EP264: Purpose, Destination, Focus and Curiosity with Jon Yarian

EP264: Purpose, Destination, Focus and Curiosity with Jon Yarian

Author: Kristen Manieri September 28, 2023 Duration: 52:15

Writer, speaker and serial entrepreneur Jon Yarian shares his perspective on the things that get in the way of our performance (in life and at work) and the things that cause us to excel and thrive. Sharing a few key concepts from his new book, Spark: 24 Concepts to Ignite, Unstick or Supercharge Your Work Life, Jon challenges conventional business thinking and encourages a radical mindset shift. 

 

Guest Bio

Jon Yarian is a writer, speaker, serial entrepreneur and performance coach. He is Senior Vice President of Operations and Strategy at Sovereign and is the co-founder of Outline, an award-winning brand studio. Previously, Jon founded a strategic communications consultancy, served as a press secretary on Capitol Hill, and led national accounts for a Washington, D.C., public relations firm. He lives in Charleston, South Carolina.

 

For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode264 

 

Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com 

 

Mentioned in this Episode

Guest's book: Spark: 24 Concepts to Ignite, Unstick or Supercharge Your Work Life Paperback – May 16, 2023 by Chris Mettler (Author), Jon Yarian (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Spark-Concepts-Ignite-Unstick-Supercharge/dp/1399407619  

 

Guest's website: 

https://sparkbook.com/ 

 

Host Bio

Kristen Manieri is a coach who works with teams to increase both productivity and wellbeing. She also helps individuals navigate transition with clarity and confidence. Her areas of focus are: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, habit formation, rest rituals, and self-care. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 200 authors about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional and joyful life. Learn more at kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me. 

 

Learn more about coaching: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com 

Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast  







In a world that often feels rushed and fragmented, 60 Mindful Minutes offers a space to slow down and reconnect with what matters. Host Kristen Manieri sits down with best-selling authors and thinkers, not for abstract theory, but for practical conversations about weaving intention into the fabric of daily life. This podcast lives at the intersection of science, health, and social connection, exploring how small shifts in awareness can lead to profound changes in our well-being and relationships. Each episode feels like a deep, personal dialogue, where guests share their insights on living with greater consciousness and purpose. You’ll hear tangible ideas for fostering deeper connections with others and with yourself, all grounded in accessible wisdom. The aim is to leave you reflecting on your own patterns and possibilities-questioning how you might engage with the world more fully. By dedicating this time to mindful exploration, the podcast becomes a tool for personal evolution, one thoughtful conversation at a time. Tune in for a consistent source of inspiration that challenges you to examine your habits, your relationships, and your inner landscape, all through the lens of living deliberately.
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