# Episode 373: Interview with James Robbins

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Podcast: [Acting Business Boot Camp](https://stenobird.com/podcast/acting-business-boot-camp-2637711)
Published: 2026-01-21T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of the Acting Business Bootcamp Podcast , I sit down with James Robbins to talk about listening to your inner voice, building resilience, and what happens when you stop ignoring the signals that something needs to change. James shares stories from his life as a climber and leadership coach, including what he's learned from climbing mountains, facing fear, and doing hard things repeatedly. We talk about burnout, discernment, anxiety, and how these lessons apply directly to actors navigating uncertainty in their careers. This episode is about courage, self-trust, and staying engaged in your acting career even when the path forward feels uncomfortable or unclear. About James James Robbins is an international keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and author of Nine Minutes on Monday and The Call to Climb. He helps people uncover purpose, build resilience, and lead with clarity and heart. His work has inspired leaders and teams around the world, blending storytelling with practical strategies for growth. Don't Ignore Your Appointment With Your Soul James shared a phrase in this conversation that stayed with me: most of us ignore our appointment with our soul. He talked about how this often shows up when everything looks fine on the outside, but internally something feels off. You might have stability, validation, or a life that makes sense to other people, yet still feel restless or disengaged. Ignoring that inner voice does not make it disappear. Over time, it usually leads to exhaustion or burnout. That deadness is often the signal, not the problem. Doing Hard Things Repeatedly Makes You Wiser A major theme of this episode is the value of doing hard things on purpose. James described climbing at high altitude and how mountains wear you down mentally before…

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