Why Strategy Always Beats Talent (w/Seth Godin)

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Seth Godin returns to talk strategy and why getting the direction right is way more crucial than just moving fast. We chat about how creatives and entrepreneurs often confuse tactics with strategy and how fixing that could transform careers. Seth shares stories, insights, and the tough decisions he’s made to get better results, like firing major clients to create bigger opportunities. It’s all about finding your path and making the right moves for long-term success. --- I'm excited to introduce my new book, Never Play It Safe. I wrote this for creators, entrepreneurs, and anyone feeling stuck or playing it too safe in life. It’s a guide to breaking free from fear, trusting your gut, and creating a life you love. Order now at https://chasejarvis.lnk.to/nps and get 2 FREE bonus materials. Thanks for the support! If you've read Never Play It Safe (or even just started), it would mean A TON if you could share your thoughts on Amazon https://chasejarvis.lnk.to/review Even a quick sentence makes a huge difference, and can be completed in 30 seconds. Your feedback helps others decide if this book is for them.  00:00 The Importance of Strategy 00:40 Welcoming Seth Godin 01:09 The New Book on Strategy 01:59 Understanding Strategy 02:48 The Role of Strategy in Creative Work 07:18 The Value of Better Clients 10:06 Balancing Craft and Strategy 19:25 Choosing Your Clients 20:45 The Importance of Defining Your Work 22:08 The Awakening: Asking the Right Questions 23:44 Empathy and Tension in Creative Work 26:19 The Concept of Riffs and Non-linear Learning 28:51 Frameworks and Creative Freedom 34:14 Understanding Your True Audience 36:37 Making Better Plans: Climbing the Right Mountain 37:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts ABOUT SETH GODIN Seth Godin, a Marketing Hall of Fame inductee, is the author of 20 international bestsellers, including "Purple Cow" and "Tribes." Known for revolutionizing marketing and leadership thinking, his books have been translated into over 38 languages. A pioneer in online education, he founded the altMBA and Squidoo, and served as VP of Direct Marketing at Yahoo! His blog remains one of the most popular marketing blogs globally. ABOUT THIS IS STRATEGY: MAKE BETTER PLANS  "This is Strategy" by Seth Godin is a concise guide for anyone seeking to drive meaningful change. Godin offers a framework for long-term, impactful thinking, challenging readers to focus on their smallest viable audience and make work that matters. With clarity and insight, he encourages strategic choices that shape a better future, making this book a must-read for entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers. #Strategy #Creativity #Entrepreneurship -- ► Useful? Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/chasejarvis?sub_confirmation=1 Leave me a comment. Let me know what you think! =========================== CONNECT WITH ME: =========================== Get VIP-only content and stay up-to-date with the latest: http://chasejarvis.com/vip WEBSITE: http://www.chasejarvis.com FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/chasejarvis TWITTER: http://www.twitter.com/chasejarvis INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/chasejarvis GOOGLE+: http://plus.google.com/chasejarvis SNAPCHAT: http://snapchat.com/add/chasejarvis ----- Chase Jarvis is well known as a visionary photographer, fine artist and entrepreneur. Chase is cited as one of the most influential photographers of the past decade. As an entrepreneur, Chase created Best Camera - the world's first mobile photo app to share images direct to social networks - sparking the global photo sharing craze. He is currently the founder & CEO of CreativeLive, the world's largest live-streaming online education company, having delivered more than a billion minutes of free live education worldwide.