Podcast Episodes

Feeling Lost? It's Time to 'Find Your Why' | with David Mead

“Why.”

It’s an incredibly simple word that carries tremendous power when used correctly. But unfortunately ‘why’ is a question we are often afraid to …

7 years, 11 months ago

6 Lessons Learned From 6 Months of Training For American Ninja Warrior

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“Who’s stupid idea was this anyway?”

It definitely wasn’t the first time I had asked myself this in the last six months since …

7 years, 11 months ago

The Ugly Side of Depression, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome | with Gen Malone

Depression. Burnout. Imposter Syndrome.

I’ll take “3 Things I’d Rather Not Admit That I’ve Experienced” for $1000, Alex!

In today’s society we are cond…

7 years, 11 months ago

Dear Zack: "I'm having trouble finding work and want to make sure I'm doing everything I can to better my chances..."

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On a weekly basis I receive emails, Facebook messages, and tweets from people all over the world who work in creative fields. …

7 years, 11 months ago

Finding Strength On the Road to Disability | with Chris Anselmo

"Easy left a long time ago."

- Chris Anselmo

The subject matter of disabilities, especially muscular dystrophy, is a subject matter near and dear to my…

8 years ago

Tired of Life Kicking Your Ass? Learn to Fight Back Like a True 'Cobra Kai'

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock the last thirty years, you’re no doubt familiar with The Karate Kid - the inspiring underdog story of Daniel L…

8 years ago

How to Build a Career You're Proud Of | with Robert Hardy

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If you work in a creative industry, you probably already know how difficult it can be to just making a living. But if you’re i…

8 years ago

The Beginner's Guide to Alleviating Chronic Pain In 5 Min a Day...Right at Your Desk [VIDEOS]

I've already written extensively about how being sedentary is awful for your health and how sitting can kill your creativity. But in addition to the …

8 years ago

How to Tell Good Stories | with Jeff Bartsch

If you do creative work for a living, you’re a storyteller.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a film editor like me working in scripted television, maybe yo…

8 years, 1 month ago

Design Yourself Enrollment Opens Next Week! (Make Sure You're On the Waitlist)

Interested in joining my brand new Design Yourself program (with a 50% discount) when enrollment opens next week? Visit optimizeyourself.me/design to…

8 years, 1 month ago