Ryan Holiday

Ryan Holiday, a marketer and author, first made his mark on the literary scene with his debut book "Trust Me, I'm Lying" in 2012. This was followed by other notable works like "The Obstacle Is the Way" (2014) and "Ego Is the Enemy" (2016). His writing career has been marked by success, with one of his works "The Daily Stoic" reaching No. 2 on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list in the Hardcover Business category. This success has not only established Holiday as a bestselling author but also as a prominent figure in the popularization of Stoic philosophy.

Outside of his writing, Holiday runs his own marketing firm, Brass Check, and owns an independent bookstore, Painted Porch Bookshop. His influence extends beyond the literary and marketing world, with invitations from sports teams like the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks to discuss his ideas. These interactions have showcased his ability to translate his philosophy into motivational speeches. Holiday has also spoken at Stoicon, an annual conference for academics and practitioners of Stoicism, further cementing his role in the Stoicism community.

Holiday's work has had a significant impact on the tech industry, with entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley finding his approach to Stoicism particularly appealing. In 2024, he released "Right Thing, Right Now: Good Values. Good Character. Good Deeds."