philosophy

7 Lessons from "The Emperor's Handbook"

7 Lessons from "The Emperor's Handbook"

Imagine a boy being born in Rome in 121 A.D. At three years old, the boy's father dies and he is raised by his mother. At seventeen years old, the boy is adopted by the emperor of Rome. A few years later, he marries the emperor's daughter. By 139 A.D., he assumes the title of Caesar. Afterward, he soon becomes the emperor of Rome and thus, one of the most wealthy and powerful individuals in the world.

5 Lessons from "Ego Is The Enemy"

5 Lessons from "Ego Is The Enemy"

Early in our careers, ego impedes learning and the cultivation of talent. With success, it can blind us to our faults and sow future problems. In failure, it magnifies each blow and makes recovery more difficult. At every stage, ego holds us back. In his WSJ bestseller book, Ryan Holiday gives advice on how people can combat their ego to achieve more in life.