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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Your Best Ideas Come When You Stop Trying So Hard July 31, 2025 | Episode 5149 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott takes you behind the scenes of his Face Your Passion Inner Circle call in this spontaneous, unscripted episode. Fresh off a powerful coaching session, he shares game-changing insights about treating exercise like your job, "pre-selling" your time for what matters, and why brainstorming isn't what you think it is. This isn't your typical structured podcast—it's raw coaching wisdom that'll shift how you think about productivity, focus, and getting what you want in life. Sometimes the best insights come when you least expect them. Featured Story Scott opens up about his "coaching call about nothing"—a weekly session where nobody knows what'll happen, but everyone gets exactly what they need. Inspired by Jerry Seinfeld's approach, this unstructured format creates space for breakthrough moments. The magic happens when you show up without a predetermined agenda and let authentic connection and spontaneous wisdom flow. It's proof that sometimes the most powerful results come from embracing the unexpected rather than forcing a plan. Important Points Exercise becomes non-negotiable when you treat it like your job—if you know you're getting paid, you'll show up and do the work. "Pre-selling your time" means buying back hours for yourself at your hourly rate, making you serious about protecting that space for what matters most. Brainstorming is unfocused time for capturing ideas throughout the day, while organization is focused energy work that requires your full attention and higher energy levels. Memorable Quotes "You don't even know what you're gonna get out of it today, but you know you want to show up because every time you do, you get exactly what you needed that day." "Point yourself in the right direction. Do the things you know you're supposed to be doing and let things happen." "The more you put the time in, the more you realize the stuff was going to happen anyway. Why didn't I do that sooner?" Scott's Three-Step Approach Schedule exercise like a job commitment—treat it as paid time that you must show up for, no matter what. Calculate your hourly rate and "buy back" time for yourself by blocking calendar space, then protect that investment like you would any business expense. Capture brainstorming ideas throughout your day during unfocused activities, then use high-energy focused time to organize and connect those ideas on paper. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Test and Validate: Your New Clarity Tool July 30, 2025 | Episode 5148 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Feeling stuck because you can't figure out your next move? You're not alone, and it's not your fault. Your brain is constantly trying to make sense of everything around you, which creates confusion and frustration. In this episode, I share the coaching technique that cuts through the fog faster than anything else I know. It's called "putting a point on it," and it works whether you're trying to figure out your career, relationships, or even something as simple as what to eat for dinner. Featured Story During a recent Face Your Passion coaching call, I noticed something that happens every single time I work with people—even folks I've known for over a year who seem to have everything figured out. They hit new levels and suddenly feel completely lost again. That's when I realized the power of my go-to coaching method: test and validate. When someone tells me they hate their job, I dig deeper. Usually, they don't hate the job—they hate their boss. That one clarification changes everything and gives us something real to work with. Important Points Clarity affects every aspect of your life, from reducing friction to eliminating frustration, but it's also the source of both when you don't have it. Your brain is designed to seek clarity all day, every day—that's what your prefrontal cortex does, so don't get frustrated by feeling confused. The "test and validate" method helps you discover what you really mean when you say something, separating what's actually true from what's just noise. Memorable Quotes "If you want more in life, you got to be clear about it." "New level, new devil. As soon as you figure something out, you have no idea what you're doing." "When you simply say, this is the point of the decision, everything else gets lined up to the point and what emerges very quickly is a lot of clarity that will start moving you forward." Scott's Three-Step Approach Pick one thing that has you confused—it doesn't matter what it is, just choose something that's been bugging you. Create your mental pyramid by putting the specific point of what you actually want to accomplish at the very top. Line up everything else underneath that point, treating all the messy details as supporting elements rather than separate problems to solve. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Your Past Is Sabotaging Your Future July 29, 2025 | Episode 5147 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into wisdom from a Seth Godin interview about why your origin story might be your biggest obstacle. Forget spending weeks crafting the perfect backstory—your past is just that, your past. What really moves the needle? Your future vision and one simple thing most people refuse to do. If you've been stuck spinning your wheels, wondering why nothing seems to change despite all your planning and preparation, this episode cuts through the noise. Scott breaks down the real reason people stay stuck and shares the surprisingly simple solution that feels almost too easy to work. Featured Story During a recent Seth Godin interview, the marketing philosopher dropped some truth bombs about origin stories that completely shifted Scott's perspective. Most people obsess over crafting the perfect backstory, but here's the kicker—nobody really cares about your entire life journey. They just need enough to trust you can help them. Scott connects this to his coaching experience, where new clients spend entire sessions dumping their life stories in what he calls "the coaching confessional." While therapeutic, it's not necessary for moving forward. Your past shapes who you are, but it shouldn't hijack your future. Important Points Your origin story only needs to establish enough credibility for people to trust you can help them—everything else is just ego getting in the way of progress. Your future has exponentially more power over your present-day decisions than your past ever will, so stop letting yesterday's story write tomorrow's chapters. The one thing preventing you from getting what you want isn't complicated systems or perfect timing—it's your refusal to make the decision and cut off other options. Memorable Quotes "Your origin story only matters to the point that somebody believes that you can help them. That's it." "Your future has much more power over your present day decisions to guide you than your past does. The only power your past has is to hold you back." "You have to literally cut off other options. Think about your life—think about the times when you just decided something was going to happen. And it did." Scott's Three-Step Approach Stop obsessing over perfecting your backstory and focus on building just enough credibility to establish trust with the people you want to help. Fire up your anticipation engine by getting something exciting in your future that drives your present-day actions forward instead of letting past experiences hold you back. Identify the one master decision that would change everything else in your life, then make it without waiting for perfect conditions or worrying about what others might think. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Building Bridges Instead of Chasing Motivation July 28, 2025 | Episode 5146 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott ditches the motivational shtick today and gets real about what actually works. Forget the endless tips and tricks you've been collecting – it's time to build a solid bridge from where you are to where you want to go. He breaks down why raw motivation fails and why even the best productivity hacks won't get you there. The secret? Starting with a peaceful base and moving forward systematically, one day at a time. Featured Story After years of coaching and over 5,000 podcast episodes, Scott discovered that neither pure motivation nor endless tips and tricks actually work long-term. Life gets in the way every time. His breakthrough came when he started thinking of life as a bridge. You need a solid foundation where you are now (your peaceful base) before you can build toward where you want to go. This approach has transformed how he works with clients and why his coaching program Face Your Passion actually gets results. Important Points Your present foundation must be a "peaceful base" – if you can't pay bills, have relationship stress, or lack stability, fix that first before pursuing bigger dreams. Most people wait too long to make their move – when you're about 70 percent ready rather than 100 percent, that's your signal to leap. Building success requires maintaining your current foundation while systematically moving toward your goal, never going backwards, just steady forward progress. Memorable Quotes "You are the promise of your world. You're the one that creates your world." "When you get to about 70 percent being assured that you're ready to make the move, you go ahead and do it." "I'm going to figure out how to make motivation automatic." Scott's Three-Step Approach Ground yourself in reality by creating a peaceful base where you live right now – handle the stress, pay bills, and establish stability. Identify exactly what you want to build on the other side of your bridge and make sure that vision excites you. Start moving forward daily while maintaining your foundation, building systematically until you reach that 70 percent confidence point to make your leap. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes From F-Bombs to Freedom July 25, 2025 | Episode 5145 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott walks into his office to find a coaching client dropping F-bombs left and right, frustrated with every aspect of his life except being a dad. But here's the thing - Scott couldn't be happier about it! This episode dives into why frustration isn't your enemy. It's actually the catalyst you've been waiting for. When you finally get so fed up that you can't take it anymore, that's when real change happens. Scott shares the raw, unfiltered coaching session and reveals why getting worn out by your current situation is exactly where you need to be. Featured Story A long-time coaching client unleashes his frustration on Scott during their Friday morning call, cussing about everything from cash flow problems to clients who won't pay their bills. The only thing he's happy with? Being a dad - and his kids have already moved out! Scott's response surprises him: "It's about damn time." This breakthrough moment reveals the real issue isn't money or business problems. It's what's happening in his head, and today's F-bomb explosion just blew open that wall between his head and his heart. Important Points You will change when you wear yourself out - frustration is the necessary catalyst that causes movement and creates the explosion needed for transformation. Money problems are rarely about money - when you dig deeper, the root issue is usually what's happening in your head, not your bank account. Never give up your authority when working with others - the minute you hand over control to someone else, you get frustrated and lose your power to create change. Memorable Quotes "You will change when you wear yourself out." "It's about damn time you get so frustrated you just want to throw things away and break them." "The minute you give your authority to somebody else, you get frustrated." Scott's Three-Step Approach Handle the immediate cash flow problem by making sure you're working with reasonable people who will actually pay you and take care of you. Identify the companies and clients you genuinely like and want to work with forever, ensuring mutual respect exists in those relationships. Maintain your authority no matter what - you're still in charge of yourself and what you know how to do, even when working for someone else. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Friction Zone: How to Keep Moving When Life Gets Hard July 24, 2025 | Episode - 5144 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Life's getting hard, and everybody's facing friction. Scott breaks down his unique "friction zone" concept using his motorcycle expertise to show you how to navigate challenges without burning out or giving up. When you've got big goals, friction is inevitable – but there's a technique to manage it. Scott shares how to balance your energy like managing throttle, brake, and clutch on a Harley, keeping you moving forward no matter how slow you need to go. This isn't about racing full-out until you crash; it's about staying in control and making steady progress. Featured Story Scott draws from his motorcycle riding experience to explain the friction zone – that sweet spot between racing full-throttle and stalling out completely. Just like on his Harley Street Glide, when you slow down without proper technique, you fall over. But master the friction zone, and you can navigate any challenge. He connects this to goal-setting, showing how people either burn out from going too fast or give up when they hit the brakes too hard. The magic happens in the middle, where you balance forward momentum with controlled stability. Important Points Friction is inevitable when you have big goals – you're going somewhere you've never been before, so expect to run into challenges that will mess with you. The biggest mistake is racing full-out until you panic and slam the brakes, causing you to fall over on your goals just like you would on a motorcycle. The solution lies in the friction zone technique: slow down a little, apply gentle brake pressure for stability, and work the clutch in the middle to maintain controlled forward progress. Memorable Quotes "My job is to take the friction away. When I meet people, I give them shortcuts to say, listen, you're doing it this way. Do this. Let's get around that friction." "You might be going one mile an hour, two mile an hour, three mile an hour. It doesn't matter. You're still going to get there." "If you set a big goal, you've never been there before. You're going to run into stuff that's going to muck with you and mess you up." Scott's Three-Step Approach Slow down your pace so you're not racing full-out, but don't take your hand completely off the throttle – maintain consistent, methodical progress toward your goal. Apply gentle pressure like a light brake to add stability and control, but never slam the brakes completely or you'll stall out and lose momentum. Work the middle ground by constantly adjusting your effort level – a little more, a little less – to keep moving forward without losing control or falling over. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3-Step Framework That Builds Instant Rapport July 23, 2025 | Episode - 5143 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description What if there were three simple things you could do to build rapport instantly, make a sale, or get someone on your side? Scott discovered this powerful framework works whether you're talking to a hesitant stepson or closing a business deal. In this episode, he breaks down the exact conversation technique he used with his stepson Eric that turned an awkward chat into an hour-long breakthrough. No scripts, no manipulation – just genuine connection that gets people talking. This isn't theory. It's a real-world framework you can use today. Featured Story Scott shares the story of visiting his stepson Eric, who just welcomed a new baby. Eric was stressed, tired, and a little hesitant to open up to his "boomer" stepdad. Using his 3-step framework, Scott transformed their interaction from surface-level small talk into a deep, meaningful conversation. The breakthrough moment? When Eric was struggling with a $70,000 swimming pool decision that was keeping him up at night. Scott's approach didn't just solve the immediate problem – it created a connection that had been missing for years. Important Points The key to instant rapport is stepping into someone else's world and speaking the language of hope instead of focusing on problems. People are usually desperate to talk to someone who genuinely wants to understand their situation without immediately trying to fix everything. You must earn the right to give advice by first investing time in understanding where someone wants to go and where they are right now. Memorable Quotes "When you step into somebody's world and you future pace them and you start talking in a language of hope, they're like, 'Thank God somebody's not bringing me down today.'" "Most people don't get that coaching confessional where they can just dump everything and have someone really listen." "Once you've earned the right, you've punched the ticket. You've invested a little bit. Now you can give some advice." Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask where they want to go – Get them talking about their dreams, goals, and desired outcomes instead of jumping straight to problems. Find out where they are right now – Let them share their current reality and challenges while you listen without immediately trying to fix anything. Identify what's stopping them – Once you understand their hopes and current situation, help them recognize the specific roadblocks standing in their way. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Getting Older Makes It Easier Than Ever to Stand Out July 22, 2025 | Episode 5142 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott gets fired up about his latest fitness transformation and shares why being a "grandfluencer" might be your secret weapon. He's lost 19 pounds, gained 10 pounds of muscle, and discovered that getting older actually makes it easier than ever to stand out from the crowd. In this longer-format episode, Scott breaks down his exact 4-day workout routine, his 1600-calorie daily diet strategy, and why most people are training for their "before" picture instead of their "after" picture. Get ready for some real talk about aging, fitness, and why now might be your time to become the king or queen of the prom. Featured Story Scott opens up about his complete body transformation journey that started before his hip replacement surgery. Determined not to "get old," he's been strictly training for eight weeks and working out consistently for a year. The results speak volumes: 19 pounds lost, 10 pounds of muscle gained, bench pressing 260 pounds, and feeling better than he has in years. His story proves that you can rewrite your fitness story at any age, and it all started with refusing to accept that a hip replacement meant becoming his grandfather. Important Points Most people age poorly and become out of shape, which creates an incredible opportunity for you to stand out in ways that were never possible when you were younger. You can successfully lose fat and gain muscle simultaneously by eating at least one gram of protein per pound of body weight while maintaining a caloric deficit. Weekend "cheat days" destroy your progress because they represent 25% of your month, which means you're reducing your results by at least a quarter. Memorable Quotes "Once you get older, it's easier than ever to stand out in the crowd in ways that were never possible when you were younger." "Can you imagine you can now be the king or queen of the old homecoming dance?" "I've spent a good amount of my life training for my before picture." Scott's Three-Step Approach Create a default diet with just two breakfast options and two lunch options that you eat consistently without variation to eliminate decision fatigue and ensure accurate tracking. Follow a simple 4-day resistance training schedule: chest on Monday, back on Tuesday, rest Wednesday, and legs on Friday, doing three exercises, four sets, 12 reps to failure. Track your dinner calories by knowing your morning and midday totals, then ask yourself "How many calories for dinner tonight?" to stay within your daily target. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Three Questions That Will Change Your Life Forever July 21, 2025 | Episode - 5141 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives deep into life's biggest questions during a spontaneous Sunday recording session. Fresh from a conversation with a young adult at church, he challenges you to face the three fundamental questions that most people never ask themselves. This isn't your typical Monday motivation – it's a raw, honest look at the messy middle of life where we all find ourselves. Scott shares his personal journey of walking around the block for an hour and a half, wrestling with existential questions that changed everything. If you've been coasting through life without direction, this episode will wake you up and set you on a new path. Featured Story During his monthly volunteer service running audio at church, Scott had a powerful conversation with a young adult who hadn't yet asked life's fundamental questions. What started as casual conversation turned into a transformative moment that left both of them thinking differently. Scott shares how he watched the young man's eyes cross as he processed questions he'd never considered. This authentic exchange captures the exact moment when someone begins their journey from unconscious living to intentional purpose – and it happens faster than you think. Important Points Life's three essential questions demand honest answers: Do you know who you are? Do you know why you're here? Do you know what you're supposed to be doing? The messy middle is where transformation happens – it's the space between where you've always been and where you're meant to be, including how you'll pay your bills and experience life fully. Once you hear these big questions, figuring out the answers becomes inevitable – you've officially begun a new journey whether you planned it or not. Memorable Quotes "How am I going to transform myself from what I've always done to what I should always have been doing?" "You cannot leave a legacy if you don't build one intentionally." "Just like I know for you right now, you may never have gone down any road like this at all before. But now that you have, you've heard those questions, you have now begun a new journey." Scott's Three-Step Approach Write down honest answers to the three big questions: Who are you? Why are you here? What should you be doing? Ask yourself how you'll transform from what you've always done to what you should always have been doing – including the practical stuff like paying bills. Start building your legacy intentionally today instead of hoping it will happen by accident. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop Setting Fake Deadlines July 17, 2025 | Episode 5139 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into why most people spend their entire lives doing things they don't like—and how to flip that script. He shares a powerful conversation with a client who set a goal with a major financial penalty, revealing why fear-based motivation backfires every time. Using his signature pilot metaphors, Scott explains the difference between "short runway" and "long runway" thinking. You'll discover why self-imposed penalties don't work and how to create real urgency that actually moves you forward. Featured Story A client set an ambitious business goal with a massive financial penalty if he didn't hit his deadline. Sounds motivating, right? Wrong. Scott breaks down exactly why this approach fails and what happens when you realize your "short runway" is actually much longer than you think. The truth? When push comes to shove, most of us have way more runway than we admit. Scott reveals how one client thought he had nine months to make his business work—until he realized he actually had 15 years of assets to fall back on. Important Points Fear-based motivation only works when the threat is real, not self-imposed—most penalties we create for ourselves aren't actually that scary when we dig deeper. Your "runway" is probably longer than you think—when you factor in all your resources, assets, and options, that urgent deadline might not be so urgent after all. Compressed deadlines work when they're genuine, but self-imposed fake urgency just makes you ease up on the power when it matters most. Memorable Quotes "It's amazing how many people spend their entire life doing things they don't like to do, and I don't believe in that." "Fear does not motivate you—it only motivates if it's real." "When it gets real, when you know you're going to crash and burn, you will hit your deadline every single time." Scott's Three-Step Approach Calculate your real runway by listing all your assets, resources, and backup options—stop fooling yourself about how urgent your timeline actually is. Replace fear-based penalties with exciting rewards that pull you forward—find something big and fun that makes you want to sprint toward your goal. Make your deadlines real by creating genuine consequences, not arbitrary ones you can easily escape when things get tough. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes You Already Have Permission to Go For It July 16, 2025 | Episode - 5138 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description After 20 years of coaching thousands of people, I figured out something powerful this morning that'll blow your mind. Every single successful person I've worked with has one thing in common - and I bet you're living it right now. They're brilliant, experienced, and incredibly successful on the surface. But here's the kicker - they're also feeling suffocated at the same time. They're stuck building other people's dreams instead of their own. The solution? It's simpler than you think, and I'm firing you up to take action today. Featured Story I shared my personal breaking point from 2006 when everything changed. I was stuck in TV and radio, making decent money but feeling completely lost. Then life hit me like a freight train - my wife Cheryl got cancer and was gone in less than 100 days at just 46 years old. That moment taught me life's way too short to spend another minute doing something that doesn't drive you. I refused to arrive at retirement never having really lived, so I started the Daily Boost and began helping people stop waiting and start living. Important Points Most successful people are stuck building other people's dreams at their own expense, creating a feeling of being successful yet suffocated simultaneously. Every person I've coached over 20 years has needed the same thing - permission from someone to say it's okay to go after what they really want. There are two critical areas you must master: facing your passion and funding your passion, because if you can't figure out how to pay for it, you won't do it. Memorable Quotes "Most people are stuck building the dreams of other people at their expense." "You have my permission. You have God's permission. You have the universe's permission to do what you feel you need to do." "If you don't know your purpose, your purpose is to find your purpose." Scott's Three-Step Approach Give yourself permission right now to pursue what makes you smile - that thing you already know you want to do but haven't acted on. Find someone who will support your decision and help you work through the practical details of making it happen. Focus on solving both facing your passion and funding your passion simultaneously, because you need both to make it work. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop "Managing" Time and Start Holding Your Space July 14, 2025 | Episode 5136 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Time management is dead, and if you're still trying to manage time, you haven't grown up yet. Scott breaks down his game-changing "holding space" concept that goes way beyond traditional time blocking. This isn't about cramming more into your day - it's about being selfish with your time and making life work for you, not against you. Plus, Scott shares exciting news about becoming a grandfather again and drops a powerful goal-setting truth bomb that'll change how you think about motivation. Get ready to throw out everything you thought you knew about productivity. Featured Story Scott celebrates the arrival of his fifth grandchild, baby Evan, weighing in at 7.9 pounds. But the real story unfolds when he helps a struggling military veteran client discover why his longevity goals weren't motivating him to hit the gym. The breakthrough? Shifting from longevity to impact - focusing on having the energy to make a difference in the world. Sometimes the goals that sound good aren't the ones that actually drive you forward. Important Points You can't manage time because time just is - it's 24 hours a day, period. What you can manage is yourself and how you show up in those hours. Thursday planning sessions eliminate Sunday stress by getting your week mapped out in advance, reducing cognitive load and freeing up mental energy for what matters. "Holding space" beats time blocking because it's about being selfish with your time and protecting what's important to you, not just scheduling tasks. Memorable Quotes "If you think you can manage time, you just haven't grown up yet. You're still living in the past." "Life is subtraction, not addition. Life is pulling things away that aren't working for you." "You don't find your passion. You face it every single day." Scott's Three-Step Approach Start planning on Thursdays to eliminate Sunday stress and reduce cognitive load for the upcoming week. Choose your top five roles and decide what you'll defend or change in each area during your weekly planning session. Block out time for what matters to you personally - morning me-time, deep work sessions, whatever fills your tank - and protect that space fiercely. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Fear Blocks Your Passion Path - Live Coaching Session July 10, 2025 | Episode 5134 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever feel like you're walking through tall grass with a machete, trying to find your way? You're not alone. In this special live coaching session, I hop on a call with my longtime client Chip to tackle the real stuff that keeps us stuck. We're talking about the fear that creeps in when you're 60 (or heading there), the scary choice of going all-in on what you love, and why cutting through the weeds might be exactly what you need. This isn't your typical podcast format - it's raw, real coaching in action. Get ready to eavesdrop on a conversation that'll make you want to face your own passion head-on. Featured Story Sometimes the best content happens when you least expect it. During a Face Your Passion coaching call, my client Chip was dropping truth bombs about transformation and identity. I literally said, "Hold on, let me push record - you're the podcast today." Three attempts later (technology, am I right?), we captured this authentic conversation about what it really takes to transform sales teams and your life. Chip's honesty about feeling scared and confused while "cutting weeds to see what's in front of him" will hit you right in the gut. His breakthrough moment about going all-in on his identity is pure gold. Important Points Fear of pursuing your passion often comes from comparing future goals to past methods that didn't work. "Going all-in on your identity" means eliminating everything that's not serving your ultimate transformation goal. People don't want change or improvement - they want complete transformation and the promise of what's on the other side. Memorable Quotes "Activity precedes clarity, but if you're going to do activity, you also have to say, well, listen, at least I'm searching for something." "Nobody wants change. They all want transformation. Nobody wants an improvement. They all want new." "It's not about wanting to find it. It's about having the courage to do it." Scott's Three-Step Approach Define what "impact" actually means to you instead of throwing around vague terms that sound good but mean nothing. Eliminate the busy work and courses that aren't directly serving your transformation goal - be ruthless about what stays and what goes. Paint a clear picture of the complete transformation you're promising, not just the process you're offering. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Want my Passion Alignment Audit based on my Six Passions framework? DM me the word "six" on Instagram @faceyourpassion and I'll send it over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Your Actions Are the Real Clarity Test  July 9, 2025 | Episode 5133 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Tired of overthinking your next move? Scott reveals why your actions, not your thoughts, are the true test of clarity. Through a real coaching conversation with longtime client Paula, you'll discover how to break free from the "yes trap" and create space for what actually matters to you. Whether you're stuck in business decisions or personal crossroads, this episode cuts through the confusion with practical steps that work. Stop chat-GPT'ing your life and start taking action that reveals what you really want. Featured Story Paula, a retired kayaking instructor and 20-year coaching client, faced a common dilemma: loving what she does but wanting to transition from teaching to mentoring. The organization kept asking her to teach, and she couldn't say no, even though she craved more personal time on the water. Scott walked her through a four-step process to redefine her role, identify her ideal students, and finally set boundaries that honor both her wisdom and her desires. Important Points Actions reveal clarity better than endless planning or thinking – if you want to know what you truly want, start doing something and let the path unfold. Define exactly who you want to help and what they really need, not what you think they should learn – Paula's students wanted confidence, safety, and fun, not just kayaking techniques. Set new rules and communicate them clearly to everyone involved – people expect and respect when you honor your life stage and priorities. Memorable Quotes "Your actions reveal clarity. If you're sitting around thinking it through, that's not action." "As soon as you know who you're going to help, you get that instant motivation and clarity." "You're retired, you're older, they all know that. You're not surprising anybody to tell them you want to slow down and enjoy your life." Scott's Three-Step Approach Put your priorities on your calendar first, then remove what doesn't serve your goals – create space for what matters most before adding new commitments. Identify your ideal person to help and discover what they truly want, then promise to deliver exactly that – focus your energy on people who light you up. Decide your new role in current situations and communicate the new rules clearly – let everyone know what you will and won't do moving forward. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com  YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast  Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove  Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Supercharge Your Year With Retrospection and Prospection July 4, 2025 | Episode 5130 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description It's Independence Day and we're halfway through 2025! Time to get real about where you've been and where you're headed. I'm sharing two uniquely human abilities that my high-performing clients swear by every single day. Forget traditional goal-setting and reflection – this is about feeling your way through the first six months and creating magic in the next six. These aren't just fancy words; they're your secret weapons for staying on track and becoming the person you're meant to be. Featured Story Fresh off a coaching call, Scott shares a powerful conversation with a client who thought his year was "a kick in the knackers" – until Scott reminded him about his new big client, beautiful motorcycle, loving wife, and great kids. It's a perfect example of how we forget our wins and focus on what's wrong. This story illustrates why retrospection isn't just looking back; it's about feeling the truth of your journey and recognizing what you've actually created in your life. Important Points Retrospection and prospection are uniquely human abilities that your pets can't do – only you can look back with feeling and create forward with intention. Most people blow through these exercises superficially the first time, so expect to dig deeper on your third or fourth attempt before it clicks. Clarity is the number one thing in personal transformation, followed immediately by getting rid of the clutter that's holding you back. Memorable Quotes "You as a human have the very unique ability to go come up with an idea and go create it." "Do not get down on yourself if you haven't figured it out yet – I've seen very smart people take months to get it dialed in." "You can prospectively decide what you want to create today and then just go make it happen." Scott's Three-Step Approach Look back retrospectively at your first six months of 2025 and feel how it went – not just think about it, but actually feel whether it matched your expectations. Move into prospection by deciding what you'll create in the second half of the year from a life experience perspective, not just goals. Practice this daily in 60 seconds, or spend five minutes doing it for the whole year, and watch your life transform. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Finding Your Third Identity July 3, 2025 | Episode 5129 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares a powerful coaching insight that stopped his group coaching call in its tracks. If you've ever felt disconnected from your work or questioned "who am I and what do I do," this episode will shift your perspective completely. Discover the concept of your "third identity" – the often-overlooked combination of who you are personally and professionally. Scott reveals why traditional work-life balance doesn't exist and how finding alignment in this third space can transform everything. Featured Story During a recent group coaching call, Scott introduced a game-changing concept that had everyone rethinking their approach to personal and professional development. He shared his observation that most people focus on either personal growth or professional advancement, missing the crucial third element that ties everything together. The breakthrough moment came when clients realized they don't need to separate who they are from what they do – they need to integrate both into a unified, authentic identity. Important Points You have three identities: personal, professional, and the combination identity that most people never acknowledge or develop. Traditional work-life balance is a myth because you're the same person whether at work or home – integration, not separation, is the key. The real transformation happens in that "third space" between your personal and professional selves, where authentic alignment creates lasting satisfaction. Memorable Quotes "I can't imagine knowing who I am personally and then having a job that doesn't match what I do and living life like that." "There is no work-life balance. It's the same. How do I know that? Because you're the same person, whether you're at work or you're at home." "If you're doing something you like to do, and if you're being the person you want to be, the combination is what you want in your life." Scott's Three-Step Approach Define your personal identity clearly by identifying your core values and who you want to be in all areas of life. Examine your professional identity and determine if it aligns with or conflicts with your personal values and goals. Focus on developing your "third identity" – the integrated version of yourself that combines personal authenticity with professional purpose. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Breaking Through When You Feel Stuck July 2, 2025 | Episode 5128 Host: Scott Smith Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels, stuck in neutral, or completely blocked from moving forward? You're not alone. After 20 years of coaching, Scott knows exactly what people say when they call for help. Today, he shares the surprising truth about why you feel stuck and reveals the one commitment that will get you moving fast. This isn't about fixing everything first – it's about finding what excites you so much you can't hold back the smile. Scott kicks off the episode by sharing his personal win at the gym – crushing 10 straight pull-ups after years of not being able to do them. The only downside? Nobody was there to witness his badass moment. This victory didn't happen overnight, and it perfectly illustrates today's lesson about commitment and forward momentum. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs happen when you're willing to put in the work, even when nobody's watching. The real reason you feel stuck isn't because you have too much to fix – it's because you either don't know where you want to go or you're not actually excited about getting there. You don't need to clean up every mess before you start moving toward your goal, just like you don't need to clean the dirt at home before going camping in the dirt. The magic happens when you commit to only taking actions that move you closer to your goal, period – everything else becomes background noise. "Everything's a dream. Perception is reality. Goals are just a tangible way you take action on things." "If you can't get yourself off the base to head that direction, it just means wherever you want to go is not that exciting." "Your goal would be to find the thing that excites you, that's so big, you just want to run with it until you can't even hold back the smile." Get crystal clear on where you want to go – if you're spinning, it's because you haven't found a destination that truly excites you. Make a commitment to yourself that you will only take actions that move you closer to that goal, and let everything else wait. Keep going until you get what you want, fixing problems as they come up rather than trying to solve everything before you start. Episode DescriptionFeatured StoryImportant PointsMemorable QuotesScott's Three-Step ApproachConnect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Life Is Good, Why Mess It Up? July 1, 2025 | Episode 5127Host: Scott Smith Scott dives into the two fundamental forces that drive everything in your life: people and money. You're either dealing with too many or not enough of both, and that's what's keeping you awake at night. But here's the kicker – when life is already good, why would you shake things up just to chase more money? This episode cuts through the noise with straight talk about growth, joy versus happiness, and why you might be hoarding personal development without actually transforming. Scott shares his perspective on living the good life and staying balanced while you grow. Scott recounts a powerful conversation with a friend about living the good life and the freedom that comes with it. The friend posed a game-changing question: "When life is good, why would you do something else only to make more money?" This simple question exposes how we often disrupt our own goodness chasing dollars we might not even need. The story illustrates the trap many fall into – working harder and harder, adding more junk on top of junk, becoming "hoarders of life" instead of focusing on transformation and what's already working. Everything in life comes down to two problems: people and money. Every sleepless night, every worry, every challenge connects to having too many or not enough of either. Growth and change are built into your DNA – you can't escape the drive to evolve, but you can stop yourself from acting on it by holding onto junk instead of transforming. Joy beats happiness every time because happiness is fleeting and temporary, while joy comes from within and lasts longer. "You become a hoarder of life. A lot of you guys are hoarders of personal growth." "There is nobody in the world that you should take a chance on that will disrupt that good life that you have." "Growth and change are what makes most people strive for something in their life – it's in your DNA to want to do that because anything other than growing and changing is dying." Accept that everything comes down to people and money, then get your head out of the sand and start dealing with both intentionally. Focus on transformation instead of accumulation by getting rid of the junk before adding new goals or responsibilities to your life. Ask yourself the key question before making any major change: "Will this enhance my good life or disrupt it?" Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You Ready to Escape Your Success? June 30, 2025 | Episode - 5025 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares a powerful strategy he's used for years to transform his life during society's predictable downtime. While everyone else disappears for summer vacation, there's a hidden opportunity waiting for those bold enough to take it. This episode reveals how to leverage the 4th of July holiday season and other societal breaks to compress massive progress into just a few weeks. Plus, Scott asks that might change everything: “Are you ready to escape your success?” Featured Story Scott recalls how this strategy first worked for him during one of life's most challenging moments - when his first wife passed away. While everyone gave him space and didn't know what to say, he recognized a window of opportunity. During that month when nobody was paying attention, he completely shifted careers and started the business he runs today. That painful experience taught him a lesson about the power of taking action when the world looks the other way. Important Points Society provides predictable breaks twice a year - summer holidays and Christmas/New Year - when everyone disappears and stops paying attention, creating perfect opportunities for deep work and transformation. Most people spend their entire lives trapped in the lifestyle they've created, even when they have success, because they never take time to defocus from everything else and dig deep into what they really want. You can compress massive progress and change the direction of almost anything in your life in just a couple of weeks when you choose to take action while everyone else is busy or distracted. Memorable Quotes “When the crowd goes left, you ought to be going right.” “You can change the direction of just about anything in your life when you choose to take massive and perfect action.” “Are you ready to escape your success?” Scott's Three-Step Approach Identify what you've been wanting to accomplish but haven't had the mental space or time to tackle - whether it's writing a book, starting a business, or spending quality time with family. Use society's predictable downtimes (summer holidays, Christmas/New Year) as your window to disconnect from distractions and focus intensely on your goals. Take massive action during these quiet periods when emails stop flying, phones stop ringing, and everyone else is looking the other way. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 3-Day Rule That Changes Everything About Motivation June 27, 2025 | Episode 5125 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ready for some real talk about motivation? Scott drops some truth bombs about why you've been waiting your whole life to “arrive” somewhere that doesn't exist. From his boot-wearing, motorcycle-riding perspective, he breaks down the biggest myth about motivation and reveals the physical secret that keeps you fired up. This isn't your typical feel-good fluff. Scott gets raw about his journey from thinking he'd have it all figured out by 18, then 21, then 30 (skip your thirties, he says), and realizing he'd been where he needed to be all along. Get ready to discover why motivation isn't magical—it's physical, and you're about to learn how to tap into an endless supply. Featured Story Scott takes you on his journey through the decades, sharing how he spent years thinking he'd “make it” at the next milestone. From early parenthood to his purposeful midlife crisis (complete with motorcycle purchase), he reveals the moment he realized he'd been living his dream life all along. The story hits home because we've all been there—waiting for someday to arrive. Scott's honest reflection on turning 60 and thinking the “ride was over” will make you rethink what it means to live in the moment while still chasing your dreams. Important Points Motivation is physical, not magical—you need to get up and move to fuel it, because sitting there trying to think your way to motivation doesn't work. Your brain's executive center has about three days of deep focus before it runs out of fuel, which is why taking breaks and shifting gears is essential for maintaining endless motivation. Stop waiting for “someday” to arrive because you're already living your life right now—the key recognizes you've already made it and is deciding what to do with where you are today. Memorable Quotes “If you think you're going to do it tomorrow, you better do it this afternoon. Because if you wait till tomorrow, tomorrow is going to be in 20 years.” “Motivation is one of those interesting things. It is best fueled when you're physical—it's so much easier to motivate and inspire yourself when you're in physical movement.” “Don't rely on anybody else to bring you that because motivation is infinite if you can fuel yourself along the way.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Stand up right now and start moving—whether it's taking a walk, hitting the gym, or just pacing around your room, because physical movement is the fastest way to shift your mental state. Schedule regular breaks every few days to recharge your executive center by reading, meditating, listening to motivational content, or doing something different from your focused work. Create your own motivation instead of waiting for someone else to inspire you—write what excites you, call that friend with the tickets, or plan something that gets your adrenaline flowing. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com  YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove  Facebook Group:https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes The Truth About Focus Nobody Wants to Hear June 26, 2025| Episode - 5124 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You're focused on something right now, but is it the right thing? Scott breaks down why your focus determines everything you get in life and shares his game-changing formula that works even when you're completely overwhelmed. Forget massive action that creates chaos. There's a better way to move forward that doesn't require perfect clarity or a crystal-clear vision. Featured Story Scott reveals his personal journey of almost retiring the Daily Boost, only to discover the real issue wasn't the show itself. Just like bill collectors who stop calling once you pay your debts, sometimes what we think is the problem isn't the actual problem at all. The breakthrough came when he realized that addressing symptoms instead of root causes keeps us stuck in endless cycles. Important Points You get what you focus on, so if you're constantly focused on problems, you'll magnify them and get more of the same. “Massive imperfect action” beats perfect planning because it allows you to make progress while accepting that you'll clean up messes along the way. The simple equation “Start plus next equals results” works even when you have zero clarity about your direction or goals. Memorable Quotes “If you are focused on all the bad crap in your life, what are you getting more of every single day? More of it.” “When you take massive action, it can make a freaking mess. Everything gets changed.” “If you don't know your purpose, your purpose is to find your purpose.  That's what you're here for.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Decide what your focus will be today, even if it's just maintaining a joyful mindset and refusing to deal with anything that disrupts that joy, Start moving in the general direction of what you want, even if you're unfocused and unclear about the destination. Commit to taking the next step after you start, then repeat this process until you build unstoppable momentum. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com  YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast  Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove  Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Being Reasonable Keeps You Stuck June 25, 2025 | Episode 5123  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into the difference between being reasonable and unreasonable, and why sometimes you need to stop going along to get along. He shares why reasonable people settle for mundane while unreasonable people create their own reality. With his signature energy, Scott explores how society teaches us to be “good little citizens,” but that might be exactly what's holding you back from your goals. He'll challenge you to think about where you stand when everyone else thinks you're being unreasonable. Featured Story Scott shares Maya Angelou's powerful story about stopping at a dinner party when someone told an off-color joke at her home. Even after an apology, she stood her ground and asked the person to leave. This moment perfectly captures what it means to be unreasonable in the eyes of others while staying true to your values. It's a reminder that sometimes being unreasonable is exactly what the situation calls for. Important Points Reasonable people settle for mundane and just go along with what society expects, while unreasonable people create different realities for themselves and everyone around them. Most people who feel stuck are dealing with roadblocks because others are reading them in a way that's not compatible with who they really are. When you decide to go after something that excites you, you're literally one person against 8 billion, which means most people will think you're being unreasonable. Memorable Quotes “A reasonable person settles for mundane. A reasonable person just kind of goes along with it.” “Unreasonable people will create a different reality for themselves to begin with and then for everybody around them.” “You don't think you're being unreasonable. You think you're totally reasonable for the goals you want to accomplish.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Stop going along to get along when it conflicts with your goals and values. Recognize that what feels reasonable to you will seem unreasonable to most other people, and that's okay. Stand your ground when you know you're right, even if it means stepping on some toes. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast  Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Turn Dreaded Conversations Into Breakthrough Moments June 24, 2025 | Episode - 5122  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You know that conversation you've been putting off? The one that makes your stomach twist just thinking about it? Scott's got your back with a game-changing approach to uncomfortable conversations. Drawing from Tim Ferriss's wisdom and his own coaching experience, Scott reveals why these dreaded talks are never actually surprises to anyone involved. He'll show you how to flip the script from avoiding to embracing these moments as opportunities to clear the air and move forward. This isn't about being mean or overly emotional—it's about having integrity and doing what needs to be done with confidence. Featured Story Scott shares a real coaching moment from just yesterday when a client was struggling with how to “softly bring up” a difficult workplace issue. The breakthrough came when Scott challenged him to see the conversation differently. Instead of tiptoeing around the topic, Scott helped his client realize that being direct and caring isn't contradictory—it's exactly what the situation called for. The story perfectly illustrates how we often overcomplicate conversations that everyone already knows need to happen. Important Points Everyone already knows the conversation is coming—you're not surprising anyone by addressing the elephant in the room. Trying to find the “perfect way” to bring something up is just procrastination disguised as preparation. Having integrity means doing your job and caring enough to speak up when something needs to be addressed. Memorable Quotes “Why are you making me have to do this? I don't like it, but we all will do what we have to do because we're good people.” “It's never an unknown. Whatever you're going to talk about is never a surprise to the person you're going to talk to ever.” “Rather than call it an uncomfortable conversation, I call it an uncomfortable confirmation—basically just confirming that this is where we are.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Be direct and get to the point—don't beat around the bush or talk about the weather first. Ask a question, say what it is, keep it real without getting emotional, and think it through in advance like a doctor or attorney would. Once you've said what's on your mind, ask for feedback because you've released so much weight that solutions become possible. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com  YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast  Facebook Page:https://facebook.com/motivationtomove  Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Goal-Setting Method That Keeps You Average June 23, 2025 | Episode - 5121  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I'm about to make some people mad today, especially if you're a brand-new certified life coach. We're diving into why SMART goals might be keeping you average instead of pushing you toward greatness. I believe in goals because your brain is hard-wired for them, but there's a difference between goals that move you forward and goals that keep you stuck. Today, I'm breaking down the SMART goals framework and showing you why it might not be as effective as you think. Get ready for some truth bombs and a fresh perspective on goal-setting that'll fire you up. Featured Story Scott's taking on cardio and core hell week while cutting for his big show in September. An hour of cardio daily, combining long slow burn with VO2 max sessions and HIIT training, plus 20 minutes of core work for seven straight days. But the real story is his take on SMART goals and why they're designed for average people who want average results. He's challenging the 50-year-old acronym that everyone swears by but might hold you back from your biggest dreams. Important Points Your brain automatically sets goals every second of the day, and most of what has you off track is because your mind is drawing your focus toward random, unspecific targets. SMART goals work great for average people with average results, but if you want extraordinary outcomes, you need to think beyond frameworks designed for the masses. Time-bound goals can work against you because everything takes three times longer than you think it will, and focusing on outcomes matters more than arbitrary deadlines. Memorable Quotes “I'm a fan of big ass goals. I set big ass goals. I love goals. I am not a fan of SMART goals.” “If you can't specifically understand what your goal is, you don't have a goal. You're a walking generality.” “Who the hell cares what anybody else says? If it's real to you, go for it.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Get specific about exactly what you want - not “I want to lose weight” but the exact amount and why it matters to you personally. Focus on measuring your progress rather than measuring your timeline, because the journey matters more than hitting arbitrary deadlines. Believe your goal is realistic for you, regardless of what anyone else thinks, because your reality is what counts in your goal achievement. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Raw Coaching Insights From Early Morning Warriors June 23, 2025 | Episode - 5120  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott gets real about missing his first podcast in years (hey, it happens!) and dives into the powerful conclusions from his Face Your Passion coaching calls. These aren't your typical motivational platitudes–they're raw, authentic insights from high-achievers who show up at 7 AM ready to transform their lives. From redefinition to making things happen, Scott breaks down the simple truths that work when you stop overthinking and start moving. This episode cuts through the fluff and gives you the between-the-lines wisdom that creates real change. Featured Story Scott shares behind-the-scenes moments from his Face Your Passion coaching group–125 calls deep with people aged 30 to 73 who get up early because they're serious about creating passionate, purposeful lives. He drew these conclusions from the participants, who underwent a fundamental transformation in real time. The magic happens when people are challenged just enough to feel uncomfortable, then break through with insights they didn't even know they had. It's coaching gold that reveals how simple truths become life-changing when you're ready to receive them. Important Points The mind works retrospectively and prospectively–it always asks, “How did last week go?” and “What will you change next week?” to create powerful awareness and forward momentum. Most people lack the clarity to make decisions, which means they can't take action. You must decide what you want to do before you can do it. Sometimes, you need to stop being yourself if being yourself isn't working–redefining yourself isn't wrong; it's necessary for growth and breakthrough. Memorable Quotes “If you keep moving forward and get things done, life is going to work out okay for you. If you stop moving, it  will not work out.” “I'd rather take a chance and kick you in the ass a bit and have you hate me for a minute, love me forever.” “Sometimes the stuff I'm telling you today, simple advice, you go do it whether you like it, no matter how hard it is, you will be rewarded for going through it.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask yourself retrospectively how last week went, then prospectively what you'll change next week to create what you want. Stop overthinking motivation and tap into a time when you were naturally fired up–model that energy and feeling instead of relying on canned exercises. Decide what you want to do and do it. Stop waiting for perfect clarity and start moving toward your passion, purpose, meaning, and legacy. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com  YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast  Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove  Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes More Is on the Other Side of Less June 19, 2025 | Episode 5119 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Fresh off a Face Your Passion coaching call, Scott brings that fired-up energy straight to you in this spontaneous episode. He dives into the simple truth that stops most people from achieving what they want: they don't just make it happen. Scott cuts through all the noise and gets real about what's holding you back. It's not about adding more tactics or strategies to your life. It's about clearing out the clutter and giving up the stuff that isn't serving you. This episode will challenge you to stop doing what you think you're supposed to do and start living for what fires you up. Featured Story Scott shares insights from his recent Face Your Passion coaching call where client Chip dropped a simple but powerful phrase: “Let's make it happen.” This moment sparked a conversation that had everyone taking notes and revealed the fundamental difference between people who dream and people who achieve. The story illustrates how the most successful people have figured out the really important, simple things. They don't get caught up in endless learning and research. They clear the path and take action. Important Points Whatever you want more of in life - satisfaction, happiness, success, freedom - is on the other side of giving up less important things. Coaches spend most of their time clearing obstacles, not adding more, because once the clutter is removed, everything opens up. Stop doing what you think you're supposed to do and start doing what fires you up, because the “messy middle” between teenage freedom and retirement dreams will bring you down. Memorable Quotes “More is on the other side of less.” “Let's make it happen - that's what fires me up, and you could see people taking notes when I said it.” “It's not about putting more in. It's about taking stuff away, and once we get it out of the way, everything opens up.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Realize what's going on in your life right now instead of just coasting through your daily routine. Identify what you're doing because someone else said you should, then stop doing those things that aren't serving your proper goals. Clear the clutter, give up the garbage, and eliminate the stinking thinking that's holding you back from what you want. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  Email: support@motivationtomove.com  Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Plan B Is Sabotaging Your Plan A Success June 18, 2025 | Episode 5118  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into a Southern phrase that perfectly captures why so many people never reach their big dreams. “Fixing to get ready” isn't procrastination—it's something worse. It's the endless preparation that keeps you stuck in the starting blocks while your real goals sit waiting. With his signature fired-up energy, Scott challenges you to stop building the perfect foundation and start walking the dirt road to your empire. Sometimes the scariest thing isn't failure—it's realizing you've been preparing for a life you never actually lived. Featured Story Scott shares a conversation with a talented friend who dreams of becoming a famous speaker and TV personality. Instead of charging toward that vision, his friend got trapped in the “fixing to get ready” mindset—perfecting websites, building systems, and handling a thousand tasks before pursuing what really matters. This story hits home because we've all been there. We convince ourselves we need the perfect setup before we can chase our dreams. Scott's message is clear: the foundation-building never ends, but your passion can drive you forward right now. Important Points The “fixing to get ready” trap keeps you busy with preparation while your real dreams collect dust. When you have a vision big enough to taste and feel, motivation becomes automatic—you don't need to manufacture it. Real commitment means refusing Plan B and sitting on the beach until your Plan A opportunity comes along. Memorable Quotes “When you have a what that's big enough, I think you do it automatically. I think you get out of bed ready to go. That's the magic of motivation.” “You don't need to build the empire first. You need to build the dirt road to the empire.” “The more you dig in and stay in your zone of genius, the thing that drives you, the thing that gets you awake in the middle of the night—not because you're stressed, but because you're excited.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Identify what gets you so excited you wake up at 3 in the morning, wanting to make things happen. Stop justifying the thousand distractions that keep you from your real goal. Model what others have already done successfully instead of reinventing the wheel. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email:  support@motivationtomove.com Main Website:  https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Your Routine Stops Working for You June 17, 2025 | Episode - 5117 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I share a coaching conversation that revealed an important truth about routines - they work great until they don't. In this episode, I explore why the habits and patterns that once served you can become frustrations. You'll discover why your brain loves routines but also why it resists change, even when change is what you need. I break down the natural lifecycle of habits and give you permission to develop your routines when they stop serving your bigger vision. Featured Story I got busted by my wife for overfeeding our pets while she was out of town. As a “former fat guy,” I couldn't resist giving the dogs and cat those extra spoonfuls of food - leading to some very telling evidence when she returned. This little confession leads me into something deeper - why we keep defending our routines even when they're not working for us anymore. Important Points I explain why routines are essential - your brain loves operating on autopilot to save energy, but good and bad patterns can happen at the same time. I share how new routines work great at first, but over time you felt frustration as life changes while you're still sticking to outdated patterns. I reveal the key to breaking free - asking yourself whether your current routine serves your bigger vision or holds you back. Memorable Quotes “I do not lean backwards. I don't allow people to talk me backwards. If you are negative, I don't listen to you.” “You're running on autopilot most of the time. You are. Naturally, it's not you. You're not doing anything wrong.” “A routine will get you where you want to go. Find the good ones. Lock it in and go do it. But expect it's going to be iterated.” Scott's Three-Step Approach I show you how to recognize when frustration signals that your current routine isn't serving your bigger vision anymore. I challenge you to decide today to put a new, better routine in place rather than defending patterns that no longer work. I encourage you to embrace change as constant and be willing to iterate your routines as life develops around you. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group:https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Fire Yourself Up When Nothing Seems to Motivate You June 16, 2025 | Episode - 5116 Host: Scott Smith Scott tackles the age-old question: How do you get fired up when you can't seem to motivate yourself? A friend's honest confession leads to a powerful conversation about finding that unstoppable feeling we all crave. Scott shares his three-step approach to reigniting your passion and breaking free from the comfortable trap that's keeping you stuck. This isn't about external motivation—it's about firing yourself up from the inside out. Scott recounts a conversation with a friend who admitted he couldn't motivate or inspire himself, but wanted to feel fired up about his business. The friend's story about working in airplane hangars during high school while his peers were out having fun reveals the key to finding that unstoppable drive we all need. You need something bigger than yourself—a dream so exciting that people think you're crazy for pursuing it. You must clear the clutter from your life, even the good things that are keeping you comfortable but trapped. Once you have the big dream and clear the obstacles, action becomes natural because you'll run toward what you want. “You have to motivate yourself from the inside. I'm gonna give you some ideas, hopefully to fire you up.” “It's got to be bigger than you. It's got to be so exciting you can't hardly wait to get there.” “The trick is to click. When it clicks inside of you, everything changes.” Find something bigger than you—a dream so interesting it makes you look up and feel excited about the future. Clear the clutter from your life by giving up things that are keeping you comfortable but trapped. Take action and run toward your goal because once you have clarity and remove obstacles, momentum becomes natural. Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group:https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You the Arsonist Setting Your Own Fires? June 13, 2025 | Episode 5115 Host: Scott Smith Scott tackles one of his favorite topics: the problems you're causing yourself. Most people spend their days running around putting out fires, but what if you're the one setting them? In this eye-opening episode, Scott reveals why your life feels like nonstop drama and stress, and how to break the cycle of creating your own chaos. This isn't about perfection—it's about recognizing patterns that keep you stuck. Scott shares practical insights on how to stop being your own worst enemy and create the peaceful life you actually want. Scott shares his experience coaching people who feel constantly overwhelmed by putting out fires in their lives. The revelation comes when he asks a simple question: "Did you set those fires?" The silence that follows tells the whole story. Most people are unknowingly acting as both the arsonist and the firefighter in their own lives, creating drama just to solve it. If your life is nonstop drama, stress, and chaos, there's a good chance you are the cause, even if you don't want to see it that way. Living with your hair on fire keeps you so busy that years go by wondering why you can't get what you want in life. When you stop creating unnecessary chaos, you'll find a quiet life—and that's when the good stuff happens. "If you're putting out fires, you're a fireman. But if you're running around setting fires, you're an arsonist." "You are 100% in charge of any action you choose. You chose it. It's yours. Choose good ones." "When you stop all the craziness, you leave a hole—a hole called peace. That's where the good stuff happens." Accept that you're probably causing a good amount of your own drama and stress instead of blaming external circumstances. Stop doing anything that results in more chaos knocking at your door and embrace the quiet space you create. Hold that peaceful space and replace chaotic habits with something good, even if it means doing nothing while you figure it out. Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Run Your Life Like a Business With a Positive ROI June 12, 2025 | Episode - 5114 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Want to transform your life and actually see results? I'm sharing my four-step approach to running your life like a business to get a positive return on investment in everything you do. After 20 years and over 5,000 episodes, I've learned that success comes down to treating your personal growth like a profitable business. No more spinning your wheels or ending up with less than you started with. Featured Story Scott opens up about a vulnerable moment when his wife forgot to make his lunch before leaving for an appointment, making him feel like a three-year-old asking “What am I going to eat, mommy?” This honest story leads into a powerful discussion about how businesses require positive ROI, and your life should too. Just like a business can't survive losing money, you shouldn't invest time and energy into activities that leave you worse off than when you started. Important Points Every business must generate profit to survive, and your life should operate the same way - you need positive returns on your investments of time and energy. Most people have experienced ending up with less than they started with in some area of life, but unlike businesses that can fail completely, you have the ability to switch gears and change direction when needed. The key to success lies in measuring your progress consistently, just like weighing yourself daily when losing weight, because “if you can't measure it, you can't succeed.” Memorable Quotes “Do more of what you love and less of what you don't. That's it.” “If you can't measure it, you can't succeed. You can only get where you want to go if you know where you're going.” “Life is better when you have a positive return, a positive ROI in everything that you do.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Decide what you do when you're living a happy life and be very specific. Get in touch with what truly makes you happy - it's probably simpler than you think and something you might not want to admit right now. Be flexible in your approach, find what works, lock it in, refine it if necessary, and keep doing it. Expect detours and changes, but stay committed to what consistently works for you. Set benchmarks, measure your progress, and when you miss milestones, immediately adjust and get back on track. Create key performance indicators for your life and use them to stay accountable to your goals. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Three Steps to Change Anything June 10, 2025 | Episode 5113 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Change doesn't have to be complicated, even though we make it that way. In this episode, I break down the three essential steps you need to transform anything in your life. Whether you're stuck in analysis paralysis or overwhelmed by too many options, these steps will give you the clarity and direction you've been missing. I share why bad things change while good changes take more intentional steps, plus a personal story about my radio DJ days and how the podcasting world has flipped since 2006. Featured Story Scott reflects on his transition from radio DJ to podcast host, sharing how people once questioned his move to podcasting back in 2006. Now, 20 years later, former radio colleagues are calling him for advice on getting into the podcast world. It's a perfect example of how dramatically things can change when you stick to your vision. Important Points Most people struggle with change because they don't know what they want, making this the most difficult but essential first step. Success models and frameworks are everywhere, but you can only find the right roadmap when you have crystal-clear clarity on your specific outcome. Consistent, disciplined action toward your goal should happen every minute you're awake because every minute you're not moving forward is a minute you're not living the life you want. Memorable Quotes “Bad things change. Something bad happens, you change. Never going to do that again. Good things change slower than that.” “Every minute you're not bold is a minute you're not living what you want to live.” “You've been around living in this life a long time. You're smart enough to do this.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Get crystal clear on what you want - this is the most difficult step and may take weeks of honest self-reflection to figure out. Find a framework or roadmap by modeling others who have achieved what you want, but only after you know your specific outcome. Take consistent, disciplined action toward your goal every single day without procrastination or hesitation. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Don't Let Bill-Paying Kill Your Dreams June 10, 2025 | Episode -5112 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Summer's here, and while everyone's thinking about vacations and fun, Scott wants you to think about something more important: your focus. Your attention determines your destination, and most people don't realize others have already set their focus. In this episode, Scott shares a conversation he had with a young man who just finished school and was pursuing his “dream career.” But there was a problem - his focus was in the wrong place, and Scott could hear it immediately. Featured Story Scott met a young man at church who had just finished school and was working toward his dream career. The young man also got job certification to pay his bills while pursuing his passion. During their conversation, the young man said something that made Scott's ears perk up: “I'm hoping I can get a good job supporting my dream.” To Scott's trained ear, this wasn't hope - it was dream-erasing, defocused thinking that would lead the young man away from what he wanted. Important Points What you focus on is what you get - if you focus on paying bills instead of pursuing dreams, you'll stay focused on paying bills for 20, 30, or 40 years. Golden handcuffs are real - the certainty of earning income becomes your focus, and dreams disappear while you're busy doing stuff. The solution is separation - get a job separate from your dreams that pays the bills, then focus every available second on your dreams until you don't need that job anymore. Memorable Quotes “What you focus on is what you get. You've heard that a thousand times. Do you believe it?” “Most folks don't notice their dreams are gone for like 20, 30, 40 years because they're so busy doing stuff.” “When you focus on your dreams, you get so good at what you do. It's just a matter of time before you percolate to the top and start getting paid to do what you love to do.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Get a job that's separate from any dream you've ever had that makes the money you need to pay your bills. Focus every single second of time after work on your dreams and getting better at what you want to do. Define your money-making job by saying “I do this to make money so I can do that,” knowing you'll shift gears as soon as you're good enough at your dream pursuit. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Your Goals Keep Getting Blown Off Course June 9, 2025 | Episode - 5111  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You're hard-wired for goals, whether you realize it or not. If you're not setting them consciously, everyone else is setting them for you. Scott breaks down why most people struggle with goal achievement using his pilot's perspective on “flying crooked.” Life will blow you off course like wind affects an airplane, but that doesn't mean you should take detours or stepping stones. Learn why going straight to what you want works better than building up to it, and how to make those crucial wind corrections when life gets in the way. Featured Story Scott shares insights from a recent Fisher Passion coaching call where a friend wanted to build up gradually to making a TV show instead of going directly for his goal. This leads to Scott's airplane metaphor about flying crooked - how pilots compensate for wind by pointing slightly into it to reach their destination. Just like pilots need wind correction to avoid missing their airport, you need goal correction to avoid missing your dreams. Important Points Your mind and body are naturally designed to pursue goals, so if you're not setting them deliberately, others will set them for you. Taking “stepping stone” jobs or building up to your actual goal often backfires - go directly toward what you want as fast as possible. Life will blow you off course like wind affects an airplane, so expect it and make constant corrections rather than getting frustrated. Memorable Quotes “If you're not setting goals for yourself and deciding where you want to go, then your body and your mind and everybody around you are setting goals for you, which is why you're not getting what you want.” “Why would you give up a year or two or three or five of your life to see if it's going to work out as a stepping stone?” “Life gets in the way. It's going to blow you around. Expect it's going to happen.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Set clear goals for yourself instead of letting others set them for you - you're hard-wired for goal achievement, anyway. Go directly toward what you want rather than taking stepping stone positions or building up gradually to your real objective. Expect life to blow you off course like wind affects an airplane, then make constant corrections to stay headed toward your destination. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes One Question That Will Get You Into Action June 6, 2025 | Episode 5110 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Feeling stuck or struggling to follow through on your decisions? Scott shares one powerful question that cuts through all the noise and gets you moving toward what you really want. Drawing from a lesson learned at a screenwriting event 25 years ago, Scott reveals why this simple question is more effective than finding your “why.” If you're tired of the same motivational advice and ready for some straight talk that actually works, this episode delivers the breakthrough you need. Featured Story Scott takes us back to his days as a film and television producer in Orlando, when he attended a screenwriting event that changed everything. A screenwriter on stage asked one simple question that hit Scott like a lightning bolt: “How bad do you want it?” This moment of clarity helped Scott realize he was pursuing screenwriting because he felt he “should,” not because he truly wanted it. That revelation became the foundation for a question he asks himself every single day. Important Points The question “How bad do you want it?” is more powerful than asking “What's your why?” because once you know what you truly want, the why becomes automatic. You will always get exactly what you want when you want it bad enough—whether it's happiness, money, better relationships, or any other goal. Many people have plenty of “whys” but still don't achieve their goals because they simply don't want it badly enough yet. Memorable Quotes “You will always get exactly what you want when you want it bad enough.” “Nothing can stop you when you want something bad enough. You'll always find a way.” “If you haven't figured it out, sometimes things take longer to get to than you want them to—that's why ‘yet' is one of my most favorite words on the planet.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Ask yourself honestly: “How bad do I want it?” before pursuing any goal or making any major decision. Stop focusing on finding your “why” and start getting clear on what you actually want versus what you think you should want. Remember that if you're not making progress on something, you probably just don't want it badly enough “yet”—and that's okay. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop Failing at Your To-Do List June 5, 2025 | Episode 5109  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott takes a humorous yet practical approach to productivity by exposing the truth about to-do lists - they're “to-fail lists” in disguise. He reveals why most people struggle with traditional task management and introduces a game-changing perspective that removes stress while getting things done. This episode combines Scott's signature wit with actionable strategies that successful people used to accomplish what matters most. Featured Story Scott shares insights from his conversation with a fellow coach who works with high-end entrepreneurs and business owners. Despite their success and resources, these accomplished individuals still need help with the basics - including how to create effective to-do lists. This revelation leads to Scott's exploration of why we overcomplicate productivity and how returning to fundamentals can transform your daily effectiveness. Important Points Most successful people focus on completing just three important tasks per day rather than overwhelming themselves with endless lists. Traditional to-do lists often become “should I do it,” “when am I going to do it,” and “why haven't I done it” lists that create guilt and procrastination. The key to stress-free productivity is shifting from a task-driven mindset to a reflection-based approach that celebrates what you've already accomplished. Memorable Quotes “If I do three important things a day, I'm good. And anybody I've ever talked to that has success in life does about three important things a day.” “You don't have to check everything off. Just look and see if you did it.” “Instead of being guided by your list all day long, every day, like gotta do this, gotta do this. You're no fun, by the way.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Determine if tasks align with your goals and values, recognizing that focusing on the 20% that matters ensures the rest happens. Throw away everything you can by reviewing your list and eliminating tasks that don't need to be done by you or don't need to be done at all. Transform your to-do list into a “did I do it” list by reflecting on what you've accomplished rather than stressing about what's left undone. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes What If You Could Live Like You're 16 Again? June 4, 2025 | Episode 5108  Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Do you have a song or memory that instantly transports you back to your youth? I experienced that magic moment while watching a YouTube video about David Cassidy and the iconic Partridge Family tour bus. That nostalgic rush got me thinking about what life would look like if we could recapture the mindset and freedom we had at 16 years old. When you were a teenager, you dreamed big, had real friends, and looked forward to the future with excitement. You weren't weighed down by debt, stress, or the daily grind that seems to impede living. What if you could bring that energy and perspective into your adult life today? Featured Story I was relaxing on my patio, scrolling through YouTube, when a video about the colorful Partridge Family tour bus caught my eye—seeing David Cassidy brought back vivid memories of cutting records off cereal boxes as a kid and waiting impatiently to hear them play. That instant time travel feeling reminded me how powerful it can be to reconnect with who we used to be before life got complicated. Important Points When you were 16, you educated yourself daily, had genuine friendships, and dreamed obsessively about your future without letting daily responsibilities crush your spirit. The job you do today would have felt like prison for your 16-year-old self, which should make you question whether you're truly living or just surviving. You don't need to throw everything away to recapture that youthful energy–you need to get back in rhythm with who you are underneath all the grown-up complications. Memorable Quotes “You don't have to be 16 again, but imagine how much fun you could have if you knew then what you know now, and you used every single bit of it today.” “Work sure gets in the way of life. You don't think much about that when you're a kid, but all you want to do is go to work.” “I still think like I'm 16 today, and I still feel like I'm yet to grow up.” Scott's Three-Step Approach Start dreaming again about your future and get excited about what's coming, no matter how many years you have ahead of you. Surround yourself with real friends who genuinely care about you, not just office acquaintances or social media connections you've never met. Busy yourself with actually living life instead of getting caught up in everything that distracts you from who you really are. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices