No one has single-handedly given me better insight about the business side of art than the New York Times bestselling author, Ramit Sethi. He’s a business savant, mindset master, habit king, and money maker. Ramit is a regular on the show by now, and this episode is one of my favs from my 30 Day of Genius series. It was such a hit and I still get so much positive feedback on how powerful his advice is that we had to share it with you on the podcast. Our conversation is packed full of both mindse...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast If calculated risks keep us growing, why do we stop? There are two contrasting ideas that many of us have about creativity. It’s that we want to stand out and share our work while at the same time we want to fit in. When we stand out, it means we’re not fitting in. We can’t have both. Human nature likes us to fit in, so it becomes very risky behavior to stand out even in a creative world. If we never make anything, if we make only what’s comfortable or we create something and then never share it...
Aug 15, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tunde Oyeneyin is a hugely popular Peloton instructor and inspires millions of people from the seat of a bike. But Tunde’s story of finding her purpose and landing in the position of a world-famous fitness instructor is rooted in tragedy, grief and insecurity. In her recent book, Speak: Find Your Voice, Trust Your Gut and Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be, Tunde tells her story and how she turned the sadness of her younger years into inspiration and found the strength to become the ...
Aug 10, 2022•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast As creatives, we are often our own worst enemies. It’s far too easy to become stuck, believing the labels others have given us. These labels, and the self-limiting beliefs we attach to them, can be difficult to change. The truth is that if we want to be the best versions of ourselves possible, we must find a way to let go of who others think we are and start embracing our creativity. Enjoy! --- Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive is the world's largest hub for online ...
Aug 08, 2022•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this podcast, Marcus Buckingham takes on a journey through what makes the individual unique and why everyone should embrace their weirdness. Marcus discusses the Norse concept of "WYRD," whereby everyone is born with a unique "Spirit" or "Daemon" that defines the life we subsequently lead. "Red Threads" are the energy fields we should search out and harness to enjoy our life here on earth fully, and you notice those energy fields when time begins to pass so quickly that you don't see it. Marc...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast There’s no such thing as creative people and non-creative people. There's simply people who use their creativity and those that don't. Yet what we're realizing is unused creativity can wreck havoc on our lives making us feel disconnected from our purpose. When our dormant creativity wakes up, it guides us. In this episode we explore if unexpressed creativity is pulling you in the wrong direction and how to re-awaken it. Enjoy! --- Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive i...
Aug 01, 2022•13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Tony Nader is one of the brilliant minds in the United States with extensive knowledge of holistic consciousness. He has a Ph.D. in Brain and Cognitive Sciences from MIT and is a neurologist trained at Harvard University. He is the successor of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, a renowned scientist and Vedic Guru. Dr. Nader is the head of the global Transcendental Meditation organization in more than one hundred countries. In this episode I ask Tony the age old question: what is the meaning of life? Yo...
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you starting a new job? Making a career transition? I’ve received a number of inbound questions on this topic as new grads seek jobs and/or folks are in a career transition. Two key topics: Entering an Industry Without Experience How to stand out Negotiating a Higher Salary It’s never comfortable starting something new and big when you’re inexperienced, but guess what? It’s not your job to become a master overnight. Nobody expects that of you and you shouldn’t place too high of expectations ...
Jul 25, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Tony Fadell is an entprepreneur and investor with a 30+ history in designing products that profoundly improve people's lives. He is the founder and former CEO of Nest, the company that pioneered the “Internet of Things.” Tony was the SVP of Apple’s iPod Division and led the team that created the first 18 generations of the iPod and the first three generations of the iPhone. Throughout his career Tony has authored more than 300 patents. Today, Tony's primary focus is as Principal of Future Shape,...
Jul 20, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, I answer two popular questions. The first question I don't get asked enough, but I've certainly thought a lot about: how do balance career, exercise, and creative time. While this can be different for everyone, I share a few key aspects I've learned over the years including how I protect my self-care routine. Next, Dylan called in asking about how to manage two similar but different passions. We're all multi-hyphenates. Our passions have many layers and explorations. However, cl...
Jul 18, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Steven Pressfield is a bestselling author of a number of both fiction and nonfiction books, such as The Legend of Bagger Vance and Tides of War. He also has bestselling classics on creativity, such as the War of Art and Turning Pro. I have read and recommended many of Steven’s books to my audience and fellow creatives over the years and am indebted to him, particularly for his work in The War of Art. Our recent conversation on my show focused on his most recent book, Put Your Ass Where Your Hear...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast It’s true that reading books is one of the most important skills in life. For students, it helps them to improve their reading skills and learn new vocabulary. For adults, it can help them to stay mentally sharp by providing a change of perspective and new ideas. On today's show we are getting into my strategies to read more in less time and harness wisdom in books. In this show: Tips on how to read more effectively Why reading books is good for your brain Benefits of reading books for mental he...
Jul 11, 2022•9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jason Reynolds, known for his creative storytelling has topped the charts now 17 times as a #1 New York Times best-selling author. Jason specializes in writing not-boring books that will entice even young reading-skeptics into books. Born in Washington, DC, Jason began writing poetry at an early age and only read his first book from cover to cover at age 17. Jason published his first novel in 2014 and has since then been a leading force in books for youth. Highlights from our conversation: How t...
Jul 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Humans are social creatures. More than a pastime, relationships are an existential need, especially for creatives, because a large part of our work involves communication, idea exchange, inspiration, and sharing. But at a time when social media dominates so much of out attention, has it really replaced the need for physical meetings? On today's episode, we talk about the power of in-person connection and networking, and how to integrate in-person meet ups and networking into building your dreams...
Jul 04, 2022•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Cold water has elevated my life in many ways since that first polar plunge about a decade ago. Since then, I’ve experienced tremendous benefits- you’ve heard me on my soapbox, so I wanted to have the cold water swimming legend Dr. Mark Harper on this show to give us a scientific approach. We also get into his new book, Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure. Dr. Mark Harper, MD, Ph.D., is a consultant anesthetist at Sussex University Hospitals, UK, and Kristiansand, Norway. He is a leading expert in pr...
Jun 29, 2022•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's time to launch your next big thing. Whether you want to change career paths, pick up a new hobby, write a book or launch a new business, the time is now. This episode is meant to help you unlock the next chapter in your journey. Share your questions with me via text: 206-309-5177 🙂 Enjoy! --- Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive is the world's largest hub for online creative education in photo/video, art/design, music/audio, craft/maker and the ability to make a ...
Jun 27, 2022•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sheleana Aiyana is driven by her immense desire to help people create more conscious relationships and come home to themselves. So many of us live under persistent low-grade anxiety. Much of that anxiety stems from unhealthy or dysfunctional relationships, and today, Sheleana is here to share some insights on how to begin your own journey home to yourself. Sheleana is the founder of Rising Woman, a community of more than four million. with a vast experience in plant-based medicine, and inherited...
Jun 22, 2022•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Everyone wants a mentor, the wise little green creature who will teach us how to swing a lightsaber and use the Force. I was no exception when I started out in photography. I thought someone was going to take my outstretched hand and guide me along the path to greatness. They’d tell me what to learn, how to learn it, and what to do once I’d done so. As I’ve progressed along my creative path and become a person whom other aspiring photographers ask to serve as their own mentor, I’ve come to reali...
Jun 20, 2022•23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Dr. Rangan Chatterjee has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and is considered one of the most influential medical doctors in the UK. His goal is to help 100 million people live healthier lives. Dr. Chatterjee is the host of a well-known UK podcast called “Feel Better, Live More” with 52 million downloads, and was the host of the BBC’s “Doctor in the House” helping families make simple lifestyle changes that helped and cured major illnesses. He is the author of Four Sunday Times Bestsell...
Jun 15, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast The world would have you believe that creativity is an indulgence. “Get a real job” or “find something you’re good at” are a few common phrases that get thrown around. But so long as you do that, you’re on someone else's path. It isn't living your own life - it's following someone else's. Why spend your life that way when you could be seeing the world for what it really is? In today’s episode, we’ll explore what Friedrich Nietzsche meant by his words "No artist tolerates reality" and why it’s fo...
Jun 13, 2022•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Nabil Ayers is the president of Beggars Group USA, which has released albums by many world-famous artists and Grammy winners. He has also written about music and race for major publications including The New You Times and Rolling Stone. From musician to entrepreneur to president and now writer, Nabil Ayer has always chosen a path different than most, which as revealed in his memoir has been much more connected to his absentee father than he would have known. I have been friends with Nabil for 10...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Early on in my career, I had to make an important distinction between what it means to be a photographer, and what it means to be a professional. Not suprrisingly, if you have an ambition to do something different in your career, there are a myriad of obstacles. The largest one, being you. In this episode I pull some lessons from my own career that helped me break through. Enjoy! --- Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive is the world's largest hub for online creative ed...
Jun 06, 2022•12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Regret is an unavoidable aspect of the human condition. No matter how your life plays out, there will be situations that don’t go your way, things you wish you would have done, words left unspoken, etc. We are also culturally conditioned to think of regret as a negative thing. We are reminded to always focus on the positive, push negative thoughts away from our memory and only focus on moving forward. But when used correctly, regret can play a pivotal role in our ability to move forward, to prob...
Jun 01, 2022•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever found yourself in a creative rut? How did you get out of it? And if you’re in one right now, what tools can you use to create change? I recently received a question via the text community (206-309-5177) from a creator named Alex, asking about overcoming hard days. In lieu of May being mental health month, I wanted to share a few thoughts based on what’s worked for me, with the hope to bring some value to you. Here is the question from Alex: “Hey, Chase. I generally do a really good...
May 30, 2022•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Money and financial planning can be a looming dark cloud for some people. With money being the biggest stressor and leading cause of divorce, it can sometimes be a tricky topic to navigate. My lifelong friend, Chris Hutchins, joins me in this latest episode to discuss hacks that will help you upgrade your life. Chris is a Life Hacker, podcast host and Product Builder at Weathfront. Chris has collected over 10 million points and miles through life, travel and financial hacks. He’s also managed to...
May 25, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you looking to grow your business in the back half of 2022? Or are you interested in exploring your creativity? I recently received two questions around the topic of taking the next step in career or life. I believe whole-heartedly in the power of community and knowledge sharing- that’s one of the core reasons I started CreativeLive, so if you have other questions, text me at (206) 309-5177. Enjoy! --- Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive is the world's largest hub...
May 23, 2022•14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Is it always the best decision to trust your gut? When it’s time to make a simple decision, (where to eat, what car to buy, where to go on vacation) we rely on resources and data at our disposal. We check reviews, compare ratings, and ultimately decide based on available data. So why does it often feel like we're winging it when it comes to bigger life decisions? Am I happy? Am I working on the right things? Is my career on the right path? What would our lives look like if we took a data driven ...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mike Tyson once said, “everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” What do you do when a brilliant idea hits you unexpectedly? We all know the feeling- that little creative jolt of inspiration… but it’s not always convenient to drop what you’re doing and immediately begin working on this fantastic new idea. And even if you could, would you want to rely on inspiration to strike in order to take action? Creative distractions are the easiest way to break away from creative work sessio...
May 16, 2022•8 min•Transcript available on Metacast “It really starts with just saying I am going to bet on myself… no one else is going to bet on you if you don’t.” Lisa Bilyeu spent 8 years of her life as a supportive housewife (which she described as “mundane purgatory”) until her husband's fast growing company, Quest Nutrition, required her to dive head first into business. Energized by her work, she started giving herself permission to make small moves in another direction. These decisions ultimately led Lisa to become co-founder of a billio...
May 11, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Accidental flashes, chance encounters, lucky breaks. We love to believe that creativity happens in a moment of inspiration. We think the greatest discoveries in history were experienced in a flash of thought, or a jolt, like hitting a pinball machine's tilt button. But did you know that behind the 'matter of luck' phenomena, too, lie precious times of planning and persistence? In today's micro show, we break down planning your creative session effectively, so you can move past any creative roadb...
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