The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

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.