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Ace of PentaclesEp. 20 | The College of Extraordinary Experiences with Claus RaastedClaus Raasted helps organizations both big and small become better at GETTING S**T DONE. He also serves as Director of the College of Extraordinary Experiences. He travels the globe as a keynote speaker, and has been both a Coach and Senior Advisor at the consulting giant McKinsey. Raasted is the author of 46 books, the latest of which is fittingly titled “Claus Raasted’s Little Book of Getting Shit Done”. He also has a past in reality TV, but these days, who hasn't? Last year, Sara attended the College of Extraordinary Experiences. She met many very cool people...2025-07-1350 min
The Human Risk PodcastClaus Raasted on Getting Shit DoneWhy is getting shit done so hard, and what can we do about it?Episode Summary Getting shit done isn’t just about motivation or tools, it’s about design. In this episode, I speak to Claus Raasted: consultant, author, speaker, experience designer, and someone who describes himself — with tongue firmly in cheek — as an “overpaid rockstar consultant.” But behind the flair is a deep understanding of how to remove friction, reframe work, and help people build systems that actually work for them. Claus and I talk about his Little Book of Getting Shit...2025-06-291h 10
Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank: Get Daily Insights from the Top Internet Marketers & Entrepreneurs Around the World1326: The College of Extraordinary Experiences: Escape the Perfectionist Trap and Take Action Now with Claus RaastedPerfectionism can feel like a badge of honor, but it often hides a deeper fear of being seen as not enough. You pour time and energy into every detail, hoping it’ll protect you from judgment or failure, but all it really does is keep you stuck. There’s always one more thing to fix, one more reason not to hit “go.” Eventually, progress slows to a crawl, and what started as high standards turns into quiet self-sabotage. It’s exhausting chasing an idea of success that never lets you rest.
Claus Raasted doesn’t just talk about change—he’s lived it. Afte...2025-05-2822 min
Make Tech Work: Unplugged EntrepreneursEpisode #8 - Entrepreneur Interview - Claus RaastedSummaryIn this engaging conversation, Claus Raasted shares his insights on entrepreneurship, creativity, and the importance of getting things done. He discusses the concept of 'done is better than perfect', the significance of customer feedback, and the journey of writing 46 books. Klaus also introduces the GIFT experiment, emphasizing personal branding and the value of sharing knowledge freely. He reflects on his path to entrepreneurship, the challenges of startups, and offers advice for new entrepreneurs, including the importance of accepting imperfection and learning from failures.Takeaways Done is better than perfect. Perfectionism can hinder progress. Startups should embrace...2025-04-071h 02
The Experience DesignersClaus Raasted - Imagination is your most undervalued business tool!What if life, work, and transformation were just better versions of play? In this episode, you’ll meet Claus Raasted, Experience Designer, Viking impersonator, and founder of The College of Extraordinary Experiences. From a childhood spent LARPing to advising McKinsey, Klaus shares how designing intentional, immersive worlds can lead to real-world change. Whether you're building onboarding for a sales team or a castle-based retreat, this one’s for anyone curious about how experiences can shape who we are and who we become.00:00 The Persona of Klaus Raasted03:51 Foundations of LARPing: A Journey Begins09:39 From...2025-04-0351 min
The Only ConstantEpisode #54 | Claus Raasted | Getting stuff doneIn this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Claus Raasted - author, experience designer, and perhaps the only person who's ever been both a legendary live roleplayer and a McKinsey coach. Their conversation explores what it really means to “get shit done” and how companies can embrace experimentation without losing their structure. Along the way, they cover:
Why action, experimentation, and curiosity are the foundation for making things happen
How innovation always creates tension between the dreamers and the doers - and why that’s not a bad thing
How to work with legacy instead of just trying to blow it all...2025-03-271h 28The Only ConstantEpisode #54 | Claus Raasted | Getting stuff doneIn this episode, Lasse Rindom speaks with Claus Raasted - author, experience designer, and perhaps the only person who's ever been both a legendary live roleplayer and a McKinsey coach. Their conversation explores what it really means to “get shit done” and how companies can embrace experimentation without losing their structure. Along the way, they cover:
Why action, experimentation, and curiosity are the foundation for making things happen
How innovation always creates tension between the dreamers and the doers - and why that’s not a bad thing
How to work with legacy instead of just trying to blow it all...2025-03-271h 28
The Black Belt in LeadershipGetting Things Done with Claus RaastedIn this episode of The Black Belt in Leadership, host Aslak de Silva sits down with Claus Raasted—a creative powerhouse who has authored 46 books, organized over 1,000 events, and delivered 100 keynotes in just 100 days. Together, they dive into the art of getting things done in a world where action is the ultimate advantage.From making tough decisions to embracing experimentation, Claus shares his philosophy on building a bias for action, overcoming perfectionism, and staying inspired in the face of uncertainty. Along the way, they explore why failure is a stepping stone to success, how leaders can balance fe...2025-01-2141 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#027 - Restaurant with 2-pound fork fee, memorable client experience & value perception (with Ana Karina Araque)Today’s Guest: Ana Karina Araque | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-karina-araque-147970b/2024-07-0151 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#026 - Getting out of debt, the power of comparison & Disney Hotel (with Victor Van Doorn)Today’s Guest: Victor Van Doorn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorvdoorn/2024-06-2741 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#025 - Trust in feedback, speaker training & unmasking the truth (with Iryna Oleksiuk)Today’s Guest: Iryna Oleksiuk | https://www.linkedin.com/in/iryna-oleksiuk/2024-06-2454 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#024 - Creating value beyond payment, delegation with trust & attracting speaking engagements (with Elina Jutelyte)Today’s Guest: Elina Jutelyte | https://www.linkedin.com/in/elina-jutelyte/2024-06-2046 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#023 - Developing unique value propositions, crafting sellable products & understanding client needs (with Livia Ivanovici)Today’s Guest: Livia Ivanovici | https://www.linkedin.com/in/livia-ivanovici/2024-06-1741 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#022 - Overcoming sales challenges, effective pricing models & improving customer onboarding (with Hatla Johnsen)Today’s Guest: Hatla Johnsen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/hatla/2024-06-1351 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#021 - Starting a coaching business with purpose, balancing values with pricing & the freedom of authenticity (with Stacey Drake)Today’s Guest: Stacey Drake | https://www.linkedin.com/in/msstaceylynn/2024-06-1041 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#020 - Selling communication training, crafting irresistible offers & strategic storytelling (with Göran Hielscher)Today’s Guest: Göran Hielscher | https://www.linkedin.com/in/goeranhielscher/2024-06-0631 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#019 - Workshop modality, client acquisition & entrepreneurship insights (with Perle Laouenan-Catchpole)Today’s Guest: Perle Laouenan-Catchpole | https://www.linkedin.com/in/perlelc/2024-06-0348 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#018 - Learning new skills, the professionalism pitfall & the story of the three stonecutters (with Jon Brooks)Today's Guest: Jon Brooks | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgbrooks/2024-05-3048 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#017 - Trust, reach & co-creating events with partners (with Bruce Rosard)Today's Guest: Bruce Rosard | https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucerosard/2024-05-2740 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#016 - Making it easy to buy, broke philanthropists & sharpening edges (with Shaena Harrison)Today’s Guest: Shaena Harrison | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjenashaena/2024-05-2345 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#015 - Trust building, pricing changes & long sales cycles (with Paul Walsh)Today's Guest: Paul Walsh | https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-walsh-b729181a/2024-05-2041 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#014 - Self-sabotaging, misplaced confidence & rolling the dice (with Fernanda Ortiz Rincon)Today's Guest: Fernanda Ortiz Rincon | https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandaor/2024-05-1648 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#013 - Design opportunities, choosing audiences & making it hard on purpose (with Mathias Hvidbjerg Jørgensen)Today's Guest: Mathias Hvidbjerg Jørgensen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathias-hvidberg/2024-05-1353 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#012 - Parents, storytellers & success without selling a single book (with Matthias Grimme)Today's Guest: Matthias Grimme | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-grimme-service-design/2024-05-0944 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#011 - Professional prejudice, network as a sales force & how to get on Oprah (with Anders Skaaning Andersen)Today's Guest: Anders Skaaning Andersen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/skaanning/2024-05-0640 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#010 - First appearances, superpowers & clear pitches (with Jason Padgett)Today's Guest: Jason Padgett | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-grant-padgett/2024-05-0243 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#009 - Resource management, client expectations & creativity in business (with Iulian Dinu)Today's Guest: Iulian Dinu | https://www.linkedin.com/in/iulian-dinu-1412a359/2024-04-2944 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#008 - Ambassadors, creatives and their fear of selling & Ask Agger's Old/New matrix (with Harley Hefford)Today's Guest: Harley Hefford | https://www.linkedin.com/in/harley-hefford-1b750a80/2024-04-2546 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#007 - Innovation culture, what leaders care about & emotional challenges at work (with Alejandra Matallana Hoyos)Today's Guest: Alejandra Matallana Hoyos | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandra-matallana-hoyos-38534b14a/2024-04-2238 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#006 - Mid-career crisis, side gigs & long-term impact (with Ulrich Schmidt)Today's Guest: Ulrich Schmidt | https://www.facebook.com/ulrich.schmidt2024-04-1838 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#005 - Scaling impact, offer packaging & Indian university students (with Neil Schambra Stevens)Today's Guest: Neil Schambra Stevens | https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-schambra-stevens-mercuryjam/2024-04-1445 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#004 - Making it simple to say yes or no, reputation building & using your network (with Matt Langdon)Today's Guest: Matt Langdon | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-langdon-7a571217a/2024-04-1440 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#003 - Box ticking, Ikigai iteration & caring too much (with Devon Montgomery Pasha)Today's Guest: Devon Montgomery Pasha | https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-montgomery-pasha-28b19241/2024-04-1446 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#002 - Personal branding, doing vs being & differentiating offers (with Nicholas Gentry)Today's Guest: Nicholas Gentry | https://www.linkedin.com/in/gentrymind/2024-04-1442 min
The Innovation Coaching Podcast with Claus Raasted#001 - Rejection, Imposter Syndrome & market positioning (with Robin Baker)Today's Guest: Robin Baker | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rsjbaker/2024-04-1445 min
The Brand Called YouUnleashing Innovation By Experimenting | Claus Raasted, Overpaid Rockstar ConsultantIn this episode of the Brand Called You, Claus Raasted, a consultant and keynote speaker, discusses lessons from live-action role-playing (LARPing) and how that background translates into expertise in innovating organizational culture. He touches on his LARPing business that eventually failed, leading to significant personal debt. From those experiences, he shares insights on turning failure into fuel, revealing your true self through experimenting with identity, connecting disparate worlds to spark creativity, the power of childlike curiosity and play, and more.
About Claus Raasted
Claus is the Director of The College of Extraordinary Experiences.
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Experience University PodcastS8E2: Innovation Culture With Claus RaastedEmbark on a journey of innovation culture. Today's episode explores the concept of innovation culture with Claus Raasted, Director at The College of Extraordinary Experiences & Chief Learning Officer at Academics Academy. Raasted shares captivating insights into navigating stagnant systems and revealing the untapped opportunity space within seemingly rigid structures. Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we dive into the heart of embracing change and fostering innovation.Today we are discussing:College of Extraordinary Experiences (0:35)Experience Design as a Discipline (3:50)Innovation Culture (6:28)Navigating Stagnant Systems (10:09)Opportunity Space (12:50)Problem-Solving Process (16:12)Perception...2024-02-1631 min
Experience This! Travel Industry Insights and OpinionsMeet Claus Raasted, the founder of The College of Extraordinary ExperiencesUncover extraordinary experiences with Claus Raasted, founder of the College of Extraordinary Experiences! Explore immersive learning, bringing people together organically, radical innovation, and the future of the experiences industry.Show videos are posted on YouTube, subscribe and Like!Comments and discussions on the Experience This! LinkedIn Page (Follow us and Discuss!)Podcasts available wherever you get your podcasts:Spotify, Apple, etc. - Subscribe and rate the shows.2023-10-1942 min
Work For HumansThe Art of Transformation: Experience Design for Transformative Experiences | Claus Raasted and Paul BulenceaClaus Raasted and Paul Bulencea are dedicated to the art of transformation. Their immersive 5-day event, known as the College of Extraordinary Experiences, unites a diverse array of individuals from esteemed voice talent show judges to 16th-generation Samurais. Together, they strive to empower ordinary people, fostering personal growth and a profound level of self-awareness. Through their expertise, Claus and Paul have become accomplished design professionals, inspiring organizational transformations within companies that push employees and individuals to new heights.Claus Raasted is a Danish entrepreneur, keynote speaker, lecturer, podcaster, and transformational designer. He has spoken at over 1,000+ live...2023-08-0151 min
Casual Talks#8 CLAUS RAASTED: How to make uncertainty work for youIn this episode, we welcome Claus Raasted, a true Marketing Rockstar who’s advisor at McKinsey and director of The College of Extraordinary Experiences. He’s been called a mix of Lady Gaga, Thor and Mick Jagger. So get ready for a fresh take on marketing innovation in uncertain times. You’re in for a ride.
2023-04-2421 min
First Chair: PSIA-AASI Podcast03.27.23: Claus Raasted on the Guest Experience and #interski2023First Chair catches up with Interski Opening Ceremony Keynote Speaker Claus Raasted who shares his insight on the guest experience in the snowsports industry. Listen to get tips on how to build a stronger connection with your students so you can create positive and memorable learning experiences for your guests. The Interski 2023 theme is, “The Guest Experience is Everything.” Held every four years, the Interski Congress brings instructors together worldwide to share educational innovations and top teaching techniques.
Learn more: www.thesnowpros.org/events/interski/
Follow: #interski2023 @thesnowpros #snowpros2023-03-2715 min
human innovation - The Jens Heitland ShowEP 106: Bigger people not bigger guns - Innovation Culture Coding featuring Claus RaastedBigger people not bigger guns - Innovation Culture Coding featuring Claus RaastedWelcome to the Jens Heitland Show where I meet with experts from different fields to connect the dots of innovation and entrepreneurship.This is a special episode where I bring the Innovation Culture Coding Live show into the Jens Heitland Show.In this Live Show Vlad Gora deconstructs a fictive case The Case: Large international corporations are slowly getting disrupted by the competition. The management un...2021-09-301h 03