What if the fastest way to build real expertise wasn’t avoiding mistakes—but making them safely on purpose? Michael Bloom, founder and CEO of Praktio, shares how a misunderstood early experiment …
Almost Killed a $500 Million Mars Rover: Lessons Learned with Chris Lewicki
A single test nearly turned a two-rover Mars mission into a one-rover disaster. In this episode, Chris Lewicki shares the high-stakes mistake that almost ended a $500 million mission—and the …
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Embracing Life’s Twists Through Meditation and Near Mistakes with Ann Swanson
After more than 100 job rejections, Ann Swanson nearly missed the opportunity that changed everything. In this episode, she shares how meditation, resilience, and staying open to unexpected paths …
The Trials and Triumphs of Terry Bartley: Writing, ADHD, and Learning the Hard Way
Jumping from job to job felt like failure—until it finally made sense. In this episode, Terry Bartley reflects on late-diagnosed ADHD, creative ambition, and the career “mistakes” that quietly shaped …
Attorney Gina Mundy on Motherhood, Career Mistakes, and Preventing Childbirth Errors
What if the career decision you still question ended up saving lives? In this episode, Gina Mundy reflects on a motherhood-career crossroads—and how staying in high-stakes childbirth law ultimately …
Overcoming Burnout and Perfectionism with Julian Reeve
Julian Reeve reached the top of the music world—leading Hamilton on Broadway—only to discover the hidden cost of perfectionism. In this episode, he shares the early career mistake that reshaped his …
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