The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show How Taking More Risks Can Unlock the Life You Actually Want
May 14, 2025
Ashley Levy, Senior Director of Brand Marketing at LinkedIn, joins Chase Jarvis to discuss the transformative power of risk-taking. They explore how scrapping a nearly finished book led to a bolder narrative and why living authentically is crucial for personal fulfillment. The conversation highlights the #1 trait among top performers and the importance of attention over time as a creative asset. They also touch on the balance between human creativity and AI's growing role, encouraging listeners to embrace discomfort and pursue their true passions.
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Scrapping Safe for Authenticity
- Chase Jarvis scrapped a nearly finished book because it felt too safe and inauthentic to him.
- He rewrote it inspired by a sticky note saying "don't play it safe," leading to a bolder, truer manuscript.
Playing It Safe Is Riskier
- Playing it safe is the riskiest move because it leads to a life designed by others' expectations.
- The number one regret of the dying is living a life that other people wanted for them.
Master Your Attention
- Master your attention since your experience depends on where you place it.
- Practice mindfulness or meditation daily to strengthen focus and awareness.
