Robert Greene, an author who writes about strategy, power, and seduction, joins Scott to discuss how to build power, the roles we all play in daily life, and how to find your life’s task and achieve mastery. Follow Robert, @RobertGreene. Timestamps 00:00 - In This Episode 00:57 - What’s your origin story? 03:38 - What’s the personal side of your life like? 04:21 - How do you define power? 06:18 - You say we’re all born actors — what do you mean by that? 08:02 - How would you coach a young person to build social capital? 10:57 - What role does ego play in power dynamics? 13:28 - What role does ego play in power dynamics? 17:00 - Break 18:24 - How can young people develop stronger social skills? 21:51 - What’s the difference between cold and warm seducers? 24:10 - Why did you write Mastery? What message were you trying to send? 26:36 - What separates true masters from the average? 28:37 - How do you find your life’s task? 31:45 - What makes a good storyteller? 34:16 - Break 35:28 - What has your self-reflection taught you about masculinity? 41:34 - What advice do you have for struggling young men? 45:44 - What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received? 46:30 - What’s a piece of media that resonated with you? 47:30 - Will the current state of power in the U.S. get better or worse? 48:43 - If you could go back and speak to someone you’ve lost, who would it be and what would you say to them? Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://links.profgmedia.com/youtube-prof-g-sub Want more Prof G? Check out everything we're up to at https://links.profgmedia.com/home #scottgalloway #robertgreene #podcast #podcastshow #usa #mastery #profg #lawsofpower