Have you ever felt like you were supposed to step into something new in life, but were apprehensive because you had more questions than answers?
So much of how the world talks about success doesn’t acknowledge the fact that, oftentimes, taking the next step is a lot like that scene in Indiana Jones where he takes the “Leap of Faith” from the rock cliff.
You’re comfortable where you’re at! There are a million reasons not to jump, maybe most of your friends are even telling you not to! But you know in your gut there’s something more for you waiting somewhere out there in the darkness and unknown.
This is the most vulnerable podcast episode I’ve ever recorded, one that brought me to tears, because this convo isn’t about that successful moment when your foot lands on solid ground…
It’s about the split-second free fall that nobody talks about, and I’ve been in it for the past few years…
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Jordan Walker is a photographer, entrepreneur, musician, creative thinker, and a close friend of mine. He’s the CEO of Narrate Studios and if you’ve been following the podcast, you’ve seen his work because he took all the press and artwork photos for the podcast.
This episode is specifically for anyone who finds themselves thinking that being creative and being intentional seem like binary opposites and wishes they were able to find a way to connect that gap.
I sat down with Jordan to ask him about the balance he’s found being a creative person but also an intentional leader in the business side of his compony to see if he has any tactical advice and action steps you can put into place wherever you are in your creative journey.
In this convo we talk about:
-Capsule Wardrobes
-Decision Fatigue (the reason I started wearing all black a couple years ago and still do to this day)
-The difference between working “in” a business and “on” your business
What a SWOT analysis and Mission Statement are and how creatives can use them to find focus and clarity in what they do
Recording Location: Parallel Coffee, Minneapolis, MN
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Scott Dillon is the owner of a cocktail company called The Twisted Shrub. After a chance meeting in passing, I instantly knew I had to learn more about his story and after reaching out, he was kind enough to sit down with me over drinks. How did He go from a secure job at General Mills to starting his own cocktail company? Why does he think that the most legit people view vulnerability as a sign of confidence? And what are these ‘Shrubs’ he’s basing his entire business on?
In this episode we talk about:
-What are “Shrubs” and how did Scott Discover them
-The beauty of craft-beverages forcing you to be in the moment
-Scott’s history with General Mills and how the recession changed his life path
-The importance of honest friendships (you need people to call you on your shit)
-The danger of binary career thinking (thinking you either choose to have a fun career and not have it be smart financially or you have a borring career that gives you financial security)
-The greatest skill Scott learned from his time at General Mills (LISTENING & LEADERSHIP)
-Leadership Advice
-The importance of vaulnerability and NOT the fake it till you make it mentality
-The importance of ‘Winning’ and bringing a competitive spirit in anything you do (Scott explains why)
-Colin Powell’s '40/70 Rule'
-Vulnerability and being willing to ask questions when you don’t know is the ultamate sign of confidence (Scott explains why and talks about Questions. "If you don’t ask, you don’t care.”)
Recording Location: Parlour, Downtown Minneapolis
Drinks: Seasonal Smash & Parlour Old Fashioned
For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com
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