

Jack Conte shares 3 rules for life
45 snips Mar 17, 2025
Jack Conte, musician, creator, and CEO of Patreon, dives deep into the essence of creative entrepreneurship. He passionately discusses the importance of being in command of your life, drawing parallels to paragliding. Conte emphasizes the value of personal growth, sharing his journey in overcoming fear of flying to highlight mental resilience. He also encourages viewing change as an opportunity, not a threat, using his own experiences in storytelling as inspiration for embracing new mediums and ideas.
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Be the Pilot in Command
- Take command of your life; you are the pilot.
- You are responsible for your choices and their consequences, not others.
Separation of Tasks
- Separate your tasks from others' reactions; their feelings are their responsibility.
- Focus on staying true to yourself without being burdened by others' expectations.
Overcoming Fear of Flying
- Jack Conte overcame his fear of flying through cognitive behavioral therapy.
- His wife's challenge to not be a fearful example for their future children motivated him.