The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Dive into the captivating world of flow and neuroscience with renowned author and peak performance expert Steven Kotler, in this thought-provoking episode of Unmistakable Creative.In this mind-expanding conversation, Steven Kotler takes us on a fascinating journey through the science of flow - a state of optimal human performance where time seems to vanish and individuals feel their best and most creative. Drawing from his extensive research, Steven unveils the neurological processes that underpin this elusive state, shedding light on how we can tap into flow more consistently and unlock our full potential.Join us as we explore the key elements that trigger flow and how it can be harnessed to enhance creativity, productivity, and overall well-being. Steven shares practical tips and strategies for achieving flow in our daily lives, whether at work, in sports, or during moments of creative expression.Throughout the episode, Steven Kotler's deep expertise and passion for the subject shine through, leaving listeners with a profound understanding of how flow can be a game-changer in achieving peak performance.If you're curious about the neuroscience behind flow and eager to explore the possibilities of unlocking your full potential, this episode is a must-listen. Steven Kotler's compelling insights and practical guidance will inspire you to embark on a journey of heightened creativity, productivity, and fulfillment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“You have to find that thing that you want so badly that you’ll stand in the town square naked and let me people throw rotten tomatoes at your because you believe it in so much. I’ve had so many times in my life where I couldn’t rely on other people to give me that so I had to give that to myself.” – Erika Lyremark Erika Lyremark is the author of Think Like a Stripper and now runs an eponymous botique brand from a secret location. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The realm of possibility is predicated on the idea that we create our lives. And of course, we’re not victims of anything. We have the power to create stories. And in this realm we’re connected in a different way than we are as in the child or in the downward spiral. We define ourselves as connected to others. We do not define ourselves a individuals trying to survive. We define ourselves as living in an abundant world where nothing is personal. The reason you’ll see that the world is abundant is because when you understand that you’re creating your life, you can open so many different stories and come from so many different points of view that life is always abundant.” – Ros ZanderAs a family therapist and executive coach, Rosamund Zander develops models for leadership and effective action. Her work is detailed in her books, The Art of Possibility  and Pathways to Possibility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when our trust has been broken and we have been betrayed, it can cause us to feel a lack of confidence in ourselves. It can put us on to shaky ground. So it’s important that we observe what happened. We acknowledge to ourselves, we give permission for those feelings to surface and we’ve got to get support. We go after finding another person who can support us to do the next most important step which is reframing that experience. We reframe when we take that hurt, that pain and that disappointment and we actually consider what can that help us to learn. How could we potentially grow from this? – Michelle ReinaMichelle Reina, PhD is Co-founder and Co-President of Reina, A Trust Building® Consultancy. She is an internationally sought after trust building consultant, speaker, and executive coach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Particularly in America, we think that influence is bad. It’s not a four letter word but it’s pretty close. There’s this myth of the non-conformist. We’re all different. We’re all separate. We’re all completely original and different from everybody else. And that’s not true at the end of the day. Not only is that not true,influence just isn’t as bad as we think. Imagine for a moment that you couldn’t pick a car mechanic or a restaurant to try or what movie to see by talking to anybody, if you had to figure out yourself, every restaurant you’d ever try, every book you’d ever read, every movie to ever see. You had to do all the work to figure it out yourself. You had to read all the reviews and the information and sift through it. Life would be really difficult. So many times others help us make better decisions and also faster decisions. We read online reviews to help us pick something. We talk to our friends to help us figure out what to do. That’s influence. And that’s definitely not a bad thing. – Jonah Berger Key Takeaways  The power of learning from people without comparing yourself to themCreating the time and space to ask interesting questionsInsights into the future of educationHow influences shape our livesThe one trick that causes a negotiation 5x more successfulImplications of social influence on the 2016 selection Books and Resources The Tipping PointMade to StickDecisive Contagious Invisible InfluenceA Matter of TasteJonah Berger is a marketing professor at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and the bestselling author of Contagious: Why Things Catch on, and Invisible Influence: The Hidden Forces that Shape Behavior Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us on Unmistakable Creative for a profound conversation with Ryan Holiday, a strategist, writer, and bestselling author. In this episode, Holiday discusses the concept of ego and how it can be a significant obstacle in our personal and professional lives.Discover the importance of separating your work and the effort you put in from the results that might come out of it. Holiday shares his insights on how not having control over every aspect of your work can lead to disappointment if your happiness is dependent on the outcome.He also delves into his journey, from dropping out of college at age nineteen to apprentice under Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of Power, to serving as the director of marketing for American Apparel. Don't miss this episode to learn from one of the most influential voices in personal development and entrepreneurship today and gain insights that could transform your life and career Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I think one of the things is not looking at the result. Something that has grown very evident in me, and it came from being a teacher, the work that we always do in my classroom is process work not product work. What we want to do when go into the audition room is we want to show these people that “hey, this what this song does to me, And it’s not polished and it’s not perfect, but I’m in the moment and I’m in the music.” If we’re using musical theater, which I think applies to going in for a job interview, or anything that we’re doing to put our work out there, that we come in and say “this is me in the process I’m in with this material. I want you to see how I play with material. I want you to witness me being in my experience.” – Sheri SandersIn 2004, Sheri Sanders created an audition class in NYC called Rock The Audition: A Masterclass in Auditioning for Rock Musicals – and it became a cult hit. Since then, Sheri has become the world’s preeminent popular music repertoire coach, a Hal Leonard published author, and has taught at more than 55 musical theatre programs all over the country – instructing performers and their professors and coaches to successfully interpret all styles of popular music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“A work of art is something new in the world that changes the world to allow itself to exist.  What that means is that the context you’re making something in, the world itself is different when you start and when you end. So you’re not just going from point A to point B within a static known world. You’re in the point A world figuring out how to lead from questions and risk developing things that are kind of unknown as to whether they’ll succeed or fail. If they succeed, you have created a point B world. You’ve made something that then changes the world to make space for itself in a very small or large way. These don’t have to all be grand gestures, just kind of acts of putting a dent in the universe as the saying goes of trying to affect change, to show up in a way of consequence in your personal life, professional life and the world in general.” – Amy WhitakerSponsorsHostgator hosts your website. As you have heard on the show, you can get a 30% discount on the hosting of your next creative or business project’s website hosting by clicking here.Designcrowd  gives you access to an entire creative team at a price that is accessible to anyone. For $100 off your first design project, click here and use promo code CREATIVE.Chapman University is located in Orange County, CA. With an enrollment of 8000 total students they have a 14-1 student to instructor ratio, and over 86% of students receive financial assistance.Audible: Visit audible.com/unmistakable for audiobook and 30 day trial.Amy Whitaker is an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the New Museum Incubator and principal in the curriculum development company Eggshell Knight.  She's also the author of Art Thinking: How to Carve out Creative Space in a World of Schedules, Budgets and Bosses“A work of art is something new in the world that changes the world to allow itself to exist.  What that means is that the context you’re making something in, the world itself is different when you start and when you end. So you’re not just going from point A to point B within a static known world. You’re in the point A world figuring out how to lead from questions and risk developing things that are kind of unknown as to whether they’ll succeed or fail. If they succeed, you have created a point B world. You’ve made something that then changes the world to make space for itself in a very small or large way. These don’t have to all be grand gestures, just kind of acts of putting a dent in the universe as the saying goes of trying to affect change, to show up in a way of consequence in your personal life, professional life and the world in general.” – Amy WhitakerSponsorsHostgator hosts your website. As you have heard on the show, you can get a 30% discount on the hosting of your next creative or business project’s website hosting by clicking here.Designcrowd  gives you access to an entire creative team at a price that is accessible to anyone. For $100 off your first design project, click here and use promo code CREATIVE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It starts at the core. A lot of times we can find our minds go the place of “when I have then I’ll be.” It’s kind of that context. When I have a lot of money, then I’ll be happy. I’ll take vacations. I’ll take these trips. When I marry then I’ll feel connected. It’s sort of like “when this happens in my world, it’ll produce this effect for me inside.” And it’s sort of like turning it on its head and saying “you know I’m going to be happy today because essentially I’m going to choose to be happy today.” And I know that sounds so simplistic, but it really is that easy and that simple. You might need to train it a little bit, practice thoughts that are going to produce happiness, beliefs that are going to produce happiness, and engaging activities that are fulfilling. But I think it’s as simple as just beginning to decide it’s what I’m going to be. – Joey Klein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative, featuring the esteemed Michael Gervais, an expert in human performance, as we delve into the world of high-stakes situations. Join us as we uncover the secrets to achieving peak performance and thriving under pressure.Gervais shares his profound insights into human psychology and performance, offering valuable strategies to excel in challenging and high-pressure environments. This episode is not just about achieving success; it's about understanding the mindset and practices that separate the best from the rest in high-stakes situations.Through engaging stories and practical advice, Gervais reveals how individuals can develop mental strength, focus, and resilience to perform at their best when it matters most. Listeners will gain valuable tools to optimize their performance, whether in sports, business, or any other area of life where high-stakes situations are prevalent.Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or professional striving for excellence, this episode provides actionable wisdom to elevate your performance and overcome obstacles with grace and skill. Gervais' expertise will empower you to approach challenges with a winning mindset and achieve greatness in any field.Don't miss this episode to learn from a leading expert in human performance and discover how to thrive in high-stakes situations. Gain insights that could revolutionize your approach to performance and unlock your true potential with Michael Gervais. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.