Simon Sinek

“World peace is not the absence of conflict. It’s the ability to resolve conflict peacefully.”

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Simon Sinek: Why Friendship Is The Key To Your Abundance & Success

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I am so excited to welcome back Simon Sinek who, renowned for his groundbreaking “Start With WHY” concept, reveals how modern capitalism has sacrificed ethics for profit in our increasingly binary world. He shares a raw moment about continuing a business relationship with someone his gut warned him against, costing him years of regret. Simon explains why we crave connection yet sacrifice friendships for success, and breaks down how our biology drives us to serve others—not just chase achievements. His practical conflict resolution strategies offer a refreshing alternative to our culture of comparison, showing how leaders can rebuild trust by protecting their people rather than their bonuses.

Simon Sinek’s Optimism Company

Simon’s podcast A Bit of Optimism

Simon’s book Start with Why 15th Anniversary Edition: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

Simon’s book Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t

Simon’s book The Infinite Game

"Comparison is the thief of joy. It steals joy. If you keep comparing yourself to other people and what they've achieved, that act of comparison literally will steal joy from you."- Simon Sinek

And now let’s jump into episode 1762 of The School of Greatness!

Some Questions I Ask:

What makes you feel the most alive these days?
What’s your biggest dream?
Why is it so hard for people to have a different opinion and resolve conflict peacefully?
What do you think was something that you lacked for your own self to be able to see the situation in front of you in order to make a better decision for yourself?
What makes your heart hurt?
What do you think is possible for you if you were able to trust your heart more rather than your head?
What’s the problem with capitalism?
What do you think would be the perfect system to live in or a better system to live?
What do you think you’ll be most proud of that you accomplish when it’s all said and done?

In this episode, you will learn:

Why competition drives innovation but succeeding at others’ expense destroys society
How modern capitalism broke when companies prioritized shareholders over customers and employees
The biological reason service to others delivers more lasting happiness than personal achievement
A proven conflict resolution method: respond to emotions with emotions, facts with facts
Why lasting success comes from articulating a vision that extends beyond your lifetime
Plus much more…

The School of Greatness Show

The School of Greatness shares inspiring interviews from the most successful people on the planet—world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature—to inspire YOU to unlock your inner greatness and live your best life.

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