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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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    How to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar Dec 29, 2022
    Show notes

    As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about how the past year went and what the new year will bring. Maybe you’re happy with the direction your life and career are headed…or maybe you’re ready to make some changes? As 2022 winds down, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of the holidays and fall into the trap of thinking “I’ll just write December off as a loss and start fresh in the new year.”

    Rather than simply take a hiatus during the month of December, my team and I want to set you up for success when 2023 rolls around so you can consistently and sustainably take action towards your most important goals all year long. That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed our entire podcast library of over 200 interviews to bring you what we believe are the top 5 best conversations to help you design the more balanced, more productive, and more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve.

    Without further adieu, here is the final part of this five interview series with Dr. Tal Ben Shahar, bestselling author, lecturer and founder of the Happiness Studies Academy, where we discuss what it takes to really design a more fulfilling career and whether or not success and happiness have to be mutually exclusive.

    → Click here to go to the original episode show notes of the interview with Dr. Tal Ben Shahar

    → Click here to learn more about working together to transform your dreams into your new reality

    Feeling Lost? It’s Time to ‘Find Your Why’ | with David Mead Dec 27, 2022
    Show notes

    As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about how the past year went and what the new year will bring. Maybe you’re happy with the direction your life and career are headed…or maybe you’re ready to make some changes? As 2022 winds down, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of the holidays and fall into the trap of thinking “I’ll just write December off as a loss and start fresh in the new year.”

    Rather than simply take a hiatus during the month of December, my team and I want to set you up for success when 2023 rolls around so you can consistently and sustainably take action towards your most important goals all year long. That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed our entire podcast library of over 200 interviews to bring you what we believe are the top 5 best conversations to help you design the more balanced, more productive, and more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve.

    Without further adieu, here is the fourth part of this five interview series with David Mead, co-author of the book Find Your Why written alongside legendary bestselling author and expert on leadership Simon Sinek where we discuss how you can discover your true purpose and find more meaning and fulfillment in your work.

    → Click here to go to the original episode show notes of the interview with David Mead

    → Click here to learn more about working together to transform your dreams into your new reality

    Managing Limiting Beliefs, Imposter Syndrome, and all the “Chatter” In Our Heads | with Ethan Kross Dec 20, 2022
    Show notes

    As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about how the past year went and what the new year will bring. Maybe you’re happy with the direction your life and career are headed…or maybe you’re ready to make some changes? As 2022 winds down, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of the holidays and fall into the trap of thinking “I’ll just write December off as a loss and start fresh in the new year.”

    Rather than simply take a hiatus during the month of December, my team and I want to set you up for success when 2023 rolls around so you can consistently and sustainably take action towards your most important goals all year long. That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed our entire podcast library of over 200 interviews to bring you what we believe are the top 5 best conversations to help you design the more balanced, more productive, and more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve.

    Without further adieu, here is the third part of this five interview series with bestselling author and professor of psychology and management Ethan Kross where we have a candid discussion about imposter syndrome and how to manage all of the inner voices and chatter that stop us from taking action towards our most important goals.

    → Click here to go to the original episode show notes of the interview with Ethan Kross

    → Click here to learn more about working together to transform your dreams into your new reality

    Redefining What It Means to Be “Productive” (and Aligning Your Values With Your Time) | with Tamara Torres Dec 13, 2022
    Show notes

    As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about how the past year went and what the new year will bring. Maybe you’re happy with the direction your life and career are headed…or maybe you’re ready to make some changes? As 2022 winds down, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of the holidays and fall into the trap of thinking “I’ll just write December off as a loss and start fresh in the new year.”

    Rather than simply take a hiatus during the month of December, my team and I want to set you up for success when 2023 rolls around so you can consistently and sustainably take action towards your most important goals all year long. That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed our entire podcast library of over 200 interviews to bring you what we believe are the top 5 best conversations to help you design the more balanced, more productive, and more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve.

    Without further adieu, here is the second part of this five interview series with Tamara Torres, the founder of Optima Results Coaching, where we discuss how to redefine what it really means to be productive and how to better align your time with your values.

    → Click here to go to the original episode show notes of the interview with Tamara Torres

    → Click here to learn more about working together to transform your dreams into your new reality

    Defining Your Purpose and Living Large | with Tony Horton Dec 06, 2022
    Show notes

    As the new year approaches, you may be thinking about how the past year went and what the new year will bring. Maybe you’re happy with the direction your life and career are headed…or maybe you’re ready to make some changes? As 2022 winds down, I understand how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of the holidays and fall into the trap of thinking “I’ll just write December off as a loss and start fresh in the new year.”

    Rather than simply take a hiatus during the month of December, my team and I want to set you up for success when 2023 rolls around so you can consistently and sustainably take action towards your most important goals all year long. That’s why we’ve carefully reviewed our entire podcast library of over 200 interviews to bring you what we believe are the top 5 best conversations to help you design the more balanced, more productive, and more fulfilling (and creative) life that you deserve.

    Without further adieu, here is the first part of this five-interview series with the legendary Tony Horton, creator of the best selling home fitness program in history P90X, who has also been my ninja mentor for the last four years as well as a friend. This interview is from way back in the Optimize archives at the very beginning of our relationship where Tony went in depth about how to define your purpose and start living large.

    → Click here to go to the original episode show notes of the interview with Tony Horton

    → Click here to learn more about working together to transform your dreams into your new reality

    Ralph Macchio ‘Waxing On’ About Authentically Living a More Balanced and Fulfilling Life Nov 28, 2022
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    Ralph Macchio is an actor, producer, and director obviously most well known for his portrayal of Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid films and now the hit Netflix series Cobra Kai. He has also appeared on both stage and screen in notable credits including The Outsiders, Crossroads, and My Cousin Vinny. Most recently, he has also added ‘NYT bestselling author’ to his credits after releasing Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me which I can not recommend enough (it probably comes as no surprise I read the entire book in one sitting).

    In one of the few rare occurrences where Ralph has made himself available for a long form conversation (as opposed to doing the rounds on the talk shows for a few minutes at a time), Ralph and I dive deep into his life, his successes, and his failures along the way far beyond just his role as Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai (but for all you diehard fans don’t worry…we definitely discuss that too). Ralph shares his challenges with maintaining authenticity in both his performances but also who he is as a person, father, and husband. Given his personal relationship with Pat Morita offscreen that translated to his relationship with Mr. Miyagi onscreen, we discuss mentorship and how it has shaped him. We honestly discuss how Ralph has managed the challenge of being pigeonholed as a single character his entire acting career. And most importantly, this wouldn’t be a proper conversation without discussing how to live a life defined by balance.

    Whether The Karate Kid was your Star Wars or you’re literally hearing of Ralph Macchio for the first time, there’s no better way to say it: Today’s conversation will inspire the shit out of you.

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    Here's What You'll Learn:

    • How we can define work-life balance in a day & age where the lines are so blurred between the two, they feel like the same thing
    • How we can manage and face our deepest fears when we know they’re standing between us and the best version of ourselves
    • The real reason Ralph says Cobra Kai has been such a success (and it’s not just The Karate Kid)
    • How remaining authentic paves the way for success both in your career and personal life
    • How Ralph Macchio defines what a “Miyagi mentor” is in real life
    • Understanding the difference between when you can avoid being pigeonholed, and when it’s time to embrace the mark you’ve made
    • The importance of knowing when to strive for balance, and when to fully commit
    • How fully committing to the present moment allows for a more successful and fulfilling personal life and career
    • How to maintain healthy relationships when you are forced to go through periods of work that require your absence
    • What Ralph is planning next after Cobra Kai…


    Useful Resources Mentioned:

    Waxing On: The Karate Kid and Me

    Wax On, F*ck Off with Ralph Macchio

    How to Find the Right Type of Mentor For You (and When You Should Seek the Best)

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    How to Have a Successful Career Without Sacrificing Family | with Farrel Levy

    How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age (And Become Badass) | with Scott Morgan

    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 to Avoid Getting Pigeonholed, The ‘Concentric Circles of Networking’ & More | with Doc Crotzer, ACE

    The power of finding the right mentor (and how to make it happen)

    How to Go From Cold Contact to Your Ideal Mentor In Seven Simple Steps

    Guest Bio:

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    Ralph Macchio

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    An actor, producer, director with an extensive list of credits, Ralph Macchio is best known for his celebrated performance as Johnny in Frances Ford Coppola’s The Outsiders; the hit film My Cousin Vinny; and most notably for the title role in the popular classic The Karate Kid and its successors. Expanding further on the Karate Kid Universe, Ralph continues to reprise his iconic role of Daniel LaRusso in the hit Netflix series Cobra Kai. He lives on Long Island with his family.

    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).

    The Business & Craft of Trailer Editing, Making Your Side Hustle Your Career, and Staying Motivated Along the Way | with Chris MacDonald Nov 15, 2022
    Show notes

    Chris MacDonald is an experienced veteran trailer editor who has worked at Universal Pictures and other major studios such as Sony, Disney, Paramount, and trailer houses such as MOcean and Aspect (to name a small few). Chris is also the co-founder of the wildly popular online editing school, Film Editing Pro, and today’s discussion balances a combination of understanding how to build a career as a trailer editor as well as making the transition to building your own business if that is the right path for you.

    Whether you work in a creative industry as a craftsperson, or if you’re an entrepreneur running your own company (no matter how big or small), you are the CEO of your business. In today’s gig economy where the next job is never promised, you must learn the necessary skills and mindsets to run your business and present your services effectively in order to survive. And in today’s conversation with Chris he and I discuss perhaps the most important key mindset to learning, growing, and succeeding whether you are a craftsperson or entrepreneur - “The Beginner’s Mind.”

    Given that Chris and I both agree the fastest path to success is failure and having a willingness to accept there is always more to learn, we dive deep into navigating the politics of the trailer world, managing studio & network notes, better understanding how to approach the creative process, and the best (and WORST) parts of working in advertising. Then we discuss his path from trailer editing to teacher, mentor, and entrepreneur - specifically how he became the creator of one of the leading schools in the world teaching the creative side of editing both short form and long form. But of course none of this came without its share of doubts, obstacles, and a raging case of imposter syndrome, all of which you’ll hear about today.

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    Here's What You'll Learn:

    • The key differences between long form editing, short form editing and cutting trailers (that aren’t so obvious)
    • The one thing that marks the difference between a good trailer editor and GREAT trailer editor
    • The percentage Chris says you should be working hard (it’s not 100%)
    • How you can tell a lesser experienced trailer editor from a more experienced one (and it has nothing to do with skill)
    • The one thing you can do that will make your work, no matter what it is, better
    • How to deal with imposter syndrome while working to advance your career or side hustle
    • What it takes to keep working towards your side hustle when you’re out of motivation
    • Why maintaining a ‘beginner’s mindset’ leads to success more than being an expert
    • The importance of maintaining relationships through all networks, even if you expand out into a separate side business
    • The importance of being a ‘do it all’ when you begin entrepreneurship before hiring staff
    • Why you should never let steep competition deter you from starting your own business


    Useful Resources Mentioned:

    Tim Ferriss and The 4-Hour Workweek

    Ramit Sethi Podcast Interview on Forging Your Own Rich Life

    filmeditingpro.com/zack - Free Giveaway of an hour’s worth of courses on the website

    Film Editing Pro YouTube Channel

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    Defining Your Own Version of Success & Overcoming the Loneliness of Being a Freelancer | with Michael Bauman

    How to Transition From 'Technician' to 'Entrepreneur' | Community Q&A with Misha Tenenbaum

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

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

    How Having a ‘Side Hustle’ Buys You the Freedom to Say ‘No’ | with Alex Ferrari

    Chasing After the Next Gig vs. Building Your Career | with Kabir Ahktar, ACE

    Guest Bio:

    chris-macdonald-bio Chris MacDonald

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    Chris MacDonald started his career in entertainment fresh from college and held various jobs in the industry before working his way up to staff editor at Universal Pictures.

    He then held positions throughout Hollywood, focusing primarily on trailer editing for studios like Sony, Disney, Paramount and many more. With 15+ years editing experience, he’ll be the main voice and guide throughout the training courses at Film Editing Pro.

    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).

    Terrified to Make a Big Change In Your Life? Start By “Showing Up Small” | with Eddy Roche Nov 08, 2022
    Show notes

    Eddy Rocheis a serial entrepreneur and fitness instructor on a mission to make the world a fitter, healthier, and happier place. He has created not just one but two highly successful businesses - one being the largest outdoor fitness community in Los Angeles, and the other being the largest organic whole food delivery service in Los Angeles. But plot twist…despite his outward confidence, Eddie almost didn’t pursue either of these opportunities because he was overwhelmed by both judgment from his peers and also a debilitating case of imposter syndrome. (Yes, even people with 8-packs have imposter syndrome.)

    As Eddy previously felt - and many of us currently feel - it can be downright terrifying when making a major change in your life because we can be seen by our peers as a “beginner.” But as Eddie will discuss today, no matter how big we want to succeed, we all have to start small - which also means being willing to be perceived as small. Whether you're looking to make a major lifestyle change by getting in shape, you want to start a business, or you’re pursuing a more authentic and fulfilling career path, Eddy will inspire you to take the most important step: Just getting started.

    I have no doubt that Eddy’s immense amount of positivity and as he calls it, “irrational optimism” will motivate you to take the first small steps towards something much bigger in your life. By letting go of your fear and embracing your “Beginner’s Mind”, there is an entirely new world waiting for you where you can move beyond worrying about how others judge you and experience the joy of living more authentically.

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    Here's What You'll Learn:

    • The importance of shelving overplanning (another form of procrastinating) and just getting started
    • One simple mindset you can embrace that will make fitness a regular component of your life (even if you hate it)
    • Why you should create an enjoyable fitness lifestyle rather than rely on short term programs just to ‘get fit’
    • Eddy’s top 3 recommendations if you are ready to start your fitness journey (whether it’s for the first or 12th time)
    • What Eddy changed that made his current businesses so successful when his previous 10+ had failed
    • The one piece of advice Eddy has for his younger self that applies to anyone starting a business
    • Why you should focus more on passion than ‘reinventing the wheel’
    • How to move beyond caring what others think and start creating success in ways that are meaningful to you
    • KEY TAKEAWAY: It’s not about how you compare (people care far less than we think), it’s about how much effort you put in towards your authentic self, passions and personal goals
    • KEY TAKEAWAY: It doesn’t matter what stage of life you are in, it is always possible to start over and create a new life


    Useful Resources Mentioned:

    How to Reverse Depression, Anxiety, and ADD at the Genetic Level | with Dr. Ben Lynch

    Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression | with Dr. Edison de Mello

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

    Defining Your Purpose and Living Large | with Tony Horton

    Stop Waiting For Permission to Make Sh*t Happen | with Mark Gantt

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

    How to Reinvent Yourself at Any Age (And Become Badass) | with Scott Morgan

    Guest Bio:

    eddy-roche-bio Eddy Roche

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    Eddy Roche is an entrepreneur on a mission to make the world a fitter, healthier and happier place.

    He created two businesses - one being the largest outdoor fitness community in Los Angeles and the other being the largest organic whole food delivery service in Los Angeles.

    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).

    On Authenticity, Luck, and Designing Life (and Footwear) On Your Own Terms | with Xero Shoes CEO Steven Sashen Nov 01, 2022
    Show notes

    Steven Sashen is the co-founder and CEO of Xero Shoes. He is a serial entrepreneur who has never had a job he didn't create, a former professional stand up comic, an award-winning screenwriter, and to top it all off…a masters All-American sprinter (in fact he is one of the fastest men over 60 in the country). If Steven’s bio hasn’t done it already, listening to our conversation for all of 5 seconds will quickly convince you as it did me that Steven is quite possibly the most interesting man in the world (not to be confused with the Dos Equis man, of course).

    You’d be hard pressed to find anyone with a more unique list of professional achievements than Steven, but what is even more interesting is the fact that if you were to ask him about the most important mindset required to be successful, his response would be, “There is none” because he attributes 90% of his success to luck, and the remaining 10% to luck as well (yeah, we talk a lot about “The L word”). If you’re interested in stepping beyond your fears and insecurities in an effort to better embrace the inevitable roadblocks and failures that you’ll encounter along your journey, you’ll find Stephen’s approaches to life, health, success, and business absolutely fascinating.

    Despite today’s conversation having a good deal to do with Steven’s current mission of upending the footwear industry and exposing “Big Shoe” for the perpetuated lie that more is always better (spoiler alrt: Minimalist footwear is the way to go), one wonderful side effect of our chat is that Steven is showing us all how we can redefine success, failure, love, and life. I can’t wait for you to listen to this interview, as I have no doubt it will provide you with the tools to move more assuredly towards your own, more authentic version of success, no matter what that looks like to you.

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    Here's What You'll Learn:

    • Why the minimalistic nature of Xero shoes both prevents and heals injury better than the most popular (and expensive) athletic shoes
    • Why we desperately need to redefine success and stop expecting more money to equal both more happiness and less problems
    • Why Steven says it’s not necessary (or even a good idea) to follow your passion
    • How to stop letting the fear of the unknown, failure, and losing your identity get in the way of reaching your goals
    • The steps you can take to advocate for yourself and gain the respect you deserve in a calm way
    • What makes Steven so fearless in the face of both success or failure


    Useful Resources Mentioned:

    Xeroshoes.com

    Steven Sashen IMDb

    The Science Behind Depression and Anxiety | with Dr. D and Dr. Michael Mark

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    The Importance of Setting Boundaries, Advocating For Yourself, and Asking For Help | with Janace Tashjian

    On the Vital Importance of "Being Nice" | with Jesse Averna, ACE

    Stop Waiting For Permission to Make Sh*t Happen | with Mark Gantt

    Redefining What It Means to Be “Productive” (and Aligning Your Values With Your Time) | with Tamara Torres

    Ramit Sethi on Forging The Path Towards Your Own ‘Rich Life’

    Guest Bio:

    steven-sashen-bio Steven Sashen

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    Steven Sashen is a serial entrepreneur who has never had a job, a former professional stand up comic and award-winning screenwriter, and a competitive sprinter -- one of the fastest men over 55 in the country (maybe the fastest 60+ Jew in the world!). He and his wife, Lena Phoenix, co-founded the footwear company Xero Shoes, creating "a MOVEMENT movement" which has helped hundreds of thousands of people Live Life Feet First with happy, healthy, strong feet in addictively comfortable footwear. Steven and Lena also appeared on Shark Tank, where they turned down a $400,000 offer from Kevin O'Leary.

    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).

    How to Become Oscar-level Successful (Without Being a Dick) | with Peter Ramsey Oct 25, 2022
    Show notes

    Peter Ramsey is a Director, Producer, and Storyboard Artist known as the first black director to direct a big budget animated film with Dreamworks’ Rise of the Guardians and the first black director to win the Academy Award in animation for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. But what is even more inspiring than Peter’s career achievements, however, is that he’s simultaneously working at the top levels of the industry while also maintaining the reputation of being “a nice guy,” proving that you can become successful BECAUSE you treat people with respect, not despite doing so.

    In this conversation Peter and I discuss his circuitous route from being a storyboard artist to becoming an Oscar-winning director. Despite growing up in South Central Los Angeles, Peter felt like he was a million miles from Hollywood and never even considered it a realistic career path. Yet with the proper beginner’s mindset (which he maintains to this day), a blue collar work ethic, and the uncanny ability to surround himself with mentors such as Steven Spielberg, John Singleton, Ron Howard, Robert Zemeckis, and Francis Ford Coppola, (just to name a small few), Peter was able to carve his own unique path while providing value to others along the way.

    No matter your creative career ambitions and the obstacles standing between you and your goals, Peter’s inspiring story and infectious optimism will motivate you to push past your own limits and design your dream career. Beyond game-changing (yet practical) advice on how to get out of your own way on your path towards success, Peter also shares outstanding advice about how we can further diversify Hollywood and allow anyone regardless of race, gender, or disability to have their voices and life experiences heard.

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    Here's What You'll Learn:

    • How you can stand out in the industry and get great jobs without having to know it all - or even pretend like you do
    • How you can build authentic relationships with top tier mentors (Steven Spielberg was just one mentor Peter worked with because of this)
    • The number one killer of creativity…is this the source of your creative blocks?
    • How to keep moving forward towards your dream job with optimism even if you feel like your career has been filled with more setbacks than success
    • How to stop letting imposter syndrome keep you from enjoying your job and advancing your career with confidence (and it’s not ‘getting rid’ of imposter syndrome…)
    • The one step we can ALL take to better diversify the voices and creatives in Hollywood…have you done it yet?

    Continue to Listen & Learn

    On the Vital Importance of "Being Nice" | with Jesse Averna, ACE

    On the Importance of Building Relationships, Asking Questions, and Never Giving Up | with Andi Armaganian

    Breaking Into (and Making It) In the Industry as People of Color | with Mirra Watkins, Ariel Brown, and Isaiah Cary

    How to Cultivate a “Service-Centric” Mindset (and Why It Will Make You More Successful) | with Agustin Rexach

    How to Be So Thorough You Can’t Be Denied | with James Wilcox, ACE

    Guest Bio:

    peter-ramsey-bio Peter Ramsey

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    Peter Ramsey began his career as a storyboard artist on a number of feature films such as Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Boyz n the Hood, Minority Report, and Fight Club. He entered the world of feature animation, directing Dreamworks Animation’s Rise of the Guardians in 2012 and as a co-director on Sony Pictures Animation’s Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse in 2018, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

    Currently Peter is developing both live action and animated projects. His latest as director is the Netflix miniseries Lost Ollie.

    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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