Why You Should (Never) Play It Safe

The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Chase Jarvis

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interview Chase Jarvis. Chase Jarvis is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, and one of the past decade’s most influential photographers. He’s created campaigns for major brands like Apple, Nike, and Red Bull, and directed Portrait of a City, earning an Emmy nomination. His fine art has been showcased globally, and he contributed to the Pulitzer-winning Snowfall story in The New York Times.

As a tech innovator, Jarvis created Best Camera, the first photo-based social networking app, and wrote the bestseller Creative Calling. He also founded CreativeLive, an online learning platform acquired by Fiverr in 2021, where over 50 million students have honed their creative skills.

In his new book Never Play It Safe, Jarvis dives deep into the power of safety and focused attention as key drivers of success. We examine strategies for conquering self-doubt, uncover the transformative impact of play in our lives, and underscore the essential role of practice in mastering any skill. Jarvis passionately reminds us that life’s most rewarding experiences often await beyond the boundaries of our comfort zones and urges us to focus intently on what truly matters.

Key Takeaways:

• Safety is often a construct that holds us back.
• What we focus on defines our reality.
• Attention is a superpower that shapes our experiences.
• Self-talk is crucial; we must be kind to ourselves.
• Playfulness is essential for creativity and joy.
• Everyone starts as a beginner; it’s part of the journey.
• Success is often a result of consistent practice.
• Practices and habits are crucial to achieving our goals.
• Unfortunately we are influenced by those who have given up on their dreams.
• We must challenge societal norms about success and safety.

Chapters:

• [00:00] Introduction to Chase Jarvis and His Journey
• [02:51] Defining Safety and Its Impact on Creativity
• [05:50] The Role of Attention in Achieving Success
• [08:49] Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
• [11:59] The Importance of Play in Life and Work
• [14:54] The Power of Practice in Mastery
• [17:57] Conclusion and Where to Find Chase Jarvis

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