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Say Yes, Figure It Out Later: The Creative Path to Breakthrough Opportunities - with Paul Pape.

Say Yes, Figure It Out Later: The Creative Path to Breakthrough Opportunities - with Paul Pape.

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 Today, Sean sits down with Paul Pape, a creative powerhouse known as the ‘Santa for Nerds’. Paul shares his incredible 20-year journey from inventing pop-out architectural furniture to creating viral custom collectibles and props for giants like The Tonight Show, Disney, and Nickelodeon. They discuss the critical ‘Bend, Don't Break’ mindset that saved Paul’s career when technology threatened his first business, and his ‘Say Yes, Figure It Out Later’ approach that landed him a high-stakes project building a life-size LEGO Seinfeld set. KEY TAKEAWAYS When the market shifts or technology renders your product obsolete, you must be willing to pivot immediately. Standing rigid like a redwood will only lead to the collapse of your business; flexibility is the key to longevity. Growth often comes from accepting challenges you aren't fully prepared for. Whether it’s building a trophy for a worm-charming competition or a LEGO set for Jerry Seinfeld, trusting your ability to learn on the fly can open massive doors. Perfectionism kills momentum. Don't wait until a product is flawless to release it. Get it to a ‘done’ state, ship it, and refine it through future iterations based on real-world feedback. In the age of social media vanity metrics, entrepreneurs often obsess over viral fame. Paul argues you don't need millions of followers; you need 100 true fans who resonate with your specific passion to build a sustainable business foundation. In a crowded marketplace, your product is often just a commodity. The true differentiator is your story and your identity. When you sell who you are, the money becomes an exchange of value for your unique magic, not just a transaction for goods. BEST MOMENTS "You'll never be satisfied with perfect, you just gotta be satisfied with done." "Bend, don't break. I know too many people who stand as redwoods with their ideas, their ideologies, and their products. And what happens is when the seasons change, they can't adjust." "Quit selling your sh*t, sell yourself. You are the wizard. You are the magic item maker." "If you can run a lemonade stand, you can run a business. You just need to understand scaling. It's all it is." "There's 8.3 billion people on this planet. If you can find those 100 people [who love what you do], they will be your fans." HOST BIO Meet Your Host: Sean O’Hara, MBA – Entrepreneur, Sales Strategist, and Relentless Business Optimist. With over 20 years in the entrepreneurial trenches—guiding scrappy startups and Fortune 1000 giants alike—Sean brings a rare mix of strategic insight and real-world experience to every conversation. Known for his sharp sales acumen and down-to-earth style, he doesn’t just talk business—he lives it. Sean’s superpower? Asking the right questions, then stepping back to let the wisdom flow. His curiosity-driven interview style unlocks actionable insights, powerful stories, and the kind of truth today’s entrepreneurs actually need. If you’re serious about building a business that lasts, Sean’s the guide you’ll want in your corner. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
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