I went to Minecon — the official Minecraft conference — for the first time this year. Picture 10,000 delighted gamers (some kids but even more adults) convening for two days of geeky fun. I think everyone who learns about Minecraft has a moment of wondering how they pulled it off — how they’ve become so... Listen to episode

In business and in life, there’s a magical way to get more of what you want, more of what you need, and more of what you desire. And that “magical” technique is simply to ask for it — but that might not be as simple as it seems. Because first, you’ve got to get clear... Listen to episode

I got a fascinating question on Twitter: How do I handle a mismatch between my writing voice and my company’s writing voice? Is there any way to reconcile? Voice is one of those things writers obsess over — how to make it stronger, clearer, more distinctive. Voice is what makes your writing different from anyone... Listen to episode

Therapist, writer, coach, businessman, iconoclast: Bill O’Hanlon has a complicated resume. Bill O’Hanlon is someone who approaches life and business with a lot of curiosity and humor. Bill and I got together to talk about his passionate approach to business, therapy, and life. In this 22-minute episode, Bill and I talk about: Bill’s “Four Energies”... Listen to episode

It’s always been part of the web — but we’re seeing more of it than ever. What does it mean to live in this environment of constant social inflammation, and how does it affect what we bring to our web content? This session offers more questions than answers, but I’ll talk about some of the... Listen to episode

What’s the best thing do about Google’s “duplicate content” penalty on our sites, especially for sales pages? How do you stand out with a general advice site? And where should we start with a brand-new content site, when we’re not sure what kind of authoritative content to create? These were three great questions from our... Listen to episode

John T. Unger is one of the few — an artist who makes a living from his work, without the traditional gallery system. He also didn’t win a fat grant, or find a rich benefactor. Instead, over years of disciplined work, he found a way to create art that satisfied him creatively while also finding... Listen to episode

John T. Unger is one of the few — an artist who makes a living from his work, without the traditional gallery system. He also didn’t win a fat grant, or find a rich benefactor. Instead, over years of disciplined work, he found a way to create art that satisfied him creatively while also finding... Listen to episode

Internet trolls: the cockroaches of the web. They’re gross, they’re unsettling, but sometimes, there they are, scurrying across the floor in front of you. Here’s what to do about it … If you spend any time online, and especially if you establish authority in your topic, you’ll eventually have to deal with a troll. Most... Listen to episode

Nearly all of us make decisions based on our beliefs — including decisions about what to buy and which businesses to connect with. The 7 Circles of Belief are a spiral path that can bring customers or clients ever closer to your business. Belief binds us together, often creating micro-tribes within our larger communities. And... Listen to episode