39. The Man Who Gave Away $22 MILLION Dollars: CD Baby Founder Derek Sivers | The Icons

In this truly unique and insightful episode of The Icons, host Tyler Waye sits down with Derek Sivers, the legendary founder of CD Baby and a modern philosopher on simplicity, focus, and "hell yes" decisions.Derek Sivers built CD Baby from a small side project into the largest seller of independent music online, eventually selling it for $22 million and giving the proceeds to a charitable trust for musicians. But his story isn't about the money; it's about the mindset.In this deep-dive conversation, Derek shares his counter-intuitive rules for life, business, and creativity. We explore his famous philosophy of "If it's not a 'Hell Yeah!' it's a 'No'," the power of radical simplification, and why sometimes, the best decision is to walk away from a potential billion-dollar opportunity to protect your time and peace of mind.Interview Guest: Derek Sivershttps://sive.rs/https://www.youtube.com/user/dereksivershttps://x.com/siversFor Derek's books: https://sivers.com/Location: Tyler: Motiversity OfficeDerek Sivers: Home StudioFollow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Icons, host Tyler Waye sits down with Myron Golden, a best-selling author, master speaker, and coach to entrepreneurs, for a powerful conversation on building wealth, finding fulfillment, and mastering your mindset.Myron shares his unique philosophy for success, which he's refined over decades of experience. He dives deep into why the conventional advice of "just work hard" or "find the right opportunity" is incomplete and why your Mindset is the true key to unlocking lasting wealth.Interview Guest: Myron Goldenhttps://myrongolden.com/https://www.youtube.com/@MyronGoldenhttps://www.instagram.com/myrongoldenLocation: Myron: Personal Studio Tyler: Motiversity OfficeFollow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this deep-dive episode of The Icons, host Tyler Waye sits down with Peter Diamandis, the visionary founder of the X Prize Foundation and co-founder of Singularity University. Peter is an internationally recognized pioneer in innovation, incentive competitions, and exponential technologies.In this conversation, Peter shares his bold predictions about the future of Artificial Intelligence, including how it will transform industries and solve some of humanity's biggest challenges. We also explore the groundbreaking field of longevity and how technology is rapidly accelerating our ability to extend a healthy human lifespan. Finally, we discuss the critical importance of a mindset of abundance and why optimism is a choice that can shape our reality.Interview Guest: Peter Diamandishttps://www.diamandis.comhttps://x.com/peterdiamandishttps://www.instagram.com/peterdiamandishttps://www.youtube.com/@peterdiamandishttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_DiamandisLocation: Tyler: Motiversity OfficePeter Diamandis: Home OfficeFollow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this interview on The Icons by Motiversity, host Tyler Waye sits down with former Navy SEAL officer and best-selling author Leif Babin to discuss leadership lessons forged in combat. Leif shares a harrowing story from Ramadi, Iraq in 2006, where his team faced overwhelming odds and a ticking bomb. Leif also delves into the unique training of Navy SEALs, particularly the intense "Hell Week" and how it prepares individuals for the physical and mental demands of combat. This conversation provides a roadmap for leading your own life, taking ownership of failures, and finding the discipline to achieve true freedom.Interview Guest: Leif Babinhttps://echelonfront.comhttps://www.instagram.com/leifbabinhttps://x.com/leifbabinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/leif-babin-2a43b631/https://www.amazon.ca/stores/author/B00ZY70SVALocation: Austin, TexasHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this thought-provoking episode of The Icons by Motiversity, host Tyler Waye sits down with world-renowned neuroscientist and Stanford Professor, Dr. Robert Sapolsky. Dr. Sapolsky unpacks his groundbreaking argument against free will, exploring the complex science that drives our decisions, the biological nature of stress, and the profound implications for how we view praise and punishment. Tune in for a conversation that will fundamentally change your understanding of human behavior.Interview Guest: Dr. Robert SapolskyLocation: Tyler: Motiversity OfficeDr. Robert Sapolsky: Home OfficeHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this critical episode of The Icons by Motiversity, host Tyler Waye is joined by former Google X executive and author Mo Gawdat. Mo delivers a stark final warning on the trajectory of artificial intelligence, sharing why we must act now to secure humanity's future. The conversation then explores Mo's powerful, engineering-based approach to happiness, offering a path to find joy in a world facing unprecedented change. Tune in for an essential dialogue on the two biggest questions of our time: survival and happiness.Interview Guest: Mo GawdatFor those looking to find true love... intelligently, check out:https://emma.love/ - Mo’s AI matchmaking appMo’s Substack: https://mogawdat.substack.comhttps://www.mogawdat.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mo_gawdathttps://x.com/mgawdathttps://www.youtube.com/@MoGawdatOfficialhttps://mogawdat.substack.com/https://emma.love/ Location: Tyler: Motiversity OfficeMo Gawdat: Home OfficeHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this inspiring episode of The Icons by Motiversity, host Tyler Waye sits down with professional golf sensation Charley Hull. Made possible in partnership with Boxto Golf, Charley opens up about her relentless drive to win, sharing her unique approach to training, her life on and off the course, and navigating the highs and lows of a career at the top level. Tune in to learn what truly fuels one of golf's most authentic competitors.Welcome to The Icons by Motiversity! An original interview podcast show with the best life, mindset, and success advice from the world's most iconic people. Interview Guest: Charley HullPartner: Boxto Golf - The Soul of the Gamehttps://www.boxtogolf.com/https://www.instagram.com/boxtogolfhttps://www.golftown.com/en-CA/shoes/boxto/Boxto is a premium brand specializing in handcrafted leather golf shoes designed for players who demand quality, style, and performance.At Boxto, we believe in the pursuit of golfing excellence, one well-placed step at a time. We are a brand dedicated to crafting meticulously designed golf shoes and belts that offer a perfect blend of comfort, style, and performance.Location: Studio: Woodlands, TexasHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World-renowned SLEEP expert, Dr, Cheri Mah, in our latest episode of The Icons by Motiversity, hosted by Tyler Waye. Dr. Mah, known for her groundbreaking work with elite athletes, reveals the critical role of sleep in maximizing performance, cognitive function, and overall well-being. Tune in to discover the science-backed strategies you need to optimize your rest and unlock your full potential.Interview Guest Dr. Cheri Mahwww.drcherimah.com/https://www.instagram.com/drcherimahhttps://x.com/drcherimahhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/drcherimahLocation: San Francisco, CaliforniaHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An exclusive in-depth interview on The Icons with legendary tennis coach, Patrick Mouratoglou. Hosted by Tyler Waye, this conversation digs into Patrick's transformative work with some of tennis's biggest stars, including Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka. We highly encourage you to read Patrick's new book: Champion Mindset https://www.patrickmouratoglou.com/en/champion-mindset-pre-order/Interview Guest: Patrick MouratoglouWant to dive deeper into Patrick's winning strategies?Patrick Mouratoglou has distilled his decades of experience and proven methods into his new book, "Champion Mindset: Coach Yourself to Win at Life." https://www.patrickmouratoglou.com/en/champion-mindset-pre-order/www.patrickmouratoglou.comhttps://www.instagram.com/patrickmouratoglouhttps://www.youtube.com/@patrickmouratoglou_officialHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a groundbreaking episode of The Icons, host Tyler Waye sits down with the legendary "Iceman" himself, Wim Hof. Known for his extraordinary ability to withstand extreme cold and his revolutionary Wim Hof Method, Hof has pushed the boundaries of human potential, achieving feats like climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts and enduring prolonged ice baths. Visit www.wimhofmethod.com for more information on Wim Hof and enter MEDIA35 upon check-out for a 35% discount on www.wimhofmethod.com/fundamentals. In this captivating interview, Wim Hof shares the core principles of his method – combining specialized breathing techniques, cold exposure, and unwavering commitment – to unlock hidden physiological capabilities and cultivate a profound connection between mind and body. Tune in to discover how you can tap into your inner strength, boost your immune system, increase your energy, and transform your life through the power of breath and cold.Interview Guest Wim Hofwww.wimhofmethod.comEnter MEDIA35 upon check-out for 35% off www.wimhofmethod.com/fundamentalshttps://www.instagram.com/iceman_hofhttps://www.youtube.com/@wimhof1Location: Tyler: Motiversity OfficeWim: Home OfficeHostJoin host Tyler Waye — renowned work expert and Motiversity’s Managing Partner — in discovering how The Icons defied all odds and succeeded in the face of adversity. Tyler and guests talk mindset, work ethic, failure, career advice, routines, motivation, life stories, leadership and how each icon got through the hard times in their journey to the top.Follow Tylerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3tWHKc-RcOeVlGyZQxtppQhttps://www.instagram.com/TylerWaye/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerwaye/http://tylerwaye.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.