The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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Resumen del episodio

Dana White discusses his business philosophy, emphasizing the relentless work ethic and problem-solving required for entrepreneurship. He reflects on his upbringing, the importance of building a loyal team, and his commitment to protecting employees through crises like COVID-19. The episode also covers his personal health transformation with Gary Brecka, his strategy for expanding the UFC brand into a combat sports empire, and his mindset regarding risk-taking and overcoming past challenges to focus on future growth.

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When you decide who you are, what you want to do, what you're going to accomplish, and you work toward it, it is impossible for you to fail.

00:00:58 · Dana White shares his core principle for achieving success through determination.

One of the things I've learned as I've gone through my business career that I didn't know at the start of my business career was how much of success is actually determined by the people you're able to assemble.

00:19:56 · The speaker reflects on how his understanding of business evolved from individual hard work to the importance of team building.

And I will never pick money over people ever.

00:24:26 · He expresses his core leadership principle regarding prioritizing his staff over financial gains during difficult times.

You either have the killer instinct or you don't.

00:39:58 · The speaker reflects on a fundamental trait required for high-level competition and success.

Do not be afraid to take risk. You will never accomplish or achieve anything that you want out of life if you're not willing to take the risk.

01:11:12 · The speaker shares a core principle for achieving one's goals and overcoming fear.

Episodios

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Dana White: This Generation Thinks You Can Build A Business From Home, It's Impossible!

Dana White discusses his business philosophy, emphasizing the relentless work ethic and problem-solving required for entrepreneurship. He reflects on his upbringing, the importance of building a loyal team, and his commitment to protecting employees through crises like COVID-19. The episode also covers his personal health transformation with Gary Brecka, his strategy for expanding the UFC brand into a combat sports empire, and his mindset regarding risk-taking and overcoming past challenges to focus on future growth.

05 oct. 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: I Met An Uncontacted Tribe! The Secret World Hidden In The Amazon Rainforest - Paul Rosolie

The speaker recounts his journey from an 18-year-old researcher to the director of Jungle Keepers, driven by a mission to protect the Amazon rainforest. He explores the profound physical and mental transformations experienced through survival in the wild and discusses the neurological changes linked to intentional discomfort. The episode delves into the responsibility of conservation as the speaker reflects on witnessing the emergence of uncontacted tribes. Through harrowing encounters and the tension of first contact, he highlights the extreme vulnerability of these isolated communities to outside threats, including violence from loggers and deadly pathogens brought by modern society.

02 oct. 2026
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Shawn Ryan: There's A Battle For Your Soul, It's Happening Right Now

In this episode, Sean Ryan discusses his transition from a Navy SEAL and CIA contractor to a podcaster, sharing intense stories of combat in Haiti and Afghanistan. The conversation explores the psychological effects of war, the risks of political capture in media, and the reality of global espionage and shifting US superpower status. The discussion moves into deeply personal territory, covering Ryan's period of instability in Colombia, his journey toward sobriety, and profound spiritual experiences involving psychedelics that led him back to the Catholic Church. The episode concludes with reflections on maintaining integrity, balancing professional ambition with family life, and the true meaning of love.

01 oct. 2026
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Adam Neumann: The Real Story Behind WeWork, A $4 Billion Cab Ride, And Surviving A $460 Million Debt

Adam Neumann reflects on the meteoric rise and dramatic downfall of WeWork, detailing how rapid expansion, personal ego, and a massive $4.2 billion investment from SoftBank's Masayoshi Son ultimately led to instability. He shares deeply personal stories of childhood trauma and the evolution of his definition of success from chasing material wealth to finding purpose through contribution. The episode explores leadership principles, the importance of resilience during financial collapse, and the necessity of maintaining one's mission amidst the distractions of growth. Neumann concludes with lessons on accountability, the value of failure, and the strength found in true partnership.

28 sep. 2026
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Most Replayed Moment: A Guilt-Free Way to Handle Work and Life

Nicola Kilner discusses her professional journey, from her foundational corporate experience at Boots to co-founding Deciem with Brandon Hall. She explores the unique 'ecosystem' approach of managing multiple brands simultaneously and the personal dynamics of her partnership with Hall. The episode also delves into the 'cult-like' culture of Deciem, characterized by a deep sense of belonging and shared mission. Kilner reflects on the challenges of scaling from a startup to a large organization, the evolution of her role as CEO, and the importance of balancing kindness with high performance in leadership.

25 sep. 2026