289 episodes

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, holds 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.

The Futur with Chris Do The Futur

    • Business
    • 4.9 • 799 Ratings

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, holds 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.

    Designing Moments: A New Approach to Event Entertainment - With Paul Hoke

    Designing Moments: A New Approach to Event Entertainment - With Paul Hoke

    Elevating Experiences
    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Paul Hoke, an unconventional master of wedding entertainment, who reveals the art of creating deeply personalized and memorable wedding experiences. Going beyond the traditional DJ and entertainment role, Paul shares his unique approach to engaging with clients—through listening, silence, and understanding their backstories—to craft events that resonate on an emotional level. From integrating personal stories and family traditions into the fabric of the occasion, to challenging industry norms with creative problem-solving under constraints, Paul's methods demonstrate the profound impact of empathy and personalization in transforming events into lasting memories. Through a series of touching stories, including the innovative engagement techniques and the thoughtful integration of family history, this episode is a testament to the power of thinking outside the box and the importance of creating meaningful connections. Join us as we delve into the mind of a creative genius who challenges clients to reimagine what a wedding can be, ensuring that each celebration is as unique and extraordinary as the individuals it honors.
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    • 1 hr 17 min
    The Power of Vulnerability - With Jordan Rogers

    The Power of Vulnerability - With Jordan Rogers

    From Struggle to Strength
    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Jordan Rogers, detailing his recovery from heroin addiction and incarceration to achieving professional acclaim at Nike and becoming a significant advocate for personal branding. By leveraging his struggles to forge a connection and inspire athletes and individuals alike, Jordan highlights the essence of resilience, authenticity, and the strategic use of personal branding. The narrative further explores how personal experiences and unique stories can not only enrich one's professional growth but also inspire broad, impactful success. Jordan's work, particularly with college athletes, underscores the crucial role of embracing vulnerabilities, recognizing strengths, and the proactive pursuit of personal potential beyond waiting for opportunities. His success story, marked by growth in followers and recognition from figures like Tiger Woods, serves as a testament to the power of authentic personal branding and its pivotal role in achieving happiness, health, and wealth. The script encapsulates the intersection of personal hardships with professional triumphs, advocating for the strategic and authentic use of personal branding in navigating and leveraging one's unique journey towards broad-reaching impact and success.
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    • 1 hr 15 min
    Crafting Content and Confidence - With Jule Kim

    Crafting Content and Confidence - With Jule Kim

    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Jule Kim, exploring the significance of SEO in the creative industry and how individuals can leverage it to generate high-quality leads. Jule Kim, a certified life coach with expertise in SEO, discusses the importance of understanding your customer, creating content that addresses common questions and objections, and effectively using keywords to improve search engine visibility. The episode covers practical SEO strategies, including the use of images and meta descriptions, organizing website content, and the importance of having a Google business profile. Additionally, Jule shares insights on transitioning careers, her affirmation deck 'Self Love Affirmations and Reflections', and the evolution of search on social media platforms. The conversation emphasizes the need for creatives to make their work findable online to attract and convert potential leads into clients.
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    • 1 hr 10 min
    Reimagining Online Content Communities - With Sid Yadav

    Reimagining Online Content Communities - With Sid Yadav

    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Sid Yadav, the co-founder and CEO of Circle, a community platform for creators and brands, shares his entrepreneurial journey along with valuable lessons for success. Talking about the early days of Circle, he acknowledges the impact of his experience with Teachable and how it influenced his venture. He articulates how he navigated through various challenges including technical hurdles, building a robust product, and creating an adept team. Sid explains his transition from a secure job to a startup and his ability to secure investment from Teachable's CEO. He also discusses the significance of making promises, delivering them, and sharing one's work with the world for feedback. Sid emphasizes that it is better to launch a product even with imperfections and refine it along the way. The talk also provides a glimpse into Circle's future endeavors towards transforming brand-creator engagement.
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    • 1 hr 14 min
    Leadership Through Rejection - With Liz Mosley

    Leadership Through Rejection - With Liz Mosley

    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Liz Mosley, a UK-based freelance graphic designer and podcast host, shares her inspiring journey of transforming rejection into a springboard for success. Liz candidly reveals how an initial refusal to appear on her podcast led her to initiate a personal challenge of gaining 100 professional rejections in six months, which in turn yielded surprising results. Her changed mindset and newfound confidence led to many acceptances, sponsorships, and opportunities, including having even the 'rejections' eventually turning into acceptances. Liz’s story underscores the idea of approaching rejection not as a setback but as an opportunity for growth.
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    • 50 min
    How to Craft A Million Dollar Business - With Noah Kagan

    How to Craft A Million Dollar Business - With Noah Kagan

    Finding Million Dollar Opportunities in Everyday Problems
    In this episode, host Chris Do sits down with Entrepreneur Noah Kagan, the founder and CEO of AppSumo, as he shares valuable advice on cultivating the entrepreneurial mindset, recognizing business opportunities and persisting through challenges. Drawing from his personal and professional experiences, he delves into the significance of perseverance, problem-solving skills, asking the right question, and continual improvement in business. Noah Kagan emphasizes the importance of not just generating ideas but also their successful execution and the value they add. He talks about setting transformative financial goals, the power of validating business ideas, leveraging personal networks, focusing on one platform for growth, and the role of email lists. He also gives a peek into his upcoming book, 'Million Dollar Weekend'.
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    • 1 hr 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
799 Ratings

799 Ratings

telletelltelle ,

10/10 will listen again

How can one man (Chris) consistently drop so much knowledge?! Chris Is a gift of our time. And his guests are rock solid too! I always end my listening session inspired, motivated, and educated. No matter what your into or trying to build (if anything,) I think everyone can apply the critical thinking skills and overall mind expansion you’ll get from his podcasts to any venture. 10/10

Kinga_Vajda ,

Learn something every time

Listen carefully when Chris speaks! There are so many golden nuggets. He’s insightful and open to learning, which if we all try to get better at, we can all DO better too.

D Triathlete ,

Creativity Meets Clarity

Chris keeps it real – brilliant insights with zero fluff. A must for creatives and entrepreneurs!"

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