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Guest on The Rubin Report · 3 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Dean Graziosi appeared on The Rubin Report to discuss entrepreneurship, mindset, and the future of artificial intelligence. During the episode, Graziosi brought up classic underdog stories and inspirational media, mentioning films and books such as Rudy by Rudy Ruettiger and Mark Dagostino, as well as Laura Hillenbrand's bestselling book Seabiscuit. He referenced these works to illustrate how powerful narratives about struggling, overcoming adversity, and achieving dramatic comebacks inspire people emotionally. Furthermore, Graziosi reflected on his own business journey, mentioning that he bought Tony Robbins's program Personal Power off a late-night infomercial thirty years earlier. He noted that even though he already owned a collision shop, an auto sales business, twenty apartments, and was actively building houses at the time, he devoured the product and used its principles to help reinvent his life and accelerate his entrepreneurial career. Through these references to motivational resources and personal development milestones, Graziosi emphasized the enduring importance of mindset, emotional resilience, and continuous self-education when navigating major life transitions and pursuing long-term business success in a rapidly changing world.

Books recommended by Dean Graziosi

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  1. Rudy

    Rudy Ruettiger; Mark Dagostino · Discussed · 1 episode

    Discussed
    “You watch Rudy or Rocky, you got or Seabiscuit, you got tears coming down your face, right?”
    The Rubin Report Don't Wait Another Day or Ai Will Leave You Behind! | Dean Graziosi 2026-04-11 Listen at 10:27
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. Seabiscuit

    Laura Hillenbrand · Discussed · 1 episode

    Seabiscuit by Laura Hillenbrand is a celebrated work of nonfiction that chronicles the improbable journey of a small, underdog racehorse and the resilient team that guided him to greatness during the Great Depression.

    Discussed
    “You watch Rudy or Rocky, you got or Seabiscuit, you got tears coming down your face, right?”
    The Rubin Report Don't Wait Another Day or Ai Will Leave You Behind! | Dean Graziosi 2026-04-11 Listen at 10:27
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  3. Unlimited Power

    Tony Robbins · Discussed · 1 episode

    Unlimited Power by Tony Robbins is a foundational self-help and neuro-linguistic programming book designed to help individuals achieve personal and professional success.

    Discussed
    “I bought Tony's program off of an infomercial late night 30 years ago. I'd already I'd already owned a collision shop and an auto sales. I had 20 20 apartments at the time. I was building houses. I was on my way, and I I bought his product Personal Power and devoured it, right?”
    The Rubin Report Don't Wait Another Day or Ai Will Leave You Behind! | Dean Graziosi 2026-04-11 Listen at 14:18
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
Don't Wait Another Day or Ai Will Leave You Behind! | Dean GraziosiThe Rubin Report2026-04-113