Beyond The Job Title | Underrepresented Career Stories

Join me in this captivating episode as I catch up with my incredible friend Zach Horvath, the visionary behind Live a Great Story. From his recent adventures in Turkey to his reflections on cross-cultural work dynamics, we explore the transformative power of travel and the lessons it imparts. Discover Zach's decision-making framework for embracing uncertainty and hear the inspiring story behind Live a Great Story and his early entrepreneurial endeavors. We dive deep into the profound impact of creativity and storytelling, unlocking their ability to forge genuine connections. If you're seeking inspiration to unleash your creativity, harness the power of storytelling, and cultivate authentic relationships, this episode is a must-listen. Prepare to be empowered to live your best life as we unravel the extraordinary journey of Zach Horvath. Get ready to be inspired!

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:30) - The question that prompted Zach’s most recent travel adventure
• (06:00) - Reevaluating the meaning of work
• (13:45) - The origins of Live A Great Story and Zach’s first business venture
• (18:58) - The importance of expressing your creativity
• (20:38) - The power of shipping your creative expressions
• (22:25) - Zach’s advice to those wanting to start a creative project
• (25:09) - Is Zach an entrepreneur or an artist?
• (29:34) - What to do with the parts of fulfilling work you might not enjoy?
• (34:36) - The origins of Story Night
• (39:04) - The power of sharing personal stories
• (42:00) - Rapid-fire closing
• (47:18) - Talk to people about your ideas and collect feedback
• (48:52) - Outro

Zach's Bio
Zach Horvath is an entrepreneur and the founder of the Live a Great Story brand, which is focused on inspiring and empowering people to live their best lives. He was born and raised in Austin, Texas, and attended Texas State University, where he earned a degree in Advertising. After college, Horvath worked in advertising for a few years, but he became dissatisfied with the corporate world and the lack of meaning in his work. He decided to quit his job and pursue his passion for storytelling and spreading positivity. In 2012, Horvath founded Live a Great Story, initially as a blog to share inspiring stories and messages. Over time, the brand has grown to include merchandise such as t-shirts, hats, and stickers with the "Live a Great Story" slogan, as well as events and workshops focused on personal growth and creative expression. Horvath's message is all about encouraging people to pursue their dreams, take risks, and live life to the fullest. He believes that everyone has a story worth sharing and that by living authentically and following their passions, people can create fulfilling and meaningful lives.