Five Bullet Friday - August 08, 2025

Dear A,

It's been a crazy week. I have so many projects going on at the same time, it's been difficult to keep them all straight.

Here's what I'm following this week...

BOOK I'M READING...

Built to Sell by John Warrillow. This is a modern classic that I have read at least twice before. It serves as a great reminder for what I need to do to make my business more valuable in the eyes of others. It's one of those concepts that is simple to understand but difficult to implement.

IDEA I'M PROCESSING...

I stumbled upon this anonymous idea, which I think is outstanding:

• Laziness kills ambition;
• Anger kills wisdom;
• Fear kills dreams;
• Jealously kills peace;
• Doubt kills confidence.

NOW READ IT AGAIN FROM RIGHT TO LEFT.

VIDEO I'M WATCHING...

Supernatural Pickpocketing Skills with Apollo Robbins. Robbins is one of the best pick-pocket/sleight of hand magicians out there. This is a great example of how easily misdirection can be employed to distract unsuspecting victims.

WORKOUT I'M DOING...

Gym Jones: The Mind is Primary. Gym Jones, founded by elite climber and writer Mark Twight, defines fitness as “the ability to do a task.” Training is outcome-driven and deeply individualized—designed to make the athlete capable of accomplishing specific, real-world objectives, whether that's a film role, tactical mission, or athletic event. Twight famously trained the actors for the movie, 300.

QUOTE I'M PONDERING...

“Modern man is not supposed to be weak, soft, or fat. Strength is a skill. Pain is information. Suffering is a privilege.”

— Mark Twight

 
Thank you for your attention. As always, I welcome your thoughts and suggestions.

Stay safe and vigilant,

Luke Bencie