In this episode, we're talking about the power of play. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly excel in their work while maintaining a sense of joy and creativity? Well, it all comes down to embracing the spirit of play. But here's the thing, play is not just about having fun or taking a break from work. It's a mindset that can enhance our productivity and bring us closer to our true... read more ›
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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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Jul
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In the mood to hear a fulfilling story? Look no further than Chelsea Yamase. Social media would have you thinking that this 34-year-old lives a life taken straight out of an adventure storybook, but there's even more to her lifestyle than meets the eye. I recently had the chance to speak with Chelsea on the podcast about everything from her personal journey as a creator to current outlooks and future plans. Meet Chelsea Yamase Most... 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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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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Apr
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For Amanda Crew, art imitates life. While she is largely known for her role as Monica Hall on the HBO series Silicon Valley, she recently sat down with me to talk about the duality between her personal life and experience playing a woman who feels torn between the life she’s created and the life she really wants. It’s a thriller, Amanda tells me, but the underlying turmoil her character faces is something she can relate... read more ›
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Mar
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Dan Martell is an award-winning Canadian entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author, and coach. He's coached more than 1000+ SaaS founders, including clients whose names we'd easily recognize as industry leaders, like ClickFunnels, Proposify, and Carrot. Dan had founded, scaled, and exited three tech companies successfully and is the founder of one of the largest coaching businesses in the world, SaaS Academy. He's committed to helping others buy back their time and his new book Buy Back... read more ›
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Feb
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Bozoma Saint John is a businesswoman and marketing expert with over 20 years of experience at her back. She began her career with Spike Lee's advertising agency, then went on to work for the likes of Pepsi, Apple Music, Uber, Endeavor, and most recently Netflix. Bozoma has spent the last few years of her life shaking things up; the American Advertising Federation Hall of Achievement and American Marketing Hall of Fame inductee resigned from her... read more ›
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Feb
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While there may not be an instruction manual for life as a whole, Cyndie Spiegel's new book, Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life Is Not Okay, has hope covered. The storyteller, writer, TEDx speaker, meditation teacher, former fashion executive and professor has experienced her fair share of overwhelming darkness and has used it to fuel her mission of inspiring hope in others. Cyndie recently sat down with me to discuss her trying journey, the lessons... read more ›
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Looking to learn how to thrive under pressure? Kelly McGonigal has your answers. She's made a career with the power of psychology, using it to help people improve their mental health and overall wellbeing. Her insights have reached all sorts of audiences; her first two books, The Willpower Instinctand The Upside of Stress, are bestsellers with tens of thousands of copies sold worldwide. Kelly's expertise helped form Stanford's innovative Compassion Cultivation Training program that's... read more ›
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