The Art of Connection: Building Relationships That Foster Growth with David Coupland
Ever felt like you're in a fishbowl, only interacting with the same people every day? In my latest podcast episode, I had an eye-opening chat with David Coupland, founder of Qu Mindset, about how we can break out of our bubbles and connect with diverse individuals. David's platform, Qu Mindset, offers spontaneous video calls on shared interests, helping us learn and grow from each other. Whether you're into sports, marketing, or travel, there's someone out there to share insights and experiences with you. Dive into the world of diverse interactions and see how it transforms your personal growth!
At seven years old, growing up in a small English seaside town, David decided he would get the most out of life by traveling the world and meeting as many people as he could. That mindset carried him into a 15+ year career in film and television—Star Wars, Game of Thrones, James Bond—where he worked in over 50 countries, across oceans, deserts, studios, and cities. He met thousands of people, experienced endless perspectives, and lived the life the younger me had dreamed of. But something was missing. Even though he spent his life helping others grow, he’d always wanted to do more—to contribute to the world and the advancement of our species in a meaningful way. So in 2022, he left the industry and finally gave himself space to reflect. What had he really learned from all those years, people, and places? And what could he do with all of it?
That’s when Qu came to him. It hit like lightning—a culmination of everything he’d ever done, seen, and become. David realized he was happier than he’d ever been—not because life was easy (it wasn’t), but because he was growing in every area of his life, consistently and intentionally. And with each step forward, he felt it—real joy. Physical, mental, spiritual. As his growth became more deliberate, so did his happiness. Now David wakes up every day with that feeling—even in the hard moments. Especially in the hard moments. Because he knows they hold value, help me grow, bring him joy. The truth is, it took him 40 years, a global career, and countless experiences to develop what he now calls the Qu Mindset—the ability to learn and grow from every moment. David built Qu: to help others access the world’s greatest teachers, experiences, and other people in ways that are easy, exciting, affordable, and available to everyone, everywhere.
Connect with David!