The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show

Dr. Will Cole is a renowned medical practitioner, New York Times best-selling author, and health advisor. He specializes in functional medicine, which looks at the underlying causes of health issues and focuses on preventive measures that can help keep the body in balance. Highlights from our conversation: The basics of functional medicine Understanding how physical and mental health are interrela...

Bad days happen to everyone, but they don't have to stay bad. When we allow small stresses or bad moments to take over our day and consume our thoughts, it can have a negative effect on our mindset. Our brains are hardwired to focus more on the negative, so when we dwell on the small things, they become much bigger in our minds. This causes us to panic and overreact, creating an even worse situati...

Not enough people are saying this, but we need to stop making decisions based on other people's perceptions and assumptions. When it comes to creating success as an entrepreneur, the risk of following other people's paths to success is that you reach the top of your ladder and realize it's leaning against the wrong wall. You're not living the vision you thought you were going to be living.  The en...

Have you ever started a project and felt inspired and motivated, only to find yourself lost in the middle of your creative endeavor? You know the place I'm talking about: the messy nebulous phase of creativity in between vision and reality. It's where ideas get watered down and the unknown starts to creep in. In this episode we dive a bit more into this nebulous process and discuss some strategies...

Steven Kotler has got this aging thing down. An award-winning author,  two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, he is considered  one of the world's leading experts on flow states and human performance. In this episode, Steven and I sit down to discuss his first-hand insights on unlocking peak performance and aging gracefully. Highlights from our con...

Do you struggle with self-doubt and shame when it comes to sharing your creative work? In this episode, we explore how to cultivate a sharing mindset. Even if we are proud of what we've made, we still often feel an overpowering desire to hide. We might drop our work limply onto the floor and slink away, instead of holding it up for everyone to see. In this episode: Sharing and Shame [00:00:05 - 00...

Oksana Masters is a world-renowned Paralympic medalist, author, and motivational speaker. She has won a total of 17 Paralympic medals - seven of which are gold - as well as multiple world and national titles in a variety of sports. I recently had the honor of speaking with Oksana about her life, achievements and the inspiring message in her new book, 'The Hard Parts: From Chernobyl to Paralympic C...

Do you find yourself constantly held back by the fear of rejection or failure? It's a feeling that's all too familiar for many of us. The reality is that fear of rejection is absolutely pervasive in our culture, and it's something that can be incredibly difficult to overcome. But what if there was a way to turn rejection into a tool for personal growth and success? What if, instead of trying and f...

In this episode, we're sitting down with the incredible marketing executive and influencer Bozoma Saint John to chat about grief, self-reinvention, and living urgently. Bozoma Saint John is an extremely talented businesswoman and marketer who has achieved success in the corporate world and beyond. She  has held various executive roles at companies like Apple, Beats Music and Uber,  where she quick...

Have you ever said "yes" to a project (no matter how small) and really dreaded it? In fact, you end up wondering why you didn't just say no? Creatives often face a unique challenge when it comes to saying "no": knowing what to prioritize and not letting fear of missing out take over. When you say yes for the wrong reasons (even if we'll intentioned), you're working against the things you really wa...

While there may not be an instruction manual for life as a whole, Cyndie Spiegel's new book, Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life Is Not Okay, has hope covered. The storyteller and writer recently sat down with me to discuss her personal journey in understanding the power of positivity and how she used this to build resilience in challenging times. Highlights from our conversation: Makin...

Hustle is stupid. I leanred this the hard way. Without the right focus and vision, burning the candle at both ends will only leave you burnt out and unable to do what matters most to you. It won't get you what you want (not really) and certainly won't make you happy. In this episode, we dive into some hard earned lessons, and a quick reminder of how to stay in the long-game that is our career. Enj...

Timothy Goodman is a highly accomplished creator, artist, and designer. His work has been featured in countless magazines and respected publications, with clients that range from Nike to The New York Times. His new memoir, 'I Always Think It's Forever: A Love Story Set in Paris as Told by An Unreliable Narrator' was released in January of this year.   On this episode of the podcast, Timothy shares...

For me, happiness has always been inextricably linked with creativity, the two enjoying a direct relationship. The happier I am, the more creative I am. Or more metaphysically speaking, the happier I am, the more open I am to inspiration and creativity.  In this episode, we're exploring one of my creative inspirations: writing. Writing isn't always an easy medium for me but every time I consistent...

Despite having dropped out of two colleges and being told his ways of  thinking were never going to amount to anything, James Victore has become one of the most respected and sought-after graphic designers in the world. In this podcast, we sit down to discuss his background, mindset and philosophy as it relates to achieving success as a creator. Highlights from our conversation: James' strict upbr...

Did you set intentions or goals for the New Year? If you're coming up a little short only a month in, you're not alone. But you're also not optionless. In this episode, I discuss how we can use the IDEA framework from my book Creative Calling to enable your progress towards success. Highlights: Explaining the IDEA framework and what it's designed to do Getting started with the idea framework by kn...

Kelly McGonigal knows stress. As a psychologist, speaker and author of The Upside of Stress, she helps people build better relationships with the natural reactions that can create emotional overwhelm. In this episode, she joins me to discuss her research on stress, emotions and how to effectively cope. Highlights from our conversation: Addressing stress and its many misconceptions The 'stress mind...

Here's something that's been on my mind a lot lately: We're constantly bombarded with tips and tricks on how to do more, more more, but what if all that productivity gibberish actually misses the mark?  In this episode, I share what I believe is more powerful than optimizing our productive output. In fact, when I think about the biggest leaps in my career, it's not a result of how many to do's of...

Chase Jarvis and best-selling author David Epstein discuss human performance, creativity, and the pros and cons of specialization in a career. David, a former sports journalist and the author of "The Sports Gene" and "Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World," says that early specialization can be counterproductive and that having a wide variety of talents is necessary to succeed in a...

A creative mindset is not only about managing downside risk; it's also critical to use your mind to go on the offensive.  How can you keep your mind open, happy, and positive? In this quick little episode, I share my 6 powerful mantras I've used to help me create a stable creative mindset. Enjoy!

Julia is the best-selling author of over 40 books including "The Artist's Way," which has been translated into over 40 languages and sold over 5 million copies. She is a poet, songwriter, filmmaker and playwright and is commonly referred to as "The Godmother" or "High Priestess" of creativity. In our conversation, Julia shares her insights and tools on how to be creative without being perfect. She...

In this week's episode, I delve into the importance of play and experimentation in a creative career. I discuss how personal work can lead to new opportunities and help you better understand your own interests and goals. I also offer some practical advice on how to balance commercial work with personal projects, and how to know when it's time to move on from a creative endeavor. This is a continua...

Chase Jarvis and productivity expert Chris Bailey explore the power of calm in an anxious world in this thought-provoking podcast. From the impact of digital worlds on our anxiety levels to the dangers of overstimulation, Chris shares his personal journey through burnout and anxiety and offers practical strategies for finding peace and productivity. Chris, the bestselling author of "Hyperfocus" an...

Are you someone with so many competing interests and ideas, you're not sure where to focus or how to build these passions into a single career? You're not alone. This week I'm diving into two questions from the community. The first question explores this very popular question. I deconstruct how some of the top performers have built unconventional paths to shape their passions into successful caree...

If you've felt the stress of the last few years, you wouldn't be alone. Whether it's from work, school, family or financial issues, stress is a part of life for almost everyone. Fortunately, Dr. Elissa Epel, Professor of Epidemiology and Psychology at the University of California in San Francisco, has some scientifically-proven advice for managing it better.  In today's episode, she joins me to di...