Super Connectors Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/super-connectors The future of the human internet is connection. Super connectors is a podcast for event planners, community builders, and generous hosts. Starting in July 2024 a new episode will go live each day for 30 days. 2024 Ryan Clover f0ab34d0-715d-5092-a17f-73082ea81a16 no en Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:06:42 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:24:05 -0800 https://buildwithmaple.com https://img.transistor.fm/bvpCg3T6Mugoapm5V8fMgC8LYOe81QTAal8hwT0GxHU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9mZTQ0/NTViZmZmYjFkYzcy/ZDhhZDRhNTFlMjc2/NmE0OC5wbmc.jpg Super Connectors https://buildwithmaple.com episodic Ryan Clover The future of the human internet is connection. Super connectors is a podcast for event planners, community builders, and generous hosts. Starting in July 2024 a new episode will go live each day for 30 days. The future of the human internet is connection. Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress Ryan Clover No No Lessons learned from this 30-day Challenge 15 15 Lessons learned from this 30-day Challenge full bea358ca-e567-47e6-9bea-23ac79e04978 https://share.transistor.fm/s/07671fcf There are 3 types of content I'm focused on: Useful, Personal, and Promotional. The goal is to balance it as much as possible – and so this is a personal update on the 30 day challenge and what I've learned. Let's be real, life has ups and downs. It's normal. And creating every day is an ambitious project – one I'm definitely committed to for more than one reason. One surprising outcome for me is discovering how much this process revealed for me!

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
01:07 Content Strategy Insights
03:47 Reflections on the 30-Day Challenge
05:50 Editing and Production Learnings
10:27 Audio Quality and Future Plans
11:58 Final Thoughts and Overcoming Perfectionism

]]> There are 3 types of content I'm focused on: Useful, Personal, and Promotional. The goal is to balance it as much as possible – and so this is a personal update on the 30 day challenge and what I've learned. Let's be real, life has ups and downs. It's normal. And creating every day is an ambitious project – one I'm definitely committed to for more than one reason. One surprising outcome for me is discovering how much this process revealed for me!

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
01:07 Content Strategy Insights
03:47 Reflections on the 30-Day Challenge
05:50 Editing and Production Learnings
10:27 Audio Quality and Future Plans
11:58 Final Thoughts and Overcoming Perfectionism

]]> Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:42:49 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 944 There are 3 types of content I'm focused on: Useful, Personal, and Promotional. The goal is to balance it as much as possible – and so this is a personal update on the 30 day challenge and what I've learned. Let's be real, life has ups and downs. It's normal. And creating every day is an ambitious project – one I'm definitely committed to for more than one reason. One surprising outcome for me is discovering how much this process revealed for me!

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction and Personal Update
01:07 Content Strategy Insights
03:47 Reflections on the 30-Day Challenge
05:50 Editing and Production Learnings
10:27 Audio Quality and Future Plans
11:58 Final Thoughts and Overcoming Perfectionism

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Connecting with a Minimum Viable Audience 14 14 Connecting with a Minimum Viable Audience full b5c3caa3-ad82-4105-a18d-7a69288e3157 https://share.transistor.fm/s/08eca1b8 An important and powerful concept in marketing is the minimum viable audience – and I'm sure there are many interpretations about this. TBH, it's a conversation I'd love to expand on with others. In this episode of Super Connectors podcast, I'll share a few thoughts: How many people do you need to reach (as in, do you even need to grow an audience?), how to run a marketing campaign, and tools for managing contacts.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)


In This Eposide:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 00:59 Understanding the Concept of Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 07:12 Defining and Applying Marketing Campaigns 
  • 14:26 Tools for Managing Your Audience 20:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Tools:

]]> An important and powerful concept in marketing is the minimum viable audience – and I'm sure there are many interpretations about this. TBH, it's a conversation I'd love to expand on with others. In this episode of Super Connectors podcast, I'll share a few thoughts: How many people do you need to reach (as in, do you even need to grow an audience?), how to run a marketing campaign, and tools for managing contacts.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)


In This Eposide:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 00:59 Understanding the Concept of Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 07:12 Defining and Applying Marketing Campaigns 
  • 14:26 Tools for Managing Your Audience 20:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Tools:

]]> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:24:51 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1280 An important and powerful concept in marketing is the minimum viable audience – and I'm sure there are many interpretations about this. TBH, it's a conversation I'd love to expand on with others. In this episode of Super Connectors podcast, I'll share a few thoughts: How many people do you need to reach (as in, do you even need to grow an audience?), how to run a marketing campaign, and tools for managing contacts.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)


In This Eposide:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 00:59 Understanding the Concept of Minimum Viable Audience 
  • 07:12 Defining and Applying Marketing Campaigns 
  • 14:26 Tools for Managing Your Audience 20:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources:

Tools:

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Physical and Digital Tools for Creativity 13 13 Physical and Digital Tools for Creativity full 606ecf2b-513c-4f4a-bb63-c4f9ddb97b8d https://share.transistor.fm/s/f24356ae There's a lot to say about the tools we use and how they shape our work – specifically the creative process. This is a reflection on the physical and digital tools available, and tips for knowing when it's time to practice vs. change tools.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to Super Connectors
00:51 Overcoming Perfectionism and Setting Goals
02:12 Exploring Physical Tools and Environments
05:18 The Power of Pen and Paper
09:00 Diving into Digital Tools
16:58 Discernment and Experimentation with Tools
22:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources: 

]]> There's a lot to say about the tools we use and how they shape our work – specifically the creative process. This is a reflection on the physical and digital tools available, and tips for knowing when it's time to practice vs. change tools.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to Super Connectors
00:51 Overcoming Perfectionism and Setting Goals
02:12 Exploring Physical Tools and Environments
05:18 The Power of Pen and Paper
09:00 Diving into Digital Tools
16:58 Discernment and Experimentation with Tools
22:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources: 

]]> Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:04:09 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1403 There's a lot to say about the tools we use and how they shape our work – specifically the creative process. This is a reflection on the physical and digital tools available, and tips for knowing when it's time to practice vs. change tools.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to Super Connectors
00:51 Overcoming Perfectionism and Setting Goals
02:12 Exploring Physical Tools and Environments
05:18 The Power of Pen and Paper
09:00 Diving into Digital Tools
16:58 Discernment and Experimentation with Tools
22:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Resources: 

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Why Websites Are Crucial for Strong Connections 12 12 Why Websites Are Crucial for Strong Connections full 744be2ab-bbac-4b78-8d8f-cf1bb457941a https://share.transistor.fm/s/679782a9 Let's quickly review why websites are such an important asset for connection. We'll define website strategy and outline what you'd need on a website even if you only had 10 minutes to work on it, and no website software.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode
01:11 The Importance of Websites
07:02 Understanding Website Strategy
10:24 Building a Minimum Viable Website

Resources

]]> Let's quickly review why websites are such an important asset for connection. We'll define website strategy and outline what you'd need on a website even if you only had 10 minutes to work on it, and no website software.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode
01:11 The Importance of Websites
07:02 Understanding Website Strategy
10:24 Building a Minimum Viable Website

Resources

]]> Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:29:49 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 850 Let's quickly review why websites are such an important asset for connection. We'll define website strategy and outline what you'd need on a website even if you only had 10 minutes to work on it, and no website software.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode
01:11 The Importance of Websites
07:02 Understanding Website Strategy
10:24 Building a Minimum Viable Website

Resources

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Unpacking an Overcomplicated Project 11 11 Unpacking an Overcomplicated Project full dbe59443-0fac-450e-beba-4cd3dab5808e https://share.transistor.fm/s/5c812820 This is an audio only episode in the efforts of simplifying! Let's explore why a creative project can become over-complicated – because sometimes something that seems like perfectionism is actually just a lack of planning and perspective. Here's a framework for keeping things simple and breaking big visions into stackable achievements.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
01:56 The Joy of Visioning and Brainstorming
03:55 Embracing the Growth Mindset
06:13 The Minimum Viable Product Approach
09:04 Overcoming Perfectionism and Attachment
12:09 Taking Action and Simplifying

Resources:

]]> This is an audio only episode in the efforts of simplifying! Let's explore why a creative project can become over-complicated – because sometimes something that seems like perfectionism is actually just a lack of planning and perspective. Here's a framework for keeping things simple and breaking big visions into stackable achievements.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
01:56 The Joy of Visioning and Brainstorming
03:55 Embracing the Growth Mindset
06:13 The Minimum Viable Product Approach
09:04 Overcoming Perfectionism and Attachment
12:09 Taking Action and Simplifying

Resources:

]]> Sun, 21 Jul 2024 20:43:17 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1087 This is an audio only episode in the efforts of simplifying! Let's explore why a creative project can become over-complicated – because sometimes something that seems like perfectionism is actually just a lack of planning and perspective. Here's a framework for keeping things simple and breaking big visions into stackable achievements.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (Resources links below)

In This Episode:
01:56 The Joy of Visioning and Brainstorming
03:55 Embracing the Growth Mindset
06:13 The Minimum Viable Product Approach
09:04 Overcoming Perfectionism and Attachment
12:09 Taking Action and Simplifying

Resources:

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Standout Photos on Your Website 10 10 Standout Photos on Your Website full e11ed0a2-88c5-4e01-9624-1f9150c94689 https://share.transistor.fm/s/42e773b3 Hiring a photographer can feel like an expensive commitment – and it is... because when you hire the right person they will bring out the true you, and give your website visitors the chance to actually connect with YOU. This episode comes directly from the studio where I had my first headshot session with a pro, someone who coached me through the process. I share lessons learned from this session and how I've come to understand the use of photography on a website when working with clients.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast
(Handout links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the studio at Duluth Creative
01:54 The Importance of Working with a Photographer
04:08 How to Work with a Photographer
06:32 How to Choose the Right Photographer
08:13 Types of Photos for Your Website
16:28 Final Thoughts and Resources

Episode Resources:
- Photography Checklist: https://buildwithmaple.notion.site/Website-Photography-Checklist-22876be39eea4deab52f4c533af71233?pvs=4
- Jeska Jane Photography - https://jeskajanephotography.mypixieset.com/Headshots/

]]> Hiring a photographer can feel like an expensive commitment – and it is... because when you hire the right person they will bring out the true you, and give your website visitors the chance to actually connect with YOU. This episode comes directly from the studio where I had my first headshot session with a pro, someone who coached me through the process. I share lessons learned from this session and how I've come to understand the use of photography on a website when working with clients.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast
(Handout links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the studio at Duluth Creative
01:54 The Importance of Working with a Photographer
04:08 How to Work with a Photographer
06:32 How to Choose the Right Photographer
08:13 Types of Photos for Your Website
16:28 Final Thoughts and Resources

Episode Resources:
- Photography Checklist: https://buildwithmaple.notion.site/Website-Photography-Checklist-22876be39eea4deab52f4c533af71233?pvs=4
- Jeska Jane Photography - https://jeskajanephotography.mypixieset.com/Headshots/

]]> Sat, 20 Jul 2024 18:38:53 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1076 Hiring a photographer can feel like an expensive commitment – and it is... because when you hire the right person they will bring out the true you, and give your website visitors the chance to actually connect with YOU. This episode comes directly from the studio where I had my first headshot session with a pro, someone who coached me through the process. I share lessons learned from this session and how I've come to understand the use of photography on a website when working with clients.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast
(Handout links below)

In This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the studio at Duluth Creative
01:54 The Importance of Working with a Photographer
04:08 How to Work with a Photographer
06:32 How to Choose the Right Photographer
08:13 Types of Photos for Your Website
16:28 Final Thoughts and Resources

Episode Resources:
- Photography Checklist: https://buildwithmaple.notion.site/Website-Photography-Checklist-22876be39eea4deab52f4c533af71233?pvs=4
- Jeska Jane Photography - https://jeskajanephotography.mypixieset.com/Headshots/

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No The Garden of Your Mind 9 9 The Garden of Your Mind full 196c81ea-d0ee-4663-96d6-6c596f2e7f69 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9fb673a2 Clarified podcast intro!!! Okay, and the topic today (3 parts as promised) is about cultivating creativity – specifically by considering the structures, habits, support, and people that will support your ideas coming to fruition. Ultimately, our nature is creativity, so no wonder these concepts from nature align so well and appear so often in creativity studies.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode:
00:58 Reflecting on the Podcast Introduction (process)
03:36 Cultivating Creativity
12:00 Nothing is Wasted
20:31 Finding the Others

More resources: 

]]> Clarified podcast intro!!! Okay, and the topic today (3 parts as promised) is about cultivating creativity – specifically by considering the structures, habits, support, and people that will support your ideas coming to fruition. Ultimately, our nature is creativity, so no wonder these concepts from nature align so well and appear so often in creativity studies.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode:
00:58 Reflecting on the Podcast Introduction (process)
03:36 Cultivating Creativity
12:00 Nothing is Wasted
20:31 Finding the Others

More resources: 

]]> Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:25:55 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1674 Clarified podcast intro!!! Okay, and the topic today (3 parts as promised) is about cultivating creativity – specifically by considering the structures, habits, support, and people that will support your ideas coming to fruition. Ultimately, our nature is creativity, so no wonder these concepts from nature align so well and appear so often in creativity studies.

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode:
00:58 Reflecting on the Podcast Introduction (process)
03:36 Cultivating Creativity
12:00 Nothing is Wasted
20:31 Finding the Others

More resources: 

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Creativity Studies, Structure, and Improvisation 8 8 Creativity Studies, Structure, and Improvisation full e9adc38d-daba-4fb0-9abc-9c72e15090d2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5fc54c16 This episode is a reflection on failure, inner critics, and using structure to support flow and improvisation.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast


The field of "productivity" is often misunderstood... well, because of the name. But if you look close, it's really about creativity (at least that's how I've interpreted it). Here's how I got turned onto these ideas, what happened this week when I broke my streak and felt STUCK for 3 whole days – and a reflection on the role of structure to support improvisation.

In

This Episode:

  • 00:00 Introduction and Confession
  • 01:06 The Creative Process and Its Interruptions
  • 03:16 Discovering Productivity and Creativity
  • 05:49 Mind Like Water: Balancing Reactions
  • 06:57 The Cycle of Collecting and Processing
  • 09:05 Battling the Inner Critic
  • 11:40 Structure vs. Improvisation in Music and Creativity
  • 15:50 The Power of Threes
  • 17:48 Conclusion and Invitation

Related Connections

]]> This episode is a reflection on failure, inner critics, and using structure to support flow and improvisation.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast


The field of "productivity" is often misunderstood... well, because of the name. But if you look close, it's really about creativity (at least that's how I've interpreted it). Here's how I got turned onto these ideas, what happened this week when I broke my streak and felt STUCK for 3 whole days – and a reflection on the role of structure to support improvisation.

In

This Episode:

  • 00:00 Introduction and Confession
  • 01:06 The Creative Process and Its Interruptions
  • 03:16 Discovering Productivity and Creativity
  • 05:49 Mind Like Water: Balancing Reactions
  • 06:57 The Cycle of Collecting and Processing
  • 09:05 Battling the Inner Critic
  • 11:40 Structure vs. Improvisation in Music and Creativity
  • 15:50 The Power of Threes
  • 17:48 Conclusion and Invitation

Related Connections

]]> Sat, 13 Jul 2024 19:09:22 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1232 This episode is a reflection on failure, inner critics, and using structure to support flow and improvisation.


Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast


The field of "productivity" is often misunderstood... well, because of the name. But if you look close, it's really about creativity (at least that's how I've interpreted it). Here's how I got turned onto these ideas, what happened this week when I broke my streak and felt STUCK for 3 whole days – and a reflection on the role of structure to support improvisation.

In

This Episode:

  • 00:00 Introduction and Confession
  • 01:06 The Creative Process and Its Interruptions
  • 03:16 Discovering Productivity and Creativity
  • 05:49 Mind Like Water: Balancing Reactions
  • 06:57 The Cycle of Collecting and Processing
  • 09:05 Battling the Inner Critic
  • 11:40 Structure vs. Improvisation in Music and Creativity
  • 15:50 The Power of Threes
  • 17:48 Conclusion and Invitation

Related Connections

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Too Soon For The Messy Middle? 7 7 Too Soon For The Messy Middle? full d4ca11e4-8aa8-4724-990d-4a4e9183e199 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bbf45c73 In this short episode, I share a reflection on the concept of the 'messy middle' and how quickly it can set in. Understanding this has given me perspective and motivation to keep going on challenging creative projects, and I'm relying on it now to get this podcast started too. Let's navigate these ups and downs together!

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode
00:25The Messy Middle
01:54 Taking Breaks and Gaining Perspective
02:26 Reflecting on The Dip by Seth Godin
02:42 Emerging Themes and Resources
03:05 Encouragement for Creative Projects

]]> In this short episode, I share a reflection on the concept of the 'messy middle' and how quickly it can set in. Understanding this has given me perspective and motivation to keep going on challenging creative projects, and I'm relying on it now to get this podcast started too. Let's navigate these ups and downs together!

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode
00:25The Messy Middle
01:54 Taking Breaks and Gaining Perspective
02:26 Reflecting on The Dip by Seth Godin
02:42 Emerging Themes and Resources
03:05 Encouragement for Creative Projects

]]> Tue, 09 Jul 2024 20:52:26 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 220 In this short episode, I share a reflection on the concept of the 'messy middle' and how quickly it can set in. Understanding this has given me perspective and motivation to keep going on challenging creative projects, and I'm relying on it now to get this podcast started too. Let's navigate these ups and downs together!

Subscribe at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast

In This Episode
00:25The Messy Middle
01:54 Taking Breaks and Gaining Perspective
02:26 Reflecting on The Dip by Seth Godin
02:42 Emerging Themes and Resources
03:05 Encouragement for Creative Projects

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress, creativity, productivity, focus, motivation No Being Multi-Passionate 6 6 Being Multi-Passionate full ee2792b8-3b75-430c-a8bc-7e7a9f572832 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7e80f78 Today I brought my kiddo shopping for a bicycle, which led me to buy a new skateboard. This episode is a reflection on being multi-passionate, and doing things for years without caring whether or not I'm particularly great at everything. You may have felt pressured to excel in just one thing – but there is another way, being multi-passionate!

Could we just be present and satisfied in what we do?

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode:

  • 00:05 A Day Out with My Kid
  • 00:28 Getting a New Skateboard
  • 02:00 Feeling Foolish and Multi-Passionate
  • 04:12 The Dip and Practice
  • 07:50 Acceptance and Enjoying Hobbies
  • 11:10 Community and Creative Life
  • 12:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Mentioned in this episode

  • The Dip, by Seth Godin
  • The Practice, by Seth Godin
  • Essentialism, and Effortless, by Greg Mckeown
]]> Today I brought my kiddo shopping for a bicycle, which led me to buy a new skateboard. This episode is a reflection on being multi-passionate, and doing things for years without caring whether or not I'm particularly great at everything. You may have felt pressured to excel in just one thing – but there is another way, being multi-passionate!

Could we just be present and satisfied in what we do?

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode:

  • 00:05 A Day Out with My Kid
  • 00:28 Getting a New Skateboard
  • 02:00 Feeling Foolish and Multi-Passionate
  • 04:12 The Dip and Practice
  • 07:50 Acceptance and Enjoying Hobbies
  • 11:10 Community and Creative Life
  • 12:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Mentioned in this episode

  • The Dip, by Seth Godin
  • The Practice, by Seth Godin
  • Essentialism, and Effortless, by Greg Mckeown
]]> Sun, 07 Jul 2024 19:06:53 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 927 Today I brought my kiddo shopping for a bicycle, which led me to buy a new skateboard. This episode is a reflection on being multi-passionate, and doing things for years without caring whether or not I'm particularly great at everything. You may have felt pressured to excel in just one thing – but there is another way, being multi-passionate!

Could we just be present and satisfied in what we do?

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode:

  • 00:05 A Day Out with My Kid
  • 00:28 Getting a New Skateboard
  • 02:00 Feeling Foolish and Multi-Passionate
  • 04:12 The Dip and Practice
  • 07:50 Acceptance and Enjoying Hobbies
  • 11:10 Community and Creative Life
  • 12:29 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Mentioned in this episode

  • The Dip, by Seth Godin
  • The Practice, by Seth Godin
  • Essentialism, and Effortless, by Greg Mckeown
]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Pruning Invigorates Creativity 5 5 Pruning Invigorates Creativity full 0dc72757-1d44-4205-be04-e9d24a13fe3e https://share.transistor.fm/s/33d00166 When was the last time you pruned your files, cluttered website pages, or deleted projects that will never get done? This episode is a reflection on digital pruning and the importance of letting go of things that no longer serve us. A few months ago I completely redesigned our agency website https://buildwithmaple.com and in the process trimmed over 40 pages and over 70 blog posts!

Read about the redesign process in details on my blog: https://buildwithmaple.com/how-i-redesigned-maple-creative/

Fruit trees are a great metaphor. If they aren't pruned, they can fall over, break, and become prone to fungus and disease. Pruning a fruit tree and creating space will invigorate growth! It's the same for our creative process, especially if you're passionate and full of ideas!

This episode also mentions some tools like Notion to archive old projects, and working through the emotional challenges that can come with this process.

In this Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction 
  • 00:25 The Challenge of Letting Go
  • 02:03 Personal Experience with Pruning
  • 02:33 Tree Pruning Metaphor
  • 04:01 Digital Pruning Techniques
  • 06:14 Using Notion for Organization
  • 08:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
  • 09:49 Engagement and Conclusion

Mentioned:

  • Notion – https://buildwithmaple.com/tool/notion
  • View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> When was the last time you pruned your files, cluttered website pages, or deleted projects that will never get done? This episode is a reflection on digital pruning and the importance of letting go of things that no longer serve us. A few months ago I completely redesigned our agency website https://buildwithmaple.com and in the process trimmed over 40 pages and over 70 blog posts!

Read about the redesign process in details on my blog: https://buildwithmaple.com/how-i-redesigned-maple-creative/

Fruit trees are a great metaphor. If they aren't pruned, they can fall over, break, and become prone to fungus and disease. Pruning a fruit tree and creating space will invigorate growth! It's the same for our creative process, especially if you're passionate and full of ideas!

This episode also mentions some tools like Notion to archive old projects, and working through the emotional challenges that can come with this process.

In this Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction 
  • 00:25 The Challenge of Letting Go
  • 02:03 Personal Experience with Pruning
  • 02:33 Tree Pruning Metaphor
  • 04:01 Digital Pruning Techniques
  • 06:14 Using Notion for Organization
  • 08:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
  • 09:49 Engagement and Conclusion

Mentioned:

  • Notion – https://buildwithmaple.com/tool/notion
  • View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Sat, 06 Jul 2024 21:01:53 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 714 When was the last time you pruned your files, cluttered website pages, or deleted projects that will never get done? This episode is a reflection on digital pruning and the importance of letting go of things that no longer serve us. A few months ago I completely redesigned our agency website https://buildwithmaple.com and in the process trimmed over 40 pages and over 70 blog posts!

Read about the redesign process in details on my blog: https://buildwithmaple.com/how-i-redesigned-maple-creative/

Fruit trees are a great metaphor. If they aren't pruned, they can fall over, break, and become prone to fungus and disease. Pruning a fruit tree and creating space will invigorate growth! It's the same for our creative process, especially if you're passionate and full of ideas!

This episode also mentions some tools like Notion to archive old projects, and working through the emotional challenges that can come with this process.

In this Episode

  • 00:00 Introduction 
  • 00:25 The Challenge of Letting Go
  • 02:03 Personal Experience with Pruning
  • 02:33 Tree Pruning Metaphor
  • 04:01 Digital Pruning Techniques
  • 06:14 Using Notion for Organization
  • 08:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
  • 09:49 Engagement and Conclusion

Mentioned:

  • Notion – https://buildwithmaple.com/tool/notion
  • View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No Yes and... Improv 4 4 Yes and... Improv full dc34d1d0-8394-47f3-9596-32aed8890d5f https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9f368c7 How can we use ideas from improv to improve our creative practice? Spontaneity and creativity aren't so far apart... Using the 'Yes And' approach borrowed from improv comedy can also be a mindset to foster ongoing creativity, effective communication, and even strong boundaries.

The last episode is about overcoming fear of rejection – and I'm curious if you'd find any connections here.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode: 

  • 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
  • 00:34 The Power of 'Yes, And' in Improv
  • 03:04 Applying 'Yes, And' to Real Life
  • 04:21 Book Recommendations and Personal Insights
  • 06:00 A Spontaneous Adventure in Salt Lake City
  • 08:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Mentioned:


View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> How can we use ideas from improv to improve our creative practice? Spontaneity and creativity aren't so far apart... Using the 'Yes And' approach borrowed from improv comedy can also be a mindset to foster ongoing creativity, effective communication, and even strong boundaries.

The last episode is about overcoming fear of rejection – and I'm curious if you'd find any connections here.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode: 

  • 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
  • 00:34 The Power of 'Yes, And' in Improv
  • 03:04 Applying 'Yes, And' to Real Life
  • 04:21 Book Recommendations and Personal Insights
  • 06:00 A Spontaneous Adventure in Salt Lake City
  • 08:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Mentioned:


View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Fri, 05 Jul 2024 17:43:13 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 522 How can we use ideas from improv to improve our creative practice? Spontaneity and creativity aren't so far apart... Using the 'Yes And' approach borrowed from improv comedy can also be a mindset to foster ongoing creativity, effective communication, and even strong boundaries.

The last episode is about overcoming fear of rejection – and I'm curious if you'd find any connections here.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below)

In This Episode: 

  • 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
  • 00:34 The Power of 'Yes, And' in Improv
  • 03:04 Applying 'Yes, And' to Real Life
  • 04:21 Book Recommendations and Personal Insights
  • 06:00 A Spontaneous Adventure in Salt Lake City
  • 08:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Mentioned:


View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress, public speaking, steal the show, michael port, adam grant, think again, sponteneous, creativity, practice No Embrace Rejection to Overcome Perfectionism 3 3 Embrace Rejection to Overcome Perfectionism full 7adb4b5d-93c1-4770-99a8-700cc173cf9d https://share.transistor.fm/s/6430b790 Does the fear of rejection keep you from sharing ideas, publishing a blog post, or releasing a video or podcast? If so, I feel the pain. A deep fear of being misunderstood, judged, rejected, etc... has been holding me back until now.

The last episode is about who the podcast is for (defining an audience) and this is about embracing who it's NOT for. It's a (far from perfect or complete) reflection on why rejection is actually a good thing.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below) 


In This Episode:

  • 00:00 Welcome to Episode Three
  • 00:50 Reflections on Perfectionism
  • 02:00 Embracing Rejection
  • 03:15 The Importance of Authenticity
  • 05:40 Who My Work is For
  • 07:41 Marketing Ethics and Strategies
  • 10:04 Generous Marketing
  • 15:17 Final Thoughts on Rejection and Perfectionism
  • 16:38 Closing Remarks

Mentioned:

View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Does the fear of rejection keep you from sharing ideas, publishing a blog post, or releasing a video or podcast? If so, I feel the pain. A deep fear of being misunderstood, judged, rejected, etc... has been holding me back until now.

The last episode is about who the podcast is for (defining an audience) and this is about embracing who it's NOT for. It's a (far from perfect or complete) reflection on why rejection is actually a good thing.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below) 


In This Episode:

  • 00:00 Welcome to Episode Three
  • 00:50 Reflections on Perfectionism
  • 02:00 Embracing Rejection
  • 03:15 The Importance of Authenticity
  • 05:40 Who My Work is For
  • 07:41 Marketing Ethics and Strategies
  • 10:04 Generous Marketing
  • 15:17 Final Thoughts on Rejection and Perfectionism
  • 16:38 Closing Remarks

Mentioned:

View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:56:41 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 1030 Does the fear of rejection keep you from sharing ideas, publishing a blog post, or releasing a video or podcast? If so, I feel the pain. A deep fear of being misunderstood, judged, rejected, etc... has been holding me back until now.

The last episode is about who the podcast is for (defining an audience) and this is about embracing who it's NOT for. It's a (far from perfect or complete) reflection on why rejection is actually a good thing.

Subscribe to the newsletter at https://buildwithmaple.com/super-connectors-podcast (more links below) 


In This Episode:

  • 00:00 Welcome to Episode Three
  • 00:50 Reflections on Perfectionism
  • 02:00 Embracing Rejection
  • 03:15 The Importance of Authenticity
  • 05:40 Who My Work is For
  • 07:41 Marketing Ethics and Strategies
  • 10:04 Generous Marketing
  • 15:17 Final Thoughts on Rejection and Perfectionism
  • 16:38 Closing Remarks

Mentioned:

View tools and other recommendations at https://buildwithmaple.com/tool-box 

Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector!

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress, confidence, rejection, creators, publishing, podcasting, audience No Define Your Audience (Naming this podcast) 2 2 Define Your Audience (Naming this podcast) full 9dd9b0d0-1fee-4c2e-a8b1-c341b6d3eca9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d43b1bf Choosing a name is one of the most important parts of design – it applies to your business/organization, and also to projects, events, courses, books, blog posts, etc...

In this episode I'll share my process of naming this podcast Super Connectors, and who it's for.

The question "Who is your audience" has always kept me in a loop, overthinking, and changing gears. This is arguably the most important part of any project. It's literally the context itself!

It's now clear to me with this name. For the past 10 years I've worked with Super Connectors! People who prioritize connection and provide generous value. They host events, create cohorts, host talk shows, and build communities. They bring out the best in others and grow networks. Are you a super connector?

Knowing this gives me unlimited ideas for things to share, stories from a decade of design and website strategy, successes and lessons hard learned. I'm so excited to share it with you. 

How (quick behind the scenes and tools)

I created a logo quickly in Canva and used Transistor.fm to host the podcast. I connected it to ConvertKit for audience building and embedded the player on my website. I edited the podcast in Descript, using Studio Sound to improve audio quality. Transistor helped connect everything to different podcast streams, so all good to go! 


Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector! 

]]> Choosing a name is one of the most important parts of design – it applies to your business/organization, and also to projects, events, courses, books, blog posts, etc...

In this episode I'll share my process of naming this podcast Super Connectors, and who it's for.

The question "Who is your audience" has always kept me in a loop, overthinking, and changing gears. This is arguably the most important part of any project. It's literally the context itself!

It's now clear to me with this name. For the past 10 years I've worked with Super Connectors! People who prioritize connection and provide generous value. They host events, create cohorts, host talk shows, and build communities. They bring out the best in others and grow networks. Are you a super connector?

Knowing this gives me unlimited ideas for things to share, stories from a decade of design and website strategy, successes and lessons hard learned. I'm so excited to share it with you. 

How (quick behind the scenes and tools)

I created a logo quickly in Canva and used Transistor.fm to host the podcast. I connected it to ConvertKit for audience building and embedded the player on my website. I edited the podcast in Descript, using Studio Sound to improve audio quality. Transistor helped connect everything to different podcast streams, so all good to go! 


Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector! 

]]> Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:36:45 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 863 Choosing a name is one of the most important parts of design – it applies to your business/organization, and also to projects, events, courses, books, blog posts, etc...

In this episode I'll share my process of naming this podcast Super Connectors, and who it's for.

The question "Who is your audience" has always kept me in a loop, overthinking, and changing gears. This is arguably the most important part of any project. It's literally the context itself!

It's now clear to me with this name. For the past 10 years I've worked with Super Connectors! People who prioritize connection and provide generous value. They host events, create cohorts, host talk shows, and build communities. They bring out the best in others and grow networks. Are you a super connector?

Knowing this gives me unlimited ideas for things to share, stories from a decade of design and website strategy, successes and lessons hard learned. I'm so excited to share it with you. 

How (quick behind the scenes and tools)

I created a logo quickly in Canva and used Transistor.fm to host the podcast. I connected it to ConvertKit for audience building and embedded the player on my website. I edited the podcast in Descript, using Studio Sound to improve audio quality. Transistor helped connect everything to different podcast streams, so all good to go! 


Thank you for being here and for being a Super Connector! 

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress, Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, Super Connectors, Podcast, Web Design, Community Building, Connection, Content Creation, Naming Projects, Design Process, Cohort-Based Courses, Audience Building No Welcome to Super Connectors (experimental mode)! 1 1 Welcome to Super Connectors (experimental mode)! full 09f02653-1173-4bb5-94e5-fac2ad25e976 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0b73f93d Welcome to the very first episode of Super Connectors – a podcast for creators, organizers, community builders, and thoughtful hosts. It's beginning as any creative project ought to (at least by my own advice), with a 30 day challenge. The goal: produce and publish content daily, providing value through the journey as much as the topics themselves. 

This episode includes a discussion of digital strategy, permaculture, and iterative process. It also includes a preview of the framework we (here at Maple Creative) use when coaching our clients on their content. In this and future episodes you'll learn tools to grow a meaningful, profitable, and impactful website and online business that connects people. Welcome to super connectors episode one!

]]> Welcome to the very first episode of Super Connectors – a podcast for creators, organizers, community builders, and thoughtful hosts. It's beginning as any creative project ought to (at least by my own advice), with a 30 day challenge. The goal: produce and publish content daily, providing value through the journey as much as the topics themselves. 

This episode includes a discussion of digital strategy, permaculture, and iterative process. It also includes a preview of the framework we (here at Maple Creative) use when coaching our clients on their content. In this and future episodes you'll learn tools to grow a meaningful, profitable, and impactful website and online business that connects people. Welcome to super connectors episode one!

]]> Mon, 01 Jul 2024 19:02:57 -0700 Ryan Clover Ryan Clover 720 Welcome to the very first episode of Super Connectors – a podcast for creators, organizers, community builders, and thoughtful hosts. It's beginning as any creative project ought to (at least by my own advice), with a 30 day challenge. The goal: produce and publish content daily, providing value through the journey as much as the topics themselves. 

This episode includes a discussion of digital strategy, permaculture, and iterative process. It also includes a preview of the framework we (here at Maple Creative) use when coaching our clients on their content. In this and future episodes you'll learn tools to grow a meaningful, profitable, and impactful website and online business that connects people. Welcome to super connectors episode one!

]]> Kit, websites, events, webinars, conferences, summits, marketing, email marketing, ConvertKit, Kit, WordPress No