Podcasts about being unmistakable

Srinivas Rao is the author of the WSJ Bestselling book The Art of Being Unmistakable and his next book Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best is due out August 2016. He regularly speaks with audiences about creating work that's so distinctive that it makes your competition irrelevant, productivity, creativity and digital storytelling. His work has been featured on the CBS Sunday Morning Show, USA Today, The Blaze and Wall Street Journal.  He was a keynote speaker for Podcast Movement 2014 and has spoken at Social Media Marketing World, New Media Expo, Misfit Conf, and The Green Township School District. In this episode you'll learn: -Mortality and Living with Purpose -The Importance of Context in Personal Development -The Key Concept for Becoming Unmistakable Catch up Sriniva's social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unmistakableceo/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/UnmistakableCEO LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srinivasraoblogcastfm/ GoBundance LHI Assesment: ⁠⁠www.gobundance.com/lhi⁠⁠ Want to listen to Tribe of Millionaires? Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tribe-of-millionaires-podcast/id1110145229 Apple: https://open.spotify.com/show/47lZ1BcVeRs1C4D8b7kbGI Learn More About Our Tribe! https://www.gobundance.com/ Watch How To Profit From Your Brand | Mark Lack Ep 241 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLYFjltV69s Want to connect with our community? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gobundance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gobundance Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoBundance Tribe of Millionaires Podcast by GoBundance is the podcast for healthy wealthy generous people who choose to live epic lives. Each week, we connect with featured guests and GoBundance members to bring you the best in our community. #gobundance #tribeofmillionaires #grablifebig

I speak to Srinivas Rao host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast, where he has interviewed over 1,000 thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives. He is also the creator of the Maximize Your Output course, which helps individuals optimize their workflow and productivity. Srinivas is passionate about helping others achieve their creative goals and has authored several books, including the Wall Street Journal bestseller, "The Art of Being Unmistakable."     Podcast The Unmistakable Creative Podcast   Books An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for It's Own Sake Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best   Free Resources Maximize Your Output Youtube Channel- Knowledge Management Tutorials The Ultimate Guide to building a Second Brain With Mem How to Take Smart Notes E-Course   Course Maximize Your Output with Mem Subscribe To Financial Samurai Join 60,000+ others and sign up for my free weekly newsletter so you never miss a thing. You can also get every post I publish immediately in your inbox by signing up here.  If you enjoyed this podcast, I'd appreciate a great review and a share with your friends!

Get your own copy of Ashley's new book You Turn at youturnbook.com!   Are you living well?   In this bonus episode, Ash shares the Unmistakable Creative podcast where host Srinivas Rao discusses how to live and die well.    Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, where he's interviewed more than 1000 people ranging from bank robbers to billionaires. His self-published book The Art of Being Unmistakable was a Wall Street Journal bestseller and he was featured on the Netflix documentary, Indian Matchmaking.   This episode is packed with insights and actionable advice on how to improve your daily life and shift your perspective into a state of continual joy.    In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why iconic figures may not be the best role models, and who is. Why you should create a standard of excellence in every area of your life Tools to overcome circumstances within your environment. How to leverage grit and talent for success. Where to Find Srinivas Rao: Subscribe to the Unmistakable Creative Podcast on iTunes or Your Favorite Podcast App Twitter: @unmistakableceo Instagram: @unmistakablecreative Website: http://www.unmistakablecreative.com Resources: Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best by Srinivas Rao An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own sake by Srinivas Rao   SOUL CBD   Here is something just for you to sleep more deeply, reduce stress and heal anxiety.    Visit ashleystahl.com/soul and use the code YOUTURN at checkout for 15% off your order!  

Have you ever had a book show up in your life at just the perfect time? ​​This happened to me with "The Art of Being Unmistakable" by Srinivas Rao.   His books have been instrumental in helping me break free of the self-imposed barriers that stifled my creativity and self-expression.In this episode, Srini joins me to talk about creativity, productivity and so much more!Srini is the published author of several great books (listed below) and he is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, where he has interviewed more than 1000 people, from bank robbers to billionaires. He is a keynote speaker on the topics of innovation, creativity, and productivity. Learn more about Srini:  https://unmistakablecreative.com/The Unmistakable Creative Podcast:  https://podcast.unmistakablecreative.com/Connect on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/unmistakableceo/Books:The Art of Being UnmistakableUnmistakable:  Why Only is Better Than BestAn Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for its Own SakeGift from Srini:https://unmistakablecreative.com/differently/Learn more about Carla:  https:/www.carlareeves.com/Connect on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/carlasreeves/Connect on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reevescarla/Explore Coaching with Carla:  https://bookme.name/carlareeves/lite/explore-coaching

“Find what are you curious about go out and explore it.  Be an explorer of the world.” – Srinivas Rao   Srinivas Rao (aka. "Srini"), is the host and co-founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast where he has conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. Unmistakable Media creates content across various platforms that inspire creative professionals to lead more courageous, productive, and meaningful lives. Rao is also the author of three Wall Street Journal bestselling books: An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake, Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best, and The Art of Being Unmistakable. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Inc, Business Insider, and The Blaze.    Your Key Takeaways Transcendence in Surfing – Srini’s connection to the ocean and the profound impact it’s had on his creative work  The Rush of the Impact Zone – How challenging experiences in our lives put things in a greater perspective Insights in the Ocean – How nature conditions resilience and helps us experience greater perspective Final Takeaways – being an explorer of the world to discover the things that make you curious    What are the things that make you curious in life?   Resources Website Instagram Twitter   Connect with Darren For more information on the Nature Advantage visit natureadvantageshow.com   Darren’s Social Media Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

“Almost every creative choice I make is driven by one question. Does this make me curious?”  – Srinivas Rao   Srinivas Rao (aka. "Srini"), is the host and co-founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast where he has conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. Unmistakable Media creates content across various platforms that inspires creative professionals to lead more courageous, productive, and meaningful lives. Rao is also the author of three Wall Street Journal bestselling books: An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake, Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best, and The Art of Being Unmistakable. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Inc, Business Insider, and The Blaze.    Your Key Takeaways The Beneficiary of Serendipity – Srini’s journey to self-discovery that led him to harness his innate gift for storytelling.  Discovering The Ethos of Unmistakable – The massive variable that leads to unique and distinct contributions to the world Search for the Curious – The factor that drives Srini’s creative process  Pathways to the Unmistakable – Best Practices from Srini’s Interview Guests in their pursuit of Human Excellence Finding Your Natural Advantage - Why only is better than best What is your unique perspective that makes you unmistakable?   Resources Website Instagram Twitter   Connect with Darren For more information on the Nature Advantage visit natureadvantageshow.com   Darren’s Social Media Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

Whether you know it or not, there are a whole host of things that either stimulate or obstruct our productivity and creativity. Where we work, the people we see, the equipment we use, the sounds we hear, even the information we consume. The good news is that we can develop systems that can help us harness and fuel our creativity instead of diminish it. Today on the show, I'm sharing a few of my favorite lessons from a recent class by Srinivas Rao that helps us to look at how our environments are either helping or hurting our creativity. Srini is the bestselling author of The Art of Being Unmistakable and An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. His work has been featured in Forbes, Inc, The NYTimes, Business Insider, and The Blaze. You might also know him as the host of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he’s interviewed more than 700 people from every walk of life. In this episode, Srini guides us through a couple different environments to help us get started. Of course, that's just the tip of the iceberg. If you want to check out the rest of the class you can find it on CreativeLive. Enjoy! Today's episode is brought to you by CreativeLive. CreativeLive is the world's largest hub for online creative education in photo/video, art/design, music/audio, craft/maker and the ability to make a living in any of those disciplines. They are high quality, highly curated classes taught by the world’s top experts -- Pulitzer, Oscar, Grammy Award winners, New York Times best selling authors and the best entrepreneurs of our times.

“The capacity to take physical risks actually equips you to take creative risks” Our next guest is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he has conducted over 700 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life, including Tim Ferriss, Simon Sinek, Seth Godin, and Jordan Harbinger.  He’s the author of 3 books: the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable; Unmistakable: Why Only is Better than Best; and An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake.   His work has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Inc, Business Insider, and The Blaze. In this episode, we cover: Why the ability to focus is the most important skill to learn Why his surfing and writing started simultaneously How a connection to nature can make you more creative Why taking risks physically (like rock climbing) can equip you to take on creative risks How doing things that don’t scale can help you scale in the future What he does to get his “zone of genius” work done How to stay creative in a rapidly changing world  And a whole lot more... Important Links/Resources: Srini Rao - The Psychology of Building an Audience  Srini Rao - Audience of One Florence Williams - The Nature Fix Ryan Holiday - Perennial Seller Interested in learning more about Srini? Check out the Unmistakable Creative Podcast on their website, unmistakablecreative.com, or on Facebook and Instagram @Unmistakable Creative. You can find every episode of the Strive For More podcast at:  www.striveaccelerator.com/podcast If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving us a short review and a 5-star rating on Apple podcasts? It takes like 20 seconds, and goes a long way to convincing on-the-fence listeners to try us out.  I would love to hear from you. If you have comments or suggestions, shoot me an email at jared@striveaccelerator.ca Follow Strive on Social Media: Instagram: instagram.com/striveaccelerator Facebook: facebook.com/striveaccelerator  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/striveaccelerator

This episode features Srini Rao – Host /creator of widely popular ‘The Unmistakable Creative’ Podcast which features close to 700 interviews with some of the world’s insanely interesting people! Tim Ferris, Simon Sinek, Seth Godin to name a few!Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author of ‘The Art of Being Unmistakable’, Srini Rao is a well-known creativity keynote speaker who helps companies to find their unmistakable unique voice and stand out from the crowd!In this episode, Srini gets candid with Ash as he discusses his non linear career which began soon after he graduated with an MBA when he found his slate wiped clean when economy had just tanked !Srini found himself using this unexpected gift of time and decided to use this to do two things-1. Writing2. SurfingBoth of these activities eventually led him to live life by his own design and not default to the expected norms of society and got him closer to what he truly was – an unmistakable creative! Srini talks about how he started writing and then after hearing the consistent feedback from his network which in this case also includes Simon Sinek who observes that Srini is good at 2 things – His obsession about people doing most interesting stuff and Srini’s drive to help people to find their thing that makes them unique – makes them unmistakable !This led him to eventually start the, widely popular podcast ‘The Unmistakable Creative’ which now close to 700+ interviews so far and going strong!When Ash asks about how to keep up with creativity during crisis – Srini explains it through four key phases which involves Panic, Projection, Awareness, Acceptance and Action.Key Insights from the episode:· Try to live your life by design and not default· Do not plainly copy your role models – rather just model them and then discard the parts that isn’t for you. Remember context matters and everyone’s background is different. Outlier advantages that they had may not apply to you – so do it your way· When life does not go as per your plan – instead of blaming circumstance, use it as gift to get creative and find a solution!· About Acceptance – Srini says – “If you hold on to something very strongly , it starts to have power over you but if you start to accept thing as they are, that power /control dissolves, Once you accept there is new sense of awareness and you start to think what you could do . This awareness leads to action and this action is now based on your courage and not your fear!”Keystone habit that Srini Rao believes in and which has helped him build out his creative career Writing 1000 words per day!! Just writing it out /flushing out ideas /brainstorming – led to numerous led to numerous blog posts, podcast ideas, book ideas.Other fun facts covered in episode:· His cameo in Netflix series #indianmatchmaking and how this experience has led to many conversations about south Asian culture which was long overdue!You can know more about Srini and his work HERE!Access more episodes and get connected HERE!

In today’s episode, we have my friend Srini Rao, who is the author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book called the Art of Being Unmistakeable. He is also the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast where he has interviewed at least 700 people ranging from bank robbers to billionaires and including high profile guests like Tim Ferris and Seth Godin. One thing I’m sure you will notice from this conversation is this raw and untamed spirit that lives inside Srini. He has this speed of light voice and a presence that is bigger than life itself. He is going to take you on a ride during this episode.  We talk about our shared belief that nothing really matters, the success, titles, etc. but ultimately what we are all seeking is more time with the people that matter to us and doing the things that bring us joy.   “Nothing matters. That’s the key to unlocking the handcuffs that keep us imprisoned in worry, self doubt, fear, and disbelief.” ~ Srinivas Rao   If you want to write a book, share your voice, and live your life on your terms. If you want to feel free and to create a legacy you love. This is the conversation for you. I’d love to hear what you think of this conversation. Be sure to comment below or connect with me on Instagram to tell me all about it. More About Srinivas Rao Srinivas Rao (aka "Srini") is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative, where he's interviewed over 700 people ranging from bank robbers to billionaires. He has been the conference keynote speaker for The International Live Events Association, The Healthcare Design Expo, Catersource, and The International Association of Event Planners. He's also worked with corporations like Citibank, Meredith Corporation, and Bayer.      He's the author of 4 books: The Art of Being Unmistakable (WSJ Best-Seller), An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for its Own Sake, Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better than Best, and The Small Army Strategy: A Guide for Turning Fans and Followers into Fanatics and Friends for Life. You can connect with Srini via his website and Facebook and Instagram. Things We Mention In This Episode Website and Podcast: The Unmistakable Creative  Book: The Art of Being Unmistakable by Srinivas Rao Book: An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for its Own Sake by Srinivas Rao Temple Journey Weekend with Christina Rasmussen Book: Where Did You Go? by Christina Rasmussen Book: Second Firsts by Christina Rasmussen Newsletter - Message In a Bottle: Sign up for Christina’s weekly letter  Apple podcast reviews and ratings are really important to help get the podcast in front of more people to uplift and inspire them too, which is the ultimate goal. Thank you!

"When you expect nothing, everything comes to you." As creatives, we are constantly trying to balance our desires to hone our craft and our vision and promote our work to the world, often times chasing what we hope will make the biggest impact on other people. But our guest today is here to tell you that there is only a very small audience you should be focusing on: yourself. Today, I’m with Srinivas Rao, host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast, conducting over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life, and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller "The Art of Being Unmistakable", "Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best", and "An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake". Srinivas's work has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Inc, Business Insider, and The Blaze. Listen in to today's episode as we go over a ton of different topics around creative people and the creative process, from technology's role in our work, the role of spiritual practice in creative work, and process-oriented work. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on Apple Podcasts. And please leave me a Rating and Review! "When it comes to creative work, the only thing you control is your effort." Some things we learn in this podcast: How Srinivas's career in podcasting started in the blogging world [4:07] Why success is predicated on making large volumes of unremarkable work [5:58] The importance of focusing on the process instead of the outcome in growing as an artist [8:48] The acceleration of technology and what that means for the future of the creative [11:28] How to manage the paradigm shifts in your industry as a creative [19:14] What inspired Srinivas's new book [26:29] The most valuable thing an aspiring author can do [32:45] How Srinivas changed from being a spiritual skeptic, especially in the creative process [34:13] Why expectation kills the creative process [38:51] What has been most beneficial for helping Srinivas let go of expectation over the last year [43:39] Why Srinivas believes people should value their time more highly [50:35] The systems that Srinivas has in place to make his work better, easier, and more efficient [52:04] What's next for Srinivas [56:53] Links Mentioned: Unmistakable Creative An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake The Scenic Route: A Way through Madness The Architects of Reality Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World Wait But Why Year One: We finally figured out how to put a blog onto an e-reader TaskRabbit Connect with Srinivas Rao on Unmistakable Creative | Twitter < Upload to Libsyn, Ensure the Smart Track Player and Media URL is connected to the blog post. To do this:

Srini Rao is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast. With over 600 interviews, Srini talks to people “from all walks of life,” including psychologists, cartoonists, entrepreneurs and ex-cons. Srini is the author of 3 books: The Art of Being Unmistakable, Unmistakable: Why Only is Better than Best, and An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. Please listen on with our lovely co-host Shannon Deer as she unravels the origin of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, Srini’s influences and hear the pair weigh-in on re-designing education. You can find Srini’s work here: https://unmistakablecreative.com/  Enjoy! This episode was in partnership with the Mays Innovation Research Center. You can learn more at: mays.tamu.edu/innovation-research-center

Welcome to episode #654 of Six Pixels of Separation.  Here it is: Six Pixels of Separation - Episode #654 - Host: Mitch Joel. I love people are not only creative, but understand how to talk about creativity. It's something that deeply motivates me to make stuff. Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast, where he has conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life (sounds familiar!). He's also the author of three books, including The Art of Being Unmistakable, Unmistakable - Why Only is Better than Best, and his latest, An Audience of One - Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. His work has been featured in many new outlets and publications. Many people also cite The Unmistakable Creative as being one of the more compelling podcasts on the creative landscape. What if creativity wasn't a job, but the work that you were meant to do? Here's what that might look (and sound) like. Enjoy the conversation... Running time: 52:27. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Subscribe over at iTunes. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Six Pixels of Separation. Feel free to connect to me directly on Facebook here: Mitch Joel on Facebook. or you can connect on LinkedIn. ...or on Twitter. Here is my conversation with Srinivas Rao. An Audience of One - Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. Unmistakable - Why Only is Better than Best. The Art of Being Unmistakable. The Unmistakable Creative. Follow Srinivas on Twitter. This week's music: David Usher 'St. Lawrence River'.

Srini Rao is the host of the Unmistakable Creative podcast where he’s interviewed 600+ creatives, entrepreneurs, thought leaders and people from all walks of life as well as the author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable, and An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. I’ve followed his work for years, and love how committed he is to his craft as an interviewer, writer and all around creative. It was a pleasure to have him on the show about his life's journey, feeling like he never fit in and how he built a creative media platform from scratch. In this episode, you’ll discover: The duality of defining our success Measuring your success for fulfillment Why finding clarity means getting uncomfortable How to know you’re on the wrong trajectory What to do when you find what lights you up Why you need to have more patience in your pursuit How to find your passion by trying everything once Why passion follows engagement in our lives How to escape the matrix of society’s checkboxes The power of presence and flow in life and business Why presence increases performance at least 5X Why questioning social programming is crucial  Leaning into your crisis and pain for massive growth Why the myth of being discovered will kill your dreams ...and so much more in a conversation designed to shift you with clarity, purpose and perspective. “Clarity comes from action, it’s a process of removing layers, labels and masks.”  “To get clarity, you have to be willing to get uncomfortable and deal with your baggage.” “Passion comes from engagement.” “Everything you accept as a truth is nothing more than a collective agreement.” "Everybody is creative." THE 1% RULE IS OUT ON AUDIOBOOK! My latest book, The 1% Rule: How to Fall in Love with the Process and Achieve Your Wildest Dreams is now out on Amazon. I’m so excited to finally release this book, and I need your help to push this up the lists as I am proud of what I have created. Head here to grab your copy of The 1% Rule Now! http://a.co/6H8uWlH The 1% Rule was designed to answer three core questions: Why do some people seem to achieve massive success in everything they do, while others can’t even get out of their own way? What separates those who get excited and inspired for a season, a quarter, a month or a week — and those who are consistently on fire? What are the core principles, mindsets, habits, and rituals of those who execute ruthlessly, and those who sit on the sidelines pondering? …through exploring these answers over the last decade the core principles, strategies and proven framework of The 1% Rule were born and are now yours today. LIKED WHAT YOU HEARD? There are countless podcasts out there. If you have ever gotten any value from the Academy... Please take 60-90 seconds to tell the world why. What is it about the Academy that makes you tune in? Head over to iTunes, search for the Academy, click 'write a review' and submit...it would mean the world! Our new website is live! Ensure you don't miss a thing and join us on this platform by grabbing your special audio training (this can't be found anywhere else) right here: https://resistaverageacademy.com/ ARE YOU READY TO LEVEL UP? You've listened to the show. You have a lot of knowledge, but are you ready for results? At the Academy, we have three core experiences to bring your dreams to life, including virtual programs, a mastermind and a one day intensive here in Scottsdale, Arizona. Head over to the website or simply email us at tommy@resistaverageacademy.com now!

Today's guest is someone who aligns with my mission for productivity and creativity: Srini Rao. Srini is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he's conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. He's the author of three books: the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable, Unmistakable: Why Only is Better than Best, and his most recent book An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake.   His work has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Inc, Business Insider, and The Blaze. Srini and I discuss why getting fired was helpful to his career, why creativity without a purpose is valuable, and how he cultivates a commitment to mastery.  In Srini's latest book, An Audience of One, he makes the case for why creating for your own pleasure is essential to a creative and meaningful life. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or email: hello@jessicaannmedia.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjessicann/  Instagram: https://instagram.com/itsjessicann/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/itsjessicann  Medium: https://medium.com/@itsjessicann/  Jessica Ann: https://www.jessicaannmedia.com/  AoH: http://artofhumanity.io/  

Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the popular podcast, the Unmistakable Creative, where he's interviewed over five hundred creative people. Former guests on the show include Seth Godin, Elle Luna, Tim Ferriss, Gretchen Rubin, Simon Sinek, Adam Grant, and Danielle LaPorte. His self-published book The Art of Being Unmistakable was a Wall Street Journal bestseller.   Today’s episode of the Live Different Podcast is all about getting fulfillment out of the creative process, making your own opportunities, and not being afraid to make mistakes.   Srini shares how to develop your authenticity, connect with your voice, and have goals within your plan.   He leaves listeners with the advice, “Momentum is the byproduct of doing something on a consistent basis. It's not the byproduct of standing still.”   Get the full shownotes on the Under30Experiences Blog.

Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the popular podcast, the Unmistakable Creative, where he's interviewed over five hundred creative people. Former guests on the show include Seth Godin, Elle Luna, Tim Ferriss, Gretchen Rubin, Simon Sinek, Adam Grant, and Danielle LaPorte. His self-published book The Art of Being Unmistakable was a Wall Street Journal bestseller. Srinivas' book An Audience of One was just released. In this episode, we discuss: How surfing inspired Srini's writing Being present in the moment Why Srini started writing a blog after graduating from business school What life-changing advice Srini received Learning how to listen How does somebody find passion? The evolution from Blogcast FM to Unmistakable Creative The art of an interview Srini's struggle with depression Using metrics to quantify everything in Srini's life The world is full of other people’s standards and information The role environment plays Clearing out things that aren’t serving you The people you surround yourself with matter Everything is a deliberate choice The impact of the information you consume What is digital junk food? Cognitive bandwidth How to avoid information overload Creating for an audience of one Problems with social media Do the thing you can control Hold yourself to higher standards Srini's morning routine Creativity leads to happiness Show sponsors: Four Sigmatic

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Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the popular podcast The Unmistakable Creative, where he’s interviewed more than 700 people from every walk of life imaginable. Srinivas is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 3 books: An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake, Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best, and The Art of Being Unmistakable. He writes and speaks about how organizations and individuals can increase their productivity and stand out in a sea of sameness by expressing their creativity. http://whatgotyouthere.com/ Vuori Clothing 25% off with discount code “WGYT” https://www.vuoriclothing.com/ GlobeKick 10% off with discount code “WGYT” https://globekick.com/ 15% off Four Sigmatic with discount code "WGYT" http://foursigmatic.com/wgyt   https://unmistakablecreative.com/ https://twitter.com/UnmistakableCR   https://twitter.com/WhatGotYouThere https://www.instagram.com/whatgotyoutherepodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/whatgotyouthere/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-delaney-00909190/   Intro/Outro music by Justin Great- http://justingreat.com/ Audio Engineer- Brian Lapres 

Srinivas Rao is the creator and host of The Unmistakeable Creative Podcast where he has conducted over 700 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. He has also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable. His new book is An Audience of One: Reclaiming Creativity for Its Own Sake. In this episode we talk about what it takes to create lifelong creative practices, and why creating them for an audience of one is more fulfilling. Mentioned in this episode: Gusto – Get three free months after running your first payroll! Babbel – Try it free! So Good They Can’t Ignore You Perennial Seller The Unmistakeable Creative Podcast Please connect with me Subscribe, rate, and review in iTunes Follow @ErikJFisher Check out more Noodle.mx Network showsThe Audacity to Podcast: "How-to" podcast about podcastingBeyond the To-Do List: Personal and professional productivityThe Productive Woman: Productivity for busy womenONCE: Once Upon a Time podcastWelcome to Level Seven: Agents of SHIELD and Marvel’s cinematic universe podcastAre You Just Watching?: Movie reviews with Christian critical thinkingthe Ramen Noodle: Family-friendly clean comedy

If you’re questioning everything and not sure which way is up, episode 123 of the Lead with Love podcast is for you. I get cozy with Srinivas Rao, the author of a Wall Street Journal bestseller book, The Art of Being Unmistakable. We talk about dark chapters in life, the role our environment plays on our behavior and mindset, and what to do when you’re in a big transition in your career and life. Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast, where he’s interviewed more than 700 people ranging from bank robbers to billionaires. Guests have included Tim Ferriss, Elle Luna, Seth Godin and 100’s of others. What you'll hear (and don't want to miss!) ::  How a rough period in Srini’s life forced him to question everything and be more vulnerable which led to the creation of his first book ::  What role our environment plays on our behavior and mindset, and 3 steps to take now if you’re in a dark place in your life ::  How to create things that you’re proud to put your signature on and find joy in the process ::  We also explore his newest book, An Audience of One which covers innovation, creativity, and productivity and what it really means to create for an “audience of one” and the ultimate paradox about it You can find full show notes over at: https://jadahsellner.com/creating-for-audience-of-one-srinivas-rao-123   

Srinivas Rao is a bestselling author and the host of the wildly successful Unmistakable Creative podcast, where his guests range from Olympic athletes to bank robbers to trailblazing entrepreneurs. He self-published his first book, The Art of Being Unmistakable, which went on to become a Wall Street Journal bestseller. His latest book is Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best. You’ll learn: -- How an early failure launched Srini’s successful career as an author and speaker -- How Srini’s Facebook status updates turned into a Wall Street Journal bestseller -- How writing 1,000 words a day can change your life - Get your FREE copy of my e-book. Text OZAN to 345345 or navigate to weeklycontrarian.com to download a free copy of my e-book, The Contrarian Handbook: 8 Principles for Innovating Your Thinking. Along with your free e-book, you’ll get the Weekly Contrarian — a newsletter that challenges conventional wisdom and changes the way we look at the world (plus access to exclusive content for subscribers only). Don’t want to miss future episodes? Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review on iTunes or Google Play. As always, thanks for listening.

Srini Rao is an author and podcaster focused on what makes us creative. He joins Dr. Hill on Head First to discuss how to build that into your life, with tips on creative output, how to find your unique voice, and other lifehacking wisdom and strategies. Bio: Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he has conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life, which has given him an incredibly distinctive view into branding, storytelling, and marketing. Extracting unmistakable stories out of people is his superpower. He's also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable and his latest book, Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best. He also holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and enjoys chasing waves in his spare time. "STOP TRYING TO BEAT EVERYONE ELSE. TRUE SUCCESS IS CREATING WORK THAT NO ONE ELSE CAN REPLICATE. DON'T AIM TO BE THE BEST—AIM TO BE THE ONLY" Links: unmistakablecreative.com Facebook: @UnmistakeableCreative Twitter: @UnmistakableCEO Instagram: @UnmistakableCEO Topics covered: – Founder of Unmistakable Creative podcast – Bringing back creativity for its own sake – Little c vs. big C creativity – Viral fame vs. organic success – Creative output: quantity and timing – Echo chambers or copycats of others’ blueprints of success: good or bad? – Modeling vs. mimicking what works – Keeping your uniqueness – Surfing as a metaphor for business and life – How do we sustain creativity throughout our whole lives? – The uncertainty of creativity – Not using technology in the morning – The value of meditation, nutrition, exercise, and things that make you happy – Reactive life vs. control of your behavior – Getting rid of distractions – Habit forming platforms and the benefits of changing the defaults – The problem with social media: comparison and misrepresentation of reality – The draw of intermittent reinforcers via social media – The thousand word habit – Minimizing the activation energy for habits

I loved having this conversation so much and I think you're all really going to dig it, too. Today's guest Srini Rao, author and host of the Unmistakable Creative podcast is someone who not only has personal chops and experience when it comes to developing creative processes and creating habits for effectiveness and productivity - but he's a real student of the two as well. Between his own studies and interviewing over 700 people himself (#podcastgoals), he provides a TON of interesting and useful perspective in this episode. From cultural expectations and differences, to relating his passion and dedication to surfing to creativity, and finding creative flow in spite of having ADD and bouts with depression, we went deep in this conversation. Enjoy and be sure to let me know what you think! About Srini Rao: Srini Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he's conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. This has given him an incredibly distinctive view into branding, storytelling, and marketing. He's also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable; created, planned, and executed a 60-person conference called the Instigator Experience; and is publishing the forthcoming Unmistakable book with Penguin Portfolio. Somewhere along the way his compass led him in the direction of an economics degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Extracting unmistakable stories out of people is his superpower. And in his spare time he's usually chasing waves. In this episode, Srini shares: 1. Finding flow between boredom and anxiety 2. How to work with a medium that's constantly changing 3. Habits: how to increase activation energy towards the habits you want to cultivate and decrease it from the habits you want to avoid

Srinivas Rao is an author and the host and founder of the popular podcast, the Unmistakable Creative, where he's interviewed over five hundred creative people. Former guests on the show include Tim Ferriss, Simon Sinek, and Seth Godin. His self-published book "The Art of Being Unmistakable "is the basis for this new, expanded version. It got the attention of media personality Glenn Beck, sold over 15,000 copies and hit the "Wall Street Journal "bestseller list

What do you want to be when you grow up? It's OK if you are still unable to answer this question, argues guest expert, Srinivas Rao. There's always time to change paths and find a more personally rewarding career that resonates with your passions. Most people try to create a linear career path; each new job is a stepping stone to ever increasing levels of responsibility. This thinking is driven by the chase for money and the expectations of others. But the real problem is that a linear career doesn't always lead to interesting jobs. Our interests change as we age, so we need to create opportunities to explore new directions in work. Choosing a job you enjoy allows you to thrive. You may get paid less, but you will be more productive, engaged, and happy. Of course, money is an always an issue. When planning a career, consider what jobs may increase your long-term earning potential, even at the expense of short-term salary. If you are a recent college graduate or have been let go from a position, use the time to evaluate what matters to you and prepare yourself for the job you want. As Srinivas says “sometimes it takes a disruption to initiate change.” If it feels like you are being herded in a particular direction to go along with the crowd, get a decent-paying job and settle in, it’s because you are. Social norms often dictate what people with normal jobs do. To find a compelling interesting career, you need to break the mold and focus on your own personal passions and interests. This Week's Guest: Srinivas Rao Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he’s interviewed more than 600 thought leaders and people from all walks of life.  He’s also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable. Srinivas is currently working on his second book, which is about the creative habits and the creative process. He says, “it will be a map of how to create in a distraction-driven world.” Resource of the Week Ben’s resource this week is the article "The 21 Most Valuable Career Skills Now" put together by Money Magazine and Payscale.com. The authoritative list includes which skills generate the highest increase in pay. They found employers willing to pay more for the ability to make sense of big data, the ability to manage the bottom line, the ability to leverage new technology and strategic thinking skills. Listener Question of the Week Jenna, Ben, and Mac offer advice to Anne-Marie Sheridan, who asks: “How do you know if a company reaching out to you on LinkedIn is a scam?” If you would like the team to answer a job-related question, email it to jenna@macslist.org, or call her at 716-JOB-TALK. Or, if you’ve found a job resource you think everyone should know about, send it to ben@macslist.org, and tell him how it has helped you find your dream job. If you like this show, please help us by rating and reviewing our podcast on iTunes. We appreciate your support! Opening and closing music for Find Your Dream Job provided by Freddy Trujillo, www.freddytrujillo.com.

  Please Support The Show With a Donation   This week we talk to Srini Rao about being unmistakable Srini Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast. He has written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable; and his latest book: Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best He is the creator of the 60-person conference called the Instigator Experience; He has an economics degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from Pepperdine University. In This Interview, Srini Rao and I Discuss... His book, Unmistakable: Why Only is Better than Best That the process holds so much joy and that there really is no moment of arrival How doing the work itself is the reward and the importance of being present The temptation of trying to copy something that works and expect the same result The three layers under which everyone's unmistakable nature lies Stories, Labels, and Masks The story of I have enough and the story of I don't have enough That labels limit our capacity The importance of constructing environments That 96% of personal development projects fail Just because it's a best practice doesn't mean it's best for you That life is basically just one giant experiment The idea of being ready and how it gets in our way How crucial it is to commit to the process rather than the outcome The insidious nature of validation Our warped perception of longevity     Please Support The Show with a Donation      

Episode 181: Srini Rao - How To Be Unmistakably Creative Srini Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he's conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. This has given him an incredibly distinctive view into branding, storytelling, and marketing. Srini has also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable; created,planned, and executed a 60-person conference called the Instigator Experience;and am publishing the forthcoming Unmistakable book with Penguin Portfolio. Somewhere along the way his compass led him in the direction of an economics degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Extracting unmistakable stories out of people is his superpower. And in his spare time he's usually chasing waves. Episode 181: Srini Rao - How To Be Unmistakably Creative Subscribe on iTunes  or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show "All change is proceeded by crisis." In This Episode, You Will Learn: Common themes to sustain excellence: A pathological inability to accept the status quo Resilience A disciplined work ethic Why the path is never linear Reading 100 books a year How to turn disadvantages into disproportionate advantages The Pepperdine MBA - How it impacted Srini "Most people like the idea of leaping, but not executing on it" How to make "micro-changes" Creating multiple streams of revenue: Author (book deals) Speaking Sponsors Projects Why you should write 1,000 words per day "Systems vs. Goals" Stephen Pressfield - "The Resistance" The "8 Step Daily Routine" Why surfing helps Srini Having the ability to navigate and weave in and out of relationships Learning Leader = A lifelong commitment to becoming better on a daily basis “Is what you're doing today leading to what you want to do five years from now?" Continue Learning: Srini's best selling book: Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best Follow Srini on Twitter: @UnmistakableCEO Connect with me on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group: The Learning Leader Community To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 073: Jay Bilas - World Class ESPN Basketball Broadcaster, Toughness, Fixing The NCAA Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Srini Rao on the show, please don’t hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell The Learning Leader Show is supported by  Mizzen and Main: Performance fabric menswear. The most comfortable/durable dress shirts you will find on the market. I personally own 22 of them. To get free shipping, use the code "ryanhawk" -- To get $50 off when you purchase three shirts, use the code "ryanhawk3" -- Thank you for your support!

Srinivas Rao is the creator and host of The Unmistakeable Creative Podcast where he has conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. He has also written multiple books including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable. Tweetable quotes: 'You’re goal isn’t to be the best. It’s to be the only. Then competition ceases to matter.'Click To Tweet 'The one thing that defeats the resistance is doing the work itself.'Click To Tweet Mentioned in this episode: Cal Newport Cal Newport TEDX Talk Ryan Holiday  Ryan Holiday Notecard system Stephen Pressfield Jason Fried – Rework Hey Focus  Rescue time Please connect with me Subscribe, rate, and review in iTunes Follow @ErikJFisher Check out more Noodle.mx Network showsThe Audacity to Podcast: "How-to" podcast about podcastingBeyond the To-Do List: Personal and professional productivityThe Productive Woman: Productivity for busy womenONCE: Once Upon a Time podcastWelcome to Level Seven: Agents of SHIELD and Marvel’s cinematic universe podcastAre You Just Watching?: Movie reviews with Christian critical thinkingthe Ramen Noodle: Family-friendly clean comedy

Srinivas Rao (or “Srini” as he's often called) is the founder of Unmistakable Media, host of The Unmistakable Creative podcast and author of multiple books, including the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable. Srini's most recent book is Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best. So when it comes to being not just recognizable, but undeniable, memorable and ultimately unmistakable...well, he literally wrote the book on it. In his podcast, Srini has conducted over 600 interviews (!) with thought leaders and people from all walks of life. This has cultivated an incredibly distinctive view on branding, storytelling, and marketing with so many great sources to draw from. Since so much of the creative process includes elements that are outside our control, Srini believes we have to fall in love with the process of what we do, and be less concerned with external feedback. While it's important for your business to track sales, and measure engagement, you have to decide, will you base your joy off of these numbers? One tip? Pick things that you'd choose to create even if you weren't getting paid, even if there was no way for people to “like” it or upvote it in some way.   “When you're no longer concerned with all of these things you can't control, that really is a place of freedom.”   When you let go of this need to manufacture some sort of result, when you can let go of those outcomes and focus on the process, all of the anxiety and energy that were put into outcomes are now translated into the process. Srini believes, the enemy of process is distraction. It's ally is a concept called Deep Work, introduced by Cal Newport, which is the ability to go into a cognitively demanding task for a long period of time. The more you do that, the more that you build what Srini calls Creative Momentum, the more you start to get into a state of Flow.   “If you can actually resist the temptation for distraction, you will build your ability to go into deeper states of Flow, and not only that but you will sustain the ability to go into deeper states of flow for longer periods of time, and as a result things will actually get better.”   Srini's book, Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best, illustrates that anyone is capable of standing out from the crowd, being authentic, and avoiding the alluring trap of mimicking those that have come before them.   How do you avoid succumbing to the tempting mimicry epidemic? Curiosity – “What are you naturally curious about? Not what you think will lead to some sort of result or outcome, but what is it that you are curious about?” Experimentation – “Experiments don't have to be expensive, don't have to be time-consuming, but they give you a tremendous amount of feedback.”   “We're trying to boil down something that has no formula into a formula.”   Srini is a passionate surfer, and his experience with the ocean has shifted not only the way he shows up in business, but also the way he shows up in relationships. For example He's cultivated resilience in the face of difficult situations. He also practices letting go of any expectations from these situations.   “What you learn by being in the ocean is that the conditions are always changing. It's always dynamic, it's always interesting, and your job is to keep adjusting to what the conditions are. There are days where the conditions are perfect, but if you're just standing around waiting for the conditions to be perfect you'll never do anything, you'll never take any risks.”   Srini is a wonderful guest and, indeed, unmistakable guest. He shares a lot of great tools and tips to improve our productivity, break free of distractions and become unmistakable. I greatly appreciate him stopping by, and you should go check out The Unmistakable Creative to hear more from Srini.       SOME QUESTIONS I ASK: How does Srini cultivate more creativity in his life? What tips would Srini give people who are just starting out and haven't honed what makes them unmistakable yet? Where does Srini see the business going and what does the future of the Unmistakable brand looks like? Can Srini think of a habit or tool from his 600+ interviews that stands out that he has implemented in your own life? IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How you can be Unmistakable. How to cultivate creativity in your life. How to break free of the distractions of technology. How to attain a Creative Momentum and achieve a state of Flow. Plus much more… DON'T STOP HERE… Guest Links & Resources: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Listen to The Unmistakable Creative podcast Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best by Srinivas Rao The Art of Being Unmistakable by Srinivas Rao “Why Practice Matters Just as Much If not More Than Performance” by Srinivas Rao ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: The Life And Times of a Remarkable Misfit by AJ Leon, a free collection of essays about changing the world “‘The Artist's Way' in an Age of Self Promotion” by Carrie Battan Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor Deep Work by Cal Newport Turning Pro by Steven Pressfield Cal Newport's TEDed Talk on Passion Focus@Will – mobile productivity application Hey Focus – desktop productivity application MacJournal – simplified word processor Grammarly – free grammar checker Calm – mobile meditation application Production & Development for The Bold Life Movement Podcast by Podcast Masters

Mastery in anything is difficult to achieve. We all know that intuitively. But there s something in human nature that pushes us to look for the easy way, the shortcut, the exception to that rule. Today s guest is Srini Rao, a man who has discovered his path to mastery somewhat by accident and can attest to the fact that mastery by no means comes easily. In this conversation, you ll get to hear how Srini has reached the levels of success he has – as an author and podcaster – and what he s learned along the way. It s a conversation you won t want to miss.     If you re at the beginning of your creative journey, where do you start? The journey toward mastery is daunting from whatever part of your journey you view it. But especially when you re starting out it can seem like an impossibility. If you are just getting started, how do you even know where to begin? On this episode of the podcast, Dane asks Srini that very question and he gets an answer that you might not expect. Be sure you take the time to listen to the wisdom of a man who has learned his lessons well. His creative spirit and enthusiasm for what can be accomplished by everyday people is quite inspiring. Too often we let the past dictate our future. It is not uncommon for all of us to think of the future in terms of the past. We think that since things have always gone a certain way, they will continue to go that way. We think that because we never had success in a certain realm or area we will not have success in that realm in the future. But today’s guest insists that we have to break out of that kind of thinking. The future has nothing to do with the past except that it is part of the same journey. The past does not dictate it, we dictate it by our choices and actions. You can hear this great conversation with Srini Rao, on this episode of Converge. Children know what it s like to live without impossibilities. When Srini Rao was working with 7th graders he discovered that they don’t think with the limitations that most adults do. One of his students asked him if kangaroos could box simply because he had seen a kangaroo boxing on a cartoon. It caused Srini To realize that children have not yet been taught that certain things are not possible. As a result, they continue to assume that possibilities exist in almost every area of life. He believes that when adults can move back to that place of belief they will be able to set their sights higher and accomplish more than they ever dreamed, simply because they learn to dream again. This is a great conversation that you will want to hear. On the journey to mastery don t take yourself too seriously. As we grow and develop, moving ever forward toward mastery, we can get to a place where every decision and every outcome seems like a crucial thing in our minds. We take ourselves too seriously and as a result don’t allow for the mistakes and missteps that are required to actually gain mastery. Srini Rao shares how he learned to relax and not take himself so seriously, on this episode. It’s a refreshing mindset, and in the high-pressure world of creativity and business, we would all do well to adopt it. Outline of this great episode [1:04] Dane s introduction to his guest, Srini Rao. [3:33] Srini s story and how he got on the path he s on now. [8:08] The right place to start if you re at the beginning of your creative journey. [16:36] The role of possibility in our creative endeavors. [20:16] The surfing analogy throughout Srini s book and what it means. [25:14] The negative things that happen when you take yourself too seriously. [27:58] When everything comes together for mastery. [34:14] The things Srini finds himself saying over and over to people in the fight. Resources & Links mentioned in this episode PODCAST: Unmistakable Creative BOOK: The Art of Being Unmistakable Connect with the Converge team: Website: www.Fastermind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followdane/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danesanders Twitter: https://twitter.com/danesanders Audio Production and Show notes provided by PODCAST FAST TRACK The post S.2 Ep. 006 – The Journey Toward Mastery and the Art of Being Unmistakable, with Srini Rao appeared first on Fastermind.co.

We all have challenging moments in life regardless of how successful and impactful we become and “Just because you're unmistakable doesn't mean your unbreakable.” Today, I have the privilege of interviewing the host of Unmistakable Creative Podcast, Srini Rao. Our open and direct conversation is vulnerable, transparent and loaded with meaningful insights. Srini is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast where he's conducted over 600 interviews with thought leaders from many walks of life who peek his curiosity. This has given him an incredible view into what makes some of the most impactful creatives successful across multiple disciplines. Srini has just released his latest book called Unmistakable: Why ONLY is Better Than Best. He is also the Wall Street Journal bestseller The Art of Being Unmistakable. Before he kicked off Unmistakable Media, he got an economics degree from the University of California at Berkeley and an MBA from Pepperdine University. In Srini's spare time, you will catch him chasing waves. Srini's story and curiosities will inspire living a fulfilling and Unmistakable life.   Highlights - Advantage in business of knowing what makes you unmistakable 5-thought's about becoming unmistakable Approval and Validation factor Key benefit commitment and completion Working through hopelessness   Resources Acuity Scheduling Client scheduling a crazy hot mess? Don't hate. Integrate! Acuity automates your appointments, cancellations, reminders & even payments with one(non-frustrating) click. No more back and fourth, missed meetings, no shows or multiple calendars to manage! Get your special 45-days free trial(typically 14 days). Grammarly Getting your point across in business can be tricky. Grammarly uses a browser extension to check your text for spelling and grammatical errors anytime you write something online to help you avoid mistakes in comments, tweets, and status updates. Get access to your own personal editor 24/7! Free Webinar I'll be sharing how to leverage your creative side and use it as an advantage in business. Join me for my free webinar, How To Succeed In Business Marketing Yourself and Your Talent. Register go to cwwebinar.com or text warrior to number 33444 to unleash your creative thinking to propel your business forward.    Guest Contact - Website  Twitter  Facebook  LinkedIn  Books Unmistakable: Why Only Is Better Than Best     Mentions - “Your temporary circumstances do not have to become your permanent circumstances.” Greg Hartle "Life is a series of false horizons" Ed Helms “First, the universe gives you a shout, then it gives you a whisper, then it gives you a 2X4 to the head and most of us wait for the 2X4.” Suzannah Scully   The art of the interview Lawrence Grobel Hero's Journey Joseph Campbell  Million Miles and 1000 years Donald Miller David Burkus Podcast Interview Brene Brown Vulnerability TedTalk  Seth Godin Gary Vaynerchuk  Tim Ferris  Todd Herman    Gift: Are YOU a Creative Warrior? Find out and take the Creative Warrior Assessment for FREE ($10 Value) 

Even with such a vast digital landscape to work with, sometimes entrepreneurs tend to go with the familiar and leave creativity and innovation by the wayside when they are stuck in the grind of building a business. In this episode, Srinivas Rao of the Unmistakable Creative reminds us about the importance of thinking 'out of the box' as we chat about how he's developed his brand, and the thesis behind it since the last time he was on the show. We also tackle the thought process behind branding and why conviction and values play such a huge part in it. Tune in as Srinivas goes into why it's taken him so long to get his next book published, the dangers of fast success and what the message of his new book is all about. Get your notepad and pen ready for all the tips we share on setting yourself apart and making yourself unmistakable in your niche. There is all that and so much more on today's show! Essential Learning Points From This Episode:Srini shares what catalyst help shift his business into a brand new direction. Why Srini and his team completely ignored what their audience was telling them. What the difference is between what people say and how people behave, when it comes to audience feedback. What you should take into consideration when it comes to wanting to stand out as you build your business and brand. What the real problem is when copying someone else's work. Much, much more! Important Links & Mentions From This Episode: Srinivas Rao's web site (https://unmistakablecreative.com/) Srinivas Rao on Twitter (https://twitter.com/UnmistakableCEO) Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best by Srinivas Rao (http://amzn.to/2bG73sL) The Art of Being Unmistakable by Srinivas Rao (http://amzn.to/29Tst3j) Episode 10 (https://www.chrisducker.com/online-media-business-srini-rao/) - Building a Popular Podcast and Online Media Biz with Srinivas Rao Episode 165 (https://www.chrisducker.com/podcast/being-original-business/) - How Being 'Original' Will Boost Your Business Faster Than Anything! Mars Dorian (http://www.marsdorian.com/) Chris Guillebeau (http://chrisguillebeau.com/) Mike Vardy (https://productivityist.com/) Tropical Think Tank (http://www.tropicalthinktank.com/) Build the Business of You (http://chrisducker.com/launchpad) (http://www.youpreneuracademy.com) Thank You for Tuning In!There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose mine, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the top and bottom of this page. Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , they're extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally! Lastly, don’t forget to (https://www.chrisducker.com/itunes) , to get automatic updates every time a new episode goes live!

On this episode of the podcast, Mike chats with his friend Srinivas Rao. Srini is the author of the book Unmistakable: Why Only is Better Than Best and the founder and CEO of Unmistakable Creative. They talk about his book (which Mike says he's dog-eared to death) and going down the path of becoming unmistakable. They discuss mastery, habits, systems, goals, in-depth. There are pearls of wisdom strewn throughout that won't just help you with your productivity - they will also help you forge your own path to unmistakability. Relevant Links https://unmistakablecreative.com/ (Unmistakable Creative) https://productivityist.simplecast.fm/9 (Being Unmistakable with Srinivas Rao | The Productivityist Podcast) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/014312417X/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=vardyme-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=014312417X&linkId=8acaf2d7c8e09f184b66fdaff7b25dfa (Mastery by Robert Greene | Amazon) http://toddherman.me/ (Todd Herman) http://www.marsdorian.com/ (Mars Dorian) https://pjrvs.com/ (Paul Jarvis) https://www.ted.com/speakers/chris_milk (Chris Milk | TED.com) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0399536108/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=vardyme-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0399536108&linkId=8b173b61228125ff43aeb35b6380cf71 (The Art of Non-Conformity by Chris Guillebeau | Amazon) http://chrisguillebeau.com/non-conformist/ (If Everyone Becomes a Non-Conformist, Won't We All Be Conforming? : The Art of Non-Conformity) http://www.baronfig.com/ (Baron Fig | Notebooks for Thinkers) https://unmistakablecreative.com/book (Pre-Order Unmistakable | Bonuses) https://twitter.com/UnmistakableCEO?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Srinivas Rao (@UnmistakableCEO) | Twitter) Thanks for listening and enjoy the show!

Who is on the show today: In this episode, we host Srini Rao. He is the host of the very popular – Unmistakable Creative Podcast.  Why is he on the show: He is a podcast host and an online entrepreneur. He has interviewd more than 600 amazing people on his show – thought leaders and people from all walks of life. This has given him an incredibly distinctive view into branding, storytelling, marketing and living a life of purpose and happiness. He is also the author of  multiple books including the WSJ Best Seller The Art of Being Unmistakable. What do […]

Srinivas Rao is the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative Podcast. He's also the co-producer of the animated series Unmistakable Creative shorts that he and his team have produced in partnership with Soulpancake.    He's conducted over 500 interviews with thought leaders and people from all walks of life which has given him an incredibly distinctive view into branding, storytelling, and marketing. He's also written multiple books including the WSJ Best Seller The Art of Being Unmistakable created planned and executed a 60 person conference called The Instigator Experience and recently signed an offer with Penguin Portfolio to write 2 books. Somewhere along the way his compass led him in the direction of an economics degree from UC-Berkeley and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Extracting unmistakable stories out of people is his superpower. And in his spare time he's usually chasing waves.   Resources: Srini's Compass   Chris Sacca Commencement Speech   There's no such thing as an "I've made it" moment - blog post   Sarah Peck Interview   Terry Gross - The Art of Opening Up   Shitty First Sentences post by Srini Rao   Free FB Community   Simplified Success Society $1.00 trial

Srini Rao is the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative podcast where he's conducted over 500 interviews with artists and thought leaders giving him an incredibly distinctive view into storytelling and innovation. He's also written multiple books including the WSJ Best Seller, The Art of Being Unmistakable. We discuss the future of media, what it means to spark a movement, and how to say something that's truly unmistakable.

Srinivas Rao is a bestselling author and the host and founder of The Unmistakable Creative Podcast where he has interviewed over 500 people in an effort to inspire and encourage his listeners to stand out by being unmistakable. He is also the creator of The Instigator Experience conference and self-published his book The Art of Being Unmistakable. Srini joins Charlie on the show to talk about all of that, as well as offer various other insights into his entrepreneurship journey.   Key Takeaways: 01:04 – How Srinivas got started doing what he does now. 03:56 – How Srinivas figured out how to balance building his business around his love for surfing and just wanting to do that. 07:28 – The need for creative entrepreneurs to have some kind of physical anchor that helps them to do their work. 08:54 – A hard lesson Srinivas had to learn in building his business after going through a rough period. 15:51 – The moment Srinivas realized he was on the wrong path and needed to do something different. 17:27 – Whether Srinivas views himself as a better writer or a better interviewer. 21:44 – Some lessons Srinivas learned when he started writing his first book. 32:28 – Finding a safe place to fail so that you can succeed at the same time. 35:07 – Moments in Srinivas’ career where he knew that was exactly what he wanted to be doing. 38:43 – Srinivas’ advice for how to stick with projects and not kill them too soon. 42:23 – The most unanticipated challenge Srinivas is currently facing. 43:20 – Unmistakable work is about connecting ideas and dots and putting things together in a way that only you could.   Mentioned in This Episode: The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Wall Street Journal The Art of Being Unmistakable BlogCastFM The Skool of Life The Instigator Experience Penguin Portfolio Uncertainty, Jonathan Fields Podcast Movement Huffington Post Gawker Nick Denton Rupert Murdoch Fox The Compass John Bramblitt Tim Ferriss Unmistakable CEO blog Seth Godin Brené Brown Sid Savara Search Engine Journal  

NYT Bestselling author and CEO of Breather, Julien, returns to the show to talk about managing uncertainty and constantly doing the best work of our lives.In this episode, hear:Detecting patternsHow technology is a series of Jenga blocksCreation with our backs against the wallRisk aversionConsumption that influences creativityQuotesAt the end of your life, you better have a lot of scars…You better not leave the world the same way you came into it. It means you didn't actually encounter the world if you didn't have any scars. ~ Julien SmithResources:Julien's websiteBreatherThe FlinchThe Art of Being Unmistakable See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike speaks with the "unmistakably creative" Srinivas Rao, author of The Art of Being Unmistakable and founder of The Unmistakable Creative. They dive into the art and craft of taking things to the next level, adjusting your goals, and what it's like to get support - and not just from those in your corner, but also from the most unlikeliest of places. Relevant Links http://unmistakablecreative.com/ (The Unmistakable Creative) http://amzn.to/1vyzOgc (The Art of Being Unmistakable) http://www.theinstigatorexperience.com/ (The Instigator Experience) http://www.glennbeck.com/2013/10/30/glenn-talks-to-author-srinivas-rao-about-the-art-of-being-unmistakable/ (Srinivas Rao on The Blaze with Glenn Beck) http://www.productivityist.com/blog/versioning (A Look at Productivity and Workflow Versioning) http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2014/09/09/hear-why-glenn-beck-thinks-rocker-and-joy-boy-andrew-w-k-is-one-of-the-more-important-voices-to-unite-america/ (Glenn Beck Praises Andrew WK) http://www.timeful.com/ (Timeful: Srini's Calendar App of Choice) Want to send Mike an app, book, or something similar to discuss on the show? Email him at podcast@productivityist.com and he'll give it a look. Want to listen on Stitcher? http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=53149&refid=stpr (Click here.) Support The Productivityist Podcast by becoming a patron! http://www.patreon.com/Productivityist (Click here) to visit The Productivityist Podcast's Patreon page and see what perks await those who pitch in a buck or more.

You really did learn everything in kindergarten. "Your ability to take action in the face of unanswered questions is essential to accomplishing anything of significance." - Srinivas Rao The Cheat Sheet: What are gaba levels? (4:50) What have been the two themes throughout his career? (9:30) The unhealthy myths of a "self-running business" and of being a nomad. (13:30) Why you need patience when starting any new venture. (18:00) How to get back into the creative space of kindergarten. (31:50) Google's 20% time policy and how to apply it for success. (41:50) And so much more... A bank robber. A happiness expert. A hip hop artist. A CEO of a multi-million dollar company. Can you find the common thread? Maybe, maybe not. Our guest for episode 322 can; these are all types of people he has interviewed on his podcast, The Unmistakable Creative. On today's show Srinivas and I talk about the current state and future of podcasting, why comparing yourself to others is a losing battle, as well as the roles curiosity and creativity play in succeeding at business. Join us for all of that and so much more on this edition of The Art of Charm. More About This Show: Just a few short years ago, Srinivas was faced with the daunting task of finding work in a declining economy. He had just graduated business school and wanted to find work that would give him a creative outlet. He had had a social media internship but felt wholly unequipped to work in that field. So he began experimenting. He started a web site, but quickly stopped when he couldn't deliver on the topic of the site. Then he started a blog and started interviewing people. That experimentation eventually led to what is his podcast today, Unmistakable Creative. The show gets over 10,000 downloads an episode and allows Srinivas to connect with some of the most innovative and interesting people in the world. As we mentioned earlier, he's interviewed a bank robber, happiness experts, behaviorists and super successful CEOs. The show has been so successful and has such a wide appeal is the varied guests but also Srinivas' approach to podcasting. He views it as a craft, an art form that must be invested in, worked on and molded into its finest form. To do this, he naturally analyzes his previous shows and looks at what to do better in the future, but he also turns off distractions and unplugs. Some of his greatest inspirations and breakthroughs have come through unrelated activities, like surfing. He also did an experiment where he spent 20 hours learning to do something he was terrible at: drawing. As a result of studying the art of drawing, he also saw the impact in his business. It's a practice he recommends to everyone: experiment with art and see where it takes you. Go out and sing, take an improv class and explore the new insights it gives you. Not only will art give you insights, it also provides a much-needed reprieve from our information-overload society. Srinivas has discovered the value in unplugging and being conscious of what information he's taking in, and he suggests everyone do the same. There is scientific evidence to support him; science has shown that our environment can and does have a significant impact on our overall well-being. One final topic we discuss is the state of podcasting. We dive into the reasons why anyone doing an interview show needs to take the craft seriously and why it's important to cultivate relevant, interesting content (and why that is no small feat). Even if you aren't a podcaster or an entrepreneur, we cultivate relevant information for you in this show. Srinivas was an interesting and insightful guest, please join me in thanking him for being on the show today. It was great to talk with him and I hope you enjoy the episode! Thanks for being here and we'll see you next time. THANKS SRINIVAS! If you enjoyed this session of the Art of Charm Podcast, let Srinivas know by clicking on the link below and sending him a quick shout out on Twitter: Click here to thank Srinivas on Twitter! Resources from this episode: The Unmistakable Creative web siteThe Art of Being Unmistakable, Srinivas' latest book Srinivas on Twitter Episode 250 of The AOC with Robert Green Knot Standard Try Squarespace (free) and support our supporters! You'll also like: -The Art of Charm Toolbox -Best of The Art of Charm Podcast HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! If you dug this episode, please subscribe in iTunes and write us a review! This is what helps us stand out from all the fluff out there. Ways to subscribe to The Art of Charm FEEDBACK + PROMOTION Hit us up with your comments and guest suggestions. We read EVERYTHING. Download the FREE AoC app for iPhone Email jordanh@theartofcharm.com Give us a call at 888.413.7177   Stay Charming!

The author of the Wall Street Journal best seller “The Art of Being Unmistakable,” Srinivas Rao checks in from San Diego, where he manages to surf almost every day to balance his workload. He has been interviewed by Glenn Beck, who called Srini’s book “one of the most important pieces of writing I have seen in quite some time.” We also talk about his “Unmistakable Creative Podcast,” which has surpassed 500 episodes and had guests ranging from Seth Godin to bank robbers to artists.

Srinivas is the author of the Wall Street Journal best seller "The Art of Being Unmistakable", and the host and founder of the Unmistakable Creative podcast which features candid conversations with Creative Entrepreneurs and Insanely Interesting People.

? Join Jerry and Jackie as they talk to Srinivas Rao of theskooloflife.com and unmistakablecreative.com. Srini is a surfer and a writer. His most recent book is "The Art of of Being Unmistakable".  Srini says, "I believe there are things you should have learned in school but never did. In April 2009, I completed my MBA at Pepperdine University. After two degrees, 10 years of work experience,  and a series of failed relationships I never felt more unprepared for life. A few weeks later my bank balance literally hit zero and I moved back to my parents house. It seemed like I was right back where I started at the age of 18 when I went off to UC-Berkeley for my first degree.  That summer I became obsessed with surfing because I needed a way to escape how bad my life had become. That was the start of an incredible journey of riding waves, building a media empire, and sharing my ideas with the world. I became a student of The Skool of Life."