Summary In today's episode, I explore whether successful people are inherently narcissistic by walking through the DSM-5 definition of narcissistic personality disorder and weighing it against what actually drives sustainable achievement. Here's what this means for you. You'll discover why empathy, not grandiosity or self-importance, tends to be the trait that separates people who succeed…
Get motivated to create your own event! In this episode, we dive into the world of unconferences, where communities come together to self-organize events with minimal costs. Discover how creating an event from scratch can lead to lifelong friendships, business relationships, and even professional debuts. Don’t let the lack of a company hold you back,…
Looking to improve your skills in a dynamic working environment? Consider moving from a brand-side role to a startup or agency. These environments offer the opportunity to flex and grow your existing skills, learn new ones, and remain relevant in an ever-changing landscape. However, be prepared for the fast-paced, multi-faceted demands that can lead to…
In this episode, learn how to leverage momentum in marketing to hold the attention of your audience. Discover how to ladder up on attention and leverage it to reach a larger audience. But, be aware of the short news cycles and the concept of disposable content. Discover the importance of having a repeatable and reliable…
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of podcasting and experimenting with Adobe podcast. We’re testing a variety of different microphones in moderate background noise to see which one produces the best sound. From Bose QC AirPods to Apple AirPods, and even a David Clark helicopter headset, we’re putting it all to the test.…
Join Christopher Penn as he reviews Adobe’s Project Shasta, a new AI-powered tool for cleaning up audio. In this episode, Christopher puts the software to the test by recording in various challenging environments, including a moving car with high road noise and in a parked car while wearing a p100 mask. Tune in to see…
In today’s episode, we talked about being more efficient and ruthlessly efficient with your time. We discussed setting time boundaries and enforcing them, making use of small time slices throughout the day, and reducing the time spent on activities that don’t help you reach your goals. Lastly, we recommended being assertive with those who waste…
It is difficult to tell if a piece of content is generated by a human or a machine. To know if a piece of content is generated by a human, look for markers within the text itself, like typos, and grammatical oddities. Machines generate text that is usually mechanically perfect and lacks the imperfections of…
In today’s episode, we talked about the misconception that cheap lighting equals cheap content. While it may be true that there is a certain minimum level of quality that indicates you have invested at least a little something, it’s not much when it comes to lighting. With a few thrift store lamps and some experimentation,…
