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Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceEmbracing Midlife: Wisdom, Growth, and Reinvention With Chip ConleyChip Conley is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Modern Elder Academy (MEA), the world's first "midlife wisdom school" dedicated to career and life transitions. At 26, he founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality, transforming it into the second-largest boutique hotel brand in the US. In 2013, Chip joined Airbnb as Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, mentoring its founders and shaping its culture. He is also a sought-after keynote speaker and prolific author, with several influential books to his name, including Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder and his latest bestseller, Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets...2025-03-0735 min
Revolutionize Your Retirement RadioLearning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age with Dorian Mintzer and Chip ConleySend us a textIt is time to reframe how we think about midlife, the transition period of life between young adulthood and old age, as not a "crisis" but a chrysalis - where a profound transformation happens. In his book, Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age, Chip Conley offers an alternative narrative to the way we commonly think of our 40s and beyond, and reminds us that life begins at 50 with the best of our days still ahead of us.He began exploring the physical, emotional, mental, vocational, and...2025-02-1151 min
LeadovationChip Conley: Midlife Reinvention BlueprintAbout Chip Conley:Chip Conley is a renowned entrepreneur, best-selling author, and dynamic speaker celebrated for his innovative approach to leadership and hospitality. He founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality, transforming a single boutique hotel into the second-largest boutique hotel brand in the United States. In 2013, he joined Airbnb as Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, mentoring its Millennial founders and guiding the company to become the world’s most valuable hospitality brand. Inspired by his own midlife journey and experiences, Chip co-founded the Modern Elder Academy (MEA) in 2018, the world’s first midlife wisdom school. Located in Baja...2025-01-2848 min
Grey Matter with Michael KrasnyViable Hospitality and Valuable Wisdom from Hotelier Chip ConleyMichael Krasny began this episode with author, hotelier and long-time wisdom seeker Chip Conley, who was in Baja, talking about the terrible fires in Los Angeles and what if any lessons can be learned from them. They spoke of wisdom seeking and Conley of the metaphor for our lives of a rental car as well as his ongoing struggle with cancer, which he calls his teacher. Krasny brought up wrong headed views of cancer that place too much blame on the individual self and they spoke of environmental and so-called lifestyle effects tied to it and then proceeded to...2025-01-161h 06
The Conscious Hospitality PodcastEpisode 37 - Chip ConleyEpisode 37: Redefining Leadership, Midlife, and Hospitality – A Conversation with Chip Conley
This week on The Conscious Hospitality Podcast, host David Arraya welcomes Chip Conley, an iconic entrepreneur, best-selling author, and thought leader who has transformed the worlds of hospitality, leadership, and aging.
Chip is the visionary founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, where he grew a single boutique hotel into the second-largest boutique hotel brand in the U.S. He later joined Airbnb as Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, mentoring the company’s millennial founders while embodying the role...2024-12-301h 01
Tom Bilyeu's Mindset PlaybookRethinking Midlife: How to Find A New Purpose | Chip ConleyChip Conley is the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, an advisor to Airbnb and the author of 5 books, including his most recent work; Wisdom at Work: The Making of a Modern Elder https://amzn.to/2FGPUAI. In this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, he talks about wisdom, curiosity, and what it means to live a good life as you age. [Original Air Date: Feb 5, 2019]SHOW NOTES: How Chip Conley lived and died 9 times within a 90 minute period [2:24] ...2024-11-2151 min
Life in Transition PodcastHow to Reimagine Midlife with Chip ConleyWhat if midlife is not a crisis, but a chrysalis for transformation?This compelling question drives the conversation in this episode of Life in Transition with guest Chip Conley, best-selling author, hospitality entrepreneur, and founder of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA). Chip, who has navigated his own midlife challenges—including a near-death experience and redefining his identity—shares profound insights on how midlife can be a time of renewal and reinvention, rather than a period of crisis.At age 50, after building a highly successful boutique hotel company, Chip faced a turbulent period where his personal and...2024-11-0738 min
Over the Back FenceChip Conley - From a Near Death Experience to Rebooting his Life to Help Others to Thrive in Midlife with Wisdom and the Modern Elder AcademyThis week Nicola and Di chat with the wise and inspiring Chip Conley. Chip is an entrepreneur, speaker and New York Times best-selling author. Chip spent the first part of his career in the hospitality industry - he founded Joie de Vivre Hospitality in 1987, which became the 2nd largest operator of boutique hotels in the US. After selling his company in 2010, Chip went on to become the global head of strategy for Airbnb, transforming it from a fast-growing start-up to the world’s most valuable hospitality brand. His next step was to follow his new passion to reframe the co...2024-11-0331 min
The Jen Marples Show for Midlife WomenLearning to Love Midlife with Chip Conley, New York Times Bestselling AuthorThe Jen Marples Show episode 182 is here!Listen up, ladies! Today we have a MAN on the podcast! For the first time in three years! So, I’m thrilled to welcome Chip Conley, author of Learning to Love Midlife, and the founder and CEO of the Modern Elder Academy to the show! Chip rocks my world with all he’s doing to support us midlifers and I’m so honored to have him as a guest today! This conversation is sure to change your life and spur you into action. Chip is a true trailblazer for rebr...2024-10-1748 min
hol+ by Dr. TazEp 2 “Windows Open” Redefining Midlife with Chip ConleyIn this enlightening episode of The Midlife Truth Project, our guest Chip Conley shares his inspiring journey and insights into the often misunderstood phase of midlife. Discussing the importance of creating a roadmap for midlife, he delves into the concept of 'middle essence' and the transitions we face during this period. Chip recalls his personal experiences, including serious struggles and transformative moments, and how they led him to establish The Modern Elder Academy, the world’s first midlife wisdom school. This conversation explores the cultural biases around aging, the importance of a growth mindset, and the practical steps for op...2024-10-081h 00hol+ by Dr. TazEp 2 “Windows Open” Redefining Midlife with Chip ConleyIn this enlightening episode of The Midlife Truth Project, our guest Chip Conley shares his inspiring journey and insights into the often misunderstood phase of midlife. Discussing the importance of creating a roadmap for midlife, he delves into the concept of 'middle essence' and the transitions we face during this period. Chip recalls his personal experiences, including serious struggles and transformative moments, and how they led him to establish The Modern Elder Academy, the world’s first midlife wisdom school. This conversation explores the cultural biases around aging, the importance of a growth mindset, and the practical steps for op...2024-10-081h 00
Halftime with Jon11: Add 7 Years To Your Life – Midlife Lessons & Inspiration with NYT Best-Selling Author Chip ConleyGuest: Chip Conley, Founder of the Modern Elder AcademyShow SummaryJoin us for an inspiring journey into midlife transformation with Chip Conley, founder of Modern Elder Academy and author of Learning to Love Midlife. Listen in as Chip shares how maintaining energy, curiosity, and openness to new experiences can position us as role models and leaders. Reflecting on Carol Dweck's growth mindset, Chip emphasizes the importance of wisdom over mere knowledge in midlife. Discover his personal practice of documenting life lessons in a "wisdom book" and learn how metabolizing life experiences into...2024-10-0133 min
The Midlife Truth ProjectEp. 2 - “Windows Open” Redefining Midlife with Chip ConleyIn this enlightening episode of The Midlife Truth Project, our guest Chip Conley shares his inspiring journey and insights into the often misunderstood phase of midlife. Discussing the importance of creating a roadmap for midlife, he delves into the concept of 'middle essence' and the transitions we face during this period. Chip recalls his personal experiences, including serious struggles and transformative moments, and how they led him to establish The Modern Elder Academy, the world’s first midlife wisdom school. This conversation explores the cultural biases around aging, the importance of a growth mindset, and the practical steps for op...2024-09-251h 00
Life is a FestivalChip Conley: Midlife is also a FestivalYou know those pithy BuzzFeed listicles about being too old for music festivals? Well, the idea is rather silly. Festivals are multi-generational celebrations where children with glittering faces play alongside elders who share their wisdom. The adventure of a festival is enriched by all ages, much like how our lives are enriched by various stages and transformations. Today's episode is special because we have a returning guest, my longtime friend and mentor, Chip Conley. I used to work with Chip on Fest300, an online guide to the world's best festivals. Chip's latest book, "Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why...2024-07-1952 min
ScaleX™ Insider PodcastChip Conley - Midlife crisis is bullsh*t: Reinvent yourself or die tryingIn today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're honoured to welcome Chip Conley, a trailblazing hospitality entrepreneur, bestselling author, and business rebel. In this episode, Chip explains why a midlife crisis is bullsh*t and explores how defining limits define success in business. He shares strategies on thriving after retirement, emphasises the importance of letting go and moving forward, and offers insights into overcoming scaling challenges. Chip also reveals the art of simplifying life after 50, the transformative power of intense curiosity, and reflects on turning pain into purpose, showcasing why life gets better after 50. Through captivating stories and practical wisdom...2024-07-101h 09ScaleX™ Insider PodcastChip Conley - Midlife crisis is bullsh*t: Reinvent yourself or die tryingIn today's episode of ScaleX Insider, we're honoured to welcome Chip Conley, a trailblazing hospitality entrepreneur, bestselling author, and business rebel. In this episode, Chip explains why a midlife crisis is bullsh*t and explores how defining limits define success in business. He shares strategies on thriving after retirement, emphasises the importance of letting go and moving forward, and offers insights into overcoming scaling challenges. Chip also reveals the art of simplifying life after 50, the transformative power of intense curiosity, and reflects on turning pain into purpose, showcasing why life gets better after 50. Through captivating stories and practical wisdom...2024-07-101h 09
Flow RadioUnleashing Flow in Business with Chip ConleyIn this episode of Flow Radio, we dive deep into the intersection of positive psychology and business with the legendary hotelier and entrepreneur Chip Conley. Chip shares his journey from founding Joie de Vivre Hospitality to becoming the Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy for Airbnb and his creation of the Modern Elder Academy. Discover how Chip leveraged concepts from Abraham Maslow, Carol Dweck, and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi to revolutionize employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and investor relations through the power of meaning, purpose, and flow. Tune in to learn practical strategies for integrating these ideas into your own business and...2024-06-2547 min
Resonate | Conversations & Life Lessons from Rancho La Puerta04. Transition, Transformation, and Timeless Wisdom in Midlife with Chip ConleyMake sure to mention the code PODCAST when making your next reservation and enjoy 15% off on new bookings for 7-night stays in 2025.Applicable towards new reservations only. Not combinable with other offers. On space-available basis. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Booking must be made by December 27, 2025.In this enlightening episode of Resonate, we sit down with the incredible Chip Conley, founder of an impressive number of boutique hotels and the Modern Elder Academy. Chip takes us through his remarkable journey from hotelier to becoming a mentor at Airbnb, and now, empowering others through his...2024-06-1034 min
Scaling Up Business with Bill GallagherEmbracing Wisdom In A Digital Age with Chip ConleyHow can entrepreneurs and business owners avoid getting bogged down in the doom and gloom of midlife? How can they reframe this phase of life as an opportunity for wisdom and growth? In this episode, Bill and his guest explore coping with uncertainty, consciously curating your life, and the need for modern elders to be curious and wise. Today’s guest is Chip Conley, a hospitality disrupter, bestselling author, and the co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy, a “midlife wisdom school” that helps people get unstuck and cultivate purpose. Key topics...2024-06-0553 min
Changing WorkMr. Midlife's Masterclass: Reinventing Yourself in Your 40s, 50s, and 60s with Chip ConleyChip Conley, celebrated author and founder of the Modern Elder Academy, shares transformative insights on embracing midlife. With a focus on overturning the negative stereotypes associated with this life stage, Conley discusses how midlife can be a period of significant personal growth and reinvention. From overcoming crises through wisdom and curiosity to leveraging one's experiences as stepping stones to greater fulfillment, Conley provides compelling arguments and practical advice for making the midlife years vibrant and meaningful. This episode is not just a discussion; it's a call to reimagine what your middle years can be.Chapters:00:00:00 Embracing...2024-06-0425 min
Travel Trends with Dan ChristianSpecial Hospitality Series: Chip Conley on Luxury Travel and Aging GracefullySend us a textIntroducing Our Special Hospitality Series in Partnership with Forbes Travel GuideWe're thrilled to kick off our new special podcast series in collaboration with Forbes Travel Guides, focusing on the incredible world of luxury hospitality that was showcased at their 'Summit' event in Las Vegas.Our First Guest Spotlight: Chip ConleyTo launch this series, we had the pleasure of sitting down with industry legend Chip Conley. From his illustrious career as a creator of the boutique hotel movement, to taking...2024-05-2525 min
The Tech Leader's PlaybookFormer Head of Strategy At AirBnB on Overcoming The Midlife Crisis With Chip ConleyChip Conley, a visionary leader in the hospitality industry, shares his journey from founding a boutique hotel company to redefining the guest experience at Airbnb. He then discusses his transition to creating the Modern Elder Academy, a midlife wisdom school. Chip emphasizes the importance of intergenerational collaboration and the need to create workplaces that value the contributions of all generations. He also highlights the lessons he learned from Airbnb, including the importance of focus and understanding customer needs. In this conversation, Chip Conley discusses the concept of midlife and how it is often associated with crisis. He explains that...2024-05-2242 min
Real Personal Branding Podcast - Business Building for Keynote Speakers, Personal Brand, Personal Development, Coaches, Consultants, and Entrepreneurs“Rebranding” Midlife with Chip ConleyOn today’s Real Personal Branding podcast, Lauren interviews Chip Conley about rebranding midlife and his new book, Learning to Love Midlife. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, Chip co-founded MEA (Modern Elder Academy) in January 2018 in Baja California, Mexico. MEA is the world's first “midlife wisdom school,” with a campus opening on a 2,600-acre regenerative horse ranch in Santa Fe, New Mexico in April 2024. Dedicated to reframing aging, MEA supports students to navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. A New York Times bestselling author, Chip’s seventh book, Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Get...2024-05-0239 min
Cracking Open with Molly CarrollEpisode 61: Chip Conley on Learning to Love Midlife and Adding Years to Your LifeThere are days when I feel fantastic about being 53 years old. Maybe I've gone for a run, delved into an article about AI and understood more than half of it, or shared laughs with friends reminiscent of my teenage years.Then there are those other days when I glance in the mirror and notice more wrinkles, or when my husband suggests going to see a band and I decline because I'd rather be in my pajamas by 8 pm. Truth be told!So when I discovered Chip Conley, today's guest on Cracking Open and...2024-05-0248 min
The Psychedelic PodcastChip Conley - Becoming Modern Elders: From Midlife ‘Crisis’ to ‘Chrysalis’In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, host Paul F. Austin welcomes Chip Conley, founder of the Modern Elder Academy, to discuss reframing aging and building regenerative communities. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-245-chip-conley/?ref=250 Chip delves into the importance of aging with gratitude in this conversation and shares his journey of creating a midlife wisdom school. Chip also highlights the value of intergenerational collaboration and its impact during his time at Airbnb. He explores how indigenous wisdom influences the academy's approach and discusses how psychedelics can aid...2024-04-3057 min
Well Beyond 40Embracing the Power of Midlife: Wisdom and Wellness with Chip ConleyIn this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Chip Conley, founder of the Modern Elder Academy and author of Learning to Love Midlife: 12 Reasons Why Life Gets Better with Age. Chip shares his insights on embracing the power of midlife and reframing the way we think about aging. We dive into the concept of the "modern elder" and how combining curiosity and wisdom can lead to a more fulfilling life. Chip introduces the idea of "middle essence," the midlife equivalent of adolescence, and shares strategies for navigating this transformative period. He also discusses the three stages of...2024-04-2445 min
4-Quarter LivesChip Conley: Loving MidlifeChip Conley is on a midlife mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the U.S., and then as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel, Conley co-founded MEA (Modern Elder Academy) in January 2018 in Baja California, Mexico. Inspired by his experience of intergenerational mentoring as a ‘modern elder’ at Airbnb, where his guidance was instrumental to the company’s extraordinary transformation from fast-growing start-up to the world’s most valuable hospitality brand, MEA is the world's fi...2024-03-2039 min
London Writers' Salon#98: Chip Conley — Why Life Gets Better With Age, Creativity in Midlife, Role of Newsletters and Blogs, Creating Ideal Conditions for WritingNew York Times bestselling author Learning to Love Midlife on why life gets better with age, midlife as a chrysalis & awakening and how we can create the ideal condition for a Creative Life.*ABOUT CHIP CONLEYChip Conley is on a mission. After disrupting the hospitality industry twice, first as the founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality, the second-largest operator of boutique hotels in the world, and then as Airbnb’s Head of Global Hospitality and Strategy, leading a worldwide revolution in travel, Conley co-founded Modern Elder Academy, the first-ever ‘midlife wisdom school,’ in Jan...2024-03-1056 min
Tango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima: Modern Elder Academy founder Chip ConleyBRAVO ZULU
Host Stacy Persall welcomes her two new co-hosts, Joe Worley and Adam Marr to their first episode, which the trio kicks off with celebration of three American Legion Posts who are making big differences in their local communities.
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Successful hospitality entrepreneur and bestselling author Chip Conley is on a quest to reframe our relationship with aging. He founded the Modern Elder Academy with a mission to foster intergenerational mentoring as a ‘modern elder.’
Conley talks about his experience as a 'modern elder' at AirBnB, how he embraces mid-life and how thes...2024-03-051h 08
Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience After Physical Trauma Through Kintsugi Mindfulness#110 | Embracing Midlife: Chip Conley's Journey of Resilience, Mindfulness, and TransformationIn this episode, I chat with another like-hearted human, Chip Conley. What could happen if we shifted our perspective of mid-life? We no longer see it as a crisis petri dish of broken relationships and trying to reclaim our youth with a red-hot sports car but as this beautiful moment of rebirth. I’m so grateful for the work Chip is doing, especially as he battles cancer. He’s putting a wonderful ripple into the world and making a difference along the way.Chip's Personal Midlife Journey:An intimate look into Chip Conley's own midlife experiences, incl...2024-01-231h 00
Passport to Everywhere with Melissa Biggs BradleyThe Future of Travel: Chip Conley on Wisdom, Aging & the Modern Elder AcademyBestselling author and hospitality entrepreneur Chip Conley founded the Modern Elder Academy to change the way we think about aging and happiness, and to help people navigate through midlife. The Modern Elder Academy (MEA) has gained international attention for its campus in Baja attracting midlife seekers from around the world with guest teachers like Richard Rhor, Michael Franti and Pico Iyer. Chip’s goal is to help others reimagine their lives and discover how to work through transitions, cultivate purpose and own wisdom through experiential curriculums, workshops and wellness retreats. MEA is opening a Santa Fe campus next March....2023-09-2856 min
Keeping the Well in Well-thyBetter Midlife Transitions With Chip ConleyHave you, or any of your acquaintances, ever experienced what many would perceive as a midlife crisis? Whether it manifests as a bold change in hairstyle, a shift in career trajectory, or an unexpected yearning for relocation, we all encounter moments of breakthrough that have the potential to reshape the course of our lives.In this episode, join Barbara Archer and renowned author and speaker, Chip Conley, as they explore the transformative power of what many perceive as a midlife crisis. These are the moments that compel us to change our hairstyle, career path, or even seek...2023-07-1353 min
It’s OK That You’re Not OK with Megan DevineWhat’s It All For? Loss and Meaning In Midlife with Chip ConleyMidlife has a lot of messy stuff in it: divorce, the death of your parents, menopause, health scares, empty nests, career changes, feeling increasingly irrelevant - “midlife” has terrible branding, according to author, modern elder, hospitality expert, and CEO and co-founder of Modern Elder Academy Chip Conley. What if midlife (and beyond) could include an ever deepening sense of self and more satisfying connections - right alongside all that cascading loss? Chip and Megan start out talking about midlife, and wind their way to the power of telling the truth about your own...2023-05-2947 min
Listening on PurposeChip Conley on How to Cultivate Your Wisdom, Learn to Love Midlife, and Have Empowered Relationships Across GenerationsWhether you're 28, 88, or somewhere in the middle, wouldn't you love it if your life came with operating instructions for aging? With great optimism and a generous sense of respect, Chip Conley (CEO and Co-Founder of Modern Elder Academy) lays out what's long been misunderstood about our 40s, 50s, and 60s and reasons why your life can get better with age. If it's any indication of how much this chat hit home for me, I felt it necessary to I bare my soul in the first few minutes. I hope this resonates with you as deeply as it...2023-05-0953 min
The Human Upgrade with Dave AspreyHow to Navigate Mid-life Transitions as a Modern Elder – Chip Conley, MBALearn how to expand your wisdom, cultivate a generous culture, invest in mentorship, and thrive in relationships as a leader.Chip Conley, MBA, talks with Dave in Austin about the concept of wisdom, transcending age boundaries, and the importance of writing down life lessons. He firmly believes that curiosity is the elixir of life.He also explores the paradigm shift in company culture, where focusing on “cultural add” rather than “cultural fit” can foster innovation and diversity. Drawing on his experience that propelled Airbnb’s success, Chip uncovers how Airbnb maintains its strong cultural focus through cu...2023-04-281h 06
Fascinating EntrepreneursChip Conley’s Joie de Vivre to the Modern Elder Academy Ep. 115Chip Conley joined the tiny tech start-up Airbnb nearly a decade ago after a successful career as a boutique hotel company founder and CEO. He was twice the age of the average Airbnb employee which earned him the title "Airbnb's Modern Elder" who was as curious as he was wise. As the internal mentor to the young Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky, Chip got to see the value of intergenerational collaboration in a company that has now grown to be the most valuable hospitality company in the world. His bestselling book "Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder" is...2023-04-1226 min
The Dream Beyond with Nik TarascioTrusting Your Gut Instinct with Chip ConleyThe more you can get clear on your own personal form of fulfillment, the less likely you will compare yourself to others. And one of the ways to get really clear about what you want is by being vulnerable. These are some of the golden nuggets I got from Chip Conley during our conversation. Chip Conley is a New York Times bestselling author and two times disruptor of the hospitality industry. When he was only 26 years old, he founded Joie de Vivre, which turned out to be the second-largest boutique hotel brand in America. In 2013, he became H...2023-01-2533 min
A Little More GoodWisdom from a Modern Elder with Chip ConleyHello Friends,We are so excited to share today's episode! We sat down with Chip Conley to take in his wisdom on leveling up as we age up, and becoming a modern elder! Chip has been described as a "Rebel hospitality entrepreneur" and is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, disruptor, and keeper of much wisdom.We first discovered Chip via the Rich Roll podcast and immediately became fascinated by his work and his purpose in life. One of the things we deeply admire about Chip is his reframing of "middle age"...2023-01-241h 13
The Experience Strategy PodcastThe Modern Elder of Experience Strategy with Chip ConleyChip Conley, legendary hotelier, was dubbed the Modern Elder at Airbnb because he was twice the age of the average Airbnb employee and as curious as he was wise. As the internal mentor to the young Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky, Chip got to see the value of intergenerational collaboration in a company that has now grown to be the most valuable hospitality company in the world. His bestselling book "Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder" is a testament to rethinking the value of having 5 generations in the workplace and why more companies are doing their best to...2023-01-1847 min
The Experience Strategy PodcastThe Modern Elder of Experience Strategy with Chip ConleyChip Conley, legendary hotelier, was dubbed the Modern Elder at Airbnb because he was twice the age of the average Airbnb employee and as curious as he was wise. As the internal mentor to the young Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky, Chip got to see the value of intergenerational collaboration in a company that has now grown to be the most valuable hospitality company in the world. His bestselling book "Wisdom@Work: The Making of a Modern Elder" is a testament to rethinking the value of having 5 generations in the workplace and why more companies are doing their best to...2023-01-1847 min
From Start-Up to Grown-Up#33: Chip Conley, Founder at Modern Elder Academy — Using regret as fuel; how and why founders need to shift their identities; how to manage people older than you; and his favorite interview questionChip is the founder of the Modern Elder Academy (MEA), where a new roadmap for midlife is offered at a beautiful oceanfront campus in Baja California Sur, Mexico, and forthcoming campuses in Santa Fe, NM. His five books have made him a leading authority at the intersection of psychology and business. Chip had tons of wisdom to share in this talk, including how to use regret as fuel for the future, what founders can learn when they shift their identities, how to manage people older than you, what Chip learned from the people that he mentored, and h...2023-01-051h 13
The Rose WomanFresh, Wise, Fully Alive: The Modern Elder with Chip ConleyJoining us today is Modern Elder Academy’s founder, Chip Conley. Their purpose is to build a community of inspired and empowered midlifers. Chip shares his vision and wisdom for people to be curious in still learning and finding their purpose.In this episode, we cover:The Modern Elder AcademyWhat is the Metabolized Experience?Thoughts on the relationship to AgingPrograms to try in the Academy New book: Learning to Love MidlifeChanges in the brain as we ageCo-founders in MEATips on how to cultivate curiosityHelpful Links:Chip Con...2022-12-0137 min
The Courageous Podcast with Ryan BermanChip Conley - Founder of Modern Elder Academy10 years ago, when the founders of Airbnb asked Chip Conley to be their mentor, he had his doubts. He could not see his place at a young-blooded tech start-up where the average employee was half his age. But Chip is not one to back down from a challenge, and with the help of Airbnb co-founder Brian Chesky, he began embracing his new role as a “Modern Elder”. Chip is a self-proclaimed Zeitgeist Surfer, a rebel hospitality entrepreneur, a bestselling author, and the Founder of Modern Elder Academy, the world’s first midlife wisdom school that helps people cultivate and harvest t...2022-10-1253 min
Unlock Your Potential with Jeff LernerThe Unexpected Truth About Having A Midlife Crisis | CHIP CONLEY | Unlock Your Potential #223In this episode, I chat with Chip Conley, founder and CEO of Modern Elder Academy, NYT Best Selling Author, founder of the chain boutique hotels Joie de Vivre, and former head of Hospitality and Strategy at Airbnb.
This episode unpacks the unexpected truth about having a midlife crisis by touching on the "modern elder" concept, midlife crises, and perspective shifts about aging.
In the first half of his life, Chip started a chain of boutique hotels called "Joie de Vivre." Eventually, Chip experienced a midlife crisis where he almost died from an allergic reaction to a...2022-10-1254 min
Revolutionize Your Retirement RadioThe Making of a Modern Elder with Dorian Mintzer and Chip ConleySend us a textEpisode Guest: Chip Conley, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, and founder of the Modern Elder AcademyEpisode Description: At age 52, after selling the company he founded and ran as CEO for 24 years, rebel boutique hotelier Chip Conley was looking at an open horizon in midlife. Then he received a call from the young founders of Airbnb, asking him to help grow their disruptive start-up into a global hospitality giant. He had the industry experience, but Conley was lacking in the digital fluency of his 20-something colleagues...2022-03-221h 07