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**The Zack Arnold Podcast**

If you want to make things that matter, I want to help you. And if you've built your entire career around your creativity, you too may be asking: ***Is there a future for us? Or is it game over?*** I don't know what the future holds, but I do promise few are more dedicated to helping us find the answers than I am.

**You're in the right place if:**

**You live to create.** Your work isn't just a job but an expression of who you are.

**You create to live.** Your livelihood depends on your creativity.

**You love making cool shit.**

Whether you identify as introverted or neurodivergent (or both, like me)…

No matter if you're a misfit, a rebel, an outlier, or a troublemaker…

If you've been called weird, nerdy, dorky, quirky, or awkward…

Or if you’re an over-thinker, procrastinator, or perfectionist…

You are welcome here. 😊

Come join me as I have honest, authentic, and candid conversations with NYT bestselling authors, Oscar and Emmy winners, experts across many different industries, and ordinary humans achieving extraordinary things.

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lesley-paterson-bio — **All Quiet On the Western Front Writer/Producer Lesley Paterson On Unleashing Your True Creative (and Athletic) Potential** Feb 28, 2023
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“I truly am the athlete I am because I’m an artist and the artist I am because I’m an athlete.”
– Lesley Paterson
**Lesley Paterson** is professional triathlete, triathlon coach, as well as a screenwriter and film producer. What’s even more impressive than her unique set of skills, is the fact that she does them all on a highly successful level. While the combination might sound odd to everyone else, Lesley states that the skills necessary to excel as both an athlete and creative are far more similar than people might expect.
In our conversation together, Lesley shares both how and why she competed in triathlons as a professional athlete to raise funds for optioning the rights to ***All Quiet on the Western Front***, adapting the material then getting it off the ground. She dives deep into the mindsets she used to not only win races, but do so despite sometimes extreme setbacks (like the time she won a race with a broken shoulder). She shares the deeper lessons these situations taught her about how to always find a way to move forward instead of giving up, and how you can apply that mindset to any situation in life.
No matter what career field you are in (and no matter where you are on that ladder), if you ever find yourself struggling to reach your next goal, my conversation with Lesley is a must. The advice she has to share with you about how to push through any obstacle between you and your own finish line is as inspiring as her own incredible story, and I can’t wait for you to listen.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
How Lesley succeeded as both an athlete and a creative despite the fact everyone told her she had to choose one
How Lesley’s athletic mindset fueled her creativity (and visa versa)
How a broken shoulder didn't stop Lesley from winning a triathlon
Why you should stop focusing on excellence (and what you should be focused on instead)
The science behind breaking down big goals into small chunks - and how to use that technique in both sports and beyond
The importance of having confidence in who you really are and creating a process that works for you
The importance of setting up rewards for yourself on your path to reach your goals
Why working through your weaknesses by focusing on your strengths is a combination for success
How to navigate through failure and find your reason to keep going - no matter how many setbacks you’ve encountered
The right way to “fake it til you make it” - and the science that backs it up

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**All Quiet on the Western Front**
**How a world champion triathlete earned an Oscar nomination**
**The Brave Athlete: Calm the F*ck Down and Rise to the Occasion**
**Atomic Habits by James Clear**
**The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg**
**Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph. D.**
**Braveheart Coaching**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**How to Develop ‘Obstacle Immunity’ | with Spartan Race founder Joe de Sena**
**Defining Your Purpose and Living Large | with Tony Horton**
**Winning at The Ultimate Game of Life | with Jim Bunch**
**FOCUS: The Superpower of the 21st Century | with Cal Newport**
**How to Accomplish Your ‘One Thing’ Every Day | with Jay Papasan**
**Mastering The Mental Game of Focus | with Kevin Bull, ANW**
**How Tiny Changes Can Create Remarkable Results | with James Clear**
**The Difference Between ‘Amateurs’ and ‘Professionals’ | with Allon Khakshouri**
**[CASE STUDY] How to Identify Your “One Thing” and Accomplish It Every Day | Mastermind Q&A**
**Breaking Down Impossible Obstacles to Make (Almost) Anything Achievable | with Jessie Graff, ANW**
**Using the Athlete’s Mindset to Hone Your Creativity & Productivity | with Vashi Nedomansky, ACE**
**Guest Bio:**
Lesley Paterson
**Lesley Paterson** is a world champion professional triathlete and endurance coach. Growing up in Scotland, Lesley was the only girl who played rugby on an all-boys, national champion team. At age 14, Lesley started competing in running and triathlon events and went on to become a national champion in cross country, and an international triathlete. Lesley is now a 5-time world champion in off-road triathlon (XTERRA and ITU), an Ironman triathlon champion, and professional mountain biker. She is co-founder of Braveheart Coaching, a triathlon coaching company based in San Diego, CA.
At the same time as being a sports billy, Lesley also studied her undergraduate in Drama at Loughborough University and then her Masters degree in Theater and Film at SDSU in California. After acting in 15 independent film and realizing that this was not her forte, she then went on to produce her first feature film - a low $10,000 mockumentary shot in 27 locations across 7 days with over 100 extras. Having always loved storytelling, she turned to writing when meeting her then creative partner Ian Stokell. Together they embarked on the journey of optioning the rights to *All Quiet on the Western Front*, adapting the material and getting it off the ground. 16 years and $200,000 of her own money later, the film premiered at TIFF in 2022. Lesley now writes and produces exclusively with her husband Simon Marshall who she realized was her partner in crime when he helped with the script on All Quiet. Now they have 8 different projects in various forms of development and are excited to take the biz by storm.
**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).

Connect on Facebook — **All Quiet On the Western Front Writer/Producer Lesley Paterson On Unleashing Your True Creative (and Athletic) Potential** Feb 28, 2023
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“I truly am the athlete I am because I’m an artist and the artist I am because I’m an athlete.”
– Lesley Paterson
**Lesley Paterson** is professional triathlete, triathlon coach, as well as a screenwriter and film producer. What’s even more impressive than her unique set of skills, is the fact that she does them all on a highly successful level. While the combination might sound odd to everyone else, Lesley states that the skills necessary to excel as both an athlete and creative are far more similar than people might expect.
In our conversation together, Lesley shares both how and why she competed in triathlons as a professional athlete to raise funds for optioning the rights to ***All Quiet on the Western Front***, adapting the material then getting it off the ground. She dives deep into the mindsets she used to not only win races, but do so despite sometimes extreme setbacks (like the time she won a race with a broken shoulder). She shares the deeper lessons these situations taught her about how to always find a way to move forward instead of giving up, and how you can apply that mindset to any situation in life.
No matter what career field you are in (and no matter where you are on that ladder), if you ever find yourself struggling to reach your next goal, my conversation with Lesley is a must. The advice she has to share with you about how to push through any obstacle between you and your own finish line is as inspiring as her own incredible story, and I can’t wait for you to listen.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
How Lesley succeeded as both an athlete and a creative despite the fact everyone told her she had to choose one
How Lesley’s athletic mindset fueled her creativity (and visa versa)
How a broken shoulder didn't stop Lesley from winning a triathlon
Why you should stop focusing on excellence (and what you should be focused on instead)
The science behind breaking down big goals into small chunks - and how to use that technique in both sports and beyond
The importance of having confidence in who you really are and creating a process that works for you
The importance of setting up rewards for yourself on your path to reach your goals
Why working through your weaknesses by focusing on your strengths is a combination for success
How to navigate through failure and find your reason to keep going - no matter how many setbacks you’ve encountered
The right way to “fake it til you make it” - and the science that backs it up

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**All Quiet on the Western Front**
**How a world champion triathlete earned an Oscar nomination**
**The Brave Athlete: Calm the F*ck Down and Rise to the Occasion**
**Atomic Habits by James Clear**
**The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg**
**Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph. D.**
**Braveheart Coaching**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**How to Develop ‘Obstacle Immunity’ | with Spartan Race founder Joe de Sena**
**Defining Your Purpose and Living Large | with Tony Horton**
**Winning at The Ultimate Game of Life | with Jim Bunch**
**FOCUS: The Superpower of the 21st Century | with Cal Newport**
**How to Accomplish Your ‘One Thing’ Every Day | with Jay Papasan**
**Mastering The Mental Game of Focus | with Kevin Bull, ANW**
**How Tiny Changes Can Create Remarkable Results | with James Clear**
**The Difference Between ‘Amateurs’ and ‘Professionals’ | with Allon Khakshouri**
**[CASE STUDY] How to Identify Your “One Thing” and Accomplish It Every Day | Mastermind Q&A**
**Breaking Down Impossible Obstacles to Make (Almost) Anything Achievable | with Jessie Graff, ANW**
**Using the Athlete’s Mindset to Hone Your Creativity & Productivity | with Vashi Nedomansky, ACE**
**Guest Bio:**
Lesley Paterson
**Lesley Paterson** is a world champion professional triathlete and endurance coach. Growing up in Scotland, Lesley was the only girl who played rugby on an all-boys, national champion team. At age 14, Lesley started competing in running and triathlon events and went on to become a national champion in cross country, and an international triathlete. Lesley is now a 5-time world champion in off-road triathlon (XTERRA and ITU), an Ironman triathlon champion, and professional mountain biker. She is co-founder of Braveheart Coaching, a triathlon coaching company based in San Diego, CA.
At the same time as being a sports billy, Lesley also studied her undergraduate in Drama at Loughborough University and then her Masters degree in Theater and Film at SDSU in California. After acting in 15 independent film and realizing that this was not her forte, she then went on to produce her first feature film - a low $10,000 mockumentary shot in 27 locations across 7 days with over 100 extras. Having always loved storytelling, she turned to writing when meeting her then creative partner Ian Stokell. Together they embarked on the journey of optioning the rights to *All Quiet on the Western Front*, adapting the material and getting it off the ground. 16 years and $200,000 of her own money later, the film premiered at TIFF in 2022. Lesley now writes and produces exclusively with her husband Simon Marshall who she realized was her partner in crime when he helped with the script on All Quiet. Now they have 8 different projects in various forms of development and are excited to take the biz by storm.
**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).

marc-wielage-bio — **Life After 3 Heart Attacks in 24 Hours | with Marc Wielage** Feb 21, 2023
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Colorist **Marc Wielage** exercised 3-4 days a week, had a 32″ waist, and was told by all his colleagues and friends that he was “the healthiest person I know” for being age 60. Yet despite seemingly doing everything right, in the span of 24 hours Marc endured 3 heart attacks. Marc was as puzzled as everyone else, until he dug deeper and uncovered the painfully clear cause.
When Marc wasn’t living an active and healthy lifestyle, he was living a sedentary and brutally stressful lifestyle in his office chair. As Marc learned the hard way, there is no amount of exercise that can counteract the stress of long hours and harsh deadlines. After making several immediate changes to his lifestyle, Marc is here to share those with you so that you can set yourself for a healthy future.
In our conversation together, Marc talks in detail about the lifestyle choices that caused his heart attacks, as well as the specific changes he has made now in order to prevent future health problems. His advice is simple, clear, and practical enough that you can get started today. If you sit for at least 6 hours a day, you’re going to want to listen to this episode.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
Marc’s background as a colorist and the ways he’s seen the industry change
How Marc could workout 60-90 minutes, 3 days per week and STILL be unhealthy
How Marc’s sedentary, workaholic lifestyle contributed to his silent health problems
Why exercise isn’t enough to combat a mostly sedentary lifestyle in your office chair
How Marc used to consider a 10-12 hour marathon color session (with no breaks) a badge of honor
A poor man’s “speedball” — Marc’s crazy caffeine and sugar intake before his heart attack
The changes Marc would have made 20 years ago that would have prevented his heart attacks
Work smarter, not harder–it’s not about how many hours you sit in the chair, it’s about the quality of your work
Why taking breaks and walking more could literally be the difference between life or death
How to get started finding balance between your work life, personal life and your health
Continue to Listen & Learn
**Dear Hollywood...We Create Entertainment For a Living. We’re Not Curing Cancer.**
**Dear Hollywood: We Don’t Want to “Go Back to Normal." Normal Wasn’t Working.**
**How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age (And Become Badass) | with Scott Morgan**
**The Top 10 (Healthy) Must-haves For Any Editing Gig**
**Let’s Stop Talking About “Productivity” and Start Talking About Balance | with Mike Vardy**
**Guest Bio:**
Marc Wielage
**Marc Wielage** has been a digital colorist in Hollywood for more than 30 years, working for Complete Post, Technicolor, Modern Videofilm, and numerous other post-production houses. His hobbies include film & TV history, music, and fiction. Wielage has a been a Macintosh user since 1985 and has fought valiantly with a variety of computers and operating systems since 1980. In addition to working as a colorist, he also has written for several dozen magazines as West coast editor and contributing editor, including Video Review, Consumers Digest, High Fidelity, and many others.
**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).

nick-harauz-bio — **Why the “All or Nothing” Approach Will End Up Getting You Nowhere | with Nick Harauz** Feb 14, 2023
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**Nick Harauz** is a certified Adobe, Avid, and FCP trainer as well as author of the book, “Finding Creativity in Uncertain Times.” Nick’s vast knowledge of the post-production process started when he was an editor and motion graphics artist for domestic and international clients. Needless to say, Nick wears a lot of hats. And he wears them all really well.
Beyond his vast career, Nick places equal curiosity and ambition towards his health. In today’s episode, Nick and I are going to discuss his personal and somewhat experimental health journey which includes everything from small goals over a long period of time, to “all or nothing” mindsets. You’ll learn not only what has worked best for Nick, but how you can apply his favorite key concepts to your own lifestyle.
If you’ve hit a point in your life (or can feel that moment rapidly approaching) where you’re aware you need to change your lifestyle but just aren’t sure how to get there, this episode is for you. Nick’s story is incredibly inspirational and packed with simple advice you can start using today.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
Why “all or nothing” thinking is the fastest way to burnout, not success
What it means to use “safe holes” in order to maintain your health in post production
How Nick maintained a healthy lifestyle after undertaking an unsustainable diet and workout schedule
How to develop a permanent healthy lifestyle instead of constantly chasing the next diet phase
The detailed ways in which different foods affect your physiology
Simple morning habits you can implement that will drastically improve your day
Techniques you can use to be more positive (while not denying reality)
Nick’s simple and clear tips he uses for staying healthy while working a sedentary job
Why organizing buys you time (and brain power)
How you can build routines that maximize your efficiency and overall happiness
Continue to Listen & Learn
**The Zen-like Art of 'Getting Things Done' | with David Allen**
**Redefining What It Means to Be “Productive” (and Aligning Your Values With Your Time) | with Tamara Torres**
**How to Use 'Intuitive Eating' To Change Your Relationship With Food | with Melissa Costello**
**Everything You Need to Know About Food Shopping, Nutrition, and More | with Mira and Jayson Calton**
**Guest Bio:**
**Nick Harauz** is the Director of Product Marketing, Continuum at Boris FX. He has over seventeen years of experience as an Adobe, Avid, and FCP certified trainer.
Harauz is regarded within the post-production community for his deep knowledge of host applications mixed with a relatability that keeps students engaged. He is a regular guest speaker at Adobe MAX, has written a book on Apple Motion 5, and is currently writing his second book entitled *Finding Creativity in Uncertain Times.*
In addition to his training expertise, Harauz has worked as an editor and motion graphics artist for domestic and international clients, including Proctor and Gamble, Virgin Mobile, and Blackberry. He has also directed and filmed noted celebrities including Lady Gaga and Richard Branson and co-edited the feature documentary *My Father and the Man in Black the untold story of Johnny Cash*.
**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).

jeff-greenberg-bio — **How to Maintain Health No Matter How “Busy” You Are | with Jeff Greenberg** Feb 07, 2023
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**Jeff Greenberg** is an Educator, Editor, Colorist, Author, and Post Consultant who helps smart people become smarter. He's worked with Avid, Adobe, Apple, and Blackmagic, as well as teaching other editors, sports teams, government agencies, and both small & large corporations. But in Jeff’s words, his biggest joy is “teaching something so cool it makes you cry.”
While we could easily discuss how Jeff manages his undoubtedly busy work schedule (and a family), today’s conversation goes one step deeper. We’re talking about how Jeff was able to balance a busy personal and professional life while adding in a health and fitness journey that led to him losing - and keeping off - over 70 pounds. As you’ll hear in this conversation, both Jeff’s methods and mindset have one very refreshing thing in common: *simplicity*
Whether you find yourself reaching fitness goals only to fall back into old patterns when your schedule becomes overwhelming, you find yourself pushing through the “busy-ness” only to reach fitness burnout, or you can’t even seem to find the spare time to *get started* focusing on your health, this conversation is for you. Jeff breaks down simple, specific, and sustainable methods you can use to make lasting changes to your health and overall life.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
The one simple focus that led to Jeff’s significant weight loss.
Why small goals leads to massive (and more importantly, sustainable) results
How you can build a workout routine that you remain interested in (and why mine involves nunchucks)
The unexpected way that sleep affects your dietary choices
The secret behind Jeff’s consistency (HINT: it’s not accountability)
The dark side of healthy habits and over-training prevention
How to maintain a positive relationship with the scale (and all other methods of tracking your numbers)
The difference between positively and negatively using data to track your fitness
Why rest periods (even for weeks at a time) are the secret to making you stronger
What boredom does to your brain - and why you need it

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**LMNT electrolyte drink mix**
**Nuun electrolyte tablets**
**Happy Scale app**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**Getting 1% Better Every Single Day | with Westley Silvestri, ANW**
**How Tiny Changes Can Create Remarkable Results | with James Clear**
**How to Use 'Intuitive Eating' To Change Your Relationship With Food | with Melissa Costello**
**Everything You Need to Know About Food Shopping, Nutrition, and More | with Mira and Jayson Calton**
**How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age (And Become Badass) | with Scott Morgan**
**Guest Bio:**
Jeff Greenberg
**Jeff Greenberg** loves the tools of film making craft, whether it's Avid, Adobe, Apple, or BlackMagic.
He teaches them to other editors, to sports teams, three-letter government agencies, large/small corporations, and sometimes those people with the gold statues. His biggest joy is teaching something so cool it makes you cry.
As a consultant, he helps smart people become smarter.
**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).

jen-celotta-bio — **Career & Life Advice from The Office Director & Producer | with Jen Celotta** Jan 31, 2023
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**Jen Celotta** is a writer, director, and producer for both television and most recently an animated feature. Her three most notable credits include *The Office*, *Cobra Kai*, and *Abbot Elementary*, but ask Jen and she will tell you the highlight of her career was when she got to fulfill her lifetime dream of playing a Schrute in *The Office*.
While Jen’s highly successful career is clearly impressive, what I find even more admirable is the fact that she has achieved it all while remaining kind, open-minded, team-oriented, and passionate. Being that both Jen and myself are creatives with ADD, it's fair to say this conversation will cover a massive range of topics including: following your passion (or not), how to fail forwards, why you should never “fake it til you make it”, and what specific quality will set you (and your career) up for success.
Jen is one of those people that has seemingly endless entertaining stories, and today you will hear several. But as a brilliant writer - and therefore storyteller - each story has a deeper lesson, meaning, and message that will add knowledge and inspiration to your life as you aspire to reach your own creative success. I absolutely loved the overall enthusiasm and inspiration of this interview, and know you will too.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
Should you really follow your passion in life? Or is doing what you love better reserved for the weekends…
The difference between offensive and defensive decision making (and which one accelerates your success)
What specific crew dynamics make an award-winning television series
Why the saying “how you do anything is how you do everything” matters so much to understanding your path towards success
Why you should shoot for the stars…but also keep your goals as small as possible
The thing that matters more than your job (especially in the beginning of your career)
Don’t “fake it ‘til you make it”. Do this instead…
The real secret to enjoying your career
Why admitting you’re wrong will put you on the fast track towards success
The one tool Jen uses that allows her ADD to be her absolute superpower
Continue to Listen & Learn
**Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression with Dr. Edison de Mello**
**Making It In Hollywood as a "Creative" (What They Don't Teach You In Film School) | with Norman Hollyn**
**On the Vital Importance of "Being Nice" | with Jesse Averna, ACE**
**How Having a ‘Side Hustle’ Buys You the Freedom to Say ‘No’ | with Alex Ferrari**
**Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace | with Simon Smith, ACE**
**Guest Bio:**
Jen Celotta
**Jen Celotta** is a writer/director whose TV writing credits include The Office, The Newsroom and Andy Richter Controls the Universe. She recently directed episodes of Abbott Elementary and Cobra Kai as well as episodes of The Office, People of Earth and Trial and Error. She has done joke passes for movies including Bridesmaids and Spy. She is currently working on her first animated movie. The highlight of her career, however, was playing a Schrute in the series finale of The Office.
**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).

chris-vogler-bio — **Using the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris Vogler** Jan 24, 2023
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**Chris Vogler** is the author of "The Writer's Journey”, a wildly popular (and flat out must-read) guidebook to mythic structure for storytellers. Beyond being a successful author, Chris is also a Hollywood story consultant who has worked with multiple studios, including a long stint with Disney, where he heavily influenced the projects *The Lion King, Hercules*, and *Aladdin* to name a small few. Throughout his career Chris has reviewed and provided coverage for over 20,000 scripts (you read that correctly).
In our conversation, Chris effortlessly breaks down the stages of Joseph Campbell’s *Hero’s Journey* into simple, accessible principles that you can use to write your own story (both literally and figuratively). Beyond Chris’ detailed explanation of how you can write more captivating stories - and select the perfect characters your audience will adore - we dive deep into how you can use the principles of the Hero’s Journey to both understand and change the story of your own life.
Whether you’re interested in learning how to apply the Hero’s Journey to your own work, or if you’re looking for ways to better understand (and rewrite) your own personal story, this conversation is for you. I absolutely loved this interview and have no doubt you will find Chris’ breakdown of the Hero’s Journey as mesmerizing and entertaining as I did.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
A SIMPLE break down of each principle in the Hero’s Journey
How you can identify the exact stage of the Hero’s Journey you are at in your own life
The importance of trusting the path of our own life story, especially when you feel overwhelmed by the unknown
Why understanding the Hero’s Journey can help you better understand your own story (and even allow you to rewrite it)
How plagiarism led to Chris working on the Lion King…
How to simplify the writing process by leaning into the formula rather than relying on creative “magic”
The specific ways you can captivate your audience as a storyteller using the Hero’s Journey
Understanding the deeper aspects of the mentor and mentee relationship (and why Chris says the mentor needs the relationship just as much as the mentee)
How our own desire for transformation fuels our passion for stories (and how your writing can benefit from this fact)
How to select the perfect characters for your story as a storyteller
The special way Chris views the Hero’s Journey (that absolutely blew my mind)
How to move forward in your story even when you are afraid

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**The Writer’s Journey by Chris Vogler**
**Joseph Campbell**
**Memo from the Story Department: Secrets of Structure and Character**
**Chris Vogler's Writer's Journey Blog**
**Christopher Vogler Hero's Journey: What is a Scene?**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**Making It In Hollywood as a "Creative" (What They Don't Teach You In Film School) | with Norman Hollyn**
**Overcoming a Dark Past (and Managing the Voices In Your Head) to Become Successful In Hollywood | with Christopher Titus**
**Leveling Up Your Ability to Tell More Engaging Stories using EditMentor | with Misha Tenenbaum**
**Chasing After the Next Gig vs. Building Your Career | with Kabir Ahktar, ACE**
**Episode Transcript**
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**Guest Bio:**
Chris Vogler
**Chris Vogler** has had a long career as a Hollywood story consultant and executive, but is probably best known as the author of "The Writer's Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers", a popular guide to the Hero's Journey concept that has deeply influenced storytelling in Hollywood and publishing. Now in print for over 25 years, the book is a standard text in screenwriting programs and has been translated into fifteen languages. His model of the Hero's Journey, inspired by the work of mythologist Joseph Campbell, was developed during his years as a story analyst at Disney, Fox and Paramount, where he reviewed thousands of screenplays, novels and comic books and built up an encyclopedic knowledge of story in all its forms. His myth-inspired ideas found their way into Disney's THE LION KING, HERCULES, ALADDIN and other animated features. His book, The Writer's Journey, began as a seven-page memo that he circulated among Disney executives and that soon became part of Hollywood's collective story knowledge. He now travels the world speaking about the Hero's Journey and conducting workshops for writers and people from many walks of life who are finding his ideas useful.
**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).

matt-allen-bio — **[CASE STUDY] How to Make Your Dream Project a Reality | with Matt Allen and Matthew Gentile** Jan 19, 2023
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Today I have not one, but *two* guests - **Matt Allen** and **Matthew Gentile**. Matt, a former student of the Optimizer program, is a Los Angeles based editor, filmmaker and recipient of the American Cinema Editor's prestigious Eric Zumbrunnen Fellowship. Matt recently edited his first feature film AMERICAN MURDERER, which was written and directed by my second guest, Matthew. Matthew is an award-winning filmmaker who holds a passion for true-crime, action, and thriller genres.
In today’s conversation, Matt, Matthew and I dive deep into the key mindsets necessary to create your own independent film successfully. Whether you are a starter or a finisher (as Matt and Matthew call their roles), this conversation is packed with practical tools you can adopt and apply to your journey of making your film idea (or any other creative idea or project you might have) a reality. As both Matt and Matthew share here, so much of your potential success comes down to your mindset as well as your ability to do proper cold outreach.
Matt shares the exact processes he continues to use from the Optimizer program that have led to so much of his success (and Matthew shares why he originally made fun of the Optimizer cold outreach formula…and also why he now is a big fan of using it). As we discuss in our conversation, there is a huge rise in the number of people making films for the first time right now. If you’re the kind of person who wants to join in on the fun, this conversation is the perfect place to start.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
The two specific factors that mark the difference between making a multi-million dollar box office hit and an independent film (that have nothing to do with funding)
Why more people are making films now for the first time and why that’s beneficial to everyone
Putting together a film crew for the first time? Look for this one specific trait in people (it has nothing to do with experience)
The one thing you can do to maintain a positive mindset and reach your goals amidst ANY obstacle that appears
The number one quality you need to have if you want to become successful in any leadership position
The key elements of the Optimize Yourself program that Matt used in the real world that directly led him to success
How cold outreach (when done in the proper ways we discuss) is the key to connecting and building relationships with experts in your industry
The one thing you can do in your cold outreach emails that will *drastically* increase your response rate
Why Matthew originally made fun of the Optimize Yourself cold outreach formula…and why he now uses it so often
What it means to “tell your story” and how that is the secret to working with experts

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**AMERICAN MURDERER on Amazon**
**AMERICAN MURDERER on iTunes**
**Post Perspective**
**Los Angeles Post Production Group - Previs on an Indie Budget**
**Avid Rough Cut Podcast**
**No Film School Podcast**
**CinemaMontage Magazine**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**[CASE STUDY] Why People Don't Respond to Your Cold Outreach (and How to Get a Response) | with Scott Davis**
**Chasing After the Next Gig vs. Building Your Career | with Kabir Ahktar, ACE**
**Why Writing Cold Emails Is the Most Important ‘Soft Skill’ You Must Master (Especially If You’re An Introvert) (zackarnold.com)**
**The 5 Most Common Mistakes You're Making With Your Cold Emails (and How to Fix Them) (zackarnold.com)**
**Ramit Sethi on Forging The Path Towards Your Own ‘Rich Life’**
**Stop Waiting For Permission to Make Sh*t Happen | with Mark Gantt**
**Guest Bio:**
Matt Allen
**Matt Allen** is a Los Angeles based filmmaker and recipient of the American Cinema Editor's prestigious Eric Zumbrunnen Fellowship. Matt recently edited his first feature film AMERICAN MURDERER (starring Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe and Jacki Weaver). He also served as the film's pre-vis editor, music editor and score producer. Matt began his movie journey in the studio offices of CBS Films and Voltage Pictures. After falling in love with the process of film editing, Matt began working as an assistant editor. Some of his credits include Hollywood Feature films Disney's Christopher Robin, A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks, Bloodshot starring Vin Diesel, and Sweet Girl starring Jason Momoa. Matt holds an MFA in film editing from the American Film Institute and is an Associate Member of American Cinema Editors.
**Guest Bio:**
Matthew Gentile
**Matthew Gentile** is an award-winning filmmaker. His narrative feature debut, AMERICAN MURDERER, stars Emmy-nominee Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, Oscar nominee Jacki Weaver, Shantel VanSanten, Moises Arias, Paul Schneider, and Kevin Corrigan. A graduate of the prestigious directing program at the AFI Conservatory, Matthew’s thesis film FRONTMAN won the Student Emmy for Best Directing and his second thesis LAWMAN played over 100 festivals worldwide and won the Dolby + Vizio Vision Award at AFI Fest. Currently, Matthew is prepping his second feature, a thriller/noir titled THE SOCIALITE (based on the nonfiction book A SOCIALITE SCORNED) and is developing multiple projects in the true-crime, action, and thriller genres.
**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).

Follow on Instagram — **[CASE STUDY] How to Make Your Dream Project a Reality | with Matt Allen and Matthew Gentile** Jan 19, 2023
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Today I have not one, but *two* guests - **Matt Allen** and **Matthew Gentile**. Matt, a former student of the Optimizer program, is a Los Angeles based editor, filmmaker and recipient of the American Cinema Editor's prestigious Eric Zumbrunnen Fellowship. Matt recently edited his first feature film AMERICAN MURDERER, which was written and directed by my second guest, Matthew. Matthew is an award-winning filmmaker who holds a passion for true-crime, action, and thriller genres.
In today’s conversation, Matt, Matthew and I dive deep into the key mindsets necessary to create your own independent film successfully. Whether you are a starter or a finisher (as Matt and Matthew call their roles), this conversation is packed with practical tools you can adopt and apply to your journey of making your film idea (or any other creative idea or project you might have) a reality. As both Matt and Matthew share here, so much of your potential success comes down to your mindset as well as your ability to do proper cold outreach.
Matt shares the exact processes he continues to use from the Optimizer program that have led to so much of his success (and Matthew shares why he originally made fun of the Optimizer cold outreach formula…and also why he now is a big fan of using it). As we discuss in our conversation, there is a huge rise in the number of people making films for the first time right now. If you’re the kind of person who wants to join in on the fun, this conversation is the perfect place to start.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
The two specific factors that mark the difference between making a multi-million dollar box office hit and an independent film (that have nothing to do with funding)
Why more people are making films now for the first time and why that’s beneficial to everyone
Putting together a film crew for the first time? Look for this one specific trait in people (it has nothing to do with experience)
The one thing you can do to maintain a positive mindset and reach your goals amidst ANY obstacle that appears
The number one quality you need to have if you want to become successful in any leadership position
The key elements of the Optimize Yourself program that Matt used in the real world that directly led him to success
How cold outreach (when done in the proper ways we discuss) is the key to connecting and building relationships with experts in your industry
The one thing you can do in your cold outreach emails that will *drastically* increase your response rate
Why Matthew originally made fun of the Optimize Yourself cold outreach formula…and why he now uses it so often
What it means to “tell your story” and how that is the secret to working with experts

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**AMERICAN MURDERER on Amazon**
**AMERICAN MURDERER on iTunes**
**Post Perspective**
**Los Angeles Post Production Group - Previs on an Indie Budget**
**Avid Rough Cut Podcast**
**No Film School Podcast**
**CinemaMontage Magazine**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**[CASE STUDY] Why People Don't Respond to Your Cold Outreach (and How to Get a Response) | with Scott Davis**
**Chasing After the Next Gig vs. Building Your Career | with Kabir Ahktar, ACE**
**Why Writing Cold Emails Is the Most Important ‘Soft Skill’ You Must Master (Especially If You’re An Introvert) (zackarnold.com)**
**The 5 Most Common Mistakes You're Making With Your Cold Emails (and How to Fix Them) (zackarnold.com)**
**Ramit Sethi on Forging The Path Towards Your Own ‘Rich Life’**
**Stop Waiting For Permission to Make Sh*t Happen | with Mark Gantt**
**Guest Bio:**
Matt Allen
**Matt Allen** is a Los Angeles based filmmaker and recipient of the American Cinema Editor's prestigious Eric Zumbrunnen Fellowship. Matt recently edited his first feature film AMERICAN MURDERER (starring Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe and Jacki Weaver). He also served as the film's pre-vis editor, music editor and score producer. Matt began his movie journey in the studio offices of CBS Films and Voltage Pictures. After falling in love with the process of film editing, Matt began working as an assistant editor. Some of his credits include Hollywood Feature films Disney's Christopher Robin, A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks, Bloodshot starring Vin Diesel, and Sweet Girl starring Jason Momoa. Matt holds an MFA in film editing from the American Film Institute and is an Associate Member of American Cinema Editors.
**Guest Bio:**
Matthew Gentile
**Matthew Gentile** is an award-winning filmmaker. His narrative feature debut, AMERICAN MURDERER, stars Emmy-nominee Tom Pelphrey, Ryan Phillippe, Idina Menzel, Oscar nominee Jacki Weaver, Shantel VanSanten, Moises Arias, Paul Schneider, and Kevin Corrigan. A graduate of the prestigious directing program at the AFI Conservatory, Matthew’s thesis film FRONTMAN won the Student Emmy for Best Directing and his second thesis LAWMAN played over 100 festivals worldwide and won the Dolby + Vizio Vision Award at AFI Fest. Currently, Matthew is prepping his second feature, a thriller/noir titled THE SOCIALITE (based on the nonfiction book A SOCIALITE SCORNED) and is developing multiple projects in the true-crime, action, and thriller genres.
**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).

laura-vanderkam-bio — **Using Time Tracking and Habit Formation to Create Moments That Matter | with Laura Vanderkam** Jan 17, 2023
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**Laura Vanderkam** is the author of several time management and productivity books, including the new **Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters**, along with Juliet’s School of Possibilities, Off the Clock, I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in publications including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. Beyond being a successful author, Laura is also the host of the podcast Before Breakfast, as well as the co-host of Best of Both Worlds with Sarah Hart-Unger.
Whether you’re following an overly strict schedule or absolutely no schedule at all, there is one common experience: YEARS go by and you are left with very few (if any) memorable, meaningful moments. In order to “survive” our busy schedules, it seems that we get stuck in a time loop of tasks, interspersed with eating (poorly) and sleeping (not enough). Then we repeat - for *decades*. But as you’ll learn in my conversation with Laura, there are simple ways we can structure our lives so that we don’t have to choose between reaching our goals and living a present, purposeful life.
If you’re ready to stop letting life pass you by with your head down assessing to-do lists, this conversation is a must-listen. Laura shares *simple* ways in which we can use time tracking and habit formation not only to “get more done” but to make sure we aren’t missing our lives as we strive to reach our goals. I personally found Laura’s advice game changing and can’t wait for you to hear our conversation.
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
Laura shares her 9 ways to calm the chaos and make time for what matters (that are absolutely game changing)
Why avoiding using a “strict” schedule actually sets you up for more success (and how to find that balance)
The problem with striving for “work-life balance” and what you should actually be striving for instead
What “batching” means and how it is an absolute game changer to your schedule (and sanity)
How to build a schedule in such a way that your projects and goals stay on track even when obstacles get in the way
The difference between daily habits and regular habits (does 3 days a week even count in the eyes of an expert)
How to maintain habits without feeding your perfectionism and adding more stress to your life
How you can both build and follow daily routines without feeling bored and eventually quitting
Why making more memorable moments can completely change your perception of time (and how you can get started today)
The two specific things that keep us addicted to busy-ness and doing too many things, and how we can break that pattern

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**The Four Tendencies Quiz**
**Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**The Four Tendencies’ (aka ‘The Matrix’ For Understanding Yourself & Others) | with Gretchen Rubin**
**The Zen-like Art of 'Getting Things Done' | with David Allen**
**Redefining What It Means to Be “Productive” (and Aligning Your Values With Your Time) | with Tamara Torres**
**Let’s Stop Talking About “Productivity” and Start Talking About Balance | with Mike Vardy**
**How to Have a Successful Career Without Sacrificing Family | with Farrel Levy**
**Guest Bio:**
Laura Vanderkam
**Laura Vanderkam** is the author of several time management and productivity books, including the new *Tranquility by Tuesday: 9 Ways to Calm the Chaos and Make Time for What Matters*, along with *Juliet’s School of Possibilities*, *Off the Clock, I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast,* and *168 Hours*. Her work has appeared in publications including the *New York Times*, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. She is the host of the podcast Before Breakfast and the co-host, with Sarah Hart-Unger, of the podcast Best of Both Worlds. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and five children, and blogs at **LauraVanderkam.com**.
**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).

mike-vardy-bio — **Let’s Stop Talking About “Productivity” and Start Talking About Balance | with Mike Vardy** Jan 10, 2023
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**Mike Vardy**- also known as "The Productivityist” - is a highly-acclaimed productivity strategist and the creator of the productivity philosophy and framework known as TimeCrafting. He is considered to be one of the top thought leaders in the personal productivity and time management space and his work has been featured in Lifehacker, Fast Company, HuffPost, Inc., and Forbes.
Now you might be thinking that Mike and I are going to nerd out over productivity hacks, strategies, and apps in an effort to help you fill every second of your day with activities so you can get more sh*t done (and trust me, we could). But this conversation has a refreshingly different agenda: re-defining what it means to be “productive” and exploring the ways in which we can maintain momentum towards - and reach - our personal and professional goals while remaining *balanced.*
If you’re tired of feeling like the only way you can reach success is through packing on even *more* work to your agenda, this conversation is for you. Not only will Mike help you shift your mindset on what it really means to be productive, he’ll share simple and practical ways in which you can achieve your most important goals while remaining present, balanced, and SANE (all without using a single time management app).
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**Here's What You'll Learn:**
Why the era of using systems and apps in order to maintain high levels of productivity is ending
The mental shifts necessary to break away from the “productivity cult” that helps you create more space in your day…only so you can fill it with more productivity
Why using productivity tools can actually make you *less* productive
Why you need to understand the difference between work-life balance and work-life presence
How you can prioritize the tasks of your day in a way that involves balance (without losing momentum towards your goals)
The two factors you need to know about that will determine the level of your success
Why taking short breaks to move can one of the most impactful productivity hacks imaginable
What it means to create “themes” during your week…and why this will save your sanity
Why we need to stop putting all of our focus on “time” when we build our schedule, and start factoring in our levels of energy throughout the day
Why Mike calls journaling the most undervalued productivity and time management tool we have (and how you can get started building that habit today)

**Useful Resources Mentioned:**
**The Four Tendencies Quiz**
**Time Crafting Starter Kit**
Continue to Listen & Learn
**The Zen-like Art of 'Getting Things Done' | with David Allen**
**Redefining What It Means to Be “Productive” (and Aligning Your Values With Your Time) | with Tamara Torres**
**How Tiny Changes Can Create Remarkable Results | with James Clear**
**How to Have a Successful Career Without Sacrificing Family | with Farrel Levy**
**Dear Hollywood: We Don’t Want to “Go Back to Normal." Normal Wasn’t Working.**
**Guest Bio:**
Mike Vardy
**Mike Vardy** – also known as "The Productivityist" – is a highly-acclaimed productivity strategist and the creator of the productivity philosophy and framework known as TimeCrafting. He's considered to be one of the top thought leaders in the personal productivity and time management space, with over 15 years of expertise under his belt and having coaching hundreds of clients over that timespan.
His work has been featured in Lifehacker, Fast Company, HuffPost, Inc., and Forbes. Vardy is a renowned international speaker and has taught productivity practices on popular online education platforms CreativeLive, Skillshare, and LinkedIn Learning where his courses are among the most popular in the business category. He also hosts A Productive Conversation with Mike Vardy, a conversational podcast that has featured guests such as Seth Godin, Brian Tracy, Keith Ferrazzi, and Gretchen Rubin – and has been downloaded over 5 million times since its inception.
Mike lives in Victoria, Canada with his wife, daughter, and son.
**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).

What I've Learned About Life From 200 Interviews with Amazing Human Beings | with Zack Arnold Jan 03, 2023

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For the last 200 episodes of the Optimize Yourself podcast, I’ve been speaking with world class authors, artists, athletes, and just plain inspiring humans. It has been an incredible honor to not only have these conversations, but share them with you as you design the more balanced, more productive, more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve. For today’s episode, however, I’m flipping the script and sharing an interview with none other than…well, myself.

In this episode, Optimize Yourself Podcast Producer, Debby Germino, puts me on the hot seat by digging deep into my story of creating the podcast, the coaching & mentorship program, and all of the personal and professional struggles I’ve experienced along the way. You’ll hear the deeper influences my first 200 podcast interviews have had on my life personally, as well as how those mindset shifts are built into the Optimize Yourself coaching & mentorship program so that we all have a chance to embody the wisdom of these amazing guests. You’ll also learn my own personal ‘Why’ that keeps me going no matter what obstacles present themselves on my journey to inspire others to not only comprehend, but reach their fullest potential.

If you’re interested in getting a sneak peak behind the curtain, you’re in for a treat. Beyond learning where I’ve been on my journey to create this business, you’ll also learn where Optimize Yourself is headed in the future. And be prepared to hear some embarrassing stories along the way, like the time my Imposter Syndrome was so severe I had to do a webinar on my knees to prevent myself from passing out. Yeah. That happened.

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Here's What You'll Learn:

The specific moment (and reason) I decided to start my original podcast, Fitness in Post, and what happened that influenced me to later change it to the Optimize Yourself podcast
The two words someone said to me that ignited a paralyzing case of Imposter Syndrome (no really, I almost quit everything)
The ONE thing that keeps me going, no matter how difficult building the Optimize Yourself podcast and coaching & mentorship program gets
The real struggles of having a podcast that no one talks about (and the reason most people quit after 5 episodes)
How to use “exposure therapy” to prevent your biggest fears from getting in the way of your grandest dreams
What it means to make your fear “manageable” (and the massive benefits of doing so)
Why failing as quickly and as often as possible truly is the fastest way to reaching success
The one common factor that ties all of my podcast guest together, despite the fact that they are so drastically different (yes…sleep experts, Directors, and Ninjas do have something in common)
The specific mindset tools I personally use to consistently push myself outside of my comfort zone in my effort to inspire others to do the same
Why I don’t believe in just selling courses online and making “passive income” (even though it’s an incredibly popular way to make ‘easy’ money these days)

Useful Resources Mentioned:

A Classic Case of Post-Production Burnout

Find Your Why by Simon Sinek

The Laws of Creativity by Joey Cofone

How to Overcome Doubting Yourself When You Know You’re Meant For More | with Sandy Zimmerman, ANW

Managing Limiting Beliefs, Imposter Syndrome, and all the “Chatter” In Our Heads | with Ethan Kross

How to Sleep Smarter | with Shawn Stevenson

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Michelle Tesoro (ACE) On Playing Chess With Your Health & Well-Being - Pt2

Mastering the “Chess Mindset” to Achieve Any Difficult Goal (and Get Really Good at Failing Along the Way) | with Misha Tenenbaum

The Science Behind Success and Creative Burnout (And Why You’re Approaching Both Mostly Wrong) | with Eric Barker

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).

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