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My guest today is Dr. Romie Mushtaq who is a board-certified physician who brings together more than two decades of leadership in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness. She is the author of the recently published book, The Busy Brain Cure.
Dr. Romie offers a fresh approach to understanding stress, anxiety, and burnout from the perspective of a brain doctor. In our conversation, Dr. Romie and I talk about what she calls 'busy brain,' a condition stemming from unchecked stress and burnout, and how these can lead to burnout without us even realizing it. We dive deep into the symptoms of a busy brain and I reveal the score I got when I took Dr. Romie’s Busy Brain Test. We discuss what circumstances led to that score and she introduces me to the concept of Caregiver Burnout which was revelatory to me.
Dr. Romie knows the science of the busy brain but she also shows her deep empathy for anyone who may appear to have it all together but inside you are falling apart. She wants you to know that you are not alone and there is help. Dr. Romie provides your next steps to understanding your own chronic stresses to help you create a personalized path to healing.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Dr. Romie's origin story and what led her to write her bookHow modern society repackages meditation, mindfulness, healing as some 'new age cure' without addressing the real problemThe difference between acute and chronic stressWhat is Hormetic stressThe Busy Brain TestThe differences between anxiety, depression and burnoutKEY TAKE AWAY: Only trained professionals can diagnose depression, anxiety, and burnout.The top reasons for depressionWhat are the symptoms of a busy brainHow medications can lead to stimulant-sedative cycleThe root cause of burnoutHow to practice non-attachment without detaching yourself from your goalsUseful Resources Mentioned:The Busy Brain Test
Ep188: How Your Gut Health is the Key to Unlocking a Healthier & Happier You | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Ep152: Understanding the Difference Between Integrative & Traditional Medicine | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Ep95: On the Frontlines with COVID-19, How to Boost Your Immunity, & Testing Safely | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Continue to Listen & LearnEp254: The Ugly Truth About Burnout (Even When You’re Unemployed), and How to Build Immunity From It | with Dr. Kandi Wiens
Ep237: A New Approach to Relieving Stress & Anxiety (and Improving “Emotional” Health) | with Nick Wignall
Ep42: How to Reverse Depression, Anxiety, and ADD at the Genetic Level | with Dr. Ben Lynch
Ep226: The Benefits of Mindfulness & Therapy (and How to Know Which One You Need) | with Seth Gillihan
Ep26: The Power of a ‘Mindfulness’ Practice | with Dr. Swati Desai
Ep170: How to Avoid Burnout and Live a More ‘Effortless’ Life | with Greg McKeown
Severance Is Not Only the Dystopian Future of Workplace Burnout…In Many Ways We’re Already There
The difference between exhaustion and burnout (and my dirty little secret)
Ep64: [CASE STUDY] Overcoming Burnout and Imposter Syndrome | with Chryss Terry
Ep47: The Ugly Side of Depression, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome | with Gen Malone
Ep03: The Science Behind Success and Creative Burnout (And Why You’re Approaching Both Mostly Wrong) | with Eric Barker
Ep82: Real Talk About Mental Health and Depression | with Michael Kammes
Ep01: Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Guest Bio:Dr. Romie Mushtaq
Dr. Romie Mushtaq is a board-certified physician who brings together more than two decades of leadership in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness. She is an award-winning speaker working with Fortune 500 companies, professional athletes, & global associations. Her brainSHIFT programs improve mental well-being and help to build a culture of wellness. Dr. Romie serves as Chief Wellness Officer for Evolution Hospitality, where she scaled a mindfulness & wellness program to over 7,000 employees. Her expertise is featured in the national media, such as NPR, NBC, TED talks, and Forbes. Her first book, The Busy Brain Cure is published by Harper Collins in January 2024.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Dr. Kandi Wiens, Director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Masters in Medical Education Program and co-founder of Big Sky Leadership Labs. But what brought her to my attention is her book, Burnout Immunity, and her perspective on the subject.
My conversation with Dr. Wiens starts deep and goes deeper with both of us admitting to feeling burned out right out of the gate. This isn’t two experts who have it all figured out spouting advice from the mountain top. This is a very real conversation talking about burnout from the trenches. Dr. Wiens takes us deep into the psychology of burnout to gain an understanding of its root causes. We explore why we tend to drive ourselves to burnout, even when we may be unemployed or underemployed. Dr. Wiens reveals how the term burnout is often overused and that sometimes, we might not be burned out at all. More importantly, Dr. Wiens and I talk about the strategies and tools you can use to develop burnout immunity so you can build resilience and heal your relationship with your work and live a more balanced, fulfilling life.
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Here's What You'll Learn:How Dr. Wiens personal experience led her from being a management consultant to studying burnoutHow past experiences affect how we deal with stress and also hold ourselves backWhat is Emotion Focus Coping and how we can shift away from it to taking 'control' of our stressThe root cause of burnout and why it's important to knowWhat drives us to burnout (without us realizing it)?Burnout versus Overextension and why it's important to know the differenceHow to know your degree of burnoutWhat are protective patterns when dealing with burnoutHow we can be burned out even without a jobWhat is Burnout Immunity and how to develop itHow to self-regulate and change your mindsetUseful Resources Mentioned:A Classic Case of Post-Production Burnout
I Was Tired of Putting My Kids to Bed via FaceTime Every Night. Here’s What I Did About It.
Are You Burned Out? Or Is It Something Else?
Burnout Risk Assessment | Kandi Wiens
Ep224: Managing & Alleviating Chronic Pain with…Creativity? | with Anna Holtzman
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Continue to Listen & LearnEp170: How to Avoid Burnout and Live a More ‘Effortless’ Life | with Greg McKeown
Severance Is Not Only the Dystopian Future of Workplace Burnout…In Many Ways We’re Already There
Ep147: [CASE STUDY] From Total Burnout to Shooting for the Moon (Literally) | with David J. Turner
The difference between exhaustion and burnout (and my dirty little secret)
Ep64: [CASE STUDY] Overcoming Burnout and Imposter Syndrome | with Chryss Terry
Ep47: The Ugly Side of Depression, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome | with Gen Malone
Ep03: The Science Behind Success and Creative Burnout (And Why You’re Approaching Both Mostly Wrong) | with Eric Barker
How I burned out as a burnout coach (and then bounced back)
So You’re Burned Out…Now What? [7 Ways to Climb Out of the Hole]
7 Red Flags You Might Be Burned Out (Or You’re Headed There)
Ep82: Real Talk About Mental Health and Depression | with Michael Kammes
Ep01: Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Guest Bio:Dr. Kandi Wiens
Kandi Wiens, EdD is the Director of the University of Pennsylvania’s Masters in Medical Education Program and the Penn Health Professions Education Certificate Program. As a sought-after international speaker, Dr. Wiens is co-founder and chief research officer of Big Sky Leadership Labs, where she leads and conducts evidence-based research on executive performance, emotional intelligence, burnout, and resilience. Her work has been prominently featured in the Harvard Business Review and in several Harvard Business Review Press books.
A Senior Fellow at Penn, Dr. Wiens is Academic Director of the PennCLO Master’s Program and teaches various graduate-level and executive-format courses. She has designed and delivered over 2,000 leadership development programs focused on helping leaders build and leverage their emotional and social intelligence to amplify their positive impact and protect themselves from burnout.
Dr. Wiens holds a doctorate from the Penn Chief Learning Officer executive doctoral program at the University of Pennsylvania, an M.B.A. from the University of Oregon, and a B.S. in business administration from Montana State University.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Gay Hendricks who is a psychologist and leader in the fields of personal growth, relationship transformation and bodymind therapies for more than 45 years. He is the author of numerous bestsellers, including The Big Leap, The Genius Zone, and Conscious Loving.
In our conversation, Gay and I talk about what he calls the Upper Limit Problem - a concept in which we ourselves tend to sabotage our own successes, preventing us from reaching our own full potential. We dive deep into how the Upper Limit Problem works in order to better understand where it's coming from and more importantly, how to overcome it. Gay walks us through some of the strategies described in his book, The Big Leap Year, to break through the upper limit problem and reach an area he calls The Genius Zone where you can grow in your own innate creativity and live a more fulfilling life.
If you feel that something keeps holding you back from your own breakthrough, I highly recommend that you listen to my conversation with Gay Hendricks as well as read his books, The Genius Zone and The Big Leap Year. He offers life-altering strategies in order for you to end negative thinking so you can live more freely in your own genius zone and creative fulfillment.
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Here's What You'll Learn:What is the Upper Limit Problem?How Gay discovered the Upper Limit ProblemKEY TAKEAWAY: The Upper Limit Problem affects even the highest functioning peopleHow the upper limit problem worksHow to identify where our limiting beliefs are coming from and why knowing this can help us overcome our upper limit problemThe four zones of life where we spend our timeWhat is the Genius Zone?How to find your genius zoneHow does the Woo Woo factor play a role in the upper limit problem?Useful Resources Mentioned:Gay Hendricks’ Books
Continue to Listen & LearnEp252: Find Your Creativity by Finding Your Why | with Dr. Mark Shrime
Ep161: Managing Limiting Beliefs, Imposter Syndrome, and all the “Chatter” In Our Heads | with Ethan Kross
Ep132: How to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
Ep75: The Four Tendencies’ (aka ‘The Matrix’ For Understanding Yourself & Others) | with Gretchen Rubin
Ep216: Chase Jarvis On Building Your Network of ‘A-Gamers,’ Designing the Life You Want, and Fulfilling Your ‘Creative Calling’
Ep03: The Science Behind Success and Creative Burnout (And Why You’re Approaching Both Mostly Wrong) | with Eric Barker
Ep226: The Benefits of Mindfulness & Therapy (and How to Know Which One You Need) | with Seth Gillihan
Ep217: How to Live a Better Life Simply by Asking Better Questions | with Marc Champagne
Ep178: How to Manage An Identity Crisis (Especially When You Know You’re Meant For Something More) | with Erica Wernick
Guest Bio:Gay Hendricks
Gay Hendricks has served for more than 30 years as one of the major contributors to the fields of relationship transformation and bodymind therapies. Along with his wife, Dr. Kathlyn Hendricks, Gay is the author of many bestsellers, including Conscious Loving, At The Speed Of Life, The Big Leap, and the New York Times bestseller, Five Wishes. Dr. Hendricks received his Ph.D. in counseling psychology from Stanford in 1974. After a twenty-one-year career as a professor at University Colorado, he founded The Hendricks Institute, and later co-founded its charitable organization, Foundation for Conscious Living. He was also the founder of a virtual learning center for transformation and a publishing company and was a co-founder of a conscious entertainment company. Throughout his career he has done executive coaching with more than 800 executives, including the top management at such firms as Dell Computer, Hewlett Packard, Motorola and KLM. His book, The Corporate Mystic, is used widely to train management in combining business skills and personal development tools.
Gay is also a mystery novelist, with a series of five books featuring the Tibetan-Buddhist private detective, Tenzing Norbu. In recent years he has co-created a popular podcast called The Big Leap with Gay Hendricks and Mike Koenigs. He has appeared on more than 500 radio and television shows, including OPRAH, CNN, CNBC, 48 HOURS and others.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Dr. Mark G. Shrime, who is the author of the book, Solving for Why: A Surgeon's Journey to Discover the Transformative Power of Purpose. You might wonder why I’m talking to a surgeon on a podcast about creativity and living a fulfilling life, but as you’ll learn, Dr. Shrime is also a sought-after speaker helping others find meaningful career paths. In this conversation, you will discover how to take risks, make tough decisions, and listen to your heart in order to live a life of passion, meaning, and purpose.
Dr. Shrime explains the power of solving your why so you can get unstuck and move onto the right path. He lays out 4 questions and a 3 step plan to help you live a life aligned with your passions, skills, and values. . He also shares how to overcome the decision paralysis that is keeping you on the wrong path.
If you're stuck in an unfulfilling job or feel like you’re not living to your full potential, this conversation could be the first step towards the rewarding life you deserve.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Dr. Shrime's origin story and the three ethics he had to unlearnWhat is moral injury and how it affects our lifeDr. Shrime's epiphany of what he really wanted to do after 15 years of doing a job he hatedKEY TAKEAWAY: Intention is the key to constructing a fulfilling lifeThe importance of knowing your why and how it changes your perspective of the path you are onThe three-step process to solving your whyThe 'Gary Parker Rule' and how it can help you in your decision-makingDr. Shrime's American Ninja Warrior story: Lessons about failure and how you perceive yourselfThe four questions to answer to understand your path in lifeHow to live in alignment with your whyWhat to do if you fail to build your life around your purposeBIG MYTH: The next decision must be the right oneUseful Resources Mentioned:Ep152: Understanding the Difference Between Integrative & Traditional Medicine | with Dr. Edison de Mello
Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes - William Bridges
Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life - Richard Rohr
Start With Why - Simon Sinek
Ep218: How to Know (Without a Doubt) If It’s Time to Quit | with Annie Duke
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
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Continue to Listen & LearnEp48: Feeling Lost? It’s Time to ‘Find Your Why’ | with David Mead
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep132: How to Pursue Fulfilling Work and Find Your ‘Calling’ | with Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar
Ep06: Defining Your Purpose and Living Large | with Tony Horton
Ep240: Stop Delaying Your Dreams and Live a Life Rich in Experiences | with Bridget Hilton & Joe Huff
Ep242: A Mental Performance Expert on Shifting Your Mindset to Endure Setbacks | with Derin ‘DMac’ McMains
Ep228: The Link Between Telling Your Story & Identifying Your Purpose (And How to Do Both) | with Dan Davis
[CASE STUDY] Why I Said No to a Job (A Great One)…During a Pandemic
Ep198: Terrified to Make a Big Change In Your Life? Start By “Showing Up Small” | with Eddy Roche
Ep169: Why Becoming a Failure is Essential to Success | with Alex Weber, ANW
Ep143: Mastering the “Chess Mindset” to Achieve Any Difficult Goal (and Get Really Good at Failing Along the Way) | with Misha Tenenbaum
Ep36: How to Accomplish Your ‘One Thing’ Every Day | with Jay Papasan
Guest Bio:Dr. Mark Shrime
Dr. Mark G. Shrime is the International Chief Medical Officer at Mercy Ships and a Lecturer in Global Health and Social Medicine at the Harvard Medical School. He is the author of Solving for Why: A Surgeon's Journey to Discover the Transformative Power of Purpose (Hachette 2022).
He previously served as the O’Brien Chair of Global Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, as the founder and Director of the Center for Global Surgery Evaluation at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, and as Research Director for the Program in Global Surgery and Social Change at Harvard.
He has spoken at the United Nations, WHO, Harvard, Princeton, and around the world addressing issues of healthcare inequity, moral injury in the healthcare workforce, and the non-health outcomes of health policies. In 2018, he was awarded the Arnold P. Gold Humanism in Medicine Award by the American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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Given the vast uncertainty in the job market over the last year, it can feel near impossible to both structure your time so you actually feel productive and also manage your finances so you have the confidence you’ll weather this storm.
That’s why the Optimizer team & I have put together this Top 5 series the Creative’s Guide to Time & Financial Freedom. We have chosen my most relevant conversations with some of the world’s experts on both time & financial management to help you gain a little more control in a world that feels very out of control. These episodes are packed with actionable tips from brilliant minds who understand the unique challenges faced by freelancers and creatives, both inside and outside, of the entertainment industry.
If you haven’t already, make sure to visit optimizeyourself.me/podcast to download your very own customized podcast playlist based on your goals.
Without further adieu, here is the final part of this five-interview series with Silvia Inks. She’s the founder of SMI Financial Coaching where she helps people organize their finances so they can sleep easy at night and focus on the things they love instead of worrying about their money.
You can find the original show notes for this interview at optimizeyourself.me/episode43.
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Given the vast uncertainty in the job market over the last year, it can feel near impossible to both structure your time so you actually feel productive and also manage your finances so you have the confidence you’ll weather this storm.
That’s why the Optimizer team & I have put together this Top 5 series the Creative’s Guide to Time & Financial Freedom. We have chosen my most relevant conversations with some of the world’s experts on both time & financial management to help you gain a little more control in a world that feels very out of control. These episodes are packed with actionable tips from brilliant minds who understand the unique challenges faced by freelancers and creatives, both inside and outside, of the entertainment industry.
If you haven’t already, make sure to visit optimizeyourself.me/podcast to download your very own customized podcast playlist based on your goals.
Without further adieu, here is the fourth part of this five interview series with financial expert, Mike Michalowicz. Mike is the author of Profit First, which is an essential guide to organizing your finances, especially if you are a freelancer in the gig economy. This conversation breaks down his financial system designed specifically for freelancers & entrepreneurs, and this is the same system I use to manage all of my money, both business and personal. It’s game changing stuff…
You can find the original show notes for this interview at optimizeyourself.me/episode88.
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Given the vast uncertainty in the job market over the last year, it can feel near impossible to both structure your time so you actually feel productive and also manage your finances so you have the confidence you’ll weather this storm.
That’s why the Optimizer team & I have put together this Top 5 series the Creative’s Guide to Time & Financial Freedom. We have chosen my most relevant conversations with some of the world’s experts on both time & financial management to help you gain a little more control in a world that feels very out of control. These episodes are packed with actionable tips from brilliant minds who understand the unique challenges faced by freelancers and creatives, both inside and outside, of the entertainment industry.
If you haven’t already, make sure to visit optimizeyourself.me/podcast to download your very own customized podcast playlist based on your goals.
Without further adieu, here is the third part of this five interview series with author and productivity expert, Matt Sandrini. Matt and I discuss how you can invest your time just as you would invest your money and why the idea of work-life balance is a myth (and what you should aim for instead).
You can find the original show notes for this interview at optimizeyourself.me/episode77.
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Given the vast uncertainty in the job market over the last year, it can feel near impossible to both structure your time so you actually feel productive and also manage your finances so you have the confidence you’ll weather this storm.
That’s why the Optimizer team & I have put together this Top 5 series the Creative’s Guide to Time & Financial Freedom. We have chosen my most relevant conversations with some of the world’s experts on both time & financial management to help you gain a little more control in a world that feels very out of control. These episodes are packed with actionable tips from brilliant minds who understand the unique challenges faced by freelancers and creatives, both inside and outside, of the entertainment industry.
If you haven’t already, make sure to visit optimizeyourself.me/podcast to download your very own customized podcast playlist based on your goals.
Without further adieu, here is the second part of this five-interview series with Laura Vanderkam who is the author of All the Money in the World: What the Happiest People Know About Wealth. Despite the book being ten years old, the information is timeless and this conversation will help you see the relationship between time, money, and happiness in a whole new way.
The original show notes for this conversation can be found at optimizeyourself.me/episode241.
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Given the vast uncertainty in the job market over the last year, it can feel near impossible to both structure your time so you actually feel productive and also manage your finances so you have the confidence you’ll weather this storm.
That’s why the Optimizer team & I have put together this Top 5 series the Creative’s Guide to Time & Financial Freedom. We have chosen my most relevant conversations with some of the world’s experts on both time & financial management to help you gain a little more control in a world that feels very out of control. These episodes are packed with actionable tips from brilliant minds who understand the unique challenges faced by freelancers and creatives, both inside and outside, of the entertainment industry.
If you haven’t already, make sure to visit optimizeyourself.me/podcast to download your very own customized podcast playlist based on your goals.
Without further adieu, here is episode one of my five-part interview series with Ramit Sethi, founder of I Will Teach You to Be Rich, and author of the New York Times bestseller of the same name. In this conversation, Ramit, who is also my business mentor, delivers a slew of actionable steps you can take to design a richer life for yourself far beyond the spreadsheet.
The original show notes for this conversation can be found at optimizeyourself.me/episode105.
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My guest today is composer and music editor Shie Rozow whose lifelong passion for music and storytelling led him to work on over 150 feature films including The Flash, The Lost City, Guardians of the Galaxy and Hustle & Flow. Shie has earned 17 Golden Reel Award Nominations, winning for his work on Chicago (as assistant music editor), IMAX: Deep Sea, and Wu Tang: An American Saga along with 4 Telly Awards for his scores to Matt and Maya, Lost Time, One Day You’ll Go Blind, and Body Language: Bill Shannon.
But here's the thing: Shie's journey isn't your typical award-winning musician, child prodigy story. In fact, Shie shares that he couldn't even read music when he applied to music school. You’ll learn how his passion and determination have allowed him to grow and thrive as a creative professional despite the ups and downs of the volatile entertainment industry. Shie has discovered how to diversify his skills, interests, and passions in order to make himself irreplaceable.
In addition to diversifying his skills, Shie has made it a point to build meaningful, genuine relationships. He generously shares the strategies he uses to maintain them and these are some of the best warm outreach strategies I’ve ever heard!
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Here's What You'll Learn:How Shie got a scholarship at Berklee College of Music despite his 'not-so-good' application & auditionHow college prepares you for the real world according to ShieWhy Shie said 'yes' to so many different things throughout his careerThe importance of diversifying your skills both in and outside of workHow to be irreplaceable by AI based on Shie's years of industry experienceKEY TAKEAWAY: How to respond to rejections without the negative impactWhy building relationships is way better than networkingThe BEST WARM outreach strategies I’ve ever heard!Why Shie never landed a job from cold outreachWhy Shie wrote a book about music primarily for filmmakers (not just musicians)Useful Resources Mentioned:EditFest 2023: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Art of Editing
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Shie Rozow's Books (enter the coupon code 'Optimize' at checkout for $5 off)
Continue to Listen & LearnEp250: The Creative’s Guide to Understanding AI and Leveraging AI to Build Workflows & Optimize Your Creativity | with Rob Howard
Ep246: Building a Career Beyond Your Job Title, Strategically Crafting Your Story, and Diversifying Your Career Portfolio | with Jeff Bartsch
Ep231: How to Become Resilient In the Face of Change (and Manage an Identity Crisis) | with Brad Stulberg
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep221: How to Be an Irreplaceable Creative in the Emerging World of Artificial Intelligence | with Srinivas Rao
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep205: Using the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris Vogler
Ep59: The Craft of Film Composing (And Working with Composers) | with Joseph Trapanese
Ep248: Make Yourself Memorable: How to Leave an Impression, Build Your Network, & Get Hired | with Carole Kirschner
Guest Bio:Shie Rozow
Composer and music editor Shie Rozow (pronounced Shy ro-zov) has taken a different path than most leading him to work on over 150 feature films including major international blockbusters like The Flash, The Lost City, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Hustle & Flow.
Armed with over 25 years of industry experience and driven by his lifelong passion for music and storytelling, Shie has earned 17 Golden Reel Award Nominations, winning for his work on Chicago (as assistant music editor), IMAX: Deep Sea, and Wu Tang: An American Saga along with 4 Telly Awards for his scores to Matt and Maya, Lost Time, One Day You’ll Go Blind, and Body Language: Bill Shannon. He brings his inexhaustible talent and natural ear for music to every story, weaving a rich musical narrative that compliments the filmmaker’s vision and unlocks new layers of depth.
Equally skilled working in film, TV, and video games, Shie has contributed his talent on hundreds of hours of TV including Desperate Housewives, Arrow, and The CW’s Stargirl, along with Amazon’s anthology series Welcome to the Blumhouse and Shudder’s Creepshow. In addition, he has also worked on music for Disney theme parks and Cirque du Soleil. Shie also composes concert music, which has been performed from coast to coast, releasing his first album Musical Fantasy in 2016. His first book Preparing for Scoring Sessions was published in March 2023 and is now required reading at Berklee College of Music’s Film Scoring program. His second book Every Note Tells a Story was published in October 2023 and has won the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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If you're a creative professional in the entertainment industry, you are probably feeling pretty discouraged by the lack of jobs popping up this year. At Optimize Yourself, we like to focus on the things we can control and set goals that we are empowered to achieve.
While we can't control what jobs are out there or whether they are offered to us, we can put ourselves in positions where we will be the first to hear of jobs when they pop up. This involves building relationships with people.
That's why today, I'm sharing this episode from the archives with editor and assistant editor Scott Davis, who, back in 2018, made a big move from New York to Los Angeles with zero contacts or connections. The strategies he used apply the same today as they did back then. I hope you find this useful and actionable so you can let go of what you can't control and take action on what you can control.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Scott’s ‘origin story’ from New York to Hollywood with no connections and ‘no idea what to do’ (sound familiar?)The terrifying feeling of trying to get into this ‘fortress of opportunity’ in Hollywood where the only way in seems to be from people inside who are working & too busy to help you.The dilemma of just 'finding the next gig to pay the bills' vs. ‘playing the long game’ to pursue the career path you really want.The counter-intuitive shift in focus that makes that effectively eliminates that so-called ’dilemma’. (Listen for this key takeaway!)Why there’s no more important skill than networking in this industry and the step-by-step path to networking for introverts.Discover the ’secrets’ to “cold emailing” / “cold outreach” and how Scott boosted his response rate from 5% to 75%.The REAL goal of sending an outreach email. (HINT: It sounds so easy it couldn’t possibly work.)How to ‘crawl inside the brain’ of the person you send an outreach email to and see it from their perspective.How to get people to OPEN your approach email and why doing a few minutes of research goes a LONG way.Why the idea of “nobody wants to help me” is just wrong and right way to tap into people’s natural tendency to WANT share their wisdom & experience with you.Connecting the dots: Scott’s story of turning rejections into opportunities.What it really means to “lead with value” and the power of ‘validation’.The momentum that builds when you invest in building relationships over time.Useful Resources Mentioned:Get The Insider’s Guide to Writing Great Amazing Outreach Emails
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Continue to Listen & LearnEp244: [CASE STUDY] How Marc Wiltshire Optimized His Cold Outreach Strategies (and Expanded His Network) to Land His Dream Job
Ep204: [CASE STUDY] How to Make Your Dream Project a Reality | with Matt Allen and Matthew Gentile
Ep192: [CASE STUDY] How a Single Outreach Email Led to a Dream Job at Marvel | with Matthew Farrugia
Ep172: [CASE STUDY] Landing Your Dream Job Isn’t About “Luck,” It’s About Strategy | with Fabian Corrado & Nick Towle
Want a Response to Your Cold Emails? Then Every Message MUST Do These 5 Things
Why Writing Cold Emails Is the Most Important ‘Soft Skill’ You Must Master (Especially If You’re An Introvert)
The 5 Most Common Mistakes You’re Making With Your Cold Emails (and How to Fix Them)
Ep184: Networking (the Right Way), Mentorship, and Connecting with ‘Experts’ | with Troy Takaki, ACE
Guest Bio:Scott Davis
J. Scott Davis is an editor, assistant editor, outdoorsman, hopeless introvert and constant seeker of knowledge.
"I lived and worked in NYC for over 10 years working with some of the greatest documentarians on some really great films like: “Makers: The Women Who Make America”, “Cancer: The Emperor of All Maladies”, “Wagner’s Dream” and “Outside the Bubble”. In the fall of 2018 I headed west to Los Angeles to escape bad weather, lack of sunlight, and 5th floor walk ups. The lifestyle change is glorious but the true joy is I am now pursuing a long held dream of working in scripted features and series."
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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Today's guest is Rob Howard who is a professional software developer and the founder of Innovating with AI, a company that helps entrepreneurs harness the power of AI. As a veteran with over 20 years in the tech industry, Rob is here to help us demystify AI by giving us a glimpse of how Large Language Models (LLM) really work. Rob breaks down for us what makes AI tick and how understanding it can shift our perspective from fear to opportunity, as AI becomes another tool for unleashing more of our creativity so we can do great work.
Rob also shares how you can start to dabble with AI so you can integrate it with your own unique talents and skills. Regardless of how you feel about AI, this conversation will open your mind and help you future-proof yourself in order to stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape.
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Here's What You'll Learn:How being a Jack-of-all-trades can create robustness in what you do in life and in businessWhy Rob compares AI to a giant Plinko boardWhat tokens are and how are they used in Large Language Models (LLM)The math that makes AI workHow AI gives us decent answers and why it shouldn't terrify usThe big change AI brought us that we didn't think was possibleThe root cause of our fear of AI and why it's actually a good thingWhat will make you replaceable by AI, and more importantly, what won'tThe level at which AI fails and how to leverage it to do great workHow to innovate with AI without being a coderUseful Resources Mentioned:Plinko board
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Innovating with AI
Rob's No Code Toolkit
Continue to Listen & LearnEp249: OpenAI’s Chad Nelson on How Artificial Intelligence Could Shape the Future of Creativity, Collaboration, and How We Can Survive
Ep222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep221: How to Be an Irreplaceable Creative in the Emerging World of Artificial Intelligence | with Srinivas Rao
EditFest 2023: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Art of Editing
What Does The Future Hold for “AE’s” In the Age of “AI”? | LACPUG Panel
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep246: Building a Career Beyond Your Job Title, Strategically Crafting Your Story, and Diversifying Your Career Portfolio | with Jeff Bartsch
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep245: How to Reinvent Yourself, Pursue Your Dreams, and Change Careers at Any Age | with Marcelo Lewin
Guest Bio:Rob Howard
Rob Howard is a 20-year tech industry veteran, software developer, startup founder, investor and entrepreneur – and the creator of Innovating with AI.
Rob’s story starts at age 12 – when he learned to code and built his first HTML websites. A few years later, his first online business was featured in Entertainment Weekly, and he was off to the races in a career that combined tech and entrepreneurship with journalism, public communications and a unique approach to building companies that make their customers and employees proud.
Rob founded a 1-million-user cloud storage startup that was acquired in 2009, and since then he’s built, acquired and invested in a range of tech startups, including acquisitions of MasterWP and Understrap and the launch of EveryAlt, BusinessEnglish.ai and Inbox Autopilot, three AI-powered software-as-a-service platforms.
Rob is the CEO of HDC, a web development firm that has served brands including Harvard University, MIT, The World Bank, and Marriott. His software powers more than 100,000 websites, including sites for Intel, Facebook and The Oscars.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing and causing a stir among creative professionals that ranges from excitement at new possibilities to fear of rendering jobs redundant and unnecessary.
As the responsibilities of assistant editors have morphed into highly technical tasks over the years, a disconcerting question emerges: are their roles at risk of being assumed by AI?
At last year's LACPUG, I was honored to be the moderator of a panel that talked about this very topic. The distinguished panelists were Ashley McKinney, Assistant Editor (Gotham Knights, Shooter, The Last Movie Star); Scott Jacobs, Assistant Editor (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, WandaVision, The Orville); and Richard Sanchez, Visual Effects Editor (Ahsoka, Bill & Ted Face the Music, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law).
Whether you are an assistant editor or any creative professional in any industry, this conversation applies to you. AI is not going anywhere and the more we understand how it impacts every job and person we interact with, the more we can adapt and grow with it. Join us for a candid conversation about what this paradigm shift means for all creative professionals. This is a discussion you won't want to miss and I am immensely grateful to LACPUG for allowing me to publish it here.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Why it’s important to say Assistant Editor as opposed to AEShould we allow AI into the creative workflow?Where AI can be dangerous in the workflow and what we can do to avoid thatThe MovieLabs 2030 Vision Initiative and how it affects the assistant editors' worldEfficiency versus effectiveness and which one should you focus on moreWill there be a new path to becoming an editor?Understanding the limitations of AI and using that as leverageHow to protect your boundaries in the midst of efficiency brought about by AIWhere you can start to learn more about AIThe essential skills you need to develop to become irreplaceableUseful Resources Mentioned:EditFest 2023: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Art of Editing
The 2030 Vision Initiative (MovieLabs)
Continue to Listen & LearnEp249: OpenAI’s Chad Nelson on How Artificial Intelligence Could Shape the Future of Creativity, Collaboration, and How We Can Survive
Ep222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep221: How to Be an Irreplaceable Creative in the Emerging World of Artificial Intelligence | with Srinivas Rao
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep246: Building a Career Beyond Your Job Title, Strategically Crafting Your Story, and Diversifying Your Career Portfolio | with Jeff Bartsch
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep245: How to Reinvent Yourself, Pursue Your Dreams, and Change Careers at Any Age | with Marcelo Lewin
Ep231: How to Become Resilient In the Face of Change (and Manage an Identity Crisis) | with Brad Stulberg
Mastermind Q&A: How to Successfully Be a “Specialized Generalist” | with Michael Addis
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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When it comes to AI, I've made it pretty clear where I stand. I believe we are seeing the transition away from specialization and back to generalization when it comes to the value we bring to the workplace. And AI is only accelerating this process. As creatives, we can choose to embrace the possibilities of what AI can offer us while doubling down on our unique zone of genius that sets us apart from the machines or we can choose to be left behind.
At last year's EditFest, I was one of 4 panelists invited to talk about the convergence of AI with the creative process, particularly related to the art of editing. My fellow distinguished panelists were Jon Dudkowski, ACE Editor (Star Trek Discovery, Umbrella Academy, Man in the High Castle) ; Chad Nelson, producer and creator of Critterz, an AI-generated short film; and Cristobal Valenzuela, co-founder and CEO of Runway (and named one of the top 100 most influential people in AI by Time magazine). The panel was moderated by Carolyn Giardina, tech editor at The Hollywood Reporter.
I was honored to be part of a panel on this important topic and I am immensely appreciative to EditFest and Jenni McCormick for giving me permission to publish the talk here for all of you to experience. Please enjoy the 2023 EditFest Panel, Artificial Intelligence: Exploring the Technology and It's Impact on the Art of Editing.
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Here's What You'll Learn:What generative AI is and how it worksWhat separates humans from machinesHow AI can be used in the cutting roomHow AI enhances the editing processWhere AI was used in creating the animated short film, CritterzWhat AI can't do and why the human mind is still essential in the creative processHow AI can help creativesThe Gartner Hype Cycle and where we are in terms of AI technologyWhat creatives can do to catch up with AIWhat mentoring in the edit bay can look like in the age of AIWhat makes humans irreplaceable (even actors and voice actors)How data sets that AI feeds on are used and maintainedUseful Resources Mentioned:The Age of Spiritual Machines: When Computers Exceed Human Intelligence by Ray Kurzweil
匚尺丨ㄒㄒ乇尺乙 — An animated short created with AI
The Gartner Hype Cycle
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep85: Mentorship, Networking, and Surviving Hollywood Blockbusters | with Dody Dorn, ACE
The Creativity Code: Art and Innovation in the Age of AI by Marcus Du Sautoy
Continue to Listen & LearnEp249: OpenAI’s Chad Nelson on How Artificial Intelligence Could Shape the Future of Creativity, Collaboration, and How We Can Survive
Ep222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep221: How to Be an Irreplaceable Creative in the Emerging World of Artificial Intelligence | with Srinivas Rao
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep246: Building a Career Beyond Your Job Title, Strategically Crafting Your Story, and Diversifying Your Career Portfolio | with Jeff Bartsch
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep245: How to Reinvent Yourself, Pursue Your Dreams, and Change Careers at Any Age | with Marcelo Lewin
Ep231: How to Become Resilient In the Face of Change (and Manage an Identity Crisis) | with Brad Stulberg
Mastermind Q&A: How to Successfully Be a “Specialized Generalist” | with Michael Addis
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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Learn how to design the more balanced, more sustainable, and more fulfilling creative career you deserve...without sacrificing your health, your relationships, or your sanity in the process.
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My guest today is AI specialist Chad Nelson, who is also an award-winning creative director and technology strategist with over two decades of blending technology and entertainment seamlessly. Throughout his career, he has been at the forefront of emerging technologies and applying them to create new entertainment experiences. And this new era of AI is no different.
Chad has recently created an animated short film, Critterz, with the help of AI. Though AI has created a lot of controversy in the creative space, Chad reveals a different perspective in which AI is just another tool that artists can use to let their ideas come to life. We go way beneath the surface of prompts and AI art to unravel why and how the creative human mind remains indispensable in any creative work. We also discuss the ethics involved in using AI as well as how creatives can harness AI to stand out from all the noise that, ironically, AI will create.
As a creative myself, I too understand the fear that this age of AI can bring. But this conversation with Chad shines a new light on understanding AI and shows us how irreplaceable the creative human mind is.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Combining technology and experiences: Chad's origin storyHow playing golf while on vacation inspired a brilliant ideaThe mindset that Chad takes on to follow through with his ideasHow Chad created his first AI-generated image using a short promptUsing AI in the ideation phase of creative workThe cons (and pros) of replacing certain jobs with technologyWhere ethics draw the line between technology and peopleThe ethical use of AI in creative workThe pros and cons of democratization of creativity toolsHow to stand out in the midst of the rise of AIHow the creative human mind, education, and experiences still plays a vital role even in using AIUseful Resources Mentioned:EditFest 2023 AI Panel
Remember These Free AOL CDs? They're Collectibles Now | Smart News| Smithsonian Magazine
First AI generated image that Chad created using a short prompt
匚尺丨ㄒㄒ乇尺乙 -- An animated short created with AI
Continue to Listen & LearnEp222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep221: How to Be an Irreplaceable Creative in the Emerging World of Artificial Intelligence | with Srinivas Rao
Ep216: Chase Jarvis On Building Your Network of ‘A-Gamers,’ Designing the Life You Want, and Fulfilling Your ‘Creative Calling’
Ep210: All Quiet On the Western Front Writer/Producer Lesley Paterson On Unleashing Your True Creative (and Athletic) Potential
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep246: Building a Career Beyond Your Job Title, Strategically Crafting Your Story, and Diversifying Your Career Portfolio | with Jeff Bartsch
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep245: How to Reinvent Yourself, Pursue Your Dreams, and Change Careers at Any Age | with Marcelo Lewin
Guest Bio:Chad Nelson
Chad Nelson is an award-winning creative director and technology strategist with over 2 decades of experience combining the latest technologies and entertainment to create immersive experiences. He is a co-founder of Eight Cylinder Studios and WGT Media and has collaborated with Intel, Sony and Microsoft to name a few. Chad currently works with OpenAI as a creative collaborator.
Chad's recent work is Critterz, an animated short film created with the help of OpenAI's DALL-E and was shown in festivals such as the Portland Festival of Cinema, Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Cannes Lion and Qld XR Festival 2023 where it was awarded Best in Creative AI.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Carole Kirschner who, after spending fifteen years as a television development executive, a former Vice President of Television for Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment and a Comedy Development executive at CBS, decided to switch to the other side of the desk to help creative professionals build a thriving career in the entertainment industry. If there is anyone who has been on the studio executive side who 'gets us,' Carole is the one.
In today's conversation, Carole shares the unadulterated reality of what it takes to have a successful creative career. We dive deep into the qualities you need to have as well as the right way to tell your story in order for you to stand out. Carole shares her strategies for networking to help you draw attention and leave a lasting impression, whether you're doing it in a mixer, cold outreach or through social media.
My conversation with Carole is filled with strategies and mindsets from an executive’s perspective to set you on the path to creative success.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Why Carole transitioned from a successful career in the entertainment industry to becoming a coachWhy you need to have 'Entrepreneurial' in your list of qualificationsHow to structure your story so people will give you their timeWhat makes a story bad and how do you make it betterHow to make your story about the other person and not youWhy people hate networking and how to take the pressure off of youHow to make yourself memorable to peopleThe right way to provide genuine valueBuilding relationships via social mediaHow to make sure you're not killing yourself while going the extra mile at workUseful Resources Mentioned:Ep213: How to Break Into Any Industry (Without Having Experience) | with Niceole Levy
Ep205: Using the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris Vogler
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell
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Ep164: How to ‘Get In the Room’ and Work with Producers Who Will Value & Respect You | with Matt Nix
Carole Kirschner
Continue to Listen & LearnEp184: Networking (the Right Way), Mentorship, and Connecting with ‘Experts’ | with Troy Takaki, ACE
Ep126: On the Importance of Building Relationships, Asking Questions, and Never Giving Up | with Andi Armaganian
Ep11: Making It In Hollywood as a “Creative” (What They Don’t Teach You In Film School) | with Norman Hollyn
Ep85: Mentorship, Networking, and Surviving Hollywood Blockbusters | with Dody Dorn, ACE
Ep115: How to Be So Thorough You Can’t Be Denied | with James Wilcox, ACE
Ep172: [CASE STUDY] Landing Your Dream Job Isn’t About “Luck,” It’s About Strategy | with Fabian Corrado & Nick Towle
Ep106: On the Vital Importance of “Being Nice” | with Jesse Averna, ACE
Ep99: How to Provide Value & Get Paid What You’re Worth | Mastermind Q&A with Monica Daniel
Ep78: How to Build Meaningful Relationships in the ‘Real World’ | with Camille Virginia
Ep41: How to Master “Offline” Networking at Live Events | with Camille Virginia
Ep12: The Right Way to Network In Hollywood | with Chris Visser
Ep129: How to Cultivate a “Service-Centric” Mindset (and Why It Will Make You More Successful) | with Agustin Rexach
Guest Bio:Carole Kirschner
Carole Kirschner spent fifteen years as a television development executive. A former Vice President of Television for Steven Spielberg's first Amblin Entertainment and a Comedy Development exec at CBS, she’s had the privilege of working with some of the most respected writers in the industry.
Switching to the other side of the desk she became a consultant and created and runs the CBS/Paramount Writers Mentoring Program. And has been the director of the WGA Showrunner Training Program since its inception.
Carole, through her career coaching practice, Carole Kirschner Entertainment Career Strategies works primarily with screenwriters who are stuck or need help navigating the political landscape. She is also an international speaker and her book, Hollywood Game Plan: How to Land a Job in Film, TV and Digital Entertainment is taught in colleges across the country.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Troy DeVolld who is a reality television producer, author and speaker with dozens of credits on shows such as The Surreal Life, The Osbournes, The Bachelor, and Dancing with the Stars. Troy is also the author of the books Reality TV, One Hundred Poems about Los Angeles series and the book about the TV notes process, And Another Thing.
In his more than 23 years in the industry, Troy has no doubt developed an in depth passion for his craft. Troy and I dive deep into some of the wisdom he gained from his experiences to be happy and fulfilled in his chosen craft, including diversifying your skills, setting boundaries while collaborating effectively, and even setting boundaries with yourself. Troy has so succinctly summarized our entire conversation into one short sentence:
"I sacrificed my life to have a version of my life."No doubt that my conversation with Troy will inspire you to rekindle your passion for your craft while equipping you with the right tools and mindsets so you can stay happy, sane and well.
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Here's What You'll Learn:How Troy went from an aspiring comic book artist to producing reality TVHow Troy 'fell into' writing for a Woody Woodpecker commercialWhat makes networking valuable to both you and the person you’re reaching out toThe advantages of being 'older' in the industryThe right way to 'do it all' when you have multiple passionsWhat makes all your past experiences and skills relevant and valuableThe difference between being exploited and caring for what you doHow to collaborate with people no matter what your working stye isWhy Troy wrote a book about how to handle studio and network notesHow to get out of your own way and let creativity flowReality TV: Ugly Stepchild of Hollywood?Why Troy decided to stay in the business even after having a strokeUseful Resources Mentioned:Allee Willis
Ep205: Using the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris Vogler
Troy DeVolld's website & blog
StoryExpo.com
Reality TV: An Insider's Guide to TV's Hottest Market
And Another Thing: A Beginner's Guide to the Television Notes Process
Continue to Listen & LearnEp142: Michelle Tesoro (ACE) On Playing Chess With Your Health & Well-Being (Pt2)
Ep155: How a Tentpole Hollywood Feature Editor Stays Healthy, Fit, and Sane | with Alan Bell, ACE
Ep207: How to Maintain Health No Matter How “Busy” You Are | with Jeff Greenberg
Ep238: Setting Boundaries Between Work & Life (Even When You Work For Steven Spielberg) | with Sarah Broshar
Ep118: Legendary Editor Walter Murch On Optimizing Creativity, Productivity, and Well-Being In Hollywood For 50+ Years
Ep116: Maintaining Boundaries, Well-Being, and Sanity on Hollywood Blockbusters | with Jeffrey Ford, ACE
Ep177: Mental Health is Not a Luxury…Even For “Top Guns” | with Eddie Hamilton, ACE [Pt 2]
Ep209: Life After 3 Heart Attacks in 24 Hours | with Marc Wielage
Ep187: [Hollywood On the Record] How to Create Your Dream Job by Setting Healthy Boundaries | with Jerilynn Stephens & Kimi Messina
Ep136: Promoting Mindfulness, Well-Being, and Sanity In the Edit Bay | with Kevin Tent, ACE
Ep79: Balancing Health, Happiness, & Hollywood (and the Consequences When You Don’t) | with Roger Barton
Ep153: Mob Scene CEO Tom Grane on What It Takes to Succeed in Trailers & Marketing (Without Sacrificing Work-Life Balance)
Guest Bio:Troy DeVolld
Troy DeVolld began his career in Hollywood 23 years ago on the MTV series Fear and has been credited on shows like The Osbournes, The Surreal Life, The Bachelor and multiple seasons of Dancing With The Stars. He's a sought-after consultant in the reality space and a speaker at Story Expo and Masters of Story events. Books include Reality TV, And Another Thing and the One Hundred Poems About Los Angeles series.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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Today's guest is Jeff Bartsch who is a visionary storyteller and communication strategist at Story Greenlight. He has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry and online business. Jeff has also been a guest on my podcast before, talking about storytelling and making a living out of storytelling.
In our conversation today, we discuss the craft of storytelling from a strategic perspective. "Strategic" storytelling can change our human interactions in our daily lives. Storytelling is what really governs all human interactions whether you're starting a business, looking for a job, writing outreach emails, or even selling a product or service. We dissect what makes a story bad, and what makes it so powerful that it builds bonds between people. Jeff also shares candidly how understanding the psychology of storytelling revived his business from failure.
No doubt that my conversation with Jeff will unravel the strategies you can use to reinvent the way you interact with people, no matter where you are in your career.
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Here's What You'll Learn:What creativity really means and why understanding it can change your own creativityWhy a comment Jeff got as a kid changed the way he thought about creativityHow understanding your technical skills can take your creativity to the next levelWhat does Jeff mean by the 'thing underneath the thing' in your storyThe four elements of a story definition and how it governs all human interactionsThe difference between tactical storytelling and strategic storytellingHow bonds are formed between the storyteller and the audienceHow to construct your own story and apply it in your human interactionsJeff's business that (almost) tanked and how understanding storytelling revived itUseful Resources Mentioned:The Art of Asking: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Let People Help by Palmer, Amanda, Brown, Brené
A Million Miles in a Thousand Years: How I Learned to Live a Better Story by Donald Miller
Quote by Steve Jobs: “Creativity is just connecting things. When you ...”
Ep205: Using the Hero’s Journey to Write Better Stories (and Live a Better Life) | with Chris Vogler
Ep212: The Science of Storytelling, Why We Need Stories, and How to Rewrite Our Own | with Will Storr
Ep158: Leveling Up Your Ability to Tell More Engaging Stories using EditMentor | with Misha Tenenbaum
Ep143: Mastering the “Chess Mindset” to Achieve Any Difficult Goal (and Get Really Good at Failing Along the Way) | with Misha Tenenbaum
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Continue to Listen & LearnEp245: How to Reinvent Yourself, Pursue Your Dreams, and Change Careers at Any Age | with Marcelo Lewin
Ep228: The Link Between Telling Your Story & Identifying Your Purpose (And How to Do Both) | with Dan Davis
Ep27: How to Rewrite Your Own Story | with Dr. Steven Isaacman
Ep236: Building An Oscar-Winning Career…Without Sacrificing Your Values | with Paul Rogers
Ep233: Redefining Your Career Path in a Post Generational Society | with Mauro Guillén
Ep232: How to Future-Proof Your Creative Career, Avoid Burnout, and Build a Life Bigger Than Your Résumé | with Christina Wallace
Ep229: Why Providing Value & Supporting Your Community is Essential | with Shiran Carolyn Amir, ACE
Ep222: Is Artificial Intelligence Coming for Your Job? Maybe…and Here’s How to Prepare | with Michael Kammes
Ep214: What Creativity Is, How It Works, and the Laws to Learning It | with Joey Cofone
Ep210: All Quiet On the Western Front Writer/Producer Lesley Paterson On Unleashing Your True Creative (and Athletic) Potential
Guest Bio:Jeff Bartsch
Jeff Bartsch is a visionary storyteller and communication strategist at Story Greenlight. With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry and online business, Jeff has helped shape content for clients including ABC, NBC, Universal, Disney, Apple, and many others. Jeff’s commentary has been featured in major publications including Time Magazine, USA Today, and the Associated Press. Through Story Greenlight, Jeff and his team empower business experts and leaders to tell their stories, serve more clients, and expand their impact in the world. He believes that the power of story is within reach of everyone, and that human connection is everything.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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My guest today is Marcelo Lewin who considers himself a serial "accidental entrepreneur." What he means by that is that he creates websites around his passions, and in his own words, “somehow they turn into something other companies want.” He loves the intersection of business, productivity and creativity, and now, at the age of 56, he decided to switch careers to pursue his lifelong dream of filmmaking after 30+ years working in the tech industry. From an outside perspective, it might look like Marcelo can’t decide what he wants to do with his life, but in reality, he’s following passion and opportunity with great intention.
In our conversation, Marcelo reveals that his career shifts were driven by his active choice to pursue them. We talk about why he keeps switching careers and the mindsets and strategies he applies to pull them off. We also discuss his views on failure, why he seems to always expect it, and the strategies he uses to manage it.
This conversation is full of knowledge bombs that you can use on your own path whether you're transitioning to a new career or looking to excel on your current career path.
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Here's What You'll Learn:Marcelo's origin of story of coming to the US with little moneyWhy Marcelo decided to shift careers from tech to filmmaking at the age of 56The mindsets and strategies Marcelo uses to shift careersWhy the entrepreneur mindset is important, even if you're working for someoneThe concept of Plan B and how to apply itHow to have a side project while working full timeThe key to learning something new and how to even beginKey mindsets and strategies to manage failureMarcelo's approach to AI while pursuing a career in filmmakingMarcelo's definition of the word 'success'Useful Resources Mentioned:Is it time to re-invent yourself? | LinkedIn
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Guest Bio:Marcelo Lewin
Marcelo Lewin calls himself an "accidental entrepreneur" having created multiple websites around his passions, which later became small startups "by accident" and later were acquired, including My Internet Desktop, Pixel Heads Network, Filmmaking Webinars, How to Create VR and Headless Creator.
He's been a Developer, Technical Architect, Project Manager, Podcaster, Blogger, Videographer, Designer, VP, and Director at many companies including NBC, Toyota, Walt Disney Imagineering and J.F. Shea Co, Inc.
Marcelo is making a midlife career transition at the age of 56 from 30+ years in the tech industry to filmmaking to fulfill his dream of working in Post-Production. He is currently enrolled at the UCLA Extension Filmmaking Program focused on Post-Production and Editing.
Show Credits:This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel.
The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).
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