Anne-Laure Le Cunff

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, an award-winning neuroscientist and the founder of Ness Labs, discusses mindful productivity and its relationship to burnout. She delves into the concept of an 'experimental' mindset, encouraging listeners to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. The conversation touches on the distinction between habits and routines, the importance of self-experimentation, and practical strategies for efficient time use. Anne-Laure also addresses the psychological impacts of imposter syndrome and how personal values can guide productivity.

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, founder of Ness Labs and a neuroscience PhD candidate, shares her secrets to productivity while juggling a business, writing a book, and pursuing academic goals. She reveals how ChatGPT enhances efficiency by breaking down complex research papers and generating tailored advice. Anne-Laure also discusses using AI to create eye-catching YouTube thumbnails and extract insights from her journaling. Her inspiring journey highlights the balance between technology and creativity for curious minds.

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and author, shares her insights on setting goals and navigating uncertainty with her approach of 'tiny experiments.' She explains how to balance structured goals with flexibility in personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-talk in shaping our perceptions. Anne-Laure encourages embracing uncertainty as a tool for opportunity, while highlighting the power of small, accountable experiments to foster positive habits and community support.

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and founder of Ness Labs, dives into the world of 'tiny experiments' and how they can innovate personal growth and creativity. She discusses redefining success from a learning perspective, where curiosity reigns supreme over conventional achievements. The power of fiction as a counterbalance to productivity culture is highlighted, alongside the importance of structured yet flexible note-taking archetypes. Anne-Laure's insights transform uncertainties into opportunities, making exploration a key to meaningful work.

Join neuroscientist and entrepreneur Anne-Laure Le Cunff as she dives into the power of mindset and tiny experiments. She emphasizes abandoning hustle culture to explore what truly sparks your curiosity. Discover how small experiments can guide you through career transitions and help uncover your passion without the pressure of immediate success. Anne-Laure shares her personal journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, offering strategies for personal growth and creativity in a distracted world.

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In this episode, I talk with fellow creator and curious human Anne-Laure Le Cunff. She left her job at Google and embarked on an entrepreneurial journey about one month before I did in April 2017.  We compare the lessons we have learned over the past five years as well as talk about:How her mother's experience as an immigrant influenced her work scriptsHer creative interests vs. practical career choicesGetting into google and getting sucked into the tech worldQuitting her job and thinking she needed to found a companyShifting to freelancing and creating space in her lifeCreating and writing online and building an audienceCreating in a second languageHiring employees vs. hiring contractorsPursuing an academic path at the same time as a solopreneur pathHer personal site: Anne-Laure Le Cunff | Wellness, Creativity & CultureHer newsletter & community: The Maker Mind Newsletter by Anne-Laure Le Cunff (nesslabs.com)🍿 Watch on Youtube-------------📕Buy Paul’s Book (Published Jan 2022): The Pathless Path📲Connect + Follow PaulTwitter: @p_millerdPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to BoundlessPaul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast:I use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Your HereI record high-quality video using Riverside: Sign Up HereBecome a sponsor of the Podcast / NewsletterWant to upgrade your Zoom studio? Check out Kevin Shen’s Dream Studio CourseWant to launch a course? Podia or Teachable are both greatWeb Hosting: Skystra Fast WordPress HostingHost your own community" Circle 14-day free trial 📘 GOOD WORK: LIVE! => Learn More📕 Buy Paul’s Book (50k+ Sold): The Pathless Path😁 Join Hundreds On Unconventional Paths: Pathless Path Community📲Connect + Follow PaulTwitter: @p_millerdInstagram: @pathlesspaulPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to Pathless (23k+ People)Paul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast:Accounting, Taxes, And Payroll For Your S-Corp (Ideal for $60k+ income): CollectiveLooking for alternatives to traditional health insurance in the US? Check out CrowdhealthI use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Yours HereI record high-quality videos using Riverside: Sign Up Here

Pretty much everyone seems to agree: you should follow your passions. But what if we got it all wrong? Is “your passion” actually a trap? Join us as we explore what homicide, hummingbirds and hobbies have in common and why it’s important to start dancing around burnout. Anne-Laure Le Cunff is a neuroscientist in training, author, Internet entrepreneur and former Googler. Jump to the question: Should You Follow Your Passion? Learn more about Anne-Laure: Explore Anne-Laure’s blog and Podcast Nesslabs Connect with Anne-Laure on Twitter Connect with Anne-Laure on LinkedIn References from the show: Polynesian Sea Voyagers navigating using their testicles Jackhammers and Hummingbirds by Elizabeth Gilbert The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron The Psychology of Happiness by Anne-Laure Le Cunff Meet Alyssa X, this week’s Creator To Watch Join an upcoming group coaching cohort: Are you looking to ask deep, introspective and provocative questions about your own life (with Khe and likeminded peers) ⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠ THE MOST UNIQUE PRODUCTIVITY COURSE ON THE INTERNET Supercharge your Productivity is the only course that connects the pursuit of productivity to life’s larger questions so you can design a system that works for you. ⁠⁠Enroll Now⁠⁠ BECOME A RADREADER: 📩 ⁠⁠Join 45,000+ ambitious professionals⁠⁠ for our weekly essays on productivity, money and career. ⁠⁠🐦 Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠🎥 TikTok⁠⁠ ⁠⁠📸 Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠💼 LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠🌍 The Blog⁠⁠ ABOUT RADREADS RadReads is an online education business that helps ambitious professionals lead more productive, examined and joyful lives. RadReads provides guides, coaching, and trainings to more than 45,000 high-performers to help them gain back free time, scale their impact, and make their little dent in the universe. ABOUT KHE HY Khe Hy is the founder of RadReads and father of two. Khe spent 15 years working on Wall Street and was one of the youngest Managing Directors at BlackRock. He's been called Oprah for Millennials by CNN and the Wall Street Guru by Bloomberg and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, TedX, Business Insider, Barrons, Time Magazine and Quartz.

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist, writer, and founder of Ness Labs, discusses her new book, 'Tiny Experiments,' revealing how small, intentional actions can unlock creativity and personal growth. She explores the importance of navigating life's crossroads and following intuition in decision-making. Anne-Laure shares insights on embracing vulnerability through psychoactive journeys and the significance of cultural identity. Her reflections on healing generational wounds and fostering authenticity encourage listeners to embrace their true selves for transformative growth.

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and curiosity expert, discusses the transformative power of curiosity for personal growth. She delves into the complexity of curiosity, highlighting its paradoxical nature and the cyclical processes involved. The conversation explores addictive behaviors in technologies like social media, urging mindfulness in information consumption. Le Cunff emphasizes the link between curiosity and experimentation, sharing practical strategies for fostering meaningful connections and personal reflection, encouraging listeners to embrace their journey of self-discovery.