Jim Whittaker and the conquest of Everest and K2

You really need to listen to this mp3 (Download from Guy's blog). It is truly truly awesome. If you're a startup, and you're plagued by doubt, and you need that push to keep you going - or generally enjoy listening to stories of triumph over adversity, listen to Jim.

The lessons I picked up:
1) The summit is optional, getting back down is mandatory
2) It’s not about how hard you fall, its about how high you bounce back up
3) Success is sweetest for those who have tasted defeat
4) The biggest problem in achieving your dream is the fear that you cannot do something. Get over that fear, and you'll be amazed at what you can achieve.

Jim Whittaker wrote a book called "A Life On The Edge: Memories Of Everest And Beyond" where he details his life. He's a mountaineer and entrepreneur and he seems to be a genuinely nice person.

Tags: Jim Whittaker, Everest, Guy Kawasaki, Garage, mp3, motivation

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