Join us on Unmistakable Creative for a soulful exploration of inner wisdom with Susan Piver, a renowned Buddhist teacher, meditation instructor, and New York Times bestselling author. In this episode, Piver shares her insights on mindfulness practice and how to incorporate it into your life. Discover the lessons Piver learned from taxi driving and bartending and how music can impact your writing. Learn about the importance of developing self-trust to find your place in the world and how accompli...
Oct 19, 2015•1 hr
In this episode of the podcast, Dan Martell talks about his journey from ending up in jail for drug related charges to starting and investing in multiple successful companies, and about the inner game of entrepreneurship HIGHLIGHTS Changing a narrative of brokenness Understanding your story, internal emotions and beliefs How adversity can unlock a powerful belief system Why dealing with chaos and uncertainty has to become normal Bouncing back from entrepreneurial failures The role that your frie...
Oct 14, 2015•59 min
Bob Chapman is a different kind of leader, one who treats the employees who work for him like members of his family. And what Bob refers to as Truly human leadership has not only led to increased employee satisfaction, but record growth for this company. In this episode we talk about the difference between leadership and management, and changing the broken language of business. HIGHLIGHTS Why Giving People Hope is a Key for Leadership The Journey from Accountant To CEO How Business Could Be The ...
Oct 12, 2015•45 min
In this special 2 part episode, Greg Hartle, a mentor and friend who played played an instrumental role in the development of Unmistakable Creative returns to the show for one of the year’s most riveting and thought provoking conversations about how to live well and die well. This episode is filled with so much wisdom, you’ll likely want to revisit it again and again. HIGHLIGHTS How Labels Limit What we can Accomplish in Our Lives Why our Temporary Circumstances Don’t have to Define Us Dealing W...
Oct 07, 2015•1 hr 26 min
In this special 2 part episode, Greg Hartle, a mentor and friend who played played an instrumental role in the development of Unmistakable Creative returns to the show for one of the year’s most riveting and thought provoking conversations about how to live well and die well. This episode is filled with so much wisdom, you’ll likely want to revisit it again and again. HIGHLIGHTS How Labels Limit What we can Accomplish in Our Lives Why our Temporary Circumstances Don’t have to Define Us Dealing W...
Oct 05, 2015•1 hr 21 min
In this episode of the podcast, author, speaker and coach Kary Oberbrunner joins us to talk about overcoming resistance in our work and and our lives, dealing with our perfectionist tendencies and much more. HIGHLIGHTS Dealing with and Overcoming Addiction Resolving the Tension in our Lives How Perfectionism Negatively Impacts Our Lives Why We All Have Self Sabotaging Tendencies The Myth That We Can Eradicate Pain The Relationship Between Our Tolerance for Pain and Our Level of Success The Two L...
Sep 30, 2015•47 min
In this episode of Unmistakable Creative, author of the The Happiness Project , and Better than Before joins us to share unconventional wisdom on habits and happiness. HIGHLIGHTS: Manageable and Realistic Ways to Become Happier Why We Need a Burning Desire and the Willingness to do the work The Power of Unconditional Support from Important People in your Life Four Tendencies That Drive our Habits The Role of Intrinsic Motivation Understanding What is True of You A Critical Variable that Changes ...
Sep 28, 2015•47 min
In this episode of the podcast, artist and designer Aerosyn Lex whose work has been exhibited and New York’s Museum of Modern Art, and who has collaborated with iconic brands and individuals like Kanye West and Nike joins us to talk about the process of finding your creative identity. HIGHLIGHTS: The difference between a professional pursuit and calling Why success isn’t promised with even hard work and talent The reasons we tend to ignore our calling The importance of environment and emotional ...
Sep 23, 2015•1 hr 2 min
In this enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative, we delve into the mind of the multi-talented Derek Sivers. Known for his diverse roles as a musician, programmer, author, and the founder of CD Baby, Sivers shares his unique perspective on creating a life that allows you to achieve anything you want. We explore the profound impact of his nomadic lifestyle and how it shaped his worldview. As an introvert at the helm of a company, Sivers provides valuable insights into leadership and team man...
Sep 21, 2015•53 min
In this short Friday behind the scenes episode, we talk about how our first animated series in partnership with Soulpancake came to be. HIGHLIGHTS An introduction to our CEO Brian Koehn A simple tip to build relationships with people in high demand Dissecting the myth of the “solopreneur” The power of operating in your zone of genius How effective collaboration plays a role in creative projects An inside look at the creation of the first animated short RESOURCES MENTIONED Elle Luna – The Crossro...
Sep 18, 2015•17 min
In this episode Scott Eblin joins us to talk about the power of presence and character traits of effective leaders. HIGHLIGHTS The tremendous importance of presence in order for us to be effective How being in roles where you’re close can impact your career Lessons learned in communication and psychology from the world of politics Thinking beyond achievement of our goals Finding intersection between what brings you joy and the world needs What separates top executives from the rest of the pack T...
Sep 16, 2015•52 min
In this episode of the of the Unmistakable Creative, aid de camp to general Stanley Mcchrystal and Navy seal Chris Fussel joins us to share psychology, mindset and leadership lessons from how the challenges faced in Iraq can be relevant to countless businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations. HIGHLIGHTS How the reasons we do things evolve after we start Finding the internal equation that allows you to find your edge Developing the capacity to challenge ourselves and push our boundaries The ...
Sep 14, 2015•57 min
In this episode, author Warren Berger joins us to talk about the power of leveraging questions to drive innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship. HIGHLIGHTS How asking questions drives innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship The importance of letting our work be shaped by different perspectives Why questioning matters and why we don’t appreciate it as much as we should How questioning unintentionally gets trained out of us Developing a capacity for and a habit of asking questions The why,...
Sep 09, 2015•47 min
In this episode, author Michael Port returns to the show to share lessons learned from a 9 year acting career, and how we perform our best in high stakes situations. HIGHLIGHTS: Understanding the difference between approval and results How Michael turned dyslexia into an advantage Learning to turn our disadvantages into advantages The difference between self expression and self understanding Lessons in persistence and grit from a 9 year acting career Performing at our best in high stakes situati...
Sep 07, 2015•51 min
In this thought-provoking episode of Unmistakable Creative, acclaimed author and Fortune senior editor Geoff Colvin challenges the conventional belief that talent is the sole determinant of success. Delving into the core theme of "Why Talent is Overrated," Geoff explores the undeniable value of human skills and qualities that set us apart from machines. Join Geoff Colvin as he delves into the fascinating intersection of talent, hard work, and human potential. Drawing from extensive research and ...
Sep 02, 2015•58 min
In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative, former critical care nurse Tonya Leigh joins us to talk about lessons learned from the dying, and learning to living with ambition and ease. HIGHLIGHTS Making the conscious decision to slow down the pace of your life Learning to live with both ambition and ease Lessons learned from deathbed conversations Stepping outside of your life to focus on what matters Creating a stop doing list to have a more quality life What it means to go all in on your lif...
Aug 31, 2015•36 min
In this episode of the podcast, Cole Hatter joins us to share life lessons from his time as a firefighter, and the loss of two friends in a tragic accident. HIGHLIGHTS: Doing meaningful work that is profitable The power of systems in your business How death equalizes all of us as humans Wrestling the loss of identity and managing your psychology Doing something meaningful with the experiences of our losses Shifting post traumatic stress to post-traumatic growth Creating a sense of urgency in you...
Aug 26, 2015•49 min
In one of the most heartwarming conversations of 2015, author-humanitarian and attorney Bob Goff joins us to talk about love, what we’re made to do, and living a life filled with whimsy. HIGHLIGHTS What you’re able to do vs what you are made to do Infusing your life with a sense of wonder and taking a childlike approach to everything Viewing things as additions and interruptions How curiosity and humility can shape our lives Factors that cause love to start to emerging The 8 most important peopl...
Aug 24, 2015•1 hr
In this episode of the podcast, live event artist John Bukaty shares his incredibly journey from college football player to becoming a Rock n Roll painter. HIGHLIGHTS The journey from football player to artist Dealing with several tragic losses in a row Uncovering the archetypes that lead to our calling Lessons learned from the football field The gifts of education that come from our past Making the distinction between “this is happening” and “this is happening to me” Finding profound moments an...
Aug 19, 2015•50 min
In this episode, Accidental Creative founder Todd Henry returns to the show to talk about the keys to harnessing the power of your authentic and creating work that resonates with other people. HIGHLIGHTS Giving ourselves space and freedom for exploration and play The freedom that comes with having limited options Essential elements of a substantive body of work Learning to be decisive in the face of uncertainty Doing work that is founded upon something you care about The three core elements of a...
Aug 17, 2015•50 min
In this episode of the podcast, Sean D Souza joins us to share is journey from comic artist for India’s newspapers to running a wildly successful copywriting business. HIGHLIGHTS Writing comic strips for Indian newspapers How adversity gives us an opportunity to make improvements in lives The power of persistence in a career path Making the transition from cartoonist to copywriter Copywriting lessons from the world of cartooning Building a business on your own scheduling Translating the world ar...
Aug 12, 2015•57 min
In this episode, Transhumanist 2016 Presidential candidate, Zoltan Istvan talks to us about how artificial intelligence will impact the future of humanity and government. HIGHLIGHTS Developing the belief to accomplish audacious goals like running for president What its like be the first atheist presidential candidate Finding the drive to be radical How the meaning of life changes when there is a possibility of living forever The potential of science and technology to influence policy The ways in...
Aug 10, 2015•58 min
In this episode SOMA Water Filter founder Mike DelPonte shares his story of how a light bulb moment lit the spark for starting his company and the essential questions to ask in order to discover our calling. HIGHLIGHTS The three questions to ask if you want to find your calling Lessons learned from running a global nonprofit Why being a great thinker is essential to your growth How difficult jobs give us perspective on life Insights into accelerated growth at an early stage startup Dealing with ...
Aug 05, 2015•42 min
In this episode of the podcast, Moleskine’s director of brand and public relations, Erik Fabian, joins us to talk about how a notebook can serve as a platform your imagination and the pillars of an iconic brand. HIGHLIGHTS Erik’s early influences from art teachers and theatrical performance Trusting your sense of joy Finding our sense of community as adults Why in-person events create faster bonds than online communities The influence of attending an experimental college How a notebook can serve...
Aug 03, 2015•55 min
In this episode of the podcast, Chris Bailey talks about lessons learned from a year of conducting experiments in productivity. HIGHLIGHTS A series of productivity experiments that led to Chris’ year long project Learning to see what our potential future could be The importance of spending your time on things you value and add meaning to your life Why the idea of what we want to do is so much sexier than what we have to do Leveraging the power of curiosity for information retention Designing pro...
Jul 29, 2015•53 min
In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, we welcome back Ashley Ambirge, the audacious founder of The Middle Finger Project and CEO of House of Moxie, Inc. Ashley's journey is nothing short of inspiring, as she navigates her way from living in a trailer to establishing a wildly successful copywriting business. Ashley's story is a testament to resilience and the power of self-reliance. Her experiences, both the hardships and triumphs, have shaped her into the person she is today. She...
Jul 27, 2015•41 min
In this episode of the podcast writer and speaker Jon Acuff talks about writing multiple books and the critical ingredients for a career do over. HIGHLIGHTS How creative frustration led to the star of Jon’s first blog Why we have a tendency to write off our defining moments The great lie of apathy that keeps people standing on the sidelines The role that community plays in every creative endeavor Exploration as the path to finding our purpose Dealing with the weight of other people’s voices when...
Jul 22, 2015•47 min
In this episode of the Unmistakable Creative, Basecamp Co-Founder David Heinemmer Hanson talks about unlearning everything that we know about business. HIGHLIGHTS: How being a blog reader lead to becoming the co-founder of a company The power of exposing yourself to the right group of people Why we can’t necessarily predict the the future based on our past Leveraging a deep seated mistrust of authority to your advantage The danger of misapplying patterns where the context does not match Breaking...
Jul 20, 2015•1 hr 1 min
Don Miller fell in love writing at a very early age, when believed he was naive enough to make a living at it. Writing a newsgroup newsletter for the local church lit the spark for a writing career that has spanned many years and several best sellers. HIGHLIGHTS Owning our formative experiences as part of the journey The war of identity that comes with growing up How brain chemistry impacts our drive and motivation Why tragedy and the lowest moments of our life can be the most powerful ones Why ...
Jul 15, 2015•57 min
Rob’s early curiosity about life’s big questions planted the seeds for reinventing the experience of church and creating a community with room for doubt, discovery and belief HIGHLIGHTS Rob’s early curiosity about life’s big questions Creating a community with room for doubt, discovery, and disbelief Developing the extraordinary sense that life is a gift Viewing your life as a giant art project Finding the extraordinary gifts in our suffering Why we need something that brings us joy and gets us ...
Jul 13, 2015•54 min
