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.

PodcastMay 27, 2022

Psychedelics, Consciousness, and AI | Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins and Jordan Peterson debate consciousness, psychedelics, evolution, and the limits of scientific truth.

PodcastDec 27, 2021

Gymshark CEO: How I Built A $1.5 Billion Business At 19! Ben Francis

How Ben Francis built Gymshark from a bedroom startup into a billion-dollar brand by mastering self-awareness and strategic delegation.

VideoDec 10, 2021

Entrepreneurs Are NOT Conscientious People | Jordan Peterson: Priceless Moments on Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurs are high in openness, low in conscientiousness, and face structural odds that favor caution over creation.

VideoAug 23, 2021

Seth Godin – Leadership vs. Management - What it means to make a difference

Leadership requires taking personal responsibility for outcomes, while management relies on authority and compliance.

PodcastNov 5, 2020

"Why SPENDING MORE Time & Energy WON'T Make You SUCCESSFUL!" | Seth Godin & Lewis Howes

Seth Godin challenges creatives to build disciplined daily practices instead of chasing outcomes, audiences, or approval.

PodcastSep 19, 2020

The Focus Project | Erik Qualman | Socialnomics | The Marketing Expedition Podcast | Episode 44

A best-selling author and keynote speaker shares frameworks for focus, personal branding, and deliberate business growth in a distracted world.

VideoMay 24, 2020

How to Sell a Product | Jordan B Peterson

How creative entrepreneurs and small operators can overcome the psychological and practical barriers to selling their work.

VideoMay 15, 2020

What To Do To Be Successful | Jordan B Peterson

A practical framework for building the habits, goals, and daily routines that drive long-term career and life success.

VideoMar 5, 2020

Why purpose-driven companies are thriving (and can change the world) | Ryan Hillier | TEDxMontreal

Purpose-driven business models that embed social good into core operations offer a genuine competitive advantage over traditional profit-first approaches.