The Futur with Chris Do

Mastering Sales: Unlocking Success with In-Person Workshops and Confident Conversations In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Jule Kim as they explore the vital elements of mastering sales, featuring upcoming in-person workshops in Miami and London for transformative change. This episode delves into effective sales conversations, highlighting common pitfalls such as inadequate listening, premat...

Reimagining Creativity In this episode, Chris Doe interviews John Roescher, founder of Raw Materials, a unique design company. John delves into his journey from founding Handsome to creating Raw Materials, highlighting the challenges of scaling a design agency while staying true to creative principles. He shares insights on fostering a culture of creativity, the importance of aligning with core be...

Creating Scarcity for Digital Products: How to Generate Demand In this solo episode, Chris Do discusses innovative strategies for creating demand and scarcity for digital products, even when supply is seemingly infinite. Drawing on insights from Daniel Priestly, Chris explains the importance of setting hard caps on product availability and the psychological effects of scarcity on consumer behavior...

Empowering Female Designers In this special episode of The Futur Podcast, host Chris Do converses with Anna Dower and Emma Kate, founders of the Designer Boss Summit. They share their journey from graphic designers to successful mentors, revealing how they launched an empowering online summit for designers worldwide. Amid discussions on overcoming imposter syndrome, fostering community, and levera...

Fundamentals of Sales In this engaging episode, Chris Do speaks with John Driscoll, CEO and co-founder of Naked Development. John shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his childhood entrepreneurial ventures to becoming an early adopter of mobile apps. They discuss foundational sales skills, the importance of being genuine and honest in business, and how to cultivate trust...

Big Domino Effect In this episode, Chris Do is joined by Andrew and Pete to discuss their journey from aspiring entrepreneurs to hosting one of Europe’s largest business conferences, Atomicon. They emphasize the power of ‘the remarkable ask’ and setting colossal goals to expedite success. The duo shares their strategies for growing their business, the value of building community-driven events, and...

The Truth About Clickbait In this solo episode, Chris Do explores the nuances of clickbait and its impact on audience trust. He discusses the fine line between sensational headlines that deliver and misleading clickbait that damages credibility. Chris shares insights on creating engaging content without compromising core values, offering practical advice for maintaining integrity while attracting...

The Spectrum of Communication: In this episode, Chris Do welcomes Erwin McManus to discuss the art and essence of communication. They delve into personal stories, including their initial meeting and McManus's upcoming book 'The Seven Frequencies of Communication.' McManus shares insights on how humans perceive communication through frequencies rather than just words, and the importance of connecti...

Unlocking Authenticity In this episode, Chris Do engages in an enlightening conversation with Corey Poirier, a seasoned speaker, author, and advocate for authenticity. Corey shares his compelling journey from a small-town background and starting late in life to becoming a notable speaker with five TED Talks and multiple books under his belt. The discussion revolves around the importance of being t...

The Aesthetics of Logo Design In this solo episode, Chris Do discusses the aesthetics and design principles of the Under Armour logo, explaining why he finds it visually unappealing despite its conceptual strengths. Chris explores the importance of creating logos that are versatile, timeless, and follow universal design principles. He also shares insights on the significance of trends, fads, and t...

Unlocking Speaking Skills In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Brenden Kumarasamy, founder of MasterTalk, discusses his evolution from an aspiring accountant to a communication expert. He highlights the role of motivation in overcoming the fear of public speaking, and shares practical exercises to improve communication skills. Brenden also differentiates between handling prepared and unpr...

A Journey of Unexpected Growth In this episode, host Chris Do shares his journey from a reluctance to engage in media to embracing the power of podcasts. Chris recounts how he initially resisted creating podcast content and how he overcame his hesitation, realizing the intimate and impactful nature of audio storytelling. He reflects on the early days of his career, his experiences with public spea...

Building Trust In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Jule Kim, and they explore the intricacies of the sales process and the transformative power of discipline, trust, and mentorship. They discuss the common sales pitfalls, emphasizing the importance of building initial trust with clients, listening to their needs, and aligning with their goals. Chris recounts personal experiences with cli...

Pricing Evolution In this episode, host Chris Do interviews Michael Angelo, the owner of San Antonio Video Productions, about his career transition from a salaried employee to a full-time entrepreneur. Starting at the age of 15, Michael gained experience freelancing while in college and eventually landed a gig in outdoor television. Michael discusses his journey, the lessons learned from holding a...

Design, Technology, and the Future In this episode, host Chris Do and Ian Dawson explore the evolution of broadcast design from the 90s to the present, focusing on the impact of new technologies like artificial intelligence, Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR). Ian shares stories from his early career at Novacom, discusses pivotal industry changes, and examines challenges faced by pro...

The Power of Words In this episode, host Chris Do interviews Phil M. Jones, a renowned business communication and sales expert, and author of 'Exactly What to Say.' Phil shares his journey from young entrepreneur to successful author and speaker, discussing his creative strategies and frameworks developed from extensive experience in senior sales leadership, real estate, and sales training. Highli...

Beyond Time Sheets In this episode, host Chris Do features a deep dive into the transformation of pricing and positioning strategies within the advertising and professional services industries, guided by insights from Tim Williams, founder of Ignition Consulting Group. Williams discusses the flawed nature of hourly billing and advocates for a value-based pricing model that focuses on the outputs o...

It’s All About Embracing Your Authentic Self In this episode, Chris Do is interviewed on Omar El-Takrori’s podcast called The Dept. w/ Omar El-Takrori, and they explore the intricate labyrinth of personal branding, public speaking, and the role of AI in today's creative and marketing industries. Chris Do shares profound insights on the essence of knowing oneself and the power of emotional connecti...

A Creative's Path Through Uncertainty In this episode, host Chris Do interviews Matt Bretz, a creative leader navigating his career transition after being laid off from Ayzenberg, where he served as the Chief Creative Officer. Matt discusses the importance of transparency during transitions, the emotional rollercoaster of leaving a job, and the significance of maintaining personal and professional...

The Art of Learning by Teaching In this episode, host Chris Do delves into the personal and professional growth journey of graphic designer James Barnard, focusing on the importance of authenticity, transparency, and the willingness to learn in public. By sharing his own experiences, including the initial struggle with an Adobe Illustrator tool, Barnard highlights the positive impacts of admitting...

Beyond Connections In this episode, host Chris Do delves into the secrets behind successful LinkedIn profiles and growth strategies with guest Sam Browne, an entrepreneur from Auckland, New Zealand, who achieved an impressive feat of growing his LinkedIn following by 50,000 in one year. Sam shares his journey from starting various businesses to finding a successful formula on LinkedIn involving co...

Mastering Marketing & Time In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with marketing expert and bestselling author Allan Dib shares his journey from immigrant to marketing and IT success, emphasizing the power of a positive mindset towards money and marketing. Allan discusses the essence of Lean Marketing, drawing from lean manufacturing to advocate for efficiency and waste reduction in marketing ef...

In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Robert Katai, founder of the B2B Creator Newsletter, as he discusses a transformative strategy for brands aiming to achieve significant growth without solely relying on paid advertising or traditional marketing channels. He emphasizes the shift from conventional approaches to investing in in-house creators. In-house creators, who could be any employee...

The Art of Lead Generation In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Daniel Priestley as he shares valuable lessons from his career on the significance of lead generation, supplemented by practical approaches and the use of success stories to illustrate point. Furthermore, he introduces an affordable, globally accessible tool aimed at creators and entrepreneurs, encouraging immediate action to...

Elevating Experiences In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Paul Hoke, an unconventional master of wedding entertainment, who reveals the art of creating deeply personalized and memorable wedding experiences. Going beyond the traditional DJ and entertainment role, Paul shares his unique approach to engaging with clients—through listening, silence, and understanding their backstories—to cra...