In this episode, we talk about some key lessons I learned from one of the epic failures of my life. It took many years to process, and if I’m totally honest, still stings from time to time. But that’s the way failures go sometimes, leaving us a in trail of could have, should haves in their wake. There is good news though. They also can be the seeds of future success. We all know that failure is inevitable for anything worth doing. So we cannot let fear of failure stop us from trying. Instead, we can armor ourselves with a few key strategies to plan for success, but learn from failure. Enjoy!

Rainn Wilson is an Emmy-nominated and SAG award-winning actor, writer, and producer best known for his role as 'Dwight Schrute' on NBC's The Office. He co-founded SoulPancake, a digital media company designed to celebrate humanity and champion creativity. Rainn's book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution released on April 25th of this year. In this book, he explores the benefits spirituality gives us in creating solutions for an increasingly challenging world. Rainn can soon be seen in “Rainn Wilson and The Geography of Bliss” a six-part travel docuseries in which he travels around the world to discover the happiest places on Earth. He joins me on this podcast once again to discuss his new book and the spiritual revolution. Highlights from our conversation: The state of faith today and why it's so broken Rainn's personal experiences with faith, family, and anxiety How believing in a higher power can enrich your life Starting conversations about faith, spirituality and belief between people of all ages and upbringings Enjoy!

Recently the community has been asking more behind the scenes of what I'm working on. In this episode, I call up my long time friend and collaborator Christopher Jerard and we dig into a big topic that's been circling around: AI.  We're not AI experts by any strech. Just like everyone else, we're exploring, experimenting, learning what we can do with it, and how it can help. In this episode, come behind the scenes of some of our thoughts and explorations to accelerate time-consuming tasks. We chat about some of our experiements and how our thinking around it is evolving. Christopher Jerard is the Vice President of the Outside Creator Studio, which oversees content marketing, social media, and events for Outside Interactive. He has extensive experience in media and publishing, having previously run a publishing group that produced free ski and snowboard magazines. He also founded the agency Inkwell and was the CEO of ROAM, a venture-backed company.  Highlights from our conversation: The rising popularity of Artificial Intelligence in work How we can use AI to enhance work and productivity in tandem Why expanded access to Machine Learning technology is a good thing The potential risks and downsides of inviting AI into our day-to-day lives Have you been playing around with AI? What do you think? Let us know on social. @chasejarvis @cjroam

In this episode, we explore the art of gathering and its importance in our lives with Priya Parker, facilitator, strategic advisor, and author of "The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters". Priya shares her belief that gathering is a creative act and how the pandemic has impacted the way we gather. We dive into the importance of intention in creating meaningful gatherings and how to be a good guest. Plus, we explore ways to up the value and meaning of gatherings. Whether you're a host or a guest, this episode is sure to inspire you to think about the power of gathering and how you can make your next gathering more intentional and meaningful. Priya Parker is a facilitator, strategic advisor, and author of "The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why it Matters". With 20 years of experience guiding leaders and groups through complicated conversations, Parker brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. She is trained in conflict resolution and lives in Brooklyn with her family. If you're looking to up your gathering game, this episode is for you. Priya shares insights on how to create meaningful gatherings that are both intentional and impactful. We explore the impact of the pandemic on gathering and how we can adapt to this new reality. Priya emphasizes the importance of being a good guest and how to show up fully in a gathering. Plus, we dive into the future of gathering and how we can make our gatherings more meaningful and impactful. Some highlights we explore: The impact of the pandemic on gathering: "When you are not together in the same building, how you actually run your virtual meetings is all you have to shape culture. What you do is what people think this place is." The power of intention in creating meaningful gatherings: "The key to creating a meaningful gathering is to have a clear intention.” She explains how setting an intention can help to create a shared sense of purpose and create a more meaningful experience for everyone involved." How to be a good guest. Priya discusses the importance of being a good guest and how to show up fully in a gathering. She emphasizes the importance of being present, showing gratitude, and participating fully in the experience. The art of creating: Priya emphasizes the importance of creating intentional and meaningful gatherings to create a sense of togetherness and community. The future of gathering: The way we gather is changing, and we discuss the future of gathering and how we can adapt to this new reality. She emphasizes the importance of creating psychological togetherness and mastering the skill of creating collective meaning for people. Enjoy!

In this episode, I’m answering two questions from the community. We cover a lot of ground, including some valuable tips on overcoming fear of approaching potential clients, starting small and building confidence, the changing education model, and being responsible for your own education. We also discuss the future of education and how it's becoming increasingly decentralized. Some topics we dive into: Overcoming fear of approaching potential clients Starting small and building confidence The changing education model Being responsible for your own education Universities training teachers for the future If you have your own questions for me, feel free to text them to me directly at 206-309-5177. Enjoy!

Kevin Kelly is a highly-accomplished writer, most well-known for his role in launching Wired Magazine. In this podcast, we discuss Artificial Intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI and its impact on creative professions. Kevin shares his thoughts on how the technology works, current limitations and how to best utilize it to create meaningful work. Highlights from our conversation:       A rundown of Artificial Intelligence and generative AI       Addressing the current limitations of tools like ChatGPT       Kevin's view of how humans and machines can work together       Why AI isn't going to replace you or your job Enjoy!

Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions, waiting for someone to give you permission to chase your dreams? If so, this episode is for you. The secret to turning pro in any creative career is a thousand tiny imperfect actions. It is the difference between wondering what was possible to experiencing it. In this episode we discuss the importance of acting like a pro before you are one, and how success in your chosen field hinges on your willingness to show up and do the work without approval, permission, or praise. Some points we get into: The importance of taking action and making mistakes Acting like a pro before you are one The value of showing up and doing the work How success is determined by the willingness to take risks and overcome fear The role of intuition in the creative process Enjoy!

Ryan Holiday is a writer and media strategist who can claim Google, TASER, and Complex, as well as prominent bestselling authors including Neil Strauss, Tony Robbins, and Tim Ferriss as his past clients. He has authored ten books, including "The Obstacle Is the Way," "Ego Is the Enemy," and "The Daily Stoic," which have sold millions of copies around the world and been featured in publications such as the New York Times, USA Today, and Forbes. We recently sat down to discuss his latest book, 'The Daily Dad: 366 Meditations on Parenting, Love, and Raising Great Kids', and what it aims to teach parents. Highlights from our conversation: The inspiration and journey behind 'The Daily Dad' How principles of Stoicism can translate into valuable parenting advice The importance of being there for your child, however they need you Using small and attainable daily goals as a pathway to long-lasting self-improvement Enjoy!

Are some people just born creative, or is creativity something that can be learned?  In this episode, we talk about the concept of natural creativity and how to tap into our full creative potential. We discuss the impact of limiting beliefs on our creativity and how to overcome them, including a 4-step process outlined by Tony Robbins. We also explore the importance of surrounding ourselves with supportive people and joining creative communities, and the idea that creativity is a muscle that requires practice. Some highlights: The George Land creativity test and its implications The impact of limiting beliefs on creativity Strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs and tapping into our full creative potential Enjoy!

In this digital era, most of us hold the dial to our pleasure neural pathway in the palm of our hands. We can easily increase the amount of pleasure we seek and soak in. For some, this leads to clinical addiction. We need to know how to fight addiction and take control of balanced living. My guest today, Anna Lembke, MD is an internationally recognized leader in addiction medicine treatment and education. She’s helping us to open our eyes when it comes to the imbalances created during our constant pursuit of pleasure and its true potential for pain. Anna Lembke, MD is professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine. She is also the chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Anna is a clinician scholar and author of more than a hundred peer-reviewed publications. Her 2016 book “Drug Dealer, MD - How Doctors Were Duped, Patients Got Hooked and Why It’s So Hard to Stop” was highlighted in the New York Times as one of the top 5 books to read to understand the opioid epidemic. She’s been featured in the Netflix documentary “The Social Dilemma”. Her latest book that we’ll talk about in this podcast, is called “Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence”. Highlights from our discussion: - The Plenty Paradox (1:50) - Understanding Addiction (5:12) - The Dark Side of Technology (9:30) - Cultivating Healthy Relationships with Digital Devices (35:00) - Hopeful Solutions for Navigating Addiction (59:00) Enjoy!