The Zack Arnold Podcast

89:22

Why the Relentless Pursuit of Optimization Is a...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/30

Are you stuck in the messy middle of life, wondering who you’re becoming on the other side?In this episode, the mic turns inward as today’s guest—well, it’s me, Zack Arnold —and I’m opening up about the newly rebranded Zack Arnold Podcast. Along with my podcast producer and fellow coach Debby Germino, we discuss why the changes go far beyond a new name, music, or artwork. Together, we dig into what’s shifting behind the scenes and the deeper purpose driving this evolution—not just for us, but for

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7:53

I wasn't afraid of losing my paycheck nearly as much...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, I wasn't afraid of losing my paycheck nearly as much as losing myself. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your creative work, and what it means to be human in the age of AI. I invite you to subscribe to my Substack newsletter, Pivot with

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7:19

I sold my soul for a paycheck. It led me to my...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/24

Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, I sold my soul for a paycheck. It led me to my purpose instead. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your creative work, and what it means to be human in the age of AI. I invite you to subscribe to my Substack newsletter, Pivot with Purpose. To

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7:26

The existential crisis that destroyed me, then...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, The existential crisis that destroyed me and then changed my life. If you enjoyed this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your creative work, and what it means to be human in the age of AI, I invite you to subscribe to my Substack newsletter, Pivot with Purpose

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9:59

Procrastinating? You're not lazy. You're probably...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/20

Hey there, it's Zack. And for today's mini episode, I'd like to share with you an audio reading of a recent article that I wrote on Substack titled, Procrastinating? You're not lazy. You're probably just afraid. If you enjoy this article and you're interested in reading more about navigating significant life transitions, finding meaning in your creative work, and what it means to be human in the age of AI. I invite you to subscribe to my Substack newsletter, Pivot with

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1:33

Coming Soon: The Zack Arnold Podcast

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/04/02

If you’ve been following along the last several months, then you may already know I’ve decided that it’s time to retire the Optimize Yourself brand and usher in a new era.If you live to create, meaning your work isn't just a job but an expression of who you are...If you create to live, as in your livelihood depends on your creativity...And if you love making cool shit (preferably left alone in small, dark rooms)...You’ll love the Zack Arnold podcast. Keep an eye out for new episodes coming

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84:32

Ep273: How to Pivot, Adapt, and Keep Going (Your...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/03/20

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistEver feel like the ground beneath your career is shifting — like every step forward only leads to more uncertainty? Today, we're diving deep into the heart of creative survival during one of the most challenging periods for creatives in history.In this episode, I sit down with Lydia Hurlbut, a

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85:15

Ep272: From Setback to Comeback: Finding Strength in...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/03/14

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistWith everything that’s happened in the past few years—and the latest tragedies that have shaken the entertainment industry—it’s no surprise that many of us feel stuck, are questioning what’s next or even questioning what the point of it all is.In this episode, I sit down with Bevin Farrand, speaker,

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80:59

Ep271: How to Keep Moving Forwards After You've Lost...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/03/06

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistThe past two years have been relentless for creatives, and even in the first quarter of the year,, the losses keep piling up with no end in sight. Staying creative, hopeful, or even grounded feels harder than ever.In this episode, I sit down once again with acclaimed grief counselor and bestselling

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68:44

Ep270: How to Thrive As an Introverted Creative (In a...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/02/18

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistMy guest today is Jennifer Kahnweiler, a bestselling author, host of the Introvert Ally Podcast, and one of the leading experts on introverts at work. Her books — The Introverted Leader, Quiet Influence, The Genius of Opposites, and Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces — have been translated into

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80:34

Ep269: Navigating the Messy Middle of a Career Pivot...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/02/11

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistA few years ago, Sandy Zimmerman came on the Optimize Yourself podcast as a longtime Physical Education teacher and coach. During that conversation, she made a quiet prediction—she felt she was meant for something more and believed she’d be back to share her journey. She was right. Today, Sandy is a

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80:27

Ep268: [Case Study] From the FBI to Hollywood:...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/02/04

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistIn today's episode, I sit down with Kathy Robinson, a longtime member of the Optimizer community and one of my coaching students who has made a remarkable career transition. Kathy is on the path to being a film and video editor and currently working as a TV assistant for a small cable network

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82:20

Ep267: [CASE STUDY] How to Diversify Your Creative...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/28

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistMy guest today is Krysia Szyszlo, an Optimizer OG who has successfully diversified her career across multiple fields, including television editing, real estate investing, and dating coaching. Krysia’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In her own words, she started in a dark place, struggling

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74:42

Ep266: How to Approach Difficult Conversations In...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/21

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistMy guest today is Justin Jones-Fosu, who is the CEO of Work. Meaningful., an organization dedicated to transforming corporate culture by fostering mindset, purpose, and performance. Justin is also the author of I Respectfully Disagree: How to Have Difficult Conversations in a Divided World — a timely

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76:12

Ep265: Unemployed? Burned Out? Or Both? How to Manage...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/15

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistMy guest today is Laura Nguyen, a burnout coach and author of Career Break Compass: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. While her book focuses on taking career breaks by choice, we tackle a question that hits close to home for many creatives right now: What happens

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84:43

Ep 264: The Dumpster Fire of 2024, Predictions for...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/07

Want to continue learning from the world’s experts on time management, networking, career development, better sleep, overcoming burnout, and so much more?→ Click here for your customized podcast playlistFor this special kickoff episode of the new year, we’re flipping the script: 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. My podcast producer, Debby Germino interviews me to give

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8:09

The eight words that shape my approach to life...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/06

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access

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25:33

Hot Seat Friday: Bouncing Back: Navigating Life After...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2025/01/03

In this Hot Seat session, long-time community member Sam Lavin opens up about an unexpected and deeply challenging moment in her career: being fired for the first time. The experience shook her confidence and left her scrambling to address the immediate financial strain. Feeling scattered and unsure of her next steps, Sam and I worked together to untangle her priorities.We explored practical strategies to help her focus on what’s most urgent while still carving out time for her long-term goals

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21:21

Hot Seat Friday: How to Reconnect When the...

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2024/12/27

In this Hot Seat session, I sit down with community member Saarang Vinodh, who’s navigating a delicate challenge: reconnecting with a producer he had previously reached out to. Their last conversation seemed to close the door on potential mentorship, but now Saarang’s goals have shifted, and he’s confident this producer could help. The question is, how can he reach out again without the message feeling purely transactional? Together, we workshop thoughtful strategies to craft an outreach that goes

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8:04

We survived til '25. Now what?!

The Zack Arnold Podcast ·

2024/12/20

Today’s mini-episode is the latest edition of my Case of the Mondays newsletter, a free newsletter I send out exclusively to my subscribers every Monday morning with my latest thoughts, strategies, and tips for better managing the crazy balancing act between work & life. I don’t know about you, but I’d rather design a career where I’m excited about Mondays instead of dreading them. To be the first to receive next week’s newsletter, to read today’s episode in addition to listening, and for access

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