1896: When Ideas Aren't Enough, Start a Company by Isaac Morehouse on Turning Vision Into a Business
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Release Date: 12/09/2025
1955: The End of the Job Interview by Seth Godin on Talent Evaluation
Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1955: Seth Godin challenges the traditional job interview process, arguing it's outdated and ineffective, especially for both routine and creative roles. He proposes a more immersive, performance-based approach that evaluates candidates through real work, not rehearsed conversations. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "Yes, people change after you hire them. They always do. But do they change more after an unrealistic...
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1954: Marketing Tools: 5 Types AND Ways To Use Recycled Paper in the Workplace by Michael Levitt on Sustainable Practices
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1954: Michael Levitt explores essential strategies for business success by outlining five powerful marketing tools, ranging from SEO to content marketing, and explains how each one helps businesses grow, connect with customers, and drive conversions. He also offers practical, eco-friendly solutions for reusing recycled paper in the workplace, helping companies reduce waste and embrace sustainable practices. Read along with the original article(s) here: ...
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1953: The Amazing Realization That Turns Amateurs into Professionals by Jeff Goins on Skill Mastery
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1953: Jeff Goins reveals a simple but powerful truth: the difference between amateurs and professionals often comes down to identity. When we stop aspiring and start being, by owning who we already are and doing the work, we unlock our potential and begin living with purpose and legacy. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "Terrified we’ll fail to live up to our own expectations, we play it safe and abide by the rules."...
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1952: The Future of Work is Coming - Don’t Fight it by Carl Pullein on Workplace Evolution
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1952: Carl Pullein explores how the evolution of technology has blurred the lines between work and life, and why that's a good thing. By embracing remote work, flexible hours, and results-driven performance, both individuals and companies can unlock greater freedom, productivity, and global opportunity. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "Those hard edges became softer and softer until it has now become difficult to...
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1951: 7 Pieces of Career Advice You Wished You Had Known Earlier by Karl Staib of Dig to Fly on Career Perspective
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1951: Karl Staib shares seven powerful insights that can transform how we approach our careers, shifting from stress, avoidance, and burnout to focus, growth, and fulfillment. His honest personal story highlights how learning new skills, deepening relationships, and redefining work struggles can lead to greater clarity, confidence, and meaning in our professional lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "Focus is one of...
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An Entrepreneurial Leap of Faith by JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Bold Decision-Making
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1950: JD Roth reflects on a candid conversation with his friend Sparky, who’s considering launching a bike-fitting business. Drawing from his own entrepreneurial journey, JD offers grounded, actionable advice on balancing passion with practicality, covering confidence, pricing, and the power of starting small while keeping your day job. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "Be willing to spend for training. Buy the books...
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1949: How I Knew I Couldn’t Continue Working For Someone Else by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1949: Michelle Schroeder-Gardner shares the turning points that led her to leave traditional employment and embrace full-time self-employment. From Sunday dread to feeling a lack of control and recognizing her growing side income, her journey offers powerful insight into knowing when it's time to take a leap and reclaim your work-life balance. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "My side income was higher than my day job...
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1948: Don’t Quit Your Day Job, Transform It by Cal Newport on Career Reframing
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1948: Cal Newport challenges the romanticized notion of quitting your job to "follow your passion" and instead champions a more grounded path to career satisfaction. By becoming exceptionally good at something valuable and using that leverage to shape a better work life, individuals can often find fulfillment without starting over or sacrificing stability. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "No one cares whether your...
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1947: A New Startup Called Fomo - Should I Invest In It? By Mike Smerklo on Risk Assessment
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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: . Episode 1947: Mike Smerklo breaks down the frenzy of tech investing in Silicon Valley, warning against the dangers of FOMO-fueled decision-making. While celebrating innovation's exciting momentum, he urges entrepreneurs, investors, and executives to balance ambition with realism, especially as inflated valuations hint at another bursting bubble. Read along with the original article(s) here: Quotes to ponder: "FOMO stands for Fear Of Missing Out, a mindset that...
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1946: What Philz Coffee Can Teach Us About Product Design by Ryan Hoover on Brand Craftsmanship
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Episode 1896:
Isaac Morehouse highlights the limits of endless ideation and the power of building something real. He shares how launching a company forced him to put his theories to the test, proving that true clarity and impact come only when ideas meet the market.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://isaacmorehouse.com/2015/07/18/when-ideas-arent-enough-start-a-company/
Quotes to ponder:
"The practice of putting theories into business models will reveal weaknesses in the idea, or demonstrate that it’s so good you can’t wait to act on it."
"Not every idea is monetizable, and that’s okay."
"If you want to change the world and your own life, you can’t stop at ideas."
Episode references:
Skin in the Game by Nassim Taleb: https://www.amazon.com/Skin-Game-Hidden-Asymmetries-Daily/dp/042528462X