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1 Sept 2022 · 1 h 41 min

Books from James Smith

“James Smith: Become Confident In 100 Minutes”

9 books mentioned

  1. Cover of Not a Diet Book
    Guest's book

    Not a Diet Book

    by James Smith

    James Smith · ~00:02:14 · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  2. Cover of Not a Life Coach
    Guest's book

    Not a Life Coach

    by James Smith

    James Smith · ~00:02:50 · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  3. Cover of How to Be Confident
    Guest's book

    How to Be Confident

    by James Smith

    James Smith · ~00:03:22

    Buy on Amazon
  4. Cover of The 4-Hour Work Week
    Recommended

    The 4-Hour Work Week

    by Timothy Ferriss

    James Smith · ~01:26:12 · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  5. Cover of The Slight Edge
    Recommended

    The Slight Edge

    by Jeff Olson

    Steven Bartlett · ~01:37:14 · on 4 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  6. Cover of The Expectation Effect
    Mentioned

    The Expectation Effect

    by David Robson

    James Smith · ~00:16:06

    Buy on Amazon
  7. Cover of Mindset
    Mentioned

    Mindset

    by Carol S. Dweck

    James Smith · ~00:32:29 · on 4 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  8. Cover of The Game
    Mentioned

    The Game

    by Neil Strauss

    Steven Bartlett · ~00:42:45 · on 4 episodes

    Buy on Amazon
  9. Cover of The Truth
    Mentioned

    The Truth

    by Neil Strauss

    Steven Bartlett · ~00:42:45 · on 2 episodes

    Buy on Amazon

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The conversation

James Smith, a fitness influencer and author, discusses his new book on confidence. He argues that confidence is not a fixed trait but a skill built through repetition and reframing failure as acceptable. The episode covers his personal journey, relationship dynamics, and practical advice for developing self-assurance.

Talking points

  • Confidence as a skill built through repetition
  • Reframing failure and loss
  • Personal insecurities and audacity
  • Monogamy versus open relationships
  • Role of sacrifice and commitment
  • Influence of friendship circles
  • Journey from personal trainer to influencer
  • Motivation through pain points