Create with Franz

Is ADHD creating a gap between you and your partner?   Maybe you cannot organize household tasks and chores, bills, appointments and shopping. You then get blamed by your partner for 'not caring', forgetting everything that is not written, being 'lazy' and 'not being there.' The accusations escalate and you become offended and defensive. Your partner might act like your parent taking over all the...

Have you ever looked at a piece of art in your home and felt… nothing? In a world of fleeting trends and mass-produced convenience, many of us end up with spaces that look "correct" but feel completely disconnected from who we actually are. We buy what is fashionable or what fits the sofa, yet we remain spiritually hungry for a deeper connection to our surroundings. The solution isn't to buy more...

If you've ever felt unwanted or stuck in the shadows of your past, there is a way back to your center. Today, Nathaniel Allenby shares how he used a 28,000-mile cycling journey across ten countries to transform survival into artistry and find the purpose he thought was lost. For those who have suffered from abuse or low confidence, the world can feel like a turbulent place where finding your path...

Have you heard the "autopilot" fear currently running through the creative world? It's the nagging thought that says: Why bother training for a career in voiceover when an AI can clone a voice in seconds? Many aspiring artists are stalling before they even begin, convinced that the machine has already won the race. But is a cloned voice actually the same as a human story? Or are we confusing "data...

So, you want to be an artist. But there is a "but" here, isn't there? A chorus of internal voices holding you back: I'll never get paid for this. Nobody will like it. I don't have time. It isn't a "real" career. If you've listened to our previous conversations on the "autopilot" brain, you'll recognise these as the classic scarcity narratives—the mental traps that lead to analysis paralysis before...

Have you ever felt that a diagnosis—for yourself or your child—was a definitive label of limitation? In the US and beyond, an ADHD diagnosis often arrives with a heavy cloud of fear: fear of academic failure, social struggle, and a lifetime of being "difficult." We fall into the autopilot habit of asking, "What is wrong with this person?" when the real question should be, "What is getting in the w...

If you have listened to a few episodes of Create with Franz, you probably noticed how many times we mentioned that we often act in automatic mode, without much thinking, and we repeat the same mistakes over and over. You also learned that while habits are hard to break, change is possible for everyone. This is particularly important when it comes to those youth who, for various reasons, are embrac...

Have you noticed how easily we fall into "panic mode" when we see technology evolving faster than we can keep up? Many artists and creators are currently operating on a high-stress autopilot, fearing that AI is coming for their livelihoods. We've been conditioned to think that if we just work faster or lower our prices, we might survive the digital shift. But what if the "race to the bottom" is a...

"Art isn't just for the elite or the political mural; it is a tool for collective liberation and a sustainable career." Many creators believe that "true art" and business cannot coexist, leading to the "starving artist" trap. Jaelyn Singleton breaks this myth by sharing a strategic blueprint for transforming raw creativity into a sustainable professional venture . This conversation explores how to...

"A CV is not a list of jobs; it is a story of capability." A CV is not just a list of jobs; it is a story of your capability. Most people believe a degree alone will get them hired, but in an AI-saturated market, academic theory is failing. In this episode, our guest reveals the invisible asset of emotional intelligence —the one skill a machine can never replicate. I learned about the critical mis...

"We are drowning in prose, but we are starving for presence." We are drowning in prose, but we are starving for presence. Most of us left poetry behind in the classroom, but in a world dominated by data and AI, we are losing the language required to process our own internal lives. Today, my guest reveals why poetry is a biological circuit breaker for the high-pressure mind and how to find your hum...

Did you know that your biggest mistakes happen in the half-second before you even start thinking? Today, Andreas Reharso reveals how your 'predictive brain' secretly hijacks your judgment and the 10-second micro-rituals you need to stay in Creative Human Mode. In this episode, we discuss the "billion-dollar half-second"—the tiny window of time between a trigger and a reaction where leadership is a...

If the rise of AI has you in 'panic mode,' it's time to rewire that fear; today, filmmaker Weam Namou shares how she used her core values to turn technology into a tool that responds to your soul. Weam spent years breaking through the barriers of Hollywood to become an award-winning filmmaker and author of 20 books. She didn't survive that journey by luck; she did it by using her faith and vision...

"If you feel like you're working hard but still leaking money, it's not an income problem—it's an architecture problem." If you are praying for a financial overflow but operating with a leaky system, you aren't ready for the blessing yet. Today, Terence Townsend shares how he went from homelessness to international business by fixing his spiritual architecture—and how you can do the same In this e...

Why do we make decisions we later regret? Most of us live on "Autopilot." We react to emails, stress, and triggers before our conscious mind even has a chance to intervene. In this episode, former Singaporean MP and transformative coach Carrie Tan joins me to discuss her book, Micro Moments . She reveals a startling truth: your brain doesn't see reality—it predicts it based on your past. Carrie ex...

Are you an experienced professional who feels suddenly overlooked? You have the track record, the skills, and the work ethic—yet your résumé is hitting a wall, and the rise of AI has you wondering if your "judgment" is still a valuable currency. If you f eel stuck or invisible in today's market, it's not because you lack talent; it's because the rules of "visibility" have changed. Today, we have t...

In an era of constant digital "slop" and chaotic noise, our nervous systems are stuck in a perpetual state of "fight or flight." We try to find peace through scrolling, only to feel more disconnected. But what if the secret to recalibrating your body and soul was as simple as a heartbeat? Today, we are joined by Jerald Simon ,   LDS composer, author, and founder of Music Motivation. Jerald doesn't...

Are you sending out hundreds of resumes only to be met with total silence? When the responses don't come, it's easy to start doubting your worth. You wonder if you're good enough, and that insecurity starts to bleed into your daily life. But what if the problem isn't you? What if the problem is a "filter" that doesn't even know you exist? Today, we are joined by Aleksandra Lemańska , the founder o...

Are you failing to get hired because you lack talent, or because the system is broken? In 2026, hiring has become reactive and performative. Companies are chasing titles without defining roles, leaving talented professionals stuck in a cycle of burnout and "hiring failures." Today, we are joined by Stephanie Michelle Pimentel , the "LATAM Whisperer" and founder of Lumena Global Advisory.   From a...

Are you building a career on autopilot, or are you actually in the driver's seat? Today, we meet Billy Moyer , a man who started his first company at 21 using his childhood savings bonds and has since founded over a dozen businesses. As the CEO of SOS Leadership, Billy has spent his life answering one question: Why do talented leaders get stuck? He argues that most of us are leading from the "Upsi...

Is your career stuck because of a skills gap—or a character gap? In 2026, when everyone is using the same AI tools, the only way to stand out is through your humanity. Today, we're joined by Jim Carlough , the Leadership Identity Architect. Mentored under the legendary Ross Perot, Jim has spent 30 years learning that true success isn't about power—it's about the 6 Pillars of Character . Jim shares...

What do you do when the plan falls apart? In 2026, we are told that AI will solve everything, but many of us feel more disconnected and overwhelmed than ever. Today, we are joined by Dr. Diane Dye , a nationally recognized strategist and CEO advisor who turned her own layoff into a doctorate and a groundbreaking framework. Diane is here to help us navigate the heavy emotions of unemployment and re...

Is your daily to-do list stopping you from actually enjoying your life? We've all been there—buried under "grunt work," feeling like a tiny cog in a giant machine. My guest today, Terence Townsend , says it's time to step out of the "engine room." Terence is back to show us that you don't need to be a tech genius to win in 2026. He teaches us how to move from being an Operator (the person doing al...

In 2026, the job market feels more like a broken machine than a ladder to success. On one side, we have high-performing professionals drowning in burnout, doing the work of three people just to stay afloat. On the other side, we have brilliant, experienced women—many in their 40s with degrees and decades of expertise—who send out 80 resumes and receive nothing but silence. Today, I'm joined by lea...

What if the only thing standing between you and your success is a "bug" in your mental software? Blessing Platinum-Williams spent years living under a self-fulfilling prophecy. Told from a young age that she was "stupid" and would never amount to anything, those words became a background program that killed her confidence. Today, she is a lawyer, a software developer, and the creator of Tonely AI—...