

Chip Conley: How To Become a Modern Elder, Create A Second Wave & Regenerate Your Soul
114 snips May 23, 2022
In this insightful discussion, Chip Conley, a hospitality maverick and founder of the Modern Elder Academy, invites us to rethink aging as a journey of growth rather than decline. He highlights the transformative potential of midlife wisdom and the importance of mentorship across generations. Chip shares personal anecdotes on overcoming societal expectations, the power of intentional journaling for self-discovery, and the evolution of the hospitality industry. His vision encourages us to embrace aging as a phase ripe for creativity and fulfillment.
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U-Curve of Happiness
- Societal narratives often portray aging negatively, while personal experiences reveal increasing happiness after 50.
- This "U-curve of happiness" highlights a disconnect between perception and reality.
Modern Elder at Airbnb
- Chip Conley, initially hired as a mentor at Airbnb, became the "Modern Elder", bridging the gap between his wisdom and the young team's digital intelligence.
- This intergenerational collaboration contributed to Airbnb's success.
Wisdom Book
- To cultivate wisdom, keep a "wisdom book" and regularly jot down lessons learned.
- This practice helps metabolize experiences into valuable insights.