The artistic field is full of talent. No doubt about that. It's also incredibly hard to get recognized in. But what is it that sets the successful apart from the rest? Is it pure talent, luck, or something else? Hughes Norton says the answer is all three. As an agent to stars like Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, he's been privileged enough to see beyond the surface level - what fame and stardom looks like... read more ›
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Everyone wants to be successful. The only challenge is knowing how to achieve it. Guy Kawasaki, a well-known entrepreneur and author, has dedicated his career to understanding what makes people successful. In this episode of the podcast, we get together to discuss his latest project, 'Think Remarkable', and the lifetime worth of wisdom it distills into 170 pages. https://youtu.be/Os9vGcXfGWA Turning a Successful Podcast Into a Successful Book Guy knows quite a bit about success, not... read more ›
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Got any plans for this weekend? Noah Kagan is about to clear your schedule. The serial entrepreneur sits down with me in this latest podcast to talk all about the hacks for success he learned from building million-dollar businesses from the ground up. Spoiler alert: they're easier to implement than you think. Keep reading for a rundown of our discussion and the top takeaways you can start using today. Defining Your Freedom Number: Decoding How... read more ›
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Think about it: if you only do what you usually do, you’ll never know what you’re truly capable of doing. This notion isn’t just about pushing boundaries for the sake of it; it’s about embracing the vastness of our potential. The Comfort Zone: A Creative Cul-de-Sac Our comfort zones are cozy, predictable spaces where routines live and risks are rare visitors. It’s human nature to gravitate towards comfort. But, in the realm of creativity, this... read more ›
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Want to achieve the impossible? Psychologist Dr. Benjamin Hardy doesn't think that's crazy - in fact, he wants to help you get there. https://youtu.be/uxXZI2x7wVE Dr. Benjamin Hardy holds a Ph.D. in organizational psychology, which is essentially the study of leadership, strategy, and motivation. He spent his time at Clemson researching how the human mind sets and pursues goals, as well as how it responds to change. A deep interest in self-development led him from blogging... read more ›
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Look at high-achieving individuals from Olympians to business mavericks and you'll quickly notice one thing they all have in common - a strong mindset. As the command center for the actions we take, our brains play an undeniably critical role in the pursuit of success. It's one thing to set goals, but another to have the mental strength to stay committed to them when things don't go as planned. To that end, any individual, whether... read more ›
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Gagan Biyani is an entrepreneur by trade. He began exploring the career path at the age of 21, tinkering with ideas before eventually starting education technology Udemy in 2010 with co-founders Eren Bali and Oktay Caglar. He's also dabbled in journalism as a writer for TechCrunch, run a conference business, lent his skills as a marketing advisor to Lyft, and in 2013 founded Sprig, a start-up focused on sustainability and health-conscious food delivery services. Today,... read more ›
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As a creative entrepreneur, you know the importance of putting yourself out there and seeking new clients to help your business grow. Unfortunately, approaching potential customers can be intimidating – even if you’re confident in your work – because it requires you to put yourself on the line. Fortunately, with just a few simple steps, you can start building confidence and conquering your fear for good! Try these battle-tested tips designed to build self-assurance when... read more ›
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The idea of a solo creator who goes off to a cabin in the woods for a month and returns with a finished masterpiece? Purely a mirage. We desperately need to connect with others: those with both similar and radically different influences and interests, those who love what we do, those who will give us honest feedback. We become more fully ourselves when we are in a community of other creators. Working alone can be... read more ›
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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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