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FOMO Sapiens with Patrick J. McGinnis

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Jan 21, 2021 • 33min

11. Wondery’s COO on the Future of Podcasts

Podcasting is the next big thing in content and advertising. Did you know that the average podcast aficionado listens to 5-7 podcasts a week? There's currently a gold rush in the podcasting industry, which also means that there is also a lot of FOMO. In this episode, Jen Sargent, COO of Wondery - the acclaimed podcast company recently acquired by Amazon - talks about leaving the entertainment startup that she created and what attracted her to Wondery, a network known for shows like "Dirty John," "Dr. Death," and "Business Wars.”Jen also discusses current trends in podcasting, the possibilities for big and small podcasts alike, and what type of content makes for a great podcast. Listen now to hear more about her journey with Wondery and the vision she has for the network 5-10 years from now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 18, 2021 • 15min

Jan 18: Listener Mail: How to Network in a Pandemic

Join Patrick each Monday to go deeper on all things FOMO Sapiens, including thoughts on last week’s episode, practical advice, current events, and listener mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 14, 2021 • 28min

10. How To Be a Part-Time Entrepreneur

Does entrepreneurship both interest and scare you at the same time?Join Patrick J. McGinnis, investor, and author of "The 10% Entrepreneur: Live Your Startup Dream Without Quitting Your Day Job" to learn how you too can make entrepreneurship right for you. Patrick explains three big trends that are redefining how we think about our careers and entrepreneurship: "One Job is Never Enough," "Entrepreneurship FOMO," and the "Entrepreneurship Myth." He also talks about why it's okay to not want to be a full-time entrepreneur, and what you can do to fulfill your entrepreneurial dreams without giving up your day job. Listen now and become a 10% Entrepreneur today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 11, 2021 • 16min

Jan 11: Meet Super Coffee's Ethicist

Join Patrick each Monday to go deeper on all things FOMO Sapiens, including thoughts on last week’s episode, practical advice, current events, and listener mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 7, 2021 • 35min

9. How the Brothers Behind Super Coffee Put Its Bro Culture on Ice

How did three college-aged brothers launch a coffee start-up and become the fastest-growing food and beverage company in the country? Join Jimmy DeCicco, CEO and oldest brother at Super Coffee, in a journey back to how it all started.Jimmy reveals how the brothers have assumed specific business roles within the company and how they've managed to connect to A-Rod, J-lo, and other celebrities who have invested in their idea.He also speaks about the importance of building an ethical statement to scale your business successfully and the impact that hiring an Ethicist has had on the organization.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jan 4, 2021 • 13min

Jan 4: Welcome to FOMO Sapiens Afterhours

Join Patrick each Monday to go deeper on all things FOMO Sapiens, including thoughts on last week’s episode, practical advice, current events, and listener mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 31, 2020 • 38min

Best of: The Surprising Science Behind Music’s Biggest Hits

Ever wonder how the music industry chooses their next big hit? Join Jacob Fain, Senior Vice President, A&R, and Head of Data & Analytics at Elektra Records as he shares the process for choosing and booking new artists. Jacob goes behind the scenes, explains how it works, and shares his strategy to avoid passing on a song that could be a hit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 24, 2020 • 36min

Best of: Internet Trolls & Crazy Rich Asians: The Insane World of Vintage Watch Collectors

Eric Wind’s love affair with timepieces began when he was given his grandfather’s watch as a young boy. He’s served as VP Senior Specialist at Christie’s auctioning some of the most valuable watches in the world, and written for the New Yorker, Financial Times, HODINKEE, and dozens of other prestigious publications on the high-value, trend-setting world of collector watches. Today, Eric owns Wind Vintage, a company dedicated to offering exceptional watches for sale at all price points and providing advisory services to top vintage watch collectors worldwide. On FOMO Sapiens, Eric talks about the FOMO-inducing culture of high-end collecting, Crazy Rich Asians, and how to collect with sanity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 17, 2020 • 36min

8. Ignoring the Skeptics (and Proving them Wrong) with Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO of Hint

Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO Of Hint, Inc., author of the recent bestselling book Undaunted and self-proclaimed "accidental entrepreneur," shares her journey from corporate big-tech to launching her own mission-driven business.Kara reveals how she overcame her fears, ignored the doubters, and how trusting her gut and staying true to herself allowed her to make the decisions needed to succeed.Join Patrick for the weekly FOMOment to learn six practical tools to help you manifest a business idea!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Dec 10, 2020 • 36min

7. What will work look like in 2021?

Dan Schawbel, a leading authority on workforce trends, opens up about the current pandemic and how it has changed the way we work forever. He speaks about the Hybrid Approach, a model that will allow associates to manage their time while maintaining productivity. He also mentions the critical role technology will play next year and how productivity, results, and meaningful peer-to-peer relationships will be vital for thriving in 2021.Stay put for the FOMOment of the show for Patrick's practical tips on building a home office and maintaining your routine.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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