Meet Bryan Villagonzalo, a guy who's totally obsessed with sports, and not just in a chill, watch-the-game-with-friends way. He’s all about the NBA life and has managed to turn that passion into his gig. For Bryan, the coolest thing is that his role models and industry legends are just a desk away or maybe even on the other side of his next job application.

He's living the dream, working and learning in the thick of the action. Sure, sometimes he feels that pang of "Do I even deserve to be here?" But then he shakes it off and remembers he's right where he's meant to be. He’s soaking up knowledge every day on the job, one buzzer-beater at a time. Bryan's story is the classic case of following your passion and finding that once you’re in, there’s always more to learn.

https://www.instagram.com/iambryanvilla

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanvillagonzalo/

Ready to Unleash Your Career Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, prioritize people, and live your best life, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward creating the life you've always wanted.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

How will you make 2024 your best year ever?

Ashten "Whoopi", a creative force from a young age, grew up surrounded by the arts, thanks to a mother who was a school teacher with a strong inclination toward the performing and visual arts. Beyond this, Whoopi was influenced by a family of painters and digital artists, immersing him in a world that fostered his imagination and innovation. During his childhood, creativity was not just a pastime but also an escape from the struggles of academic life.

Whoopi found his joy and success in the realms where school fell short. Taking pictures and creating films became a natural outlet for his inherent curiosity—a stark contrast to the challenges he faced in formal education. At the young age of five, he was introduced to the Internet, an event that exponentially expanded his horizons. Computers and digital technology became both a playground and a laboratory for Whoopi, where he could indulge in video games, experiment with modding servers, or whimsically hack Photoshop to entertain his friends and himself.

As he tinkered and explored, Whoopi developed a diverse skill set that was nurtured by his artistic upbringing and the digital world that he embraced. This environment allowed him to grow into a multifaceted creative individual well-versed in navigating both the tangible and virtual realms with equal finesse.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/whoopi/

https://www.whoopthis.com/

Ready to Unleash Your Career Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

How will you make 2024 your best year ever?

Is it Getting that promotion? Getting a raise? Or finally starting that business you’ve always wanted?

Is it spending more time with family? Leaning more into your values?

What is it? And What are you waiting for?

To help you make this the best year ever I created a worksheet thats linked in the show notes. It will help you reflect on the past year, but also help you focus on your priorities for 2024 to make it the best year ever.

Download the free worksheet today:

https://www.riconasol.com/bestyearever

Ready to Unleash Your Untapped Potential?
As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.
You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.
https://www.riconasol.com/leaders
You can also book a free strategy session with me to see if 1:1 coaching is right for you:
https://www.riconasol.com/coaching
You can also pick up my book: The 7-Figure Leader.
Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.
https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

Reed Clement has been fueled by creativity since childhood, with a passion that has long outlasted the whims of youth. His story began as a child of the late 1980s, a time when cinematic marvels captured hearts and ignited dreams. For Reed, the magic of movies wasn't just to be witnessed; it was a call to action—a siren song promising a life entwined with the art of storytelling.

Spending over a decade in the industry, Reed has become not just a familiar face to his peers, but also a testament to the belief that everyone harbors a creative spark. His philosophy is one that champions the symbiosis of mind and hands, the idea that creation is a fundamental human capability.

A maker at heart, Reed has embraced the vast landscape of entertainment. His journey is marked by a relentless pursuit to bring visions to life, to mold the ephemeral into the tangible. In Reed's world, the process of making stuff is not simply a career—it's the manifestation of a love affair with creativity that knows no bounds.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhclement/

Ready to Unleash Your Career Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your career journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

Ready to Unleash Your Leadership Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

I was thrilled to be joined by the profoundly insightful Rom Alejandro. Together, we peeled back the layers of our multicultural identities and the rich tapestry of experiences that shape us as creatives and leaders. Rom candidly shared his journey—from the spark of high school projects to the big leagues of Netflix, and how his Filipino-American heritage influences his storytelling. We dove into breaking biases, embracing our roots, and finding success on our own terms. This conversation reached deep into the heart of what guides our life's work—beyond material success, it's about discovering joy in creativity and transformation. For anyone out there leading with heart, this is an episode that reminds us of the power within our unique stories. Stay creative, stay inspired, and remember, your worth is more than your title. Thanks for listening, and as always, lead with heart.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/romalejandro/

https://www.romalejandro.com/

https://www.romalejandro.com/samples

Ready to Unleash Your Leadership Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

Imposter syndrome, as Oxford puts it, is the persistent inability to believe that success is deserved. But let's get real. From Zappos to Netflix, I used to think luck played a bigger role than my abilities. I hesitated to speak up, thinking everyone else was smarter.

So, how did I overcome it? I've got a simple acronym for you—W.O.R.T.H. Why? Because imposter syndrome often comes from an unhealthy self-worth.

W - When: Identify triggers.

If you're dealing with imposter syndrome, grab my free journal at riconasol.com/leaders.

Remember, we create stories in our heads all the time. Who could you be without that story? What can you do to change it?

Ready to Unleash Your Leadership Potential?
As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.
You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.
https://www.riconasol.com/leaders
You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:
https://www.riconasol.com/coaching
You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.
Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.
https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc

In today's episode, let's tackle the paralyzing grip of fear and the stories we tell ourselves.

I share a compelling metaphor: The Elephant Rope. Imagine powerful elephants tethered by a seemingly fragile rope. Why don't they break free? It's conditioning—a reminder that our past shouldn't dictate our future.

Reflect on your life. How often have past failures limited your beliefs? Remember, failure is a stepping stone, not a roadblock.

Imagine a life without fear of failure. Who could you become? What could you achieve?

Join me in breaking free from limiting beliefs. Opportunities are like doors waiting to open—will you have the courage to walk through them?

Curious about unleashing your potential? I'm here for you. Let's conquer fear together.

Ready to Unleash Your Leadership Potential?
As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future. Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.
You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.
https://www.riconasol.com/leaders
You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:
https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

Buy my new book: The 7-Figure Leader: Unleash Leadership Excellence:
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Welcome to another illuminating episode of Creative Leadership with Heart, hosted by Rico Nasol. Today, we are joined by Shira Lee Katz, Head of Content Strategy at Coursera and an industry trailblazer in learning, media, and technology. Shira brings with her a bounty of wisdom from her rich experiences at Netflix and Common Sense Media, where she honed her expertise in product merchandising and digital citizenship curriculum creation. We delve into Shira's unique, organic approach to career growth, her thoughts on the role of mentors in shaping our paths, and her own personal influences. Shira also shares her take on the use of data in content selection, the importance of understanding user experience, and how it helps in designing effective content strategies. Whether you're a budding content strategist, a leader aiming for growth or someone eager to gain insights through heartfelt conversations, this episode is one you don't want to miss.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shira-lee-katz-03a96810/

Ready to Unleash Your Leadership Potential?

As a heart-centered leader, Rico Nasol has dedicated over two decades to creative executive experience, and now he's here to guide you. If you're looking to conquer self-doubt, foster vibrant work cultures, and prioritize people in your leadership journey, Rico's coaching can help you transform your path. Discover the power of heart-centered leadership and shape a brighter future.

Visit https://www.riconasol.com/ to learn more and take the first step toward becoming a remarkable leader.

You can also download my free "Crush Imposter Syndrome Journal" to help you regain your confidence and be the leader you were born to be.

https://www.riconasol.com/leaders

You can also book a free discovery session with me to see if 1:1 Creative Leadership coaching is right for you:

https://www.riconasol.com/coaching

You can also pick up my new book: The 7-Figure Leader.

Don't be fooled by the title, it's about heart-centered leadership and how focusing on being a better leader can turn you into a 7-Figure earner.

https://amzn.to/47Gj1Oc