You know those bags under my eyes? Yeah, they've got a story to tell. For years, I bought into the whole "hustle culture" thing. Wake up at dawn, grind all day, collapse into bed, repeat. Sound familiar? But here's the kicker: I've discovered a counterintuitive productivity hack that's been game-changing. It's not about working harder or longer. In fact, it's quite the opposite. In my book, Creative Calling, I dive deep into this idea. And... read more ›
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Rand Fishkin has walked the entrepreneur's journey from Point A to Point B multiple times over. Co-founder of Moz and current CEO of Snackbar Studio, his career in the startup world is what many would consider a roadmap to achieving success. I'm excited to have him back on the show to discuss a few unpopular opinions that he's formed over these past decades, everything we don't know about the startup world, and his thoughts on... read more ›
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Jan
10
Are you thinking about starting a business? Recently on the podcast, I’ve invited my close friend and mentor, T.A. McCann a serial entrepreneur and the managing director of Pioneer Square Labs (PSL), to share his insights and experience on all things startups. In the first conversation with T.A. McCann, we delved into the complex world of startup funding. T.A. shed light on various funding options, emphasizing the importance of a strong business plan and a... read more ›
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Oct
04
In the bustling corridors of our modern world, the term 'burnout' echoes like a haunting refrain. It's a shadow that looms large for many of us, threatening to dim our brightest moments. But what if there was a way out? Enter Suneel Gupta, bestselling author and co-founder of the Gross National Happiness Center. He unveils the secrets to rekindling the lost spark and finding joy in every endeavor. In our journey towards personal and professional... read more ›
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Aug
23
The rapid advancement and vastness of today's technology can be daunting. For instance, Artificial Intelligence, once a topic of science fiction, now guides us in baking bread and optimizing our tax returns. Many are concerned about technology's impact on employment. Professionals in various fields are now competing with machines designed for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. While complete replacement of human labor by technology is still a distant reality, it's a looming concern for many, especially creators.... read more ›
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Jun
21
Once upon a time, Jenna Kutcher was just like many young college graduates - goal-driven, ambitious, and eager to take on the world of work. She envisioned a future of high-ranking corporate jobs and corner offices ahead. Or in other words, what society tells us is the only acceptable version of success. But it didn't take long for things to become clear and for Jenna to realize that the beaten path was not right for... read more ›
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Jun
19
He’s back! Christopher Jerard is joining us today on the podcast, we’ve had great conversations lately. I’m thrilled to have Christopher join me again because it’s so much fun for us to act as co-hosts! We get to switch things up, bounce ideas back and forth, and share with our podcast community. Christopher is the VP of the Outside Creator Studio, which is responsible for the content, socials, and events for Outside Interactive. Christopher is... read more ›
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Jun
07
Becoming a family-first entrepreneur is all about balance. When Steve Chou, a highly renowned entrepreneur and educator in the e-commerce space, creator of multiple 7-figure businesses, and founder of BumblebeeLinens.com asked me if I heard the four burner theory before, I was intrigued. Steve Chou, has a bachelor's and master's degree in electrical engineering from Stanford University. He contributes to leading industry publications and has created multiple 7 figure businesses. Over the course of a... read more ›
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May
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Simone Stolzoff is an independent journalist and designer from San Francisco. He has worn many professional hats over the years, and now uses his insight to advise leaders—from the Surgeon General of the United States to the Chief Talent Officer at Google—on human-centric workplace culture. Simone's new book, 'The Good Enough Job', was just released. He sits down with me for this episode to discuss it and the topic of workaholism at large. The Religion... read more ›
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Hustle is stupid. Without the right focus and vision, burning the candle at both ends will only leave you burnt out and unable to do what matters most to you. It won’t get you what you want (not really) and certainly won’t make you happy. Listen to the Podcast My Wakeup Call Don’t believe me? I didn’t either! But a few years ago, I had a wake-up call. After habitually sleeping five to six hours... read more ›
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