What Makes People Successful?
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In the first episode of Book Club - a series where we take an in-depth look at a particular book every fortnight - we're talking about The Unfair Advantage by Ash Ali and Hasan Kubba. We look at the equation for success, the MILES framework for identifying our Unfair Advantages, the value of understanding our Unfair Advantages, how everyone has their own Unfair Advantages and the importance of a reality-growth mindset running throughout it all. Enjoy!
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0:45 The Success Equation
02:30 The MILES Framework
07:45 What's the value of understanding Unfair Advantages?
08:20 What if people don't think they have any Unfair Advantages?
09:50 The Importance of Mindset
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Ali's unfair advantage is clearly that English accent.
😜
Haha. It's a good point and I think benefits me too!
Hey! It's u!!!!
Watches Ali Abdaal once
this is so cute considering its all men appreciating that accent in this comment
This poor guy. How is he ever gonna become a doctor with such readable handwriting.
MrKaiyooo bruh
It will "improve" with time...
don't worry he's practicing, such a shame he shows that blasphemy of writing
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Doctors have bad hand writing really is a global phenomena! I grew up Calcutta, Eastern India and it was the case all through. Must be some fine print in the Hippocrates Oath which instructs them to do so!😆
I think the self-esteem/confidence thing is more of an unfair advantage if you were raised in a positive environment which allowed these traits to become inherent in your character. Versus someone who has to work to overcome negative life experiences in order to build confidence. For some people it can take years to develop genuine self-esteem and confidence. That's a disadvantage.
Yeah agreed!
Agree: Many people were raised in abusive households which inherently makes you lack self worth... something which takes years of practice and awareness to overcome.
underrated comment
I agree. Personally, my confidence has grown over the years depending on how much I was willing to put myself out there doing something I wouldn't normally do, which ironically depended on my initial confidence to begin with. Whereas I have seen many people who were confident from a very young age because of their background or the opportunities they were provided with. Ofc I have seen the opposite as well, people not being confident in spite of having many qualifications because of their environment. You may argue that confidence is something you can grow over time with effort, but that might be true for most of the unfair advantages. It is something vital to success, but not something everyone has.
I understand where you are coming from but I actually disagree, you don't need to be a product of your circumstance. It is all a choice.
1. Double down on strengths
2. Determine the path of least resistance
3. Growth Mindset - everything is a learning experience
This is exactly what i was looking for ☺️ Thank you for doing what you do 👍👍
this is legit
Someone has up-graded their editing game. Duly noted 😏
Ali is amazing. It was an honour to be invited for an interview. Was fun!
The editing was fantastic
The content you are putting out Ali is amazing keep it up 👍
I’m going to be that guy. *Duelly
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Luck = when Opportunity meets Preparation
Loved this
Good look
Preparation H
Taken from Oprah
Can i quote you ?
- the background of a person can determine their success
- an unfair advantage when it comes to intelligence
- location and luck (being in right place and at right time and doing something about it)
- Manufacture our own luck (take more actions, do more things, meet more people, go to more events, blog about your startup, produce things & publish them, get feedback, put stuff out into the world) this leads to more of a fair advantage
- education/experience (more brandable, knowledge, network)
- personal growth (confidence, self-esteem)
- growth mindset (anyone can do it) vs fixed mindset (It is something not for me) ~ you got to find a reality balance between them.
- being humble at the end of the day
I might get that book, this dude has a very no non-sense down to earth approach and he seems to want to empower rather than sell a dream.
:) geni.us/e83Ll
Click the link shared by Hasan kubba to understand what dream 🙂
definitely! I don't really read business books because I always thought that it wasn't for me, but this book made me feel so empowered after! :)
I can't believe Ali's handwriting is still so nice years after being a doctor.
Tan Yi Qian It‘s because of psychology. If he started in human medicine immediatly he would have had the squiggly lines style.
If he became a GP it would get worse over the years. That's almost a guarantee
I thought this is only the Chinese doctors tradition before 😂
I'm also very surprised!
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My Unfair Advantage, being interviewed by Ali! 😉
Hasan Kubba I’m mind blown by how good your advice is. I’ll definitely be picking up your book.
@@HasanKubba Will do
@Hasan Kubba Hi Hasan, is there a way to get hold of this book in Europe? Amazon doesn't ship to my country :(
@@HasanKubba okay, thanks a lot!
Buddy amazing book
Loved it
You know Ali, truth be told, just from watching many of your videos now and the very insightful knowledge you pass on, I can tell you that science behind all these things is great - but what is even greater is having the level of enthusiasm towards your target goals that you carry. I think many of us just aren't so obviously enthusiastic and the whole journey becomes more of a grind. You seem to sincerely enjoy almost every facet of learning and the journey and it's something to behold and learn from for ourselves. Your mindset is bulletproof for success regardless if you want to look at science or not, amazing work my friend.
unfair advantage = physical attractiveness , yes lookism is a real thing
Agreed! But also can be a double-edged sword sometimes (e.g. a pretty girl not being taken seriously, or being hit on by the boss etc)
I think it must be irritating to always be judged as that gorgeous looking person, too much of anything is not good, humans loves to feel they are interesting and being perceived as hot doesn't give that emotion.
Money beats looks
not in an interview situation
The most common term is Pretty Privilege
People tend to place positive personality attributes to people that are attractive.
Yes! This series is going to be epic.
If carries on like this...just wow!
Iove this too. Quality work
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Cullin McGrath man said epic
Btw watch his (guy from the comment) videos. I discovered his channel some time ago and he has really quality content . He deserves more subscribers
I never was good at cardiac anatomy so can I get a heart from Ali?
Lol
I was never good at female anatomy so....
M.I.L.E.S framework
1. Money
2. Intelligence/ Insight
3. Location + Luck
4. Education/ Expertise ( Advantages of education: 1. Knowledge. 2. Network. 3. Signaling )
5. Status
Well I've always been a book lover, though for some while now work has been really tight and it even takes me longer to finish reading a single book.
Coming across this channel today and also this specific episode where you talked about unfair advantages was what I really needed, I've been working so hard to the point that I fell sick I'm typing this on my sick bed, and each day I keep asking myself what am I doing wrong, and I keep looking for newer ways to improve my methods... It's crazy you know, listening to this, one of your mentioned points sparked an idea in my head that could really work, and I think I'm gonna try it outtt.
Kylie Jenner: wants to be a billionaire
Unfair advantages: *well hello there*
😂😂
Steve Jobs was born to a poor single mother, but she gave him up for adoption to well off parents who emphasized his education. He grew up having more than he would have had with his birth mother.
Haha funny you mention her. I think you'd like my tedx talk as well ua-cam.com/video/KMd3_xJ_GzU/v-deo.html
Hasan Kubba how about rockefeller and andrew carnegie?
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hi ali! i am a class of 2020, also aspire to become a doctor like you. this whole pandemic really gets me to the point where i'm being lazy to study because quarantine really drains my motivation, but thankfully your video really provide what i need for a current moment. i've been following you for so long and i hope i can implement every tips and advise that i got from this channel!
I think the thing that resonates with me most is the philosophy that EVERYONE has some advantage they can leverage. It gels well with the fact that there are so many examples of people building and growing success while starting from what is traditionally considered severely limiting conditions. I love discovering people who started with “nothing” and built “something.”
With so much negativity on UA-cam these days, it's refreshing to see Ali out there summarizing this book and interviewing the author in a very positive way. So many UA-camrs are out there "debunking" and criticizing. Can't wait to watch more of these videos!
True
Would keep self-esteem under status category. The amount of time and effort I had to put into confront Complex-PTSD/DTD is something I wouldn't call an advantage. Having the ability to be aware of your brain, mind and body to develop any sense of what constitutes self-esteem isn't something to be taken for granted. Thank you for your video(s).
What makes people successful? Active Recall boiiiiiis
Thankful for being introduced to your channel! You are easily one of my favorite UA-camr :) This book is what I have been searching for quite some time. Hope you can recommend more books on "Personal" Competitive Advantage. Love from Singapore!
Dude's got that professional voice-over voice
I've been watching Ali's content for a while but this is honestly such a huge step-up. The content had me completely hooked. Thanks Ali for such a thought-provoking video!
Ali, this video is 🔥. The content, the video’s editing, the interview/clip cut-aways. Keep it up. Looking forward to the next episode of this series.
Realistic videos like this are so much more motivating than any of those "YOU CAN DO IT! JUST WANT IT BAD ENOUGH!" videos. Thank you!!!
:)
Yea
I have discovered your channel by accident -something youtube's fancy algorithm has finally helped me in- and I have been consistently watching some of your videos.
I admire your dedication and your "well-achieveness"; the fact that you are a doctor and you spend your time learning and reading -and playing piano apparently.
I am writing just because I have been isolating myself for the past two months from everyone and everything, and so i just miss the reality of someone hearing or reading what I have to say..
Best of luck,
and keep up the good work.
Been hoping you would do something like this for the longest time. This is gonna be awesome.
This single series will most probably grow your channel more than anything.
I've been following you since you were at 10k subs.
Quality content.
Great video, very well articulated!
Ayyy big fan
@@abhic9386 unfair advantage 😳 but theres nothing wrong with being paid tho its mad
asslop
There is an enormous difference between “hard work” and “hard work towards a specific goal!”
Many people work very hard but get nowhere... mostly because they don’t know where they are going or the steps required to get there. Once you know those elements ... that’s when hard work pays off!
Agreed! You might like my TEDx talk on the topic: ua-cam.com/video/KMd3_xJ_GzU/v-deo.html
yes hard work will give maximum results if done in the right place
right place = unfair advantage
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Love this series! You’ve inspired me to write a review after reading each book (in Notion, no less) and it has become one of the best things in my life! :)
Love the new format and the idea of this series! It's documentary-like content that is somehow refreshing? Usually documentaries have this serious vibe to it but this video has a amateurish feeling albeit well produced that makes me engaged as like any other typical documentary but feels so relatable. More of this kind of editing please!
Came across this channel while looking for ipad comparisons. So glad I browsed through your videos! Great contents! They are very informative and helpful. 💗
Another extremely well organised and informative video. Thanks a lot ali 😊👍🏽
Just found this channel! Always heard of Spaced Repetition & Active Recall, but never really applied it. After watching your videos and all the research you give backing up the power of these strategies, I am determined to apply it.
The content you are creating is amazing. Thank you Ali.
Absolutely loved this video! Excited for this series. The interview clips have me sold on Nebula content too, gonna sign up using your link, thank you for the hard work you put into this channel.
Loved the 5 secs in the end. Good touch. Overall a great video.
I am always in awe with how you do each book review in such an intriguing & deeply insightful way.
Incredible clarity and depth in such a short amount of time, thank you Ali!
You're going to have a million subscribers in no time, the quality of content recently has been 10/10
Aaaaa just found your channel last week, and i love it! Thank u for sharing so much to the world. Love from Indonesia!
This guy is going to be great. I just stumbled upon his channel and I am soooo glad that I did. Thank you Ali 🥰
Anyone who finds this book interesting might enjoy Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers" too - I haven't read "The Unfair Advantage" yet, but Gladwell's book might have covered similar grounds on some respects (or to be precise how famous people's success isn't contingent on hard work only but also external, uncontrollable factors like date of birth, world events, and opportunities)
Great book! I think Gladwell explains how external forces can help, but that's not the only thing that makes the successful, successful. They still had to work hard.
Stefanie Wong Gladwelk's book is about a slightly different vain, a good read none the less. Will Ali be covering books such as these (known best sellers)? Honestly, I hope not. I am more interested in these lesser known authors with interesting content.
Wow! This is an amazing thought Ali. Also would you recommend a book as well at the end of the video or the book you decide to review next. So that it feels more like a book-club.
Bravo! For the effort. Much appreciated man.
Seriously i am currently on this book 'outliers'
I just started today nd hav read only 20% of it.. And yes, up until it is something about this unfair advantage!
But honestly this book is really hooking and i can't wait to finish my dinner and get back to it!
@@dltnio agree
You won't believe it but your videos are making a major impact in my life here. Love from India! 🇮🇳
Same here!
Never thought about something seeming to be a negative about starting a business actually ends up being a positive. Thanks for putting things in perspective!
Most of us don't know what we want to do 'when we grow up', let alone compare our abilities to the rest of the world and simply decide that were qualified to judge, fit for competition. But I shall certainly be reading this book. Thank you for the inspiration and information. I'm really interested in how I might be swayed into thinking otherwise.
I’m so excited for this series! Such a well done, fascinating review!
Love how you focus on reality and real topics, and not just talking about "working harder". I feel that the common view of success, however that may be defined, only focuses on the growth mindset, and as you said, may sometimes turn into an unrealistic mindset. I believe it is crucial to not ignore luck and the fair/unfair advantage throughout the process, but at the same time to also allow yourself the opportunity for luck to transpire. Great video as always.
Awesome comment. Ali is amazing isn't he? You may be interested in my tedx talk ua-cam.com/video/KMd3_xJ_GzU/v-deo.html
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The way you deliver the content is not boring and it really encourages me to watch the video all the way to the end.
"Necessity is the mother of invention" well said Hasan, well said.
I'm definitely going to buy the book
This reminds me a lot of Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers. A lot of people talk about the 10,000 hour rule in that book, but the other big idea is the fact that some people have these kinds of unfair advantages
Absolutely. Love that book so much. We even quote him in the book!
such a good book!!
It's the first book that came to mind after hearing Ali mention the unfair advantage.
I decided to look through the comments to see whether there are folks thinking the same or not, and boom here you are. 😁
Lol thought about this 2 minutes in the video
I'm loving these "Book Club" episodes! Such great insight. Thank you, Ali.
Love the idea of a book club! Already looking forward to see many more book videos
Would love to hear Taimur chime in on this topic!
It’s so important to talk about the unfair advantages like mentioned in the video and the book. Often people don’t think about it and judge by the result and tell you didn’t work hard enough. Some are heritage and gave you certain advantages
I really enjoyed this episode, thanks for creating it Ali!
Ali, I was googling 'self help book clubs' last night. I love this series already. It might be cool if you told us which book you were doing next so we can compare our learnings to yours. Just an idea. Thanks for being awesome :)
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I have to confess !! I accidentally watched your video !! And it completely changed me within 3-4days ...I've been so productive !! Thank you Ali 💕💕❤️
Your skill share course really helped Ali. I also love your channel. Thanks for all that you do.
always love your book recommendations so I'm thankful you're doing this series! saving me time hehe
Love the new Series (Intro style is awesome too!) Would love it if you could look into making a more in-depth discussion of this and perhaps other books of similar themes in the podcast! Could be a good way to grow, what is already a great Podcast!
Wow, new series! You must be one of the most consistent, mindful and practical youtuber I followed. Your content is always enjoyable and succinct. The education is indeed an unfair advantage especially when you leave in place where 'a degree from a well recognised (international) university' is put blatantly as a requirement on a job post, lol.
Anyways, keep up your good work! Thank you for an inspiration!
That ad placement was so smooth,
Great summary and great edit. Firsr video i watched and i loved it!
Ali you inspire success! I’m a med student from Australia and you’ve inspired me to study differently using evidenced based study practices and to even start my own channel. Thank you for the quality content and for keeping it 100. Very excited for this new series!!!
Bro this is great! Good luck with your channel, I'll be looking out for you
Aww, I love when people get motivation on this videos. It's like having hope on everyone. Having people who wants to be good on whar tgey do and do the right thing
Michael Swart Thanks so much mate
*/ absolutely!!! Thanks for commenting 😊
Hey brother. I'm an Indian citizen studying medicine in Russia. I'm in the 1st course right now and really excited to see your part of the same journey. I've not yet started my youtube channel but someday for sure. But right now, I'll be watching & surely SUPPORTING your life journey. Best of Luck with the channel and medical education. Just want to let you know that I've subscribed your channel and will be seeing your videos more often😉
The editing was so different this time! You levelled up!
P.s. I'll duly note my unfair advantages and work on my reality growth mindset. Thanks for this wonderful video!
Thank you! Excited to follow your teachings as am a newbie to your channel. 😀
Love the idea behind the series ! Please do more of these !
Interviewer: Sir what exactly is Goodluck
Stoicist: Oh, that's when opportunities meet hardwork.
I just binge watched all of your episodes and didn't knew wat to do with my life further!
And there you post a new video! 😁
Thanks for exposing this interesting point of view in such an easy way!! For sure this is a must-read book!
Hey Ali, loving your book reviews! keep up the good work.
Damn you leveled up. Hadn't checked your channel out in a while... solid progress to say the least. In fact, the progress demonstrated is more motivational than all the motivational videos on youtube combined!
It would be really interesting and helpful to see your take-aways from these books. This would also give us an idea as to should we read these next.
Also, the editing of this video was truly remarkable.
Can agree about the point that everyone has some sort of unfair advantage.
But when you don't have any advantage and you grind your way through the obstacles and get something... Man that feeling is unmatchable.
Thank you for creating this wonderful piece of content. I really appreciate your hardwork to provide us the framework of MILES, it is the most insightful video i have ever seen on what factors success depends on.
"i knew some really well of kids in university and they just were playing world of warcraft"
Ali laughing, tyring not to feel personally attacked :D
Complain Complain Complain
Rename
Whimp & Whine
Such people always find suckers to further careers
Thank you, Ali. Hope you upload videos frequently on books review
"Necessity is the mother of invention" well said Hasan, well said.. Luck = when Opportunity meets Preparation.
Amazing discovery there! Loved the content!
I love this concept for the new series! Exactly what I need! Thank you so much for doing this. I love the way you efficiently explain things while keeping it interesting
I'm so glad!
Also interesting to think about how the 'fair play' and 'unfair advantage' variables are interdependent - definitely some causation. Not just that, but 'I think' is it fairly evident that the 'success' returns are exponential with time when an unfair advantage bleeds into fair play early in life. Discovered your channel today Ali - loving it!
Yes!
Very good points there. (:
WoW! tq for the great review and looking fwd for the other book club series...
Wow, thanks for this Ali - I've now ordered the book and I'm looking forward to getting stuck in!
Hey Ali! I just can't fully express how helpful your content have been to my self-discovery journey! In Bahasa Indonesia, we say: "Terima Kasih!!" Thank youu for sharing such awesome contents! Stay inspiring! 🌞
Building wealth involves developing good habits like regularly putting money away in intervals for solid investments. Financial management is a crucial topic that most tend to shy away from, and ends up haunting them in the near future… I pray that anyone who is reading this will be successful in his or her life!!!
I’m celebrating a $30k stock portfolio today. I started this journey with 6k. I have invested on time and also with the right terms now I have time for my family and the life ahead of me
Wow, really. I was able to make my $25k on invstment
@@thylda7877I’m looking for something I can venture into on a short term basis, I have $15k sitting in my savings
Assets that can make you rich
*FX
*Btcoin
*Stocks
*Gold
*Real estate
You’re right but a lot of people remain poor due to ignorance
Great articulation of the facts in the book. The presentation of the content is really awesome!
I really feel that the channel is under-rated. Keep growing!
Hey man, I love your video! it was really well done and I love how you gave your own viewpoints on it as well. it allowed me to see a different perspective. well deserving of a like!
enjoyed this one Ali, hope you're having a good Ramadan thus far.
I seriously can’t wait for this series
Your active recall revision video is incredible I have a new revision technique that is actually working
great idea for a series.. going to start watching this stuff! Two thumbs up for sure
Ali? Ive been a subscriber for about a month now and I just want to thank you for doing this video. Why?
You see, I have a TBi that I got in 2018. You just gave me that AHA! moment
I have several unfair advantages. with a single video you removed my feeling of worthlessness and anxiety
as a 31 y o lady I am so grateful for this video WHY? because you made me realize that despite having TBi and chronic anterogram amnesia cause of that accident, still have a "knack" in the arts.
(You see, i have a degree in fine arts and I actually made my account's picture in pen and ink)
thank you I looove your channel.
Thank you for lighting my candle and telling me I have SEVERAL unfair advantages
I loove you(not romantically but as a person) for that
Have a great rest of the day man
Thanks again for this.
I actually took notes while this video was playing :D
sending digital hugs from this Manila Lady
Thank you for another great video, Ali :) I would only disagree that confidence and self-esteem can, as you nonchalantly say, be put into the fair advantage column. While you are technically right that these can be developed, I have noticed that family upbringing and trauma are often the main factors behind their lack. It is one thing to have had the luck and the privilege to grow up in such an environment that helps you build a healthy self-esteem, and quite another to have had it impaired from an early age by social conditioning (another example is being bullied in school). In the latter case, it might take you years to rebuild and even lots of therapy. And this delay could cost you opportunities. Just a thought :)
P.S. Of course, it depends what we mean by "confidence", but I would personally put boundaries and being able to push back in this category, and a lot of people have issues with those, and they take time to rebuild.
I like the start of this. Could be a fascinating series going forward
This video is real gem. Wise advice
Awesome, thank you Ali. I really appreciate your perspective and your note taking.
Such a helpful video showcasing this book. Just the title of the book makes you think differently and this has been a game changer for me and how I view living with a chronic condition, whilst being trying to be fruitful. Thanks Ali for bring this to my/our attention :)
Thank you! Looking forward to your thoughts on it!