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
11 Juni 8min
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
9 Juni 1h 53min
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
6 Juni 12min
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
5 Juni 1h 42min
CEO Diaries: The Brutal Mistake That Almost Crippled Snapchat!
In this episode of CEO Diaries, Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel reveals the biggest hiring mistakes that nearly cost him everything. Overvaluing experience, ignoring culture, and avoiding tough feedback can quietly kill a company, and this brutally honest insight will change how you build teams forever. Visit - www.linkedin.com/DOAC Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/GSm1crv4TTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/6VjMycy4TTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Juni 15min
Jimmy Fallon: I Wasn’t Prepared For The Hate… It Was Brutal. I Was Starving, Living on $7.25!
What if the price of every laugh was your own happiness? Jimmy Fallon reveals the shocking toll of his comedy empire. Jimmy Fallon is host of ‘The Tonight Show’, Emmy-winning comedian and television personality, and former host of ‘Saturday Night Live’ (SNL). He is also the author of children’s and comedy books such as, 'Papa Doesn't Do Anything!’ and is set to launch a new innovative marketing show called ‘On Brand with Jimmy Fallon’ this Fall. Jimmy discusses: How he didn’t expect the entertainment industry to be so brutal. Why his sense of humour became his secret weapon. How he navigated receiving hate after achieving massive success in comedy. How his strict Catholic upbringing shaped his relentless need to please others. How his mother’s support gave him the confidence to chase his dreams. 00:00 Intro 02:24 What Made Jimmy the Way He Is Nowadays 03:37 The Earliest Memory of Jimmy Wanting to Please Others 04:52 Jimmy's Parents 07:33 Jimmy's Mother 13:02 Who Was Jimmy Trying to Impress More: His Mother or His Father? 14:28 Jimmy's Relationship With Money 17:05 Jimmy's Anecdote With Jerry Seinfeld 21:11 Was Jimmy a Confident Young Man? 22:11 Principles for Achieving Your Childhood Dream 25:51 How Did Jimmy's Parents React to His Career Plans? 28:10 Did Jimmy Ever Doubt Himself While Trying to Break Into Show Business? 33:51 Where Does Jimmy's Passion for SNL Come From? 37:58 Jimmy's Mental Health During the Auditioning Phase 40:41 What Would Jimmy Say to His Younger Self? 45:09 What Life Would Have Been Like If Jimmy Hadn’t Got on SNL 47:32 Jimmy's First SNL Audition 52:00 Getting on SNL Before Turning 25 – A Non-Negotiable Goal 53:32 Ads 57:36 Finally Getting SNL 01:02:01 Was There an Anticlimax When Jimmy Got on SNL? 01:02:50 Struggles With Public Criticism 01:05:55 How Did Jimmy Cope With Fame? 01:09:48 How Meeting Influential People Changed Jimmy’s Perspective 01:12:20 How to Never Get Bored of Hosting a Show 01:14:12 How Does Jimmy Keep Himself Challenged? 01:14:52 Dada and "Mama" Books 01:16:23 How Jimmy's Mother's Death Changed Him 01:19:01 What Jimmy Misses About His Mother 01:20:39 Jimmy's Grief After His Mother's Death 01:21:35 Would Jimmy Have Followed His Passion Without His Mother? 01:22:33 When Did Jimmy Start Being Concerned With Longevity? 01:26:50 Is There Another Chapter Beyond TV for Jimmy? 01:29:04 How Is Jimmy Misunderstood? 01:29:31 Jimmy's Pursuits Outside of TV 01:32:31 What Would Jimmy's Gravestone Say? 01:34:02 How Becoming a Father Shifted Jimmy’s Meaning of Life 01:34:44 Life Advice Jimmy Would Give to His Daughters 01:36:39 Question From the Previous Guest Follow Jimmy: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3HiDAs1 X - https://bit.ly/3Su5zrd TikTok - https://bit.ly/3Hk24Bu You can purchase Jimmy’s book, Papa Doesn't Do Anything!, here: https://amzn.to/3HgeQkc 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: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Perfect Ted - https://www.perfectted.com with code DIARY40 for 40% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Juni 1h 40min
Most Replayed Moment: The Science Of Building Muscle Faster With Smarter Training - Dr. Mike Israetel
Dr. Mike Israetel breaks down the science of muscle growth and how to maximize your gains. Whether you’re new or experienced, learn key hypertrophy principles, effective training frequency, and why you don’t need endless gym hours to see results. Plus, discover how muscle memory helps you bounce back after breaks. Listen to the full episode here - Spotify - https://g2ul0.app.link/yjVHL6vrLTb Apple - https://g2ul0.app.link/qaWpqCyrLTb Watch the Episodes On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 Maj 16min
Your Toes Can Predict If You'll Die Early And Heres's How To Fix Your Plantar Fasciitis! - Dr. Courtney Conley (Foot Expert)
What if the secret to fixing back pain, avoiding dementia, and living longer is…your feet? Dr. Courtney Conley breaks down why your shoes are failing you. Dr Courtney Conley is a physician specialising in foot and gait mechanics. She is the founder of ‘Gait Happens’ and ‘Total Health Solutions’, where she aims to educate people about the importance of the human foot to overall health. She explains: How foot pain leads to emotional distress, depression, and inactivity How 500 extra steps a day can cut heart attack risk by 7% Why 4,000 steps a day can slash dementia risk by 50% How Courtney’s overcame addiction and used movement to save her life Why children’s shoes are sabotaging their future health 00:00 Intro 02:22 Why Care About Feet 06:07 The Most Common Foot Injuries 07:49 What People Get Wrong About Foot Pain 11:48 The Link Between Walking, Longevity, and Depression 19:20 What Shoes Should I Wear to Help My Foot Strength? 25:55 Our Feet vs. Tribe Feet 28:09 Insoles Help Initially but Not Long Term 30:58 1 in 3 People Will Develop Foot Pain 31:36 Pain in the Heel (Plantar Fasciitis) 34:04 Bigger Problems from Foot Issues 35:34 Problems with Wearing Heels 37:54 Characteristics of Good Shoes 39:54 Super-Cushioned Running Shoes: Good or Bad? 43:59 The Shocking Link Between Movement and Dementia 45:16 The Rise of Run Clubs 47:49 The Foot Gym 48:26 Bunion Diagnoses 57:12 Ads 59:16 Importance of Strong Feet at the Gym 1:06:17 What Is a Running Gait? 1:10:02 Are We Supposed to Be Barefoot? 1:17:42 Ads 1:19:42 Should We Wear Socks? 1:21:47 Viewer Comments 1:23:46 What Happens After Ankle Injuries Heal 1:26:58 What You'll Most Likely Regret in 10 Years 👀 DOAC Circle: https://bit.ly/circle-youtube Follow Dr Courtney: Instagram - https://bit.ly/43mfyoU Gait Happens - http://doac.gaithappens.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 Research document: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/DOAC-Courtney-Conley-Independent-Research-further-reading.pdf Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% offStan Store - Visit https://link.stan.store/joinstanchallenge to join the challenge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Maj 1h 32min
