In this transformative episode of Million Dollar Branders podcast, Justine sits down with Sebastian Siegel, British-American Screenwriter, Director, Author, and Actor for a deeply thought-provoking dialogue. Drawing from the format of his acclaimed 8 Questions series, she asks Sebastian eight profound questions that unravel the intersection of life, emotion, business and entrepreneurship.
Together, they explore the untapped power of human emotion as a strategic force in business. Sebastian reveals how tears can act as alchemical tools for growth, and how navigating the tension between anxiety and joy can become a catalyst for innovation and clarity.
The conversation moves into higher ground as they unpack the role of gratitude in shaping a resilient, visionary mindset and how this simple practice can radically transform your leadership and elevate your brand. This episode is more than a conversation, it’s an invitation to lead with emotional intelligence, build with soul, and design a brand that leaves a legacy. Tune in with an open mind and prepare to think differently.
Sebastian Siegel's Background (00:00:23)
The Role of Tears in Leadership (00:01:19)
Technology and Emotional Connection (00:02:06)
The Purpose of Anxiety and Pain (00:03:35)
Joy and Pain: A Dual Experience (00:05:42)
The Danger of Constant Happiness (00:06:31)
Anxiety as a Voice of the Soul (00:10:46)
Seeking Fulfilment Over Happiness (00:10:03)
Gratitude vs. Happiness (00:13:00)
Eternal Life and God (00:17:32)
The Nature of God and Eternal Life (00:22:01
The Duty of Passing the Torch (00:22:40)
Making Life Wider and Deeper (00:23:05)
Exploring the Purpose of Life (00:23:26)
Two Modes of Knowing God (00:24:14)
Interior vs. Exterior Realms (00:25:06)
The Fallacy of Misplaced Concreteness (00:26:07)
The Drive for Connection (00:30:13)
The Impulse for Communication (00:30:27)
The Five Stages of Love (00:33:13)
The Continuity of Love Beyond Death (00:40:24)
Embodying Relationships in the Present (00:42:22)
The Importance of Grace and Grit in Business (00:43:48)
The Intersection of Art and Business (00:44:45)
The Importance of Constraints (00:46:08)
Devotion to Storytelling (00:47:01)
Audience Reception and Critique (00:48:49)
Resilience in Business (00:50:56)
The Role of Intuition (00:53:04)
Devotion to Original Intuition (00:55:12)
The Fundamental Question: Who Am I? (01:00:05)
Influential Figures and Their Works (01:06:21)
Exploring the Concept of God (01:07:16)
The Power of Questions (01:08:12)Defining Hell and Heaven (01:08:29)
Emotional Moments in Interviews (01:09:22)
The Continuity of Life and G-d (01:10:32)