Chip Grossman, of Santa Monica, always thought spirituality and business were opposing goals. It wasn’t until he encountered SGI Nichiren Buddhism that he realized their deep ties. Today, Chip shares how chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo helped him develop the courage and strength to go after his goals and build unshakable happiness.
Cheat Sheet
01:35 Chip seeks more meaning out of life
07:30 Buddhism for daily life
10:46 Starting his own business
16:03 How chanting helped him land his first customer
26:47 Earthly desires are enlightenment
29:50 Giving everything you’ve got to your goal
37:48 Buddhist perspective on work
40:45 Battling imposter syndrome
47:13 A good manager appreciates everyone’s unique qualities
57:14 Starting over with a new team
1:02:43 Being strong is being happy
References mentioned:
- The New Human Revolution, vol. 9, pp. 272–73
- The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 637
- The New Human Revolution, vol. 5, pp. 27–28
- The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, pp. 185-87
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