Stop Being Forgettable: The Secret to Lasting Impact with Jefrë

Stop Being Forgettable: The Secret to Lasting Impact with Jefrë

May 21, 2026 · 41 min · Episode 268

About this episode

JEFRË shares his transformative journey from urban designer to public artist, emphasizing the impact of personal experiences on his creative vision.

 The story will keep you there. This Mick Unplugged episode features JEFRË, a Public Artist and Creative Director. He explores how pivotal life experiences and a singular vision shaped his career, leading him to create monumental public art around the globe. Discover JEFRË’s journey from urban designer to iconic artist. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - JEFRË's journey after a 35-year-old heart attack - How to become a brand-collaborating artist - The significance behind "Victor" in the Philippines - Why brands seek creative leaders like JEFRË - Developing art from community insights QUOTES THAT HIT "The story will keep you there." - JEFRË "I'm getting cities and nations together to create icons or moments that they can identify with their own culture." - JEFRË "The key is, is really engineering. That's where it is." - JEFRË CHAPTERS 00:00 Mick Unplugged Introduction 02:30 JEFRË on legacy and creation 06:51 JEFRË's Filipino-American origin story 09:42 Heart attack, career change to artist 13:47 JEFRË's process for designing art 20:06 JEFRË on personal connections 24:43 Branding and entrepreneurship with JEFRË 31:54 New projects and Shark Art QUESTIONS THIS EPISODE ANSWERS Q: What…

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