Everyone tells you that the secret to happiness and success is… AUTHENTICITY.

But…what does it really mean to be authentic?

Today’s guest answers this beautifully by sharing a framework to live with intention, purpose, and best yet: keeping FUN at the center of it all.

I’m thrilled to welcome Ben Nemtin, speaker, author, and co-creator of The Buried Life.

Ben (so graciously) opened up about his journey from being a collegiate athlete struggling with depression to creating a movement focused on helping people realize their dreams.

Click play to hear all of this and:

(00:00:19) Why fun is the ultimate gauge for success in life and work.

(00:06:25) How to handle high-pressure situations and the anxiety and depression that come with them.

(00:09:09) The power of tackling your bucket list while helping others and building your legacy.

(00:10:42) Ben’s golden framework for overcoming tough times.

(00:11:40) The impact of misalignment on your mental health.

(00:16:20) How to find sponsors to keep your dream alive, even when money is tight.

(00:17:02) How Ben and his team made a bold pivot.

(00:18:41) The behind-the-scenes process of selling his show to MTV while keeping creative control.

(00:20:15) Spotting early signs of anxiety and understanding what they’re trying to tell you.

(00:20:41) How Ben stepped outside his comfort zone by delivering a top-watched TED talk.

(00:25:30) Facing mortality head-on—how confronting death can clarify what truly matters.

(00:26:51) Why the fear of failure and judgment hold us back from living fully.

(00:34:05) How small actions lead to massive momentum over time.

(00:35:16) How to build a personal brand that lasts.

(00:36:46) The Bucket List Journal—turning dreams into action (seriously, grab yours!).

(00:37:35) Scaling speaking engagements and product sales—Ben’s strategy.

(00:39:29) The best accountability tools you can use to guarantee lasting impact.

(00:40:23) Ben’s approach to sourcing and distributing physical products efficiently.

(00:40:54) Turning events into marketing engines—how post-event buzz can drive product demand.

(00:41:19) Amazon vs. DTC—why Ben prefers Amazon for sales (and where DTC could win).

(00:43:19) Course creation 101—how to integrate signature keynotes into a learning platform.

Listen to Related Episodes:

• How to Deal with Negative Comments
• How to Create More Meaningful Relationships in Business
• 5 Mindset Shifts for Business Growth

Connect With Ben:

• Instagram: https://instagram.com/bennemtin
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennemtin/
• The Bucket List Journal: https://writeyourlist.com/

For full show notes, visit jasminestar.com/podcast/episode477