Failure Is a Verb, Not a Noun | With Chip Scholz

Send us Fan Mail Chip Scholz is an executive coach, author, and woodturner who gets at the real stuff. We talk about his journey from sales to authorship, why he put a manuscript in a drawer for five years, and what Father's Day gift sparked his comeback story. But mostly, we talk about failure, curiosity, and becoming yourself. Chip's philosophy is simple: failure is something we do, not something we are. Judgment closes doors. Curiosity opens them. And the moments that matter aren't about being indispensable—they're about being real. This is a conversation for anyone writing a book, leading people, or trying to figure out what comes next. Key Takeaways: Failure is a verb, not a noun Be curious, not judgmental Your pocket knife: the tools you carry in life Why authenticity beats performance Publishing insights for aspiring authors Find Chip: scholzandassociates.com Support the show