Every Friday, we share one of our favorite interviews with a previous guest. Today's episode features Amanda Lannert, CEO of Jellyvision. Amanda shares Jellyvision's long, rocky history, how they finally found the perfect product-market fit, and how those moments of adversity created the massively successful company that we see today. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ. Email us -> [email protected] Work with us -> https...
May 22, 2020•41 min•Ep. 418
Every Friday, we share one of our favorite interviews with a previous guest. Today's episode features Mike Wystrach, CEO and co-founder of Freshly. Albert and Mike discuss Mike's extensive history in the food industry and how eating healthy has transformed his own life. Mike also shares how he built trust with his customers and how their culture at Freshly differentiates them from the rest of the market. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at ...
May 15, 2020•48 min•Ep. 417
Every Friday, we share one of our favorite interviews with a previous guest. Today's episode features Yaron Galai, CEO and co-founder of Outbrain. Albert and Yaron discuss Outbrain's origin story, how the company survived two market crashes, plus Yaron shares his perspective on mission, leadership, and culture building. --- You can subscribe to our weekly newsletter at mission.org and find us on the socials at @TheMissionHQ. Email us -> [email protected] Work with us -> https://www.missions...
May 08, 2020•41 min•Ep. 416
“The world can only see us as we see ourselves.” ― David R. Hawkins There's something you've been hanging onto that you need to let go. On this episode, Chad talks about living in the moment, letting go of the things that no longer serve you, and how you are a co-creator of reality. Check it: Good News - The world is making moves to (slowly!) open back up. Super Friend - Chad shares his key takeaways and favorite quotes from Dr. Hawkins, the author of Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender . Daily...
Apr 17, 2020•19 min•Ep. 415
"No" can be a sentence. Chad shares how identifying when you want to say 'no' to something can be the first step to really learning who you are. The breakdown: Good News - Today's forecast is brought to you by the Rolling Stones: "You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you find you get what you need." Super Friend - The sentence 'no' is everyone's Super Friend. Chad shares how learning to say 'no' can help you confront the things that are subconsciously affecting you. Dail...
Apr 16, 2020•12 min•Ep. 414
Repetition Compulsion: "a psychological phenomenon in which a person repeats an event or its circumstances over and over again." Today, Chad calls on our good friend Sigmund Freud to help define and explain what it means to be stuck in cycles of 'repetition compulsion.' Quick hits: Good News - The truth about this pandemic - the good and the bad - won't (can't) be fully uncovered right now. Find out why at 0:30. Super Friend - Today's inspiration comes from the great Sigmund Freud and his 1920 e...
Apr 15, 2020•19 min•Ep. 413
You are stuck in a biological flywheel of trauma and recovery. Our engagement with the world is a flywheel that goes through cycles of exercise and recovery. Today, Chad shares how trauma factors into and spins that flywheel and how periods of recovery help us reset. The breakdown: Good news - Chad made it to the mic today - which is always great news! Super Friend - Today's guest in spirit is Dr. Levine, author of "Waking the Tiger." (And no, this episode is in no way associated with Tiger King...
Apr 14, 2020•10 min•Ep. 412
“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” – Carl Jung Do you ever catch yourself taking interest in the same topic over and over again? Sometimes these staples in our discussions are just random... other times, these recurring themes are indicative of something much deeper. Today, Chad dives into what unconscious orbiting is and what it means for you. Here's the breakdown: Good news - By simply becoming aware of what you are unconsciously orb...
Apr 13, 2020•9 min•Ep. 411
There's a battle going on all around you; a battle for your time and attention. Today, we share the second part of Chad's interview with Liz Wiseman, author of " Multipliers " and CEO of the Wiseman Group. Tune in: Good News - Every day is an opportunity to ignore harmful media and focus your energy on building a community around shared believes, ideas, or interests. Super Friend - Liz Wiseman is back. She and Chad discuss why there is a battle for your attention and share stories of times they'...
Apr 10, 2020•26 min•Ep. 410
"Know this place for the first time." - T.S. Eliot Chad is joined by Super Friend Liz Wiseman. They discuss why it's so important to accept yourself as you are and the impact COVID-19 could have on the future of work. The break down: Good News - The good news today is simple: You are perfect the way you are. Hear it from Chad at 0:50. Super Friend - Liz Wiseman is the CEO of the Wiseman Group and a returning Mission Daily guest. She and Chad discuss what it's like to 'see yourself for the first ...
Apr 09, 2020•26 min•Ep. 409
Another analysis of fantasy bonds. Yesterday, Chad kicked off our discussion about fantasy bonds by describing what they are and how to identify them. Today, he digs deeper into how these bonds define not only your relationships with others but also your relationship with your self. The break down: Good News - COVID-19 seems to be losing some traction in New York and Italy. Hear the details at 3:15. Super Friend - Chad is flying solo, so today's Super Friend is you! Chad explains how and why we'...
Apr 08, 2020•19 min•Ep. 408
"The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their proper name." ~ Confucius Back and burning more sage than ever is your host, Chad Grills. Today, he dives deep into "fantasy bonds" – what they are, how they affect your life, and how you can begin to identify them. Check it: Good News - Fantasy bonds exist in all our lives, but with the right tools and knowledge, you can face them. Chad introduces Robert Firestone's book, ' The Fantasy Bond ,' starting at 1:00. Super Friend - Mission Producer ...
Apr 07, 2020•13 min•Ep. 407
Don't let fear-based narratives consume you. On this Monday edition of Mission Daily, Chad is joined by producer and friend Lacey Peace. Chad is burning sage, drinking green tea, and wearing two sets of headphones. Lacey is calling in from a little steel town known by locals as "Yinzburgh." It's a weird one. Here's the breakdown: Good News - A possible COVID-19 vaccine undergoing animal trials is showing some promise ( link ). Hear about that and more at 1:24. Super Friend - Lacey is a hardened ...
Apr 06, 2020•10 min•Ep. 406
"Are you okay?" is a question we all (yes, you) have answered dishonestly. It's time to change that. Chad shares how it felt to finally admit he wasn't okay and what questions you can ask to create the space so others can do the same. (Spoiler: You're gonna have to get vulnerable for this one.) Check it: Good News - A web of human connection exists all around us. Sounds gross, but hear us out at 1:00. Super Friend - Avo was one of the first people to encourage Chad to kick alcohol out of his lif...
Apr 03, 2020•30 min•Ep. 405
You are human and you are a survivor. Chad discusses why pushing through the inner critic is a life (aka world) changer, how to embrace the college cliche of "Dance like no one is watching," plus his passion for the state of California - and the US as a whole - shines through (send in the thought police!) Here's the breakdown: Good News - It ain't all doom and gloom in the world of COVID, hear why starting at 2:20. Super Friend - Chad is joined by Adam Fisher, a veteran of the Silicon Valley “un...
Apr 02, 2020•45 min•Ep. 404
New month, new Mission Daily format. It's true, we haven't been able to settle on a format for this show since it launched over 400 episodes ago... But today, we are (finally!) returning to our founding ethos and using this show as a daily transport of the news and topics that really matter, all hosted by Mission CEO Chad Grills. Each day you’ll get: Good News: Coverage of the people, teams, and topics that are pushing humanity towards the next stage of human evolution. Super Friends: From autho...
Apr 01, 2020•22 min•Ep. 403
Today’s guest is Jon Shreve, the President and CEO of MCG Health, an independent voice that provides healthcare solutions and informed care strategies. On this episode, Jon explains MCG’s role as an information provider, shares his journey into healthcare, and defines what sets MCG apart. He also touches on his philosophy as a leader, MCG’s company culture, and, most important of all, his passion for competitive Scrabble. Tune in and enjoy! — This episode of Mission Daily is brought to you by ou...
Mar 31, 2020•34 min•Ep. 402
Our guest today is Greg Peters, CEO of Zilliant, an AI-based SaaS application that uses machine learning and predictive analytics techniques to maximize B2B sales. At its core, the company is a solution-focused one, combining data, and data science to come up with answers that salespeople can easily digest. In this episode, Greg and Chad discuss: Greg's background as a sportsperson and his times in other CEO roles. Zilliant's take on culture-building and hiring. How Greg thinks about conflict re...
Mar 30, 2020•39 min•Ep. 401
As the world collectively shifts toward remote work, it becomes a struggle to maintain our usual levels of productivity and efficiency. Evernote, the personal productivity tool designed to act as an extension of our brain, has never been as useful as it is today. As CEO, Ian Small is dedicated to doing the things that you would expect from a tool like Evernote, but doing them right. Ian and Chad discuss: Ian's early career, including the work he did at Apple and at Quicktime. What it was like en...
Mar 27, 2020•36 min•Ep. 400
All of us are shaped by our personal stories and experiences, and at times, the unfortunate events that occur throughout our lives are the ones that can motivate us beyond our own belief. Openness, optimism, and dedication are few of many words to describe Sameer Dholakia, the CEO at Twilio SendGrid. Founded in 2009 and acquired by Twilio in 2018, SendGrid is an industry-leading, cloud-based email and communications platform. Today, Sameer and Chad sit down to discuss: Sameer's advice for those ...
Mar 26, 2020•45 min•Ep. 399
As the state of the world becomes increasingly more uncertain, the collective effort to maintain level-headedness, positivity, consistency, and control in our personal and professional lives has never felt so potent. Even in these radical times, there are ways for us to adapt to our unique situations and use the tools we have to optimize for a better future. Today, we sit down with Robert Glazer, Founder and CEO of Acceleration Partners. Robert is a founder, author, speaker, and expert in elevat...
Mar 25, 2020•45 min•Ep. 398
Today's guest is Christy Wyatt, President and CEO of Absolute Software. Absolute specializes in endpoint security and data risk management solutions, and Christy's teams are operating at the cutting edge of the cybersecurity field. Chad and Christy discuss partnerships, mindset, and how the Absolute team works together. They also delve into the more personal side of leadership, where Christy talks about how she balances work and life, how she deals with her inner-critic, and the sacrifices she h...
Mar 24, 2020•43 min•Ep. 397
Making healthcare more accessible and personalized has perhaps never seemed like a more valued endeavor. Today, we sit down with a man putting his knowledge and skills to work to make that vision a reality – Brad Bostic, Founder and CEO of hc1. hc1, short for “Health Cloud One,” is a tech company focused on personalized medicine and predictive diagnostics. Brad founded hc1 in an effort to turn lab data into personalized healthcare insights that health systems could then use to provide better car...
Mar 23, 2020•40 min•Ep. 396
Today, Chad sits down with Dan Helfrich, Chairman and CEO of Deloitte Consulting. With 56,000 employees, Deloitte Consulting has grown from a small but vibrant agency to one that generates billions in revenue each year and has a global influence. In this episode, Dan and Chad discuss: What mindset has laid the foundation for Dan's success Deloitte's values and culture How Dan views his role as a leader Some of the best advice Dan’s received over his 21-year career that’s helped him rise up the r...
Mar 20, 2020•50 min•Ep. 395
Retail wholesaling has been notoriously slow in adopting new technologies. Despite many advancements in other areas of retail, particularly with B2C services, wholesale has continued to rely on Excel spreadsheets and carbon copy notepads. One platform, JOOR, is looking to transform the wholesale retail space, and its CEO, Kristin Savilia, is our guest today! In this episode, Chad and Kristin discuss: JOOR and its mission How their platform is working to get the wholesale experience off of lined ...
Mar 19, 2020•33 min•Ep. 394
Today’s guest is a super friend of the Mission and all-around great human, John Underkoffler. John is the CEO of Oblong Industries turned CTO of Glow through a recent acquisition. Maybe you’ve seen the new UI/AR tech in Minority Report or Iron Man ? That vision for the future of technology is thanks, in part, to John. In this episode, we talk philosophy, collaboration, technology, human teams, and ideas about what comes after capitalism goes “epi” and evolves. A great conversation and a great gu...
Mar 18, 2020•52 min•Ep. 393
Today, we are joined by Maeve O’Meara, the CEO of Castlight Health. From finding the right insurance plan, to understanding what that plan covers, to finding a doctor you trust, making healthcare decisions is difficult, and that's where Castlight comes in. Castlight uses machine learning to provide consumers with deeply personalized guidance so they make better health decisions which ultimately result in lower costs, improved outcomes, and a better experience. In this episode, Chad and Maeve dis...
Mar 16, 2020•40 min•Ep. 391
On this special episode of Mission Daily, we are joined by two amazing women doing amazing things in the world of social impact investing. Joining Chad on-site at Salesforce Tower are Claudine Emeott from the Salesforce Impact Fund and Madeline Duva the CEO of Fluxx. Chad, Claudine, and Madeline discuss: The current landscape of impact investing Some of their personal stories, perspectives, and hopes for the space Diversity in the startup world and how it is increasing but is still in need of at...
Mar 13, 2020•35 min•Ep. 390
On the show today is Stuart Lombard, co-founder and CEO of ecobee. Ecobee is a Canadian home automation company that makes thermostats for residential and commercial use. They are on a mission to create a more sustainable world by simplifying everyday life. In this episode, we learn about: Stuart’s background and journey into entrepreneurship How making canoes with his father as a boy inspired his entrepreneurial spirit What it was like to build one of the first internet service providers in Can...
Mar 12, 2020•35 min•Ep. 389
Joining us today is Gay Gaddis, Founder of T3. Gay started T3 using $16,000 taken out of her IRA during a downturn in the economy. It was a big risk, but thirty years later, it's one that has paid off several-fold. Today, T3 is helping clients build useful brands that reach consumers around the world. Chad and Gay talk about: The importance of being an early adopter of tech and how this gave T3 an edge working with Dell The future of marketing, original content, and product placement. Personal b...
Mar 11, 2020•45 min•Ep. 388
