The Unmistakable Creative Podcast
Srinivas Rao
Timeless Practical Wisdom For Living a Meaningful LifeInspiring stories and practical advice from creatives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, misfits, and rebels to help you become successful on your own terms Our listeners say, “If TEDTalks met Oprah you’d have the Unmistakable Creative.” Eliminate the feeling of being stuck in your life, blocked in your creativity, and discover higher levels of meaning and purpose in your life and career. Listen to deeply personal, insightful, and thought-provoking stories from the world’s leading thinkers and doers including best-selling authors, artists, peak performance psychologists, happiness researchers, entrepreneurs, startup founders, artists, venture capitalists, and even former bank robbers. Former guests have included Tim Ferriss, Seth Godin, Justine Musk, Scott Adams, Rob Bell, David Heinemeier Hansson, Elle Luna, Jordan Harbinger Brett Mckay, and Simon Sinek.Join The Unmistakable CollectiveThe Unmistakable Collective is a monthly membership for writers, bloggers, podcasters, and content creators that gives you access to workshops, AMA's, and accountability from other like-minded peers to help you accomplish any creative goals! Click here to become a member.Connect with Us On Social Twitter: @unmistakableceoInstagram: @unmistkablecreative Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 9, 2022 • 54min
Akshay Nanavati | How to Use Pain as a Tool for Transformation
Akshay Nanavati is on a mission to help people transform their negative emotions into health, wealth and happiness. His book "Fearvana" is a revolutionary approach to conquering your fears and achieving anything you set your mind to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 8, 2022 • 13min
[Preview] The Unmistakable Creativity Hour | Own Your Distribution
In this episode, Gareth and Srini discuss the importance of owning your distribution channel. They emphasize the importance of not relying on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube, which can change algorithms or disappear altogether. Instead, they suggest using these platforms to drive traffic to your own channels, where you have control over the data and can better understand your audience. They also discuss the importance of starting a vlog to establish trust with potential customers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 7, 2022 • 59min
Craig Swanson | The Power of a Willingness To Be Wrong
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 4, 2022 • 52min
Listener Favorites: Kristin Neff | Self Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
Kristin Neff says that just as every baby is born worthy of compassion and unconditional love, so too is every adult and we have the ability give that to ourselves. Kristin talks about the power of self-compassion, how to cultivate it and how we can learn to love ourselves unconditionally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 2, 2022 • 51min
Simran Jeet Singh | How Sikh Wisdom Can Transform Your Life
Simran Jeet Singh knows that leading positive change can be daunting, but he also knows that everyone has the ability to learn the wisdom of Sikhism which, he believes, has the power to transform our lives. He talks about the importance of love, service, and humility, and how these values can help you live a more meaningful life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 1, 2022 • 23min
[Preview] The Unmistakable Creativity Hour | Scaling a Consulting Business to 10k: The Opt-in Offer
In this episode you'll learn about the importance of making it easy for potential customers to buy from you. Gareth and Srini emphasize the importance of consistency and taking small steps to achieve larger goals. They also discuss the importance of testing your ideas to ensure that they are viable before investing too much time and resources into them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 31, 2022 • 57min
Alex Budak | Becoming a Changemaker: Leading Positive Change at Any Level
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 27, 2022 • 1h 1min
Listener Favorites: Sandy Greenberg | How Friendship and Love Can Lead to An Extraordinary Vision for Life
From the loss his father at age 5, to facing blindness in his junior year and finding friendships that would last a lifetime, Sandy Greenberg's journey is one that has been filled with love, loss and an extraordinary vision for life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 26, 2022 • 1h 18min
Annie Duke | Quit: The Power of Knowing When To Walk Away
Join us in an enlightening conversation with Annie Duke, a renowned author, corporate speaker, and consultant in the decision-making space. In this episode, Annie shares valuable insights on the power of knowing when to quit. She helps us solve the paradox of not knowing when to quit, discussing the fine line between stubborn dedication and grit.Annie Duke, a former professional poker player, has won over $4 million in tournament poker before retiring from the game in 2012. She was awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship to study Cognitive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, which has greatly influenced her understanding of decision-making.In this episode, Annie discusses why this crucial blind spot has led to the tragic downfall of so many great pursuits. She provides practical tools and strategies to improve your decision-making process, helping you make better choices in various aspects of your life. Visit Annie's website www.AnnieDuke.com to find her books or get in touch with her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 25, 2022 • 21min
[Preview] The Unmistakable Creativity Hour | Building and Scaling a $10,000 Consulting Business: The Website
In this episode and the next, we’ll discuss the steps you need to take to scale your consulting business to $10,000. We’ll cover topics like setting up your website, creating a sales funnel, and marketing your business. So if you want to take your consulting business to the next level, this episode is for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
