TMBA 433: A Conversation With Seth Godin
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Today's guest has been massively influential on Dan and Ian from the very start of their journey.
Seth Godin is something of a legend in entrepreneurial circles, and he hardly needs an introduction.
His books about marketing, creativity, building companies and personal development include Purple Cow, Meatball Sundae, The Dip, and Linchpin. These books are frequent recommendations on this podcast and have long been shared among our listeners.
In addition, Seth has founded an intensive four-week alternative online MBA called altMBA. He has also created several podcasts including the popular Startup School. Seth's newest project is a podcast called Akimbo.
Today's show features a wide-ranging interview, which touches on a variety of topics including Seth's history as a writer and podcaster, what the business world can offer society and much more.
Listen to this week's show and learn:
What motivated Seth to start Akimbo. (3:46)
Why Seth focuses so much on the idea of not adhering to social norms. (14:02)
Advice for entrepreneurs who are considering selling their business. (23:23)
The story behind Startup School and why it remains relevant today. (34:31)
Where the 1,000 True Fans business model can go wrong. (39:39)
Mentioned in the episode:
Before the Exit - Our New Book
TMBA Masterminds
Sponsor the TMBA Podcast
The Dynamite Circle
The DC Podcast
Help Us Choose a New Name for the TropicalMBA Podcast
DC BKK
Seth Godin
Purple Cow by Seth Godin
Meatball Sundae by Seth Godin
The Dip by Seth Godin
Linchpin by Seth Godin
Survival is Not Enough by Seth Godin
What to Do When It's Your Turn by Seth Godin
Seth's Blog: Thirty Years of Projects
Startup School
Akimbo
altMBA
Hardcore History
Radiolab
Mystery Show - Case #3
Phillip Glass
Bo Burlingham
Derek Sivers
CD Baby
Howard Schultz
Steven Pressfield
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Do The Work by Steven Pressfield
Kevin Kelly
Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Elizabeth Gilbert on Genius
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TMBA 432: Finish Big – A Conversation with Bo Burlingham
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