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- Monika Zands on building your legacy, how to best serve others and ninja love bombs
Welcome to episode 15! The guest for this incredible session is an executive business consultant and life strategist who thrives on helping highly successful entrepreneurs tap into their greatness and build massive empires. She has a unique ability to help others discover what their gift is, show them how to use it to do good in the world, and empower them to take giant leaps toward their dreams.
During this whirlwind episode, we cover topics including:
- Her career from working at Pixar to editing videos for clients including the President of the US
- Cultivating your gifts and using them to serve others
- Having a clear, primary intention and strategic position as a designer
- And discovering our own unique reasons for being on the planet.
I present to you, the very wise and captivating, Monika Zands.
More on Monika can be found via the links below:
http://www.monikazands.com
Podcast: Wake Up! With Monika ZandsPeriscope: @MonikaZandsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MonikaZandsConsultingInstagram: @MonikaZandsTwitter: @MonikaZandsSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.
Digest an entire book in 15 minutes via Blinkist
Do yourself a favour and check out Blinkist which takes the best non-fiction books and distills them into powerful, made-for-mobile summaries. Essentially, giving you and I the main concepts of an entire book in 15 minutes. Available to read and also to listen to as audio. Head to GiantThinkers.com/blink to take up the 30% off discount or at least head over there and take up the free 3 day trial which gives you full access.
1 hr 9 min - Jules Marcoux on ‘The Drug Dealer Strategy’ and reaching #1 on Amazon in 4 months at 21 years old
Welcome to episode number 14! In this session we have a young gun who is a marketing and entrepreneurial wiz. His recent book ‘The Marketing Blueprint – Lessons to Market and Sell Anything’ has quickly climbed to the #1 Best Seller spot in the Marketing category on Amazon, globally. He’s also an advisor and consultant to over 50 brands.
Some of the powerful insights our guest shares include:
• Taking pictures, turning them into postcards and selling them when he was a kid at his mother’s hair salon
• Writing his thoughts and rapping them, then recording it on YouTube and reaching 1 million views at 17 years old
• His advice on how to make something popular
• Using “The Drug Dealer Strategy”
• And his action steps on going to your audience and not waiting for them to come to you.
I present to you, one of the most inspiring and hardworking 21 year old entrepreneurs I’ve ever met – Jules Marcoux.
More on Jules can be found via the links below:
http://www.julesmarcoux.com
Instagram: @julesmarcoux
http://facebook.com/julesmrcoux
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Want to know the most productive tool that has helped me accelerate my progress; professionally and personally?
It's the Five-Minute Journal; the simplest, most effective thing you can do everyday to be happier. It’s a physical journal that gives you a positive quote, followed by three questions you answer in the morning and two questions to answer in the evening before bed. It basically anchors your mind in a positively focused, intentional and grateful mindset, in less than 5 minutes a day. You can purchase it through my affiliate link which is GiantThinkers.com/fiveminutejournal.
58 min - Vanessa Van Edwards on the best way to open a conversation, first impressions and The Similarity Attraction Effect
G’day to all of you beautiful listeners, we are up to episode number 13. This guest is a behavioral investigator, published author by Penguin, public speaker and body language trainer specializing in science-based people skills. She’s a Huffington Post columnist and her ground-breaking work has been featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, the Today Show and USA Today. And has written for CNN, Fast Company and Forbes.
She also the founder of the Science of People which is a human behavior research lab. Where they basically demonstrate how people work, including:
• The Science of Attraction
• Human Lie Detection• Body Language Hacks• The Psychology of Jealousy• The Secrets of PersuasionReally interesting stuff!
On this episode, our guest describes herself as a “Recovering Boring Person” and now her goal is to teach all of us how to be the most memorable person in the room.
I present, the human puzzle solving Jedi; Vanessa Van Edwards.
More on Vanessa can be found on the links below:
http://www.scienceofpeople.com
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/vvanpetten
Instagram: @VvanEdwards
Twitter: @VvanEdwards
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Get up to 40% OFF CreativeLive design classes! Valid for a limited time.
This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world’s largest and most inspiring online learning platform that broadcasts live classes to an international audience. Watch classes by expert instructors in real-time, if you miss it -- they are then archived for purchase. They have got a super sweet holiday sale on right now where discounts are across the entire website, some classes are up to 40% off. Now is the time to learn and upskill on your creative & business skills. Head to CreativeLive.com – you will not be disappointed.31 min - Sue B. Zimmerman aka #TheInstagramExpert on how to succeed in business through visual storytelling via Instagram
The guest on this episode talks to us about how to have success in business through visual storytelling and branding via Instagram to attract our ideal customers authentically.
• She’s incredibly experienced.
• Has started 18 businesses.
• Has been teaching social media for 8 years.
• Has 7 Instagram accounts.
• She gives plenty of gold nuggets, including bio writing tips,
• understanding the right call to action,
• advice on who to follow,
• the number one underutilized function on Instagram
• and five powerful hashtag ideas for all of us to try out and implement.
I present, the networking ninja, the queen of Instagram; Sue B. Zimmerman.
More on Sue can be found on the links below:
https://suebzimmerman.com
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/suebzimmerman
Instagram accounts: @TheInstagramExpert + @SueBZimmerman + @InstaGalLive
Periscope: @SueBZimmerman
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Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class! Valid until 30 November, 2015.
CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.55 min - JP Stallard on emotion design, service design and how to build strong customer relationships
On this episode; number 11, we have JP Stallard on the show, Co-founder of SOLV and was Samsung’s first interaction designer in Europe. He talks to us about designing towards emotions, personalities and service design. He also sheds light on how to build strong customer relationships even to the point of sharing with us practical presentation tips to CEO’s and key decision makers.
JP says: "Design doesn’t mean what it did ten, twenty, thirty years ago. It’s all about the context it sits within and the scope you have to do something."
I present to you, the very witty and very bearded, JP Stallard.
More on JP can be found on his instagram: @JohnStallard
More on SOLV here: solv.tv
And checkout one of JP's recent passion projects: ArtOfSportStore.com
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Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class! Valid until 30 November, 2015.
CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.
51 min - Kevin Lee, Global Vice President and Head of Design at VISA on designing experiencesWhat better way to enter the double digits, episode #10, than to bring on the Global Vice President and Head of Design at Visa. He was previously the Global Director, Head of Product Strategy & UX Design at Samsung, Head of Design at Paypal, Senior Manager of UX Design at eBay, and has even had long stints at Whirlpool and GE.On this episode you will walk away with your mind blown. Seriously.The topics we talk about all revolve around user experience in so much depth, I usually dot point key learning outcomes, but I felt for this particular episode, dot points wouldn’t do it justice. You just have to listen to this man’s story and insights. The way he thinks is on another level and I truly I believe that anyone that listens to this will benefit from it.I present to you, the man behind the epic resume, Kevin Lee.More on Kevin Lee can be found at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinleeSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.--Get 25% OFF any CreativeLive design class!CreativeLive is the world’s largest live online education website. Head to CreativeLive.com/GiantThinkers to see what they have to offer and my top picks. Enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.1 hr 18 min
- David “MEGGS” Hooke on consistently creating, never arriving at a destination and constantly discoveringOn this episode we have an Aussie fine artist / street artist who is based in Venice Beach, California. His art is featured internationally in cities including Melbourne, Sydney, London, San Fran, Paris, Tokyo, Hawaii, Mexico, L.A, and Hong Kong. This guy has some serious skills and talent. He’s most commonly recognised for his unique, expressive, and energetic style with references to pop-culture, the natural world, and socio-cultural issues. His technical use of colour and movement combines clean, bold, illustrative elements with textural, and free flowing design.It is a very laid back conversation so get comfy.The topics we talk about include:• The power of consistently working and creating• Combining learned skill-sets• Embracing your uniqueness• Being resourceful• Constantly exploring and experimenting with new techniques and ideas• Surrounding yourself with a group of like-minded people• And his response to being asked to paint a 6,000 square foot outdoor mural in Detroit, USA.Wonderful listeners, I present to you, David Hooke also known as “MEGGS”.More on David "MEGGS" Hooke can be found at: http://www.houseofmeggs.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX, learning Adobe programs to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers3 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.1 hr 1 min
- Nathan Johnson on launching a design studio and an online shop, with products in 200+ stores worldwideIn this episode we have a Sydney-based Art Director and Designer with over 15 years experience. He owns his own design studio and has worked with leading international brands including Coca Cola, Nespresso, Quicksilver, Hurley, Globe, Le Coq Sportive and Universal Music. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. He also runs an online store with his wife that produces a range of art prints, stationery and paper goods. These products feature his distinctive hand lettering and design style and there are currently over 200 stores worldwide that stock their products.The topics we talk about include:• Starting out in the magazine industry• The importance of who you know• Consuming your environment to influence and inspire your creativity• Taking a side step in order to take a forward step• Tackling business challenges• Surrounding yourself with experts• Listening to the market and• The power of an honest productI present to you, Nathan Johnson, Creative Director of Blacklist studio and Founder of the Blacklist store (and a sneaky side note: be sure to stick around till the end of the show as there’s a little gift for you guys from Nathan himself).More on Nathan Johnson and blacklist can be found at: http://www.blackliststore.com.auSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX, learning Adobe programs to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers2 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 30th of November, 2015.58 min
- Andrew Hoyne on the definition of value, having the ‘money’ conversation and the importance of being future-focusedIn this session, the guest joining us is the Creative Director and Principal of a very established design agency. He started this agency in 1991 – so, almost a quarter of a century ago. During his journey he’s achieved over 300 international and regional awards. He’s published 14 books, lectured extensively and served on numerous boards. His design work is even exhibited in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.The topics we talk about include:• The true meaning of design thinking• The importance of being more dynamic, more progressive and future focused• Why a healthy level of being naive is a strength• The benefits of being wrong• Understanding the definition of value and it’s relation to compensation and outcome• How to think about money as a designer, in the context of 3 categories• Tips on approaching financial conversations with prospective clients• And the biggest tip to reaching success.There are so many things to take away from this episode, so strap yourself in.I even encourage you to take notes. Get ready, I’m beaming with excitement to present, the forward thinking and incredibly wise, Andrew Hoyne of Hoyne – Design, Branding and Communications.More on Andrew Hoyne and his agency can be found at: http://hoyne.com.auSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.This episode is sponsored by CreativeLive – the world's leading online classroom for professionals, with a comprehensive lineup of design classes that cover everything from typography to UX to starting your career as a freelancer. Go to http://creativelive.com/design to see what they have to offer, and enter the coupon code GiantThinkers1 at the checkout for 25% off any CreativeLive design class. This code is valid until the 31st of October, 2015.45 min
- Jarrod Robinson on creating 60+ apps, the best tool to plan and the biggest mistake people make when creating any productHey guys, this is episode number 6 on the giant thinkers podcast, Ram Castillo here – unleashing a very unique guest for you all.He’s a physical education teacher that has leveraged emerging technologies to shape new age teaching. He’s created over 100 online products and services… over 60 of those are mobile apps and he’s won numerous awards world-wide for them. He’s even presented internationally, running workshops in over 30 countries for the last 6 years.He blogs regularly about his experiences on generating an income online and even has a podcast of his own.The topics we talk about include:• What it’s like growing up in country Victoria, Australia• Having an entrepreneurial mindset• The birth of the ‘PE Geek’ blog and brand… and the journey that followed afterwards to monetization• How he found a niche within a niche• His biggest tip on taking an app idea in your head to making it available in the market• The biggest mistake when creating a product• The best tool to plan and prototype• How he’s creating deep relationships with his audience, and so much more.I am over the moon to present to you a gentlemen who truly walks the walk and follows through. The hard working and successful, Jarrod Robinson also known as the ‘PE Geek’ and founder of TheTeacherpreneur.com---Enjoy the mountains of useful content on Jarrod’s websites: https://thepegeek.com and http://theteacherpreneur.comSubscribe to The Giant Thinkers Podcast on iTunes.38 min
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A podcast focused on learning from top experts of various industries to help listeners become better designers, creatives and giant thinkers.