In this episode, Stan talks with Chip Conley, an iconic entrepreneur and the founder of the Joie De Vivre hotel chain, a key player in Airbnb, and the creator of the Modern Elder Academy. They dive into the principles of karmic capitalism, lessons learned from building and scaling multiple successful businesses, and strategies for maintaining a good reputation.

Chip shares his experiences at Airbnb, dealing with regulation challenges, and the importance of inter-generational collaboration.

They also discuss the Modern Elder Academy, where Chip helps individuals navigate midlife transitions and find new purpose.

This episode is rich with lessons in negotiation, leadership, and holistic thinking.

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Chip’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMidlifeChrysalisPodcast

Modern Elder Academy: https://www.meawisdom.com/

Chip’s podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMidlifeChrysalisPodcast

00:00 Introduction to Karmic Capitalism

00:20 Meet Chip Conley: Entrepreneurial Journey

02:48 Founding Joie de Vivre Hotel Chain

05:55 Negotiating with Bands and Tour Managers

11:26 Risk and Decision Making in Business

15:21 Hotel Vitale: A Case Study in Negotiation

19:26 Managing Through Economic Downturns

23:34 Transition to Airbnb and Burning Man Involvement

29:20 The Ethos of Burning Man

29:39 Negotiation Strategies and Personal Stories

31:46 Joining Airbnb: A New Challenge

33:08 Building Culture and Facing Challenges at Airbnb

36:33 Navigating Co-Founder Dynamics

40:28 Regulation and Host Relations

45:02 Founding the Modern Elder Academy

48:09 Helping People Navigate Midlife Transitions

52:25 The Value of Wisdom and Experience

54:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this insightful episode you will learn about the power of persuasion and negotiation from David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group. Dive into his extensive experience in relationship-building, fundraising, and leadership. Discover Rubenstein's methods for becoming an effective communicator and the significance of self-deprecating humor and active listening in negotiations. Gain an insider's perspective on political dynamics, U.S. presidencies, and nonprofit leadership as Rubenstein shares stories from his distinguished career. Whether in business, politics, or personal relationships, find out how persistence, integrity, and bipartisanship are key to success.

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Persuasion

01:00 Building Relationships: Insights from David Rubenstein

01:38 Developing an Outgoing Personality

03:34 Lessons from Ted Sorenson

04:47 The Role of Persistence in Fundraising

08:17 Recruiting and Integrity at Carlisle

11:36 Leadership Transitions at Carlisle

14:36 Current Political Climate and Bipartisanship

21:07 International Relations and Allies

23:06 Presidential Power and Persuasion

25:45 Trump's Popularity in the Middle East

26:52 Reflecting on Jimmy Carter's Legacy

28:08 Challenges in Leading Nonprofit Organizations

32:19 The Role of Presidents in Negotiation

33:05 Evaluating Presidential Effectiveness

38:48 Obama's Struggles with Bipartisanship

40:39 Supreme Court Confirmations and Politics

42:03 Perspectives on Reagan and Bush

45:19 Biden's Negotiation Challenges

46:27 US-China Relations

47:52 The Importance of Negotiation Skills

50:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this compelling episode, Jake Harriman, founder of More Perfect Union, discusses his mission to bridge America's partisan divide through community service, civics, and social gatherings. Harriman, a former Marine with extensive combat experience in Iraq, shares how his military background and a transformational encounter in Southern Iraq pushed him to address extreme poverty in Africa through the nonprofit Nuru International. He later transitioned to More Perfect Union, inspired by the growing political divide in America. The conversation covers Harriman's active efforts in various communities, from rural Texas to urban Washington D.C., to unite people across political lines through structured activities and curated conversations. Key negotiation lessons emphasize active listening, empathy, and finding common ground.

00:00 Introduction to the Guest and His Mission

01:10 Jake's Military Background and Lessons Learned

02:10 Negotiation Stories from the Battlefield

12:37 A Life-Changing Experience in Iraq

17:33 Founding NRU International

19:42 Challenges and Successes in Africa

27:14 Negotiation Tactics in Challenging Environments

27:58 Ensuring Safety in Remote Areas

29:05 Building Trust with Local Leaders

30:45 Personal Stories of Security and Negotiation

32:03 Faith in the Military's Loyalty

33:23 Transition to More Perfect Union

35:24 Founding More Perfect Union

37:02 Brickyards: Building Community Trust

40:15 Success Stories from Brickyards

48:25 Recruiting and Training Brickyard Leaders

55:48 Final Thoughts and Getting Involved

Host Stan Christensen has spent his career working as a professional negotiator in a variety of arenas. He has also taught a popular course on negotiation at Stanford University for over twenty years.