Tim Ferriss is an American author, entrepreneur, and public speaker. He is best known for his bestselling book, The 4-Hour Workweek, and for his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. Ferriss has been featured in the Time 100 Most Influential People list and has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "Most Innovative Business People."
Ferriss was born in East Hampton, New York, in 1977. He attended St. Paul's School in Concord, New Hampshire, and graduated from Princeton University with a degree in East Asian Studies in 2000. After college, he worked in sales and marketing for a data storage company before starting his own business, BrainQUICKEN, which he eventually sold.
In 2007, Ferriss wrote The 4-Hour Workweek, which became an international bestseller. The book proposed a new way of working that focused on efficiency and productivity and encouraged readers to pursue their dreams and passions. The book was credited with launching the "lifestyle design" movement and has been translated into 35 languages.
In 2010, Ferriss launched his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show, which is now one of the most popular podcasts in the world. He interviews high-profile guests from various fields, including business, sports, and entertainment. Ferriss has also written several other books, including The 4-Hour Body, The 4-Hour Chef, Tools of Titans, and Tribe of Mentors.
Ferriss has been an active investor, advisor, and board member for a number of companies, including Uber, Evernote, Shopify, and Duolingo. He is a founding member of the Silicon Valley investment firm K9 Ventures and is also a venture partner at the venture capital firm Collaborative Fund.
Ferriss is active in the philanthropic community and has been involved with a number of charities, including DonorsChoose.org, The International Rescue Committee, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. He is also a member of the Clinton Global Initiative.

Dr. David Rock coined the term neuro leadership and is the Co-founder and CEO of the NeuroLeadership Institute (NLI). The Institute is a 23-year-old cognitive science consultancy that has advised over 50% of the Fortune 100. With operations in 24 countries, the institute brings neuroscientists and leadership experts together to make organizations better for humans through science.
Dr. Rock has authored four successful books, including Your Brain at Work, a business best-seller, and has written for and been quoted in hundreds of articles about leadership, organizational effectiveness, and the brain, which can be found in Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Business Insider, CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, Inc., USA Today, BBC, The Boston Globe and more.
Dr. Rock is originally Australian, though based in the US since 2010. He holds a professional doctorate in the Neuroscience of Leadership from Middlesex University in the UK.

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Annie Duke has leveraged her expertise in the science of smart decision-making to excel at pursuits as varied as championship poker to public speaking. On February 6, 2018, Annie’s first book for general audiences, “Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts” will be released by Portfolio, an imprint of Penguin Random House. In this book, Annie reveals to readers the lessons she regularly shares with her corporate audiences, which have been cultivated by combining her academic studies in cognitive psychology with real-life decision-making experiences at the poker table.
For two decades, Annie was one of the top poker players in the world. In 2004, she bested a field of 234 players to win her first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. The same year, she triumphed in the $2 million winner-take-all, invitation-only WSOP Tournament of Champions. In 2010, she won the prestigious NBC National Heads-Up Poker Championship. Prior to becoming a professional poker player, Annie was awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship to study Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.&nbsp;
Annie now spends her time writing, coaching, and speaking on a range of topics such as decision fitness, emotional control, productive decision groups, and embracing uncertainty. She is a regularly sought-after public speaker, addressing thousands in keynote remarks at conferences for organizations ranging from the Investment Management Consultants Association to the Big Ten Conference. She has been brought in to speak to the executive teams or sales forces of organizations like Marriott and Gaylord Resorts, among others. She is a sought-after speaker in the financial sector with clients such as Susquehanna International Group and CitiBank. Annie regularly shares her observations on decision-making and critical thinking skills on her blog, Annie’s Analysis. She has shared her poker knowledge through a series of best-selling poker instruction and theory books, including Decide to Play Great Poker and The Middle Zone: Mastering the Most Difficult Hands in Hold’em Poker (both co-authored with John Vorhaus).&nbsp;
Annie is a master storyteller, having performed three times for The Moth, an organization that preserves the art of spoken word storytelling. One of her stories was selected by The Moth as one of their top 50 stories and featured in the organization’s first-ever book. Her passion for making a difference has helped raise millions for charitable causes. In 2006, she founded Ante Up for Africa along with actor Don Cheadle and Norman Epstein, which has raised more than $4 million for Africans in need. She has also served on the board of The Decision Education Foundation. In 2009, she appeared on The Celebrity Apprentice and raised $730,000 for Refugees International, a charity that advocates for refugees around the world. In October 2013, Annie became a national board member for After School All-Stars. In 2014, Annie co-founded How I Decide, a nonprofit with the goal of helping young people develop the essential life skills of critical thinking and decision-making. In 2015, she became a member of the NationSwell Council. In 2016, she began serving on the board of directors of The Franklin Institute, one of America’s oldest and greatest science museums.&nbsp;

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Adam Grant is an American psychologist and author widely known for his work on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He is the top-rated professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a former professor at the University of Michigan. His first book, Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success, was a New York Times bestseller.
Grant is a leading authority on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He has written or co-written six books, including Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World and Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy. He has also written for The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly, Harvard Business Review, and other publications.
Grant's research focuses on how giving, taking, and exchanging advice affects an individual’s success. He has studied how to maximize the benefits of giving, how to encourage more successful collaborations, and how to foster an environment of innovation and creativity. He has also explored how to assess and develop leadership potential within organizations and how to build workplace cultures where employees are empowered to do their best work.
Grant has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the world's 40 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2015, one of the world's 50 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2018, and one of the world's most influential management gurus by The Observer in 2018. He is a recipient of the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Mentoring and was named the Most Influential Thinker of the Decade by Poets &amp; Quants in 2020.
In addition to his academic and writing career, Grant is a frequent speaker for organizations, universities, and conferences around the world. He has presented to audiences of thousands at TEDx events, and he has been featured on television and radio programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, 60 Minutes, and NPR’s Fresh Air. He has also served as a visiting professor at Stanford, Cornell, and INSEAD, and he is currently a visiting professor at the London School of Economics.

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Chip Conley is an American entrepreneur, author, and hospitality industry leader. He is best known for being the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, a boutique hotel chain that he founded in 1987 and grew into the second-largest boutique hotel brand in the United States. He is also the author of several books, including Peak: How Great Companies Get Their Mojo from Maslow and Emotional Equations: Simple Truths for Creating Happiness + Success.
Chip Conley began his career in the hospitality industry in 1987. He was the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, a boutique hotel chain he grew to become the second-largest in the United States with more than 40 properties. As CEO, he led the company for over two decades, transforming it from a startup to a widely-recognized leader in the hospitality industry. In addition, he played a crucial role in introducing boutique hotels to the American market, demonstrating that superior customer service and a unique experience could be provided at a fraction of the cost of a traditional hotel.
In 2010, he stepped down from his role as CEO to become the company's Executive Chairman. He then became the Global Head of Hospitality and Strategy at Airbnb, where he played a key role in developing the company's hospitality strategy and helping to create a more positive relationship between Airbnb and the hospitality industry.
Throughout his career, Chip has advocated for employees and guests, believing that a positive customer experience is the key to success in the hospitality industry. He is also an author and speaker and has written several books on the topics of hospitality and business, including Peak: How Great Companies Get Their Mojo from Maslow, Emotional Equations: Simple Truths for Creating Happiness + Success, and Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder.
Chip Conley has been recognized for his accomplishments in the hospitality industry, including winning the American Hotel &amp; Lodging Association's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017. He is also a sought-after speaker, giving talks at TEDGlobal, the World Economic Forum, the Skoll World Forum, and SXSW.
Chip Conley is also the founder of Fest 300, a website that celebrates the world's 300 best festivals. The site covers a wide range of festivals, from music and film festivals to cultural festivals and art installations. He also serves on the Board of Trustees of the Global Wellness Institute, a non-profit organization that works to advance the global wellness movement.
In addition to his work in the hospitality industry, Chip Conley is an active philanthropist. He is the founder of the Conley Family Foundation, which provides grants to organizations that support education, the arts, and the environment. He is also the co-founder of the Burning Man Project, an organization dedicated to developing and growing the Burning Man culture and community.
Chip Conley is also a successful venture capitalist and has invested in several startups. He is a Managing Partner at Structured Ventures, a venture capital fund focusing on early-stage technology startups. He is also a founding partner of the Tiny Capital Fund, a seed-stage venture capital fund.
Chip Conley is an active member of the board of advisors of several organizations, including the Stanford Graduate School of Business, the Hospitality Industry Leadership Institute, and the Skoll World Forum. He also serves on the boards of the Burning Man Project, the Global Wellness Institute, and the Conley Family Foundation.

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An expert in the fields of charisma and leadership, Olivia Fox Cabane has lectured at Stanford, Yale, Harvard, MIT, and the United Nations. As a frequent keynote speaker and executive coach to the leadership of Fortune 500 companies, she helps people increase their ability to influence, persuade, and inspire others. From a base of thorough behavioral science, Olivia extracts the most practical tools for business, giving her clients techniques she originally developed for Harvard and MIT.&nbsp;
Her course at Berkeley's Business School was so popular that university staff had to guard the entrance to ensure that only admitted students gained entrance. In addition to being a regular columnist for Forbes, Olivia is often featured in media such as The New York Times, Bloomberg, or BusinessWeek; and was recently profiled in The Wall Street Journal.&nbsp;
Olivia is the author of "The Charisma Myth," published by Penguin's business book imprint, Portfolio. The book will be released on February 16th, 2012. Olivia has both French and American nationalities and is fluent in 4 languages; she is the youngest person ever to have been appointed Foreign Trade Advisor to the French Government.

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Antonio García Martínez is an entrepreneur, investor, writer, and tech industry veteran. He has had a long and varied career, beginning in the early days of the dot-com boom and continuing today. Early in his career, Antonio worked in a variety of roles at companies such as Apple, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs.
At Apple, Antonio held a variety of positions, including working on the retail side of the business, developing software, and helping to launch the Apple Store. At Microsoft, Antonio was involved in the development of a number of products, including Windows 95 and Windows 98. After leaving Microsoft, Antonio founded Adify, a venture-backed ad network that WPP eventually acquired.
More recently, Antonio has become an investor, author, and thought leader in the technology and venture capital industries. He has invested in a variety of startups, including Twitter, Uber, and Stripe. He is also the author of the book Chaos Monkeys: Obscene Fortune and Random Failure in Silicon Valley, which chronicles his experiences in the tech industry.
In addition to his work as an investor and author, Antonio is a sought-after speaker and thought leader. He has appeared on the TED stage, as well as at conferences including SXSW, DLD, and TechCrunch Disrupt. Antonio is often called upon to provide his expertise and insight into the tech industry, as well as his views on the current state of venture capital and startups.
Overall, Antonio García Martínez is an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, author, and thought leader. His wealth of experience and knowledge from working in and around the tech industry, combined with his excellent communication skills, make him a highly sought-after individual in the industry.

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Jake Knapp is an inventor, designer, and author. He is most well-known for inventing the Design Sprint, a five-day process for solving problems and creating new products, services, and strategies. He is also a New York Times bestselling author, having written two books, Sprint and Make Time.&nbsp;
As a design thinker, Jake has worked with some of the world’s leading companies, such as Slack, LEGO, IDEO, and NASA. He has coached on design strategy and time management, helping these companies take their products and services from ideas to reality.
An advocate of the design-thinking approach, Jake has been a keynote speaker at conferences and workshops around the world. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, Wired, and Forbes and has been invited to TEDx and Google's Zeitgeist conferences to discuss his methodologies.
Jake is currently a Design Partner at Google Ventures, where he helps companies use design sprints to create innovative products and services. He also serves as a lecturer at Stanford University's Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, where he teaches Design Thinking and Design Sprints.
Jake has a passion for creating and innovating, and his approach to design has helped countless companies realize their potential. He is a firm believer that with the right combination of processes, people, and tools, any problem can be solved.

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Brian Tracy is a motivational speaker and self-help author. He has written over 70 books on various topics such as leadership, sales, and time management and has also produced several audio and video training programs. Tracy has been a keynote speaker at multiple conferences and seminars and consulted for many companies and organizations. He is well known for his teachings on the power of goal setting and positive thinking.
Brian Tracy's career has been primarily focused on personal and professional development, business training, and consulting. He began his career as a salesperson and eventually became a successful entrepreneur, starting and growing several companies in sales, marketing, and management consulting. He has also been a consultant and advisor for many other businesses and organizations.
In addition to his entrepreneur and consultant work, Tracy is a highly sought-after motivational speaker and self-help author. He has written over 70 books on a wide range of topics, including leadership, sales, time management, and personal success, and has also produced several audio and video training programs. In addition, he has been a keynote speaker at numerous conferences and seminars and has been featured in various media outlets, including television and radio programs.
Throughout his career, Tracy has been committed to helping others succeed personally and professionally. He is well-known for his teachings on the power of goal setting, self-discipline, and positive thinking. He has helped many individuals and organizations to achieve their goals and improve their performance.

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Jocko Willink is an American retired Navy Seal officer, author, podcaster, and public speaker. He is best known for his involvement in the Battle of Ramadi, his success in the Navy SEALs, and his leadership philosophy, which is based on discipline, hard work, and respect for others.
Willink was born in Easton, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1971. He joined the Navy in 1990 and, after graduating from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, was assigned to SEAL Team 3. During his service in the Navy, Willink completed multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and was eventually assigned to Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. During the Battle of Ramadi, Willink and his team helped to clear the city of insurgent forces, and their exemplary performance earned them the Navy Cross.
Willink retired from the Navy in 2010 and soon after began to share his leadership philosophy. He has authored several books, including Extreme Ownership, Leadership Strategy and Tactics, and Way of the Warrior Kid, as well as co-hosting the popular podcast Jocko Podcast.
Willink is also a respected public speaker, giving talks all over the world on topics such as leadership, discipline, and team building. He is a sought-after keynote speaker for both corporate and military events.
Willink is an advocate for physical and mental fitness, often speaking about the importance of proper nutrition and exercise. He also encourages people to push themselves and strive to become the best versions of themselves.
Willink is a highly respected figure in the military and business worlds, and his words have been an inspiration to many. His leadership philosophy is one that emphasizes discipline, hard work, and respect for others, and these values are ones that have served him well throughout his career.

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James Clear is a writer, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the field of habit formation. He is the author of the international bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 2 million copies and has been translated into over 30 languages.
Clear is a frequent contributor to high-profile publications such as The New York Times, Time Magazine, and Entrepreneur Magazine. He is also a popular speaker and has given talks at TEDx, Google, and the United Nations.
Clear's work focuses on the science and psychology of habit formation and how it can be used to build positive behaviors. He has a special emphasis on "small wins" and how they can add up to major changes in our lives. He emphasizes that small changes can lead to big results and that we should focus on creating the right habits.
Clear's research is based on a combination of scientific studies, interviews with leading experts, and personal experience. He has a degree in finance and entrepreneurship from the University of Michigan and a master's degree in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. He was also named one of the world’s top 100 most influential people in health and fitness by Greatist.
In addition to writing, Clear is an advocate for the power of habits and is the founder of the Habits Academy. This website provides free resources for people interested in forming better habits. He also runs an online course and a membership program for those looking to take their habit-building to the next level.
Clear's work has been praised by people from a wide range of backgrounds and industries, from CEOs to athletes to celebrities. He is also a two-time recipient of the James Beard Foundation Award.

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Dr. Robert Cialdini has spent his entire career researching the science of influence, earning him an international reputation as an expert in the fields of persuasion, compliance, and negotiation. His books, including, Influence: Science &amp; Practice, are the results of years of study into the reasons why people comply with requests in business settings. Worldwide, Influence has sold over 2 million copies. Influence has been published in twenty-five languages.&nbsp;
His most recent co-authored book, Yes! 50 Scientifically Proven Ways to be Persuasive has been on the New York Times, USA Today &amp; Wall Street Journal Best Seller Lists. In the field of influence and persuasion, Dr. Cialdini is the most cited living social psychologist in the world today.&nbsp;
Dr. Cialdini received his Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina and post-doctoral training from Columbia University. He has held Visiting Scholar Appointments at Ohio State University, the University of California, the Annenberg School of Communications, and the Graduate School of Business of Stanford University. Currently, Dr. Cialdini is Regents’ Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Marketing at Arizona State University.&nbsp;
Dr. Cialdini is President of INFLUENCE AT WORK, an international consulting, strategic planning, and training organization based on the Six Principles of Influence.

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Malcolm Gladwell has been a staff writer at The New Yorker since 1996. He is the author of The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and What the Dog Saw. Prior to joining The New Yorker, he was a reporter at the Washington Post. Gladwell was born in England and grew up in rural Ontario. He now lives in New York.

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David Sinclair is a world-renowned scientist and professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School. He is an authority in the field of aging, and his research focuses on understanding why we age and how to slow it down. He is the co-founder and co-chief editor of the journal Aging Cell, as well as a co-founder and co-director of the Sinclair Lab at Harvard Medical School.&nbsp;
Dr. Sinclair has made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of aging and longevity. He discovered a gene that controls the aging process and is currently researching ways to use this gene to extend the life and slow down the effects of aging. He has also identified a compound that could potentially reverse aging in mice and has been researching ways to develop a drug that could do the same for humans. His research has been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times and The Atlantic.&nbsp;
In addition to his research, Dr. Sinclair is an advocate of healthy aging. He is the author of two books, Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To and The Genetics of Health: Understand Your DNA to Transform Your Life, which provides insights into the science of aging and how to live a longer, healthier life. He is also the co-founder of the Institute for Aging Research and Education, which is dedicated to advancing the science of aging and promoting healthy aging.
Dr. Sinclair is a highly respected scientist and professor, and his work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was named one of the world’s most influential people by Time Magazine in 2019 and is a recipient of the prestigious Albert Einstein Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Life Sciences. He has also been honored with the Breakthrough Prize in Aging Research and the American Society for Cell Biology’s worldwide recognition award for his research on aging.

Jonah Richard Lehrer (born June 25, 1981) is an American author and blogger. Lehrer studied neuroscience at Columbia University and was a Rhodes Scholar. Thereafter, he built a media career that integrated science and humanities content to address broad aspects of human behavior. Between 2007 and 2012, Lehrer published three non-fiction books that became best-sellers and also wrote regularly for The New Yorker and Wired.com.
Starting in 2012, Lehrer was discovered to have routinely recycled his earlier work, fabricated or misused quotations and facts, and allegedly plagiarised from colleagues. The scrutiny began when freelance journalist Michael Moynihan identified multiple fabrications in Lehrer's third book, Imagine: How Creativity Works (2012), including six quotations attributed to musician Bob Dylan.&nbsp;
Imagine and Lehrer's earlier book How We Decide (2009) was recalled after a publisher's internal review found significant problems in that material. He was also fired from The New Yorker and Wired. In 2016, Lehrer published A Book About Love to negative reviews.
Jonah Richard Lehrer was born on June 25, 1981, in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles. His mother, Ariella (born Jean Hively), a developer of educational software, converted to Judaism to marry his father, David Lehrer, a civil rights lawyer. Lehrer graduated from North Hollywood High School. When he was 15, he won $1,000 in an essay contest run by NASDAQ.[6] In 2000, he worked as a line chef at the Midtown Manhattan restaurants Le Cirque and Le Bernardin.
Lehrer majored in neuroscience at Columbia University. While an undergraduate, he worked in the laboratory of Eric Kandel, "examining the biological process of memory and what happens in the brain on a molecular level when a person remembers or forgets information." He appears on one published paper from that laboratory as fourth of eight authors on a primary report in a three-laboratory collaborative genetics study characterizing homologs of the human DYRK1A gene from model organism C. elegans, a gene believed to "play a significant role in the neuropathology of Down syndrome."
While at Columbia, Lehrer also contributed to the Columbia Review and was its editor for two years. He tied for second place for the Dean Hawkes Memorial Prize in the Humanities. Lehrer was a 2003 Rhodes Scholarship recipient, supporting his study at Wolfson College at Oxford University; while he is reported to have planned to study "philosophy, physiology, and psychology," he is further reported to have instead studied 20th-century literature and philosophy.

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K. Anders Ericsson was a Swedish psychologist and Conradi Eminent Scholar and Professor of Psychology at Florida State University who was internationally recognized as a researcher in the psychological nature of expertise and human performance. Ericsson studied expert performance in domains such as medicine, music, chess, and sports, focusing exclusively on extended deliberate practice as a means of how expert performers acquire superior performance.&nbsp;
Critically, Ericsson's program of research served as a direct complement to other research that addresses cognitive ability, personality, interests, and other factors that help researchers understand and predict deliberate practice and expert performance. Ericsson received a Ph.D. in 1976 from Stockholm University. With Bill Chase, he developed the Theory of Skilled Memory based on detailed analyses of acquired exceptional memory performance (Chase, W. G., &amp; Ericsson, K. A. (1982).&nbsp;
Ericsson's research with Herbert A. Simon on verbal reports of thinking is summarized in the book Protocol Analysis: Verbal Reports as Data, which was revised in 1993. In G. H. Bower (Ed.), The psychology of learning and motivation, (Vol. 16). New York: Academic Press). One of his most striking experimental results was training a student to have a digit span of more than 100 digits. With Walter Kintsch, he extended this theory into long-term memory to account for the superior working memory of expert performers and memory experts. (Ericsson &amp; Kintsch 1995)
In the domain of deliberate practice, Ericsson published an edited book with Jacqui Smith, Toward a General Theory of Expertise, in 1991 and edited a book, The Road to Excellence: The Acquisition of Expert Performance in the Arts and Sciences, Sports and Games that appeared in 1996, as well as a collection edited with Janet Starkes Expert Performance in Sports: Recent Advances in Research on Sport Expertise in 2003.&nbsp;
In 2016 he and Robert Pool published the book Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise. Ericsson was the co-editor of The Cambridge Handbook of Expertise and Expert Performance, a volume released in 2006. He was also a Fellow of the American Psychological Association.

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This book is a breakthrough, a lyrical, powerful, science-based narrative that actually shows us how to get better (much better) at the things we care about. Seth Godin, author of Linchpin: “Anyone who wants to get better at anything should read [Peak].&nbsp;
Rest assured that the book is not mere theory. Ericsson’s research focuses on the real world, and he explains in detail, with examples, how all of us can apply the principles of great performance in our work or in any other part of our lives.

Nat Eliason is a highly successful entrepreneur, CEO, and founder of Growth Machine, an SEO-focused growth agency, and co-founder of Cup &amp; Leaf Tea. He is an experienced digital marketer, content strategist, and growth hacker.
Nat has a background in engineering and mathematics, which has helped him to become an expert in data analysis and optimization. He is a firm believer in using data to inform decisions and maximize returns. His work is highly sought after by major companies, startups, and individuals looking to improve their SEO presence and reach.
Nat is passionate about helping others grow their businesses and make the most out of their SEO efforts. He is constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with SEO and is an advocate for the use of SEO to increase website visibility and traffic. He is also an expert in content marketing and has helped countless companies develop effective content strategies that have helped them to reach their goals.
Nat has been featured in prominent publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Inc. Magazine. He has also been a featured speaker at many tech conferences, such as SXSW, MozCon, and Content Marketing World.
Nat is passionate about giving back and is a supporter of numerous charitable causes, such as the World Wildlife Fund and the International Rescue Committee. He is also a co-founder of Cup &amp; Leaf Tea, a specialty tea company that donates a portion of its profits to organizations that support refugees.
In addition to being a successful entrepreneur, Nat is a family man. He is the proud father of two young boys and is devoted to his wife and children. He is an avid reader and a lover of the outdoors. He is also a passionate traveler and has visited many countries around the world. Nat loves to share his experience and knowledge with others and is an inspiring leader in the tech community.

Seth Godin is an American entrepreneur, author, speaker, and thought leader. He is best known for his work in marketing, and he has written 18 international bestsellers, including Tribes, Permission Marketing, Purple Cow, and The Dip. He is the founder of several companies, and he currently serves as the founder and CEO of The Domino Project and Squidoo.
Godin has been a leader in the marketing industry for more than 20 years, and he has become one of the most influential and respected voices in the industry. His books have been translated into 35 languages, and his blog is one of the most popular in the world. He has also been featured in many prestigious publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and Fast Company.
Godin is a strong advocate for the use of digital marketing, and he has been instrumental in the development of many innovative marketing strategies. He is a proponent of permission marketing, which involves building relationships with customers instead of using intrusive advertising. He also believes in the importance of giving away content for free as part of a customer acquisition strategy. Additionally, Godin is a strong believer in the power of storytelling to engage and inspire customers.
Godin is also a sought-after speaker, and he has given keynote addresses and lectures around the world. He is a frequent guest on radio and television programs, and he has been a keynote speaker at conferences such as TED, South by Southwest, and PopTech. He also regularly speaks at universities and colleges, and he has been a visiting professor at several universities.
In addition to his work in marketing, Godin is an active philanthropist and a proponent of social change. He is a vocal advocate for education reform, and he has worked with several organizations to improve access to education in underserved communities. He is also a strong supporter of animal rights and environmental protection.
Godin's work has been recognized with several awards, including the Tribeca Disruptive Innovation Award and the Marketing Hall of Fame Award from the American Marketing Association. His books have also been selected as “Best Books of the Year” by the New York Times and BusinessWeek.

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Josh Waitzkin is an American chess prodigy, international martial arts champion, and author. He was the basis for the book and film “Searching for Bobby Fischer”, which portrayed his childhood rise to the top of the competitive chess world. Waitzkin has since become a successful author, public speaker, and entrepreneur.
Waitzkin was born in New York City and began playing chess at the age of six. He quickly rose to prominence, becoming the youngest U.S. Chess Federation master in history at the age of nine. He went on to become the National Chess Champion three years in a row, and at the age of twelve he achieved the rank of International Master.
In addition to his success in the competitive chess world, Waitzkin also trained and competed in martial arts. After becoming the National Tai Chi Push Hands Champion and the National Tai Chi Chuan Champion, he went on to win the World Championship of Tai Chi Push Hands in 1997.
Waitzkin retired from competitive chess at the age of sixteen to pursue other interests. He attended Columbia University, where he majored in English and studied philosophy and psychology. After college, Waitzkin immersed himself in the world of poker. He became a professional poker player and won the 2006 World Series of Poker.&nbsp;
In addition to his professional successes, Waitzkin is an accomplished author. He wrote the book “The Art of Learning”, which explores his journey to mastery in both chess and martial arts. He also wrote “The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence” and “The Art of Learning Journal”. Waitzkin has been featured in numerous publications, including The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.&nbsp;
Today, Waitzkin is a sought-after public speaker and consultant, as well as a business coach. He has spoken at a variety of conferences and events, including TEDx and the World Economic Forum. In addition to his public speaking engagements, Waitzkin is the co-founder of the Waitzkin Institute, which provides consulting and coaching services to individuals and organizations. He also serves as the chairman of the board of directors for the International Chess Federation.&nbsp;
Josh Waitzkin is an inspirational figure who has achieved success in multiple fields. His dedication to excellence, combined with his ability to adapt to new challenges, has enabled him to achieve a level of success rarely seen in any single field.

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Tony Hsieh is a renowned American internet entrepreneur and venture capitalist. He is best known for his role as the CEO of the online shoe and clothing company Zappos, which he joined in 1999. Prior to joining Zappos, Hsieh had already achieved success in the tech world. He co-founded the internet advertising network LinkExchange in 1996, which he sold to Microsoft in 1998 for a whopping $265 million.
Since joining Zappos, Hsieh has been credited with helping the company grow from a small startup to a billion-dollar enterprise. He has implemented several innovative strategies to increase the company’s reach and profitability, including an emphasis on customer service and free shipping.
Hsieh has also become well-known for his unique management style. He eschews traditional management techniques in favor of creating a “holacracy” or self-governing system. He also emphasizes the importance of creating a fun and creative work environment.
Hsieh’s success has earned him a great deal of recognition in the tech and business worlds. He was named one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World” by Time Magazine in 2010 and was included in Fortune’s “40 Under 40” list in 2011.
Tony Hsieh’s success has been inspirational to aspiring entrepreneurs around the world. He is an excellent example of how hard work, creativity, and dedication can lead to great success. He continues to lead Zappos with his unique and innovative approach to business.

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Liz Lambert is a hotelier and founder of Bunkhouse Group, a company that operates and develops hotels and other properties in the United States. Bunkhouse Group is known for its focus on design, community, and the preservation of local culture. The company has developed and operates several well-known properties, including Hotel San José in Austin, Texas, and Hotel Havana in San Antonio, Texas.
She began her career in the hospitality industry in the 1990s when she bought and renovated the Hotel San José in Austin, Texas, which is now considered one of the city's most iconic hotels.
After the success of the Hotel San José, Lambert went on to renovate and open several other properties, including El Cosmico in Marfa, Texas, and Saint Cecilia in Austin, which have also become well-known and respected hotels.
In addition to her hotel properties, Lambert is a real estate developer and has worked on several other projects, including Saint Stephen's, a private club and co-working space in Austin. Hacienda Del Rey is a hotel in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
Lambert's work has been widely recognized and featured in various publications, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Travel + Leisure.

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In his book Peak, K. Anders Ericsson explores the concept of deliberate practice. He argues that it's not just about practicing a lot, but practicing in a focused, purposeful way. This means setting specific goals, getting immediate feedback, and constantly pushing your comfort zone. So, if you want to master a new skill, don't just practice mindlessly. Instead, take a look at how you can make your practice more deliberate and focused.

The Power of Deliberate Practice

Ericsson challenges the common belief that talent is innate. He argues that what we often see as 'natural talent' is actually the result of intense, deliberate practice. This means that anyone can achieve peak performance, regardless of their starting point. So, don't let the myth of talent hold you back. Instead, see it as a challenge to overcome through hard work and dedication.

Talent is Overrated

Having a mentor or coach is crucial for achieving peak performance, according to Ericsson. They can provide the necessary feedback and guidance that you need to improve. So, if you're serious about mastering a new skill, find a mentor who can guide you on your journey.

The Role of Mentors

While practicing is important, Ericsson also emphasizes the importance of rest. He explains that our brains need time to process and consolidate what we've learned. So, don't forget to take breaks and get a good night's sleep. This will help you perform better and learn faster.

The Importance of Rest

In Peak, Ericsson also explores the power of mindset. He argues that believing in your ability to improve is crucial for achieving peak performance. So, if you want to master a new skill, start by cultivating a growth mindset. This will help you stay motivated and overcome challenges on your journey to mastery.

The Power of Mindset

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Robert Pool, Ph.D., is a science writer living and working in Tallahassee, Florida. He has worked at some of the world’s most prestigious science publications, including Science and Nature, and his work has appeared in many others, including Discover and Technology Review. He has written three books, including Eve’s Rib: Searching for the Biological Roots of Sex Differences and Beyond Engineering: How Society Shapes Technology.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Robert Pool is a nonfiction writer specializing in science and technology and has worked as staff for both Science and Nature. He is the author of three previous books before co-authoring the book “Peak” with Anders Ericsson.

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