#220: 7x Venture Exits, Working On George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch, & How YOU Can Create Your Own Luck w/ Monica Laurence
The best way I could describe today’s guest would be to say “she’s magic in human form.”
Monica Laurence has lived a truly remarkable life of magic and curiosity.
Here’s a small sample of some of her adventures:
- 7x venture exits & former Silicon Valley CEO
- Owns a private resort in Fiji for thinkers and doers
- Worked for Lucas Film, Disney, and Accenture
- TEDx speaker with her talk, “You Need Luck To Succeed“
In other words:
She’s a beyond curious entrepreneur who is obsessed with the Island life.
There is SO much in today’s episode, but here are 3 things to look forward to:
- What Monica learned from getting to work at George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch and how it shaped her ability to build a playground for manifesting her curiosities
- Why Monica decided to buy a private resort in Fiji as her “next move” after 7x exits
- Monica’s experiences with “quantum surfing” and how you can create an “intuition temple” to help increase your ability to experience synchronicity and magic
This is a FUN one and I can’t wait for you to listen!
Huge shoutout to Blake Fly who introduced me to Monica!
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Podcast Show Notes: Beyond Curious with Monica Laurence
Episode Title: Building a Life of Luck, Playfulness, and Magic with Monica Laurence
00:00 - Introduction to Beyond Curious and today's guest, Monica Laurence
Host Brandon Fong opens with an introduction to Beyond Curious, setting the stage for an enlightening conversation with Monica Laurence, founder coach, serial entrepreneur, and expert in teaching people how to harness luck. Monica has had 7 venture exits, curated a community of global entrepreneurs, presented at TEDx, and runs a retreat in Fiji. Listeners are teased with three takeaways: lessons from Skywalker Ranch, Monica's bold leap into owning a Fijian resort, and her method of "quantum surfing."
05:46 - Learning resilience and magic from Fiji’s unique culture
Monica recounts how her uncle’s experiences in Fiji revealed the transformative power of community, culture, and authenticity. She shares how these influences inspired her path and fueled her curiosity and adventurous spirit.
10:38 - Monica’s experience at George Lucas’s Skywalker Ranch
Monica details her time at Lucasfilm, where she worked in business development and strategy. She describes the magical environment of Skywalker Ranch, including how George Lucas’s innovative approach to blending technology and storytelling inspired her. Monica reflects on the importance of creating a "playground for manifesting curiosities," a concept she later applied in her ventures.
16:12 - Mentorship and embracing the art of failure
Monica draws parallels between the mentorship she received from her uncle and her time at Lucasfilm. Both experiences highlighted the power of experimentation and reframing failure as a natural part of discovery. Monica shares insights on how these lessons informed her approach to building ventures and fostering creativity.
24:40 - The story of Tavola: Monica’s retreat in Fiji
Monica explains how her intuition led her to purchase an 8-acre retreat in a remote part of Fiji. She describes the challenges of restoring the property, her vision of creating a sanctuary for creators and entrepreneurs, and the emotional moment when she shared her accomplishments with her uncle before his passing.
30:59 - Transforming a dream into reality, one spool of cable at a time
Monica shares a humorous yet inspiring story about how she established Internet connectivity on her Fijian property. The process of hauling and installing a massive cable spool exemplified her determination and ability to bring big visions to life.
34:37 - The transformative power of intuition: Monica’s “Year of Yes”
Monica reflects on a pivotal year in her life when she said "yes" to opportunities that helped her deepen her intuition and embrace the unseen aspects of life. From mystical encounters to unconventional healers, Monica describes how this journey opened her to new possibilities.
40:23 - Cherubs and the unseen world: A story of synchronicity
Monica recounts a profound experience involving her grandfather’s spirit, cherubs, and an unexpected package. This story highlights her belief in the unseen layers of reality and the magic of paying attention to synchronicities.
50:34 - The science of quantum surfing: Embracing a multidimensional reality
Monica introduces the concept of quantum surfing, a practice of navigating the energetic waves of our multidimensional universe. She explains how aligning with energy and intuition can elevate one’s consciousness and transform their reality.
58:14 - Building an intuition temple: A playful tool for tapping into wisdom
Monica shares her experience of creating an “intuition temple,” a meditative space designed to enhance connection with higher wisdom. She explains the process of building this imaginative sanctuary and how it can serve as a playful yet powerful tool for personal growth.
01:10:10 - Lessons in leadership and playfulness from Monica’s son
Monica talks about her son Keenan, a professional ultimate Frisbee player, and how his innovative approach to leadership—centered on playfulness and team celebrations—elevated both team morale and performance. She highlights how energy and joy can transform team dynamics.
01:14:52 - Final reflections on curiosity and luck
Monica leaves listeners with an encouraging message: curiosity is the gateway to being predictably lucky. By following what captures your attention and wondering about the synchronicities in life, you open yourself up to magic and possibility.
Links & Resources:
- Monica Laurence’s website: monicalaurence.com
- Learn about Quantum Surfing: quantumsurfing.com
- Subscribe to The Mavericks Game newsletter: mavericksgame.com
- Monica’s TEDx Talk: You Need Luck to Succeed
- Monica's LinkedIn Profile