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SPOS #629 - The Creative Curve With Allen Gannett Jul 29, 2018

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Welcome to episode #629 of Six Pixels of Separation.

Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #629 - Host: Mitch Joel. Everybody is curious about creativity and the creative process. Are some people just more creative than others? Is there a true difference between those who use the left and right parts of their brain? Can creativity be learned and turned into a business process? Allen Gannett is the founder and CEO of TrackMaven, a marketing insights platform whose clients have included Microsoft, Marriott, Saks Fifth Avenue, GE and more. He has been on the "30 Under 30" lists for both Inc. and Forbes. He is a contributor for Fast Company where he writes on the intersection of technology and human nature. Previously, he was a co-founder and General Partner of Acceleprise Ventures, the leading SaaS startup accelerator. He was also once a very pitiful runner-up on Wheel of Fortune. Now, he's an author. His first book, The Creative Curve, overturns the mythology around creative genius, and reveals the science and secrets behind achieving breakout commercial success in any field. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 51:56.
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SPOS #628 - The Startup Playbook With Rajat Bhargava Jul 22, 2018

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Welcome to episode #628 of Six Pixels of Separation.

Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #628 - Host: Mitch Joel. He's had many exits as a startup founder (over five!). This includes two IPOs, two trade sales and more. He's been in the technology and services space for a long while (and he's seen it all). Maybe you have heard of some of his companies... but maybe you haven't. Rajat Bhargava doesn't care that much, because he likes to build companies (not, necessarily, sexy big brand name companies). It's hard to have a beautiful house without plumbing... the saying goes. This graduate of MIT (with a degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science) isn't just a successful entrepreneur, but he's also an investor. With over twenty years of experience (he's currently the CEO of JumpCloud), Rajat and his business partner, Will Herman, decided to distill their knowledge, wisdom and mentoring startegies into a book. The Startup Playbook is a great read from these two business veterans. If you're in a startup, thinking of launching one, or if you're trying to get your bigger company to think like a startup, this book is for you. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 50:37.
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JumpCloud.
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This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

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SPOS #627 - The Domain Name Game With Bill Sweetman Jul 15, 2018

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Welcome to episode #627 of Six Pixels of Separation.

Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #627 - Host: Mitch Joel. A strong brand and corporate name is critical to demonstrating your uniqueness in the marketplace. The competitive forces are at play. Many people believe that all of the good names are already taken. The problem, of course, is that even if you can secure a strong and original brand identity, getting the right domain name can be costly, time consuming and extremely frustrating. Thankfully, there are smart people like Bill Sweetman who love the domain game. I've been fortunate to know Bill for over a decade. He's a former digital agency professional (who was in the space almost twenty years ago), before switching to his true passion: domain names. His company is called, Name Ninja. He is focused solely on helping individuals and brands get the domain names that are best for them. He is a very successful and respected domain name industry business leader with extensive experience in the domain aftermarket (or secondary market) of premium domain names, including domain pricing, distribution, and sales. A self-confessed domain name fanatic, Bill registered his very first domain in 1994 (which he later sold) and has been perfecting his "Domain Karate" moves ever since. If you've ever wondered how the domain business has become so wild and hard to navigate, you do not want to miss this. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 57:58.
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This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

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SPOS #626 - Daniel Pink Puts The Science Into Timing Jul 08, 2018

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Welcome to episode #626 of Six Pixels of Separation.

Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #626 - Host: Mitch Joel. It's hard not to be a fan of the work that Daniel Pink does. He is the author of six provocative books (Free Agent Nation, The Adventures of Johnny Bunko, A Whole New Mind, Drive, To Sell Is Human and his newest, When - The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing). His books have won multiple awards and have been translated into 37 languages. That's just the beginning of how his thinking has permeated into the work culture. He's usually spotting trends and ways to think differently about how we live and work, long before it becomes a household name or a growing trend. From television shows to magazine articles, Dan works tirelessly to figure out how to make his own life more efficient, and - in doing so - he shares his findings with all of us. When is a brilliant, compelling and fun book to read. Think about when you do your work. How do you choose when to do it? Gut? Instinct? When someone books you in a meeting? These are terrible ways to make your days as efficient as possible, according to Dan. It turns out that when you do stuff is as powerful as what you do. Don't believe me? Listen in. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 54:31.
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When - The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing.
To Sell Is Human.
Drive.
A Whole New Mind.
The Adventures of Johnny Bunko.
Free Agent Nation.
The Pinkcast.
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This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #626 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #625 - Building Invincible Brands With Melissa Agnes Jul 01, 2018

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Welcome to episode #625 of Six Pixels of Separation.

Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #625 - Host: Mitch Joel. I've had the pleasure of having countless coffees and breakfasts with Melissa Agnes. This happened long before she has become know as one of the world's brightest thinkers in crisis management and communications. Melissa is the author of Crisis Ready - Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World. Along with being a leading authority on crisis preparedness, reputation management, and brand protection, Melissa is a coveted speaker, commentator, and advisor to some of today's leading organizations faced with the greatest risks. She has worked with NATO, Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense, financial firms, technology companies, healthcare organizations, cities and municipalities, law enforcement agencies, global non-profits, and many others. Melissa is also the editor of the Crisis Ready Blog, a contributor to Forbes, and a go-to source for the press. If your business crisis ready? Is your brand invincible? Listen in and enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 53:01.
Hello from beautiful Montreal.
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Here is my conversation with Melissa Agnes.
Crisis Ready - Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World.
Crisis Ready Blog.
Follow Melissa on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #625 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #624 - Stand Out Brands With Nick Westergaard Jun 24, 2018

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Welcome to episode #624 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.

Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #624 - Host: Mitch Joel. He's one of the nicest and good-hearted people that I have ever met in this industry. Hands down. Salt of the earth. A real human being trying to help businesses connect to consumers in a real way. That's reason enough to follow Nick Westergaard. He is a strategist, speaker, author, and educator. As Chief Brand Strategist at Brand Driven Digital, he helps build better brands at organizations of all sizes. Nick is the author of Get Scrappy - Smarter Digital Marketing for Businesses Big and Small, and - most recently - Brand Now - How to Stand Out in a Crowded, Distracted World. Nick is also a contributor to the Harvard Business Review and host of the On Brand podcast. He teaches at the University of Iowa, where he sits on the Advisory Council of the Marketing Institute at the Tippie College of Business and the Professional Advisory Board for the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. He is also a mentor at the Iowa Startup Accelerator. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 49:35.
Hello from beautiful Montreal.
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Here is my conversation with Nick Westergaard.
Brand Now - How to Stand Out in a Crowded, Distracted World.
Get Scrappy - Smarter Digital Marketing for Businesses Big and Small.
Brand Driven Digital.
On Brand podcast.
Follow Nick on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #624 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #623 - Unsafe Thinking With Jonah Sachs Jun 17, 2018

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Welcome to episode #623 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.

Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #623 - Host: Mitch Joel. It was the early 2000s and viral marketing was just getting started. That's when Jonah Sachs rose to prominence. He created some of the world's first viral videos. His agency, Free Range Studios, created campaigns, like Amnesty International's awareness-raising video on blood diamonds (which was seen by 20 million people). Later Jonah helped to create The Story of Stuff, which was viewed by over 60 million people and marked a turning point in the fight to educate people about the environmental and social impact of consumer goods. Jonah went onto to create other viral campaigns for Greenpeace, Human Rights Campaigns and the ACLU, as well as consumer brands like Microsoft and Patagonia. Fast Company named him one of today's 50 most influential social innovators. In 2012, Jonah released his first book, Winning the Story Wars. Most recently, he published his sophomore effort, Unsafe Thinking - How to Be Nimble and Bold When You Need it Most. So, how safe is your brand thinking? Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 58:30.
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Here is my conversation with Jonah Sachs.
Unsafe Thinking - How to Be Nimble and Bold When You Need it Most.
Winning the Story Wars.
Free Range Studios.
The Story of Stuff.
Follow Jonah on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #623 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #622 - The Power Of Paying Attention With Neen James Jun 10, 2018

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Welcome to episode #622 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.

Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #622 - Host: Mitch Joel. At what cost attention? We all think that we're paying attention to the work that we do, but are we? Really? That's the focus of Neen James. Her latest book is titled, Attention Pays - How to drive profitability, productivity and accountability. She has received numerous awards as a professional speaker. Neen is a partner in the international education company Thought Leaders Global, and is a member of the League of Heroic Public Speakers. Neen delivers keynotes presentations that challenge audiences to leverage their focus and pay attention to what matters most at work (and in life). Neen has a background in learning, development and managing large corporate teams. So, are you paying enough attention? Enjoy the conversation... Enjoy the conversation.

Running time: 53:51.
Hello from beautiful Montreal.
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Six Pixels of Separation the book is now available.
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Here is my conversation with Neen James.
Attention Pays - How to drive profitability, productivity and accountability.
Heroic Public Speakers.
Follow Neen on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #622 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #621 - Discovering Truth With Hector Macdonald Jun 03, 2018

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Welcome to episode #621 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.

Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #621 - Host: Mitch Joel. What is the truth? Is there one truth? Is truth under assault these days? Fake news. Flat earthers. How brands position themselves. How do we build a truth? Are there many truths? Hector Macdonald is an expert in business storytelling. As a strategic communications consultant, he has advised the leaders of some of the world's top corporations in industries as diverse as financial services, telecoms, technology, and healthcare. He is also the bestselling author of four novels. Hector began writing thrillers after completing a zoology degree at Oxford University. The Mind Game was a bestseller published in 18 languages. The Hummingbird Saint and The Storm Prophet followed, and then Hector turned to spy fiction with Rogue Elements. His first non-fiction book is why we're here. It's called, Truth - How the Many Sides to Every Story Shape Our Reality. Enjoy the conversation.

Running time: 51:46.
Hello from beautiful Montreal.
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CTRL ALT Delete is now available too!
Here is my conversation with Hector Macdonald.
Truth - How the Many Sides to Every Story Shape Our Reality.
Follow Hector on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #621 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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SPOS #620 - The Business Of Tomorrow With Peter Sheahan May 27, 2018

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Welcome to episode #620 of Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast.

Here it is: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #620 - Host: Mitch Joel. Peter Sheahan never stops moving. He has a vision for where businesses need to be, and there doesn't seem to be any quit in him. As founder and Group CEO of Karrikins Group, Peter is known internationally for his top-rated keynote presentations, innovative business thinking and thought leadership. With staff in more than 23 cities across seven countries, he knows firsthand the challenges of growing a business in these rapidly-changing times. Peter has advised leaders from companies like Apple, Microsoft, Hyundai, IBM and Pfizer. He is the author of seven books, including Flip, Generation Y, Making it Happen, and 2016's Matter - Move Beyond the Competition, Create More Value, and Become the Obvious Choice. Peter is the youngest person ever to be inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame. Enjoy the conversation...

Running time: 52:55.
Hello from beautiful Montreal.
Subscribe over at iTunes.
Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation.
Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook.
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Six Pixels of Separation the book is now available.
CTRL ALT Delete is now available too!
Here is my conversation with Peter Sheahan.
Karrikins Group.
Matter - Move Beyond the Competition, Create More Value, and Become the Obvious Choice.
Flip.
Generation Y.
Making it Happen.
Follow Peter on Twitter.
This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Download the Podcast here: Six Pixels Of Separation - The Mirum Podcast - Episode #620 - Host: Mitch Joel.

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