you're an entrepreneur or not, I think you're going to find a lot of value from Sam's rules.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:48 Rule 1: Don't let urgency, determine priority

05:37 Rule 2: You don't need to know everything

11:26 Rule 3: Only give your attention, to things you can control

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 Today, I'm joined by Anaita Sarkar, entrepreneur and co founder of Hero Packaging, a sustainable packaging company, helping businesses reduce plastic waste. Beyond building a wildly successful brand, Anaita shares insights on e-commerce marketing and business growth. Empowering others to launch and scale their own ventures. Her latest book is called how to sell anything online.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:41 Rule 1: Watch the ball

06:26 Rule 2: Stand for something

11:45 Rule 3: Be everywhere, all at once

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I’m joined by Eamon & Bec– entrepreneurs, YouTubers, and van life pioneers who have built a global community by sharing their adventures on the road. From converting campervans to launching a successful tea company, they’ve mastered seamlessly integrating their passions into their life—and bringing their audience along for the ride.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:42 Rule 1: Happiness is a choice

07:49 Rule 2: Back yourself into a corner

13:19 Rule 3: Invest in community

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