The Zack Arnold Podcast

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistIt doesn't matter who we are, where we are. We're all one question away from a completely different life.- Marc ChampagneMarc Champagne is a speaker, mental fitness strategist and author of the book Personal Socrates: Better Questions, Better Life. Marc studies the questions and practices shaping the lives of legends and world-class performers and is joining us today to share those findings along with simple ways you can apply them to make changes to your professional and personal life.In our conversation, Marc breaks down what makes a “high value question” (it’s far more simple than you think). We discuss simple questions you can start with to begin changing your life, as well as how a simple practice of journaling can support this process. You’ll learn all about the value of asking better questions, as well as how you can build your “creativity muscle” in order to create drastic change through seeking deeper answers.Whether you’re looking to enhance your personal life or are seeking ways to take your career to the next level, learning the art of asking better questions to both yourself and others is a crucial piece of the process. Not only will Marc be sharing those skills with you here today, you’ll hear personal examples as we take turns in the hot seat discussing the game changing questions that completely changed our entire lives.Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?» Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here's What You'll Learn:Why Marc chose journaling to stay on top when he was in the corporate worldWhat journaling actually does to your mind (and why you need it)The simple ways you can start to integrate journaling into your daily lifeHow Marc and his brother-in-law created a successful journaling app, and the ONE question that made them decide to shut it downWhat a “high value question” is, and how to form your ownWhat Marc means when he says, "We're all one question away from a completely different life”The single question that changed Zack’s lifeAre you asking this horrible question we’ve all been conditioned to answer since childhood? Here’s what to ask instead…The real issue with living on autopilotMarc shares the specific steps necessary to training your “curiosity muscles”Useful Resources Mentioned:Personal Socrates: Questions That Will Upgrade Your Life from Legends & World-Class PerformersBehind the HumanThe Messy Middle: Finding Your Way Through the Hardest and Most Crucial Part of Any Bold VentureThe Laws of Creativity: Unlock Your Originality and Awaken Your Creative GeniusContinue to Listen & LearnHow Tiny Changes Can Create Remarkable Results | with James ClearThe Four Tendencies’ (aka ‘The Matrix’ For Understanding Yourself & Others) | with Gretchen RubinChase Jarvis On Building Your Network of ‘A-Gamers,’ Designing the Life You Want, and Fulfilling Your ‘Creative Calling’What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey CofoneHow to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-ShaharLegendary Editor Walter Murch On Optimizing Creativity, Productivity, and Well-Being In Hollywood For 50+ YearsLet’s Stop Talking About “Productivity” and Start Talking About Balance | with Mike VardyUsing Time Tracking and Habit Formation to Create Moments That Matter | with Laura VanderkamOn the Importance of Building Relationships, Asking Questions, and Never Giving Up | with Andi ArmaganianManaging Limiting Beliefs, Imposter Syndrome, and all the “Chatter” In Our Heads | with Ethan KrossGuest Bio: Marc Champagne Marc Champagne unpacks the mental fitness practices and reflective questions shaping the lives of some of the most successful and brilliant thinkers in the world. He is the author of Personal Socrates, a best-selling book exploring the pointed questions that stimulate our mental fitness and teach us how to direct our internal narrative to work for us instead of against us. Marc studies the prompts and practices of legends such as Kobe Bryant, Maya Angelou, Robin Williams, James Clear, Coco Chanel, Stephen Hawking, and many others to bring clarity, intentionality, and possibility to every aspect of your life.He is the host of the top 50 ranked podcast Behind The Human and co-founded the journaling app (KYO) which reached 86.9 million people without any paid advertising. He has studied mental fitness practices for over a decade and consults with Fortune 500 companies as a mental fitness strategist and practitioner.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access to all of the past newsletters in the Case of the Mondays archives, simply visit optimizeyourself.me/mondays.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlist“Creativity is a life amplifier. It’s as fundamental to our well-being as physical fitness, proper nutrition, and mindfulness.”-Chase JarvisChase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, a best-selling author, a podcast host of The Chase Jarvis live show, and one of the most influential photographers of the past 20 years, shooting ads for companies like Apple, Nike, and Red Bull to name a small few. But what brought Chase to my attention was his national best selling book, Creative Calling (an absolute must-read), which is as inspiring as it is informative on how you can both identify your own creative calling and take action on it.In our conversation, Chase and I take a deep dive into the fundamentals of creativity and how it is innate to us as human beings, despite the fact that it isn’t well nurtured and supported in our education system. Chase shares the ways in which you can learn to push beyond the noise of society (and yourself) saying what you “should” do, and learn to hear your very own deeper creative calling. We discuss key strategies you can use to intentionally use your creative calling, as well as how to surround yourself with the right people that will support your creativity and goals along with it.Whether you define yourself as a creative and are seeking to expand your career, are curious about how you can get in touch with your creative side in order to expand yourself personally, or even if you don’t think of yourself as having an ounce of creativity (we all do, as you’ll learn), I cannot recommend listening to my conversation with Chase enough. He is an absolute gold mine of information and I know you will love his inspiring, intelligent and creative insights as much as I did.Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?» Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here's What You'll Learn:Chase Jarvis’ take on what creativity really is (it’s refreshingly different than the standard definition)How you can use your own “creative calling” to design your ideal lifeCreativity as a muscle (and how you can exercise it)How to take all of your seemingly unrelated skills and build a careerWhy Chase says no choice or experience was ever a waste (even if you think they were wrong)How our education system is built to prepare us for factories, not creativityHow you can take control of your own education and build the skills you needWhat you can do specifically to find your own “creative calling”Why surrounding yourself with the right people is crucial to your creativity (and success)The networking strategy that Chase recommends to get you in the community of ‘A-players’Useful Resources Mentioned:Creative Calling: Establish a daily practice, infuse your world with meaning, and succeed in work + life - Chase JarvisThe Laws of Creativity - Joey CofoneRANGE: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World - David EpsteinCreative LiveContinue to Listen & LearnHow to Build Your Community, Intuition & Resilience in Order to Succeed as an Artist | with Kristina SnyderWhat Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey CofoneHow to Break Into Any Industry (Without Having Experience) | with Niceole LevyThe Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will StorrSeverance Creator Dan Erickson On Staying True to Your Creative Vision, Becoming An “Overnight Success,” and the Blurred Lines Between Work & LifeCareer & Life Advice from The Office Director & Producer | with Jen CelottaMastering the “Chess Mindset” to Achieve Any Difficult Goal (and Get Really Good at Failing Along the Way) | with Misha TenenbaumMichelle Tesoro (ACE) On Playing Chess With Your Career (Pt1)[BONUS] Mastermind Q&A: How to Successfully Be a “Specialized Generalist” | with Michael AddisNetworking (the Right Way), Mentorship, and Connecting with ‘Experts’ | with Troy Takaki, ACE[CASE STUDY] Landing Your Dream Job Isn’t About “Luck,” It’s About Strategy | with Fabian Corrado & Nick TowleHow to ‘Get In the Room’ and Work with Producers Who Will Value & Respect You | with Matt NixGuest Bio: Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and one of the most influential photographers of the past 20 years. His expansive work ranges from shooting advertising campaigns for companies like Apple, Nike, and Red Bull; to working with athletes like Serena Williams and Tony Hawk, to collaborating with renowned icons like Lady Gaga and Richard Branson. As a fine artist, he’s had solo and group gallery shows in the USA, Europe, and the Middle East. In 2013 Chase contributed to the Pulitzer-Prize winning New York Times story Snowfall, and in 2014 earned an Emmy nomination for his documentary Portrait of a City. He also created Best Camera – the first photo app to share images to social networks, and is the Founder of CreativeLive, where more than 10 million students learn photography, video, design, music and business from the world’s top creators and entrepreneurs which was acquired by Fiverr - a public company listed on the New York Stock Exchange - in 2021. His recent book Creative Calling debuted as an instant National Best Seller.He’s long been an advisor to Fortune 100 brands, and a guest at the White House, the United Nations, the Library of Congress, 10 Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, and the DIFC in Dubai. Chase lives with his wife, Kate, in Seattle, and serves as a volunteer board director for several non-profits.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access to all of the past newsletters in the Case of the Mondays archives, simply visit optimizeyourself.me/mondays.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistKristina Snyder is a former photography agent, photo editor, photographer and travel writer. She's worked in the photo industry as an editor and researcher at magazines like Newsweek, Time and People. Today, Kristina is the founder and CEO of SNYDER, one of the best known and most well-respected artist representation agencies in the world with offices in the US and the UK.Although Kristina’s story clearly ended with success, it began with imposter syndrome, uncertainty, and a long string of failures (just as any other true success story usually does). Kristina shares all the many ways she was able to not only manage the difficult times, but use them for extreme growth. In our conversation today we cover many topics, including surrounding yourself with the right people and trusting your deeper intuition, even if you feel uncertain about where you’re ultimately headed.Whether you’re an artist (in whatever form that may be) that is looking to transition your work into a different genre entirely, struggling to “make it” in your current form, or looking to further expand on the success you have already built, this episode is for you. Kristina's insights come from both an artist's perspective and that of a business owner who connects artists with clients, making our conversation a wealth of knowledge.Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?» Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here's What You'll Learn:The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people in order to succeedThe power of listening to your intuition (and how to do it)How Kristina overcame her impostor syndrome when she was struggling as a freelancerKristina’s view of failure and how she deals with it (and fast!)What SNYDER does and how it helps artists of all kindsLooking to transition your career as an artist? Kristina has some very important advice for you as an agentHow to transition your career but pay your bills in the meantimeHow to stay focused on the “long game” when you’re making a difficult career transitionKristina’s advice for artists when they fail (because failure is inevitable)How you can expand a single opportunity into manyUseful Resources Mentioned:SNYDERMindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph. D.Continue to Listen & LearnMastering the “Chess Mindset” to Achieve Any Difficult Goal (and Get Really Good at Failing Along the Way) | with Misha TenenbaumMichelle Tesoro (ACE) On Playing Chess With Your Career (Pt1)[BONUS] Mastermind Q&A: How to Successfully Be a “Specialized Generalist” | with Michael Addis[CASE STUDY] Landing Your Dream Job Isn’t About “Luck,” It’s About Strategy | with Fabian Corrado & Nick TowleNavigating The ‘Messy Middle’ of Life & Career Transitions | with Melissa CostelloNetworking (the Right Way), Mentorship, and Connecting with ‘Experts’ | with Troy Takaki, ACE[CASE STUDY] Navigating a Difficult Career Transition | with Sam LavinHow to ‘Get In the Room’ and Work with Producers Who Will Value & Respect You | with Matt NixA Former Monk on Managing Overwhelm (and Following Your Intuition) | with Cory MuscaraWhat Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey CofoneGuest Bio: Kristina Snyder As a successful entrepreneur grounded in creativity from an early age, what sets Kristina Snyder apart is her belief in taking risks, parlaying one opportunity into the next and using her innate creative sense in everything she does. Kristina is a former photography agent, photo editor, photographer and travel writer, and has meandered through the creative communities in New York City since she arrived from her native Sweden in the late 80’s. During the day, she worked in the photo industry as an editor and researcher at magazines like Newsweek, Time and People, and in the evenings she was “the girl who schlepped music equipment from CBGB’s at three in the morning” after her husband's gigs.Today, Kristina is the founder and CEO of SNYDER, one of the best known and most well-respected artist representation agencies in the world with offices in the US and the UK. Kristina has used her experience and insight in the field to build a reputation for developing excellence in the illustrators, animators and visual artists that the agency represents. Many of the SNYDER artists are award winners and have been featured as speakers at industry events and festivals. Kristina has won multiple awards for Creative Direction for promotional pieces from Communication Arts.Kristina is in the very beginning stages of writing a book on creativity, incorporating her strong conviction that taking risks is a major part of success, and that you should incorporate creativity into your mindset to get the best outcomes. Her own creativity is derived from her deep connection to nature, and art, books, photography, film and creative writing.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access to all of the past newsletters in the Case of the Mondays archives, simply visit optimizeyourself.me/mondays.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistJoey Cofone is an author as well as the Founder & CEO of Baronfig, a company that makes tools for thinkers. And speaking of thinkers, Joey has brought over 100 different products from zero to launch thanks to his award-winning (literally) design skills. His work as an entrepreneur has been featured in Fast Company, Bloomberg, and Newsweek just to name a select few. But in today’s conversation we’re diving into Joey’s achievement that caught my eye the most: his #1 bestselling book, The Laws of Creativity.In our conversation, we discuss what creativity really is, how it works, and the ways in which anyone can learn these essential concepts and unleash their own creativity (yes, you can LEARN how to be creative). We also talk about all the ways you can maintain your creativity despite living in a society that tends to suppress it, judge it, and overall diminish its importance. Joey also shares with us the backstory on how his obsession with creativity started in 1st grade, and why he’s spent his entire adult life writing his book.Whether you work in a creative industry, are looking to explore creativity outside of work, are already in touch with your creative side, or are looking to explore creativity for the first time, you definitely don’t want to miss this conversation. The concepts Joey shares are practical, actionable, and simple enough you can get started right away.Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?» Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here's What You'll Learn:The classroom experience in 1st grade that triggered Joey’s obsession with creativityNASA's research: 98% of 5 year olds are at the creative genius level…but by adulthood, that number dwindles to 2%. Why is this and what can we do?!Joey didn't create the laws of creativity, he just put a name to itHow anyone can build their ability to be more creative, just like they could with athleticismWhat being “weird” really means (and why it’s a good thing)What creativity really means. HINT: It’s not creating new things…What makes your ideas unique, even if it’s just a bunch of other ideas put togetherHow to maintain your creativity in a world where there will always be someone who thinks your ideas are wrongWhat Joey means when he says he wants to be “Nike for thinkers”What makes Baronfig notebooks so different (and in my opinion incredibly special)Joey puts me in the hot seat to find out what keeps me going and why I HATE the word expertUseful Resources Mentioned:The Laws of CreativityBaronfigNASA conducted a famous study on the creative genius of humansMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. FranklContinue to Listen & LearnHow to Break Into Any Industry (Without Having Experience) | with Niceole LevyThe Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will StorrSeverance Creator Dan Erickson On Staying True to Your Creative Vision, Becoming An “Overnight Success,” and the Blurred Lines Between Work & LifeAll Quiet On the Western Front Writer/Producer Lesley Paterson On Unleashing Your True Creative (and Athletic) PotentialCareer & Life Advice from The Office Director & Producer | with Jen CelottaUsing the Athlete’s Mindset to Hone Your Creativity & Productivity | with Vashi Nedomansky, ACELeveraging Your Skills to Get Hired (When You Don’t Have the Experience) | with Steve Lang, ACE (pt1)How to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-ShaharLegendary Editor Walter Murch On Optimizing Creativity, Productivity, and Well-Being In Hollywood For 50+ YearsMaking It In Hollywood as a “Creative” (What They Don’t Teach You In Film School) | with Norman HollynGuest Bio: Joey Cofone Joey Cofone is the Founder & CEO of Baronfig, an award-winning designer and entrepreneur, and author of the bestselling book, The Laws of Creativity.Joey has designed and art directed over 100 products from zero to launch. His work has been featured in Fast Company, Bloomberg, New York Magazine, Newsweek, Bon Appétit, Quartz, Mashable, Print, and more. Joey was named a New Visual Artist and, separately, Wunderkind designer, by Print magazine. He is also a 1st place winner of the American Institute of Graphic Arts design competition, Command X.Joey strives to make work that appeals to curious minds—work that’s beautiful, smart, and communicative. He believes that design is the least of a designer’s worries, that story is at the heart of all tasks, and jumping off cliffs is the only way to grow.He lives in New York City with his wife, Ariana, and his dog (and writing buddy), Luigi.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access to all of the past newsletters in the Case of the Mondays archives, simply visit optimizeyourself.me/mondays.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistNiceole Levy is a television producer, television and feature writer, and author of The Writers' Room Survival Guide. Niceole has written for shows such as Ironside, Shades of Blue, Cloak and Dagger, S.W.A.T. and The Recruit, just to name a small few. Though we mostly talked about her book today, our conversation unveils ideas and strategies that go beyond the world of writing.Niceole starts by sharing the amazing story of how she forged her non-traditional path to being a writer in Hollywood after beginning as a police dispatcher and baker among many other seemingly unrelated jobs to the industry. But despite her lack of industry experience, Niceole shares with us today the exact ways she was able to reframe her life experiences as relatable skills to the job she was seeking (and even shares her checklist you can use if you’re looking for your own opportunity to break in).Our conversation is as non-traditional as Niceole’s pathway to Hollywood, but I have no doubt you’ll receive even more advice on breaking into the industry (or further climbing your current ladder) because of it. You’ll learn about how and when to place boundaries, how to use Act Structures to succeed in interviews, the unspoken rules of the writing room, and even what to ask yourself if you’re on the verge of giving up. If you find yourself struggling to achieve your break into whatever industry you’re seeking, this episode is for you.Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One?» Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here's What You'll Learn:How Niceole broke into the industry (after being a police dispatcher and a baker?!)Want to break into the industry as a writer? You’ll hear Niceole's recommendation on what to write (and how much)Niceole's checklist that will help you be ready for your own opportunity to be in the writer's roomThe unspoken rules of the writer’s room you need to know (like why you shouldn’t bring new ideas to the table for an established show)Why having a representation is important, but what you can do via networking if you don’t have oneLacking specific job skills for your resume? Here’s how you can reframe your own life experiences as transferable skillsHow to understand the structure of acts and use that to your advantage in your interview (especially for the dreaded prompt, “Tell me about yourself”)How to better determine your own “line in the sand” and understand the proper balance between your boundaries and how much you’re willing to give upWhy it’s equally important to develop the “soft skills” of being a human as it is the hard skills of your jobHow Niceole wrote a book she didn’t even want to write (and why she even did that in the first place)Niceole's one question to her younger self that can also be a game changer for you when you feel like giving upUseful Resources Mentioned:The Writers’ Room Survival Guide by Niceole LevyHollywood Game Plan: How to Land a Job in Film, TV and Digital Entertainment by Carole M. KirschnerContinue to Listen & LearnThe Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will StorrSeverance Creator Dan Erickson On Staying True to Your Creative Vision, Becoming An “Overnight Success,” and the Blurred Lines Between Work & LifeCareer & Life Advice from The Office Director & Producer | with Jen CelottaUsing the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris VoglerHow to ‘Get In the Room’ and Work with Producers Who Will Value & Respect You | with Matt NixLeveraging Your Skills to Get Hired (When You Don’t Have the Experience) | with Steve Lang, ACE (pt1)How to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-ShaharOn the Importance of Building Relationships, Asking Questions, and Never Giving Up | with Andi ArmaganianFrom Scraping Up Cigarette Butts to Editing, Directing, and Producing Emmy-Winning TV Shows | with David RogersHow to Avoid Getting Pigeonholed, The ‘Concentric Circles of Networking’ & More | with Doc Crotzer, ACEWriting Your Own (Unique) Path to the Top | with Wendy CalhounMaking It In Hollywood as a “Creative” (What They Don’t Teach You In Film School) | with Norman HollynGuest Bio: Niceole Levy After growing up near China Lake Naval Weapons Center in the middle of the Mojave Desert, Niceole Levy escaped to the bright lights of Los Angeles. While studying acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, she realized her true love was writing stories, not playing them out. She worked as a police dispatcher to pay her way through USC undergrad and then completed the Master of Professional Writing program, also at USC. An alum of the CBS Writers Mentoring Program, NBC's Writers on the Verge, and the WGAW Showrunner Training Program, Niceole has written on Ironside, Allegiance, The Mysteries of Laura, Shades of Blue, Cloak & Dagger, Fate: the Winx Saga, S.W.A.T, and The Recruit. She also co-wrote a feature, The Banker, with former Allegiance showrunner and director George Nolfi. She is now writing Spark, a film inspired by the life of Claudette Colvin. Niceole is currently a co-executive producer on Empire of Mali, which will air on Netflix, and has several TV and feature projects in development. Her first book, The Writers’ Room Survival Guide, was released in October of 2022.Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access to all of the past newsletters in the Case of the Mondays archives, simply visit optimizeyourself.me/mondays.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/zackarnold/exclusive-content