Finding Purpose: How to defend your values (w/ Yara Shahidi & Keri Salter) | from Fixable
Summary
TED Business host Madhupeh shares a Fixable episode featuring actress Yara Shahidi and her mother, producer Carrie Salter. They discuss their production company, 7th Sun, and how shared purpose drives their work to create inclusive, joyful stories in Hollywood. The conversation explores balancing creative vision with business realities, navigating legacy, and maintaining personal well-being while challenging industry norms.
Topics discussed
Intro: Purpose in business and sponsor messages
Yara Shahidi and Carrie Salter introduce their partnership
The organic evolution of Seventh Sun Productions
Defining 'Highest Order' and personal purpose
The meaning behind their matching tattoos
Creating joyful stories beyond trauma narratives
Navigating Hollywood's changing political landscape
Protecting energy and finding small purposes
Advice on family business dynamics and boundaries
Current fixations and closing credits
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