The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

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I was a broke, university dropout, at 18 I built an industry leading social media marketing company, and at 27 I resigned as CEO. At 28 I co-founded Flight Story – a marketing and communications company, and thirdweb - a software platform, making it easy to build web3 applications. I then launched private equity fund, Flight Fund, to accelerate the next generation of European unicorns. During this time I decided to launch 'The Diary Of A CEO' podcast with the simple mission of providing an unfiltered journey into the remarkable stories and untold dimensions of the world’s most influential people, experts and thinkers. If you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button! That's a small way you can help us carry on doing this, thank you for listening. My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123

  1. CEO Diaries: The Lessons I Wish I Knew at the Start of My Career…

    23 HR AGO · BONUS

    CEO Diaries: The Lessons I Wish I Knew at the Start of My Career…

    In this episode of CEO Diaries, LinkedIn's Jessica Jensen shares essential B2B marketing strategies every entrepreneur needs. From leveraging AI to mastering LinkedIn for customer acquisition, Jessica reveals how to scale your business and build a winning marketing plan. Don't miss these insights on transforming your B2B approach. Visit - ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/DOAC⁠⁠ Follow Jessica Jensen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jensenjessica/ Watch The Diary of a CEO Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    13 min
  2. Godfather of AI: I Tried to Warn Them, But We’ve Already Lost Control! Geoffrey Hinton

    2 DAYS AGO

    Godfather of AI: I Tried to Warn Them, But We’ve Already Lost Control! Geoffrey Hinton

    He pioneered AI, now he’s warning the world. Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton breaks his silence on the deadly dangers of AI no one is prepared for. Geoffrey Hinton is a leading computer scientist and cognitive psychologist, widely recognised as the ‘Godfather of AI’ for his pioneering work on neural networks and deep learning. He received the 2018 Turing Award, often called the Nobel Prize of computing. In 2023, he left Google to warn people about the rising dangers of AI. He explains: Why there’s a real 20% chance AI could lead to HUMAN EXTINCTION. How speaking out about AI got him SILENCED. The deep REGRET he feels for helping create AI. The 6 DEADLY THREATS AI poses to humanity right now. AI’s potential to advance healthcare, boost productivity, and transform education. 00:00 Intro 02:28 Why Do They Call You the Godfather of AI? 04:37 Warning About the Dangers of AI 07:23 Concerns We Should Have About AI 10:50 European AI Regulations 12:29 Cyber Attack Risk 14:42 How to Protect Yourself From Cyber Attacks 16:29 Using AI to Create Viruses 17:43 AI and Corrupt Elections 19:20 How AI Creates Echo Chambers 23:05 Regulating New Technologies 24:48 Are Regulations Holding Us Back From Competing With China? 26:14 The Threat of Lethal Autonomous Weapons 28:50 Can These AI Threats Combine? 30:32 Restricting AI From Taking Over 32:18 Reflecting on Your Life’s Work Amid AI Risks 34:02 Student Leaving OpenAI Over Safety Concerns 38:06 Are You Hopeful About the Future of AI? 40:08 The Threat of AI-Induced Joblessness 43:04 If Muscles and Intelligence Are Replaced, What’s Left? 44:55 Ads 46:59 Difference Between Current AI and Superintelligence 52:54 Coming to Terms With AI’s Capabilities 54:46 How AI May Widen the Wealth Inequality Gap 56:35 Why Is AI Superior to Humans? 59:18 AI’s Potential to Know More Than Humans 1:01:06 Can AI Replicate Human Uniqueness? 1:04:14 Will Machines Have Feelings? 1:11:29 Working at Google 1:15:12 Why Did You Leave Google? 1:16:37 Ads 1:18:32 What Should People Be Doing About AI? 1:19:53 Impressive Family Background 1:21:30 Advice You’d Give Looking Back 1:22:44 Final Message on AI Safety 1:26:05 What’s the Biggest Threat to Human Happiness? Follow Geoffrey: X - https://bit.ly/4n0shFf  The Diary Of A CEO: Join DOAC circle here -https://doaccircle.com/ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Stan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/joinstanchallenge to join the challenge! KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN  for 30% off your subscription order #GeoffreyHinton #ArtificialIntelligence #AIDangers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 30m
  3. Most Replayed Moment: Would You Still Love Them If You Came Off The Pill...? Your Hormones Are Controlling You!

    5 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    Most Replayed Moment: Would You Still Love Them If You Came Off The Pill...? Your Hormones Are Controlling You!

    Dr. Sarah Hill - psychologist and leading researcher on women's hormones - reveals the ways hormonal birth control can shape attraction, emotion, and long-term relationships. She explains how women’s natural cycles influence who they’re drawn to, how birth control can blunt or shift those instincts, and why this matters for both women and the men they're with. If you've ever wondered why your feelings change - or if the pill could be influencing your type - this conversation is for you. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/oVNMPuD28Tb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/a5GDlzz28Tb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Dr. Hill's book, This Is Your Brain on Birth Control - https://www.sarahehill.com/books/your-brain-on-birth-control/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
  4. The Sex Expert (Esther Perel): The Relationship Crisis No One Talks About That's Killing Your Sex Life!

    6 DAYS AGO

    The Sex Expert (Esther Perel): The Relationship Crisis No One Talks About That's Killing Your Sex Life!

    Swipe left, feel empty, and wonder why? Esther Perel reveals the hidden truths behind the dating crisis, loneliness, and the shocking decline in sex and intimacy. Esther Perel is a world-renowned psychotherapist and relationship expert, widely recognised as one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. She is the bestselling author of books such as, ‘The State of Affairs’.  She explains:  Why MEN Over 30 Aren’t Having Sex Anymore. The SEX GAME that could Save Your Relationship. How CHILDHOOD TRAUMA is Secretly Sabotaging Your Marriage. Why Investing in AUTHENTIC CONNECTION is the key to a Fulfilling Life. The ONE RED FLAG that Predicts Divorce.  00:00 Intro 02:29 Esther’s Main Concern About Human Connection 03:22 What’s the Consequence of Losing Social Skills? 04:19 Is Online Dating the Only Choice Nowadays? 07:13 The Value of Rejection 07:52 Rejection from the Apps 08:48 What to Do If Dating Apps Don’t Work for You 11:26 Is Too Much Choice Making Dating Harder? 13:01 How to Cope with Online Dating Burnout 14:30 The Changing Role of Masculinity and Its Impact on Society 15:57 Loneliness Today 17:17 Why Do People Have Less Sex Nowadays? 20:17 Importance of Deep Connection in Relationships 21:51 How Phone Use Affects Connection and Sexual Attraction 28:07 Questions from Steven’s Friends 28:53 Is It Always a Good Idea to Admit to Infidelity? 31:17 Attraction with a Partner 33:36 Is Long-Term Faithfulness in a Relationship Possible? 37:06 Importance of Taking Accountability 39:21 How People Are Energizing Their Relationships 42:59 How to Revive Intimacy When Gone for So Long 44:52 Ads 45:55 Do People Enjoy Sex Less Than Before? 48:15 Do I Have to Work on Myself Before I Can Have a Good Relationship? 49:49 Has the Culture of Self-Love Gone Too Far? 51:19 Are Men Emasculated by the Success of Women? 59:08 What Is Social Confidence? 1:02:56 What Gives a Traumatic Experience Meaning? 1:14:10 Would You Delete Mobile Phones to Help Connection? 1:17:08 Can Social Connection Principles Apply to a Workplace? 1:22:06 How Are You Going to Adapt to a World of AI and Robots? Follow Esther:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/4l2Et6S  Twitter - https://bit.ly/3SJEMaD  Website - https://bit.ly/4kTR8ca  Podcast - https://bit.ly/3HCfnNv  You can purchase Esther’s new 100 question game, ‘Where Should We Begin? At Work’, here: https://bit.ly/4kF0F7h  You can purchase Esther’s book ‘The State of Affairs’, here:  https://amzn.to/4l0KaSv  The Diary Of A CEO: Join DOAC circle here -https://doaccircle.com/ Get your hands on the Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/conversationcards-mp Get email updates: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt⁠⁠  Follow Steven: ⁠⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb⁠⁠  Sponsors: Stan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/joinstanchallenge to join the challenge! Ekster - http://partner.ekster.com/DOAC with code STEVEN Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY #EstherPerel #DatingCrisis #ModernLove #RelationshipAdvice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 30m
  5. CEO Diaries: The Mistake That Nearly Derailed MrBeast’s Entire Empire

    11 JUN · BONUS

    CEO Diaries: The Mistake That Nearly Derailed MrBeast’s Entire Empire

    In this episode of CEO Diaries, MrBeast dives into the real challenges of building a business from the ground up. He shares his journey of scaling from a small team to 500+ employees, offering valuable insights into why surrounding yourself with A-players is crucial to success. From navigating the complexities of leadership, to balancing innovation with structure, MrBeast opens up about the lessons learned, and how he’s shaping his company’s future. Whether you're an entrepreneur or just interested in how top businesses thrive, this moment is full of wisdom on scaling, team building, and leadership. Visit - ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/DOAC⁠⁠ Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/yzN2XAsY3Tb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/lyW0n2BY3Tb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    9 min
  6. Scooter Braun: The Lie I Chased Almost Broke Me... You’re Probably Chasing It Too!

    9 JUN

    Scooter Braun: The Lie I Chased Almost Broke Me... You’re Probably Chasing It Too!

    What happens when you build a billion-dollar music empire, but lose yourself along the way? Music mogul Scooter Braun reveals the raw truth behind his mask. Scooter Braun is a renowned music executive, entrepreneur, and manager behind the careers of global stars like Justin Bieber, amongst many others. He is CEO of HYBE America and founder of SB Projects, a dynamic entertainment and media company. He discusses: The mask he wore as “Scooter” and the journey back to being Scott  Why he carries guilt for every young artist he managed How 20 years of running finally led him to confront his deepest fears Why he felt like a complete fraud even at the top and how he overcame it The reason why his divorce saved his life 00:00 Intro 02:46 What Drives You? 08:01 Your Dad 09:55 Your First Business 12:22 You're Very Good at Forming Relationships 14:31 What Did Everyone See in You at an Early Age? 16:06 People Trying to Stop Your Dreams 18:45 Signing Your First Acts 21:36 Discovering Justin Bieber 24:52 What's Your Relationship With Justin Bieber Now? 26:34 What Do Highly Successful Artists Have in Common? 28:09 Why Are There So Many Tragedies Around Famous People? 34:05 Did It Hurt Parting Ways With Justin Bieber? 34:30 The Artists You've Worked With 37:20 The Praise and Hate I Received Were Both Misunderstood 40:13 An Artist You Were Wrong About 44:47 Quitting Music Management 51:40 Ads 52:50 Selling Your Company for $1.1 Billion 54:53 How Pivotal Was the Incident With Taylor Swift? 57:56 Contending With an Unfair World 1:00:34 If I Had Seen You Then, What Would I Have Seen? 1:02:12 Your Divorce 1:07:27 Friends Being There for Me 1:11:32 Why My Marriage Fell Apart 1:22:23 The Work You Do on Yourself 1:26:12 The Power of Building Connections 1:27:48 Spotify Saving the Music Industry 1:31:38 What's Next for Scott? 1:33:56 What Is Steve Trying to Achieve? 1:39:30 What Should We Do if We're Always Chasing Something? 1:49:51 If You Could Do Anything Without Fear of Failure, What Would You Do? Follow Scooter:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/45Ihx8k  Twitter - https://bit.ly/3SZHKYJ  Facebook - https://bit.ly/43JalX2 The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY Stan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/joinstanchallenge to join the challenge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 54m
  7. Most Replayed Moment: Chris Williamson Explains Why Finding Love Feels Harder Than Ever.

    6 JUN · BONUS

    Most Replayed Moment: Chris Williamson Explains Why Finding Love Feels Harder Than Ever.

    In todays moments episode, Chris Williamson dives into why real relationships seem harder to find in today’s world - and what you can do about it. With the challenges of modern dating, and the rise of disconnection, Chris offers a hopeful perspective on how to navigate these hurdles and create deeper, more meaningful connections in your life. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/yio2CX9pXTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/Gg0jAZcqXTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Chris Williamson - https://chriswillx.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    12 min
  8. World's No.1 Investing Expert: The Big Shift Is Coming And This Investment Could Be 15x in 5 Years! - Cathie Wood

    5 JUN

    World's No.1 Investing Expert: The Big Shift Is Coming And This Investment Could Be 15x in 5 Years! - Cathie Wood

    What if everything you thought you knew about investing is about to change forever? Cathie Wood reveals the best investments to make in 2025 to get rich fast.  Cathie Wood is one of the world’s most influential investors, and the founder and CEO of ARK Invest. She oversees nearly $30 billion in assets under management and is renowned for her bold predictions and investment strategies in technology-driven industries. She explains:  How there’s only 5 years until everything changes, and what you must do to prepare. Why she’s betting on Bitcoin hitting $1.5 million by 2030. The simple strategy that will skyrocket your passive income. How Tesla’s autonomous taxis and humanoid robots will reshape entire industries. The number one company that could make you financially free in 5 years. The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research or speak to a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. 00:00 Intro 02:28 Investing in the Most Disruptive Industries 05:45 Big Companies Will Crash If They Don’t Adapt Quickly 06:21 Where to Invest to Be Rich in the Next 10 Years 09:04 The Biggest Employer in the World 10:12 Flying Cars and EV Tools Will Shape the Future 11:00 Investing in AI Companies in the Health Care Industry 12:59 Why Tesla Will 10x in the Next 5 Years 15:25 Your Autonomous Car Will Make You Money 18:42 How Humanoid Robots Will Free Our Time 21:41 No Code Will Be Written by Humans 25:37 The Companies That Will Make Money in the AI Era 30:06 Will Unemployment Be Higher in 5 Years? 37:21 Meeting Elon Musk 40:49 Investing in Bitcoin at the Very Start 43:49 How Much of Your Portfolio Is Bitcoin? 46:17 Bitcoin Mining 50:46 Why Invest in Coinbase 55:08 Top 10 Public Investments People Should Consider 58:02 Ads 59:47 Where Would You Invest $1,000? 01:01:59 Investing in Other Cryptocurrencies Apart From Bitcoin 01:03:29 How to Invest in Stablecoins 01:03:59 The Mentality of a Good Investor 01:07:05 Trump’s Tariffs 01:11:50 What Keeps You Up at Night in the Current Situation 01:16:59 How to Hire in the Era of AI 01:25:40 Advice to Young People 01:30:32 Gratitude Letter From Cathie’s Mentor 01:37:02 If Elon Dies, Will It Impact the Progress of Human Evolution? Follow Cathie: Cathie’s Instagram - https://bit.ly/3ZhEOKt  Ark Invest Instagram - https://bit.ly/4ksY93T  LinkedIn - https://bit.ly/3ZQcsHg  ARK Invest Website - https://bit.ly/4kMQgWD ARK Invest YouTube - https://bit.ly/4kqpl32  You can find out more about ARK Invest’s ‘Big Ideas 2025’ report, here: https://bit.ly/3Hr60jK  The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Get your hands on the Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/conversationcards-mp Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/doac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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I was a broke, university dropout, at 18 I built an industry leading social media marketing company, and at 27 I resigned as CEO. At 28 I co-founded Flight Story – a marketing and communications company, and thirdweb - a software platform, making it easy to build web3 applications. I then launched private equity fund, Flight Fund, to accelerate the next generation of European unicorns. During this time I decided to launch 'The Diary Of A CEO' podcast with the simple mission of providing an unfiltered journey into the remarkable stories and untold dimensions of the world’s most influential people, experts and thinkers. If you enjoy the show, please hit the follow button! That's a small way you can help us carry on doing this, thank you for listening. My New Book: https://g2ul0.app.link/DOAC IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenbartlett-123

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