How to Eliminate Self-Doubt, Overcome Failure, & Reset Your Mind for Success
Summary
Mel Robbins interviews Benny Blanco, a Grammy-nominated producer, about overcoming self-doubt and embracing failure. Blanco shares his journey from humble beginnings to creating hits for artists like Justin Bieber and Katy Perry, emphasizing that success comes from consistent effort rather than innate talent. He discusses his "failure amnesia" mindset, the importance of starting despite fear, and how he conquered his fear of flying to promote his book, *F*.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Benny Blanco and the power of failure
Overcoming self-doubt and just starting
The fear of judgment and the basketball analogy
Benny's early career: Cold calling and showing up
Sponsors and the importance of attacking the day
Redefining success and handling rejection
Why hard things are worth it and work-life balance
Conquering Benny's fear of flying
The 'Eastside' story: Persistence through setbacks
The three-legged stool of a balanced life
Finding love: Benny's list for an ideal partner
Outro, bloopers, and final sponsor messages
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