My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now.
If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than themselves?
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Sep 23
Rob Lowe Names Names: The Power of ‘Screw It’
Hey Optimists! We’re taking a little hiatus, but exciting things are coming your way! We’ll be back on October 21 with some amazing new episodes that we can’t wait to share. In the meantime, take care of yourself, enjoy the little moments, and remember—good things are just around ... Show More
1h 2m
Sep 16
The Future You Avoid Is Riskier Than the One You Face with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman
The future is something we create, not just something that happens. To guide progress toward real good, we need bold, optimistic visions of what society can become.Reid Hoffman makes the case for better science fiction - stories that don’t just entertain, but illuminate the futur ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 9
What Your Love Life Can Teach You About Work Relationships with psychotherapist Esther Perel
We’ve never had more freedom in our relationships—yet many of us feel more disconnected than ever. Marriage, family, and even the workplace have all been reshaped by shifting norms, new technologies, and rising expectations. Happiness, once a nice-to-have, is now the very glue th ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2024
LISTENER PROBLEM: Feeling Unfulfilled Despite Achieving My Goals (Follow Up)
LISTENER PROBLEM: Feeling Unfulfilled Despite Achieving My Goals (Follow Up) In this episode of Join Up Dots, we dive into more stories of listeners from around the world who, despite achieving financial freedom, still struggle with feelings of emptiness and a lack of purpose. Fr ... Show More
23m 56s
Feb 2025
The Power of Curiosity and Gratitude | How to Win in Life and Business
In this special episode, I had the opportunity to speak with a group of young students about entrepreneurship, mindset, and the importance of curiosity. We talked about my early days as an entrepreneur—selling lemonade, knocking on doors, and finding what I loved. I shared how I ... Show More
24m 14s
Feb 2025
S3E09. Overcoming plateaus & finding your spark after stagnation
Hi friends!This week we are discussing all things plateaus & finding your spark again. If you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or like you’re just spinning your wheels lately, this episode is for you. I tell you all about my own biggest plateaus, and we’re diving deep into overcomin ... Show More
53 m
Jul 2023
EP282 Where I’m going: Reflections on what excites me about my work & the future of schools
I’m concluding the 3 part podcast series this summer offering a deep dive into my personal story: where I’ve been, where I’m at, and where I’m going. Usually you can listen to my podcast episodes in any order you want, but since this is basically my life story, what I’m sharing i ... Show More
1h 11m