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Optimize Yourself

Built by creative professionals for creative professionals, at Optimize Yourself we believe it is absolutely possible to love what you do for a living…without having to sacrifice your health, relation... Read more

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Ep54: The Darker Side of Creativity | with Daniel Arnold

Ep54: The Darker Side of Creativity | with Daniel Arnold

Daniel Arnold, is a world-renowned NYC street photographer who has been hailed by Gawker as ‘The best photographer on In... Read more

4 Oct 2018

1hr 29mins

Ranked #2

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The Socially Awkward Introvert's Guide to Networking with Industry "Experts"

The Socially Awkward Introvert's Guide to Networking with Industry "Experts"

I get it. You most likely chose a creative career because you love working on your own. As a Hollywood film & tv edi... Read more

22 Mar 2018

24mins

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Ep140: Using the Athlete’s Mindset to Hone Your Creativity & Productivity | with Vashi Nedomansky, ACE

Ep140: Using the Athlete’s Mindset to Hone Your Creativity & Productivity | with Vashi Nedomansky, ACE

Many people assume that career goals and health goals have to be mutually exclusive (waiting for the next hiatus to star... Read more

2 Mar 2021

1hr 6mins

Ranked #4

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Ep36: Finding Your 'One Thing' | with Jay Papasan

Ep36: Finding Your 'One Thing' | with Jay Papasan

Setting goals is easy. Everyone has done it.“I’m going to make ten million dollars this year.”“I’m going to lose 100 pou... Read more

25 Jan 2018

59mins

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Ep35: FOCUS: The Superpower of the 21st Century | with Cal Newport

Ep35: FOCUS: The Superpower of the 21st Century | with Cal Newport

In our 24-7 world of constant distractions, focus is quickly becoming the superpower of the 21st century. Your ability t... Read more

15 Jan 2018

56mins

Ranked #6

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Ep44: How to Tell Good Stories | with Jeff Bartsch

Ep44: How to Tell Good Stories | with Jeff Bartsch

If you do creative work for a living, you’re a storyteller.It doesn’t matter if you’re a film editor like me working in ... Read more

16 May 2018

57mins

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Ep34: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less | with Greg McKeown

Ep34: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less | with Greg McKeown

Less...but better.Sounds like an oxymoron, but I promise adopting this mantra can change your life.Modern technology has... Read more

10 Jan 2018

51mins

Ranked #8

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Ep18: Surviving the Insanity of the Edit Suite | with Billy Goldenberg, ACE

Ep18: Surviving the Insanity of the Edit Suite | with Billy Goldenberg, ACE

Billy Goldenberg is the Oscar-winning film editor of such films as Detroit, Argo, Zero Dark Thirty, The Imitation Game, ... Read more

26 Oct 2017

54mins

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Ep43: How to Optimize Your Finances As a Freelancer or Small Business Owner | with Sylvia Inks

Ep43: How to Optimize Your Finances As a Freelancer or Small Business Owner | with Sylvia Inks

If you work a demanding creative job and you love doing creative work like I do, then you can most likely identify with ... Read more

26 Apr 2018

51mins

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Ep20: Rewiring Your Brain to Be Happier | with Shane Burcaw

Ep20: Rewiring Your Brain to Be Happier | with Shane Burcaw

As of this week’s episode I have now recorded over 130 interviews with people all over the planet in many different indu... Read more

2 Nov 2017

55mins

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Ep49: Mastering The Mental Game of Focus | with Kevin Bull, ANW

Ep49: Mastering The Mental Game of Focus | with Kevin Bull, ANW

Kevin Bull is an obstacle course racing athlete and an American Ninja Warrior superstar who has appeared on 5 seasons of... Read more

4 Sep 2018

53mins

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Ep28: The Science Behind Depression and Anxiety | with Dr. D and Dr. Michael Mark

Ep28: The Science Behind Depression and Anxiety | with Dr. D and Dr. Michael Mark

When discussing depression and anxiety, it’s not uncommon to hear people say things like, “Why don’t you just snap out o... Read more

5 Dec 2017

1hr 5mins

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Ep30: How Regular Movement Makes You Smarter | with Dr. John Ratey

Ep30: How Regular Movement Makes You Smarter | with Dr. John Ratey

It’s no secret that my #1 productivity hack is movement throughout the workday. And everyone knows that exercise is good... Read more

12 Dec 2017

56mins

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Ep47: The Ugly Side of Depression, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome | with Gen Malone

Ep47: The Ugly Side of Depression, Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome | with Gen Malone

Click to Download AudioDepression. Burnout. Imposter Syndrome.I’ll take “3 Things I’d Rather Not Admit That I’ve Experie... Read more

28 Jun 2018

1hr 1min

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Ep01: Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression | with Dr. Edison de Mello

Ep01: Understanding the Link Between Creativity and Depression | with Dr. Edison de Mello

Creativity and mental health issues go together like peanut butter and jelly...or do they? According to the"Mad Genius P... Read more

5 Sep 2017

1hr 3mins

Ranked #16

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Ep04: The Zen-like Art of 'Getting Things Done' | with David Allen

Ep04: The Zen-like Art of 'Getting Things Done' | with David Allen

I'm commonly asked, "How in the world do you balance so many different projects at once?" In this episode I give away my... Read more

8 Sep 2017

53mins

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Ep15: Transitioning From 'Reality TV' to Scripted Drama | with Monica Daniel

Ep15: Transitioning From 'Reality TV' to Scripted Drama | with Monica Daniel

'Advance Yourself' month continues where we’re diving into the weeds talking about taking practical, boots-on-the-ground... Read more

17 Oct 2017

1hr

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Ep65: Becoming a 'Digital Minimalist' | with Cal Newport

Ep65: Becoming a 'Digital Minimalist' | with Cal Newport

Cal Newport is an associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University, and he’s also the author of six (ama... Read more

7 Feb 2019

57mins

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Ep82: Real Talk About Mental Health and Depression | with Michael Kammes

Ep82: Real Talk About Mental Health and Depression | with Michael Kammes

Michael Kammes is the creator and host of the 5 Things tech series as well as the Director of Business Development for t... Read more

24 Oct 2019

1hr 3mins

Ranked #20

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7 Simple Hacks to Minimize Your Smartphone Addiction and Maximize Creativity

7 Simple Hacks to Minimize Your Smartphone Addiction and Maximize Creativity

It’s time to be honest with yourself...when is the last time you and your smartphone were more than 5 feet away from eac... Read more

22 Feb 2018

28mins

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