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Feb 2025
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How CEO Leila Hormozi Went From Broke, A...

Lewis Howes
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From multiple arrests in her early twenties to building a multi-hundred-million-dollar business empire, Leila Hormozi's journey reveals how mastering emotional regulation became the cornerstone of her success. In this deeply vulnerable conversation, Leila opens up about overcoming childhood trauma, battling anxiety, and learning to embrace discomfort as a pathway to growth. What sets her apart isn't just her business acumen, but her radical approach to managing negative thoughts and emotions – accepting them as natural companions on the path to excellence rather than obstacles to overcome. Through raw stories and tactical insights, she demonstrates how true leadership isn't about eliminating fear or self-doubt, but about taking successful actions despite them. This episode is especially valuable for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone struggling to navigate their emotional landscape while pursuing ambitious goals.

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In this episode you will learn:

  • Why winning never feels good in the moment and how to embrace the perpetual state of discomfort that comes with success
  • How to transform your relationship with negative emotions from resistance to acceptance, and why this shift is crucial for long-term success
  • The three key truths holding women back in business and life, and how to overcome them
  • Why being "smart enough to figure things out, but dumb enough to try" can be a superpower in business
  • How to make decisions aligned with your values by treating them as your "board of directors"

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