Unconventional Leaders
Episodes
Strange Technique Dealing with Negative Comments | The Solo Episode
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Negative comments. Some folks advise that you “just shouldn’t look at them.” What if there was another trick?ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https:...
The Creative Process of Actor Eric Petersen
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Petersen is an American actor, singer, and comedian – most recently known for his leading role as Kevin in Kevin Can F**k Himself. You may have...
3 Best Storytelling Books for Creatives | The Solo Episode
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandi asked, 'What are the three best books on tactical storytelling?' I share them here, along with examples of what they taught me.Books Mentioned:...
How to Overcome Performance Anxiety | Will Reynolds
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may have worked hard to get the opportunity in front of you—whether it’s landing a speaking gig, getting cast in an independent film, or final...
Are You Are Too Old to Pursue This? | The Solo Episode
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Someone sent me an email the other day. The bottom of it said, “Sometimes I worry that I am too old to do X”.My response? You are too old.Here is ...
Introducing: The Solo Episode (Fighting Apathy)
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a solo one. Let’s talk about Apathy.ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/54 Follow Heather on I...
Rediscover Your Worth & Build Resilience | Joshua Dixon
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joshua Dixon is the founder of Admire Wear, a platform that explores issues around mental health and helps its community rediscover their self-worth. ...
How to Tell Better Stories | TV Writer, Michael Jamin
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Jamin is a veteran TV writer and showrunner with over 20 years in the industry, known for his work on shows like Just Shoot Me, King of the Hi...
A Former Journalist’s Insights on Storytelling | Cyndi Zaweski
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Cindy Zaweski, an award-winning journalist, storyteller, and content strategist. With over 15 years of experience in journalis...
Content Strategy & Storytelling for Professionals | The Storytelling Surgeon, David Hindin
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. David Hindin is a trauma and critical care surgeon at Stanford University who is... obsessed with storytelling.You heard me right—a surgeon who ...
How to Tell Better Stories on Social Media | Neal Foard
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you look up the name “Neal Foard” on social media, you will see a man standing in front of a black background telling stories. No flashy edits,...
Unconventional Marketing for Your Art | Alejo Porras
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alejo Porras is a graphic artist and storyteller specializing in sketchnotes. I met him at a conference where I was speaking a few months ago. Afterwa...
Confidence and Being YOU is Key to Growth | Elisabeth Wykert
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elisabeth Wykert is a stand-up comedian and actress, famously known for her leotard dance videos. Yes, you heard that right.I’ve been followin...
Creators Who Get PAID, TikTok Shop, and Opportunities to Monetize | Susan George
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Susan George is the founder and CEO of Mediary, where she launches and scales top brands on TikTok through strategic influencer campaigns.As a Pop/Sou...
Subconscious Defenses Affecting Creators | Rivky Gross
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Rivky Gross, a hypnotherapist and somatic practitioner for heart centered leaders.ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.hea...
Conventional Entertainment Career to Content Creator | Tyler Tometich
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tyler Tometich landed his dream career, as a visual effects artist his career spanned Hollywood hits like Thor, Ant-Man, and Captain Marvel.Transition...
Increase Your Content’s Engagement Through Sequencing | Rain Bennett
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Rain Bennett, a two-time Emmy-nominated filmmaker, writer, and competitive storyteller. In this conversation, we dig into how ...
Attention Marketing for Creative Entrepreneurs | Adam Ivy
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I connected with Adam Ivy, who helps creative entrepreneurs develop raving fans through what he calls 'Attention Marketing.' In this conversatio...
Cultivating the CALLING of a Communicator | Reward Sibanda
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Reward Sibanda, a speaker, pastor, and content creator. In today’s conversation, we dig deep into our 'creative calling' and...
How to Communicate from a Place of Vibrational Truth | Garrain Jones
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to communicate more powerfully, become more magnetic with your message, and speak from a place of vibrational truth, turn this up. To...
Storytelling Tips for Personal Brands | Sun Yi
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I connected with Sun Yi, an entrepreneur, storyteller, and the founder of Night Owls. In this conversation, he walks us through how to enhance y...
How this Man Uses Storytelling on IG to Build His Furniture Business
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I found Leif Abel, also known as ‘RevisionFurniture,' on Instagram, where he has a unique storytelling style to market his business. As the founder ...
Make Better Short From Videos by Doing THIS | Bea Chu
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bea Chu is a YouTuber, tech enthusiast, sound designer, and filmmaker. She has set her career towards guiding the generation of DIY filmmakers and cur...
How Somatic Healing May Unlock Your Creativity | Rachel Gibler
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I connected with Rachel Gibler, entrepreneur, manifestation coach, spiritual teacher, and host of the Top 15 USA Podcast It's F*cking Spiritual. In th...
Why Your Content Sucks (And What Actions You Should Take) | Kent King
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Kent King, known as the 'Content Chemist.' In this conversation, we explore how to approach content creation from an entrepren...
Why the Ego is the Key to Your Success | Jamie Gruber
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You probably grew up learning that “the ego” is bad. Today's guest, however, challenges that notion and encourages us to heal our relationship wit...
How to Leverage Self-Reliance to Create Opportunities, Communicate Effectively, and Build Your Personal Brand | Maha Abouelenein
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Maha Abouelenein, the CEO and Founder of Digital and Savvy, who has more than 30 years of experience as a global communication...
The Storytelling Process: Deep Dive with Screenwriter & Director Steven Bernstein
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Steven Bernstein—screenwriter, director, and cinematographer—about his creative process and the art of becoming a master s...
Inside Look at a Full-Time Viral Content Creator | Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Antonio ‘Tony Talks' Baldwin, a full-time content creator and social media personality. In this episode, we take a deep dive...
THROWBACK: Honor Your SPARK & Find VALUE in Your Gift | Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a throwback episode with Antonio 'Tony Talks' Baldwin on an episode titled 'Honor Your SPARK & Find VALUE in Your Gift' in 2021. Watch our...
From Ministry to Entrepreneurship (Honest Conversation about Healing and Faith) | Kary Oberbrunner | Igniting Souls
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Kary Oberbrunner, former pastor and now a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and the founder of Igniting Sou...
Creating Entertaining Business Content | Tony Whatley
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with the founder of 365 Driven, Tony Whatley. As a successful entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, Tony is breaking the m...
Overcoming BURNOUT and Finding the HEART of the Story | Documentary Filmmaker Carlos Andrés Cuervo
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Carlos Cuervo, a cinematographer, documentary filmmaker, and photojournalist. In this conversation, we dig into how to navigat...
Developing a Clear Vision for Your Creative Career with Hot Breath Comedian, Joel Byars
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with Joel Byars, stand-up comedian and the founder and host of Hot Breath Comedy Network. In this conversation, we discussed naviga...
4 Steps to Developing Your Best Ideas with the Founder of The Onion | Scott Dikkers
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Scott Dikkers, a comedy writer and the founder of The Onion, where he served as their owner and editor-in-chief for 30 ye...
Creative Boredom, Ideation Process, and Throwing Caution to the Wind with 2x Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I connected with two-time Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson to discuss how to develop our ideas and foster creativity, the process of bringin...
The Creative Process of Adam Rose
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking with content creator, actor, and writer Adam Rose (known for that lovely blue cardigan you see on the internet) to hear about his...
Burn the Ships, Change Your Environment, Be More Creative | J. Vladimir
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To do something outside of the box in your life and career, you are going to have to take risks (shocker right?). Although we say we want “x” with...
Improve Your Service-Based Business with THIS | Dr. Michael Sonick
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learning how to truly connect with others is a skill set. If you are providing a service, you have to invest time in learning human psychology and dev...
How to be a Better Storyteller | Matthew Dicks | Author of Storyworthy
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I read the book Storyworthy a couple of years ago, and it has been one of my “go-to” books on the art of storytelling. Today, I got to connect wit...
How to Make Your Content WORK | Nicky Saunders
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you stay focused on your mission, heart, and calling when you feel like you have to communicate it all in a world with an attention span of onl...
What Does It REALLY Take to Get in Shape? (Not What You Think) | Pernilla Stryker
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pernilla Stryker is a complete powerhouse. A fitness influencer and charismatic content creator with the best abs I have ever seen. Literally, how doe...
Staying Rooted in Faith (Even Through Your Doubt) | Elec Simon
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the past several years, I have seen today's guest perform at a conference and have just been blown away not only by his talent but also by his abi...
Gaining TRACTION as an Artist and Building Your Music Career | Chad Lawson
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to get your creative work in front of more people and make a real living from your craft? Some say not to worry about the mon...
Alter Egos, High Performance, and the MYTH of Authenticity | Todd Herman
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is being yourself truly 'enough'? What if there were multiple versions of you that you could access to perform at your best, depending on the situatio...
Is UNFORGIVENESS Affecting Your Success? | Amy Lacey
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is unforgiveness harming your business? Keeping you back from fulfilling your goals and ambitions? This is not an easy question, and one that would be...
Able Heart: Recreating Yourself and Building NEW Dreams
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you at a point in your life where you are questioning your purpose? Dealt with a blow to your dreams and plans – and you don’t even know what ...
Youtube Expert on Staying GROUNDED While Growing an Online Following | Sean Cannell
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every aspiring content creator loves tactics. Folks are desperately searching on how to go viral, build an online community, and keep people’s atten...
How to Produce Better Content as a One-Man Show | George Sidiropoulos
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a one-man (or woman) show, trying to pull off running a business, creating content, etc., it's understandable that you may feel overwhelmed...
How to Captivate an Audience & Be More Confident | René Rodriguez
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The butterflies will never go away, but you can teach them to fly in formation.” - Rob GilbertAs a communicator do you struggle to feel like you ...
How to Create Boundaries after Religion | Travis Chappell
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leaving a strong religious background and diving into the world of entrepreneurship can feel both confusing and oddly familiar at the same time. A few...
Improve Your Short Form Video by Doing This | Brendan Kane
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How in the WORLD do you tell good stories on social media when folks have an attention span of like 2 seconds? If there is one person to learn from, m...
Learn More While You Read by Doing This | Nick Hutchison
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel overwhelmed after reading a book? You learn a ton of new, helpful information but are not sure where to begin when it comes to applying ever...
Makin’ BANGERS on Social Media | Whiskey Biz
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you just…built differently? Leaning into those small quirks and mustering up the courage to show all of who you are is what this world is waitin...
How to Integrate Media and Mental Health | Shira Lazar
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shira Lazar is an Emmy-nominated host and interviewer covering social media, emerging tech, and the future of well-being. I had her on the show today ...
Rob Bell on Writing, Creativity, and Spaceships
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Bell has spent his entire life communicating to the masses, from pastoring one of America’s fastest-growing churches to writing fourteen books a...
How to Tell Better Stories | Pixar’s Matthew Luhn
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Luhn has over 25 years of experience in creating stories and characters, with story credits including the Toy Story films, Monsters Inc., Find...
Why Do Things Get Harder Before They Get Easier? | Adeyemi Adeyosoye
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to find your place in this world? Are you grappling with life while trying to find your calling? Is it possible that your greatest gifts co...
Meaning in the Making | Sean Tucker
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a world obsessed with production and output, it is easy to forget to pause and question the real meaning behind our work. Last year, when I found m...
Welcome to Unconventional Leaders
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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