What is the best thing that I love about my work? I love the building business process. The idea to revenue stream and everything in-between
What is my idea of perfect happiness? Seeing my kids smile!
What is my greatest fear? That my children will live on a shitty planet that was messed up by people from the past.
What is the trait that I most deplore in myself? My ability to say no to people as well as being taken advantage of for other’s progress at my expense.
Which living persons in my profession do i most admire? My cousin Nick (KSHB on the OTC) has become very successful in his entrepreneurship journey. Hoping to get my companies to that level in the near future.
What is my greatest extravagance? Sometime’s I impulse buy things that I want to learn but then do not complete the education of the product thus not getting the best ROI on that product.
On what occasion would I lie? I have VERITAS tattooed on my neck so lies are not an option. Is this a lie? If so which part?
What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work? My different companies have always had different things I dislike. It is hard to pinpoint something that I truly dislike. I would say this the customer is not always right and will stand up for my beliefs as long as the facts support it.
When and where was I the happiest, in my work? Results and milestones always create happiness for me in my work. When a long task gets checked off it is always a relief.
If I could, what would I change about myself? Being more physically active
What is my greatest achievement in work? Helping other’s creative dreams become reality
What do the words ‘The Financial Freedom to Create’ mean to me? To me it mean’s being able to fluidly create something that inspires me with zero restrictions.
Where would I most like to live? New Zealand, preferably Nelson. However, I also love Barcelona.
What is my most treasured possession? my brain.
What is my most marked characteristic? I have been told I have an infectious smile
What is my most inspirational location, in my city?Land of Medicine Buddha is a serene place to hike and contemplate in the Redwoods
What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city? Not the biggest drinker but can recommend you to some great Cannabis Dispensaries in our town 😉
What books influenced my life and how? Robert Greene’s books 48 laws to power, 33 Strategies of War, Art of Seduction, and Mastery are all great books if looked at not by the title but knowledge and strategy within when applied to life and business and love. The Emerald Tablets of Thoth is another great read to get the mind thinking.
Who are my favorite writers? Robert Greene
You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day? Bob Marley soothes the soul
Who is my hero or heroine in fiction? V in V for Vendetta. Sometimes you have to fight injustice and what better way than with intelligence and a cape.
Who are my heroes and heroines in real life? This is an interesting one for me as I do not really have heroes. I see everyone as equal. I do have people that I admire as individuals for their skill sets and ability to help others. Derek Andersen is a friend and mentor who connects the globe through entrepreneurship. Pascal Finette will blow your mind with knowledge of the now and where we are going 50 years from now.
Which movie would i recommend to see once in a lifetime? Baraka
What role plays art in my life and work? Art Mind Design has been my tag line for my company for a while now. I believe you can find art in almost anything whether it was intended that way or not.
Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, a partner in crime? My kids im sure are my greatest fans
Whom would I like to work with in 2017? I would love to work with Elon Musk because he is a master of getting shit done. See gyshido.com
Which people in my profession would i love to meet in 2017? I would love to meet Elon Musk, have a few propositions for him regarding saving humanity from itself with a direct connection to people who can make it happen.
What project, in 2017, am I looking forward to work on? Helping Scale Kushmoda.com to an acquisition.
Where can you see me or my work in 2017? Kushmoda.com or can find me on linkedin.com
What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me? To me, this means when something speaks to us we follow it forever. We may not get paid in doing our passion but we follow it because it makes us happy!
Which creative heroes should Peter invite to tell their story?
Derek Andersen CEO of Startup Grind and Pascal Finette of Singularity University
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