The artistic field is full of talent. No doubt about that. It's also incredibly hard to get recognized in. But what is it that sets the successful apart from the rest? Is it pure talent, luck, or something else? Hughes Norton says the answer is all three. As an agent to stars like Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, he's been privileged enough to see beyond the surface level - what fame and stardom looks like... read more ›
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In a world that constantly nudges us toward the next big thing, it’s easy to get caught up in the web of dreams we tell ourselves we’ll chase "someday." But what if I told you that "someday" never comes? Not in the sense of procrastination or the failure to achieve our dreams, but in the realization that perhaps, some dreams are meant to remain just that—dreams. The Trap of Perpetual Aspiration This isn't about giving... read more ›
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Haemin Sunim is a Buddhist monastic from South Korea. The teacher and writer doesn't just dabble in, but rather embraces ancient principles of Zen. Millions around the world have sought his guidance to get a handle on their stress and live a healthier lifestyle. It makes sense why when this guy has studied his field of expertise both through experience and top-grade education. Haemin is a former student of Berkeley, Harvard, and Princeton, and even... read more ›
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The other day someone reached out to me in my text community. She said “Chase, I’m a 50-year old woman who has had a long career, but I’m feeling stuck and uninspired. I feel like it’s too late to do anything different!” Let me tell you what I told her. It’s never too late. It doesn’t matter if you’re just mid-career, or retired. If something is telling you it’s time for something different. There is... read more ›
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It turns out abandoned mines can actually have great internet reception if you set them up the right way. This one's connection is fast enough to accommodate an extensive interview, thanks to Brent Underwood. He's engaging in an unusual expedition to bring once-old and dilapidated places back to life. The 900-foot-underground cave he's joining me from represents just one transformation in the making. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS9zggwF5pE Brent was like many of us when he saw the onset... read more ›
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Are you someone who struggles to get a good night's sleep? If so, you're not alone. In today's fast-paced world, many people find themselves tossing and turning, unable to get the rest they need. But fear not, because I've been there too, and I've discovered eight game-changing ways to improve my sleep quality. In this blog post, I'll share with you my personal journey towards becoming a better sleeper. 1. Simplify Bedtime to a Window... read more ›
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Award–winning blogger Geraldine DeRuiter isn't talented. Well, not as much as she is hardworking. At least, that's what she says. But after interviewing her and hearing about her journey as a blogger, it's clear that talent AND hard work both played a crucial role in her success. In this podcast, we sit down to discuss Geraldine's ascension from being an unknown creator to a world-class writer and examine how strategically deployed talent - and particularly... read more ›
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Hello, friend. Today, I want to talk about something we all do but rarely address: self-judgment. It's like this little voice inside our head that critiques every action, decision, or thought we have. But here’s the thing: this constant judgment of ourselves creates our own suffering. It’s an unhappiness of our own making. And let’s be honest, when we’re suffering, we’re not exactly at our best. Instead, we look for relief – self-soothing with habits... read more ›
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Everyone wants to be successful. The only challenge is knowing how to achieve it. Guy Kawasaki, a well-known entrepreneur and author, has dedicated his career to understanding what makes people successful. In this episode of the podcast, we get together to discuss his latest project, 'Think Remarkable', and the lifetime worth of wisdom it distills into 170 pages. https://youtu.be/Os9vGcXfGWA Turning a Successful Podcast Into a Successful Book Guy knows quite a bit about success, not... read more ›
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Let's face it, we all have a dream. Whether it's to write a book, start a business, or travel the world, we all have something we've been yearning to do. But, sometimes, the road to achieving our dreams is filled with doubters and dream killers. You know who I'm talking about - those people who can't help but question your plans, who try to talk you out of your dreams, who seem to pour cold... read more ›
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