We tend to see the finished product and call it creativity. We don't see the discarded ideas, wrong turns, failures, and work it took to get there. -------------Lou Mongello has spent more than 20 years talking with the Imagineers, artists, composers, and leaders behind Disney, and those conversations reveal a very different picture of where great ideas actually come from.Lou shares lessons from his new book, The Disney Interviews: Disney Legends Edition, including how to get past the blank page, use curiosity to create something different, and know when your work is ready to ship. We also talk about becoming a better interviewer, finding the story behind your work, and why the right room can change your business.Key PointsBelieving in an idea is only the beginning. The work closes the distance between the idea and making it real.You don't need enough clarity to finish. You only need enough clarity to start.Let your first version teach you what the next version needs to become.Look outside your niche for ideas and influences instead of consuming the same things as everyone else.“Done is better than perfect” doesn't mean the details don't matter. Ship work that represents the best you can do right now.Your podcast, book, course, or newsletter isn't the whole story. It's one part of the larger transformation you're trying to create for someone.Great interviewing requires preparation, listening, and being comfortable enough with silence to let unexpected stories surface.Across Lou's conversations with Disney Legends, a common pattern emerged: they often credited mentors and teams before taking credit themselves.When choosing an event or conference, ask what problem you want the room to help you solve and whether the people, access, and format can actually help you solve it.ResourcesLou Mongello:Lou Mongello: https://www.loumongello.com/WDW Radio: https://www.wdwradio.com/The Disney Interviews: Disney Legends Edition: Lou's new collection of 18 conversations with Disney Legends, along with new introductions, stories, and context from his experiences meeting and interviewing them.Momentum 2026: https://www.loumongello.com/momentum/October 15–18, 2026World Builders: Disney+ documentary featuring the people behind Disney's creative worldsEcamm Creator Camp: https://ecamm.com/campCo-Host:Paul Gowder: https://www.paulgowder.com/----------------------Ecamm - Your go-to solution for crafting outstanding live shows and podcasts. - Get 15% off your first payment with promo code JEFF15SocialMediaNewsLive.com - Dive into our website for comprehensive episode breakdowns.Youtube.com - Tune in live, chat with us directly, and be part of the conversation. Or, revisit our archive of past broadcasts to stay updated.Facebook - Stream our show live and chat with us in real time. Connect, engage, and be a part of our community.Email - Subscribe and never miss a live show reminder.----------------------JeffSieh.com - Unlock the power of authentic storytelling with me! With over 20 years of marketing experience, I'm here to elevate your brand's narrative in an ever-competitive market. My expertise spans consulting, visual marketing, and producing podcasts and live videos.Additionally, as a seasoned speaker, I'm not just about sharing knowledge--I believe in entertaining audiences and injecting humor into every presentation. I'm available to enlighten and engage audiences at your events, conferences, or institutions. My talks cover a diverse range of subjects, from purposeful repurposing and captivating storytelling to podcast promotion, social media strategies, visual marketing insights, the art of live video, and much more.

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