Robert Greene: The Untold Story Behind The 48 Laws of Power | E158

Robert Greene is a globally renowned author and thinker best known for his groundbreaking books on power, strategy, and human behavior, including the international bestsellers The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, and Mastery. But before becoming a literary icon, Robert struggled through decades of uncertainty—working over 50 different jobs, battling self-doubt, and feeling lost in his 30s. It wasn’t until age 37, after years of rejection and frustration, that his life changed with the release of The 48 Laws of Power, a book that would go on to sell millions of copies and influence everyone from CEOs to world leaders and hip-hop legends. In this episode, Robert opens up about the real pain behind his rise, the dangerous truths about power, and the deeply human experiences that shaped his work.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro and Robert's Get Rich or Die Trying Moment06:25 – 50 Jobs, Self-Doubt, and a Dream to Write13:37 – Suicidal Thoughts and The Emotional Cost of Unfulfilled Potential25:11 – How to Become Powerful and Master Relationships35:54 – Why You Shouldn’t Follow All 48 Laws—and Who Actually Did48:49 – Surreal Moments, Paparazzi, and the Prime Minister of ItalyResources:Robert's InstagramRobert's WebsiteSneak Peak of Robert's New Book, The Law of the SublimeAbout Randall Kaplan: Randall Kaplan is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, executive coach, co-founder of Akamai Technologies, founder and CEO of JUMP Investors, and host of In Search of Excellence. Through his Extreme Preparation™ methodology, he helps founders, executives, business owners, and ambitious professionals improve strategy, communication, decision-making, and execution.Coaching and Staying Connected:1-on-1 Coaching | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn | X