The Andy Storch Show (Own Your Career Own Your Life)

It’s easy to talk about "owning your life" when everything is going perfectly. It’s a lot harder when business is stalling, family friction is high, and your morning coffee is missing the oat milk you like. Today, I’m getting vulnerable about my own current challenges and the delicate dance between being "never satisfied" (shoutout to Alexander Hamilton) and practicing the stoic art of focusing on...

It is Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and today I’m sharing something that truly touched me. My friend Dmitri, a polyglot and educator originally from Ukraine, has been using my book, Own Your Career, Own Your Life , in his English classes in Greece. His students sent in three of the most profound questions I’ve heard in a long time: How do we find our true desires? How do we stay disciplined? And how d...

I just got back from an Easter break in the French Alps, and while the skiing was legendary (the best spring snow in five years, according to the locals), the drive there was a masterclass in "perspective." Coming from a Florida background where road trips are cheap and the land is flat, paying nearly $10 a gallon for gas in France was a massive wake-up call. Today, I’m breaking down the math of a...

It’s April 7, 2026, and the "AI honeymoon" phase is officially over. Today, I’m reacting to the news that the CEO of PWC has essentially issued a mandate: get on board with AI, or you may no longer have a place in the firm. While layoffs continue to ripple through the economy, the subtext is becoming text—AI isn't just a "bonus" skill anymore; it’s the new baseline for professional survival. I sha...

It’s Friday, March 27, 2026. I’m walking back from a solo ski session in the French Alps, reflecting on a trap we all fall into: The Highlight Reel. When you scroll through LinkedIn or Instagram, it’s easy to feel like everyone is winning while you’re just working. But today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own "perfect" vacation to show you why comparing your behind-the-scenes to someone else’...

If you’ve ever tried to coordinate a "perfect" day with a spouse, kids, or even just a travel partner, you know that the dream rarely matches the reality. This week in the French Alps, I was reminded (probably for the thousandth time) that as soon as you add another human being into your plans, life becomes an exercise in compromise . Today, I’m sharing why I chose gratitude over frustration when...

I’m recording this while walking through a quiet, snow-covered village in the French Alps. Yesterday, while visiting a stunning lakeside town with canals, my son gave me a classic 10-year-old reality check. While I was in awe of the beauty, he shrugged and said, "It’s just a town." It got me thinking about how easily we slip into seeing the world as "mundane" versus "miraculous." Whether it’s a sn...

After nine years and thousands of inbound pitches, I’ve developed a pretty thick skin when it comes to people wanting a piece of my platform. But this week, two very different requests hit my inbox that perfectly illustrate the difference between "transactional networking" and "genuine community." Today, I’m sharing why I turned down a well-known speaker with a laugh and why I didn't hesitate to s...

Before I was a speaker, author, and coach, I was a data analyst at a large insurance company, staring at Excel spreadsheets all day. I was an extrovert trapped in a cubicle, and I finally gathered the courage to ask my boss for a change. His answer? A blunt, "No, get back to work." In this episode, I share why that rejection was the best thing that ever happened to me, and the two critical lessons...

It’s Thursday, March 26, 2026, and I have a confession: If I tell myself I’m going to write 500 words, there’s a 50/50 chance I’ll end up scrolling LinkedIn instead. But if I tell my friend Leanne? Those words are getting written. In this episode, I break down the psychological "hack" of accountability—from my outreach group for speakers to a recent 45-minute "writing sprint" that helped me finall...

It’s easy to treat AI like a glorified search engine, but after a meetup in Barcelona last night, my eyes are wide open to what’s actually possible in 2026. From "Claude Cowork" managing LinkedIn prospects to "Claude Code" helping me build my very own app (yes, really!), I’m diving deep into how these tools are shifting from "thought partners" to "action partners." If you feel overwhelmed by AI, t...

It’s something we’ve done for thousands of years, but in 2026, with social media at our fingertips 24/7, it’s become an epidemic. Today, I’m diving into the concept of comparison . I share a personal realization I had on the Padel court about my cycling "status" and why we are almost always looking the wrong way when we measure our progress. If you’ve ever felt like an "amateur" despite years of h...

It’s Monday, March 23, 2026. Usually, I’m someone who likes to live in the moment, but I’ve realized that if you don't own your schedule, your schedule will own you. This morning, I sat down with my new "Chief of Staff"— Claude —to map out the week. Since switching from ChatGPT a few weeks ago, I’ve been leaning heavily into using AI not just as a search engine, but as a high-level personal assist...

It’s Friday, which means if you're looking for me, I’m probably on a Padel court. If you haven’t seen it yet, Padel (or Paddle) is taking over Europe and Latin America, and it’s starting to make waves in the U.S. too. Think of it as the high-energy lovechild of tennis and racquetball—played on a smaller court with plexiglass walls that you can actually hit the ball off of. It’s fast, it’s competit...

Yesterday was my 46th birthday, and I gave myself the best gift possible: I cleared my calendar, hopped on a train to the end of the line in Terasa, and spent six hours on my bike. I tackled a 103-kilometer route with 1,500 meters of climbing—my longest and most challenging ride to date. In this episode, I share the mindset shift required to do something that felt "unfathomable" just a year ago, a...

What do you do when you’re invited to go 50mph in a gas-powered metal frame, and your natural instinct is to say "No thanks"? Last weekend, I traded a relaxing lunch at the beach for an indoor go-karting track in Barcelona to celebrate a friend’s son’s 13th birthday. In this episode, I share my journey from being the slowest driver on the track to shaving 10 seconds off my lap time—and why being "...

Today is March 17, 2026, and I am officially turning 46. I wanted to take a moment to step away from the "hustle" and the constant drive for the next goal to simply say thank you. Thank you for listening, for being part of my network, and for allowing me to share my journey with you. I’m recording this from my home in Spain, with my dog at my feet and my family nearby, feeling incredibly lucky—but...

I’m finally back in the swing of things! After a brutal fight with the flu that started in Boston and followed me all the way home to Spain, I’ve had a lot of time to sit with my thoughts. It’s easy to feel stuck when you're trapped in a hotel room or bedridden, but a morning dive into Stoicism gave me the exact reality check I needed. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect...

"I don’t want to seem like I’m bragging." It’s the #1 objection Andy hears when teaching professionals how to build their personal brands. In this episode, Andy shares a life-changing lesson he learned from a workshop with consulting legend Alan Weiss in Atlanta. If you've ever held back from sharing your wins on LinkedIn or YouTube because you fear the "arrogant" label, this episode provides the...

If the thought of "networking" makes you want to hide under your desk, this episode is for you. Andy flips the script on the traditional image of throwing business cards around a crowded room. As he drafts a new chapter for his upcoming book, Own Your Future, he explains why online communities are the single most underrated tool for building a powerful network in 2026. Whether you are an introvert...

Is it time to break up with ChatGPT? In this episode, Andy shares why he officially canceled his Plus subscription and moved his "digital brain" over to Claude . Triggered by a major ethical divide in the 2026 AI landscape and a surprisingly easy migration process, Andy explores the practical differences between the two giants. Plus, a look at how he built a professional landing page in under five...

In today's episode I'm talking about the differences between extroverts and introverts and where you may need to push yourself outside of your comfort zone if you fall too far on one side or the other. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own...

In today's episode I'm talking about making the best of a bad situation, like being sick, which I was in this past week while traveling. It was rough but a signal that I needed to rest. I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website ( andystorch.com ) or LinkedIn . And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - o...

What happens when you’ve already "arrived"? During a recent keynote Q&A, Andy was hit with a curveball: "What if I already love my job and I don't want to do anything different?" While Andy usually preaches setting a vision for "what's next," he realizes that for many, "what's now" is exactly where they want to be. In this episode, Andy explores how to own your career without climbing a ladder...

In this thought-provoking episode, Andy challenges the traditional American mindset of "save now, live later." Drawing from the core philosophy of the book Die With Zero , he explores the reality that there are no right or wrong decisions—only trade-offs. Whether it’s moving your family across the world or taking a mid-career sabbatical, Andy discusses why "irresponsible" is often just a judgment...