What Is My Brain? by Zlatko Bijelic

Summary In this conversation, Adi Verma discusses his morning routine, the role of writing in his life, and his experience writing a book. He emphasizes the importance of finding one's own writing process and not trying to copy others. Adi also shares strategies for controlling chaos and uncertainty, as well as creating an optimal writing environment. In this conversation, Adi Verma shares his strategies for managing distractions and increasing productivity, including using a website blocker to limit access to distracting websites. He also discusses his process for capturing inspiration and ideas, such as using a daily note-taking practice and maintaining a swipe file. Adi explains the concept of Homework for Life, which involves noting down storyworthy moments on a daily basis. He also talks about the benefits of sending daily emails, including building a stronger connection with subscribers and improving his writing skills. Adi shares his plans for growing his email list and invites listeners to connect with him on his website. Takeaways Find your own writing routine and don't try to copy others. Embrace uncertainty and discomfort as part of the creative process. Create an environment that supports your writing, such as blocking distractions and setting boundaries. Focus on developing your writing skills as they are the foundation for success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Morning Routine 03:02 Writing as a Skill and Identity 06:16 Writing Process and Individuality 13:17 Writing a Book as a Side Project 22:27 Finding Your Own Process 26:07 Dealing with Resistance and Distractions 29:26 Crafting an Optimal Writing Environment 30:00 Managing Distractions and Productivity 32:18 Capturing Inspiration and Ideas 33:49 The Concept of Homework for Life 34:39 The Benefits of Daily Emails 45:52 Transition from Weekly to Daily Emails 50:28 Building an Email List 55:14 Where to Find Adi Verma

Summary In this conversation, Hayden Cashion shares his journey in digital marketing and running an agency. He discusses the challenges and mistakes he faced, as well as the importance of choosing the right clients and setting clear expectations. Hayden also talks about his love for hip hop and how it influenced his music career. He explains his transition from music to marketing and his success on TikTok, including monetizing his channels through brand deals. Hayden's story highlights the importance of adapting to new platforms and finding creative ways to grow a business. In this conversation, Hayden Cashion discusses the economics of ads and content creation, the process of brand deals and pricing, measuring the impact of brand deals, building a personal brand, monetizing the personal brand, self-awareness and personal growth. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Hayden on X: https://www.x.com/HaydenCashion Follow Hayden on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayden-cashion Follow Hayden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayden.cashion Follow Hayden on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@HaydenCashion Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:36 Starting in Digital Marketing 02:10 Starting an Education Company 03:00 Working with Clients and ROI 04:33 Challenges and Mistakes in Running an Agency 07:33 Choosing Clients and Setting Expectations 09:24 Determining Ad Spend and ROAS 11:15 Struggles of Running an Agency 13:40 Clients that Didn't Work Out 15:19 Love for Hip Hop 18:12 Hip Hop Influences 21:10 Transition from Music to Marketing 23:45 TikTok Journey and Monetization 26:54 Creating Content on TikTok 28:59 Monetizing TikTok Channels 31:24 NFTs and VCon 32:11 Brand Deals and Revenue 33:04 Success of Modern Marketing 33:07 The Economics of Ads and Content Creation 34:27 The Process of Brand Deals and Pricing 36:57 Measuring the Impact of Brand Deals 38:35 Building a Personal Brand 41:26 Monetizing the Personal Brand 46:18 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth 52:26 Conclusion and Where to Find Hayden

Summary In this conversation, Chenell Basilio discusses the growth of her newsletter and the strategies she has used to attract subscribers. She also talks about her coaching services and audits for newsletters. Chenell shares some coaching tips and highlights popular deep dives she has done. She discusses the different approaches to newsletters and the future of the medium. Chenell also mentions her use of AI in newsletter creation and her plans for the future. In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic and Chanel Basilio discuss the potential of incorporating audio and video components into newsletters. They explore the engagement and effectiveness of audio versions, with examples of YouTubers finding success with this format. They also delve into success stories of individuals building businesses through newsletters and the power of email marketing. The conversation highlights the importance of email as a foundational tool for engaging with an audience. Personal updates on workspace setup and podcast production systems are shared, along with the benefits of location independence. Listeners are encouraged to connect with Chanel Basilio on her website and Twitter. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Chenell on X: https://www.x.com/chenellco Follow Chenell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chenellco Follow Chenell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chenellco/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Catching Up 01:11 Growth of the Newsletter 03:08 Coaching and Audits 04:24 Coaching Tips 05:36 Popular Deep Dives 08:01 Different Approaches to Newsletters 09:23 Researching and Writing Deep Dives 10:38 Diversifying Revenue Streams 11:20 Life Updates 11:59 Starting Coaching 12:30 Future Plans 17:44 The Future of Newsletters 21:30 Using AI in Newsletter Creation 22:44 Finding Deep Dive Subjects 24:13 Challenges and Adjustments 26:49 Newsletter Growth 30:20 Future Plans 32:07 Connecting with Deep Dive Subjects 32:57 Exploring the Potential of Audio and Video Components 33:18 Engagement and Effectiveness of Audio Versions 34:23 Success Stories: Building a Business through Newsletters 35:09 The Power of Email Marketing 36:23 The Importance of Email as a Foundation 37:13 Personal Updates and Workspace Setup 38:05 Podcast Production and Systems 39:06 Home Setup and Location Independence 40:08 Where to Connect with Chanel Basilio

Summary Justin shares his journey in the tech world, starting with the creation of a bike share system at UC Berkeley and eventually founding Jump Bikes, which was acquired by Uber. He discusses the challenges and successes he experienced along the way. Justin also talks about his transition to family life and his current venture, Ascend Labs, which focuses on helping early-stage companies with their go-to-market strategies. He emphasizes the importance of building a community and leveraging AI in scaling the business. In this conversation, Justin discusses his approach to building a custom GBT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) for writing assistance. He emphasizes the importance of fine-tuning the GBT to meet specific needs and provides insights into the training process. Justin also shares his daily routine and the challenges of building his agency, studio, and community. He highlights the idea of capturing compelling, authentic content through a recording studio at conferences. The conversation concludes with a discussion on collaboration and building a lifestyle-driven business. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Justin on X: https://www.x.com/ascendlabs_co Follow Justin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascendgrowth Follow Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ascendlabshq Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:08 Starting Social Bicycles 08:39 Transition to Jump Bikes and Acquisition by Uber 19:35 Family Life and Starting Ascend Labs 26:33 Building a Community and Agency 34:54 Utilizing AI in the Business 40:39 Building a Custom GBT for Writing Assistance 42:18 Daily Routine and Team Size 44:48 Challenges of Building the Agency, Studio, and Community 47:11 Launching a Recording Studio at Shop Talk 49:40 Collaboration and Lifestyle-Driven Business 51:44 Invitation to Early Stage Companies 53:19 Closing Remarks

Summary In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic and Anthony Ridley discuss various topics related to work-life balance, communication in relationships, and running a business while raising children. They emphasize the importance of communication and taking accountability in personal and professional relationships. Anthony shares his journey of starting and running a retention marketing agency, highlighting the challenges and lessons he learned along the way. The conversation explores the disconnect between ads and organic marketing, highlighting the dangers of overreliance on ads and the importance of understanding marketing and unit economics. It delves into the struggles of unprofitable businesses and emphasizes the value of quality and trust in a brand. The challenges of scaling a business and the importance of transparency and honesty with clients are discussed. The conversation also touches on the decision to niche down or explore broadly, the benefits of writing and sharing online, and the process of capturing ideas and thoughts. It concludes with insights on finding your voice and incorporating business character. In this conversation, Anthony Ridley and Zlatko Bijelic discuss the power of remembering and how a single gem of information can push you through challenges. They also talk about the game-changing connection they made and the importance of building a local community. Making time for networking and in-person interactions is emphasized, as well as the value of taking risks and making connections. The conversation concludes with a discussion on authenticity and building your own unique brand. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Anthony on X: https://www.x.com/email_ant Follow Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-ridley Follow Anthony on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/email_ant Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Congratulating on Twins 03:11 Importance of Communication in Relationships 08:12 The Power of Taking Accountability 10:18 Work-Life Balance with Kids and Running a Business 20:47 Anthony's Journey to Running a Retention Marketing Agency 29:31 The Disconnect Between Ads and Organic Marketing 31:21 The Dangers of Overreliance on Ads 32:37 The Importance of Understanding Marketing and Unit Economics 33:18 The Struggles of Unprofitable Businesses 35:10 The Value of Quality and Trust in a Brand 36:18 The Challenges of Scaling a Business 37:14 The Importance of Transparency and Honesty with Clients 37:39 Qualifying Clients and Knowing Your Ideal Fit 38:44 The Learning Process of Running an Agency 40:19 The Decision to Niche Down or Explore Broadly 43:33 Streamlining Services and Focusing on Shopify 45:30 The Importance of Finding What Sparks You 47:01 The Nuances of Business Growth and Direction 48:08 The Benefits of Writing and Sharing Online 51:41 Acquiring Clients through Upwork 55:46 The Process of Capturing Ideas and Thoughts 56:15 Finding Your Voice and Incorporating Business Character 01:01:24 The Power of Remembering 01:01:54 The Game-Changing Connection 01:02:21 Building a Local Community 01:03:34 The Importance of Making Time 01:04:16 Creating In-Person Podcasts 01:05:06 Taking Risks and Making Connections 01:06:05 The Power of Asking 01:07:47 Authenticity and Building Your Own Thing 01:08:28 Where to Find Anthony Ridley 01:09:51 Closing Thoughts and Future...

Summary Louis discusses his recent move to New York and his current projects, including his podcast, ghostwriting business, and data analytics consulting firm. He shares the evolution of his podcast and how it has helped him build relationships and gain insights in various industries. Louis also talks about the challenges and benefits of being involved in multiple projects and the use of AI in his businesses. He highlights the underutilized potential of image technology and the importance of defining tasks and setting clear goals. Finally, he shares his approach to travel and the flexibility it offers in his work. The conversation explores the themes of motivation, alignment, living in different places, the importance of freedom and energy, and creating systems and routines. In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic and Louis discuss various topics including data analysis, ghostwriting, and the importance of community. They explore the challenges and benefits of working with data, the role of ghostwriting in content creation, and the value of finding like-minded communities. Louis shares insights from his experience in the data industry and provides information about his podcast and businesses. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Louis on X: https://www.x.com/LouisShulman Follow Louis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisshulman/ Follow Louis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shulmanlouis Follow Louis on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb6qBiV1HAYcep87nKJmGhA Chapters 00:00 Moving to New York 01:15 Louis' Current Projects 02:31 Enjoyment of Podcasting 03:11 The Value of the Podcast 04:05 Genesis of the Lewis and Kyle Show 05:04 Transition to Podcasting 06:01 Evolution of the Podcast 07:00 Building Relationships through the Podcast 08:34 Favorite Project and Enjoyment 09:34 Being the Bottleneck in Business 10:44 Ghostwriting Business 11:44 Louis' Writing Career 12:49 Transition to Freelance Writing 13:46 Starting Inbox Ghosts 14:39 Underutilized Image Technology 16:06 AI in Inbox Ghosts and Orbit Metrics 19:48 Exploring New Technologies 20:27 Productizing Image Creation 21:08 Multimodal AI 22:08 Narrowly Confined AI Tasks 23:07 Clear Definition of Tasks 25:09 Journaling and Focus 26:49 Traveling and New York 32:43 Louis' Approach to Travel 34:50 Motivation and Alignment 41:43 Living in Different Places 48:20 The Importance of Freedom and Energy 54:54 The Power of Consistency and Commitment 01:00:45 Creating Systems and Routines 01:08:31 Reflection on the Conversation 01:09:00 Wrap-up and Contact Information

Summary In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic interviews Suzanne Huber, a freelance digital marketing consultant. They discuss Suzanne's background in digital marketing, her experience working with Shopify brands, and how she balances work and family life. They also explore the power of community and the future of communities in business. Suzanne shares her insights on the impact of courses and the use of AI in business. In this conversation, Suzanne Huber and Zlatko Bijelic discuss the benefits of automating workflows and saving time using AI. They explore the possibilities of creating custom GPTs for marketing and leveraging AI for eBooks and thought leadership. Suzanne shares her experience with building brand awareness through YouTube and providing marketing consulting and mentorship. They also discuss common challenges faced by entrepreneurs and the importance of consistency in achieving success. Suzanne emphasizes the impact of writing and storytelling in making connections and shares her daily writing practice. The conversation concludes with Suzanne sharing where listeners can find her. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Suzanne on X: https://www.x.com/SuzyHuber Follow Suzanne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanneleehuber Follow Suzanne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzannehuber Follow Suzanne on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanneleehuber Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:23 Getting Started in Digital Marketing 03:25 Working with Shopify Brands 04:36 Balancing Work and Family Life 08:43 Landing Clients and Building the Business 16:08 The Power of Community 18:24 The Future of Communities 23:41 The Impact of Courses 28:27 Using AI in Business 33:59 Automating Workflows and Saving Time 35:03 Custom GPTs for Marketing 36:15 Using AI for eBooks and Thought Leadership 37:08 Building Brand Awareness with YouTube 38:13 Marketing Consulting and Mentorship 39:08 Common Challenges for Entrepreneurs 40:06 The Importance of Consistency 41:01 Continuity and Steady Flow of Income 41:49 The Impact of Writing and Storytelling 46:47 Sharpening Writing Skills and Consistency 48:23 Daily Writing Practice and Tools 51:31 The Power of Writing and Making Connections 55:27 The Importance of Writing in Business and Personal Life 56:14 Where to Find Suzanne Huber

Summary Angela Hollowell discusses her journey as a creative entrepreneur and the development of Rootful Media. She shares her experience in starting the Honey and Hustle podcast and the importance of building a team for production. Angela also talks about her transition to full-time entrepreneurship and her definition of success. She delves into her involvement in film projects and the different ways to secure funding and distribution for indie films. In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic and Angela Hollowell discuss various marketing strategies for films, TV shows, and podcasts. They explore the idea of testing different marketing approaches, such as teasing scenes and creating director's cuts. They also discuss the value of sharing income publicly and the importance of authenticity and value in content creation. Additionally, they touch on the potential of podcast advertising for smaller creators and the benefits of in-person podcasting. Overall, the conversation highlights the need for innovative and creative marketing strategies in the entertainment industry. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Angela on X: https://www.x.com/anghollowell Follow Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelahollowell Follow Angela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeyandhustlepod Follow Angela on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AngelaHollowell Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:27 Building Rootful Media 04:19 Starting the Honey and Hustle Podcast 07:13 Team and Production of the Podcast 08:29 Enjoyment of Different Media Components 15:57 Transitioning to Full-Time Creative Entrepreneurship 20:27 Defining Success 26:51 Venturing into Film Projects 29:43 Funding and Distribution for Indie Films 37:17 Testing Different Marketing Strategies 38:15 Packaging and Rollout Strategies 39:09 Teasing Scenes and Director's Cuts 40:09 Creating a Podcast Press Run 41:08 Innovative Marketing Approaches for Films and TV 41:56 Sharing Income Publicly 43:00 The Untapped Potential of Podcast Monetization 44:38 The Importance of Authenticity and Value 45:13 Learning from Artists like Russ and Andrew Schultz 46:10 The Power of Transparency in the Music Industry 47:33 The Value of Niche Podcast Advertising 49:15 The Shift in Social Media Content 52:48 The Nuances of Sharing Income Publicly 54:04 The Dangers of Depending Solely on Facebook Ads 57:29 The Potential of Podcast Advertising for Smaller Creators 58:44 The Benefits of In-Person Podcasting 01:03:22 Creating a Boutique Podcast Studio 01:06:08 Supporting Angela's Projects 01:06:50 Where to Follow Angela Hollowell

Summary In this conversation, Zlatko Bijelic and Pia discuss the power of ideas, taking action, and the process of bringing creative visions to life. Pia describes her work as a creative midwife, helping individuals bring their businesses, brands, and ideas into the world. They explore the importance of defining success and designing a life that aligns with one's values and passions. Pia emphasizes the value of taking microsteps and finding joy in the journey rather than solely focusing on the end goal. They also discuss the process of writing a book and the vulnerability that comes with sharing personal experiences. Pia discusses the hardest and most exciting aspects of writing her book, including the process of connecting her own experiences and the challenge of raising funds. She shares her fear of asking for help and promoting herself, but also recognizes that feeling scared is a sign of growth. Pia emphasizes the importance of recognizing resistance as part of the creative process and staying committed to the journey. She also highlights the power of creative partnerships and the need for real-life connections in the creative community. Pia discusses the marketing plans for her book and the goal of creating a supportive community of super fans. Finally, she reflects on the importance of avoiding escapism and finding healthier ways to unwind. In this conversation, Pia and Zlatko discuss the importance of journaling and making conscious choices. They explore how journaling can create awareness of patterns and habits, allowing for personal growth and change. They also discuss the idea of meeting oneself through journaling and how it can be a powerful tool for self-reflection and self-discovery. Finally, they express their support for each other's creative journeys and discuss their plans for a journaling course. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Pia on X: https://www.x.com/pialeichter Follow Pia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter Follow Pia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pia.leichter Follow Pia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kollektiv.studio.cph Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:07 Pia's Work as a Creative Midwife 03:15 The Power of Ideas and Taking Action 05:49 Pia's Process of Helping Others 08:41 Defining Success and Designing a Juicy Life 12:23 Microsteps and the Power of Small Actions 17:28 Creating Safety and Uncertainty 19:14 The Journey is the Destination 25:26 Writing a Book and Sharing Vulnerability 33:01 The Hardest and Most Exciting Thing 34:14 Raising Funds and Asking for Help 35:40 Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone 36:07 Recognizing Fear as a Sign of Growth 37:07 The Process of Writing and Editing 38:24 The Challenge and Reward of Writing a Book 39:22 The Myth of the Lone Genius 40:20 The Fluidity of the Creative Process 41:01 Overcoming Resistance and Pushing Forward 43:22 The Importance of Creative Partnerships 44:29 The Desire for Real-Life Creative Connections 47:52 The Power of Being Seen and Witnessed 49:27 The Idea of a Creative Retreat 50:45 Finding Time for Writing 52:44 Marketing the Book and Building a Supportive Community 55:43 Avoiding Escapism and Finding Other Ways to Unwind 01:03:01 Navigating the Challenges of Daily Life 01:03:48 The Power of Journaling 01:04:17 Making Conscious Choices 01:05:16 Journaling as a Way to Meet...

Summary Nikita Kazhin shares his journey from being a diplomat to becoming an entrepreneur and building multiple businesses. He discusses the power of AI in product development and how it has allowed him to build apps without coding. Nikita also talks about his experience writing online and the challenges he faced in finding his niche. He emphasizes the importance of staying focused and using the right tools to leverage AI effectively. Despite the complexities of managing multiple businesses, Nikita remains committed to marketing and growing his ventures. The conversation between Nikita Kazhin and Zlatko Bijelic covers various topics related to entrepreneurship and personal growth. Nikita shares his experiences and insights on building businesses and taking risks. Zlatko expresses his admiration for Nikita's work and offers support. Overall, the conversation is inspiring and encourages listeners to pursue their goals. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Nikita on X: https://twitter.com/nkazhin Follow Nikita on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nkazhin Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 10:16 Transition from Diplomat to Entrepreneur 17:20 Writing Online and Starting New Businesses 22:08 The Power of AI in Building Products 27:01 Challenges and Lessons in Writing Online 32:20 Balancing Multiple Businesses and Time Management 39:03 The Future of AI and Leveraging AI Tools 57:55 Introduction and Welcome 58:04 Appreciation and Goodbye

Summary Chris Boettcher shares his journey from traditional education in physical therapy to transitioning into the preventative health space. He discusses the challenges of balancing family life and career, as well as the importance of taking risks and betting on oneself. Chris explains the process of helping clients and shares success stories of sustainable lifestyle changes. He also reflects on his experience participating in Ironman competitions and how it has shaped his credibility in the health and wellness industry. Finally, Chris discusses the transition to building an online presence and the lessons he has learned along the way. In this conversation, Chris Boettcher discusses the next phase of his health and wellness platform, including experimenting with new content formats and maximizing the impact of their newsletter. He also touches on the possibility of monetizing the newsletter through sponsorships. Chris shares his recommendations for individuals looking to improve their health and wellness, emphasizing the importance of consistency with protein intake, making conscious food choices, and incorporating movement and self-care into daily routines. He concludes by providing information on where to find more information about their program and newsletter. Takeaways Stay in touch: Check out https://www.zlatkobijelic.com Follow Zlatko on X: https://www.x.com/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zbijelic Follow Zlatko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zlatko.bijelic Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/whatismybrain_ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/what-is-my-brain-podcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatismybrainpodcast/ Follow What Is My Brain? Podcast on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatismybrainpodcast Follow Chris on X: https://www.x.com/chrisboettcher9 Follow Chris on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-boettcher-554b98290 Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brother2brotherheal Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Family Life 01:42 Transition from Traditional Education to Preventative Health 04:36 Taking the Leap and Bet on Yourself 06:31 Balancing Family and Career 09:04 Support and Collaboration with Brother 11:55 Process of Helping Clients and Success Stories 15:22 Creating Sustainable Lifestyle Changes 18:19 The Ripple Effect of Health and Consistency 21:07 The Ironman Experience and Transitioning to Online Business 29:40 Importance of Protein and Taking Control of Calories 35:57 Credibility from Ironman Competitions 39:21 Transitioning to Social Media and Building an Online Presence 43:36 Exploring New Content Formats 44:26 Maximizing the Newsletter 46:45 Monetizing the Newsletter 50:44 Recommendations for Health and Wellness 55:24 Where to Find More Information

In the latest episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chenell Basilio, a digital marketing expert and creator of the Growth in Reverse newsletter. Join us as we delve into Chenell's fascinating journey and learn from her experiences and insights. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter: @zbijelic Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter: @whatismybrain_

I’m thrilled to announce a new episode of the podcast featuring Sohaib Albadawee, an aviation engineer turned growth marketer. Sohaib shared his journey from fixing airplanes to becoming head of growth in an organization, to helping startups grow within their customers and products. During the episode we talked about the importance of building a side-hustle, how to build a following on social media that actually cares about what you do and more. Join us as we delve into Sohaib's fascinating journey and learn from his experiences and insights. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter: @zbijelic Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter: @whatismybrain_

I had the pleasure of speaking with Stefany Nieto, an entrepreneur who has built multiple international businesses. Stefany is one of the co-founders of Gwella, a company that mimics the psilocybin microdose without any of the illegal ingredients. We also talked about other aspects of Stefany’s journey and discussed topics such as what is the perfect time to start your business, how to muster up the courage to be active on social media, and more. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter: @zbijelic Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter: @whatismybrain_

In this week's episode, I talked with the host of The Danny Miranda Podcast, Danny Miranda himself. The Danny Miranda Podcast is all about interviewing creators, entrepreneurs, and people who are pursuing the highest version of themselves. We also talked about the importance of enjoying what you do, how to understand things from different perspectives, why documenting and recording your journey is important, and more. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter: @zbijelic Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter: @whatismybrain_

In this episode of WIMB, I had the pleasure of talking with Sharif Virani, an experienced entrepreneur and CMO who has founded three bootstrapped companies. He is currently the co-founder and director of marketing for Instasnacks a snack delivery company with the largest candy and snack selection available in Ottawa. I hope you enjoy this episode and learn something new from Sharif’s journey. Some other interesting topics that we talked about were how to deal with impostor syndrome, the difference between a first-time and a seasoned entrepreneur, and the importance of a personal brand. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter: @zbijelic Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter: @whatismybrain_

This week the WIMB podcast featured Yuxin Zhu, the co-founder of Replo. We had an awesome conversation about Shopify, eCommerce, and how Replo came to be and where is it going in the future. During the episode, Yuxin shared his thoughts on the differences between Squarespace and Shopify, the advantages of building a business on top of another platform, eCommerce trends, and more. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko (@zbijelic) on Twitter. Follow What is my Brain? (@whatismybrain_) on Twitter.

Another awesome episode with another awesome guest. This episode of the podcast features Wade Skalsky, a 16-year trial lawyer who left the law to pursue his passion for writing. Wade knew that he didn’t want to continue being a lawyer, so after discovering the world of digital writing, he decided to throw himself into it. He realized that he can do writing in different ways and has been helping various businesses with their email and content writing. We also talked a lot about 2 sides of Upwork, the importance of growing an email list, and many other interesting topics. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter. Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter.

This week’s episode of WIMB features an insightful conversation with Thomas Strider, a business coach for early-stage content creators and freelancers. We had a pretty cool discussion about topics such as the impact that writing has on people, the importance of getting enough rest, how to deal with negative comments online, personal branding and more. Check out the episode if you want to listen to the whole conversation. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter. Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter.

This week's episode features another amazing guest Christine Carrillo. She is a CEO coach and a serial entrepreneur with 3 businesses under her belt. Christine’s upbringing was far from ideal. She grew up in an abusive household and had to become self-sufficient at an early age. She learned how to adapt to chaos and even thrive in it. She mentioned that developing the ability to handle a chaotic environment led her to where she is now. We also talked about things like the advantages of running a smaller business, differentiating between a founder's and a company’s identities, how to overcome being publicly attacked, and more. -------- Click here to stay in the loop: www.zlatkobijelic.com/links Follow Zlatko on Twitter. Follow What is my Brain? on Twitter.