Earned Effort

During this COVID-19 season, we have seen one of the most impactful times we will ever experience in life. We are used to being “busy” all the time, yet this has forced everyone to stay home and slow down. People have lost their jobs, and even worse, people have lost their lives or a loved one. Instead of rushing through the next thing on your to do list, sit down and appreciate the moments with your family and friends. When you are at work, fully be at work and be present. When you’re with your family, focus fully on your family. Our hope is that this time will allow people to slow down and realize the important things to life.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

What you do today is who you’ll become tomorrow. Be intentional with everything that you do. When we are on our phones while we are trying to hang out with friends or family, we now have half-assed two things. Make sure that when you are doing something, your full focus is on that and only that. In order to get the best results, we need to do the right things, analyze them, and make changes weekly.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

What were you like in the beginning of 2010 vs. 2020. The days, weeks, months, and years go by quick. Some of us probably remember 10 years ago like it was yesterday. Each and every day is important. Do not wish away the days - be intentional with everything. The results will come with intentionality and persistence. If you are wanting to do something, go all in and do everything possible to make it happen. This year you can either become closer or further from the person you want to be. Make the hard decisions.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources: -“Pursuit For Better” - Mat Fraser [video]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Work has gradually become a place where things are supposed to be crazy. The first question most people ask is, “Did you have a busy week?” Jason Fried does a great job explaining the importance of making sure things are not crazy at work. Working 8 hours a day is enough. Taking true vacations not fakecations. Cutting out the unnecessary meetings. Being 100% focused at work. Having true work life balance. If you are in business, especially a business leader, this is a must read and a must implement.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources: -It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work – Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson [book]-It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work Principles [list]-Calendly (software)Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Change is apt to happen throughout your life. Although we are under the impression that change stops after college and getting married, instead the changes just become unplanned. Change is a constant part of life - in fact, the only constant part of life.Change can be good or bad. However, change is almost always stressful. The idea of not knowing what is going to happen causes stress and anxiety. Make sure you have constants in your life. Keep your relationships strong and your hobbies available during these times of stress.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources: -”The psychology of your future self” - Dan Gilbert, TED Talk [video]-“Strain Your Memory” - The Menzingers [song]-Matthew 6:34 [Bible verse]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

As you go through your day, there will likely be good things that happen along with a couple of bad things. Focus on the good things that happen. When you bring to light the bad things, they get exaggerated and become bigger than they originally were. Remember: is this something that you can control? If you can control it, control it. If you can’t control it, control how you react to it. When something bad happens at work or home, take a break, take a breath, and take a walk to analyze how things can be different next time.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

You can learn at least one thing from everyone you meet - whether it is the CEO of a Fortune 500 company or a homeless man on the street. Remember, it’s important to learn practices you don’t want to adopt as well as practices you do. Being narrow minded is only going to set you back. Take the time to listen to others and truly understand their situation. Many successful board members explain that they are usually the last to talk and first to listen.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Taking walks has been something that Nik and Ryan have done since an early age. It allows you to clear your mind. When you get a number of tasks at work, a meeting stresses you out, or someone is irritating you - go outside, get some fresh air, and take a walk. Getting your blood flowing and being outside will make a dramatic impact. Make a point to go outside on a walk at least once per day for just five minutes.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Elevation Church - “I Know How This Story Ends” [sermon]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Take a break and breathe. Focusing on your breath allows your brain to receive more oxygen, slowing your heartbeat and enabling you to reset. Taking a reset multiple times per day helps you focus on the important things in life. Take a minute or two every couple hours to stop and focus on your breathing.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources: -State [app]-Brian Mackenzie [Instagram]-Apple Watch Breathe [app]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Decluttering your mind is an ongoing process that occurs every day. Get away from social media and start spending time with your thoughts. Go for walks and analyze how things are going in your life. While you can practice meditation and intentional breathing daily, it’s important to analyze how certain situations have affected you over the past month, quarter, or year. Every so often, reevaluate your life and where you are. Then take action accordingly.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Inc: “12 Things People Regret the Most Before They Die” [article]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Although social media started with good intentions, it has now captured many of us for hours each day. We catch ourselves mindlessly scrolling through the feed with little direction. We will subconsciously compare our behind the scenes to others highlight reels. This has a substantial impact over time. What else could you be doing instead of scrolling? Read a book, hang out with friends or family, or find something you get genuine enjoyment out of.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

How many times do you find positivity in the news? The unfortunate reality is that news stations (including Facebook, Twitter, and other social media) use a lot of clickbait to gain your attention for longer periods of time. Instead of constantly being updated on the news throughout the day, check an RSS feed, Google News, or another unbiased news source once a day or once a week.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Google News-The Daily: New York Times Podcast [podcast]-Feedly [app]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Through this series talking about limiting the use of technology, we explain the importance of putting your phone down. Most of the time we find ourselves picking up our phones and just scrolling to waste time. Instead, keep your phone in another room, get an Apple Watch, and start living life in the moment. Our phones are designed by some of the smartest engineers in the world - they have found a way to make these unimportant notifications stop us from being productive.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Companies like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Google, and YouTube have some of the smartest engineers in the world. They hire these individuals to make sure you are spending more time on their apps and less time on other apps. The metrics most companies are looking to improve is revenue. For these social media companies, they are paid from advertisers. In order for them to make more money, they need the users to be on their platform more often and for more time.Removing time wasting uses of technology is vital for happiness and for your well being. Although we are against using technology for social media, we are highly supportive of using technology to better your life. Use it for automation to make your life more efficient. However, there is a fine line between using technology vs. technology using youHosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Harvard Business Review: ”How to Spend Way Less Time on Email Every Day” [article]-Overwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time - Brigid Schulte [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

The hustle culture today has become very toxic, with big name marketing and business executives harping on the fact that you should work 80 hours a week, skip your weekends, and not enjoy life until you have succeeded is completely wrong. We do not believe it is effective to work longer hours. Rather, we believe employees and founders should be rewarded for finding efficiencies and working smarter.While we both agree that hard work is the key to success, we do not believe that it is necessary to sacrifice your enjoyment in life for this success. Society today teaches if you work more, you will be more successful, and if you are more successful, you will be happier. This formula is not true for many. Many people look up to some of these motivational speakers and executives as they are driving luxurious cars and having extravagant items, when this does not necessarily equate to happiness.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Leading people is an ongoing battle. Each individual is different, so how do you lead and manage them effectively? Start with yourself. As a leader, do not point fingers at your subordinates. Take ownership of your team and constantly look to get better. If you are willing to hire someone, trust them to do the work they are supposed to be doing. That means don’t micromanage them, don’t tell them when they need to do everything, and give them the freedom to think outside the box. Giving this trust is a new movement over the past decade, with companies allowing their employees to work from home, have unlimited vacation, and wear whatever they want to work. When you have the right employees and you start taking ownership, you’ll find a lot more overall happiness in the workplace.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast [podcast]-Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win - Jocko Willink [book]-Leaders Eat Last - Simon Sinek [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

Good and bad events are going to come up in life. A common saying is, “You either just went through something, you’re currently going through something, or you’re about to go through something.” The majority of things in life that happen are not controllable. However, the way you respond is controllable. Be the best you can be in every situation and enjoy the journey through each stage of life.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple Podcasts

What do you do for fun after work, school, or your normal day? Do you go outside for walks? Play a sport you played in high school? It is very important to do things outside of your daily life for enjoyment. Instead of meeting someone and asking what they do for work, ask them what they do for fun. This will gradually change lead you to identify yourself not by the job you have, but instead by the things you enjoy doing. If you don’t enjoy what you do for the majority of your life, work to change these things to make sure you are able to have time for yourself.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

How hard are you really pushing yourself? When you say you are giving 100%, are you truly giving everything? Make your goals bigger than you are comfortable with and then accomplish these goals. This is when you are able to put the extra effort in to find what your true potential is.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Maximus Body: The Physical and Mental Training Plan That Shreds Your Body, Builds Serious Strength, and Makes You Unstoppably Fit - Bobby Maximus [book] Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

They say it takes 8 years to build a brand. If you look at a number of bodybuilders, they are in their 30s. The big things we want in life take time to achieve. Things won’t happen overnight - they take practicing and getting better every day for years. Social media has created a mindset where people want more than they have earned. The science and money put behind companies like Facebook and Instagram is astronomical. The main metric of success is increasing the amount of time you are on the platform. Instead of comparing your life to others on Instagram, think of more productive things you can do. The reality of life is not what you see on social media. People post the highlight reels that show an unrealistic view of what their life is. Be patient and understand that there is a process to everything.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-How to Win Friends & Influence People - Dale Carnegie [book]-Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World - Cal Newport [book]-Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World - Cal Newport [book]-Time Well Spent + Center for Humane Technology: Realigning Technology with Humanity [nonprofit]-Tristan Harris TEDtalk: “How a handful of tech companies control billions of minds every day” [video]-Tristan Harris TEDTalk: “How better tech could protect us from distraction” [video]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

How do you feel when you are hungry? Tired? Overworked? Immediately, we usually want to react. However, sitting back to first understand your emotions and then respond is usually much more effective. Don’t hold these emotions in. Have a good conversation with someone who is willing to listen and give feedback. When someone comes to you and is emotional, work to understand their situation.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-State [app]-Brian Mackenzie [Instagram]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

As a reminder, most of your life is controllable. While the events in your life may change, the way you react is the most important decision you can make. Bad weather, a long commute to work because of traffic, and your boss having a bad day are all situations completely out of your control. However, how you react to any situation is fully your responsibility. With 86,400 seconds in a day, don’t let a small portion of that ruin your entire day.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Working when you are young provides a number of benefits. Not only are you able to make some money, put some money in savings, and have a good time with your friends, you also learn many lessons. We have both found that through our work at a young age, we have become more efficient in what we do today. If you did not work when you were young, we would highly suggest thinking about raising your kids to work hard at a young age.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

What does spreading love mean to you? To Ryan and myself, spreading love means being more Christlike. We believe that if you are Christlike, you will treat others with respect - whether they are rich or poor, similar to you or not. Having this as a core value will lead you to finding lifetime friends, building better relationships, and creating more meaningful memories. Hand in hand, empathy is incredibly important in order to love someone fully. Work to understand others’ stories. Each and every one of us has a different story and understanding someone fully will only help us to love others more.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-How to Win Friends & Influence People - Dale Carnegie [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Finding time for yourself is very important throughout your week. Times get stressful, things come up, and we’re always moving. Take a break, get out in nature, and think about all the events that happened this week - good and bad. Spend time listening to a motivational or thought-provoking podcast or audiobook. Meditate. Think about your faith. Whatever area it is you feel you need to have a better grasp on in your life, go outside and analyze that part of your mind.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Brene Brown: The Call to Courage [video]-Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.Book - Brené Brown [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

We are true believers that having close friends is always better than having more friends. Find a group of people with similar interests, whether it is music, religion, politics, fitness, or another hobby you enjoy. Start by finding people in a nearby city on Facebook or a meetup group and then physically go meet with these people and stay in contact. Having specific people in areas of your life will help you to succeed in the areas you wish to succeed.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-“Harvard study, almost 80 years old, has proved that embracing community helps us live longer, and be happier” [article]-Cloze [app]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Sharing your goals with friends, family, and others you trust is very important for accomplishing your goals in the long term. The people who you share these goals with will become your accountability partners. It is important to share these goals with specific people you believe will offer the most support.There are a number of people that will tell you that you cannot do the goal you are trying to achieve. Keep pushing and be disciplined in your actions every day. Make sure the goals you set enable you to live your ideal lifestyle.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Every day you should be prepared for the unexpected to happen. Although the odds are in your favor that bad things won’t happen, you want to be prepared. In this episode Ryan lists off a number of essential tools that he carries everyday. Take some of these ideas and be more prepared.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Everyday Carry [Instagram]-Pocket Flashlight [item]-Kershaw or Benchmade [item]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Go all in at the things you want to succeed at. However, when you have put forth all the effort that you can, realize there is a time to let go of control. A very helpful tip that we have received from others is growing our relationships with others before a time of crisis hits. Whether this is a personal, fitness, or business situation, it is important to have specific individuals to go to in times of need.There will be certain things in life you need to hold on to and others you need to let go of. This is where self analysis comes into play. You need to analyze if you are putting effort in the right areas of your life. If you are in a job that you’ve hated for five years, you will likely not be any happier another one year later. Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Tao Te Ching - Laozi [book]-Increase Your Impact with Justin Su'a [podcast]-Katrin Davíðsdóttir [Instagram]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Be present where you are today. It is very easy for many of us to be forward-thinking, focusing on the career, the family, or the fitness level we will have in 20 years. Instead, take a moment to slow down and enjoy where you are currently. Is a memory worth having if you only looked forward to it but never experienced it? Take time every day to think about what you are doing and how you feel. Stop taking all the Snapchats. Get off Instagram and Facebook. Enjoy the time that you have with others. Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Fitness with Friends #4 - Mat Fraser [podcast]-Rich Roll Podcast - “You Can't Hurt David Goggins: Going Beyond Motivation” [podcast]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

“One day” will never happen if you keep saying it. Start thinking of one day as today. If you are able to change the mentality of when you are going to accomplish something, you will find you’re able to accomplish a lot more than you originally thought.Just go and do what you wanted to do. Don’t let the number of excuses outweigh the positive reasons you want to start. Use the 5 second rule when you are trying to complete a goal. If you are trying to wake up early, go to the gym, or start the business you’ve always wanted to start, never spend more than 5 seconds thinking about it. After 5 seconds, your conscious mind wants to keep you comfortable and tells you not to do it. Get started today.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Gary Vaynerchuk - “Stop Living For The Weekend” [video]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Without self awareness, it is very difficult to grow in life. If you aren’t seeing the results in an area of life you are working to get better at, you may need to analyze where you are lacking. You may not be working hard enough. You may not be putting the correct effort in.Instead of looking at how it may be someone else’s fault, find out how you could have improved yourself. Making excuses will never help you to improve where you are at today. Some of the easiest ways to analyze where you are at today is to take a walk in nature on your own, ask a friend, or just sit down and analyze every part of your day.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail - Scott Jurek, Jenny Jurek [book]-Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail - Cheryl Strayed [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Letting go of things in the past is difficult. With negativity surrounding us in the news, social media, and things that are happening at work, home, and socially, it is easy to point out the negative. Taking control of these negative thoughts is very important in order to become a happier person.Rather than reacting to events that occur in your life, work on responding. Take time to think through it and respond in an appropriate way that you would be proud of. After your day is over, talk to your significant other, friend, or family about what happened. Name three things that were good and focus on how you can continue to make your days better.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Shaken: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life's Storms - Tim Tebow [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Stop constantly trying to chase the milestone if you can’t enjoy the journey throughout it. We put pressure around a number of things in life. If you don’t enjoy where you’re at, you’re not going to enjoy the destination. Do not wait to enjoy something that you could be enjoying today.Put the effort in and you’ll find out things end up working out for you. Every part of life is part of the journey. The good and the bad. Enjoy the good but also enjoy the bad. When you set goals, be realistic and don’t be too specific. You don’t have to be a millionaire by 25 years old. You don’t have to be married with kids by 30. You can be happy if you just enjoy the journey and work hard.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallConnect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

What did you do as a child you wish you could do today? There are a number of things that we believe we can only do when we are kids. Go outside today and recreate some memories. Make a list of things that you loved doing or have always had a dream to do and go make them happen.Enjoy your life. Stop stressing the little things and enjoy every part of life. Get outside with your kids and act like a kid. It will make you feel younger. When we are children we are able to dream, but as we get older we are told to stop dreaming because it may be out of reach. Instead of listening to society, do what you want to do. Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-The Art of Manliness Podcast #479: Becoming a Digital Minimalist [podcast]-Digital Minimalism: On Living Better with Less Technology - Cal Newport [book]-Build Your Life Resume - Jesse Itzler [course]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

You either just went through something tough, are currently going through something tough, or are about to go through something tough. We can all benefit from better preparing ourselves for the situations that may arise. Understand that the hard times you have gone through are what made you the person you are today. You have become better because of hard times.What is truly the worst that can happen? Put yourself in the position of the worst case scenario and dig deep. Is it really that bad? Talk to others to get their perspective. Go hard and push through it.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Brute Strength Podcast #188: The Fikowski Story [podcast]-Tony Robbins [videos]-Ryan Holiday [website]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

No one ever grows by staying comfortable their whole life. Life is challenging. It is supposed to be. The best things in life are usually the hardest to get. That’s okay though. Push. If you’re in the gym, push for the extra reps. This will only make you a better athlete, person, employee, sibling, or spouse.You will not grow if you do not challenge yourself. Where there is pain, there is likely going to be some to gain. Even though you may not enjoy it in the moment, realize the best is yet to come and this is all part of the process. In order to do this, you can have the people in life that motivate you, but you have to have the discipline to get it done.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Joe Rogan Experience #1212: David Goggins [podcast]-Tim Ferriss Podcast #310: Hurry Up and Fail — Tim Kennedy [podcast]-Jocko Willink [Instagram]-Fight Club - Chuck Palahniuk [book or movie]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Exercising is one of the top New Year's Resolutions. It is something that individuals love getting into, but have trouble continuing with. Why is that? You never become good or see the results as fast as you wish, so you quit.Find multiple types of workouts you may like and try them all. Commit 30 days to each one. Be consistent and have a positive mindset. Go out there and enjoy the workout with friends, family, or listen to music or podcasts. Pair something you really like with your workout so you can start to view your workout as the thing you enjoy doing throughout your day. You’ll find you will be much happier and fulfilled with a good workout to start or end your day.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Bodyspace [app]-Life.Church Habits Sermon series [podcast]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Exploring our faith has become our most valuable thing in life. It has created the values that we live by everyday and helps us make important decisions. There are many people in life that constantly feel lost. They add a new thing, expecting it to be the thing that was missing, and they still feel lost. Many at this point look to faith in some capacity.Our challenge to you is to check out the resources we have provided, a religion you have always been curious of, or to talk with friends about faith and learn from them. There are so many things that religious groups practice that are incredibly valuable. Find a starting point to begin exploring your faith. Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Sermons: Elevation Church, Fresh Life Church, Churchome, Life.Church [podcasts]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

It’s almost a month into the New Year. According to statistics, 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February. Are you on the track to fail or to succeed? It takes daily discipline to succeed. If you have a goal of gaining or losing a number of pounds, you will fail quicker when you lose motivation if you go in the wrong direction by a couple pounds. Keep your habits and resolutions set on daily habits that you are able to keep.Make sure your goals are realistic in size and scale. Too many goals will likely lead you to failure quicker. Instead of accomplishing all of them, you can get lost and miss the mark on all of them. We have started living by what Tim Ferriss explains about winning the day. If you lose one part of the day, that’s okay. Win the other parts.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-How to Win Friends & Influence People - Dale Carnegie [book]-Chasing Excellence - Ben Bergeron [book]-The Tim Ferriss Show: The 4-Hour Workweek Revisited (#295) [podcast]-Joe Rogan’s Bukowski Quote Post [Instagram]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Eating healthier doesn’t have to be as hard as many make it out to be. Start with small changes and gradually make bigger changes as you accomplish the earlier goals. When you are able to cook your own food and know what you are putting in your meals, it will be that much easier to eat healthier. It just takes a little time set aside - it can take less than 2 hours to prep most all of your meals for a week.Don’t know where to start? Start at a healthier grocery store like Trader Joe’s and shop on the perimeter of the store. Don’t eat prepackaged meals and look at the ingredients. If you can’t read an ingredient, it isn’t smart to eat it. Trade out bad habits for good ones, like a dessert for a healthy chocolate protein shake.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us - Michael Moss [book]-Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side Of The All-American Meal - Eric Schlosser [book]-MyFitnessPal [app]-Vega [supplements]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Saving money is not an easy task. There is always that new car, house, iPhone, or thing on Amazon that you “have to have.” While having things isn’t wrong, understanding what your current financial situation is very important. Once you have a really good idea on how you are spending your money, you can start saving more.At a certain point in life, hopefully, you are able to make enough money where you are able to be more financially free. Most people believe that, “when I make $X, then I’ll be free.” However, this is wrong. As people make more money, they will spend more money. You have to tackle your expenses first, then focus on increasing your income.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Qapital [app]-Mint [app]-Costco [store]-Sam’s Club [store]-Costco Does It Again [Instagram]-Costco Deals [Instagram] -Mark Cuban: Why you should buy a two-year supply of toothpaste [article]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Doing the little things every day is what gets you major results down the road. As many of us know, success is not achieved overnight. It takes a thousand little steps to achieve greatness. However, a couple of small steps in the wrong direction can potentially keep you off the path for much longer than you anticipate. Be aware of when you start to step off the path you are trying to take.When we were all in high school, most of us were very similar when it came to the physical shape we were in, the intellect, the mindset. Because we were all taught very similarly, we all were very similar. When we are given the freedom to do as we wish, we all start to take different paths.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...And Maybe the World - William H. McRaven [book]-“The Choice” - Project Better Self [video]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Set aside time to read. Use it as a time to relax or to learn about something new. It could be a book from your childhood or the latest business book. However, when you are reading, make sure to read about more than just what you want to get better at. Open your eyes and learn something that may be controversial. You’ll find that you will learn more about how others think, allowing you to be more empathetic.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Blinkist [app]-Who Really Controls What You See in Your Facebook Feed—and Why They Keep Changing It [article]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Instead of being on social media, could you be reading, listening to a podcast, or watching an informational youtube video? Studies show that we waste an average of 4 hours a day. We are wasting almost 20% of our entire 24 hours on things that are not bettering ourselves or beneficial to our lives. Take those 4 hours and find out what you want to get better at.Your time and energy show what your priorities are. If you are spending more time at work and not enough at home, the reality is that you have a higher priority for work. If that isn’t true to yourself, then change your time and energy.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Kindle [device]-Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast [podcast]-Hunter McIntyre [Instagram] -Isaiah Vidal [Instagram]-Jesse Itzler: Build Your Life Resume [class]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

While there are a number of positive uses for technology, it is very easy to go down a negative path. The companies and apps you are using hire the best people out there to keep your attention. While companies are trying to convince you they have more value and in turn get you to spend more money, apps are trying to prove their value and get you to spend more of your time.Turning off your notifications is the first move to ensure you are on your phone less. We receive hundreds of notifications a week - whether from work, friends, or family. Making this small change will make a big difference. What did you just spend 30 minutes on your phone doing and what did you get out of it?Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Spark [app]-Apple Watch [device]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

What apps do you have on your phone? Are they games and social media that waste your time or are you using apps to better yourself? The apps on your phone are likely a representation of how you spend your time. If you are having issues getting off your phone, set a screen time limit or delete the app entirely.There are a number of apps and programs that help you to automate your life and make your life easier. These pieces of technology are great to invest in. If it allows you to spend more time doing the things you love, it is likely a worthy investment.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-“How Much Time Do People Spend on their Phones” [article]-Bible [app]-Wunderlist [app]-Katrín Tanja Davíðsdóttir [Instagram]-Tia-Clair Toomey [Instagram]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

We all have inspiring people that we look up to, but do we do any of the things that they are actually doing to achieve those results? We need to make sure that we are analyzing what others do while following the habits they do. Take an audit of the people around you and point out the things that you like and don’t like - then write them down. When you see the same thing repeated by individuals that you are inspired by, it is worth it to put the habit into practice for a bit to see how it impacts your life.Want to be fit? Follow people on Instagram who are fit. Want to be a better father? Join a group of other men who are working to better themselves as fathers. We have 7 billion people in this world, we can find a handful of people to follow.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-The Power of Habit - Charles Duhigg [book]-Better Than Before - Gretchen Rubin [book] -Mat Fraser [Instagram]-Jocko [Instagram]-Aubrey Marcus [Instagram]-Man’s Searching for Meaning - Viktor Frankl [book]-Unbroken - Laura Hillenbrand [book]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, Spotify, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan’s Twitter: twitter.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

This one is for the people who are constantly trying to please others. While it isn’t innately wrong to please others, it is important to make sure that you are making time for yourself. Many times we will risk our enjoyment for the enjoyment of others, giving up time or energy when we later wish we had not.Being straightforward is important and makes saying “no” much easier. If you have a time that you leave the office every day, your boss or colleague won’t question you when you are gone one minute past your usual time. Your goal should be to get rid of anything you don’t like and add more things you do like. At the end of the day, you are only given so much time.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-3 Ways to Set Boundaries and Learn to Say “No” [article]-Ben Bergeron [Instagram]-Craig Groeschel [Instagram] -The 4-Hour Workweek - Tim Ferriss [book]-“Be the Hero of Your Own Movie” - Joe Rogan [video]Connect & Subscribe:Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts:Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan’s Twitter: twitter.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

Growing your relationships with those that you are close to will add much more than a conversation to your life. The close relationships will add support and encouragement to help you excel in all areas of life.While social media makes us think that we are growing closer together with all of our friends, it can actually keep you further from them. Check in with those you want to grow closer to. Ask them how their week is or what is going on - and genuinely listen to them. Caring about others will naturally bring you closer to them, so start by reaching out, then listen to them.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources:-Joe Rogan Experience #975 - Sebastian Junger [podcast]-Joe Rogan Experience #1034 - Sebastian Junger [podcast]-Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging - Sebastian Junger [book]-Road to the Games Ep. 18.05: Mat Fraser Vs. The World [video]-WebMD: “Loneliness Rivals Obesity, Smoking as Health Risk” [article]-New York Times: “The Surprising Effects of Loneliness on Health” [article]-University of Buffalo: “Developing Your Support System” [article]-Cloze [app]Connect & Subscribe: Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts: Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan’s Twitter: twitter.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC

It is so easy for us to worry about both the small and big things in life. More than likely we all probably had something that we were worrying about today. Whether it was a conversation with a loved one, dealing with a boss, or maybe something as small as a task you didn’t want to do.You are only given so much time on this earth. We don’t know the days that we have and we don’t know the days that our loved ones have. What is the point in stressing something that won’t matter in five years, let alone five minutes? Spending one hour a day doing something you don’t like equates to 260 hours a year of things that you could have spent enjoying with family or friends. Take time today to reflect on your day and your week to analyze what you were worrying about. Then make a change.Hosts: Ryan Gardner and Nik HallResources-The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life - Mark Manson [book]-The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F*ck - Sarah Knight [book]-The Headspace Guide to Meditation and Mindfulness: How Mindfulness Can Change Your Life in Ten Minutes a Day - Andy Puddicombe [book]-“The Happiness Meter” - Jesse Itzler, TEDxHickory [video]-Awaken the Giant Within - Tony Robbins [book]Connect & Subscribe: Website: earnedeffort.comInstagram: instagram.com/earnedeffortFacebook: facebook.com/EarnedEffortTwitter: twitter.com/EarnedEffortEmail: hello@earnedeffort.comSubscribe and listen on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Overcast, Google Play, or YouTubeLeave a review on Apple PodcastsFollow Your Hosts: Nik’s Instagram: instagram.com/nikolashallRyan’s Instagram: instagram.com/RyanGardnerCRyan’s Twitter: twitter.com/RyanGardnerCRyan's Goodreads: goodreads.com/RyanGardnerC