My Takes by Jonathan Saar

My Takes
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My Takes by Jonathan Saar
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11/4/2024
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June 26, 2026
Stop Selling, Start Creating: Unlocking the Disney Experience
Welcome back to My Takes! Today, we’re talking about creating magic—not just content. Have you ever wondered why some brands just "get it" without constantly pushing a hard sell? I’m drawing inspiration from my time at Mount Pisgah in the beautiful Adirondacks to explore what it really means to create a "Disney-like" experience for your community. If you’re tired of chasing sales and want to start building real traction, this episode is for you. Let’s dive into how we can turn your content into an experience your audience actually wants to be part of. Highlights & Key Takeaways 0:00 – Adirondack Inspiration: Discover how the trails of Mount Pisgah—and their unique names—got me thinking about the fundamentals of brand storytelling. 0:25 – The "Disney-Like" Experience: Why the most successful organizations never seem to "sell" anything, yet gain the most loyalty. 0:40 – Content Fundamentals: Breaking down the pillars of great content—fun, connection, branding, and flow. 0:50 – Community First: Why your focus needs to shift from transactions to creating magic to see real long-term traction.

June 19, 2026
Lesson Learned: Avoid the Judgment, Embrace the Moment
A quick follow-up about the importance of disconnecting and a lesson learned. I recently caught myself feeling a bit frustrated seeing everyone on their devices, and found myself being a bit negative. We all know the importance of disconnecting, but it’s also harder than it looks. So I want to take a step back and switch the script to be more positive. If you can get out there! Now let me put my device down :) 0:00 - The Temptation of Negative Posting: I share my internal struggle with wanting to post about people on their devices and why I chose to stay positive instead. 0:15 - Why We Head to the Trail: A look at the real reasons we choose nature—mental health, clearing the mind, and connecting with friends and family. 0:35 - Living in the Moment: My final challenge to you: find a way to disconnect, embrace the outdoors, and fully enjoy your surroundings.

June 12, 2026
The Pain of Disconnecting: Are We Too Tied to Our Devices?
Have you ever tried to enjoy a beautiful day outside, only to find yourself constantly checking your devices? Today, I’m coming to you from the stunning Chedoke Rail Trail in Hamilton, Ontario, but my mind is on something a little heavier: the struggle to truly disconnect. Are we suffering from a digital "disease" of being too tied to our devices? Let's talk about why unplugging is so hard—and why we desperately need to figure it out. Key Highlights & Timestamps 0:00 – The Digital Dilemma: Observations from the Chidoke Rail Trail on why disconnecting feels like such a struggle in today's world. 0:15 – Is Connectivity a Disease?: A candid take on how our constant reliance on devices might be impacting our ability to enjoy the present moment. 0:30 – The "Back Channel" Solution: My personal strategy for staying reachable for family without being tethered to everything else.
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