The Futur with Chris Do

238 - Discover your gift — with Michael Ventura

Apr 26, 2023

Michael Ventura, founder of Sub Rosa and a strategic advisor, dives into the art of discovering one's life's purpose beyond financial gain. He emphasizes the importance of empathy and how personal experiences shape our professional journeys. The discussion reveals how self-exploration helps identify unique gifts, or 'superpowers', leading to fulfillment and success. Ventura also highlights the shifting perspectives of younger generations on work and purpose, urging listeners to embrace creativity and connections that align with their values.

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

Influence and Purpose: Shaping Success

18min

Discovering Life's Purpose

13min

Finding Purpose Through Movement

6min

Navigating Work and Purpose Across Generations

4min

Aligning Purpose and Creativity

17min

Exploring Creative Platforms for Engagement

2min

Aligning with Purpose and Community Support

2min

Michael Ventura is the founder of Sub Rosa, a strategy and design firm that works with some of the world’s largest brands, organizations, and startups. He is also a board member and advisor to several organizations, including Behance, The Burning Man Project, and The Smithsonian’s Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum.

As if that weren’t impressive enough, he also owns a globally recognized design store in New York’s West Village and is a visiting lecturer at institutions like Princeton University and the United States Military Academy at West Point.

In this podcast episode, Michael shares his experience as an entrepreneur, how he spends his precious time, and why his calling is helping other people overcome the obstacles in their way.

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