Jan
16
A creative mindset is not only about managing downside risk; it’s also critical to use your mind to go on the offensive. How can you keep your mind open, happy, and positive? Because, let’s face it, the quality of your life is determined by what you think and feel. Science tells us that positive thoughts are healthier—they makes us feel better and are tightly correlated with flow states and improved performance. We simply cannot ignore...
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Jan
11
Julia Cameron is a world-renowned, highly acclaimed artistic talent. She created a movement within the art scene in 1992 with the release of her book 'The Artist's Way', and has been inspiring creatives with further reads, songs, films, and plays ever since. Julia recently added another book to her collection with 'WRITE FOR LIFE: Creative Tools for Every Writer. As what she calls a 'love letter to writing, and to writers', it shares some of...
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Jan
09
In this week's episode, I delve into the importance of play and experimentation in a creative career. I discuss how personal work can lead to new opportunities and help you better understand your own interests and goals. I also offer some practical advice on how to balance commercial work with personal projects, and how to know when it's time to move on from a creative endeavor. This is a continuation of the Q&A show I...
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Jan
04
Chase Jarvis and productivity expert Chris Bailey explore the power of calm in an anxious world in this thought-provoking podcast. From the impact of digital worlds on our anxiety levels to the dangers of overstimulation, Chris shares his personal journey through burnout and anxiety and offers practical strategies for finding peace and productivity. Chris, the bestselling author of "Hyperfocus" and "The Productivity Project," is a sought-after speaker on the subject of productivity, and has written...
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Jan
02
Are you someone with so many competing interests and ideas, you're not sure where to focus or how to build these passions into a single career? You're not alone. This week I'm diving into two questions from the community. The first question explores this very popular question. I deconstruct how some of the top performers have built unconventional paths to shape their passions into successful careers. The other is about how to transition from one...
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Dec
28
Stress - we've all felt it, and in today's day and age, it's just a fact of life. But just because it's seemingly unavoidable doesn't mean you have to give in to it. Learning ways to manage and cope with stress is essential for a healthy and balanced life. This is something I spoke about in-depth on my latest podcast with Dr. Elissa Epel, an accomplished Professor and Vice Chair of the Department of Psychiatry...
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Dec
21
While many may recognize his name and face from the hit series 'Entourage' or 'The Devil Wears Prada', Adrian Grenier is more than just an actor. He is a passionate investor and environmental advocate who has begun a journey to make a positive impact on the world. From leaving the bright lights of New York City for a 25-square-foot trailer in Texas, to working with environmental innovators and starting his own media company, Adrian's story...
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Dec
19
Certainly I’ve made a career in awareness as a photographer — finding moments or, arguably, the beauty in things. But more important than that, I think awareness (not just of beauty but of things – but awareness in general, internal states, etc) is a powerful tool — one that gets us all out of your head, into the present moment, and more connected to the world around us. In fact, when people are early in...
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Dec
14
Here we are at the intersection of our creative work and our ability to use technology to scale. This is where we find our place in the creator economy. The big question so many of us have is, now that we’re here, what habits help us create success? Creators want to know how to go from monetizing their creative work to building a personal brand, legacy, and multiple streams of income. It turns out,...
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Dec
12
The world is crazy sometimes. Getting crazier with tragedies, war, politics, and more. But we can also find moments of reflection, of empathy, and gratitude for what we DO have, even amidst the loss, fear, and stress. These kinds of events can also serve as wake up calls for life…what are the things we’re supposed to be doing in life. How should we “be” in the world? How can we love more…love ourselves and love...
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