The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

We have apps telling us who we should date, what music to listen to and which route to take to work, but no algorithm or AI can tell us who we should marry, where we should live or at what age we should have children. According to economist Russ Roberts, these decisions are borne of the necessity to solve life's wild problems. They aren't decisions made by us but rather by who we want to be. They...

In this remarkable episode of Unmistakable Creative, we have the pleasure of hosting the brilliant entrepreneur and innovator, Jim McKelvey. Prepare to be inspired as McKelvey shares his insights on building an unbeatable business one crazy idea at a time. McKelvey, the co-founder of Square, one of the world's leading payment processing companies, takes us on his entrepreneurial journey. From star...

George McGraw is the founder of DIGDEEP, a non-profit focused on solving the water crisis in America. There are 2.2 million+ Americans who don't have access to the sinks, showers and bathtubs that the rest of us take for granted. George shares the sobering financial and human cost of this dilemma and what needs to be done to fix it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The adjustment to college life can be difficult. You're expected to balance classes, social activities, and a newfound independence, all while trying to figure out who you are and what you want from life. In this episode of The Unmistakable Creativity Hour, we'll be giving freshmen-specific advice on how to make the most of their time in college. From making friends to studying effectively, we'll...

Dandapani realized at the age of 4 that he wanted be a monk. He saw it as the most efficient path to enlightenment. But it wasn’t until completing an electrical engineering degree and meeting his Guru that he joined a monastery, where he decided not to renew his vows after 10 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Melanie Salmon had been practicing medicine for over 40 years when she could no longer ignore the fact that treating psycho-emotional pain with pharmaceutical drugs was an inadequate fix to deeper problems. This is when she walked away from medicine in search of healing. Find out what she discovered and how today she has helped thousands of traumatized patients find peace and healing through Q...

Andrea Nakayama's passion for functional nutrition began through personal tragedy. Her husband, Isamu, was diagnosed with a fatal brain tumor with a life expectancy of 6 months while she was pregnant with their first child. It was through the trying experience of prolonging his life for another 2 years that she discovered a burning passion to transform the health industry. In this episode, you'll...

Success is often thought of in terms of numbers and metrics. But what numbers and metrics should you actually be focusing on? There are a lot of options out there, and it can be tough to know which ones are the most important. In this episode of The Unmistakable Creativity Hour, we'll discuss some key metrics that you should be measuring for success. We'll talk about why they're important, and how...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dan Millman, a world-renowned author and former world-champion athlete. Known for his book 'Way of the Peaceful Warrior,' which was adapted into a film in 2006, Millman shares his journey from being a gymnast and martial artist to becoming a yoga enthusiast and prolific author. His books, translated into 29 languages, have touched millions of lives wor...

Luvvie Ajayi Jones believes that in order to make any meaningful changes in our lives, we need to become troublemakers who are unafraid and unashamed. Luvvie is a professional troublemaker herself, inspiring others around the world to take up space, believe in themselves, challenge societal norms and live audaciously in spite of their circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In the episode, we discuss cognitive biases and how they can impact our lives. Cognitive biases are cognitive distortions that can lead to inaccurate judgments and decision-making. These cognitive distortions can cause us to make poor decisions, which can have a negative impact on our lives. Some of the most common cognitive biases include the sunk cost fallacy, cognitive dissonance, confirmation...

Dive into the world of unwavering focus with Dandapani, a renowned Hindu priest, entrepreneur, and former monk, in this enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative. Dandapani's unique insights and experiences from his monastic life offer a deeper understanding of how focus can transform our lives. He delves into the intricacies of the mind, explaining how we can harness and channel our energy ef...

In this episode, we're privileged to have Tiago Forte, a productivity expert and founder of Forte Labs. Tiago shares his profound insights on 'Building a Second Brain', a methodology he developed to help individuals become more productive and creative. He emphasizes the role of digital note-taking and knowledge management in achieving success. Tiago Forte is a thought leader in the realm of produc...

In any area of life, uncertainty is always going to be a factor. For some, it's what makes the work exciting – not knowing what's going to happen next. But for others, uncertainty can be paralyzing, preventing them from taking any action at all. In this episode of Unmistakable Creativity Hour, we explore ways to navigate uncertainty and make the most of it. To listen to the full episode, visit&nbs...

Steve Sims grew up poor and he was bitter about that as an adolescent. But little did he know that he was learning the cornerstones of what would mold him into the successful businessman he is today. He is the founder of Bluefish, the world’s first luxury concierge that delivers the highest level of personalized travel, transportation, and cutting-edge entertainment services. Hear his story and ho...

Aaron Dignan is using software to help scale new ways of working and expedite the decision making process of organizations. Discover the possibilities for transformation in the workplace and realize how we can use software like Murmur to revolutionize our slow and outdated systems. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

J. Brittany Wallace, a professional basketball player, shares the wisdom and lessons gained on her journey from zero to professional athlete. Learn how a professional athlete thinks about genetics, hard work and talent, the importance of not allowing your identity to be dependent on your accolades and why having a support system could be the missing key to your success. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Daniel Levin, Connectivity Expert and Author, shares a captivating recount of the life-changing events that lead him to write the book, The Mosaic, and become the person he is today. Throughout this discussion, Daniel talks about losing both his parents at a young age, choosing to walk away from H&R Block when he was 16, as well as discovering the true power of connection, and much, much more....

Dr. Masachs Boungou says that your personal history is not your past. It shapes who you are today and has the power to stir up a deeply moving and unshakable drive within you. Listen as Dr. Masachs shares his own personal history and how we can fulfill our true potential by embracing the history that shapes us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brandi Stanley joins us at the intersection of light and dark as we boldly dive into the unknowns of our existence. How do we feel alive despite the certainty of our demise? And is there any peace to be found amid the duality of life and death itself? Take a listen to hear Brandi's thoughts on this and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to an inspiring episode of Unmistakable Creative, featuring the brilliant Michael Bungay Stanier, a renowned coach and author, as we explore the path to unlocking greatness by embracing challenges. Join us as we delve into the transformative power of working on hard things and how it leads to personal and professional growth. Stanier shares his profound insights on the importance of tackli...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding your process and how it can lead to success in any business or creative endeavor. We talk about the different steps in the process and how taking the time to understand each one can help you move forward with confidence and achieve your goals. To listen to the full episode, visit  unmistakablecreative.com/backstage Hosted on Acast. S...

Tim Klein breaks down an evidence-based decision-making framework designed to help you make life's biggest decisions. Learn how to navigate the modern education system and ever-changing world of careers to find your purpose in life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone is on a hero's journey in life, including you. In this final installment of the wisdom series, you'll learn how to answer your call to adventure, overcome adversity and define success on your own terms. As a guide, we've chronicled the hero's journey from beginning to end with insights from former guests. We hope it'll inspire those of you still waiting in the wings, shine a light for any...

In world that has never been more susceptible to hype than it is today, Michael Schein teaches you how to create and leverage hype for your business, project or community. Uncover the strategies deployed by secret societies, propagandists, cult leaders and self-promoters and use them to your own advantage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.