Worldviews and Business Artists A worldview is simply how we 'view the world'—our lens is shaped by our experiences, beliefs, and biases. In a recent blog post, I wrote on the concept of trans-perspectivism, the art of seeking truth by weaving together diverse viewpoints and traditions. In a world of division, trans-perspectivism bridges understanding and empathy, urging us to step beyond our personal beliefs to grasp the myriad ways others perceive reality. Trans-perspectivism is crucial for...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
Last night, I caught up with my friend Ryan Hickey, who we previously spotlighted here. We discussed and debated the topic of competition and the role it plays for artists, particularly Business Artists. Competition among Artists High-performing artistic individuals view their competition not as something external, but as the figure staring back at them in the mirror. External motivation and friendly competition have their place, but truly successful Business Artists are highly competitive...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
One of my favorite questions to ask executives who have led initiatives or are in the middle of a change in strategy is: “Have there been any unintended consequences? It’s a fun way to dig deeper and learn the nuances of how a strategy plays out and brings in elements of culture, market dynamics, team capabilities, and a host of other factors. Often this language is met with some kind of ‘failure.’ Something didn’t work, but there was learning from it. But once in a while, there are creative...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
Now that “The Business Artist” is out there, I was reflecting with a friend this past week. “Adam, why did you feel compelled to write this?” I hadn't thought about this question in a while but quickly remembered the moment of realization that sparked a mild guilt, which eventually turned into motivation to learn more, leading to this book. It was Spring of 2019. I had just completed a series of workshops and sales enablement sessions as part of my client’s annual sales kickoff events. I was...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
For those reading holdouts, starting this week's Newsletter with a fun announcement:) Audible Version of The Business Artist is now available! For anyone curious what it takes to record an audiobook on your own and what it takes? Good mic, sound recording software? Check Makeshift recording studio? Sure, pillows, towels, and blankets will do... Patience to take breaks and care for yourself as the artist? Challenging, but necessary. I recorded all 15 chapters, plus the intro, ending, and...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
One of my favorite icebreakers is to provoke a group of adults with a question with no logical right answer, but quickly move the networking from small talk to more interesting dialogue. “In the last 100 years, what three inventions have profoundly impacted human society?” “Do you prefer prequels or sequels, why?” “Do you prefer stand-up or improv comedy, why?” This past Wednesday evening, my wife and I attended The Set Up a local LA standup show. Living in Los Angeles, we are spoiled with...
about 1 year ago • 3 min read
Work it harder, make it better Do it faster, makes us stronger... I was speaking with a potential investor in Meahana.io this past week about a shared belief, that as AI continues to dominate routine and analytical human tasks, white-collar workers will be displaced unless they are innovative, collaborative, and creative. In a word: human. We’re both having a bit of a hate affair with AI right now; and a love affair with HI (Human Intelligence). Don’t get me wrong, I love technology, use AI...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read
Students from Interlochen Center for the Arts playing a SoFar sounds show in Los Angeles, CA March 13, 2024 Last night, my wife and I hosted SoFar at our house for the second time in a week. One of the musicians asked me "Why do we enjoy hosting so often?" We don't get paid to host. We invite 80+ strangers into our home and backyard. Why do we enjoy doing it? In today's digital world, it is so hard to break out of the algorithmically driven walls of interest pushing against us. We host SoFar...
over 1 year ago • 3 min read
The Book is Finally Out! It's official...for the first time in my life, I can say I'm a published author. While that feels fun to say and nice to write - what gives me the greatest satisfaction is what I hope this book and my writing will provoke and inspire in others. Since trickling out the book's availability to some friends and family, I've been overwhelmed by the reception so far and the unsolicited pictures I've been receiving of everyone's "unwrapping" To grab a copy of The Business...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read