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August 9, 2021
5 simple ways to escape the comparison trap
Who’s that person you always compare yourself to? Maybe it’s some perfect mom you follow online? Or maybe it’s the coworker who actually got in better shape during the pandemic? The one that got the 8-pack of abs then had the audacity to also learn Italian, start a community garden for elderly orphans, and rescue five Corgi-German Shepherd mixes? You know who I’m talking about. Social media has made it easier than ever to get caught in the trap of comparison, but there are a few actionable steps you can take to avoid it. Listen in for the 5 easiest ways to avoid comparison so that you can spend your energy focusing on your own growth and goals.
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August 2, 2021
Enough About Me: The Unexpected Power of Selflessness with Richard Lui
Can selfless acts help you achieve your goals? It may sound counterintuitive that investing time into others can help you achieve your goals, but Richard Lui has the data that proves selflessness pays major dividends for the giver and the receiver. Veteran journalist Richard Lui has more than 30 years in television, film, technology, and business. He’s the first Asian American man to anchor a daily national cable news program, and a team Emmy and Peabody winner. He joins me for a conversation to teach you how to find the hidden power of selflessness and how it will help you to reach your goals.
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July 26, 2021
The 4 best steps to take before you even start a new goal
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you’re working on a goal, you’re just not making any progress?
I get it. When the scale doesn’t budge, the income doesn’t increase, or the pages don’t get written, it can be discouraging. Not seeing progress come quickly enough is one of the biggest reasons people give up on their goals. Here’s the issue though – progress is found not received, and the only way to see it is to know exactly where you started. The best map in the world is useless if you don’t know where you are when you open it. That’s why this episode is all about drawing a massive “You Are Here” X so that you can build a base that will launch your success and help you track your progress.
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July 19, 2021
Lose 100lbs, build a multi-million dollar business, laugh a lot – the Corinne Crabtree story
What does it really take to be successful? A platform? The right connections? A giant start-up fund?
Corinne Crabtree didn’t have any of those things but that didn’t stop her from building a massive business. Corinne is a weight loss coach, multi-million dollar business owner, and productivity genius, but her success wasn’t the result of some big break. Corinne was raised by a single mom without any money. She didn’t finish college. She started her business without a platform. And now she’s got a multi-million dollar business and has helped thousands of people achieve their health goals. Whether you’re looking to get in shape, advice on growing your side hustle or want a productivity hack that will transform your calendar, my conversation with Corinne has what you need to know.
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July 12, 2021
7 Ways to Deal with Rejection
How do you handle rejection?
If you’re like me, you’d respond with “poorly and personally, ” but there’s a better way. Rejection sucks, but it’s a part of life, and you should be prepared for it. That’s why in this episode, I’m giving you 7 ways you can deal with rejection that will help you take the sting out of it, learn from it, and get over it.
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July 5, 2021
How to take the awkward out of networking with Jordan Harbinger
If you’ve ever heard the word “networking” and were instantly flooded with images of uncomfortable cocktail parties, awkward business card exchanges, and cheesy Zoom calls, it’s probably because that’s how most of the world is still running networking events.
Luckily there are people like Jordan Harbinger that are making the world of networking much more enjoyable and much more worth your time. Jordan is a lawyer that left the corporate world to, in his words, “read books and talk to smart people.” His podcast, the Jordan Harbinger Show, receives over 11 million downloads a month and features insights and strategies from the world’s most successful people.
Listen to my conversation with Jordan for practical advice about how to build the network you need to help you accomplish the goals you’re working on without all the awkwardness.
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June 28, 2021
8 ways to spot perfectionism in your life
Perfect isn’t possible.
Deep down, you know this, but perfectionism will do everything in its power to convince you that if you take perfect steps, you can achieve perfect goals. The reality is that perfection is in the opposite direction of your goal’s finish line. Sometimes perfectionism is easy to spot, but sometimes it can get a little sneaky. That’s why this episode is all about how to spot perfectionism in your life so that you can identify it, avoid it, and stay on track and finish your goals.
Mentioned in this episode:
Jon’s book Finish
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June 21, 2021
ls it ever too late to chase a dream?
What’s the best age to take a risk?
Fear will always tell you that you’re never on time for your dream. It will try to convince you that you’re too old or too young; that you don’t have enough experience or that you’re too experienced to take a chance on something new. But if there’s one thing I know to be true, it’s that some of life’s greatest lessons come from the most unexpected circumstances. For me, one of those great life lessons involves a story about a finger, a power drill, and bravery, and it all directly applies to that dream you’ve been putting off. Listen to the story that changed the way I thought about dreams and fear forever because I think it will change your view too!
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June 18, 2021
Introducing New Friend Friday!
In this very special episode, Joel and Matt from the How to Money Podcast join me for the first-ever New Friend Friday. Joel & Matt are financial experts, craft beer enthusiasts, and real-life best friends. They know that figuring out your finances can be an intimidating goal, so they’re joining me to answer 5 questions that will help you jumpstart financial goals with peace of mind. Whether you want to start investing, pay off debt, or save up for a killer vacation, start with this episode for some great practical tips and resources that will get you moving in the right direction.
Book list mentioned in this episode:
The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason
The Simple Path to Wealth by J.L. Collins
The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Jay Papasan
The Behavioral Investor by Daniel Crosby
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
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June 14, 2021
A Masterclass in leadership with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey
What would you do if you were the leader of the most successful college sports league in the entire world when Covid hit?
That’s the exact question the Commissioner of the SEC, Greg Sankey, faced. Last year when the pandemic forced the world to shut down, all eyes were on Greg and his team as they figured out how to navigate the college football season in the midst of chaos. He joins me for a conversation about how to lead through a crisis and how to keep learning as you go. No matter how big or small, if you hold any leadership position in your life, this episode is a masterclass that will encourage you to be the best leader you can be.
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