5. How Journaling Saved the Founder of Rustico Leather |Isaac Childs

The Real F Word

Joe Grover sits down with the journal enthusiast, traveler, entrepreneur, and founder of Rustico Leather, Isaac Childs. In this episode, they discuss how Rustico Leather started, the challenges of parting ways with loyal employees, insights into product development, and how journaling is a therapeutic tool.

Isaac has been a serial entrepreneur and business owner for most of his life. While in college, his passion for writing and travel led him to create and build Rustico.com, a leather goods company that focused on journals and notebooks. Isaac's lifelong passion for journaling and His vast knowledge and expertise have made him a highly sought-after speaker on the effective methodologies and science behind the subject. He is a practicing yogi, breathwork practitioner, and meditation guide. Isaac can often be found traveling the world, hanging out with his kids, or fly fishing on a remote spot on the river.

This episode was recorded on September 27th, 2024

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For Isaac:

https://www.instagram.com/mindfulnessmatrix/

For Joe:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelgrover/

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Chapter

1. Navigating Entrepreneurial Failure (00:00:00)

2. Building Purposeful Entrepreneurial Success (00:11:46)

3. Evolving Business Strategy and Decisions (00:15:39)

4. Adapting Business Operations Amid Crisis (00:20:38)

5. Navigating Emotional and Financial Impact (00:33:38)

6. Discovering Identity Beyond Entrepreneurial Failure (00:48:18)