The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Madeleine Dore, author of "I Didn't Do the Thing Today," offers a refreshing take on productivity by encouraging us to embrace life's messiness. She discusses how rigid routines can stifle creativity and highlights the importance of self-compassion amidst the pressures of social media. Dore shares her insights on shifting the focus from perfectionism to personalized productivity, advocating for flexibility in our daily practices. With practical tips on balancing expectations and ambition, she inspires listeners to find their unique paths to fulfillment.

Tim Klein breaks down an evidence-based decision-making framework designed to help you make life's biggest decisions. Learn how to navigate the modern education system and ever-changing world of careers to find your purpose in life. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We interview Mike Liguori, founder of Live Your Truth Media and author of The Road Ahead and Miles Behind. Mike shares his insights on how to heal relationships with parents, drawing on his experience reconciling with his father during a cross-country road trip. Tune in to learn more about Mike's journey and gain valuable insights on how to mend relationships with your parents. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ethan Kross, a renowned psychologist and author, dives into the compelling world of our inner voice. He discusses the profound effects of self-talk on our emotions and decisions, sharing insights from his book, 'Chatter.' Listeners learn practical techniques to transform negative inner dialogue into constructive self-expression. Kross emphasizes self-compassion as a tool for personal growth, revealing how mastering our inner voice can unlock potential and enhance mental well-being. It's a transformative conversation for anyone curious about the mind's intricacies.

The choices we make are actively building the future that awaits us, so what better way to find joy, love and happiness than to become masters of our own decision making? Dr. Frederic Bahnson wants to teach you how to take the guesswork out of decision making so that you can unlock a power better than destiny: the power of choice. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you tired of the never-ending struggle to keep your files organized and easily accessible? We sit down with Dennis Xu, co-founder of Mem Labs, to discuss the revolutionary new self-organizing workspace that is changing the way we store and access information. Using state-of-the-art artificial intelligence, Mem helps knowledge workers around the world stay on top of their workload and create new knowledge with ease. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Masachs Boungou, author of "The Power of a Personal History," shares his profound journey shaped by a traumatic childhood in the Congo amidst civil war. He discusses how embracing one’s personal history can ignite a deep drive for purpose and fulfillment. The conversation explores resilience through adversity, the transformative power of education, and reframing personal struggles into meaningful narratives. Dr. Boungou emphasizes that our past does not define us, but rather empowers us to create our future.

In this enlightening conversation, we're joined by Alex Budak, a professor at Haas Business School and the author of 'Becoming a Change Maker'. Alex shares his unique insights on micro leadership, the dynamics of champions, cynics, and fence sitters in our ability to make change, and the importance of taking a long-term perspective.Alex Budak is not just a faculty member at Berkeley, but also a global director, entrepreneur, and changemaker who has helped countless students lead positive change in their communities. His book, 'Becoming a Change Maker', is a research-backed guide that helps individuals harness their potential to make a positive impact.In this episode, Alex discusses his experiences of leading change, the concept of micro leadership, and the importance of building trust in ourselves. He emphasizes that change isn't just for your career, it's also for your personal life. He shares his belief that while leaders might be scarce, leadership is abundant. He encourages us to see leadership not as a title, but as an act, and to seize the leadership moments that appear around us every day. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psychologist Gloria Mark shares her groundbreaking research on attention span and introduces the concept of "kinetic attention" as a new framework for understanding how our brains function in the digital age. In this podcast episode, she offers practical tips for restoring balance and improving our mental resources to find success and wellness in our daily lives. Tune in to take control of your attention and boost productivity, happiness, and overall well-being. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Entrepreneur and startup studio owner, Craig Swanson, argues that the ability to embrace being wrong is essential to success in any field. Swanson explains that most people are afraid of being wrong. As a result, they're constantly second-guessing themselves and their ideas, which stifles creativity and innovation. Instead of being afraid of being wrong, we should embrace it as a necessary part of the process. Subscribe for ad-free interviews and bonus episodes https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.