Rich Staplehurst: Creative Twists and Turns. Why having a 'Big Plan' is pointless.

An episode of the What Was I Made For? podcast, hosted by Reynolds Studios Inc., titled "Rich Staplehurst: Creative Twists and Turns. Why having a 'Big Plan' is pointless." was published on October 9, 2024 and runs 44 minutes.

October 9, 2024 ·44m · What Was I Made For?

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In this engaging episode of 'What Was I Made For?' podcast, hosts Shaun and Rach catch up with their friend Rich Staplehurst, who has embarked on a wildly diverse career journey. From aspirations of becoming Superman and Elvis as a child to interviewing celebrities like Ed Sheeran and David Beckham, Rich shares his unique path filled with twists, turns, and serendipitous moments. While sipping old-fashioned cocktails, they humorously discuss the art of saying 'yes' to new opportunities and the importance of transferable skills in uncommon career paths. Rich reflects on the ups and downs of his journey and how it has led him to creative projects like writing children's stories. This episode is an inspiring listen for anyone figuring out their own journey and the importance of prioritizing what truly brings joy and fulfillment.Also, Rich could be the sole reason Shaun & Rach are even together. Find out more in this weeks wholesome and insightful episode. Grab yourself an official 'What Was I Made For?' mug: https://whatwasimadefor.bigcartel.com/Don’t miss out on exclusive content and updates by following us on:Instagram: @whatwasimadeforpod TikTok: @whatwasimadeforpodYouTube: @whatwasimadeforpodSend us your thoughts and questions at [email protected] by: Shaun & Rachael ReynoldsMusic by: Black Prez & Shaun Reynolds© What Was I Made For? is a Reynolds Studios Inc. ProductionDon’t miss out on exclusive content and updates by following us on:Instagram: @whatwasimadeforpod TikTok: @whatwasimadeforpodYouTube: @whatwasimadeforpodSend us your thoughts and questions at [email protected] by: Shaun & Rachael ReynoldsMusic by: Black Prez & Shaun Reynolds© What Was I Made For? is a Reynolds Studios Inc. LLP Production00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:50 Catching Up with Rich Staplehurst01:22 Rich's Career Journey02:58 The Old Fashioned Cocktail05:22 Rich's Early Aspirations10:30 Acting and University Days15:27 Transition to Advertising and Marketing18:27 Getting the Job: A Journey of Persistence18:50 Building Confidence Through Performance20:11 The Value of Transferable Skills20:59 Creative Director at Moonbug Entertainment26:17 Navigating Career Ups and Downs27:26 Interviewing Ed Sheeran: A Memorable Experience28:46 Pitching Ideas and Taking Risks34:33 Creating Children's Stories: Noah and Fred41:02 Advice for Aspiring Creatives43:16 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsMentioned in this episode:This episode is sponsored by EVO by Audient. Click here for more information: https://evo.audio

Episode Description

In this engaging episode of 'What Was I Made For?' podcast, hosts Shaun and Rach catch up with their friend Rich Staplehurst, who has embarked on a wildly diverse career journey. From aspirations of becoming Superman and Elvis as a child to interviewing celebrities like Ed Sheeran and David Beckham, Rich shares his unique path filled with twists, turns, and serendipitous moments. While sipping old-fashioned cocktails, they humorously discuss the art of saying 'yes' to new opportunities and the importance of transferable skills in uncommon career paths. Rich reflects on the ups and downs of his journey and how it has led him to creative projects like writing children's stories. This episode is an inspiring listen for anyone figuring out their own journey and the importance of prioritizing what truly brings joy and fulfillment.

Also, Rich could be the sole reason Shaun & Rach are even together. Find out more in this weeks wholesome and insightful episode.

Grab yourself an official 'What Was I Made For?' mug: https://whatwasimadefor.bigcartel.com/

Don’t miss out on exclusive content and updates by following us on:

Instagram: @whatwasimadeforpod

TikTok: @whatwasimadeforpod

YouTube: @whatwasimadeforpod

Send us your thoughts and questions at [email protected]

Hosted by: Shaun & Rachael Reynolds

Music by: Black Prez & Shaun Reynolds

© What Was I Made For? is a Reynolds Studios Inc. ProductionDon’t miss out on exclusive content and updates by following us on:

Instagram: @whatwasimadeforpod

TikTok: @whatwasimadeforpod

YouTube: @whatwasimadeforpod

Send us your thoughts and questions at [email protected]

Hosted by: Shaun & Rachael Reynolds

Music by: Black Prez & Shaun Reynolds

© What Was I Made For? is a Reynolds Studios Inc. LLP Production

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:50 Catching Up with Rich Staplehurst

01:22 Rich's Career Journey

02:58 The Old Fashioned Cocktail

05:22 Rich's Early Aspirations

10:30 Acting and University Days

15:27 Transition to Advertising and Marketing

18:27 Getting the Job: A Journey of Persistence

18:50 Building Confidence Through Performance

20:11 The Value of Transferable Skills

20:59 Creative Director at Moonbug Entertainment

26:17 Navigating Career Ups and Downs

27:26 Interviewing Ed Sheeran: A Memorable Experience

28:46 Pitching Ideas and Taking Risks

34:33 Creating Children's Stories: Noah and Fred

41:02 Advice for Aspiring Creatives

43:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Mentioned in this episode:

This episode is sponsored by EVO by Audient. Click here for more information: https://evo.audio

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