

Stop Chasing Growth | Eric Markowitz on How to Outlast
In this special “Oh Snap, Guess What I Saw” edition of Just Press Record, Matt Zeigler welcomes back writer and thinker Eric Markowitz for a deep reflection on resilience, longevity, and the power of being unapologetically human in a digital age. Centered around a powerful clip from Christina Garnett and Vic Ruggiero, the conversation unpacks how meaningful connection—whether in business, creativity, or content creation—can help individuals and organizations outlast in a short-term obsessed world.
🎯 Topics Covered:Why compounding only works if you survive long enoughHow “breadcrumbs” on social media create emotional connectionThe shift from mass distribution to authentic engagementWhy human presence is the best defense against AI samenessInverting the model of leadership and innovation
What businesses that have lasted centuries teach us about resilienceThe difference between learning and teaching in modern content creation
Building community as a sustainable growth strategy