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CreatorsMBAUnlocking Creative Potential: Google's 20% Rule and the Power of ExperimentationIn this episode, Sachit Gupta explores the importance of fostering creativity and experimentation in both personal and professional settings. He shares valuable insights on:
What You Will Learn
(00:00) The 80/20 rule at Google and its impact on innovation
(00:41) Balancing core work with experimentation for creators
(01:39) Overcoming perfectionism in the creative process
(02:37) The "pottery class" experiment and quantity vs. quality
(03:36) Using the 60-minute journaling technique for problem-solving
(04:38) The power of collaborative creativity and idea refinement
Key Insights
1. Google's 20% time policy led to significant product innovations
2. Creators should balance core work with experimentation to avoid stagnation
3. Perfectionism can hinder creativity; focus on...
2024-10-0206 min
CreatorsMBAUnusual Habits of Creative Geniuses: Mozart's Daily Symphony of Creativity and DisciplineUncover the fascinating daily routine of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the prodigious composer who shaped classical music. From his early morning start to his late-night compositions, explore how Mozart orchestrated his day for maximum musical output and career growth.
Key Points:
Mozart's day began at 6 AM, starting with meticulous grooming
Early mornings were dedicated to focused composition in silence
He mentored violin students and attended client consultations by 9 AM
Mozart owned a pet starling, an unusual companion for a composer
Late nights were spent composing, believing every moment was an opportunity for creation
Notable Quote:
"For...
2024-09-3000 min
CreatorsMBAMastering Creative CollaborationIn this episode, Sachit Gupta discusses building and managing creative teams effectively. He shares insights on fostering seamless communication, supercharging brainstorming sessions, and implementing training methods to boost team creativity.
What You Will Learn
(00:00) How the best teams cultivate desirable habits
(02:00) Building creative telepathy within a team
(03:42) The fastest way to improve in sales
(04:28) The power of "Yes, And" in creative collaboration
(05:19) Understanding the fragility of ideas in the creative process
(05:40) Lessons from Google's innovation culture
Sachit offers valuable insights for creators and team leaders looking to enhance their creative output and collaboration. Whether you're managing a creative team...
2024-09-2909 min
CreatorsMBARuth Soukup: Building a Multi-Million Dollar Business Without Selling Your SoulIn this episode, Sachit Gupta interviews Ruth Soukup, founder of Elite Blog Academy and CEO of Ruth Soukup Omnimedia. Ruth shares her journey of growing a multi-million dollar company from scratch while maintaining integrity.
What You Will Learn
(00:00) Introduction to Ruth Soukup and her business journey
(05:23) Traits of a visionary creative leader
(12:47) Maximizing your relationship with a business integrator
(21:35) Building successful products that serve your audience
(35:18) Leveraging AI for content creation ethically
(48:52) Scaling a business while staying true to your values
Ruth offers invaluable insights for creators looking to build...
2024-09-271h 19
CreatorsMBAUnusual Habits of Creative Geniuses: Pablo Picasso & The Nocturnal Rhythm of a Modern MasterDiscover the surprising daily routine of Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. From his late start to his buzzing midnight studio, learn how Picasso structured his day for maximum creativity and social engagement.
Key Points
1. Picasso's day typically began around noon
2. Afternoons were spent leisurely reading, entertaining visitors, or exploring cities
3. Serious studio work started after 2 PM and continued late into the night
4. His creative process was fueled by simple foods: coffee, bread, and fruit
5. Picasso's studio became...
2024-09-2300 min
CreatorsMBAHow to Take Advantage of the Creator Economy in 2025In this insightful episode, Sachit explores the evolving landscape of the creator economy, examining how the lines between talent and expertise are blurring.
He discusses the historical context of the creator economy, its current state, and exciting predictions for its future in 2025.
Sachit delves into monetization strategies, the impact of AI, and how creators can position themselves for success in this rapidly changing digital ecosystem.
Quotes:
- "What's now starting to happen is these worlds are starting to merge. There's an interesting phenomena where as you get to the top of...
2024-09-2015 min
CreatorsMBABrian Moran on The Secrets of Selling More, Growing Fast, and Stressing Less as a Digital CreatorOn this week's episode, Sachit (@sachitgupta) sits down with Brian Moran (@brianmoran13) to discuss what digital creators must do to successfully build, operate, scale, and monetize their online businesses.
Brian is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at SamCart, an e-commerce platform for creators. SamCart helps you create beautiful sites that showcase your products, convert more visitors into customers, and increase the value of each purchase.
Tune in to hear Brian reveal what it takes to make millions from a small audience, how to maximize the lifetime value of your customer, ways to become extremely good at creating content...
2024-09-1840 min
CreatorsMBAUnusual Habits of Creative Geniuses: Frida Kahlo & The Daily Rhythm of an Iconic ArtistExplore the daily life of Frida Kahlo, one of Mexico's most renowned artists. This episode delves into Kahlo's routine, revealing how she balanced her artistic practice with chronic pain and a vibrant social life.
Key aspects of Kahlo's day:
Morning ritual of carefully chosen, colorful attire
Painting sessions, often from a specially designed bed due to health issues
Afternoon gardening at her Blue House (Casa Azul)
Caring for a diverse collection of pets, including monkeys and deer
Evening gatherings with artists, intellectuals, and political figures
Nightcap of tequila
Discover how Kahlo's daily habits informed her...
2024-09-1600 min
CreatorsMBAUnusual Habits of Creative Geniuses EP 1: Beethoven's 60 Coffee Bean RitualDiscover how this odd habit fueled a musical legacy—and what it means for modern creators.
Tune in for bite-sized creative wisdom to level up your craft.
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2024-09-1001 min
Build In Public PodcastTop Strategies On Marketing And Launching (feat. Sachit Gupta)Welcome to another episode of the Build In Public Podcast.Today's episode features Sachit Gupta - founder of Platforms Media, a company that offers services to help podcasters grow their audiences and monetize their showsHe has worked on campaigns with top podcasters like Andrew Warner (Mixergy), #1 NYT best-selling authors (Tim Ferriss, Seth Godin, Oren Klaff), and international sports stars (Rohit Sharma, Indian Cricket Team) and moreIn this interview, Sachit and KP give a masterclass on podcast and marketing, focusing on topics such as:● Intro (00:00)● What captured Sachit’s interest into doing p...
2023-10-1757 min