The James Altucher Show

394 - Tucker Max: Speak Your Truth or Be Silenced [Part 1]

Episode Summary

I’ve known Tucker Max for 2 decades now. 20 years ago, he emailed me for advice. I told him to quit his job. And he did. He’s the bestselling author of “I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell.” And I always tell people that if they want to study good...

Episode Notes

I’ve known Tucker Max for 2 decades now. 20 years ago, he emailed me for advice. I told him to quit his job. And he did. He’s the bestselling author of “I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell.” And I always tell people that if they want to study good writing, go read 10 pages of Tucker's books. “My stuff blew up... All I did was stand up and use my real name and tell my real stories about my real life.” So now Tucker wants to help other people get out there and tell their truth. This part 1 of my interview will tell you how to separate the truth from everything else. Then (in part 2), Tucker will tell you how to deal with fear, how to find your audience, and how to write. 

 

Links and Resources

Scribe Media - scribemedia.com

Tucker’s series of articles “Asshole to CEO

“I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell” by Tucker Max

“Assholes Finish First” by Tucker Max 

“Hilarity Ensues” by Tucker Max 

“Sloppy Seconds: The Tucker Max Leftovers” by Tucker Max 

Tuckermax.com

Follow Tucker on Facebook + Twitter

 

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JT Mccormick - CEO of scribe media

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