The Art of Accomplishment
Applied self-exploration. The Art of Accomplishment reflects a unique way of relating in business, personal and internal life that leads to more connection and satisfying relationships, awakening your ability to create the life you want with ease and joy. Joe Hudson, a coach sought after by the world’s top companies and performers, partners with wingsuit-flying adventurer and entrepreneur Brett Kistler to examine practical tools for self-exploration that you can readily apply to meaningfully transform your life. Hear Joe and Brett conduct powerful coaching sessions and unpack epiphanies with business leaders, world-class performers, and a community dedicated to self-discovery.
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Why Chaos Is Good For You (The Forest Fire Theory)
<p>Chaos is evolution's favorite tool, learn how to use it for growth. When faced with chaos, we often react with fear, limiting our thinking. </p><p>In this short format episode, Joe encourages us to fully feel the fear and to see opportunity within it. By learning to fully feel our emotions we can find greater wisdom and a path forward, even in the midst of chaos. </p><p>For more, subscribe to the Art of Accomplishment Podcast: </p><p>Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ezSoop <br />Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ETrfHA <br />Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3Czx7Tu <b...
Slimy vs. Authentic Charisma — Joe and Dr. K on Charisma on Command
<p>In this special crossover episode, we are republishing Joe’s appearance on Charisma on Command with Charlie Houpert alongside Dr. Alok “Dr. K” Kanojia. They explore what charisma really is and why genuine presence and emotional awareness matter far more than polished performance.</p><p>Charlie’s opening question, “What is charisma?” unfolds into a deep exploration of authenticity, self-love, and emotional intelligence. Joe and Dr. K contrast performative charisma (built on control, manipulation, or validation-seeking) with true charisma, which arises from inner alignment, vulnerability, and purpose. The three of them discuss how self-acceptance, emotional integration, and listening reshape the way we c...
Overcoming Procrastination (Coaching Session Breakdown)
<p>If you struggle with perfectionism, fear of success, or feeling like you have a "tyrant boss" inside your head, this breakdown reveals exactly how to shift that dynamic.</p><p>In this episode, Joe and Brett analyze a rapid coaching session with a man who is a high-performer for others but frozen when it comes to his own business. They uncover how "stories" about perfectionism keep us stuck, and why trying to be a "good provider" can actually stop you from doing the work. As the man works with Joe to peel back the layers of what’s causing hi...
A Company Culture That Moves At The Pace of AI
<p>In this episode, Joe sits down with Johannes Landgraf, CEO of Ona, to dive deep on how bringing the tenets of AOA’s teachings to the company has transformed their leadership, culture, and performance in the fast-moving world of AI. From quadrupling revenue to spending their days with greater enjoyment, Johannes shares how the seeming paradox of scaling a company while deepening connection has impacted him personally and the company at large.</p><p>They discuss:</p>How AI and rapid innovation challenge traditional leadership modelsConflict as a source of clarity and alignmentThe role of vulnerability and transparency in bu...
What To Do About Imposter Syndrome
<p>Why do so many high achievers feel like frauds? In this episode, Brett and Joe explore a topic near and dear to the hearts of anyone who has ever thought they needed to be someone else to be loved: Imposter Syndrome. </p><p>Together, they explore:</p>Our relationship to shame and self-worthAntidotes to imposter syndromeThe childhood experiences that encourage imposter syndromeImplications in leadership and business<p>Dive Deeper:</p>Imposter Syndrome - Psychology TodayImposter Syndrome & Self Compassion - AAPAAcademic paper on imposter syndrome<p>Send us your questions on Twitter, through our website, or in our Circle community! </p>...
Leadership Is For Everyone
<p>In this episode, Brett and Joe talk about leadership—not just the title or position, but about what it truly means to lead and be a leader. They explore how leadership emerges in every moment of life, from boardrooms to families to personal choices, and how emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and conviction shape the kind of leader we become.</p><p>Research links: </p><p>Emotional intelligence, leadership, and work teams: A hybrid literature review</p><p>The First Follower</p><p>The influence of self-awareness on effective leadership outcomes in South Africa</p><p>Decentralization in Organizations: A Revolution or...
How to End Procrastination Now
<p>Brett and Joe deliver a long-awaited episode on procrastination, exploring its real contours—the shame, the avoidance, the misplaced priorities. They reveal how it stems from self-criticism and avoidance, and show how a shift in perspective can turn it into prioritization, creativity, and authentic productivity.</p><p>Together, they discuss:</p>How procrastination depends on self-abuse and self-judgmentProcrastination vs healthy prioritizationEmotional avoidanceThe importance of iteration, play, and creativityPractical experiments and exercises for working with procrastination<p>Research:</p><p>“How Enlightenment Changes Your Brain” Andrew Newberg</p><p>Link to Procrastination experiments page</p><p>The 3 Ps: Perfectionism, Procrastination, and Pa...
Why You Never Have Enough Time
<p>According to some studies, over 80% of Americans experience time scarcity. In this episode, Joe and Brett explore what’s going on when we feel time scarce. They unpack why so many of us feel starved for time in an era of unprecedented efficiency, and provide clear, actionable insights into how presence and emotional awareness can change our perception of time itself.</p><p>They cover:</p>Why time scarcity is more about emotional overwhelm than actual hoursThe paradox of saving time but still feeling busier than everHow presence shifts our experience of timeThe role of grief, fear, and shame in...
How to Break Free from Loneliness
<p>In this episode, Brett Kistler and Joe Hudson dive into the epidemic of loneliness and its impact on our lives. They explore the roots of loneliness, how it differs from solitude, and why shame and self-perception often amplify the experience. They explore how to transform loneliness into deeper self-connection and meaningful relationships with others.</p><p>Join them as they discuss:</p>How loneliness, solitude, and isolation differThe connection between loneliness and shameChildhood roots of loneliness and insecure attachment stylesThe role of society, mobility, and social media in shaping loneliness todayPractical ways to reconnect with yourself and with othersHow...
What To Do About Stage Fright
<p>Tara Howley and Janine Parziale dive into stage fright and performance anxiety. Drawing from personal experience and professional expertise, they share how to work with fear rather than fight it—transforming it into a source of energy, presence, and even joy.</p><p>They discuss:</p>Understanding the physiology and psychology of stage frightHow to reframe fear as excitement and use it as fuelBody-based techniques for releasing freeze and nervous system overwhelmPractical preparation strategies—from nutrition to exercise to mindsetThe role of shame, self-consciousness, and compassion in performance anxietyEmbracing mistakes and turning them into moments of connection and magicWhy stag...
