The Art of Accomplishment
Joe Hudson and Brett Kistler
Applied self-exploration. The Art of Accomplishment reflects a unique way of relating in business, personal and internal life that leads to more connection and satisfying relationships, awakening your ability to create the life you want with ease and joy. Joe Hudson, a coach sought after by the world’s top companies and performers, partners with wingsuit-flying adventurer and entrepreneur Brett Kistler to examine practical tools for self-exploration that you can readily apply to meaningfully transform your life. Hear Joe and Brett conduct powerful coaching sessions and unpack epiphanies with business leaders, world-class performers, and a community dedicated to self-discovery.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 38min
Overcoming Procrastination (Coaching Session Breakdown)
Dive into a candid coaching session unraveling the complex web of procrastination. The hosts discuss how self-narratives and perfectionism can trap high performers. They explore the emotional roots of this freezing behavior and its ties to self-worth and identity. Insightful ideas emerge on overcoming the fear of success versus failure. Plus, practical experiments encourage reframing procrastination into a more playful and enjoyable process. Discover how to break free from self-imposed pressures and reclaim your productivity!
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Nov 7, 2025 • 50min
A Company Culture That Moves At The Pace of AI
In this engaging discussion, Johannes Landgraf, CEO of Ona, shares insights on transforming company culture amidst the rapid pace of AI. With a background in product strategy and organizational change, he reveals how embracing vulnerability and transparency can foster trust. Johannes emphasizes the importance of emotional clarity in leadership, the value of conflict for alignment, and how iterative operating principles empower employees. He also explains the benefits of personal growth within the company environment, ultimately driving innovation and collaboration.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 34min
What To Do About Imposter Syndrome
High achievers often grapple with feeling like frauds, a phenomenon known as imposter syndrome. The hosts discuss how shame and conditional love from childhood can fuel these feelings. They emphasize that vulnerability can help dissolve doubt and foster connection. Leadership should involve admitting uncertainty rather than faking confidence. Practical steps, like embracing one's authentic self and practicing open-hearted service, offer ways to combat these impostor tendencies. The discussion highlights how overcoming these challenges can enhance leadership and creativity.
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Oct 10, 2025 • 34min
Leadership Is For Everyone
Leadership isn't just a title; it's a way of being that emerges in every choice we make. The importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness shapes effective leadership, while the First Follower effect highlights how early supporters build momentum. They explore barriers to claiming leadership roles, such as fear and blame, and discuss decentralized leadership's organizational benefits. Small, everyday acts of leadership are showcased, along with the balance of love and authority, reminding us that everyone has the potential to lead.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 32min
How to End Procrastination Now
Brett and Joe delve into the depths of procrastination, exploring its roots in self-judgment and emotional avoidance. They discuss how procrastination can sometimes be a signal for misaligned priorities and how reframing external judgment can aid productivity. The duo emphasizes the importance of play and iteration for overcoming perfectionism, while also sharing practical experiments to shift mindsets. Understanding procrastination as an emotional struggle rather than a time management issue reveals pathways to authentic productivity.
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Sep 12, 2025 • 34min
Why You Never Have Enough Time
Explore why over 80% of Americans feel time-starved despite technological advancements. The discussion uncovers the emotional roots of time scarcity, emphasizing the power of presence and emotional awareness. Learn how mindfulness and movement can shift our experience of time and reduce overwhelm. Dive into the paradox of feeling busier yet craving presence in high-stress situations, revealing insights on balancing tasks with reflection. Discover practical strategies to achieve flow states, ultimately enhancing well-being.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 32min
How to Break Free from Loneliness
Explore the alarming rise of loneliness and its health impacts, likened to smoking. Discover the differences between loneliness and solitude, and how shame influences our feelings. Learn how childhood experiences shape attachment styles and contribute to isolation. The conversation highlights the necessity of intentional community connections and rituals for genuine relationships. Practical insights guide listeners through experiments to foster self-connection and meaningful bonds with others, encouraging a path from profound isolation to authentic engagement.
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Aug 15, 2025 • 27min
What To Do About Stage Fright
Tara Howley and Janine Parziale tackle the anxiety of stage fright, turning it into a tool for energy and joy. They explore how to reframe fear as excitement and share body-based techniques to release tension. Practical strategies, from nutrition to mindset, help prepare for performances. The discussion emphasizes the beauty of embracing mistakes; they enhance authenticity and foster connection with the audience. Ultimately, chaos and imperfection become allies in creativity, making stage fright a surprising gift.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 33min
How To Get Unstuck
Discover the roots of feeling stuck, often tied to childhood experiences. Explore how emotional entrapment shapes our adult lives, linking stuckness to fear and anger. Learn practical strategies to process emotions and overcome blockages through actionable steps. The discussion emphasizes the importance of expressing anger constructively and confronting fears to promote healing. Understand the subjective nature of stuckness and gain insights into pathways that can lead to personal freedom and growth.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 38min
What It’s Like To Live Your Purpose
Jerry Colonna, CEO of Reboot.io and author of "Re-Boot," teams up with Steve Schlafman, a professional transition coach, to dive into living authentically and embracing one's purpose. They discuss navigating uncertainty with clarity, the power of grief as a transformative experience, and the difference between transactional and transformative coaching. Personal anecdotes illuminate the journey of self-discovery, while the parable of talents serves as a reminder to actively share our abilities. Their insights highlight the importance of trust, authenticity, and collective purpose in our wellness journeys.
