The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Embark on a transformative journey of skill mastery and accelerated learning with the brilliant mind of Scott Young. In this eye-opening episode, Scott shares his revolutionary approach to learning and empowers you to unlock your full potential in any domain.Scott Young is a renowned author, blogger, and entrepreneur known for his extraordinary achievements in rapid skill acquisition. Drawing from his personal experiences, including completing MIT's four-year computer science curriculum in just 12 months, Scott provides invaluable insights into efficient and effective learning strategies.Throughout the conversation, Scott delves into the concept of "ultra learning" - a method he developed to acquire skills quickly and deeply. You'll learn how to break free from traditional learning methods and embrace a more focused, immersive, and self-directed approach to knowledge acquisition.Whether you aspire to master a new language, instrument, or professional skill, Scott's unconventional techniques will revolutionize your learning journey. He shares the importance of deliberate practice, the art of chunking, and how to cultivate a growth mindset to continuously improve.Join us as we explore Scott Young's groundbreaking philosophy, backed by scientific research, that has inspired thousands to achieve extraordinary feats of learning and expertise. Discover the true potential of your brain and how to harness it effectively to become a lifelong learner and achieve mastery in any domain.If you're ready to challenge the conventional norms of learning and unleash your intellectual prowess, this episode is a must-listen. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with the tools and insights needed to embark on your journey of relentless self-improvement and skill acquisition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank Ostaseski has noticed that we as a society obsess about death. We spend a great deal of time trying to prepare for it and hope that we are “ready” for it when the time comes. But according to him, the best way to prepare for death is by living your life the best way you possibly can. Listen as Frank details how simply waiting on the dying of our loved one and ourselves makes us miss all the moments in between.Frank Ostaseski is a Buddhist teacher, international lecturer and a leading voice in contemplative end-of-life care. In 1987, he co-founded of the Zen Hospice Project, the first Buddhist hospice in America. In 2004, he created the Metta Institute to provide innovative educational programs and professional trainings that foster compassionate, mindfulness-based care. He’s also the author of The Five Invitations  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Brown is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, diversity and inclusion consultant, and author. Jennifer joins us for this episode of the podcast to walk us through what it’s like for employees to work in a non-inclusive workplace as well as how people are becoming more and more aware the issue of inclusion. Take a listen to our discussion to find how you can lead all people, regardless of their sexuality, gender, color, class or religion, with absolute inclusion.Jennifer Brown is the author of How to be an Inclusive Leader which can be found on AmazonGo follow Jennifer now on Twitter and Instagram! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shaan Patel is a Shark Tank Entrepreneur, CEO of Prep Expert and author of Self-Made Success. Shaan spent hundreds of hours studying for the SAT and managed to raise his score from average to perfect, placing himself among the top 0.02% of all high school students. After he closed a deal with Mark Cuban on Shark Tank, he went on to develop one of the nation’s largest test prep providers. He joins us today to share his wisdom on how we can get the most out of our education.If you’re interested or know somebody taking the SAT’s and the ACT’s, check out www.PrepExpert.com to check out their courses. Shaan Patel is the author of Self-Made Success which you can get on Amazon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone wants to perform better and optimize their life so they can live better and longer. Well, Ben Greenfield has figured out ways to do all that. Whether it’s via bio-feedback, “smart drugs,” or specialized breathing, he’s living a more enhanced life and working towards thinking better and living longer. He shares his experiences with us and tells how we can all improve our lives!Ben Greenfield graduated high school at 15 and began college at 16. He was a tennis player in college and spent four years studying anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, pharmaceuticals, microbiology, biochemistry and nutrition, eventually rising to the top of his class, completing an internship at Duke University and the National Football League, then graduating in 2004 at 20 years old as the top senior in his class at University of Idaho. He’s now the founder and CEO of Kion and author of the best-selling book Beyond Training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allie LeFevere is the CEO and co-founder of Obedient, a humorous branding and digital marketing agency that helps businesses and companies become unique and connect with their audience through laughter. Through laughter you say? Yes. You see, Allie’s method of marketing isn’t just funny. It’s scientific. Humor, along with fear and grief, triggers a release of adrenaline in your brain which helps create a lasting memory of the moment. Of the three, being funny seems the most likable. Join us for this discussion and get on board.Visit Allie Lefevere’s agency website at www.obedientagency.comFind Allie on Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Patrick is an environmental engineer and software designer dedicated to helping people use real scientific data to change the world. Instead of laying on the beach, brainstorming ideas on how we can stop global warming, Katie teaches us that there is in fact a better, more effective approach which is driven by research and behavior changing techniques that all of us can implement. We’ve all dreamed of a better world, it’s time to revive those dreams and act upon them. You can visit Katie’s website to access free downloads, find out more about her work and listen to her podcast at www.KatiePatrick.comKatie Patrick is the author of How To Save The World, which you can get your hands on at IndieGoGo or Amazon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, author Warren Berger joins us to talk about the power of leveraging questions to drive innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship.An expert on design thinking and innovation, Warren Berger has studied hundreds of the world’s leading innovators, designers, education leaders, creative thinkers, and red-hot start-ups to analyze how they ask game-changing questions, solve problems, and create new possibilities. Warren believes that questioning leads to innovation, can help you be more successful in your career, and can spark change in our businesses and lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us in this enlightening episode of Unmistakable Creative as we delve into the mind of the #1 New York Times bestselling author, David Epstein. Known for his groundbreaking book, 'Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World', Epstein challenges the conventional wisdom of achieving excellence through focus, deliberate practice, and early specialization. Instead, he advocates for a more diverse approach, emphasizing the power of detours, experimentation, and a variety of experiences.In our conversation, Epstein shares his insights on how generalists, not specialists, are primed to excel in today's complex, rapidly-changing world. He presents compelling arguments backed by scientific research, demonstrating how breadth of experience can lead to triumph in a specialized world.Discover more about David Epstein's work at www.DavidEpstein.com and follow him on Twitter @DavidEpstein. Explore our courses on Unmistakable Creative Prime and Attention Mastery to further enhance your creative prowess and productivity. For more information on privacy, visit acast.com/privacy. To unlock your mind's full potential, check out our Ultimate Guide to Building a Second Brain with Mem.ai. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jerry Colonna, the CEO and co-founder of Reboot. Jerry coaches CEO’s and their teams to realize the true reasons behind their work and the lives they’ve created. He believes that work can help us become whole, healthy adults. Our discussion kicks off with Jerry sharing a few intimate memories of his past as well as the life changing lessons he learned from them before culminating with a quick 1-on-1 coaching session on the art of growing up.Find out more about Jerry Colonna’s book, Reboot: Leadership and The Art of Growing Up, at www.RebootbyJerry.comJerry is the CEO of Reboot, an executive coaching and leadership development firm. Get connected with them at www.Reboot.io Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.