Field Notes

Curated reading, viewing, and listening.

A working library of the articles, videos, podcasts, and books James points to when clients ask “what should I read next?” New entries get added as they earn their place.

VideoOct 18, 2025

Leading with Authenticity and Vulnerability: Brené Brown & Adam Grant

Courage, vulnerability, and grounded values as practical leadership tools for performance and trust.

VideoSep 24, 2025

The BEST Leaders Do THIS

The best leaders adapt their style to the situation rather than expecting their teams to adapt to them.

VideoSep 23, 2025

Brené Brown talks redefining leadership in a changing world

Brené Brown's new book links physical core strength to organizational health and leadership effectiveness.

VideoAug 15, 2025

How To Win In The New AI Creative Economy | Tea with GaryVee Episode 80

AI is dismantling creative industries, and the only winning move is deep execution skill, not ideas.

VideoAug 13, 2025

AI + Social Media = The Biggest Opportunity of Our Lifetime | GaryVee @ Aspire4More Mastermind

AI and social media together create unprecedented business growth opportunities that most operators are still ignoring.

VideoMay 21, 2025

What is the ACTUAL role of money in business? | Simon Sinek

One sentence tagline coming up. TAGLINE Money is fuel, not purpose — visionary companies use their "why" as a filter before chasing profit.

VideoApr 16, 2025

THIS Is The 1.5 Hr Car Ride That Will Change Your Business Strategy For GOOD | GaryVee Backseat Q&A

How to handle family business conflict, early-career impatience, and self-accountability as an operator or entrepreneur.

VideoApr 4, 2025

Here's a Better Way to View Your Competitors in Business | Simon Sinek

Here's a Better Way to View Your Competitors in Business | Simon Sinek Reframing competitors as worthy rivals shifts focus from beating others to improving yourself.

VideoFeb 16, 2025

Embrace Vulnerability and Lead Bravely | Brené Brown

Brave leadership requires staying present through discomfort, risk, and exposure rather than retreating from difficult moments.