The Futur with Chris Do

• Quit Client Work and Work Less for More Money - With Rich Webster | Ep 359

  We want to hear from you.If you’ve been enjoying the show, we’d love your input. It only takes a minute to answer our listener survey, and your feedback really helps us improve the podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb6AltIruAF2Ut0I3b-6XmdAeO0TNNJP_SlRGOo11syj4Uhw/formResponseIn this episode, Chris sits down with Rich Webster—designer, agency owner, and creator of How To Work Less—for a candid and hilarious conversation on carving your own path in business without becoming a parody of success. From viral tweets to quiet routines, Rich shares how he went from burned-out agency owner to calm creator—and how writing helped him escape the trap of performative entrepreneurship.They dive into building an audience without selling your soul, why going quiet is sometimes the most strategic move, and how to tell stories that actually connect—without turning your life into content.Timestamps:(01:09) – Navigating Personal and Professional Change (03:30) – Evolving from Agency to Lifestyle Business (33:58) – Choosing Sobriety and What Came After (36:23) – Hitting Reset: The Turning Point Toward Recovery (59:04) – Vulnerability as a Strength in BusinessCheck out today's guest, Rich Webster: Rich's Website: richwebster.coRich's Newsletter: worklesswednesday.comRich's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwebz/Rich's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richwebz/Rich's Threads: https://threads.net/richwebzCheck out The Futur:Website: https://www.thefutur.com/Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/Twitter: https://x.com/thefuturishereTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishereYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishereCheck out Chris Do:Website: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesignInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/Twitter:https://x.com/thechrisdoTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdoThreads:https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdoZaap: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoClubhouse:

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• Stop Calling Yourself a Thought Leader (Do THIS First) - With Brian Miller | Ep 358

  We want to hear from you.If you’ve been enjoying the show, we’d love your input. It only takes a minute to answer our listener survey, and your feedback really helps us improve the podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb6AltIruAF2Ut0I3b-6XmdAeO0TNNJP_SlRGOo11syj4Uhw/formResponseIn this episode, Chris sits down with Brian Miller—former professional magician turned speaker, TEDx coach, and founder of a message design firm for experts—for a rigorous and thought-provoking conversation about real thought leadership. No fluff, no vague buzzwords—just a clear framework for how to lead with ideas that matter.They dive into how to turn expertise into impact, the difference between being visible and being valuable, and why the best communicators don’t just speak—they persuade, challenge, and invite others to think differently.Timestamps:(00:06) – Becoming a Thought Leader Through Storytelling(04:09) – Understanding Thought Leadership: Assertions, Judgments, and Predictions(08:54) – The Role of Assertiveness in Leadership(15:53) – The Art of Making Predictions(24:00) – The Challenge of Flawed Characters in Storytelling(27:43) – The Art of Messaging in Communication(37:25) – The Art of Persuasion: Building a Compelling Argument(38:49) – Understanding Paradigm Shifts(46:04) – The Art of Misdirection in Storytelling(52:58) – The Secrets Behind the Magic Trick(01:00:01) – The Role of Luck and Preparation in Success(01:07:39) – Navigating Low Trust in a Noisy WorldCheck out today's guest, Brian Miller: Brian's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@brianmillerspeaksBrian's Website: https://www.brianmillerspeaks.com/Brian's Consulting Firm: https://clarityupconsulting.com/Check out The Futur:Website: https://www.thefutur.com/Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/Twitter: https://x.com/thefuturishereTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishereYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishereCheck out Chris Do:Website: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesignInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/Twitter:https://x.com/thechrisdoTikTok:

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• How the Right Clients Find YOU (It's not what you think) - With Jodie Cook | Episode 357

  We want to hear from you. If you're open to a quick chat with our producer or any of the other options, it only takes a few seconds to sign up: https://forms.gle/Enzzpq5FCVQKbHV9AIn this episode, Chris sits down once again with Jodie Cook—entrepreneur, writer, and powerlifter—for a raw and insightful conversation about what it really means to show up as yourself. From hiding her strength to owning it, Jodie shares her journey of stepping into visibility, embracing discomfort, and building a brand rooted in integrity—not imitation.They unpack the cultural pressures that shape how we present ourselves, how to know when you're truly being you, and why "enough" might actually be the goal.Timestamps:(00:06) – Hiding vs. Revealing: Is it safe to be fully you?(04:39) – Voting with your dollar: brands, beliefs, and alignment(08:45) – When should you speak up? The cost of silence(13:55) – The Starbucks test: values vs. convenience(17:15) – The Mexican Fisherman story: redefining ambition(21:04) – Finding your place (and your people)(24:00) – From shame to ownership: Jodie’s journey with strength(27:02) – When you finally feel like you(31:00) – The moment that changed everything on LinkedIn(36:03) – The deeper lesson: more of you = more resonance(39:44) – Showing your weird (and leading by example)(42:00) – Rejection therapy and rewiring your brain to show up(43:06) – Why we need more of these conversationsCheck out today's guest, Jodie Cook:Jodie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-cook/Jodie's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jodie_CookCheck out The Futur:Website: https://www.thefutur.com/Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/Twitter: https://x.com/thefuturishereTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishereYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishereCheck out Chris Do:Website: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesignInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/Twitter:https://x.com/thechrisdoTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdoThreads:

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• Personal Branding: Why Perception Matters - With Chris Do | Ep 356

  We want to hear from you. If you're open to a quick chat with our producer or any of the other options, it only takes a few seconds to sign up: https://forms.gle/Enzzpq5FCVQKbHV9AIn this episode, I dive into the concept of personal brand misalignment—when people perceive you differently than you see yourself. But what if that perception is actually working in your favor? I share how small, intentional changes in style and presentation can shape the way people see you, often before you even announce your next move. From my own journey into fashion to a friend’s transformation with just a new shirt and pockets, we explore how signaling change can create opportunities. If you’re looking to refine your personal brand and be seen the way you want, this episode will show you how.Timestamps:(00:09) - Personal Branding and Style(01:06) - Understanding Personal Branding(02:02) - The Launch of a New Fashion Line(03:04) - Embracing Change in Fashion(03:40) - The Transformation of Style(04:27) - Transformation and PerceptionCheck out The Futur:Website: https://www.thefutur.com/Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/Twitter: https://x.com/thefuturishereTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishereYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishereCheck out Chris Do:Website: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesignInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/Twitter:https://x.com/thechrisdoTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdoThreads:https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdoZaap: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoClubhouse:https://www.clubhouse.com/@thechrisdoBehance: https://www.behance.net/chrisdo

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• Fear & Clients Almost Killed His Billion-Dollar Designs - With Robert Brunner | Ep 355

  We want to hear from you. If you're open to a quick chat with our producer or any of the other options, it only takes a few seconds to sign up: https://forms.gle/Enzzpq5FCVQKbHV9AIn this episode, I sit down with Robert Brunner — the design mind behind Beats by Dre, former Apple design director, and founder of Ammunition — to unpack what it really takes to build enduring, emotional, and market-shifting products. We explore the tension between risk and restraint, the power of story in industrial design, and what separates mediocre products from cultural icons.Robert shares hard-won wisdom from 40+ years in the field, working with legends like Jimmy Iovine, Paula Scher, and the teams behind Apple and Beats — and how he now helps startups design with both craft and business outcomes in mind.Timestamps:(00:00) – The Fascination of Objects and Their Stories(05:49) – Navigating Client Relationships in Design(11:26) – The Evolution of Design Partnerships(23:20) – The Rise of Beats by Dre: Origins and Inspirations(30:17) – The Evolution of Design and Craftsmanship(41:37) – The Challenge of Perfection in Design(45:30) – Design Perspectives and Personal FavoritesCheck out today's guest, Robert Brunner:Robert's Website: https://www.ammunitiongroup.com/Robert's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbrunnerCheck out The Futur:Website: https://www.thefutur.com/Courses: https://www.thefutur.com/shopLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-futur/Podcasts: https://thefutur.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theFuturisHere/Twitter: https://x.com/thefuturishereTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefuturishereYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/thefuturishereCheck out Chris Do:Website: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisdo/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BizOfDesignInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thechrisdo/Twitter:https://x.com/thechrisdoTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thechrisdoThreads:https://www.threads.net/@thechrisdoZaap: https://zaap.bio/thechrisdoClubhouse:

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