Dr. Sherry Walling, a professional in organizing and performing circus shows, dives into the motivational magic behind the art form. She shares personal stories that highlight the internet's impact on connection and creativity. The conversation also covers upcoming projects, including a new book on selling a company, where they explore the emotional and practical aspects of business transitions. Listeners will find insights into the healing power of artistic expression, along with reflections on personal growth and community engagement.
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AI Art Collaboration
Sherry Walling used AI-generated art for her circus show, upsetting an artist.
The artist offered a collaborative solution, creating thoughtful artwork for the show.
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Broken Record, Lasting Impact
Rob Walling learned a high school track record he set was broken after 31 years.
He created a congratulatory video for the new record holder, sharing the impact of track on his life.
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Circus as Therapy
Sherry Walling's circus show combined artistic expression with psychological themes.
She believes in engaging with complex topics through non-cognitive, shared experiences.
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In episode 715, Rob Walling is joined by Dr. Sherry Walling to discuss a variety of topics. They chat about two recent and meaningful interactions made possible by the Internet, the motivations behind organizing and performing a circus show, and they chat about upcoming launches on the horizon – new books and courses for SaaS founders.
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Topics we cover:
4:00 – Examples of thoughtful, nuanced Internet interactions
8:12 – Impacting people you otherwise couldn’t online
15:12 – Dr. Sherry Walling’s circus show motivation
21:53 – The psychology of business exits
25:27 – Commonalities across founders considering exits
31:11 – Speaking to the whole lifecycle of a SaaS business
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