Amie and I discuss why art matters now, how vulnerability keeps us human amid AI perfection, and why making “shitty art” can be a brave creative act.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Jay Clouse on Creatives & Creators, The Future of Entertainment?
In this conversation, Jay and I talk about what it means to create value, why your platform choice matters, and sharing the imperfect parts of the process.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Selena Soo on Creative Careers In Crisis
In our conversation, Selena shares how we can build genuine, lasting relationships without burnout or feeling transactional.
SUMMIT TOP 5: Kylee Peña on Creativity In the Age of AI
Kylee and I dive into the real concerns many of us have about AI—and she offers a grounded, honest, and surprisingly optimistic take on what’s next.
Masterclass: Navigating the Next Act Pt2 | with Zack Arnold
In this part two of the live masterclass, I’m sharing raw, unfiltered Hot Seat coaching sessions with three creatives facing different forms of uncertainty.
Masterclass: Navigating the Next Act Pt1 | with Zack Arnold
In today’s episode, I share the live masterclass from our weeklong summit into a clear, practical roadmap for navigating your creative career.
Navigating the Future of Entertainment | with Zack Arnold
Debby and I share a sneak peek of the live summit event that will help creatives confidently navigate their careers during uncertain times.
From Five Emmys to Trader Joe’s: The Realities of Working In Hollywood In 2025 | with Mark Keefer
Mark and I have a candid conversation about staying resilient, creative, and humble when your creative identity no longer pays the bills.
What It Really Takes For Creatives to Become Successful Content Creators | with Sven Pape
Sven and I dive into Hollywood, content creation, online education, and how to stay afloat in business—even during economic downturns.
Why Optimization Isn’t the Answer (and How to Make the Most of the Four Thousand Weeks We Have) | with Oliver Burkeman
Oliver and I dive deep into why chasing productivity is a trap, how to stop waiting for life to begin “someday,” and why there might be freedom in not only accepting that we’re never going to finish our to-do lists, but ultimately we’re going to die without having accomplished all of our goals.
How to Pivot, Adapt, and Keep Going (Your Creative Career Isn’t Over) | with Lydia Hurlbut
Lydia and I explore how to manage the emotional toll of career shifts, identify the transferable skills you might be overlooking, and find your center amidst the uncertainty.
Navigating the Messy Middle of a Career Pivot | with Sandy Zimmerman
Sandy shares the mindset shifts that gave her the confidence to take the leap, along with the strategies she still relies on to overcome challenges, stay focused, and continue growing in her new career.
[Case Study] From the FBI to Editing: The Art of the Career Pivot | with Kathy Robinson
Kathy opens up about the fears she had to overcome to pursue a completely new career and how she found her “tribe” through the Optimizer community.
[CASE STUDY] How to Diversify Your Creative Skills and Experience to Build Multiple Income Streams | with Krysia Szyszlo
Krysia highlights the parallels between dating, networking, and job hunting, offering practical advice and fresh perspectives that resonate across both personal and professional journeys.
The Dumpster Fire of 2024, Predictions for 2025, and The Future of Creativity | with Zack Arnold
I, Zack Arnold, the usual host of Optimize Yourself, step into the guest seat to give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what 2024 was like for me and my team.