The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

A visit to his local bookstore, and his frustration with quality of the men's magazines on the bookshelf frustrated Brett Mckay.  In an effort to change the conversation around what it means to be a man, he was inspired to start The Art of Manliness which has become  wildly successful web site with a focus on helping men be better husbands, better fathers, and better men.The motivation behind starting the Art of ManlinessWhy Brett looked to men like his grandfather for inspirationDeveloping the awareness to recognize opportunitiesThe power of writing your ideas down A look at a very stringent creative and editorial processThe thorough research process behind Art of ManlinessWhy Brett takes a workman approach to the craft of writingA look at the history and evolution of masculinityWhy our definition of manliness is self centered The negative media narrative around manliness A look at how Friday Night Lights creates a positive role model for menFinding a balance between confidence and humility The importance of recognizing men when they're at their bestA Look at the Classical idea of Manliness and potential byproductsChallenges of success and growth Why Brett tends to be incredibly protective of his readers The reason Brett has resisted the temptation to grow into other areasThe moral code that Brett abides by on a regular basis Why depth is a critical aspect to becoming unmistakable  The Art of Manliness is authored by husband and wife team, Brett and Kate McKay. It features articles on helping men be better husbands, better fathers, and better menA visit to his local bookstore, and his frustration with quality of the men's magazines on the bookshelf frustrated Brett Mckay.  In an effort to change the conversation around what it means to be a man, he was inspired to start The Art of Manliness which has become  wildly successful web site with a focus on helping men be better husbands, better fathers, and better men.The motivation behind starting the Art of ManlinessWhy Brett looked to men like his grandfather for inspirationDeveloping the awareness to recognize opportunitiesThe power of writing your ideas down A look at a very stringent creative and editorial processThe thorough research process behind Art of ManlinessWhy Brett takes a workman approach to the craft of writingA look at the history and evolution of masculinityWhy our definition of manliness is self centered The negative media narrative around manliness A look at how Friday Night Lights creates a positive role model for menFinding a balance between confidence and humility The importance of recognizing men when they're at their bestA Look at the Classical idea of Manliness and potential byproductsChallenges of success and growth Why Brett tends to be incredibly protective of his readers The reason Brett has resisted the temptation to grow into other areasThe moral code that Brett abides by on a regular basis Why depth is a critical aspect to becoming unmistakable  The Art of Manliness is authored by husband and wife team, Brett and Kate... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Friday episode, we flip the script, and Instigator Experience attendee Diana Alvear interviews Srini about his motivation and thoughts on the event Srini’s original motivation for creating the Instigator ExperienceHow being in the zone completely changes performance Why we have to learn to let go of the people who lead usThe illusion of dependency that is created by our leaders Why you have to show fully and own whatever whatever you’re doingHow planning The Instigator Experience was like a big wave The internal changes that have occurred as a byproduct of GregA look at the how we deal with other people ’s opinions of usThe role that gratitude plays in changes of lifeWhy you never stop bridging the gap between you and your goalA moment that made me clearly see a future that I’m driven towardsHow the closing speech of the event impacted Srini personally Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Hrostoski is making the world a better place one man at a time. In this revealing chat about, grief, loss, and growth he talks me about how our relationships can become one of our greatest engines for personal growth. Here are some of the highlights from our chat: Learning to look at your past through the lens of compassionThe dichotomy of tragedy and enlightenment in one eventHow death can be one of your greatest teachersGiving yourself space between tragedy and the rest of your lifeHow men become lonelier as they become more successful Why mean are programmed not to ask for help The power of making it up as you go along What happens when you start living a lieHow love starts to change all of your painful stories Finding a catalyst to make changes in your life Why it’s important face your pain head first Transcending the perceptions of mens’ work An interesting look at the power of deep connections Mike Hrostoski, The Men’s Coach, helps high performing men master their relationships with their women and their work. And he’s on a mission to make the world a better place one man at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ali Shanti was living a life that looked successful on the outside, with a million dollar business, and the accolades we all dream of. But making every decision based on money, and accumulating more of it became a prison of her own making. Through a radical identity shift, she escaped that prison. Here are the highlights: Building a successful 6 Figure Business The danger of making every decision on moneyThe myth that a certain amount of money will free youWhy Alexis gave up everything in her lifeFinding the the truth of who you really are Running 2 businesses with two namesThe power of showing up with no answers Becoming a victim of the trappings successSigns that you’re not on the right path Finding a way to get into real truth about moneyThe 4 levels of which you can use money to be happyHow living in your bare minimum completely changes peopleFinding a powerful motivation for why you make moneyHow to dissociate yourself from your money numberA look at incredibly unusual business structure Why entertainment is crucial to our culture The power of having quirks in your brandChanging the imprint of your life Learning to find the gift in your difficult experiencesStepping into alignment with your role in the ecosystemAli Shanti is a business priestess, truh telling lawyer, evolutionary strategist, and catalyst.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Ducker returns to the Unmistkalbe Creative to discuss his journey from humble beginnings to building a mutli 7 figure business in the Philliplines. We dissect the DNA of entrepreneurs and discuss his new book Virtual Freedom. A look at the beginning of Chris Ducker’s journeyWhy the journey is not a Cinderella story The myths of the 4-hour workweek lifestyleWhy failures and setbacks make you stronger The importance of having a buffer if you want to startA defining moment that that will change your life Why Chris always does something very big in JanuaryStarting to develop an evacuation plan from your lifeUnderstanding how we deal with the fear of uncertaintyLearning to reach a point of no return Key stumbling blocks and moments in building Chris’ businessWhy you must chase down the dreams that matter to you How to become a leader that people will follow The Virtual Freedom writing process A real look at what it takes to work with virtual assistantsWhat happened when Chris completely burned outExploring the deeper motivations for why you’re in businessChris Keys to Becoming Unmistakable in a World of NoiseChris is a serial entrepreneur, virtual staffing expert, blogger, podcaster and author who helps other entrepreneurs catapult their businesses into the 21st century. He's also the author of Virtual Freedom: How to Work with Virtual Staff to Buy More Time, Become More Productive, and Build Your Dream Business.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some people come up with creative projects that truly challenge the status quo. In attempt to come to terms with this religious upbringing, Mark teamed up with cartoonist Shannon Wheeler to write a comedic translation of The Bible. The difference between working artists and earning artistsWhy making a living from your art isn't always glamorousA look at a 10 year project that was hardly read by anybodyWhy you only ever hear about the winners Leveraging your art as a connection to the universe How jokes infused their way is into Mark's soulWhy Mark sees joke telling as storytelling A look at the creation process for God is Disappointed in YouThe reason you need to write from a place of interestA look at how to incorporate humor into the art you createCollaborating with a cartoonists  in the process of book writingThe reaction from the religious community Mark is the author of God is Dissapointed in You, a translation  for people who would like to read the Bible… if it would just cut to the chase.   Some people come up with creative projects that truly challenge the status quo. In attempt to come to terms with this religious upbringing, Mark teamed up with cartoonist Shannon Wheeler to write a comedic translation of The Bible. The difference between working artists and earning artistsWhy making a living from your art isn't always glamorousA look at a 10 year project that was hardly read by anybodyWhy you only ever hear about the winners Leveraging your art as a connection to the universe How jokes infused their way is into Mark's soulWhy Mark sees joke telling as storytelling A look at the creation process for God is Disappointed in YouThe reason you need to write from a place of interestA look at how to incorporate humor into the art you createCollaborating with a cartoonists  in the process of book writingThe reaction from the religious community Mark is the author of God is Dissapointed in You, a translation  for people who would like to read the Bible… if it would just cut to the chase.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Auman began her journey as an artist by studying metalsmithing.  The early foray into the work of a metalsmith led to making jewelry and most recently a transition into the world of textiles and fashion. Here are a few of the highlights from our chat.An early look at Megan's interest in jewelry and metalsmith work How to not lose your creative juices in the first place Why you must be prepared to create really bad art The sense of fulfillment that comes from making things with your handsWorking with a variety of artistic materialsUsing a series of small successes to to grow as an artist Why should work on learning one new skill at a time Using a similar process and structure to create unmistakable The power of using creative constraints to make your artWhy Megan always believed that she could make living from her artLearning to tolerate pain in the process of becoming successful Why you must come up with your own definition of impactLearning to love the work you make and the art you createHow enthusiasm continually drives Megan's art Making the shift to design a textile line The litmus test for your creative endeavors Learning to be yourself unapologetically Developing the courage required to launch bold ideas Why you don't have to know what the end result is Learning to view everything in life as a great big experimentCombining the experiences of your life to express yourself Finding the common thread between the art you create Megan Auman is a designer, artist and educator who was trained as a metalmsmith. She designs for women who want to be effortlessly bold.   Resources and People MentionedCreating Your Body of Work with Pamela SlimThe Moment When Everything Starts with Sarah PeckMegan Auman began her journey as an artist by studying metalsmithing.  The early foray into the work of a metalsmith led to making jewelry and most recently a transition into the world of textiles and fashion. Here are a few of the highlights from our chat.An early look at Megan's interest in jewelry and metalsmith work How to not lose your creative juices in the first place Why you must be prepared to create really bad art The sense of fulfillment that comes from making things with your handsWorking with a variety of artistic materialsUsing a series of small successes to to grow as an artist Why should work on learning one new skill at a time Using a similar process and structure to create unmistakable The power of using creative constraints to make your artWhy Megan always believed that she could make living from her artLearning to tolerate pain in the process of becoming successful Why you must come up with your own definition of impactLearning to love the work you make and the art you createHow enthusiasm continually drives Megan's art Making the shift to design a textile line The litmus test for your creative endeavors Learning to be yourself unapologetically Developing the courage required to launch bold ideas Why you don't have to know what the end result... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Shepard decided to start in a random city with 25.00 and the clothes on his back to see if he could achieve his version of the American Dream by going from the 25 to 2500 Dollars. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation. Finding that one little bit of greatness inside of youMastering the art of diving in head first to everythingThe numerous businesses that Adam failed at How failure prepares you for the moments you get punchedDrawing inspiration from those around you who get back upLearning to respect the failures that happen in your life Lessons learned from the world of college basketballLearning that you have to be great at one or two thingsWhy 10,000 hours of practice doesn’t guarantee a thingConsidering the practical aspects of living your life The unexpected things that were in a homeless shelterLessons from people who live in the homeless shelterThe misperception we have of homeless people Why speed matters so much in your goals The importance of looking at things day to day Breaking goals up into small pieces that seem achievable After a whirlwind journey that took his self-published book to the Today Show, CNN, Fox News, and NPR, Adam sold Scratch Beginnings to HarperCollins and made appearances on the Dave Ramsey Show and 20/20. You can laern more about him at his web site,Shepardspeaks.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In an effort to understand his personal optimal rythm and flow, Mason Currey set out to amass as much information as he could find about the routines “brilliant and successful” creators adopted and followed. The result of his research was a book titled Daily Rituals: How Artists WorkHow Mason started developing rituals for his own craft of writingWhy Mason left a job at a library for a crash course in publishingBalancing a day job with a creative project that is fulfilling Finding the motivation and fire inside yourself to create Why the stuff you do for money isn’t always your best creative workBuilding a bridge between your creativity and making a living How imitation of other artists destroys your creativity Finding your optimal rhythm and flow for your work Why you can’t sit around waiting for inspiration to strike The reason most successful creative people have a very strict routineWhy doing the work gives you the ideas A look at the creative process across multiple art forms Avoiding distraction and carving out space for creating How correspondence use to be a useful corollary to creative workBecoming obsessed with your creative problem  Mason Currey is a writer and editor living in Los Angeles. His first book, Daily Rituals: How Artists Work, was published by Knopf in April 2013 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

His growing feelings of cynicism and frustration with love, led Nate Bagley on a search for answers to the questions of what what true love really is, and how to attain it. The search resulted in conversations with people who were experiencing these things on a daily basis and the start of what became known as the “Lovumentary” How failing in relationships caused Nate to start searching for answersThe importance of learning to act on your insatiable curiosityWhy Nate’s worst-case scenario actually caused hint o be happyHow being average is more competitive than being extraordinary The fear of being the person who loves the most in a relationships Why not settling for average is an important quality in your life Lessons learned from the relationships that didn’t work out The lack of roles models in the world for health loving relationshipsWhy there is on no formula for true love A look at the secrets of some incredibly happy couples The willingness to put yourself second in a relationship Why you must love yourself before anybody else doesA incredible story about a man who was single at the age of 52How to sustain the “honeymoon” phase in your relationship Nate Bagley is a mover, shaker, decision maker and fighter. He's also the creator of The Lovumentary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A few months ago one of our listeners wrote in and asked us to address how the older generation could apply the advice in our interview with Charlie Hoehn on how to become recession proof. In this episode we discuss why the idea of a generational divide might be a myth.Why we vilify the gatekeepers of the worldThe reason we can’t make broad generalizationsConsidering the value of higher education at elite institutionsWhat happens when the ideal and the outcome don’t match upHow an all or nothing an approach to life fails us The influence of events and experiences that happen over your lifetimeWhy there is actually tremendous value to agingAn interesting look at how action driven millenials areMaintaining the the balance between consumption and creation How age is a less of a factor than it’s ever been our livesThe ubiquitous nature of technology tools Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At a very early age Jamie Tardy, made a decision that she wanted to be a millionaire. Paying off 70 thousand dollars, allowed her to leave a 6 figure job and start the journey to becoming an eventual millionaire. How to Jaime got herself into 70k in debt at an early ageDeveloping awareness to get yourself out of large sums of debtWhat it took to pay off over 70 grand in debt in 16 months in debtLearning to turn your money into a vehicle for your freedom The mindsets around money that hold us back and how to unpack themWhy you have to make the best decision with the current information Learning to separate your job from your identity The terms that we use to define ourselves Lessons learned from interviewing over 130 millionairesLearning to do what actually matters to youWhy money ebbs and flows through your life The intangible things that are common between millionaires The role of self belief in your ability to increase your incomeLessons learned from the world of the SIMSWhy we can all do the things that have been done Treating life and money as a game to free you from limiting beliefsHow millionaires have evolved into who they are Why we're all just creating our own story   Resources and People Mentioned The Relationship Between Self Worth and Net Worth with Kate Northrup  At a very early age Jamie Tardy, made a decision that she wanted to be a millionaire. Paying off 70 thousand dollars, allowed her to leave a 6 figure job and start the journey to becoming an eventual millionaire. How to Jaime got herself into 70k in debt at an early ageDeveloping awareness to get yourself out of large sums of debtWhat it took to pay off over 70 grand in debt in 16 months in debtLearning to turn your money into a vehicle for your freedom The mindsets around money that hold us back and how to unpack themWhy you have to make the best decision with the current information Learning to separate your job from your identity The terms that we use to define ourselves Lessons learned from interviewing over 130 millionairesLearning to do what actually matters to youWhy money ebbs and flows through your life The intangible things that are common between millionaires The role of self belief in your ability to increase your incomeLessons learned from the world of the SIMSWhy we can all do the things that have been done Treating life and money as a game to free you from limiting beliefsHow millionaires have evolved into who they are Why we're all just creating our own story   Resources and People Mentioned The Relationship Between Self Worth and Net Worth with Kate Northrup   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Millman has taken a rather unconventional approach to the process of brand strategy. The discipline of the visual narrative has been the driving force behind her work as writer, educator and a brand consultant.Here are a few of the highlights from our conversationHow working on a student newspaper shaped Debbie’s careerThe role that the contemporary culture of 70’s influenced Debbie’s artHow brands influence of our emotions and impacted Debbie’s lifeFinding vehicles that help you to navigate the turbulence of lifeWhy you need interesting enough reasons to create your artThe reason you’re not entitled to make any money from your artHaving endeavors that are purely creative and not about making moneyWhy there is no amount of money that will make you safeLiving in a 140 character culture and why it’s not successWhy success is earned over a series of accomplishmentsThe reason finding success in your 20’s is not the common Recognizing moments that mold us into who we areLearning to identify the difference between failure and defeat The common denominator of self doubt that we all shareThe danger of becoming satisfied with the quality of your workWhy growing older gives you much more material to work withMixing different art forms and pulling from different disciplinesUnderstanding why people are attracted to certain brands and experiencesThe power and necessity of deliberate differentiation  Debbie Millman. is a writer, educator, artist, brand consultant and host of the radio show Design Matters Resources and People MentionedWriters on Loving and Leaving New YorkA Resume of my Failures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s backstage episode, we discuss the role of gatekeepers play in our world today. While we have the ability to bypass them, perhaps they have value. Do they force us to step up our game? How does the impact artists?Why your worldview matters when it comes to this debateThe value of our classical definition of successThe reason there is nothing that is true for everyoneStepping up your game to the level of the absolute bestHow personal biases effect the way gatekeepers chooseWhat the Oscars teach is about gatekeeper biasWhy we always point out the outliersHaving personal gatekeepers in your life to hold you to a standardKnowing when it’s valuable to bypass the gatekeeperGoing through the terrible phases in order to get good Resources, People, and Old Interviews MentionedShould Gatekeepers be bypassed or Embraced by Cal NewportIra Glass on Taste Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like many young people, Nick Reese was wildly ambitious. While that ambition became the driving force of his entrepreneurial efforts, matters of the heart interfered. What started was a radical shift from maximizing income to maximizing impact. Starting a t-shirt company from a college dorm roomLearning to recover from the failure of a business Having the audacity to go for what you really wantWhy Nick tied his self worth to making money A pivotal moment that caused Nick to change his pathLooking at a difficult parental relationship with a fatherHandling significant amounts of adversity in order to growThe 30 day cold shower challenge The importance of being able to tolerate uncomfortable situationsDeveloping a confident internal narrative to go after what you want How to improve your map of the world my modeling great onesWhy reading non-business books is incredibly useful Creating the awareness necessary to know you're in an identity crisisWhy relationships matter more than anything in the worldAn incredible story of love, heart problems, and what matters in life  Battling with credbility vampires  Nick Reese is on a mission to help people learn the skills to live an uncommonly good life. You can learn more about his work at NicholasReese.com and Broadbandnow.com Resources and People MentionedThe Pillars of the EarthThe Neursocience of Flow with Steven KotlerThe Making of Super Size me with Alex Jamieson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Janelle Hanchett returned to motherhood after being separated from her children, she started to wonder about the way the parenting experience is portrayed in the media. It brought up a very basic question about the experience. Was she the only who wasn't seeing it the way it was portrayed? That was the start of renegade mothering, a fight against meaningful parenting advice. Here are the highlights from our chat: Why having no audience is great for practice your writingLearning to approach your writing as if there is no audience Growing up with Jesus and LSD side by side The start of Janelle's journey into motherhoodRevealing the truth of what it is like to actually be a parentA harsh look at failure, alcoholism, and drug addictionReaching a point where you have nothing left to proveLearning to be completely ok with failure Living life through the lens of an impostor syndromeHow music influenced Janelle's writing effortsReaching a point where you don't have a next moveMoving towards the most painful realities of who we areDealing what happens when we discover that the worst is trueThe part of you that dies when you become a parent Janelle Hanchett is a mother of questionable disposition to three children aged 11, 7, and 2. She lives in northern California with those kids and a husband who thinks “getting dressed up” means shaving his forearm tattoo. If you want, you can join her in the fight against helpful parenting advice at www.renegademothering.com. Resources and People MentionedDear Son, I hope you stay Soft Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this backstage episode we have a discussion about the role that technology is playing in our creativity, and the quality of our lives.Here are some of the highlights from our chat:Why Srini has returned to pen and paper for writing The point of diminishing returns with everything in our livesUnderstanding that technology is designed to change your habitsLearning to control technology instead of letting it control usThe energy shift that happens when you declutter your digital lifeWhy Greg doesn’t use many techologies for personal useThe various forms of detox in all parts of our livesHow similar are our lives are to the way they were in the 1950’sPeople and Resources MentionedThe Neuroscience of Flow and The Rise of Superman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allison Gryphon has climbed the ranks of the film industry over the last several years. Right at what appeared to be the pinnacle of her career, she was diagnosed with cancer. In response to her diagnosis she decided to create the film What the F*ck is Cancer? In this interview she talks to me about the process of fearless film making and fighting cancer. Lessons from climbing the ladder in the film industryHidden opportunities for people at the beginning Navigating the complex process of film making Why you can't skip the middle and go to the top Why we must learn to slow the pace of what we doLearning to recognize when a mentor shows up in your lifeWhy we should respect authority but not fear it Dealing with cancer at the pinnacle of a careerHow cancer caused Allyson to become more of who she already wasHow significant emotional experiences impact our livesWhy Allison responded to her diagnosis by making a film Using creative and informative outlets as coping mechanismsThe definition of fearless filmmaking The importance of figuring our the rules in order to break themHow fearless passion for life makes you unmistakable  Allison W. Gryphon is a novelist, filmmaker and breast cancer fighter with a passion for story and an undying appetite for living life to the fullest.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes people play at the top of their game?  How does our ability to get into a flow state impact our work?  Do Superman and extreme sports athletes have something that makes them tick differential that the rest of us? In this interview with Steven Kotler, we get into an incredible discussion about the neuroscience of flow. Here are some of the highlights from our chatA Look at the early days of journalism, writing, and a creative careerDealing with suicidal depression and lyme disease The altered states of consciousness that led to healing Why writing is about exploiting your curiosity How hitting rock bottom can often open a world of opportunities Understanding the definition of flow What happens to a person when they are in a state of flowLessons learned about flow from the world of extreme sportsThe role that risk plays in your ability to get into a flow stateLearning how to train the process of deep embodimentFinding the midpoint between boredom and anxiety How flow states significantly cuts the path to mastery The distinction between overachievers and underachieversWhy guilt and vanity are horrible drivers of success The 3 things that you put together to create flow statesWhy You Can't Use the Mind to Get Away from the Mind Looking at the role your upbringing plays in your talent What happens you see the impossible done at a really early ageThe importance of training your ability to commit to your goal Learning how to cultivate your ability to imagine the impossibleFinding new metrics which allow  you to measure  yourselfResources and People MentionedThe Rise of SupermanAlex Jamieson on the Making of Super Size MeSteven Kotler is an American bestselling author, journalist, and entrepreneur. His articles have appeared in over 70 publications, including The New York Times Magazine, LA Times, Wired, GQ, Discover, Popular Science, Outside, Men’s Journal, Details and National Geographic Adventure. He is best known for his non-fiction books, including the New York Times bestseller Abundance, A Small Furry Prayer, and West of Jesus.   What makes people play at the top of their game?  How does our ability to get into a flow state impact our work?  Do Superman and extreme sports athletes have something that makes them tick differential that the rest of us? In this interview with Steven Kotler, we get into an incredible discussion about the neuroscience of flow. Here are some of the highlights from our chatA Look at the early days of journalism, writing, and a creative careerDealing with suicidal depression and lyme disease The altered states of consciousness that led to healing Why writing is about exploiting your curiosity How hitting rock bottom can often open a world of opportunities Understanding the definition of flow What happens to a person when they are in a state of flowLessons learned about flow from the world of... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Sinek is the instigator of an idea that has fundamentally changed the way we do business, live life, and create art. The notion that people don't buy what you do, they buy why you do is at the core of the success of some of the most successful organizations in the world. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: The Discovery of this thing called “Why” How Evolution Influences Our World TodayThe Problem with Environments that Don't Foster TrustWhy a Commitment to Service Matters So MuchWhy Reaction isn't Always the Best Response to CrisisLessons Learned from the Demise of MyspaceWhy Generosity in Speaking Makes a World of DifferenceMaking the Shift to a Generosity MindsetA touching story about a solider in a coffin How Fear Keeps us From Taking the Right ActionsWhy Relationships Solve All Problems in Our LivesA Deep Dive into Finding Your WhyThe Trial and Error That's Necessary for WhyDeveloping a Criteria for the Clients You ChooseNot Making Profitable Decisions that Take you Off CourseServing the Tribe Before You Serve Yourself Simon Sinek is an author best known for popularizing the concept of “the golden circle” and to “Start With Why” described by TED as “a simple but powerful model for inspirational leadership all starting with a golden circle and the question “Why?” Simon Sinek is the instigator of an idea that has fundamentally changed the way we do business, live life, and create art. The notion that people don't buy what you do, they buy why you do is at the core of the success of some of the most successful organizations in the world. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation: The Discovery of this thing called “Why” How Evolution Influences Our World TodayThe Problem with Environments that Don't Foster TrustWhy a Commitment to Service Matters So MuchWhy Reaction isn't Always the Best Response to CrisisLessons Learned from the Demise of MyspaceWhy Generosity in Speaking Makes a World of DifferenceMaking the Shift to a Generosity MindsetA touching story about a solider in a coffin How Fear Keeps us From Taking the Right ActionsWhy Relationships Solve All Problems in Our LivesA Deep Dive into Finding Your WhyThe Trial and Error That's Necessary for WhyDeveloping a Criteria for the Clients You ChooseNot Making Profitable Decisions that Take you Off CourseServing the Tribe Before You Serve Yourself Simon Sinek is an author best known for popularizing the concept of “the golden circle” and to “Start With Why” described by TED as “a simple but powerful model for inspirational leadership all starting with a golden circle and the question “Why?”  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Hoehn started his career by doing free work and landing amazing roles working with best selling authors and tech startups. He's worked as a marketing strategist and the director of special projects for Tim Ferriss. But his continual desire to become indispensable resulted in discovering the dark side of ambition. How the desire to be the best in the world burned Charile outWhat happens to us when we start to loose our work life balanceThe workaholic culture that Sillicon Valley breedsWhy envy makes us start to question the gifts that we're born withPaying attention to how the work you do makes you feel The role that self awareness plays in recognizing your anxietyHow the thought of future success took Charlie to hitting a wallBattling with the idea that you have to become permanently successfulWhy learning to play is as important as sleep The importance of allowing yourself to have guilt free funWhy the happiest points in life are rarely about achievementViewing life as a series of opportunities to just have a fun Why we need to say the world as a playground instead of peopleChanging our social interactions through the process of play Why playing is one of the most important productivity hacksKnowing when to let go of big projects and making changesThe reason we only show our highlight reel Learning to remove all the anchors that are causing stress Getting rid of as many things as possible first before you add things Resources and People MentionedHow to Become Recession Proof (Our first interview with Charlie)Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination and Invigorates the Soul by Stewart BrownHow I Cured My Own AnxietyOver the past few years Charile has worked with more than a dozen best selling authors to help market (and sometimes create) their books. His most recent book, which we discussed in this interview is Play it Away: A Workaholic's Cure for Anxiety.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Peck is an writer/designer/entrepreneur whose life has been deeply influenced by swimming and writing. In this chat we discuss lessons she’s learned on her journey from college swim team member to writer and open water swimmer, whose swims have included braving the treacherous waters of San Francisco bay to make it to Alcatraz and back.The “not good enough” narrative that we all deal withChanging our narratives to serve us rather than sabotage usWhy we can’t be too hard on our egosHow learning not to stop can be life changingLetting of the things we think we’re capable of for something betterWhy it’s ok for things to be incredibly difficultTrials and tribulations of Sarah’s college swimming experienceHow open water swimming changed Sarah’s lifeWhy challenges, quitting, and obstacles reveal who we are Leveraging incredible mental frameworks to overcome painFighting through pain when you’re absolutely miserableWhy the worst of times reveals somebody’s true characterThe correlation between happiness and hard workWhy pain is a signal from your bodyLearning to recognize and leverage your areas of expertiseWhy Sarah teaches writing as a mechanism to get access to your inner wisdomThe power of committing to the act of creating and doodling  Sarah Peck is a writer, open water swimmer, designer-entrepreneur and urban nerd who is on a mission is to find and capture insights from everyday, extraordinary living an share them with others.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this backstage episode we have a discussion on whether or not consumers have a responsibility to support artists. Here are a few of the highlights from our chat: Revisiting last week's episode on the All or Nothing InternetWhy It may not matter who the Haves and Have Nots AreThe power of showing up every single dayHow little habits bleed into bigger onesThe first disagreement that Greg and Srini have on airThe question of whether consumers have a responsibility to support artThe responsibility of the artists to produce work that's worth paying forA discussion on the importance of feeding our ecosystem  Resources and People Mentioned The Unmistakable Curator/Writer Position  The All or Nothing Internet The Great Debate: Does Talent Matter?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vinnie Tortorich is a trainer to people from all walks of life. His clients include Hollywood celebrities, captains of industry, stay at home moms, working moms, pregnant moms, ultra athletes, Ironman triathletes, injured and post surgical clients and even children with the beginnings of a weight problem. In this interview he talks to me about a career in which honesty has made him a trusted source in the fitness industry. Here are the highlights from our chatWhy Vinnie focused on changing people's lives instead of making moneyEthical considerations when selling productsWhats started Vinnie's anger as a trainer Turning down a book deal that caused Vinnie to come out aheadHow telling the truth has caused Hollywood actors to continually hire VinnieA look at co-writing Fitness Confidential with a screenwriter Why you have to win both spiritually and financially for real success A look at the ties between physical fitness and behavioral change Creating a fitness lifestyle that clients can follow How Vinnie overcame a battle with cancer and lost all his clientsWhy we are capable of doing things to change our lives The role that seeing examples of success plays in your abilities Why celebrity connections played no role in Vinnie's online success How working your tail off one thing leads to everything else The discipline required for any creative endeavor Lessons from the success of the Kardashian family America’s Angriest Trainer, Vinnie Tortorich, exposes the nasty underbelly of the fitness industry while getting you into the best shape of your life. For over 20 years, Vinnie has been Hollywood’s go-to guy for celebrities and athletes looking to get fit fast.  Resources and People Mentioned Getting Unstuck and Turning Things Around With Dave Ursillo Fitness Confidential  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Jamieson co-wrote the iconic food documentary Super Size Me. That eventually led to the publication of The Great American Detox, and multiple best belling books that followed. In this interview we take a look at the relationship between the food we consume and our bodies.Here a few of the highlights. How the loss of a parent gave Alex clarityHitting rock bottom and the a downward health spiralThe stark relief and clarity found in a health crisisWhy the library is a perfect place to go when you feel lostA deep look at the ability to heal ourselves with foodEscaping the cubicle life for culinary schoolReconnecting with the dreams and desires of our youthDefining what a successful life means to you Why you can have a legacy even if you're at the same job your whole lifeConducting a nonjudgmental inquiry of how you show up in the world Viewing your life as a series of successful failures Learning to forgive the grudges we hold against our loved onesA look at how the Whole Foods Vegan Diet Healed Morgan SpurlockThe importance not judging all the things you do Taking a look at the value of a super simple life Learning how to detoxify your life by changing multiple thingsChanging 2 or 3 key ingredients that could change your whole lifeLearning to pay attention to the desires that are ignited within youThe correlation between creativity and riskA deep dive into the film making process Why you never stop creating even at the pinnacle of successHonoring the trust that people put in you Alex Jamieson  is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor accredited through the Columbia University Teacher’s College and the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. Her approach to holistic health undid the damage Morgan Spurlock’s 30-Day McDonald’s binge did to his body in the Oscar-nominated documentary Super Size Me, and she has spoken on Oprah, CNN, and MSNBC. Resources MentionedSuper Size Me The Great American Detox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the show we take a look at the economics of the internet. The web can be like a developing country with severe income disparity. While the barrier to entry is lower than ever, the wealth seems to remains in the favor of a select few people.Here are the highlights from our chatWhy you have to blend technology and creativity to make something unmistakableThe HAVE’s and HAVE-NOT’s of the internetWhy the internet is about humans and software working togetherHow the income disparity will continue to grow across the internetWhy talent gets further ahead with less physical help How tools are making it possible to get further fasterThe rare instances of MASSIVE success on social platformsHow creating wealth leads to the creation of jobs for other peopleThe idea that maybe all we need to is have our basic needs metMoving away from a society where everything is not good enoughWhy a Youtube super star has no desire to be on television  Resources and People MentionedIf the Internet Real was a Real Place – Dave Chapelle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bruce Poon tip is not the typical CEO of a travel company. Starting with nothing but his college credit cards, over the last 20 years Bruce has built G adventures into a 250 million dollar business.Here are the hlighlights from our chatLearning to recognize when your Eureka moments Why self awareness is such an important skill to developThe early parts of Bruce's childhood and his influencesStories of entrepreneurship from Bruce's childhoodWhy working at Mcdonald's was a meaningful experience for meA look at the things we take for granted every single day Having the guts do things that will make you unpopular Why building a business is actually a spiritual journeyWhy everybody has a journey that enlightens them in their own wayThe importance of learning from other people's storiesThe role of community, culture and karma in businessWhy the separation between work and life is disappearing Looking at how business can impact people, planet and profit Why our brand must transcend just being about a productTreating travel as the greatest form of wealth distribution The power of creating connectedness through your businessA look at conflicting desires involved in righting the book The role that patience plays in your ability to achieve something  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we take a look at how technology is changing the world of work and what jobs will be eliminated by machines.A look back at last week’s episode and the listener feedbackWhy you should challenge our thinking with your conversationsMaking a living from the things that you’re capable of doingTaking the 10,000 hour approach to early educationWhy it’s possible take nurturing a talent too farThe machines that are starting to replace our jobsThe question of whether we want to move towards a machine made worldWhy creativity is a modern business advantageLearning to blend our creativity with technological advancesThe nostalgia for artisans in a high tech world Why we must be aware of how technologies will eliminate so many jobsHow the low barrier to entry to makes it necessary to be remarkablePeople and Resources MentionedAverage is Over by Tyler Cowen Amazon’s drone video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a trip to Thailand in 2005, Matt decided to quit his job, finish his MBA and head off into the world.  What started out as a one year trip has turned into a 7 year journey in which travel has defined his life. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation Making radical identity shifts through incremental stepsA look at the early start of Matt's travel writing careerWhy long term travel doesn't have to be expensive The highs and lows that come with long term travelWhy the hardest step in any journey is the first oneHow to find adventure outside your front doorThe difference between vacation and travel cultureThe personal growth that comes from long term travelWhy being a voracious reader is so essential to your writingHow to significantly improve your writing through editingWhy you must make your stories must about the reader The Importance of having impeccable standards The difference between perfection and progressLiving like a local when you travel A look at the writing process for Matt's Book The 8th grade view that can inform your writing A professional traveller since 2004, Matt not only documents his travels but also helps explain how you can also live a life of travel. He is the author of How to Travel the World on 50 dollars a day and runs the travel blog Nomadic Matt After a trip to Thailand in 2005, Matt decided to quit his job, finish his MBA and head off into the world.  What started out as a one year trip has turned into a 7 year journey in which travel has defined his life. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation Making radical identity shifts through incremental stepsA look at the early start of Matt's travel writing careerWhy long term travel doesn't have to be expensive The highs and lows that come with long term travelWhy the hardest step in any journey is the first oneHow to find adventure outside your front doorThe difference between vacation and travel cultureThe personal growth that comes from long term travelWhy being a voracious reader is so essential to your writingHow to significantly improve your writing through editingWhy you must make your stories must about the reader The Importance of having impeccable standards The difference between perfection and progressLiving like a local when you travel A look at the writing process for Matt's Book The 8th grade view that can inform your writing A professional traveller since 2004, Matt not only documents his travels but also helps explain how you can also live a life of travel. He is the author of How to Travel the World on 50 dollars a day and runs the travel blog Nomadic Matt  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Pamela Slim returns to the show to discuss her latest book Body of Work. A stable career in any field is quickly becoming obsolte, and by creating a body of work, we can navigate the uncertain world of work that lies ahead of us. Here are a few of the highlights from our chat. The various work modes of Pam's careerWhy having a sporadic work history isn't a problemHow farming influenced the early part of Pam's careerAn incredible story about hand restoring a 100 year old schoolThe epidemic of doing work your'e not excited about itOvercoming the limiting self beliefs of big projects The tunnel vision of the non-conformist mindsetWhy you shouldn't obsess over your work mode The reason there is perfect way to be with your careerWorking towards contributing and making something better Finding your individual sacred journey The moments in your life and and career that are tipping pointsWhy acting interested in your work when you're not is dangerousThe good intentions of parental adviceWhy people change and blossom when they're able to do the right workFinding the right combination of Ingredients to create great work Why the search for a singular purpose can get in your way Learning to developing criteria for the work that you want to doPamela Slim is an award-winning author, business coach and speaker. She spent the first 10 years of her business as a consultant to large companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Charles Schwab and Cisco Systems, where she worked with thousands of executives, managers and employees. Her new book, Body of Work, gives a fresh perspective on the skills required in the new world of work for people in all work modes, from corporate to non-profit to small business. In this episode Pamela Slim returns to the show to discuss her latest book Body of Work. A stable career in any field is quickly becoming obsolte, and by creating a body of work, we can navigate the uncertain world of work that lies ahead of us. Here are a few of the highlights from our chat. The various work modes of Pam's careerWhy having a sporadic work history isn't a problemHow farming influenced the early part of Pam's careerAn incredible story about hand restoring a 100 year old schoolThe epidemic of doing work your'e not excited about itOvercoming the limiting self beliefs of big projects The tunnel vision of the non-conformist mindsetWhy you shouldn't obsess over your work mode The reason there is perfect way to be with your careerWorking towards contributing and making something better Finding your individual sacred journey The moments in your life and and career that are tipping pointsWhy acting interested in your work when you're not is dangerousThe good intentions of parental adviceWhy people change and blossom when they're able to do the right workFinding the right combination of Ingredients to create great work Why the search for a singular purpose can get in your way Learning to developing criteria for the work that you want to doPamela Slim is an award-winning author, business coach and speaker. She spent the first 10 years of her business as a consultant to large companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Charles Schwab and Cisco Systems, where... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we revisit the great debate on talent, discuss listener feedback and explore two types of career paths. Is the future going to be about becoming a master of your craft or will you need to be a jack of all trades? Here are some of the highlights from our chatThe importance of getting clear on what projects you’ll be working on Leveraging talent to overcome a lack of resourcesWhy grit and discipline still matter but may not be sufficient Finding the balance between optimism and delusionThe question of whether there is a future for multipotentialitesWhy having talent in multiple areas is unlikely for most peopleFinding areas of mastery that with overlapping elements Translating our creative skills into the world of life and workThe debate of whether or not we should diversify our skillsDealing with an economy in which skills become obsoleteHow not dabbling completely changed our business People and ResourcesTroy Carter: Fired by Lady Gaga and Loving It Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dani Shapiro has made her living as a writer for more than 20 years. In this interview we have an in-depth discussion about working artists and what it takes to master the craft of writing. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation Why there are many trajectories to creative careersDani's early exposure to working artistsThe importance of living and rebelling Why Having a story to tell matters so muchGetting back to callings of our youth How a new generation values of quality of lifeWhy Dani left New York for a quiet country lifeWhat it truly means to live a creative lifeHow some of the great things in life happen accidentallyThe importance of exposing yourself to great artists Some incredible insights on the best way to start your daySlowing down your mind by reading physical books Making meaning from loss by telling a resonant storyThe self doubt that every single writer faces before the pageMemory and imagination as engines for storytelling Being responsible with our gifts as writers When you feel misunderstood and wounded as a writerThe reason you can't hand lack of craftsmanship Why authors are increasingly responsible for their book's successThe role that talent plays in your ability to succeed as a writer People and Resources MentionedStill Writing: The pleasure and perils of a creative lifeGoodbye to all that: Writers on loving and leaving New York Dani Shapiro is the bestselling author of the memoirs Devotion and Slow Motion, and five novels including Black & White and Family History. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, Granta, Tin House, One Story, Elle, The New York Times Book Review, The Los Angeles Times, and has been widely anthologized. She has taught in the writing programs at Columbia, NYU, The New School and Wesleyan University, and she is co-founder of the Sirenland Writers Conference in Positano, Italy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To say that Christina Rasmussen has dealt with loss in her life would be an understatement. She lost a newborn child and her husband in the span of a few years. What started was a journey that allowed her to look at loss and grief in a new way What happens when you die without realizing itLiving in a place between two lives How denying losses in our lives causes us to sufferWhy suffering is not our natural experience in lifeHow loss can help you to discover your superpowersWhy we must do things that are uncomfortableCoping with the tremendous uncertainty of deathLearning to live fully after loss Finding the opportunity to be present in your lifeLearning to recognize that you're in the waiting room of your lifeThe part of you that keeps you safe, but doesn't help youPractical applications for overcoming lossLearning to find proof that you're worthy of changeUnderstanding the connection between your brain and identity mapHow worthiness starts to grow over time Christina Rasmussen is on a crusade to change the way we live after loss. As the founder of Second Firsts, an organization to help people create a pathway back to life after loss, Christina spends her time speaking, coaching, and helping thousands of people rebuild, reclaim, and relaunch their lives using the most powerful tool for personal reinvention: the human mind. She's the author of Second Firsts: Live, Laugh and Love Again  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this backstage episode, we conduct a new experiment by changing up the format of the show. Current events, discussion and debate all become part of the conversation. The story of a film critic that got vilifiedHow to deal with your critics when you make artLearning when to ignore your critics and their feedbackVeronica Mars successful Kickstarter and the web series it's resulted inUnderstanding what it takes to bypass the gatekeepersThe role that crowd funding can play in making great artWhy talent actually plays a role in your ability to succeedGreg's consensus that we are largely born with talent The ecosystem that is missing for the creative entrepreneurThe advantages that technology startups have over creativesWhy a team and resources make a big difference in your ability to get ahead People and Resources MentionedVeronica Mars Launches Web Series After Successful KickstarterThe Film Critic that Villified Lone Survivor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Susan Hyatt's career has included stints as a successful real estate agent, working in marketing/PR and as a successful life coach. She's on a mission to make personal development fun. He work has been featured in Oprah's O magazine, and she's a published author and speaker. In this episode of The Unmistakable Creative, Susan Hyatt talks about the importance of developing your own belief systems.A mission to make personal development funWhy you can be really good at something you hateLessons learned from the world of real estate The key questions that you need to answer Why finding a mission is an organic processThe messy nature of the creative processEscaping the stigma associated with failure The power of engaging in things your unfamiliar withCross pollination of ideas from multiple fieldsLife coaching and the mimicry epidemic at workThe danger of copying other people's belief systemsWhy messages and inspiration around you all day Some powerful lessons on balancing work and lifeLearning to create and identify multiple streams of incomeBuilding a speaking platform around your personal brandBridging the gap between work you hate and work you love People and Resources MentionedMartha BeckFinding Your Own North StarJohn Stewart and Dmitri Martin discuss lifecoaching Susan Hyatt is a master certified life coach, published author, luck accelerator +multi-passionate mentor for your body, business and your life. You can follow her on twitter @susanhyatt.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2011 Dave Ursillo published his first book Lead Without Followers. In an inspiring uphill battle, Dave has shown a tremendous amount of grit. In the last year his business has experienced a dramatic turnaround. Here are some of the highlights from our conversation Lessons from the world of politics and leadershipThe role of self belief in your successWhy a mission of service matters so muchThe subtle nuances of your language the impact your mindsetUnderstanding what you think, feel and believe Why what you say is going to be heard How to push yourself to the place of true authenticityWhy making your life about other people gives them powerThe Importance of not getting attached to your successWhy the art matters more than the mechanicsWhy showing up everyday is just a prerequisiteHow the failure of a book changed Dave's perception of artDealing with a business on the brink of failure How Following through on a simple idea drastically changed Dave's businessStructuring a writer's group where the journey is the rewardThe key values that were the foundations of the Literati writer's groupCritical Elements of Being Unapologetically You Dave Ursillo is the founder of The Literati Writers Group, and the author or Lead without Followers. You can follow him on twitter @daveursillo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's quite clear to many of you that we've made some significant changes in the last week by renaming the show and launching an incredibe new web site. In this backstage episode, Greg Hartle and I do a deep dive into the rebranding of BlogcastFM. The early conversations about changing the name of the showWhy any sort of brand fits into a particular parking spotHow our brand has evolved over time Why your brand must make people feel a certain wayThe role that immediate impressions play Why you shouldn't have to explain How to not become a victim of the innovator's dilemmaThe role that having a team plays in your growth Disturbing statisics about solo entrepreneurship Why making really fast decisions is critical to your successDeterminig the essence of your brand  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amber Rae is on a mission to redefine ambition. This mission has resulted in a journey through well known startups, a successful co-working group, The Domino Project, and The Bold Academy. She’s worked with CEO’s of 100 million dollar businesses, traders in Hong Kong, photographers, artists and wide range of people design their ideal life.Living for the Question of What You Were Put on the Earth to DoHow Amber Landed Many High Profile Startups as a ClientsThe Process of Inquiry Necessary to Identify Underlying FearsWhy You Shouldn’t Judge Yourself Before You Express YourselfLaunching a Co-Working Movement That Spread to 25 Cities The Ebbs and flows of an incredible journeyAccelerating the Innovator Instead of the Innovation The Biggest Mistakes You Can Make With ExperimentsWhy Thinking too Much Keeps You from Taking Action Key Learnings from the First Launch of the Bold AcademyGive Something and Expecting Nothing in Return The #1 Question You can Ask SomebodyHow to launch a MVP and eliminate the unnecessaryWorking as the Chief Evangelist for the The Domino ProjectHow Your “Why” Continually EvolvesThe 3 Key Pieces of Amber’s Creative ProcessWhy You Have to Setup a Proper Environment for CreatingHow Writing by Hand Changes the Experience of Writing  People and Resources MentionedNew York Night OwlsThe Domino Project Steven Pressfield Anything You Want by Derek Sivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Innagural episode of our new brand. The Unmistkable Creative, Danielle Laporte returns to the show for her 4th appearance. Danielle’s journey has carried her through a think tank in Washington DC, The Body Shop, her own business (which she got fired from) a best-selling book and The Desire Map.Why bar tending is a course in learning about people The power of tribes and promoting other peopleDealing with Your Ego and Overcoming The Impostor ComplexLooking at your Life and Business in ChaptersWhy Great Customer Service is a Form of Consciousness An Interesting look at Your Elevator SpeechThe Reason You Should Avoid Grandiosity Why We Must Leave Space for Resonance and ConnectionHow Selling Things You Don’t Care About can be Life ChangingLearning When and How to Say No to ThingsHow to be a Self Promoter Through Effective Story Telling Why Behind the Scenes Stuff Appeals to Your ReadersAn Early Look at Danielle Laporte’s Magazine How Doing Things for Artistic Reasons Leads to Other ThingsLooking at Your Work Through the Lens of a PublisherWhy Danielle is Primarily Concerned with her Existing FansHow Danielle Currently Defines Her Success  Resources and People We MentionedF*ck the Elevator SpeechThe Firestarter SessionsThe Desire Map Wired for Story Danielle Laporte is the maker of The Desire Map, The Fire Starter Sessions and Your Big Beautiful Book Plan. She adores truth seekers and belly laughs.You can follow her on twitter @daniellelaporte Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.