The Aim Upward Podcast
Join Craig Honeycutt for a series of simple conversations centered around coaching and growth.
Episodes
32 episodes
Episode 32 - What Would Houdini Do?
Talking about getting caught up in tight communication spaces with people. It gets messy and complex with people. Pick the lock that opens things up.
Episode 31 - The Algorithm and The Stories That Color Us
Today I talk about navigating the wild seas of digital news and information. I view so much of the world through changing technology and how it affects all of us. We are all getting so much news that is catered to what we are ...
Episode #30 - A Time of Water and A Time of Fire
Welcome to 2025. This week, I share thoughts about Hurricane Helene in NC and the Fires in Los Angeles. I also talk about my stint as a Crisis Communication Director for Carolina Ranch during the Shrub Peatland fire of 2022. There is a lot goin...
Episode 29 - All Hallowed and All Sainted
Happy Halloween. Time to let go of the past and embrace the future. But first, relish the echoes and the shadows in gratitude.
Episode 28 - Recycling Your Pain
This week I talk about recycling your pain. It's a fascinating topic because we all use our past motivation.
Episdoe 27 - Equinox 2024
In this episode, I talk about the Equinox and some things to consider in your progression for the year.
Episode 26 - Aquariums for the Soul w/Trey Simmons
This week, I spoke with my friend Trey Simmons about the art of Aqua-Scaping. I was intrigued by seeing one of his amazing aquariums that had plants growing out of the top and out into the room like a living garden. It led to a long discussion ...
Episode 25 - Discussing "The War Of Art" with Chip Warren.
This week, I connected with long-time friend, Chip Warren about the book "The War of Art" by Stephen Pressfield. Chip introduced me to the book in 2003 when I was transitioning out of the music industry.Chip is a writer and filmma...
Episode 24 - Meditating On Your Younger Self
This week, I talk about the Positive Intelligence Exercise around Meditating on your younger self. You can sign up for weekly email HERE.
Episode 23 - No Mud, No Lotus
This week I talk about how the power of composting your past. It makes great fertilizer!
Episode 22 - Digital Living (Part 2): The Great Forgetting
The Great Forgetting. We are being soaked in novel information through technology at an increasing rate. It messes with our ability to orient through context memory.I talk about my observations in this space today.
Episode 21 - Lead With The Boundaries and Follow With The Compassion
This week I talk about an experience I had learning from some Buddhist monks. They used the phrase "Lead With The Boundaries and Follow With The Compassion"Sign up for weekly email HERE.
Episode 20 - The Energetics of First Harvest
Happy August First. It's a great time to be alive. This week I talk about Lammas and the idea of First Harvest and how it can be leveraged for growth. Sign up for the weekly email HERE.
Episode 19 - The Storytellers Triangle
This week I talk about a thing I love talking about - The Storyteller's Triangle. The StoryThe TellerThe AudienceSign up for the weekly ema...
Episode 18 - Active Listening (Part 3) - 24 Hours with Dr. Susan Rogers
I had the pleasure of spending 24 hours with Dr. Susan Rogers, the author of "This Is What It Sounds Like." Susan teaches at Berklee College and also worked as a recording engineer and producer for 25 years of Music and ha.She spe...
Episode 17 - The Art Of Re-Invention (Part 3): Yoga With Michael Franti
Today, I discuss a full-circle moment with Michael Franti. Sometimes, you have moments that allow you to see your future self. It's amazing when that self shows up.Sign up for weekly email he...
Episode 16 - Out Of Many, One
Today, I talk about E Pluribus Unum. Have a great 4th.https://aim-upward.ck.page/profile
Episode 15 - The Abundance Of Roger Federer
This week we talk about R-Fed and some lessons to learn from him.You can sign up for the Aim Upward Weekly email HERE.Federer Commencement Speech at Dartmouth
Episode 14: Summer Solstice - Let There Be Light.
Today I talk about Summer Solstice. Happy Summer.You can sign up for weekly email here.
Episode 13 - The Ambition For Excellence
The topic this week is The Ambition For Excellence. You can sign up for the weekly email here:https://aim-upward.ck.page/profile
Episode 12 - A Flashlight At The Crossroads
This week I speak briefly about the crossroads and those holding flashlights at those crossroads. Click HERE to get on the weekly email list.
Episode 11 - Holding Uncertainty in the Face of Complexity w/Sally Seppanen
This week, I spoke with fellow coach Sally Seppanen about Complexity and Leadership. Sally is a veteran coach and leadership consultant from the DC area. She has extensive experience in working with highfunctioning leaders here in the US and In...
Episode 10 - Activate, Activate, Activate
It's the season for action. Week 10 is dedicated to the PQ sage power of "activate."Give yourself permission to go for it.
Episode 9: Finding Production Rhythm In The Natural Cycles
Today I talk about the Wheel of the Year and how to adjust your rhythms to the sun holidays and cross-quarter days. It's a little obscure but I have found success in self-management and expectation around these ways of viewing the natural...