The Futur with Chris Do
Business & Economics Podcasts
The Futur Podcast is a show that explores the interesting overlap between design, marketing, and business. Our host (and CEO of The Futur), Chris Do, hold candid conversations with inspirational people from the worlds of design, technology, marketing,...
Location:
United States
Description:
The Futur Podcast is a show that explores the interesting overlap between design, marketing, and business. Our host (and CEO of The Futur), Chris Do, hold candid conversations with inspirational people from the worlds of design, technology, marketing, business, philosophy and personal development. These conversations go deep. With the aim of understanding who these incredible people are, what drives them to do what they do, and what can we--the listener--learn from it all. Visit thefutur.com/podcast for show notes and additional information from each episode.
Language:
English
Website:
https://thefutur.com/podcast
Episodes
Why Process is Better Than AI w/ Scott Clum | Ep 430
4/25/2026
Chris Do sits down with artist and designer Scott Clum to explore the evolution of snowboard and skate culture's visual language. In an era increasingly dominated by AI and push-button gratification, Clum champions the tactile, utilitarian process of making art and embracing the beauty of mistakes. Drawing from his 40-year career shaping brands like Sims and Morrow Snowboards, he unpacks the crucial difference between personal self-expression and commercial design. Creative professionals will discover why staying true to the manual process builds a more valuable creative perspective and get a glimpse into Clum’s upcoming print magazine, WALK. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:15) - Personal versus commercial work (04:13) - The value of utility and the design process (07:02) - Transitioning from fine art to graphic design (09:19) - AI tools and the loss of creative curiosity (10:43) - 40 years of snowboard graphics with Sims (14:22) - Building the Morrow Snowboards aesthetic (16:18) - Hand-cut graphics and analog printing (20:50) - Editorial design and the goal of the unexpected (25:57) - Announcing WALK magazine Check out today's guest, Scott Clum: Website: https://www.scottclum.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottclum_design Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:31:26
Personal Brand vs Reputation w/ Matt Essam | Ep 429
4/22/2026
In this continuation of their dialogue, Chris Do and Matt Essam tackle the confusing distinctions between having a personal reputation and building a true personal brand . Many creative professionals experience internal resistance when considering a personal brand, often fearing the required effort or doubting the return on investment . Chris breaks down why audience size does not inherently equal income and reveals the unique advantages of a strong personal brand, such as the ability to jump verticals and command higher value . Listeners will walk away with a clear framework to determine if they are ready to commit to the long-term work of discovering and amplifying who they truly are. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:02) - Content strategy and sharing (02:02) - Audience size versus income (04:02) - Reputation versus personal brand (06:09) - Industry positioning and jumping verticals (08:26) - Disadvantages of personal branding (08:50) - Social media as the new resume (11:53) - Resistance as a sign of purpose (15:53) - Overcoming the fear of pursuing art (18:27) - Becoming more of yourself Listen to the first part of this episode with Matt Essam: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xbmmd2wQTnr1c1DklNPJB?si=pP59DB0rRq6ISV7fomtCcw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-reputation-your-strategy-w-matt-essam-ep-381/id1209219220?i=1000727320751 Check out today's guest, Matt Essam: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_essam/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/mattessam Website: https://www.mattessam.co.uk/ Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:19:58
Overcoming the Fear of Speaking Up w/ Jule Kim | Ep 428
4/15/2026
Chris Do and Jule Kim explore the hidden costs of holding back and the profound impact of saying exactly what you think. Many professionals struggle to speak up due to cultural conditioning, fear of judgment, or social anxiety. By unpacking real-world scenarios—from navigating social discomfort at industry events to confidently stating a $45,000 project price—Chris demonstrates how direct, precise communication empowers operators. Listeners will learn how to shift focus away from internal discomfort and articulate their value without relying on unprompted proof. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:30) - The breakthrough of speaking your mind (01:56) - Asking basic questions to clients (03:45) - Cultural conditioning and stereotypes (05:46) - Navigating social anxiety and fitting out (07:35) - Releasing stress through positive communication (11:51) - Reverse engineering desired outcomes (13:00) - Overcoming the fear of discussing money (15:15) - Stating project pricing confidently (20:21) - Practicing direct communication daily Check out today's guest, Jule Kim: Jule's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julekim/ Jule's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjulekim Executive Coach Jule Kim : https://adviceactually.com/ Jule Kim's Podcasts: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wy7NzSjPBFU42tGS0jUeB?si=27adaa65f448473c Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-how-you-think-a-personal-growth-and/id1821606552 Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X: https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:22:12
Stop Selling Services, Sell Value w/ Chris Do | Ep 427
4/8/2026
Many creative professionals detest sales because they focus on selling services rather than tangible business value. Chris Do unpacks the five biggest lessons from Kevin Daly's book, Socratic Selling, offering a framework for those who hate manipulative sales tactics. By learning to dollarize value, ask open-ended questions, and practice full-value listening, creatives can shift the dynamic from pitching to problem-solving. This permission-based approach empowers buyers to articulate their own needs and allows practitioners to close deals using hypothetical agreements. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (00:20) - Dollarizing value to sell money (02:20) - The power of open-ended questions (05:27) - Full value listening and taking notes (07:27) - Finding the compelling event in the past (09:30) - The conditional close framework (12:15) - A fresh perspective for introverts Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:13:02
Stop Doing Everything w/ Mo Ismail | Ep 426
4/1/2026
Chris Do discusses with Mo Ismail the burden of over-diversification and the necessity of "burying" one's old professional identity to achieve a business breakthrough. By adopting the "Five Ones" framework, Chris explains how narrowing focus to a single target market and offering creates the pressure needed to punch through industry noise. This episode serves as a strategic roadmap for creative professionals who feel diluted and are ready to trade complexity for a potent, high-growth personal brand Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:24) - Taki Moore and the Five Ones framework (01:36) - The cost of a complicated business model (02:21) - Transitioning from your old professional identity (03:55) - Why picking a lane increases brand potency (05:42) - Case study: From generalist to motion design specialist (09:50) - Physics of business: Force divided by surface area (11:18) - Benefits of a strong authentic personal brand Check out today's guest, Mo Ismail: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moismai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moismai/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:14:21
Overcoming the Brand Identity Crisis w/ Tinna Loaiza | Ep 425
3/25/2026
Chris Do sits down with brand identity expert Tinna Loaiza to explore why many creators feel disconnected from the businesses they have built. Tinna shares her journey of growing a faceless Instagram account to 400,000 followers before transitioning into a more authentic personal brand. They discuss a practical framework for shedding external expectations and "removing the pieces" of your identity to find clarity and professional fulfillment. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:42) - Meet Tinna Loaiza and her marketing background (01:15) - Building a faceless brand to 400,000 followers (02:37) - Why we struggle to be ourselves in business (03:57) - The "Silhouette Collage" exercise for identity (05:31) - Recognizing signs of professional resentment (07:32) - Steps to pivot into a new creative venture (08:18) - Defining your minimum viable window for growth (10:36) - How to package and test a new service offer (13:38) - Content strategy: The 90-day implementation phase (17:17) - Overcoming the pressure to fit a "polished" version Check out today's guest, Tinna Loaiza: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinnaloaiza/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinnaloaizaofficial/ Website: https://tinnaloaiza.com/ Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:18:11
The Truth About the LinkedIn Algorithm w/ Richard van der Blom | Ep 424
3/18/2026
Chris Do sits down with LinkedIn expert Richard van der Blom to deconstruct the myths surrounding the platform’s algorithm and what actually drives reach. They explore why content value and human intuition often outperform data-crunching and why your audience, not the algorithm, is the ultimate judge of your work. Listeners will walk away with a four-part social selling framework designed to build authority and convert engagement into real business opportunities. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (01:32) - Why the algorithm doesn't punish bad content (02:31) - Blaming the algorithm vs. creating value (03:49) - Four traits of "terrible" LinkedIn content (05:52) - Using personal storytelling to sell from the heart (07:27) - Finding your unique tone of voice (09:15) - The 4 pillars of a successful social selling strategy (10:12) - How to optimize your profile for your target audience (11:06) - Proactive conversion and engagement strategies (13:51) - Future trends: AI and the importance of authentic voice Check out today's guest, Richard van der Blom: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardvanderblom/ Website: https://richardvanderblom.com/ Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:15:32
Should You Name Your Business After Yourself? w/ Jodie Cook | Ep 423
3/11/2026
Chris Do and Jodie Cook challenge the myth that a personal brand makes a business entirely reliant on its founder. They explore how shifting from a "process-dependent" team to a "founder-vibe" culture allows a company to scale and even sell without the owner's constant involvement. Listeners will learn the systems and psychological frameworks needed to build a brand that carries the founder's confidence without requiring their presence. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:07) - The "Accidental" Personal Brand: Jodie’s Story (02:45) - What Buyers Actually Look for in a Business (04:47) - Lessons from Apple: Scaling Beyond the Figurehead (06:24) - The Rule of Five: Managing Teams Effectively (08:03) - Avoiding the Choke Point: Scaling to 100 People (09:32) - Building Systems and the "Gentle Handoff" (12:48) - Training Your Team to Have "Founder Vibes" (15:51) - Creating a Culture of Confidence (18:22) - Playing Big: When to Fire and When to Empower Check out today's guest, Jodie Cook: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-cook/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jodie_Cook Websites: https://www.jodiecook.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodie.cook_/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:18:34
10 Rules for an Authentic Personal Brand w/ Chris Do | Ep 422
3/4/2026
Building a successful personal brand isn't about inventing a new persona, but uncovering one's true origin. Chris Do shares ten actionable tips distilled from over a decade of trial and error to help creators stand out in a crowded market. He explains why "different" is superior to "better" and how perceived flaws can actually become a competitive advantage. This session covers the strategic importance of social media as a modern resume and how to cultivate a tribe that champions the brand. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:16) - Rule 1: Don't chase new, be original (01:37) - Rule 2: Pursue different over better (02:30) - Rule 3: Social media as the new resume (03:31) - Rule 4: Reclaim your "extraness" (04:28) - Rule 5: How to push through "the dip" (05:23) - Rule 6: Avoid the authenticity gap (06:06) - Rule 7: Create a repeatable story (07:22) - Rule 8: Play against type in your space (08:24) - Rule 9: Be meaningfully different (09:47) - Rule 10: Develop unique catchphrases Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:11:14
How to Build a Standout Brand w/ Mo Ismail | Ep 421
2/25/2026
In this episode, Mo Ismail sits down with Chris Do to explore the dilemma of having multiple passions while trying to build a focused personal brand. Chris explains the concept of "picking a fight" to cut through the noise and why being a "correct contrarian" is essential for true thought leadership. They discuss the difference between symbiotic and parasitic interests, using the analogy of a shark and suckerfish to determine which side hustles actually support the main business. Chris shares his personal journey of integrating his background in design, video production, and business coaching to build The Futur, emphasizing the importance of building a strong "trunk" before branching out. Timestamps (00:00) - Intro (00:58) - The concept of "picking a fight" (02:33) - Becoming a "correct contrarian" (03:13) - Bullying vs. punching up (Big Pharma example) (04:35) - Professional concerns regarding speaking up (06:22) - Contributing to the noise vs. true expression (09:47) - Marketing disguised as thought leadership (14:21) - Staying in your lane and avoiding virtue signaling (18:08) - The difference between facts and opinions (24:34) - Defining your lane and passion (27:24) - Symbiotic vs. parasitic interests (30:17) - How Chris integrated design, video, and coaching (36:56) - Building the main trunk of the tree (40:07) - Intrinsic vs. extrinsic validation Check out today's guest, Mo Ismail: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moismai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moismai/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:42:27
The Introvert’s Guide to Visibility w/ Goldie Chan | Ep 420
2/18/2026
Chris Do sits down with Goldie Chan, author of Personal Branding for Introverts, to discuss how introverts can build powerful reputations without compromising their nature. They explore the distinction between reputation and personal branding and how the digital landscape offers a "virtual room" for quieter voices to be heard. The conversation reveals personal strategies for navigating social anxiety, the concept of "loud introverts," and how to use distinctive style as a networking asset. Goldie also shares her framework for "ideal daydreaming" to help design a life that balances work and personal well-being. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (03:58) — Reputation versus branding (05:42) — Branding beyond physical rooms (08:14) — Speaking as an introvert (11:09) — Social anxiety explained (14:47) — Managing introvert energy (18:32) — Belonging and identity (22:08) — Networking without performing (26:04) — Loud introverts defined (31:18) — Visual identity shortcuts (36:49) — Ideal daydreaming concept (41:32) — Designing work life balance (46:05) — Personal branding for introverts (53:10) — Final reflections and takeaways Check out today's guest, Goldie Chan: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GoldieCylon Website: https://www.goldiechan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldiecylon/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goldie Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:55:36
From Shark Tank Deal to $400M in Sales w/ Wombi Rose | Ep 419
2/11/2026
Chris Do explores the intersection of art and engineering with Lovepop co-founder and CEO Wombi Rose, the show's first guest to successfully secure Shark Tank funding. They discuss the grit required to pivot from a failing retail model to a $400 million e-commerce powerhouse and how high-level naval architecture training informs their intricate paper designs. Listeners will learn why failing spectacularly is often better than moderate success and how to use customer data to build a defensible creative brand. Timestamps: (00:00) - Intro (01:23) - The Lovepop mission: 1 billion magical moments (03:09) - Hitting $400M in lifetime retail sales (08:48) - Shark Tank prep and the 15% equity hard line (10:49) - The $200k mistake: Why the kiosk model failed (15:08) - Choosing Kevin O’Leary: Intuition in negotiation (22:48) - Why spectacular failure is better than moderate success (34:43) - Growth strategy: Unlocking UGC on social media (40:01) - Engineering logic: Applying naval architecture to art (46:24) - Building a moat through vertically integrated production (53:58) - The QVC experience and unscripted sales (57:24) - Where to find Lovepop Check out today's guest, Wombi Rose: Website: https://www.lovepop.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovepop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovepopcards/ Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:59:31
The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture w/ Panache Desai | Ep 418
2/4/2026
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Panache Desai to explore why so many high performers feel burned out despite outward success. Panache challenges the idea that people are broken or need fixing, reframing burnout as a symptom of living from survival, identity, and fear rather than from wholeness. Together, they unpack themes of acceptance, self-trust, and why true power comes from releasing control over the past. The discussion positions peace—not productivity—as the most honest definition of success . Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (08:05) — Redefining success as peace (15:10) — Identity, ego, and burnout (22:20) — Acceptance over self-fixing (29:35) — Powerlessness and true power (36:45) — Giving without attachment (43:55) — Burnout and performance traps (50:10) — Body-based transformation (56:40) — Multidimensional identity (01:02:55) — Breath awareness practice (01:08:10) — Living from inner alignment Check out today's guest, Panache Desai: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/panachedesai Website: https://www.panachedesai.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/panachedesai/ Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:01:10:31
Why Chasing Metrics Ruins Your Content w/ Chris Do | Ep 417
1/31/2026
In this episode, Chris Do challenges the belief that content performance should be measured by likes, views, or algorithmic wins. He explains why treating social media as a scorecard disconnects creators from their true intentions and ties self-worth to external validation. Drawing from over a decade of experience building a multimillion-dollar brand, Chris shares how creating from honesty and self-expression leads to clarity, confidence, and deeper connection. Rather than chasing metrics, he argues that content should serve as a tool for self-understanding and meaningful communication. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (02:03) — Metrics distort self-worth (04:09) — Content creates connection (06:18) — Hidden agendas break trust (08:27) — You don’t need CTAs (11:02) — Don’t create from insecurity Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:13:18
Playing the Long Game in Business and Life w/ Jodie Cook | Ep 416
1/29/2026
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Jodie Cook for a wide-ranging conversation about playing the long game in business, relationships, and life. They unpack the difference between short-term wins and infinite games, emphasizing why building something you never want to sell leads to deeper fulfillment and clarity. Chris reflects on his own journey through financial security, meaning, and redefining success beyond money. Together, they explore how scarcity thinking shapes decisions and why authenticity compounds over time. The discussion sets the foundation for choosing purpose-driven work that can sustain decades, not just seasons. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (05:56) — Discovering financial security changes motivation entirely (10:31) — Why pursuing meaning creates money naturally (15:24) — Letting go of outcomes to regain creative freedom (21:37) — How childhood patterns shape adult decision making (28:12) — The danger of living for others’ expectations (34:48) — Why mastery requires long-term commitment and patience (41:26) — Redefining success beyond traditional career milestones (48:55) — Teaching children autonomy, respect, and resilience (56:34) — Breaking scarcity mindset through intentional life design (01:04:12) — Building a life you never want to retire from (01:12:46) — Final reflections on infinite games and fulfillment Check out today's guest, Jodie Cook: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-cook/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jodie_Cook Websites: https://www.jodiecook.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodie.cook_/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:01:16:24
How to Beat the Competition Without Lowering Your Prices w/ Chris Do | Ep 415
1/24/2026
In this episode, Chris Do challenges the belief that creative work is a commodity and explains why lowering prices is rarely the right solution. He reframes competition through the lens of imagination, using everyday examples to show how value is created through differentiation, convenience, and storytelling rather than cost-cutting. By breaking down familiar products like lettuce, money, and stock certificates, he illustrates how perceived value can increase dramatically with the right positioning. The episode pushes listeners to reconsider how they describe and package their own services instead of racing to the bottom on price. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (01:10) — Commodities and imagination (02:35) — Adding value through packaging (04:05) — Time to result pricing (05:40) — Certainty and guarantees Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:06:45
Turning Life’s Hardest Moments Into Growth w/ Dr. John Demartini| Ep 414
1/22/2026
In this episode, Chris Do sits down with Dr. John Demartini for a wide-ranging conversation on human perception, trauma, and the power of reframing life experiences. Dr. Demartini shares his extraordinary personal journey—from severe learning challenges and homelessness to becoming a prolific researcher, educator, and author—highlighting how adversity became a catalyst rather than a limitation. The discussion explores how values, awareness, and conscious questioning shape behavior and long-term outcomes. Throughout the conversation, listeners are invited to reconsider the stories they tell themselves about hardship and success. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (04:58) — Early life learning challenges (09:42) — Dyslexia and reading breakthrough (14:55) — Surfing and street life lessons (19:58) — Perception versus trauma (24:57) — Reframing painful experiences (29:56) — Accountability and awareness (34:59) — Balancing emotions and judgment (39:58) — Gratitude and resilience practice (44:55) — Purpose driven living (46:30) — Final reflections and closing Check out today's guest, Dr. John Demartini: Website: https://drdemartini.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/drdemartini LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjohndemartini Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjohndemartini/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:48:20
The Secret Behind Authentic Personal Branding w/ Mo Ismail| Ep 413
1/17/2026
In this episode, Chris Do and Mo Ismail explore why personal branding works best when it starts with generosity rather than self-promotion. They break down how leading with genuine care lowers defenses, builds trust, and creates natural reciprocity in both business and personal relationships. Through real-world examples, the conversation highlights how making people feel seen and included is often more powerful than any pitch or tactic. The episode emphasizes that authenticity isn’t a strategy—it’s an operating system that shapes long-term connection. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (01:14) — Making people feel seen (02:28) — Reciprocity builds trust (03:18) — Identity before business (04:32) — Authenticity attracts audiences Check out today's guest, Mo Ismail: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moismai Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moismai/?hl=en Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:07:04
Why Creatives Struggle With Feedback w/ Jule Kim | Ep 412
1/15/2026
In this episode, Chris Do and Jule Kim unpack why feedback is both essential and emotionally difficult for creatives. Drawing from decades of teaching, coaching, and public critique, they explore the difference between honest feedback and destructive criticism, and why many people interpret any suggestion for improvement as a personal attack. The discussion challenges the idea that feedback should soothe feelings, arguing instead that clarity, accountability, and truth are what actually lead to growth. Throughout the episode, Chris and Jule reflect on how upbringing, education systems, and generational shifts have shaped our collective tolerance for critique. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (10:05) — Setting expectations early (20:01) — Critique versus roasting (30:12) — Accountability in education (40:18) — Coddling culture explained (49:55) — Honesty over comfort (01:00:03) — Fear of critical feedback (01:10:22) — Teaching truth responsibly (01:19:40) — Crossing the critique line Check out today's guest, Jule Kim: Jule's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julekim/ Jule's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjulekim Executive Coach Jule Kim : https://adviceactually.com/ Jule Kim's Podcasts: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wy7NzSjPBFU42tGS0jUeB?si=27adaa65f448473c Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-how-you-think-a-personal-growth-and/id1821606552 Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X: https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:01:29:37
How to Market Your Services the Right Way w/ Chris Do | Ep 411
1/10/2026
In this episode, Chris Do breaks down why most creatives struggle to market their services effectively—and how that changes in 2026. He explains the critical difference between designing for “anyone” versus building services for a clearly defined, high-value client. Through real examples and audience interaction, Chris shows how understanding psychographics, not just demographics, unlocks better offers, clearer messaging, and higher pricing. The conversation emphasizes why targeting clients with money, urgency, and alignment is not selfish but strategic. Timestamps (00:00) — Intro (01:03) — Psychographics over demographics (02:10) — Identifying your best clients (03:58) — Why broke clients limit growth (05:22) — Pricing math and marketing budgets (07:05) — Levels of business competition (12:02) — Clarity creates massive value Check out The Futur: Website: https://www.thefutur.com/ Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shop Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/ Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/ X : https://x.com/thefuturishere TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishere Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishere Check out Chris Do: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesign Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/ X: https://x.com/thechrisdo TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdo Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdo Behance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duración:00:13:24