PODCAST · business
Unstandard
by Segern
Unstandard™, the podcast that defies conventional wisdom and invites you to explore the limitless world of abstract, unorthodox, and untamed thought. Dive into the mindset, principles, and perspectives found within the enchanting island shores of Segern, as we celebrate the beauty of questioning everything, going against the grain, and betting on yourself.
Episodes
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The profitable position
This episode explores the arc of startup evolution, highlighting the shifting dynamics between founders and VCs as companies achieve profitability. It challenges conventional wisdom about the value proposition of venture capital, offering a fresh perspective on self-reliance and strategic growth.
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Owner Mode
This episode discusses a shift in how we approach leadership, moving away from traditional management hierarchies toward a more nimble, focused approach that emphasizes direct involvement and meaningful guidance through the work itself.
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Cultivating taste in design
This episode is an insightful exploration of how taste in design is not merely subjective but a skill that can be nurtured. It underscores the significance of developing taste to identify quality, and how demystifying it can break down barriers, especially in an era where human creativity stands...
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Focus forward never backward
This episode challenges the conventional wisdom of a project management. I invite you to reconsider your approach to learning from past experiences and shift the focus towards proactive improvement. As product designer, managers, and founders I see this as an opportunity to optimize how we…
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Craft rules everything around me
This episode presents a critical examination of the oft-mentioned yet rarely defined concepts of craft and quality in design. It challenges us to explore how exceptional individuals and teams bring these elusive ideals to life, emphasizing the crucial role of vision, taste, and genuine care for...
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Technologies manipulating you
This episode presents a fascinating exploration of how companies leverage psychological principles to influence consumer behavior through the technology we use daily. It highlights the importance of understanding these techniques to navigate the modern technological landscape more effectively and...
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Dancing with intrusive creativity
This episode presents an intriguing exploration of intrusive creativity, a phenomenon that both empowers and challenges creative minds. As a creative founder and product designer, I see this as a crucial aspect of the innovation process, one that can lead to groundbreaking ideas but also…
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Personal brand investment
This episode presents a powerful analogy between building a personal brand and investing, highlighting the importance of patience, consistency, and long-term thinking in career and life development. It offers a fresh perspective on personal branding that can inspire professionals to approach…
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Protect your vision
This episode presents a crucial aspect of creation, entrepreneurship and innovation — the unwavering commitment to one's vision in the face of adversity. It challenges us to explore the delicate balance between staying true to our core ideas and adapting to external feedback, a challenge that…
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Dear designer, do it for craft
This episode presents a thought-provoking examination of the evolving landscape in design careers, challenging the conventional wisdom of corporate success. We highlight the growing disconnect between inflated job titles and genuine skill mastery, urging aspiring designers to prioritize craft…
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From reactive to innovative
Discover how shifting your focus from competition to self-improvement can transform you into an innovator. This article provides practical tips to help you break free from reactive thinking and embrace a mindset of continuous innovation and growth.
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The reshaping of reality
Reimagine your world by learning how to see opportunities where others see limitations. Uncover the true power of questioning everything and challenging norms to foster a mindset of innovation, and create waves of change in your life and career.
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4 pillars to own the world
Break through barriers with four simple pillars that can be leveraged to transform your ideas into realities, increase your luck surface, and supercharge your success.
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Just let me do my job
Overcome workplace obstacles and excel. Learn to communicate effectively, build focused teams, and drive meaningful change in your organization.
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Psychological innovation
Harness the power of psychological innovations to supercharge your productivity and transform your business. Learn how psychological insights are shaping the future and leverage human behavior for groundbreaking product design.
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From painkillers to vitamins
Transform your product strategy from quick fixes to lasting solutions. Learn the power of "vitamin" products and how they can impact user experiences and create long-term value in tech, design, and development.
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Distribution's rocket fuel
Understand the secret of a great distribution strategy. Gain insights on collaborations, digital marketing, and audience targeting to skyrocket your business reach and impact.
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Charge what you’re worth
Break free from undervaluing your design skills. Learn actionable strategies to confidently raise rates and overcome imposter syndrome.
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Colorful steps
Reframe your approach to goals and explore the joy in every stride you make. Transform obstacles into stepping stones for lasting fulfillment and success.
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Building dreams in public
The art of building your brand in public is a powerful story where each moment and every trial can be turned into triumphs that captivate, inspire and rally a loyal following.
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Ditch best practices
Explore how coloring outside the lines and abandoning the safety of best practices can unlock more successes and transform your approach to development, design, and innovation.
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When support is scarce, reframe
Listen and learn 7 powerful principles to thrive through adversity and turn skepticism into your greatest source of strength, resilience and self-belief.
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Stay out of the results
In this episode I share a presonal story of resilience and highlight why learning to focus on your craft, not the outcomes, can lead to unexpected opportunities in your entrepreneurial journey. Join me in this reflective episode.
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From dreamers to doers
A conversation on how artificial intelligence bridges the gap between dreamers and doers. How the marriage of AI and exceptional design can turn ambitious ideas into reality and unlock your potential to create the extraordinary.
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Design as a language
Explore how intentional, poetic design can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences, and evoke new depths of emotional and creative engagement.
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The dangers of "Free" in SaaS
Freemium might just be a gamble. Tune into an insightful discussion on the true cost of "Free" in SaaS and learn tactics to ensure your product truly thrives.
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Disconnect costs
This one is for the leaders, let's discuss how immersing yourself in the daily realities of your team and users can transform your strategic outcomes. This episode offers you a playbook for nurturing a culture where innovation and peoples needs align flawlessly.
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Technology with a soul
In this episode we explore the how designing things that deliver more than just features, and crafting technology with humanity at the forefront can transform everyday frustration into user empowerment and societal advancement.
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Less is more magic
Is this episode we discuss the simple idea of "conquer simplicity, conquer the world". We'll unlock the secrets to successful brands, flawless designs, and revolutionary ideas. Dive in with me on this journey of refining complexity into simplicity that resonates and transforms the ordinary into...
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Dare to stand alone
In this episode we'll venture beyond the comfort of conformity to unlock your unique potential. Taking a peek into the minds of the audacious few who defy norms and learn to cultivate your distinct vision and give rise to transformative ideas and more.
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Hidden architects of your success
Envision the unchecked biases behind every choice, from code to canvas. We tackle the invisible: confirmation, anchoring, bandwagon, overconfidence. Biases that cloak innovation in the familiar. In this episode we explore strategies to expose these hidden architects of your mind. It's about...
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The Right Fit Equation
A reflective journey about our professional self-worth and the fallacies of equating success with opportunity. Drawing from personal experiences, like when I missed out on a VP of Design role, I'll explore the the interplay between talent, fit, and timing—and how it influences our career...
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Put you back into you(r) work
Explore the magical intersection of creativity and how a little bit of you can make the difference in this insightful episode that celebrates the deeply personal journey of creativity, urging makers and creators to infuse their projects with their own stories and experiences. Listen now to...
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Dancing in the rain
Learn how to pivot with purpose, melding strategy with flexibility, and turning every unforeseen moment into an opportunity for growth. Dive in for a session that promises to inspire, challenge, and equip you for the unpredictable journey ahead. Click to listen and transform the way you view the...
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Beyond the hype in indie hacking
A candid discussion on sustainability, the double-edged sword of acquisitions, and the quest for personal success. In this episode we dive into the essence of quality over speed, confront the myths of overnight success, and explore the vital balance between ambition and well-being. I invite you…
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The lean team ethos
In this episode I touch on the misconception that rapid growth equates to success for startups. Arguing in favor of a lean team philosophy and delving into the benefits of small, resourceful, and mighty teams, and the advantages of restricted capital, tight communication, and fewer points of...
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The Designer's journey
In this episode we discuss the transformative experience of a designer from trend-follower to trailblazer. Emphasizing the pivotal moment when designers evolve from creating work based on trends to crafting timeless, authentic creations. We also explore the significance of embracing…
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You’re weird, so what
In this episode, we discuss the idea that being weird is a winning card. We share insights on embracing your quirks as a superpower and offer actionable advice on living in your uniqueness. Join us as we celebrate the power of being different. — Links Segern → https://segern.link André →...
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Unlock a fortune
In this episode, we explore the profound impact of investing in oneself. Emphasizing the importance of personal development as the key to unlocking fulfillment, wealth, and opportunities. Listeners are encouraged to start their journey of intentional growth today to transform an ordinary…
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A lesson in patience
In this episode, we unpack the timeless wisdom and value of patience and perseverance. Sharing insights into the silent pursuit of greatness, highlighting the importance of embracing incremental gains and unwavering dedication. Tune in for a powerful message on appreciating the process and the...
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Copywriting for designers
In this episode we explore the essential role of copywriting in design. We'll discuss how well-crafted writing complements visual design, creating a cohesive user experience and enhancing creative possibilities for designers. Tune in for insights on the powerful synergy between words and visuals…
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World shapers
In this episode, we explore the unconventional, freedom-driven world of creatives and how they ignite change by daring to be different. Stay tuned, relax, and enjoy the episode. — Links Segern → https://segern.link André → https://givenchy.link
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The courageous act of creating
In this episode, we delve into the subtle art of daily creation and the nurturing of a persistent creative spirit. Through commitment and a daily rendezvous with your muse, we discover that creativity is not a finite resource, but an ever-flowing stream. Join us as we explore the power of daily...
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Focus, mastering the art of no
In this episode, our host André Givenchy explores the concept of focus and the art of mastering the word "no." André shares his insights on how focus goes beyond avoiding distractions and turning down opportunities—it's about protecting your time and attention to achieve a depth of mastery in...
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Yep, this is Unstandard…
In this episode of Unstandard, host André Givenchy reflects on the past and sets the stage for the future. Acknowledging a change in approach, the podcast is transitioning from long, in-depth episodes to shorter, impactful ones. The focus remains on celebrating the unorthodox, challenging norms,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Unstandard™, the podcast that defies conventional wisdom and invites you to explore the limitless world of abstract, unorthodox, and untamed thought. Dive into the mindset, principles, and perspectives found within the enchanting island shores of Segern, as we celebrate the beauty of questioning everything, going against the grain, and betting on yourself.
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Unstandard™, the podcast that defies conventional wisdom and invites you to explore the limitless world of abstract, unorthodox, and untamed thought. Dive into the mindset, principles, and perspectives found within the enchanting island shores of Segern, as we celebrate the beauty of questioning...
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Unstandard is created and hosted by Segern.
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