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Today's a bit more random but I talk about my target audience, Jerry Seinfeld's don't break the chain principle, building habits, believing you can create amazing content even when you're 30, married, and with kids. It's all about expression, sharing your story, and finding your voice. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

It's October and it's time for me to start my daily podcast. In this episode, I get to talk about what I've learned about the process that helps me be creative every day. I've had to learn how to better manage my time as well as learn all new hardware, software, and platforms for this project. Lastly, I talk about the purpose of this podcast. I hope you all enjoy it. Music by Bird of Figment - In the Mundane Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

I really want to play Red Dead Redemption II, a game that will have 60-100 hours of content. But that will take away from my big audacious goal of creating a great podcast program. I need those 100 hours. We can't put voluntary setbacks in our life. We have to know what you want in life and then put everything else on hold. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Sipping tea and enjoying my birthday! Thanks for listening, friends! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

In this episode, I celebrate the hard work put in this past few days. I also reflect on what the weekend means for creativity. Don't live for the weekend! It's a waste! Create a life where the weekend is a celebration of the rest of the week! I also am getting a new USB microphone for my birthday! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Brene Brown says at the end of her new book, Dare to Lead, "You have already failed if you let someone else define success for you." So, I think a part of life is reverse engineering what we've been told what success is and start implementing our own voice into how we define success. A vision for success is so important. If you are not keeping score, then you're not playing for stakes. You're not in the game if you don't care about the progress or the results. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

David Kinnaman came to Oregon and I had to go. Here are my reflections on his talk. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Good morning! This Monday morning I woke up full from all the beautiful content that I read over the weekend. Books inspire me to grow and learn and I think it’s one of the most important practices I do to sustain my creativity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Every time we pursue creativity or do something that is meaningful, we go through bouts of insecurites that tell us to fold, give up, and hide. The key to crativity, then, is to confront and process our insecurities so they do not interfere with the creative process. This episode was completely made using the anchor app, which is the coolest podcast app on the planet. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Creativity is not freedom of restrictions and constraints but establishing the right ones in order to cultivate true innovation and design. Creativity comes from both creating an environment where you can thrive but in order to do that, we all need a heavy dose of self-awareness. Music: Pineapple by Yomoti Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Hope you're having a fantastic day! On this episode, I talk about what winemakers and architects taught me about the long game. What do I want to produce 30 years from now? What do I want to leave behind as my legacy? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Summer is full of new possibilities and opportunities. I just made a huge decision to switch out gear that I love for gear that I love AND need! This is going to be a great week! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Trying to get all fancy, in the beginning, is a recipe for disaster when trying to create content consistently. So, documenting is more important than creating. Forget the secondary stuff. Focus on your truth, your message, your goal. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Grant Burns talks about baseball, the Balkan Conflict, his time at Wheaton, and how he thrives in his role as an Associate Director of Residence Life Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

We've all experienced bosses and supervisors, teachers, and leaders who make us ask, "How are you in this position?" I talk about three incredibly toxic factors that make bad leaders really bad: self-preservation, compartmentalization, and zero equity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

We are continually on a journey and without clear direction, we will have the propensity to walk aimlessly for seasons of our life. That is why we need to have a vision for our life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Nothing is original-- everything is stolen from what has already been done. The key, then, is to become an astute student to what has come before and then integrate our own unique take. The result? Something new. Something you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

I am trying to put myself on a schedule so that I can make something every day. What I am discovering is that I have some pretty bad habits that waste a lot of my day. I need some discipline and grit! I talk about Angela Duckworth's Grit and my own struggles with time management and discipline. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

We need inspiration every single day. If we don't experience it then it really is hard to be motivated to grow, to change, and to pursue our dreams. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support

Let's rethink our social media habits. Do we need more baby, pet, and scenic pictures? How about more stories, more musings, and more dialogue about what is important to our collective lives? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wonderfulpodcast/support