The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show
Chase Jarvis is a visionary photographer, artist and entrepreneur. Cited as one of the most influential photographers of the past decade, he is the founder & CEO of CreativeLive. In this show, Chase and some of the world’s top creative entrepreneurs, artists, and celebrities share stories designed to help you gain actionable insights to recognize your passions and achieve your goals.
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You Don’t Need Everyone
03/18/2026
You Don’t Need Everyone
Hey friends, Chase here Let’s talk about something that quietly holds a lot of creators back — the belief that your work needs to resonate with everyone. It feels natural. We’re wired for connection. We want to be seen, appreciated, recognized. That’s human. But when that instinct starts driving your creative decisions, it can pull you further and further away from the very thing that makes your work meaningful in the first place. So here’s the truth I want you to hear clearly: You don’t need everyone. Not their approval. Not their attention. Not their validation. In fact, trying to get all of that is one of the fastest ways to dilute your voice and disconnect from what matters most. This episode is about what happens when you stop chasing everyone — and start creating from a place that’s actually true to you. The Core Idea If you try to make something for everyone, you end up making it for no one. I see this all the time — creators, entrepreneurs, builders of all kinds trying to shape their work so broadly that it appeals to the widest possible audience. And on the surface, that makes sense. More people should mean more opportunity, right? But in practice, the opposite tends to happen. When you aim at everyone: Your message gets softer Your point of view gets less clear Your work becomes harder to connect with Because the things that actually resonate — the things that stick — are specific. They’re personal. They come from a real place. The goal isn’t to be liked by more people. The goal is to be meaningful to the right people. What You’ll Hear in This Episode This is a short, focused episode, but it cuts right to the heart of what matters: Why we’re wired to seek approval — and how that instinct can quietly shape our creative decisions The hidden cost of trying to please everyone — and why it leads to weaker work The simple framework for creating work that actually resonates Why authenticity isn’t a buzzword — it’s a requirement for connection How small audiences can create big impact when the alignment is right Timecodes (So You Can Jump to What You Need) 01:51 – Why creators feel pressure to be liked by everyone 02:21 – The problem with trying to appeal to everyone 03:22 – Why pleasing everyone leads to weaker results 03:45 – The three-step framework: create, share, repeat 05:01 – Why people can feel whether you love your work 06:19 – Stop looking sideways and start creating from within 07:08 – Why you don’t need a massive audience to succeed 08:13 – Finding your people through consistent creation The Shift That Changes Everything There’s a subtle but powerful shift at the center of this conversation: Stop trying to get your work liked. Start making work you actually like. That might sound simple, but it’s not always easy. Because it requires you to: Trust your own taste Follow your own curiosity Create without immediate validation And that can feel uncomfortable — especially in a world that constantly shows you what everyone else is doing. But here’s the thing: People can tell. They can feel when your work is coming from a place of genuine interest, curiosity, and care — versus when it’s shaped to chase trends or approval. And over time, that difference compounds. You Don’t Need Everyone — You Need the Right Few One of the biggest myths in modern creative culture is that success requires a massive audience. Millions of followers. Huge reach. Constant visibility. But the reality is much more grounded. You don’t need thousands of people to love your work. You need a small number of the right people. People who: Understand what you’re making Connect with it deeply Care enough to engage, support, and share And those people don’t show up all at once. They show up one at a time. Through consistent work. Through honest expression. Through putting something real into the world over and over again. Questions to Ask Yourself If you want to turn this episode into something practical, start here: Where am I trying to please everyone instead of being specific? What kind of work do I actually love making — regardless of response? Am I creating from curiosity, or from approval-seeking? Who are the “right people” for my work? What would I make if I stopped worrying about being liked? A Simple Practice If this idea resonates, here’s something you can do right away: Make one thing this week that you genuinely care about Don’t optimize it for reach Don’t shape it for approval Just make it true to you Then share it. Not because everyone will like it — but because the right people might. And that’s how this works. Final Thought The more you try to be everything to everyone, the harder it is to be anything meaningful at all. So stop chasing the crowd. Start making what matters to you. Share it. Repeat. You don’t need everyone. You just need your people.
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Why Hearing “No” Is Part of the Creative Path
03/11/2026
Why Hearing “No” Is Part of the Creative Path
Hey friends, Chase here Let’s talk about something every creator experiences — but almost nobody talks about openly. Rejection. If you’re pursuing anything creative — photography, writing, design, building a business, launching a project — you already know the truth: you hear a lot more no than you hear yes. But here’s the twist. Most people think rejection is the signal to stop. In reality, rejection is often the signal that you’re doing the work. In this episode, I’m unpacking why hearing “no” isn’t something to avoid — it’s something to learn from, grow through, and ultimately embrace as part of the creative path. Because more often than not, “no” doesn’t mean never. It means not yet. Let’s start with a simple truth: If you’re putting your work out into the world — pitching clients, submitting work, applying for opportunities, launching ideas — you’re going to hear “no.” A lot. And while that might feel discouraging at first, it’s actually a sign that you’re in the arena. That you’re taking risks. That you’re moving forward instead of sitting safely on the sidelines. The reality is that creative careers are built through repetition — through attempts, through iteration, and yes, through rejection. You don’t get ten yeses without hearing a whole lot of no along the way. That’s just the math of putting your work out there. The trick isn’t avoiding rejection. The trick is learning what rejection is trying to teach you. The Core Idea “No” serves a purpose. In fact, it serves several. First, rejection can be a powerful motivator. If you’re competitive — and most creators are — hearing no doesn’t mean the door is closed forever. It means there’s an opportunity to learn, adjust, improve, and show up stronger the next time. Every pitch that doesn’t land teaches you something. Every opportunity you miss reveals something about the craft, the market, or the way you’re presenting your work. And if you treat rejection as information rather than judgment, it becomes one of the most valuable feedback systems you have. Second, rejection naturally filters out the people who aren’t committed. Most people hear “no” a few times and decide the path isn’t for them. They interpret rejection as proof that they’re not good enough — instead of recognizing it as part of the process. But if you keep showing up, learning, refining, and improving, you start to realize something important: Persistence quietly reduces the competition. The longer you stay in the game, the more people fall away. Not because they lacked talent. But because they lacked the willingness to keep going. Rejection Is a Signal — Not a Verdict Another powerful reframe is this: A “no” usually doesn’t mean your work will never succeed. More often, it means your work isn’t quite there yet. It hasn’t found the right audience yet. Or it hasn’t reached the level it needs to reach yet. And that distinction matters. Because if the answer is “not yet,” the only real response is to keep creating. Keep refining. Keep putting your work out into the world. Every swing increases the odds of eventually connecting. If You’re Not Hearing “No,” You Might Not Be Trying Hard Enough There’s another perspective here that might surprise you. If everything you do gets an easy yes, you might not be pushing yourself far enough. You might not be taking big enough swings. You might be staying inside your comfort zone. The legendary racecar driver Mario Andretti once said: “If everything feels under control, you’re not driving fast enough.” The same is true in creative work. If you’re constantly hearing yes, it might mean you’re only playing it safe. And playing it safe rarely leads to the most interesting work. The projects that matter — the ideas that stretch you — almost always come with a higher chance of rejection. Because they’re new. Because they’re different. Because they challenge expectations. And that’s exactly why they’re worth pursuing. When the Yeses Start Coming Eventually, if you stay consistent long enough, the yeses do start to show up. Clients say yes. Projects get approved. Your work gains traction. And that’s a great feeling. But here’s the caution: Don’t start chasing yeses. Because the moment you begin optimizing only for approval, something subtle happens. You stop pushing the edges. You stop experimenting. You stop risking failure. And the work becomes safer — and softer. The goal isn’t to avoid rejection. The goal is to keep challenging yourself enough that rejection remains part of the process. That’s where the real growth happens. What You’ll Hear in This Episode This episode dives deeper into how rejection actually fuels creative progress. Here are a few ideas to listen for: Why hearing “no” is an unavoidable part of building a creative career How rejection can become a powerful motivator instead of discouragement Why persistence naturally reduces competition over time How “not yet” is often the real meaning behind rejection Why taking bigger creative risks means accepting more no’s How success can sometimes make your work safer — if you’re not careful Timecodes (So You Can Jump to What You Need) 02:13 – The reality of hearing more no’s than yeses 03:05 – Why learning to love “no” changes everything 03:33 – Using rejection as motivation 04:26 – How persistence reduces competition 05:32 – Why rejection helps refine your craft 06:53 – If you’re not hearing no, you might not be pushing hard enough 07:46 – When the yeses start coming — and the trap that follows A Reframe for the Creative Path If you’re hearing a lot of no right now, here’s something to remember: You’re not failing. You’re participating. You’re testing ideas. You’re developing craft. You’re building the resilience required to create meaningful work. The creators who ultimately succeed aren’t the ones who avoid rejection. They’re the ones who understand it. Who learn from it. Who keep going anyway. Questions to Ask Yourself If this episode resonates with you, take a moment to reflect on these: Where in my creative work am I avoiding rejection instead of learning from it? Am I taking big enough swings with my ideas? What feedback might be hiding inside the last “no” I heard? What would it look like to treat rejection as data instead of judgment? What’s one opportunity I could pursue this week — even if the answer might be no? The Big Idea The creative path isn’t paved with approval. It’s paved with attempts. Experiments. Iterations. And yes — plenty of rejection along the way. But every no gets you closer to the right yes. So instead of fearing rejection, learn to welcome it. Because if you’re hearing no, it means you’re moving. You’re risking. You’re putting your work into the world. And that’s exactly where the magic begins. Until next time — keep creating, keep pushing, and don’t be afraid to hear a few more no’s.
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Craft Is the Entry Fee
03/04/2026
Craft Is the Entry Fee
Hey friends, Chase here If you’re a creator who’s ever wondered why someone with “less talent” seems to get more opportunities… this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: being great at your craft is only the price of admission. It gets you in the door. But what happens after that? That’s where your career is made. In today’s micro-show — Craft Is the Entry Fee — I’m talking about the things that matter most in the work you do… and the things that matter just as much in the way you do it. The stuff you can’t always point to on a resume. The stuff you can’t show in a portfolio. The stuff you can’t always “prove” — but everyone can feel. Because what you can’t see matters. The Big Idea Let’s start with a reframe that will save you years of frustration: Great work is the “get in the door” fee. Yes — you have to be good. You have to practice. You have to care about the craft. You have to put in the reps. But if you’re trying to get hired, land clients, build long-term relationships, or get re-hired again and again… then your craft is only one part of the equation. Because hiring isn’t just about output. It’s about the total package someone brings to the table: experience, energy, passion, intensity, positivity, wisdom, technical knowledge… and the unspoken, unmeasurable stuff that shapes every interaction. What You Can’t See (But People Hire For) Here’s a vivid example from the episode: Imagine you’re an art director or a client. You’re going to spend ten days on set with a photographer or director. Now ask yourself: Do you want to spend ten days with a jerk? No. You don’t. And neither do they. You might be incredibly talented. Your work might be objectively excellent. But if you’re difficult, unpredictable, late, disorganized, or hard to trust — the next job goes to someone else. And it’s not personal. It’s practical. People hire to solve problems — and they also hire to reduce risk. The Basics Are the Differentiator This is the part creators often skip. We obsess over craft (and we should). But we forget the simple things that determine whether someone wants to work with us again: Are you hard working? Are you enjoyable to be around? Are you on time? Can you deliver on budget? Do you exude integrity and thoughtfulness? Do people feel confident and safe around you? Those are not “nice-to-haves.” Those are career builders. I call them “the basics.” You might call them the X-factor. Whatever you call them, they’re real — and they matter. Soft Skills Are Still Skills This is one of the most important reminders in the episode: Soft skills are still skills. They can be learned. They can be practiced. They can be honed. And the best part is: you don’t need to be born with them. You can build them the same way you built your creative ability — with intention, repetition, feedback, and self-awareness. What You’ll Hear in This Episode This is a quick micro-show, but it’s packed with reminders that hit hard — especially if you’ve ever felt overlooked or undervalued. Why craft alone isn’t enough to get hired (or rehired) What hiring decisions really include beyond talent Why being “good to work with” is a competitive advantage How reliability and integrity compound over time Why people always notice the invisible stuff — even if they don’t name it Timecodes (So You Can Jump to What You Need) 00:00 – Weekly email sponsor message 01:50 – Intro: “what you can’t see matters” 02:14 – Craft is the “get in the door fee” 03:19 – Hiring is about the total package 03:51 – The “ten days on set” thought experiment 04:11 – “Do they want to hang with the jerk?” 05:02 – The basics: hard-working, enjoyable, on-time 06:00 – Hiring is risk management (and values) 06:35 – Soft skills can be learned and practiced 08:11 – Closing: share the show / community Read This If You’re Trying to Break Through If you’ve been grinding on your craft and wondering why the opportunities aren’t matching the effort — don’t assume you’re not talented enough. Instead, zoom out. Ask: What is the experience of working with me? Because whether you like it or not, your “work” isn’t just the deliverable. Your work is also: how you communicate how you handle stress how you collaborate how you show up when things go wrong how you make people feel while you’re doing what you do And the wild thing is… even if you think these things are invisible, people see them. They notice. Questions to Ask Yourself If you want to turn this episode into action, sit with these questions for five minutes: When someone hires me, what “total package” are they getting? Am I making it easy for others to trust me? What do I do when I’m under pressure — and who does it affect? What’s one “basic” I could level up this week (timeliness, communication, follow-through)? If I were the client, would I rehire me? A Simple Practice for Building the Invisible Edge Here’s a small practice you can run this week — no big life overhaul required. Pick one reliability habit. (On-time delivery, clear communication, proactive updates.) Make it visible. Tell a client/collaborator what they can expect from you. Do it consistently for 7 days. No exceptions. Reflect. Notice how it changes your stress, your confidence, and other people’s response. The goal isn’t perfection. The goal is to strengthen the part of your creative career that most people ignore — until they’re forced to learn it the hard way. Final Thought Yes: work hard on your craft. But don’t forget the rest of the package. Because you might think of these things as the things “you can’t see”… but I promise you: people see them.
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Designed, Not Discovered
02/25/2026
Designed, Not Discovered
Hey friends, Chase here There’s a myth that quietly messes with a lot of us — especially if you’re a maker, builder, or artist. It’s the myth that creative fulfillment is something you find. That if you just get lucky enough… brave enough… talented enough… you’ll stumble into “the thing” and everything will click. But here’s what I want to remind you today: Your path isn’t discovered. It’s designed. Not as in “perfectly planned.” As in: you choose it. You shape it. You tend it. You build it on purpose — even when you don’t feel ready. This episode is a short one, but it’s dense. It’s about why wildly creative careers aren’t an accident… and how to return to what makes your heart sing. Here’s what this episode explores: Creative lives don’t happen by accident. They happen intentionally. They’re designed. The Core Idea Creative lives are built on purpose. The “lucky ones” didn’t just stumble into it. In some way, shape, or form, they created a vision and worked toward it. This episode is about doing that — deliberately. What You’ll Hear in This Episode This one moves quickly, but here are the ideas worth listening for — and revisiting when you need them. Why creative careers are designed, not accidental What it really means to start from scratch How to identify what makes your heart sing Why you shouldn’t judge your curiosity by commercial potential The garden metaphor — and how it reframes your life Why separating yourself from your art increases freedom and resilience The power of building a creative habit Timecodes (So You Can Jump to What You Need) 00:00 – Weekly email intro 02:11 – Creative lives are designed 03:20 – Start from scratch 04:22 – What makes your heart sing? 04:51 – Don’t judge it by commercial potential 05:43 – The garden metaphor 06:40 – Let go of cultural assumptions 08:14 – “You are not your art” 09:13 – Create without focusing on the outcome 10:09 – Turn the gears 11:11 – The creative habit is what matters Read This If You Feel Stuck If you’ve been waiting for clarity before you move, here’s your reframe: Clarity often comes from motion. Design doesn’t require certainty. It requires participation. Questions to Ask Yourself What kind of creative expression would I practice long term? What am I judging too quickly by its earning potential? Where am I overly attached to outcomes? If my life is a garden, what do I want to plant next? What small habit could I start this week? A Simple Practice for Reengaging Pick one small creative habit. Make it low-stakes. Work on it for 15–20 minutes a day for one week. The point isn’t to create something impressive. The point is to rebuild the relationship with the work itself. Because once you understand that your path is designed — not discovered — you stop waiting to be chosen. You start choosing. Until next time: keep tending your garden, trust the process, and remember — your path is built on purpose.
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The Messy Middle Is the Point
02/18/2026
The Messy Middle Is the Point
Every creative journey starts the same way. Excitement. Possibility. Momentum. And then — somewhere between the spark and the breakthrough — it gets hard. The novelty fades. The results slow down. Doubt gets louder. And that’s when most of us go looking for certainty. Better gear. Better tactics. The “right” answers. But what if the discomfort isn’t a sign you’re off track? What if it’s proof you’ve finally reached the part that actually matters? In this episode, I break down why the messy middle — that stretch between starting and mastering — is where your identity gets forged. Why we hide in measurable answers when we’re uncomfortable. And how to reconnect with the love that made you begin in the first place. Because the middle isn’t a detour. It’s the proving ground. In this episode: Why creators obsess over tools when the work gets uncomfortable The psychological comfort of “right answers” What the messy middle really is How to develop internal clarity instead of chasing certainty Why remembering your origin story can reset everything If you’re in a season where the work feels heavy, this is your reminder: discomfort doesn’t mean you’re failing. It often means you’re growing. Until next time, stay close to the craft — and remember, the part you’re tempted to escape might be the part that’s shaping you most.
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The Cost of Playing It Safe
02/11/2026
The Cost of Playing It Safe
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it centers on a truth most of us spend years trying to outgrow: playing it safe has a cost. Not just a financial cost. Not just an “I didn’t take the leap” cost. I’m talking about the hidden cost — the slow trade of your originality for approval, your curiosity for compliance, your honest voice for whatever feels least risky. A lot of us were trained early to optimize for fitting in. To sit still. To follow directions. To avoid disrupting the room. And to be clear: the people who guided us usually meant well. But the system most of us came through wasn’t designed to help you uncover what you’re here to make — it was designed to produce consistency. Efficiency. Predictable outcomes. Over time, that training can dull the very thing that makes your work matter: your vitality. Your weirdness. Your edge. The parts of you that feel a little too honest, too quirky, too intense, too much. Here’s the core idea: The price of playing it safe is your creative aliveness. Because safety doesn’t just keep you from failing — it keeps you from telling the truth. It keeps you from risking rejection. It keeps you from letting the messy, human parts of you show up in your work. And ironically, those are the parts that make your work unmistakably yours. This episode is about noticing what you avoid — not to judge yourself, but to learn from it. What are you most reluctant to share? What do you hide because it feels weird or embarrassing or “not polished enough”? Those uncomfortable pockets of truth are often where your most compelling work is waiting. In today’s episode I cover: Why “playing it safe” quietly drains originality and momentum How early conditioning teaches us to trade creativity for approval How to use what you avoid as fuel for your most honest work If you’ve been feeling stuck, uninspired, or like your work isn’t quite you, this episode is an invitation to look in the direction you usually look away from — not to blow up your life, but to reclaim the parts of yourself you’ve been filtering out. Until next time, be brave enough to be seen — and don’t forget: the safest path often costs the most.
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Build the Next Chapter Before You’re Paid
02/04/2026
Build the Next Chapter Before You’re Paid
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it centers on an idea that quietly changes everything once you see it: You don’t get paid first for the work you want to do next. You build it first. Most people wait for permission. They wait for a client, an investor, or an opportunity to show up before they start creating. But in my experience, it works the other way around. The next chapter of your career is built in parallel with the one you’re already in. I’ve always balanced paid work with deeply personal exploration. The commercial projects put food on the table. The personal work is where curiosity lives. And it turns out, that curiosity-driven work is where every meaningful breakthrough in my career has come from. Here’s the core idea: Build the next chapter before you’re paid. Your portfolio becomes your future. The work you make on your own time — without guarantees — becomes proof of what you’re capable of next. Clients don’t hire potential. Investors don’t fund intentions. They respond to momentum, prototypes, and evidence. Whether you’re trying to pivot creatively, grow your business, or step into a new role, the path forward is the same: start making the work now. Use what you already do to fund exploration. Let your community become your laboratory. Create first. Refine along the way. This isn’t about reckless leaps or quitting your job tomorrow. It’s about building in parallel — putting money in the bank while you develop the skills, projects, and ideas that point toward where you actually want to go. In today’s episode I cover: Why your personal work drives your biggest professional breakthroughs How prototypes open doors faster than pitches Why your portfolio is the roadmap to your next chapter If you’ve been waiting for someone else to greenlight your growth, this episode is an invitation to start now — to explore what you’re curious about and build something real before expecting the world to catch up. Until next time, create first — and remember: your next chapter starts with what you make today.
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You Can't Think Your Way Forward
01/28/2026
You Can't Think Your Way Forward
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it centers on an idea that runs counter to how most of us try to solve creative problems. When we feel stuck, uncertain, or restless, our instinct is usually to think harder. To analyze. To wait for clarity. But here’s the truth I’ve learned the hard way: you can’t think your way forward. Clarity doesn’t come from sitting on the couch running mental simulations. It comes from action. From making. From trying things in the real world and paying attention to what happens next. Early in my career, I hit a real creative rut. I questioned whether photography was truly my thing, or whether some other medium might be a better fit. And I could have stayed stuck in that loop for months — thinking, debating, second-guessing. Instead, I ran experiments. I tried painting. I learned from it. And just as importantly, I learned what wasn’t my path. Here’s the core idea: action beats intellect. Thinking has its place, but it’s a terrible primary strategy for getting unstuck. You don’t reason your way into momentum — you move your way into it. Volume creates insight. Making creates feedback. And feedback is what quiets doubt. This episode is about why experimentation isn’t a distraction from commitment — it’s how commitment is formed. It’s about turning down the noise in your head by turning up the work. In today’s episode I cover: Why you can’t think your way out of a creative rut How action creates clarity faster than analysis Why making more work often leads to better work If you’ve been waiting to feel “ready” before you move, this episode is a reminder that readiness follows action — not the other way around. Until next time, default to action — and remember: you can’t think your way forward.
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You Are Your Habits
01/21/2026
You Are Your Habits
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and practical — and it centers on a simple idea that tends to hit a little deeper once you really sit with it: you are not your goals. You are not your intentions. You are what you do repeatedly. Around this time of year — or anytime you feel the urge for a reset — it’s easy to assume the problem is motivation. That you just need to want it more. In my experience, that’s almost never true. Most people aren’t stuck because they lack drive. They’re stuck because their daily habits aren’t aligned with what they actually want. Goals matter. Vision matters. But goals don’t run your life — habits do. How you move your body. How you eat. How you focus. How you rest. How you show up for your work and your relationships. Those small, repeatable behaviors quietly shape everything. Here’s the core idea: You don’t rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your habits. This episode is framed as a mid-January check-in, but it’s not really about the calendar. It’s about pausing long enough to look honestly at the patterns running your days — and deciding whether those patterns are helping you become who you want to be. I share a simple three-part framework I’ve refined over the last decade: reviewing what worked and what didn’t, setting a clear “more / less” compass for the next chapter, and translating that clarity into a short list of daily habits. Nothing fancy. Nothing rigid. Just a system that makes it very hard to drift off course. The power here isn’t intensity — it’s consistency. When your habits are right, progress becomes almost inevitable, even when life gets hard. In today’s episode I cover: Why habits matter more than goals How to review what’s actually working in your life How to build daily habits that support focus, energy, and creativity If you’ve been feeling behind or frustrated that good intentions haven’t turned into real change, this episode is a reminder: you’re not broken. You just need better systems — and you can start building them today. Until next time, remember: you are your habits. Choose them wisely.
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Important, Not Urgent
01/14/2026
Important, Not Urgent
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it centers on an idea that quietly changes everything once you really see it: most people aren’t stuck because they’re lazy or unmotivated. They’re stuck because they confuse urgency with importance. We’ve been trained to react. To answer what’s loud, immediate, and demanding. Emails. Notifications. Small fires that feel productive simply because they need attention right now. But being busy isn’t the same thing as making progress — and activity is not the same as effectiveness. What I’ve learned over time is that the best work of your life rarely feels urgent in the moment. It’s the work you could put off. The work that doesn’t break anything if you ignore it today — but quietly shapes everything if you commit to it consistently. Here’s the core idea: Real progress lives in the important, not the urgent. When you prioritize what actually matters — even if it doesn’t scream for your attention — chaos starts to fall away. You still work hard. You still show up. But you stop letting urgency dictate your life and start choosing your direction instead. This episode is about stepping off the hamster wheel, building systems that protect your time and energy, and learning how to focus on the work that moves your life forward — not just fills your days. In today’s episode I cover: Why being busy is often a distraction from what matters most How to think about urgent vs. important work Where your biggest creative and life gains actually come from If you’ve been working hard but feeling like you’re spinning your wheels, this episode is an invitation to slow down just enough to aim better — and to make space for the work that truly counts. Until next time, choose what’s important — not just what’s urgent.
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Rest Is a Skill
01/07/2026
Rest Is a Skill
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it centers on an idea that’s easy to overlook: rest isn’t something you earn after the work is done. It’s a skill you have to learn while you’re doing the work. Most of us don’t struggle because we lack motivation. We struggle because we don’t know how to manage our energy over time. We push past the point where the work is actually getting better and mistake exhaustion for progress. What I’ve learned is that rest isn’t about quitting or losing momentum. It’s about staying in the game long enough to do meaningful work without burning yourself out. Here’s the core idea: Rest isn’t a break from discipline — it’s part of it. Learning when to pause, step back, or reset isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s awareness. And like any skill, it gets better with practice. This episode is about recognizing those signals earlier, respecting them, and building a pace you can actually sustain. In today’s episode I cover: Why rest is a skill, not a reward How to avoid burning out without losing momentum What sustainable effort really looks like If you’ve been feeling run down or stuck in cycles of overwork, this episode is an invitation to rethink how you pace yourself — not to do less, but to work in a way you can keep doing. Until next time, protect your energy — and remember that rest is a skill.
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What Actually Makes a Great Friend
12/31/2025
What Actually Makes a Great Friend
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it’s built around a question I think most of us care about more than we admit: what actually makes a great friend? Friendship is often treated as something casual. Easy. Automatic. But as life gets fuller — work, family, responsibility, distraction — the quality of our friendships can quietly slip into something surface-level. Not because we don’t care, but because we stop being intentional about how we show up. What I’ve learned is that great friendships aren’t defined by history or proximity. They’re defined by behavior. Being a great friend isn’t about always having the right words or fixing someone’s problems. It’s about presence. Courage. And a willingness to show up in ways that actually matter — even when it’s uncomfortable. Here’s the core idea: Great friendships aren’t built on convenience — they’re built on intention. That intention shows up in a few specific ways. In the courage to be vulnerable instead of polished. In choosing shared growth over staying comfortable. And in offering real, actionable support instead of vague good intentions. One of the biggest differences between casual friends and lifelong ones is the kinds of conversations you’re willing to have — and the kinds of moments you’re willing to share. Depth doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when someone goes first. This episode is about closing that gap. About turning “let me know if you need anything” into actually showing up. About asking better questions. About becoming the kind of friend you’d want to have in your own corner. In today’s episode I cover: Why vulnerability is the foundation of real friendship How shared growth experiences deepen connection What it looks like to offer meaningful, specific support If you’ve been thinking about the people who matter most in your life, this episode is an invitation — not to do more, but to show up differently. And to remember that the strongest friendships are built through small, intentional acts done consistently over time. Until next time, show up with intention — and be the kind of friend you’d want in your own corner.
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The Most Important Creative Tools Are Free
12/24/2025
The Most Important Creative Tools Are Free
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct — and it’s built around a simple idea I’ve come to believe deeply: the most important creative tools are free. Most creators assume they’re stuck because they don’t have the right gear, the right resources, or the right opportunity. But after decades of making work, interviewing hundreds of top creators, and studying the lives of artists across disciplines, I’ve noticed a different pattern. What actually holds people back isn’t a lack of tools — it’s a lack of the right conditions. Creativity doesn’t break down because you don’t have enough. It breaks down because you don’t give yourself what the work requires. Here’s the core idea: The foundations of great creative work aren’t things you buy — they’re things you practice. Experience. Space. Reflection. Discipline. Rest. These aren’t nice-to-haves. They’re the infrastructure that makes creative work possible. And most of them don’t cost a thing — but they do require intention. One of the biggest mistakes I see is creators waiting. Waiting for inspiration. Waiting for clarity. Waiting for permission. But creative momentum doesn’t come from waiting — it comes from engaging. From living. From making room to think. From showing up on a schedule. From giving yourself a break when the work gets hard. This episode is about stepping back and asking a better question: not “What do I need to buy?” but “What am I not giving myself?” In today’s episode I cover: Why creative work depends on conditions, not inspiration The invisible tools behind consistent creative output How to support your creativity without adding more noise If you’ve been feeling stuck, this isn’t a call to do more. It’s an invitation to focus on what actually matters — and to remember that the most powerful tools you have have been with you all along. Until next time, give yourself the tools that matter — and give yourself a little grace along the way.
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Stop Shipping at 95%
12/17/2025
Stop Shipping at 95%
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and direct: most creators don’t struggle because they lack talent — they struggle because they quit at 95%. They get the work to “pretty good,” ship it, and move on. And for a lot of things in life, that’s fine. The 80–20 rule works. But when it comes to your core creative craft — the thing you want to be known for — good enough is the trap. The last 5% is where the details live. It’s uncomfortable, slow, and often invisible. Which is exactly why most people stop before they get there. Here’s the core idea: 80–20 works for most things — but mastery lives in the final 5%. If you keep shipping at 95%, you’re training yourself to miss the point. When I worked with Apple to help create the foundation for Today at Apple, the first draft came together fast. In less than a week, we were 95% there. But Apple doesn’t hire creators for “pretty good.” Pushing through that final 5% took nearly ten times as long — and it set the standard for creative education across hundreds of stores worldwide. Two common mistakes I see: Misusing the 80–20 rule: applying it to the work that defines you. Confusing shipping with finishing: stopping because it’s hard, not because it’s done. This isn’t about perfectionism. It’s about discernment — knowing when the work actually matters and being willing to go all the way when it does. In today’s episode I cover: Why the last 5% takes as much effort as the first 95% How mastery separates pros from amateurs A simple way to decide when to go all in Most people quit too early on the wrong things. When it matters, don’t ship at 95%.
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Love Your Work or Don’t Ship It
12/10/2025
Love Your Work or Don’t Ship It
Hey friends, Chase here This episode is short and honest: if you don’t love the work you’re making, don’t ship it — or better yet, figure out how to love the work before you ship it. I know that sounds blunt, but the market — and more importantly, your audience — can smell half-hearted work a mile away. You can’t fake the stuff that matters. Loving the work isn’t about perfection. It’s about clarity, curiosity, and being willing to do the uncomfortable thing: choose a direction, commit to it, and then grind the craft until you actually love the result. That’s the difference between noise and meaning. Here’s the core idea: If you’re not excited to promote what you made, you probably didn’t make what you love. Shipping is great — but shipping love is better. Two common traps I see: Approval chasing: You try to design for everyone and end up designing for no one. Activity without affection: You’re busy making lots of stuff, but it never lights you up. That work will struggle to find real fans. So what do you do about it? Make the work you can’t not make — and build a tiny system to ship it. In today’s episode I cover: Why loving what you make makes promotion natural instead of gross Three practical moves to fall back in love with your craft: pick one obsessive idea, do the research that excites you, and iterate publicly How to find the small group (10–50 people) who will sustain you — and why that’s all you really need A quick playbook to ship work you love: Choose one thing: narrow the focus until you feel a pull, not a push. Make it daily: small consistent steps beat sporadic heroics. Share early: get feedback from the right 10 people, not the loud crowd. Listen, then iterate: love grows when you respond to the craft (not the vanity metrics). If you want to make a living doing what lights you up, stop designing for a mythical “everyone.” Build for the people who get it — and love the work enough to tell others. Thanks for listening. Tag me with what you’re shipping next — I read as many replies as I can. And remember: ship less stuff, but love the stuff you ship.
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Don’t Rush the New Year: 7 Steps to Prepare Mindfully
12/03/2025
Don’t Rush the New Year: 7 Steps to Prepare Mindfully
Hey friends, Chase here This time of year, I get a lot of messages from folks ready for change — they’ve declared an intention, they want the next chapter, but something’s holding them back. Some have the ideas and energy but no system to ship. Others have the systems but aren’t listening to the quiet that tells them what to build next. Different gaps, same problem: without space to reflect and a mindful plan to act, momentum stalls. Here’s the truth most people ignore: Intentions are the spark — but they won’t transform your life without quiet, synthesis, and daily practices that turn ideas into meaningful work. You can declare you’re “a creator” all you want, but without adventures that feed your curiosity, habits that produce work, and a practice of listening and asking questions, your intentions stay inspirational notes instead of real projects. If you only scribble ideas and never synthesize, they evaporate. If you only measure outcomes and never give yourself quiet, you miss the intuition that points to what’s worth doing. In today’s episode: Why setting an intention matters — and how to approach it mindfully instead of rushing into action The seven practical steps to turn end-of-year reflection into real momentum: adventures, consuming culture, making, scribbling, sharing, asking, and listening A simple way to track your work so progress becomes inevitable, not accidental Enjoy — and remember: this season of reflection is not for doing nothing; it’s for slowing down just enough to do the right, often uncomfortable, work that actually moves you forward.
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Mindset. Skillset. And the Hard Stuff You’re Avoiding.
11/26/2025
Mindset. Skillset. And the Hard Stuff You’re Avoiding.
Hey friends, Chase here This week I had back-to-back coaching calls with two different clients. One had the skillset but not the mindset. The other had the mindset but not the skillset. Different people, same roadblock — they were both stuck at the edge of their next level because they were avoiding the hard stuff. Here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: You don’t level up because you “get discovered.” You level up because you build both your skillset and your mindset — and that requires doing the uncomfortable work you’ve been dodging. Skillset without mindset? You become the talented person who keeps getting passed over. Mindset without skillset? You’re inspiring, but not shipping meaningful work. You need both. And the only way to build both is by leaning into hard things. In today’s episode: The real difference between mindset and skillset (and why both matter equally) How avoiding difficult work quietly caps your potential The simple practice that makes doing hard things a habit, not a hurdle Enjoy — and remember: the hard thing you’re avoiding is the key to your next level.
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The Other 50% No One Told You About
11/19/2025
The Other 50% No One Told You About
Hey friends, Chase here You put the work in. You make something you’re proud of. You hit publish… and then? Crickets. Tumbleweeds. A handful of likes from your mom and your college roommate. If you’ve ever wondered why some creators seem to explode overnight while your (arguably better!) work struggles to get traction, today’s episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: Making great work is only 50% of the job. The other 50% — the part no one told you about — is community. Community is the force multiplier behind every breakout launch, every viral post, every “overnight success.” It’s the difference between work that disappears and work that spreads. In today’s episode: What “the other 50%” actually means Why community is the foundation of every long-term creative career Exactly how to build yours (step-by-step, online and offline) Enjoy — and remember: what you give is what you get.
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Charge More. You’re Worth It.
11/12/2025
Charge More. You’re Worth It.
Hey friends, Chase here. If you’re a creator, here’s a hard truth: most of us don’t charge enough. We look around, see what others are doing, and call that “the going rate.” But that’s not how value works. There’s no upper limit on creativity — you can charge whatever someone is willing to pay. The key is learning to positionyourself and negotiate with confidence. Your job isn’t to fit perfectly into “industry standards.” It’s to understand the value you bring and price accordingly. It takes the same effort to sell something for $100 as it does for $10,000 — the difference is who you’re talking to. Here’s what we get into in this episode: There’s no ceiling on art: you can charge whatever someone will pay Value over time: move from hours and day rates to creative fees Positioning is everything: look enough like the standard, then add your unique premium Right clients, right price: the same work can pay 10x with the right audience The takeaway? Pricing is a creative act. Know your worth, say it with confidence, and find the clients who see it too. Take a quick listen, then go charge what you’re worth. :)
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Stop Planning. Start Doing.
11/05/2025
Stop Planning. Start Doing.
Hey friends, Chase here. Here’s an important reminder: you’ll never feel ready to start. But you’ve got to do it anyway. And the operative word there is “do.” Just start. This episode is the kick in the ass you need. Too often we get bogged down in the dreaming, the research, and the preparing - without the DOING. Feel me on this? It’s a common excuse that most of use…that we just need a little more planning… Wrong. This is not to say that planning isn't necessary, just that it shouldn’t be the crutch that prevents you from executing. And for most it is. Let’s change that. If you’ve ever felt stuck - or heck - you’re feeling stuck now, this episode is for you. We talk about the right balance between the planning and executing in a way that will get the results you want. Take a quick listen, and then get back to work. :)
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Brené Brown Revisited: The Courage to Belong in a Divided World
10/29/2025
Brené Brown Revisited: The Courage to Belong in a Divided World
In this week’s episode, we’re revisiting a powerful conversation that — one that feels even more relevant today. Brené Brown joined me to talk about courage, connection, and what it really means to find true belonging in a divided world. Her insights on creativity, loneliness, and the power of standing alone have only become more urgent as we navigate today’s culture of comparison and noise. Since our original conversation, Brené has continued to expand this body of work through her bestselling books — including Atlas of the Heart and Dare to Lead — and her podcasts and . She remains one of the most trusted and transformative voices on leadership, belonging, and vulnerability in the modern era. Whether you’re hearing Brené for the first time or revisiting an old favorite, this episode is a reminder that belonging isn’t something we negotiate with the world — it’s something we carry within us. It’s about having the courage to stand alone, create from your truth, and use your art to help others feel seen and connected. Some highlights we explore: Why true belonging starts within — and how creatives can hold space for both solitude and connection. How art transforms loneliness into shared humanity and despair into hope. The four practices of true belonging — from speaking truth to BS (with civility) to holding hands with strangers. Why every creative must be willing to be misunderstood and stand alone in the wilderness. How boundaries and self-worth protect your creative energy and integrity. This conversation reminds us that the path to connection begins with courage — the courage to show up, tell the truth, and make something real. As Brené says: “Stop walking through the world looking for confirmation that you don’t belong… because you will always find it.” Enjoy the revisit!
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Stop Curating. Start Creating.
10/22/2025
Stop Curating. Start Creating.
Hey friends, Chase here. If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating to start a project because it didn’t feel “portfolio-worthy,” this one’s for you. I’ve fallen into that trap more times than I’d like to admit — obsessing over whether something I’m making is polished enough to represent me. The irony? That mindset kills the very creativity that fills a portfolio in the first place. The Portfolio Trap Somewhere along the way, we started treating our portfolios like prisons instead of playgrounds. We only want to show our “best work,” so we start *only* making work we think will fit that box. Every idea gets judged before it’s even born. That’s not curation — that’s fear dressed up as professionalism. Here’s the shift: Separate creation from curation. Create Wildly. Curate Ruthlessly. When you’re creating, you’re exploring. You’re playing. You’re trying things that might fail — and that’s where originality lives. When you’re curating, you’re editing. You’re selecting what best represents your voice *after* you’ve made a lot of things. These are two different modes, and mixing them up is where people get stuck. Let yourself make a mess. Create hundreds of sketches, photos, prototypes, or drafts that no one will ever see. Then, later, curate like a maniac. The discipline is in the separation — not in perfection. Why the Messy Stuff Matters Some of the best gigs of my career came from “throwaway” experiments — the projects I almost didn’t share because they weren’t polished enough. Those experiments showed curiosity and risk-taking. Clients and collaborators see that energy and think, *I want that.* You don’t need every piece of work to land in your portfolio. You just need to make enough to find the pieces that truly speak for you. Here’s what we get into in the episode: The portfolio trap: how obsessing over “shareable” work limits your creativity Separate creation and curation: freedom in process, discipline in presentation Messy work = momentum: why experimentation builds better portfolios Play over perfection: creativity thrives when the stakes are low The big idea? Your portfolio should reflect your growth — not restrict it. Make more. Edit later. The only “wrong” project is the one you were too afraid to start. Until next time—stay curious, stay playful, and keep creating.
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The Creative Edge Isn’t Vanishing — It’s Moving.
10/15/2025
The Creative Edge Isn’t Vanishing — It’s Moving.
Hey friends, Chase here. I’m back with a little reflection that’s been brewing for a while—one that hits right at the heart of what it means to be a creator right now. Lately, the number one question in my inbox (and probably yours too) goes something like this: “What happens to creativity now that AI can do so much?” If that question sounds familiar, you’re not alone. We’ve seen this movie before. Back in 2006, I wrote a post responding to photographers who were terrified that point-and-shoot cameras would “steal” their jobs. Fast forward to today, and we’re hearing the same fear—just swap “AI” for “amateurs with a camera.” For a trip down memory lane, check out that original post, — it’s wild how the same conversation echoes through time. Different tools, same creative truth. The Creative Edge Isn’t Vanishing — It’s Moving. Here’s the thing: every new tool feels like a threat at first. Digital cameras. Instagram. Smartphones. Now AI. Each time, a slice of the market shifts. The low-end work gets automated or absorbed by cheaper, faster tools. But the top quartile—the creators who bring taste, originality, and human nuance—don’t vanish. They adapt, evolve, and expand what’s possible. If you’re worried about being replaced, you’re probably looking at the wrong part of the playing field. The real creative edge has just moved—it’s waiting for you to catch up. Here’s what we get into in this episode: History repeats: from point-and-shoot cameras to AI, every leap in tech stirs the same fear—and the same opportunity Stay out of the bottom tier: low-margin work gets eaten first; creativity built on depth, taste, and expertise always finds demand Leverage the tools: don’t compete with the machine—learn to wield it to multiply your output and sharpen your ideas Mindset as the real skill: the belief that you can evolve is what keeps you in the game when the rules change The big idea? Your creative advantage isn’t disappearing—it’s evolving. The tools may change, but what makes your work matter has always been the same: curiosity, courage, and a willingness to play with what’s next. AI isn’t the end of creativity. It’s an invitation to a new chapter. So pick up the tools, experiment, and move with the edge—because that’s where the real art happens. Until next time—stay curious, stay evolving, and keep creating.
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Mel Robbins Revisited: From The High 5 Habit to The Let Them Theory
10/09/2025
Mel Robbins Revisited: From The High 5 Habit to The Let Them Theory
In this week’s episode, we’re revisiting a powerful conversation that — one that’s just as relevant today as it was then. Mel Robbins has continued to inspire millions with her practical, science-backed approach to behavior change and personal growth. Since our last chat, she’s released a brand-new bestseller, , which builds beautifully on the ideas we explored together in this earlier episode. Whether you’re new to Mel’s work or a longtime fan, this replay captures timeless insights into managing anxiety, regulating your nervous system, and finding your creative flow — lessons that feel even more essential in today’s fast-paced, always-on world. Mel is a global thought leader, an international bestselling author of and The 5 Second Rule, and one of the most trusted voices in personal development. Her TEDx talk, , has reached over 30 million viewers worldwide. In this conversation, we explore how anxiety and overwhelm affect creativity and productivity — and how small, consistent actions can help you reset your nervous system, quiet fear, and get back to meaningful work. Some highlights we explore: Why understanding your nervous system is key to unlocking focus and creativity. Mel’s practical tools for beating overwhelm and reigniting motivation when you’re stuck. How The High 5 Habit laid the groundwork for her new philosophy in The Let Them Theory. Simple daily practices — from mindfulness to micro-goals — that build momentum and self-trust. Why now might be the best time ever to create, even when the world feels uncertain. This episode is a reminder that growth doesn’t come from control — it comes from courage, consistency, and letting go. If you’ve been navigating stress, self-doubt, or creative fatigue, Mel’s wisdom will help you reset and reimagine what’s possible. Enjoy the revisit!
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The Antidote to Burnout Isn’t Rest — It’s Play
10/01/2025
The Antidote to Burnout Isn’t Rest — It’s Play
Hey friends, Chase here. I’m writing you today from the south of France, where I’ve been taking a little breather before a busy fall. This episode is a reflection on some of the most popular questions that came up around the launch of Never Play It Safe. In the particular lies the universal — and the questions from our community reflect challenges so many of us face. Burnout, Side Hustles & Tiny Experiments Matt asked about starting a coaching/consulting side hustle. My answer? Don’t try to solve everything from the couch. Start small. Run tiny experiments. Serve people by solving the problems you’ve already solved for yourself. From there, Dylan jumped in with a question about making a film project with a comedian friend. We dug into what it means to treat creative collaborations like real businesses — agreements, responsibilities, financing, and the all-important element of play. Here’s what we get into in the episode: Side hustles that stick: why solving your own past problems makes you a better coach or consultant Tiny experiments: the fastest way to test ideas and get real data instead of planning forever Collaboration as play: how operating agreements and clear roles keep partnerships fun instead of frustrating Burnout recovery: why rediscovering play is the antidote to grazing through work like a cow instead of hunting like a lion The big idea? The best way forward isn’t overthinking — it’s showing up, experimenting, and rediscovering play in the process. Until next time—stay playful, stay curious, and keep creating.
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The Most Important Question You’re Probably Not Asking: How Much Is Enough?
09/24/2025
The Most Important Question You’re Probably Not Asking: How Much Is Enough?
Hey friends, Chase here. At the height of my career—awards, startups, celebrity collabs—my wife stopped me cold with one question: “How much is enough?” I didn’t have an answer. From the outside, life looked perfect. But inside, I was chasing “more” without knowing why. The Illusion of More The culture around us says: keep climbing, keep grinding, keep stacking. But more for the sake of more eventually costs you—your health, your relationships, even your sense of self. Without defining what “enough” looks like, ambition becomes a treadmill you can’t step off. Why Constraints Set You Free Here’s the twist: constraints aren’t limitations, they’re freedom. When you know what’s enough—whether that’s money, recognition, or time—you can stop running in every direction and start building the life you actually want. Here’s what we get into in the episode: The trap of “more”: why unchecked ambition always demands a bigger price Defining enough: how boundaries create focus, energy, and freedom Hustle vs. challenge: the difference between busy work and meaningful growth The big idea? If you don’t define your “enough,” the world will do it for you—and you probably won’t like the result. Ask the question. Write it down. Revisit it often. That’s how you turn ambition into a compass instead of a trap. Until next time—stay intentional, stay clear, and keep creating.
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Social Media as a Stage, Not a Sofa
09/17/2025
Social Media as a Stage, Not a Sofa
Hey friends, Chase here. If social media feels heavier than it used to, you’re not imagining it. Infinite feeds, algorithm whiplash, and the pressure to post “one more thing” can drain the very creativity we’re trying to share. Here’s the shift: treat social media like a stage you step onto with intent—not a sofa you collapse into by default. Social Media as a Stage, Not a Sofa A stage has purpose: you arrive prepared, you deliver, you connect, you step off. A sofa invites scrolling, numbing, and losing track of the most precious resource you own—your attention. When you design systems that honor the stage, you get 90% of the upside with a fraction of the noise. Create before you consume. Get your ideas out of your head and into the world first. Then study the landscape with clear eyes: What worked? What didn’t? What can you improve next rep? Here’s what we get into: Systems resist their systems: your schedule, not the algorithm, sets when and how you show up Frameworks, not feeds: reusable prompts and formats that make creation repeatable Stagecraft: show up to present, connect, and move the ball forward—then step off The big idea? Social platforms are powerful—when they serve your purpose. Use them as a stage: step on with intention, deliver your best, connect with your people, and step off before the sofa starts calling your name. For the full playbook—including how to set boundaries that stick—check out this week’s episode of the show. Until next time—stay intentional, stay bold, and keep creating.
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Don’t Trade Your Dreams for Security
09/10/2025
Don’t Trade Your Dreams for Security
Hey friends, Chase here. If you’re feeling anxious about money right now, you’re not alone. Shrinking budgets, AI headlines, and general chaos have a lot of us questioning our value. The default move? Grab the nearest paycheck. But here’s the truth: trading your dreams for short-term security is the fastest way to kill the life you actually want. Don’t trade your dreams for security. Paying the bills matters—we’ve all been there. I waited tables in the early days of my photography career just to get by. But that was never the goal. The real goal was building a life with freedom at its core. Because freedom is what fuels creativity. It’s what lets you chase the projects, the art, and the opportunities that light you up. Your future self is begging you not to settle. Fear says play it safe. Freedom says create. Every time you choose freedom—whether that’s carving out an hour to shoot, write, or build—you’re moving closer to the life you want. Here’s what we get into: Why chasing paychecks without purpose keeps you stuck How designing for freedom fuels creativity (and opportunity) What Paris taught me about building a framework for creative living Why clarity + momentum are the secret weapons for designing your life How to balance short-term security with long-term vision The big idea? Money matters. Security matters. But if you sacrifice your vision just to feel safe, you’ll never build the life you know you’re capable of living. Freedom isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you design, one intentional choice at a time. Until next time—stay free, stay bold, and keep creating.
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AI Doesn’t Create the Work. You Do.
09/03/2025
AI Doesn’t Create the Work. You Do.
Hey friends, Chase here. I’m writing this from the beach, staring at the ocean, and I’ve got one big reminder for you today: You are your future. Sure, AI is everywhere. New tools pop up daily. You’ve probably seen the tweets: “Anyone can type a prompt and become a world-class designer, writer, photographer.” Sounds nice. But let’s be real—that’s not how this works. You make the work. Not the tools. AI is powerful. No doubt. But it’s still just a tool. A $10,000 camera won’t make you Ansel Adams. And a shiny new AI app won’t magically give you taste, vision, or experience. Those come from the reps—from showing up, failing, refining, and creating again. So if you’ve spent years honing your craft, here’s the truth: You’re at an advantage. Your taste, scars, and hard-won skills can’t be downloaded. And no AI prompt can replicate them. Here’s what we get into: Why your creative vision is the differentiator that separates pros from amateurs How fluency in your craft helps you direct tools (instead of guessing with them) Why every new tool—from Photoshop to AI—is just another layer on the same creative job How to flip the “AI makes me obsolete” narrative into fuel for your next chapter Why your fundamentals—taste, style, voice—matter more now than ever The big idea? The tool is the least important part of the work. You don’t need to become a “prompt engineer.” You just need to keep showing up as the creative badass you already are—one who adapts, experiments, and leads with vision. Keep pushing, keep experimenting, and above all—make work only you can make.
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How to Stay Calm Under Pressure and Perform Your Best When It Matters Most
08/27/2025
How to Stay Calm Under Pressure and Perform Your Best When It Matters Most
In this episode, Jim Murphy shares how training your mind for inner excellence leads to peace, confidence, and extraordinary performance. Jim is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Performance Coach to some of the best athletes and leaders in the world. He began his career as a professional baseball player in the Chicago Cubs organization, later coaching with the Texas Rangers and the South African Olympic baseball team. Jim has worked with world champion golfers, FedEx Cup champions, and world #1’s — and most of his clients experience the best year of their careers in their first year with him. In addition to coaching professional athletes and executives, he leads Inner Excellence retreats worldwide and serves as president of the Inner Excellence Freedom Project, dedicated to alleviating spiritual and physical poverty. We dig into Jim’s remarkable story — from giving away half his possessions and heading into the desert to discovering the principles that became his life’s work. Along the way, he unpacks how courage, presence, and letting go of the past are key to unlocking human potential. Whether you’re an athlete, a business leader, or just someone who wants more peace and confidence in your life, this conversation will expand what you believe is possible. Some highlights we explore: The moment AJ Brown was filmed reading Inter Excellence during every NFL playoff game, including the Super Bowl. Why Jim says “selfless is fearless” — and how the greatest need of the human heart is unconditional love. The BFF formula: belief, focus, and freedom — and why courage is the most common trait of high performers. The four daily goals of inner excellence: learn and grow, be present, gratitude, and focus on what you can control. Enjoy!
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