Best Alex Ruhl Podcasts (2025)

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How did I get here? The story of my creative career! 27:16

6d ago27:16

27:16

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode, I share a talk I gave recently on my creative career journey. The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to you in the next episode friend ❤️

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How AI + neuroscience can make storytelling more inclusive: Shiv McDonnell 54:23

27d ago54:23

54:23

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to wonderful Shiv McDonnell. Connect with Shiv on linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shivmcdonnell/ Check out Magnetic here: https://www.magnetic-lab.com/ The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to you in the next episode fri…

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Directing Apple TV’s first immersive series “Adventure”: Charlotte Mikkelborg 48:37

1M ago48:37

48:37

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to the legendary Charlotte Mikkelborg Connect with Charlotte on linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-mikkelborg-652b8326/ Check out ADVENTURE an Apple Immersive Original here: https://tv.apple.com/us/show/adventure/umc.cmc.5al10vz5fkqzxonreq110ony0 The best…

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It’s just you and me friend 53:29

2M ago53:29

53:29

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode it’s just you and me. Some references I make throughout: Great Art Explained - Yayoi Kusama: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgSBtXNJjhs Cathy Hackl’s post on Google’s XR Glasses showcased at TED: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cathyhackl_xrglasses-agenticai-spatialcomputing-acti…

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Should you still learn to code in the age of AI? With Antonia Forster 56:12

2M ago56:12

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Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to THE Antonia Forster Connect with Antonia on LinkedIn here: Linkedin.com/in/antonia-forster/ Check out her TEDx here: youtu.be/bK6EwIoQl34?si=wfUJIX3VYKxLHEup The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to you in the next episode frien…

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Can immersive tech bring us closer to nature? A conversation with Mitch Turnbull 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to the awesome Mitch Turnbull. Connect with Mitch on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchturnbull/ Check out her incredible projects here: https://www.bramblemedia.co.uk/ The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to you in …

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Soul Paint: A decade in the making with Sarah Ticho 48:20

4M ago48:20

48:20

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to Sarah Ticho, founder of Hatsumi (https://hatsumi.co.uk/) Connect with Sarah on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-ticho/ Check out Soul Paint here: https://www.soulpaint.co/ The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to…

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Can AR storytelling inspire behaviour change: a conversation with Dr Maruša Levstek 42:37

4M ago42:37

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Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to Dr Maruša Levstek, research fellow at CoSTAR (https://www.costarnetwork.co.uk/) Connect with Maruša on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marusalevstek Read her paper on The Green Planet AR experience here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0747…

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Supercharging nonprofit storytelling with VR: a conversation with Mary Matheson 48:43

4M ago48:43

48:43

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to Mary Matheson, VR documentary extraordinaire and Professor of Practice at Arizona State University (https://search.asu.edu/profile/4149144) Connect with Mary on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-matheson-134a05b1 Or Instagram here: https://www.instagram.co…

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Riding the VR waves for a decade: a conversation with Samantha Kingston 58:04

4M ago58:04

58:04

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk to the wonderful Samantha Kingston, CEO & co-founder of Virtual Umbrella (www.virtualumbrella.marketing/). Check out Sammy’s TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6qR3_iWna4 And her VR film Anonymous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYsiOg5pP_s The best place to conn…

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A conversation about VR with ChatGPT 12:46

4M ago12:46

12:46

Hey friends and welcome to the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk briefly with chatGPT about the future of VR. The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: Linkedln.com/in/alexmakesvr Speak to you in the next episode friend ❤️

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The relaunch of the Alex Makes VR podcast 7:36

5M ago7:36

7:36

Hey friends and welcome to the 2025 relaunch of the Alex Makes VR podcast. In this episode I talk about what the next chapter of this podcast will look like. The best place to connect with me in 2025 is: LinkedIn.com/in/alexmakesvr I reference this keynote from CES: https://youtu.be/CV8V6oqP4pw?si=qMlLa4M82G-ujsIU Speak to you in the next episode f…

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How to define the metaverse in 2023 34:43

2+ y ago34:43

34:43

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to the podcast.I appreciate it more than words can express!Tell me what you've been up to friends:Twitter.com/alexmakesvrInstagram.com/alexmakesvrLinkedin.com/in/[email protected]'ll speak to you in the next one.Ax

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I wanted to tell you everything (Rock Paper Scissors) 12:37

3y ago12:37

12:37

Buy tickets to the Venice Immersive Island at Venice Film Festival here: https://www.labiennale.org/en/cinema/2022/venice-immersive-0 Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! Tell me what you've been up to friends: Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr Li…

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I'm back! Where have I been? Will VR/Metaverse survive a recession? Let's catch up! 34:14

3y ago34:14

34:14

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6 months, 2 continents, 1 VR project: How to direct a VR project during a pandemic - Alex Makes VR 26:21

3y ago26:21

26:21

A tired and rambly account of a recent VR project. Bless you if you made it to the end 😂. Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express!Connect with me on social (I love new friends):Twitter.com/alexmakesvrInstagram.com/alexmakesvrLinkedin.com/in/alexmakesvrI'll speak to y…

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Are we already in the Metaverse? - Alex Makes VR 7:08

3+ y ago7:08

7:08

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! Connect with me on social (I love new friends): Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr Linkedin.com/in/alexmakesvr [email protected] I'll speak to you in the next one. Ax…

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Does the Metaverse need to be interoperable? - Alex Makes VR 25:59

3+ y ago25:59

25:59

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! Connect with me on social (I love new friends): Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr Linkedin.com/in/alexmakesvr I'll speak to you in the next one. Ax

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Making Money with the Metaverse (capitalize on this opportunity!) 21:02

3+ y ago21:02

21:02

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! Connect with me on social (I love new friends): Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr Linkedin.com/in/alexmakesvr I'll speak to you in the next one. Ax

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How to get ahead with the metaverse & VR in 2022 19:00

3+ y ago19:00

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Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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It’s time to get serious about VR, NFTs and the metaverse w/ Adam Draper, Boost VC 1:05:06

3+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

Apply for Boost VC accelerator: www.boost.vc Follow Adam Draper: Twitter.com/AdamDraper Tell me your thoughts: Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr I appreciate you so much. Speak to you next week! Ax

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Not a full episode but wanted to say hello! 2:52

3+ y ago2:52

2:52

Hey friend, I'm still working on my next episode about Facebook's rebrand to META and what that means for the VR industry. But still wanted to put an episode out to say hello! Let me know your thoughts on META's keynote - DM me @alexmakesvr Speak to you soon!

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What's happening in the VR news October 2021: Canon VR lens, Vive Flow glasses & Facebook changing it's name - Alex Makes VR 14:48

3+ y ago14:48

14:48

References for today's episode: Metaverse Marketing with Cathy Hackl: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KNVlS2GZWkns1wcwOrw08 Boz to the Future podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/24naBWv8LUimRNPtTETRft Canon's VR lens: https://www.canon.co.uk/pro/pro-video-solutions/eos-vr-system/ Vive Flow Immersive Glasses: https://www.vive.com/uk/product/vive-f…

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Every VR creative/filmmaker needs to hear this keynote - Alex Makes VR 27:15

3+ y ago27:15

27:15

Watch the full SXSW keynote by Mark Duplass here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZeWOAliA6Y Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You …

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How to pitch new clients & WIN more VR work - Alex Makes VR 10:16

3+ y ago10:16

10:16

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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Where does Virtual Reality fit into Web 3.0? - Alex Makes VR 15:39

3+ y ago15:39

15:39

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#120: What should you prioritise this week to make better progress? - Alex Makes VR 9:27

3+ y ago9:27

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Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#118: Don't be a slave to your job, reverse engineer your dream life - Alex Makes VR 30:35

3+ y ago30:35

30:35

Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#117: When to say YES and when to say NO in business - Alex Makes VR 10:04

4y ago10:04

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Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#116: How to break into the VR industry (3 important tips) - Alex Makes VR 20:07

4y ago20:07

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Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#115: Should you hire an intern for your VR project? - Alex Makes VR 23:50

4y ago23:50

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Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#114: Making VR is still hard af & it's ok to get frustrated - Alex Makes VR 8:10

4y ago8:10

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go l…

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#113: What is the METAVERSE & what does it mean for virtual reality? - Alex Makes VR 18:43

4y ago18:43

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SXSW Future Tech Trends keynote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnNUFbtC0Kw Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR,…

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#112: Netflix is finally getting into original VR content & I'm so excited - Alex Makes VR 14:25

4y ago14:25

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go l…

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#111: How to actually FINISH your creative projects - Alex Makes VR 16:13

4y ago16:13

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go l…

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#110: How immersive tech (VR/AR/XR) will impact every dollar you make in the future w/ John Buzzell - Alex Makes VR 44:29

4y ago44:29

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Check out John & Cathy's book here: https://bit.ly/AugmentedWorkforce Connect with John Buzzell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbuzzell/ Connect with Cathy Hackl: https://twitter.com/cathyhackl Tell me about what you're working on: Twitter.com/alexmakesvr Instagram.com/alexmakesvr Linkedin.com/in/alexmakesvr [email protected] You can sign up for …

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#109: What experiences/ideas work best in virtual reality? (3 elements to consider) - Alex Makes VR 18:25

4y ago18:25

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go l…

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1 Year of the Alex Makes VR Podcast thank YOU 11:51

4y ago11:51

11:51

Cannot believe we made it to 1 year of podcasting. Such a wild ride so far & you've all taught me so much! Thank you for being part of this journey! Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! You can sign up for the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.com Tell me how you’re getting on: Twitter.com…

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#108: The Mass Adoption of VR is Still To Come Smash Drums - New Virtual Reality Game 20:28

4y ago20:28

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Check out 'Smash Drums' here: https://bit.ly/SmashDrums Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative …

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#107: The Bigger Picture For Virtual Reality remind yourself of the why - Alex Makes VR 7:33

4y ago7:33

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go l…

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#106: How To Onboard Audiences Properly in Virtual Reality make or break - Alex Makes VR 34:25

4y ago34:25

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit!Watch my TEDx talk about using VR in hospices here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPZO2bv5JrwThis Will Make Or Break Your VR Business **how to onboard audiences properly**Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podca…

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#105: 3 Ways to Distribute Your Virtual Reality Projects how to get VR to audiences - Alex Makes VR 26:25

4y ago26:25

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! The 3 Ways to Distribute Your Virtual Reality Projects **how to get VR to audiences** Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all t…

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#104: How to get new clients from LinkedIn marketing & outreach strategy for VR / 360 professionals - Alex Makes VR 23:38

4y ago23:38

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! How to get new clients from LinkedIn **marketing & outreach strategy for VR / 360 professionals** Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside sc…

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#103: Want to get motivated to do creative work? Listen to this! - Alex Makes VR 16:44

4y ago16:44

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Want to get motivated to do creative work? This is the episode for you! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, busi…

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#102: This is the real reason you SUCK at sales be more selfless - Alex Makes VR 17:45

4y ago17:45

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! This is the real reason you SUCK at sales **be more selfless** Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & cr…

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#101: Do you REALLY understand what success looks like to you? look for the small wins & recontextualise success - Alex Makes VR 21:53

4y ago21:53

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Do you REALLY understand what success looks like to you? **look for the small wins & recontextualise success** Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want …

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[ALEX TAKES A BREAK] The Real Reason I’m 'Taking A Break' PERFECTIONISM 14:09

4y ago14:09

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Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! I'm technically on a break from the podcast at the moment friend but couldn't help but pop in to say hey! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the i…

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[ALEX TAKES A BREAK] How Much Money Can You Survive On? Know your numbers! 10:29

4y ago10:29

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I'm technically on a break from the podcast at the moment friend but couldn't help but pop in to say hey! Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the i…

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[ALEX TAKES A BREAK] Indulge Your Passions 6:30

4y ago6:30

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I'm technically on a break from the podcast at the moment friend but couldn't help but pop in to say hey! Interested in one-to-one coaching with me? Email [email protected] & let’s see if it’s a good fit! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the i…

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#100 What I've Learned From Recording 100 Podcasts! 29:18

4y ago29:18

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What I've Learned From Recording 100 Podcasts! Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to listen to my podcast. I appreciate it more than words can express! If you want the inside scoop on all things VR, business & creative life, as well as being notified when these episodes go live. You can sign up to the newsletter: www.alexmakesvr.…

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