Unlocking conversations with unreachable mentors

Ever wished you could talk to the people you admire? High-profile thinkers, industry experts, or even historical icons? The reality is that access to them is tough, sometimes impossible. But there’s still a way. If they’ve shared their knowledge through books, podcasts, or webinars, that’s an open door. You can dig into their material, pick their brain, and learn from their perspectives.

Now, there’s a new tool for this—custom GPTs. People are creating specialized GPT models based on well-known personalities, coded with their views and approaches. It’s a whole different level of access.

Take Naval Ravikant. I think he’s a brilliant mind—he dives deep into everything from business and spirituality to life in general. Having a direct conversation with him would be a game-changer, but since that’s not on the table, I use the Naval Ravikant GPT. I ask questions, explore his ideas, and get responses crafted around his unique perspective. It’s as close as I’ll get to having Naval in the room, and it’s pretty powerful.

And if the person you admire doesn’t have a GPT? You can make one. Curate their insights, build the model, and you’ve created a new way to learn from them.

Bottom line: you’re just a few clicks away from engaging with some of the sharpest minds out there. Use it, experiment, and make the most of it. A good conversation—even a virtual one—can go a long way.