Dream Life Club

In this solo episode, Sumi breaks down the mindset shift that separates people who actually get better at something from those who stay stuck at the same level. Using her own piano journey and the 12 rules for mastery from Wynton Marsalis — one of the most celebrated trumpet players of all time — she gets into what focused growth really looks like and why most of us are working hard just to maintain, not improve.

This podcast episode features the esteemed Michelle Lewis, an award-winning songwriter and a prominent advocate for music creators' rights. We delve into her remarkable journey from crafting chart-topping singles for artists such as Amy Grant and Cher to her current role as the CEO of SONA, the Songwriters of North America. Lewis articulates the challenges faced by songwriters in an evolving music industry, particularly highlighting the detrimental impact of streaming on their earnings. Through her advocacy work, she emphasizes the importance of representation and equity for women and underrepresented groups in the music industry. We explore her insights on navigating the complexities of creativity and leadership, as well as the significance of being actively involved in decision-making processes that affect the livelihoods of creators.

Sumi talks about the the “Last Lap Syndrome,” that moment where you’ve done 80–90% of the work… but can’t seem to finish a creative project and put it out into the world.In this episode, Sumi shares:why creatives (especially those with ADHD tendencies) get stuck before the finish linethe real reason finishing feels harder than startinghow she has personally delayed projects for years (!!) and what she's doing differently nowsimple systems and mindset shifts that actually help you close the loopIf you’ve ever had a creative project that's been almost done for too long… this one’s for you.

Sumi shares a little personal peek into her new attempt to start world building as an artist and what this means for her artistic evolution - and yours!

Welcome to the Dream Life Club podcast! Let's build our creative dream, together.

In this episode, Sumi shares what you might consider an embarrassing dating story to illustrate a point that she doesn't hear emphasized enough! Ultimately she shares how to process the chaos around us and make better art because of it! Takeaways:In the current climate of political turmoil and rapid technological advancements, we must cultivate our purpose and actively engage in creative endeavors.The importance of channeling our emotions into art, especially during challenging times, serves as a transformative means of expression and healing.Acknowledging the patterns of emotional reactions can significantly enhance our capacity to navigate personal and collective crises with resilience.Engaging in creative expression is not merely a personal endeavor, but also an essential act of community and humanity during tumultuous times.

In this episode, Sumi shares 4 frameworks to use immediately in your conversations with EVERYONE in order to own your power and have more influence, immediately! She's hot off an in person training with the GOAT of public speaking himself, Richard Greene, and is sharing from the heart. So listen in to get all the juice!

Sumi shares 5 concrete things she's doing during this season to help make sure she stays grounded, inspired and creative during these times while plugging in, strategically, to what's going on in this country.

Sumi X welcomes you to 2026 with a rallying cry to keep creating, keep making art, keep finding joy and keep coming back to your humanity...despite the chaos in thew world around us. Now more than ever, we need your art!

Amidst humored disagreements, Sumi and Ryan explore the complexity of feelings when it comes to identifying as an "American" today. They open ups conversation on values, patriotism, best case scenarios, who we're mad at most right now and ways we can actually Make being an American Great Again.

As promised, join the Sumiverse (i.e. our email community) here! https://fans.xosumix.com/join-the-sumiverseSumi shares a new surprise for season 2 and a little advice on achieving a creative dream. Enjoy!

Sumi and Ryan introduce the podcast, WTF do we do now!?" inviting you into a space where we can have smart, emotional and casual conversation about what's going on in America today, how we can deal with it, and do our part to make a positive impact. We don't claim to have the answers but we ask questions, share our (often-conflicting) opinions and provide a space for exploration.

Well, well, well. Sometimes things do NOT go as planned! I had recorded this episode middle of December of 2024 - but then my grandmother passed away and I had to take a couple emergency trips to DC, my assistant had a mental breakdown and suddenly left the country, the fires in LA hit as soon as I got back from DC and then 47 was inaugurated and it's been a bit chaotic in my mind and life lately! Anyway, I figured I'd get this episode to y'all anyway because even though it seems a little out of time right now with no recognition of anything that's happened since mid-December, it's still relevant! Stay tuned as we're getting our wheels greased and turning for weekly (or more) episodes now and going forward! In this episode, I reflect on 10 things I'm proud of from 2024, share 3 challenges from the year and 5 things Im excited about for 2025. It's a fun practice to try out for yourself! Take a listen.

In this episode, Sumi offers 4 steps to winning big in business - but these are not strategies or tactics. Instead, they are often-overlooked mindsets behinds the actions you need to take to win big. Listen in!

We're living in a divided world where half the country believes one set of facts while the other half believes an entirely different one. Sumi delves into this pressing issue of misinformation in light of recent election results, emphasizing the urgent need to counter disinformation with empathy and understanding. She introduces a powerful communication strategy called the Truth Sandwich, which helps navigate difficult discussions without resorting to conflict or defensiveness. This approach encourages finding common ground and questioning the motives behind misinformation rather than directly attacking falsehoods. Ultimately, Sumi calls for a collective commitment to love and trust one another, fostering a society where we can agree on shared realities and work towards a better future together.

Welcome back to the Dream Life Club Podcast!Ever feel behind or like you're not sure if you're maximizing your time, energy or potential? Ever feel like you could be doing so much more? A little planning goes a long way and in today's episode, Sumi offers 4 specific questions to ask yourself today to make sure you feel fulfilled and complete when New Year's Eve hits. Let's explore the balance between hustle and grace, and hear how Sumi herself thinks about approaching year end. Enjoy! Are you a serious entrepreneur ready to cross the seven-figure mark? For FREE access to Sumi's training on 'How to Scale Your Business to 7-Figures', you can visit: https://bit.ly/4glWiw5Not ready for 7-figures yet? No problem! Let me show you how to build your first 6-figure business in any niche in 12 months - https://go.sumikrishnan.com/6f-dream-biz-optin-aConnect with me:📷 Instagram - www.instagram.com/itssumikrishnanYouTube: www.youtube.com/@DreamLifeClubShow#DreamLifeClub #Entrepreneurship #Networking #WomenInBusiness #SumiKrishnan