The Emotional Fortitude Podcast

"A lot of people are mistaking intensity for consistency."In this episode, I talk with Peter Shallard, the "Shrink for Entrepreneurs," about why executing on big goals scares entrepreneurs and how to break through plateaus in business. We discuss how burnout for entrepreneurs doesn't stem from overwork, and why playfulness and creativity are essential for breaking through plateaus.Key Topics:Why burnout for entrepreneurs is rooted in disappointment, not overworkThe principle of "minimum effective dose" for effective productivityHow gamification can help you avoid burnoutConnect with Peter:Website: www.commitaction.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petershallard/*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

In this special episode Itamar is Interviewed by Andre Lugo, a specialist in behavior change and theory of constraints.After researching Itamar's system, Andre reached out with what he put together. The interview ranges from Andre himself being vulnerable in the hot seat and getting coached to breaking down:Why you should clarify your goals before working on your mindsetHow to recognize the point of power and avoid making regrettable decisionsHow to choose consulting clients that will be both enjoyable to work with and get resultsTo connect with Andre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-lugo/

"A black belt is someone who got choked, swept and submitted thousands of times and kept coming back for more. Someone who turned those painful lessons into wisdom."As Itamar gets ready to receive his second stripe on his BJJ black belt, he shares eight crucial lessons from martial arts that have helped him coach successful entrepreneurs. Covering how to apply these principles of high-performance to create breakthrough results in business and avoid ego traps.Key topics:The perspective shift that can eliminate performance blocksThe danger of "blue beltitus" in entrepreneurship and how to avoid itHow to recognize truly high-caliber mentors in any field*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

James Swanwick reveals how high performers can break free from alcohol without willpower or AA. He shares why even occasional drinking costs you money, clarity, and connection - and how an empowering mindset shift makes alcohol freedom feel like an unfair advantage rather than deprivation.Key Topics:Why successful people struggle to give up alcohol despite conquering other challengesWhy AA's approach often fails and keeps people stuck in a small lifeWhy alcohol freedom is the new flex that earns respectConnect with James:Book: https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clearWebsite: alcoholfreelifestyle.comInstagram: @jamesswanwick*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/applyGet the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"The pilots who survive aren't the most skilled—they're the ones who adapt fastest."In this episode, I explain why your current identity—the expertise you've built over years—might be your biggest obstacle to adapting at AI speed. I break down the “OODA loop” and how it can determine your success in business.Key Topics:Why a sense of stability could be your downfall in the AI eraThree-step protocol for building an AI-first identityThe uncomfortable truth about letting go of who you've been in order to adapt*Pre-order Military Grade Mindset book: https://militarygrademindset.com/If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"Action beats intention. Results beat ego."What if the reason you're stuck isn't about talent, skill, or even motivation? It's because of how your mind reacts under pressure. And whether you realize it or not, you're likely playing out one of three patterns that sabotage high performers: The Go Harder Guy, The Mr. Nice Guy, or The Chip on the Shoulder Guy.Alex De Fina joins Itamar in this episode to break down the three performance archetypes that affect entrepreneurs' success.Key Topics:How to recognize what emotion patterns take you away from peak performanceWhy identifying your archetype matters more than striving for an ideal persona - understanding your default patterns helps prevent self-sabotagePractical strategies to break free from each archetype's limitations while maintaining their core strengthsPre-order Itamar's book "Military Grade Mindset" at militarygrademindset.com*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"If you're just having all these expectations of things that you can't control, you can't have an agreement about or you can't set a standard about, you'll just get frustrated all the time." Many think that having high expectations of everyone shows respect and kindness. In reality, unrealistic expectations create frustration and anger, making us treat others worse. This episode breaks down how lowering expectations in specific areas can help us become calmer and more effective leaders.Key Topics:The difference between standards/agreements vs. expectationsFramework for handling frustrationWhy believing that "everyone is amazing" sets us up for constant disappointment*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"Success isn't about your current competence. It's about your belief in what you can figure out."In this episode, Itamar Marani and Alex De Fina analyze the mindset tools behind Trump's ability to maintain momentum through resistance. No politics—just clear, actionable strategies for entrepreneurs seeking extreme clarity and peak performance.Key Topics:Unshakable Confidence: The power of eliminating self-deprecating humorInternal Narrative: Maintaining momentum through setbacksEnergy Management: Stop wasting focus on others' opinions*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"The story you tell yourself about what you've been through defines your identity. It's not the event but how you interpret and grow from it that shapes your future... We are all capable of much more than we imagine"Glenn Cohen, former chief psychologist of the Mossad and Air Force pilot, shares raw insights from working with Israeli hostages and their families. Drawing from his experience debriefing over 117 released hostages, Glenn reveals powerful lessons about human resilience and mental fortitude that apply to business and life.Key Topics:The key to not letting trauma turn someone into a victim“The three circles of resilience”Why celebrating small wins matters - even in hellStrategic vulnerability as a leadership toolBalancing mission focus with emotional release during stressful timesTo connect with Glenn go to https://www.glenn-cohen.com/*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“Remember, success isn't just about knowing where you're going - it's about being prepared for the journey ahead.”In today's quick episode, I share the one thing people forget to do when setting goals that makes all the difference between success and failure. Key topics cover:Why most goal-setting systems failInspired January vs. Year long resilienceHow to properly cut down overly ambitious goals If you'd like to share what price you are willing to pay for your biggest goal in 2025 please send it to me at IM@Itamarmarani.com. I'd love to hear it!

“The guilt. It never ends. And it's true for everybody. It's part of the human condition that there are always new levels of guilt. But guilt and shame in and of themselves, without driving positive action, are unhelpful. They don't help you, and they definitely don't help anyone else.”In today's episode, I recap 2024. I open up and share my 3 main lessons, 3 things that excite me about 2025, 1 fitness hack, 3 questions for you to achieve more in 2025.Key topics cover:The 1 frame that puts guilt or shame in their placeHow to deal with fear and pressureItamar's main challenges this yearTo make sure you crush 2025 you can apply to The Arena here:https://itamarmarani.com/apply *Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“This summer I ended up getting second place for over 400K, and then another 220K score a week later. The summer was just full of scores… When you put yourself first in an unselfish manner, you're able to give everyone else your best version. You have to give yourself permission not to feel guilty about it.”In today's episode, we're joined by Farid Jattin, a professional poker player who openly shares the mindset system he used to crush the last summer in Las Vegas and rise from #27 to #6 in the world.Key topics cover:How to avoid playing off tiltA system for dealing with high stress situationsThe 3 main tools for driven individuals to focus on what matters and shut out the restTo connect with Farid you can go to: https://www.faridjattinpoker.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/farid_jattin/ *If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“I started using this reframe in the biz and hit my Arena goal (+20k rev per month) 10 days later. I did the hard (not really that hard even) things that I've been putting off for years.”In today's episode, we're joined by Brendan Tully to talk about why sometimes overcoming plateaus can be simpler than we think.Why it's sometimes not about overcoming fear or some deep seeded self-sabotage, but about finding a reframe that can shift everythingKey topics cover:The 3 steps to overcoming self-sabotageHow to know what general great advice is bad for you personallyThe key components to working less while making moreTo connect with Brendan you can go to: https://robotmediaonline.com/*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“Your job is to command your emotions, not foolishly try to eliminate them.”In today's episode, we're joined by Dr. William Jaworski to talk about his book “Ask Aristotle” and break the myth of Stoicism. We cover why stoicism has become so trendy and why it's dangerous to follow it to a T. Key topics cover:Self-discipline vs. Self-denialWhy people fell in love with stoicism despite its faultsHow to avoid the pitfalls of stoicism and be more effectiveYou can order your copy of “Ask Aristotle” on Amazon or at:https://altamira.studio/ask*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“It's like you said, an identity can shatter a thousand beliefs”What if the next time you thought to yourself “This is hard,” you also thought to yourself, “So what? I love challenges, so LET'S GO!”In today's episode, we're joined by Hursh Dodhia-Shah, an Arena alumni, as he shares how he was able to tap into an identity that overpowered any self-doubt or overwhelm while he was exiting the 7-figure agency he grew.Key topics covered:How to tap into a powerful identityWhen to watch out for micro victimhood and what to do instead The effective way to look at challengesConnect with Hursh on Instagram:@hurshdodhiashah*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“It doesn't matter if you feel uncomfortable as long as you know you've made the right choice.”In this episode of the Elite Performance Podcast, I interview a 1 on 1 client, Jason Barnard on how he overcame a fear of growth, starting closing 6-figure deals and graduated from being a savvy marketer to a powerful CEO.We covered how to identify when emotions negatively impact decision making, how to overcome that… but more importantly when it's helpful vs unhelpful to put emotions aside.Key topics covered:Overcoming the fear of going bigThe 1:1 meeting setup that makes tough conversations easierWhy even “positive” emotions can be detrimental… in certain situations.To learn more about Jason and what he does:https://kalicube.com/Guides to help you manage your brand online: https://kalicube.com/guides/The Google search result for Jason Barnard: https://www.google.com/search?q=jason+barnardJason's personal website: https://jasonbarnard.com/*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

"A prisoner cannot free himself from his own prison."In this episode of the Elite Performance podcast, I'm joined by Alex as we discuss how certain parts of us actually want to limit our success and what we can do about it.We explore why people hold on to these limitations, even when they know they hurt their ability to succeed.If you feel held back by doubts or self-sabotaging behaviors and want practical tips to overcome them, this episode is for you.Key topics covered:Understanding what positive things you get from your limiting beliefsThe role of safety and stability in self-sabotageOvercoming the fear of growth and success*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

Ever find yourself doing a lot but not getting the results you want? In this episode of the Elite Performance podcast, Alex and I talk about one key question to shift your mindset into elite performance mode: “Are you problem-focused or emotion-focused?” Key topics covered:How to make sure you keep your eyes on the prize and don't get distracted by random emotions along the wayUnderstanding the difference between problem-focused and emotion-focused mindsets and why we often focus on the wrong thingsHow to anticipate and overcome emotional reactions to address actual problems*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/claritySign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

In this unique episode of The Elite Performance Podcast, Itamar and Alex break down what happened during the failed Trump assassination and how many of the lessons can be translated to business.They cover:The tactical mistakes the Secret Service madeA framework to understand riskTrump's reaction and what that says about how he's wiredThe possibility of conspiracies arisingHow to translate the lessons learned to your business*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

“We're not achieving all we can with what we have in hand”In today's episode Jabez Reuben joins us to share his post-Arena story of 10xing his main business while growing 2 new ones by uncovering his hidden blocks.We cover why he was in a unique position where he didn't need more frameworks or structures to achieve much bigger success and how to know if you're in a similar spot.Topics covered:How to know if something is a “surface level distraction” or something important The 2 questions to dispel if you're actually an introvert or notWhat gives someone the confidence to 10x their businessHow to increase your sense of self-worth Addition by subtraction to create a better social circle*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3-ideas/

In today's episode, I'm joined by Elliot Roe, a mindset expert and the author of the new book, "A-Game Poker: Master The Mental Game, Create A Winning Mindset, & Dominate The Modern Poker Game."This episode delves into topics that go beyond poker. It features a spirited 'sparring session' where Elliot and I exchange ideas on optimizing mental performance to help you achieve the best results possible.If you feel like you have a strategy that you know what you should be doing, but you're not able to implement it at times, this episode is for you.Key topics covered:Role of a Mindset Coach in High PerformanceUsing Hypnotherapy to Manage Emotional ResponsesImpact of Childhood Experiences on Adult BehaviorsVisualization Techniques for Overcoming ChallengesAddressing Severe Trauma and PTSD with HypnotherapyTo learn more about Elliot and what he does go to: https://primedmind.com/Elliot's book: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Poker-Winning-Mindset-Dominate-ebook/dp/B0CQ6FN391 *If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

In this installment of the coaching series Tom and I discuss how he can transition to the new version of his business and the practical steps he needs to take to overcome what currently holds him back from doing that and drains his energy.Key topics covered:Dealing with Change and Client ReactionsOvercoming Procrastination and AnxietyThe importance of energy over timeUtilizing Experiences as Learning ToolsTactical ways to adjust business operations to better align with personal and professional goalsTo learn more about Tom and what he does go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhine/ *Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Get the complete nothing held back Military Grade Mindset Course: https://itamarmarani.com/military-grade-mindset-course/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

If you find yourself setting big goals but then procrastinating or backtracking to something smaller today's episode is for you.In today's episode Coach Ry Hickey, joins us to share how he 2X'ed his business and went from despair to taking consistent action and going into an upward “success cycle” Topics covered:What helped him 2x the businessIs having a big world-changing WHY a performance killer?What enabled him to do things regardless of how he feels (and why it's a complete game changer)Itamar opens up about his experience with victimhoodTo connect with Ry go to: https://www.instagram.com/coach_ryhickey/*If you're ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

To celebrate 50 podcast episodes we asked for questions from the audience. They ranged from performance to fitting into the current world we live in and I tried to answer them as best I could.Expect to have questions answered around masculine vs. feminine thinking and “toxic masculinity”, my main learnings as a coach so far, my coaching origin story, and thoughts on if it's “okay to be pretty happy making good money and living a nice comfortable life or is the only valid path to live to relentlessly pursue material goods and wealth?”Thank you to everyone for the support so far and please share it with a friend who's driven, but is holding themselves back from being a true elite performer. It would mean a ton to me.*Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Get the complete nothing held back Military Grade Mindset Course: https://itamarmarani.com/military-grade-mindset-course/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

If you feel stuck between wanting to grow your business and not wanting to sacrifice the lifestyle and freedom you've gotten yourself, this is for you.In today's episode Neel Parekh, the founder of MaidThis, joins to talk about how he scaled from 3 franchises to 20 while actually having more lifestyle freedom. He broke down why he hesitated to grow the business and what mental blocks he had to clear in order to almost 7x his business in 2 years.Topics covered:What helped him add more than a million in revenue Why wanting external freedom can actually make you feel trappedUsing different methods to work around paying a price you don't want toTo connect with Neel on Twitter go: https://twitter.com/NeelBParekhIf you feel stuck and want to scale without sacrificing the lifestyle and freedom you've already earned, apply to The Arena here: www.ItamarMarani.com/Apply*Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Few things can hurt your success in business more than a divorce, depression, or burning out because you're dissatisfied with your life and don't want to play this game anymore.For 3 years I worked for a billionaire as his head of security. I got to see the good, the bad and everything in between. In today's episode, we cover the 3 WORST money mindset lessons I learned from him that can derail your success and the 1 key factor that can help you avoid them.*To apply to the Arena Performance Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the Extreme Clarity Tool To Uncover The #1 Action To Grow Your Business: https://itamarmarani.com/Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

In today's episode Kevin Miller joins us to share his story of going from buying businesses that were on growth trajectories and seeing them falter to 3Xing his current business and putting it into a 10x trajectory on top of that.We cover the 5 part framework that enabled him to find more business success, but also what allowed him to show up in a better way for his girlfriend, family and most importantly himself.Topics covered:His unique process to make things that used to seem really hard less difficult.The difference between people who don't like where they are vs. those who are willing to do something about itWhat gave him permission to change and to get helpThe “Bacon people”Creating an environment where the baseline is higher than your old peakTo connect with Kevin:https://kevinmiller.info *To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Mike Brown, a former F-18 pilot and entrepreneur with an 8 figure exit, turned wealth advisor joins us to talk money stories and why entrepreneurs hold themselves back from true financial success.In this gem of an episode we cover:Why we only allow ourselves to be as successful as we feel we deserve & what to do about itThe 10 money stories that cause subconscious interferenceOffensive trait vs defensive traitWe also cover money stories of billionaires that Mike and I know and a framework to uncover what money story is holding you back.To learn more about Mike and his Unbreakable Wealth system:Social: https://www.instagram.com/mbrown.co/Unbreakable Wealth Newsletter: https://unbreakablewealth.com/newsletter/Unbreakable Wealth Application: https://unbreakablewealth.com/application/ *To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

Ever wondered why you made such a bad decision about that employee you hoped would work out or the project you really want to see succeed? In this episode, Itamar and Alex break down why the projects that we're most invested in often bring the worst out of us and how to avoid that. They cover:How to avoid our blindspots“The Set” and the 4 step process to avoid ineffective decisionsThe 2 most common mistakes that keep entrepreneurs stuck with poor strategiesHow to know when it's time to change strategy vs. when you simply need more time or effortWhy we rebranded the podcastIf you enjoyed the podcast please share it with someone you know should be achieving more than they currently are!For free access to the AI bot to help you uncover “The Set” and where you might have blindspots go HERE. Just note that it requires a ChatGPT Plus account to use.*To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

In today's podcast Itamar shares a quick high impact workshop on how to set yourself up to WIN BIG in 2024. It covers:Figuring out the one key action that will make the biggest impact for you in 2024How to avoid the “Emotion Focused” vs “Problem Focused” trapA simple question to remove emotional and mental blindspotsWhat's your one big thing for 2024? Share it with us at IM@ItamarMarani.com*To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

“Show me a man who hasn't failed and I'll show you a man who hasn't tried”On today's episode we give you a step-by-step guide on how to debrief your 2023 like an elite special forces operator. Itamar also shares his personal shortcomings and lessons from the year.We cover:Why people avoid debriefingFailurePoor Debrief vs Effective DebriefThe “secret sauce question”Is celebrating wins beneficial To download the slides and questions mentioned, go to www.itamarmarani.com/debrief2023To watch on YouTube go to https://youtu.be/nmUVk0N26X4P.S. What's been your biggest lesson this year?*To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

To have Itamar help you identify the exact block that's holding you back from crushing 2024 go to: https://itamarmarani.com/apply/ 

“If you want to be a strong, confident man, you must be able to take pride in the fact that you see yourself as a better man than most.” In today's episode, we break down this highly controversial and “triggering” statement. Main topics covered:Effective vs ineffective humilityWhy humility can be dangerous for menThe 3 part system to being able to set aggressive goals and have high self-confidence when pursuing them without losing your effective humility*To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

“You shouldn't judge people?” Well, why not?Who came up with this PC nonsense that you shouldn't judge?In today's episode we'll cover:Why you should judge peopleHow to do that effectively in order to grow yourself without putting others downThe 1 emotional divide that separates those who can judge effectively and those who get emotional and volatile.*To apply to the Arena Mindset Accelerator: https://itamarmarani.com/apply Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/courseSign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas

“How do I stop negative thinking and switch to more positive thinking?”In today's episode Itamar and Alex dive into why that question itself can cause so many people to fall short of their potential and also live an unpleasant life.They cover:The downside of the positive thinking trapPassive vs. Active mindsetsWhy trying to be a positive person and following morning routines can build anxiety

“There's this constant pressure of chasing successful results”Paradoxically, sometimes focusing on results can actually lead to worse results. In this episode of The Coaching Series, Dave shares his challenges from this past year and why he's hit a rut.Itamar and Dave cover how to overcome fear of abandonment, disregard fear of judgment and how those two cause people to fixate on the wrong things. Listen in to understand why the episode concludes with, "If you try to get the trophy, you'll miss the target. But if you aim for the target, you get the trophy."

Today we're going to talk about why focusing on limiting beliefs is an amateurish and outdated approach to mindset, emotional fortitude and the whole field of RESULTS oriented inner work.We break down:Why trying to figure out your limiting beliefs can actually keep you in the darkHow to flush out your blindspots and see what's actually holding back your successThe #1 pokey question to ask if someone (or yourself) isn't willing to let go of a belief they know is both holding them back and is just not true.Free access to the course on how to uncover mental blindspots and win:https://itamarmarani.com/efcourse/

Itamar's personal account of the unprecedented situation in Israel, the Hammas terror attacks against innocent civilians and his frameworks on maintaining a winning mindset during crisis, chaos and dark times. The difference between acute and chronic stress and how to handle each How to be useful during times of crisis How to effectively support and communicate with those affected by crisis + a template Links for Donations. These organizations have been vetted for legitimacy.  JGive - National Emergency Fund to Aid War Victims - All donations to JGive are Article 46 tax-deductibleEntrepreneurs United for EO Israel - Jewish National Fund USA

This is a classic episode from The Elite Foundations archives. Itamar and Dr. Emil go into a deep dive into the subject of boundaries. Setting boundaries has been a very real struggle that Itamar consistently sees in his clients. Listen in for Itamar's unexpected take on why most people fail to set and maintain their boundaries.We cover: Why setting boundaries is a waste of time and what to do instead The #1 thing that you need to have before boundary settingHow to stop people pleasing

In a case study/workshop episode we cover who needs to put a chip on their shoulder and who probably needs to let go of the one they already have.We cover:The one question that helped three 7-8 figure entrepreneurs become cooler operatorsWhat's “Harder than pushing harder”How to judge if you should or shouldn't let go of the chip on your shoulderTo access the resources mentioned in the episode:www.itamarmarani.com/pod-35-bonusTo watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D5udm-cYOX0

In a case study/workshop episode we explore why we struggle to get others to respect our boundaries and how we each have a different “frustration line” that can cause resentment. In this episode we cover:A 7 step framework to set better boundaries, have them respected and get more of what you want out of life and business.The power of being frustrated at a situation instead of a person.The 4 rules of boundary settingTo access the resources mentioned in the episode:www.itamarmarani.com/pod-34-bonusTo watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uoRuNNTLd0I

In this episode, Rory, a graduate of The Arena Mindset Accelerator joins Itamar and Emil. Rory talks about the transformation he had and how he came to terms with the fact that he didn't need to become more, but just realized that he already is more than he gives himself credit for. As a trained therapist himself, the co-founder of Counselling Tutor, and an award-winning educator Rory also shared a unique perspective on therapy vs coaching.

In this episode Itamar speaks with special guest Andy Morgan, founder of Ripped Body.com, about why you can't hack the foundational discipline and relying on shortcuts leads to mental fragility. “People don't want to take responsibility for actually helping themselves out there hoping from some external fix can save themselves.”In today's episode we cover:Why biohacking becomes a dependency that can make you mentally weak.The allure of the silver bullet instead of foundational discipline.Why people will fall for things that are too good to be true because they're looking for something external to save them instead of taking responsibility for their lives. Link to Andy's website: www.rippedbody.com Link to Andy's podcast: https://podcast.rippedbody.com/

“I've known for some time that I'm going to eventually remove them but…”A lot of us want to be better leaders. But sometimes we confuse the trees from the forest.In today's episode we talk about:How to not get trapped by a bad employeeHow to empower the #1 asset in your business Why time is not your most valuable resource

“I'm afraid to promote my product because I'm afraid someone will say it's not good enough and I'll get exposed.” Not knowing through what tints we see the world through can hurt us. Just like not being aware that you're overly pessimistic or overly optimistic can be dangerous, so can not being aware that you have Imposter syndrome.It can cause you to over exaggerate certain valid logical concerns and end up overcomplicating things.In today's installment of the coaching series we're joined by Ben McAdam who talks about why he's struggled to promote his current offer and has avoided the lowest hanging fruits.The things that are the simplest, but most effective to do.We cove:How to be aware of your biases in various situationsValid Concern vs. Emotional WorryAccepting and expecting emotional road bumps

In this special episode Itamar is Interviewed by Andre Lugo, a specialist in behavior change and theory of constraints.After researching Itamar's system, Andre reached out with what he put together. The interview ranges from Andre himself being vulnerable in the hot seat and getting coached to breaking down:Why you should clarify your goals before working on your mindsetHow to recognize the point of power and avoid making regrettable decisionsHow to choose consulting clients that will be both enjoyable to work with and get resultsTo connect with Andre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-lugo/

Julian had a 7 figure SEO company but he was in his words “doing too much, being burnt out and not being efficient”.He joins today's podcast to share the 2 main levers that allowed him to grow revenue and profit in his company while reducing staff and creating a more calm and focused environment.Tune in to learn what specific data can resolve emotional struggles in business and why resolving a fear of judgment can be a cure for burnout.To connect with Julian:https://juliangoldie.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@JulianGoldieSEO

“Is this the logical thing to do or is this me resorting to what's comfortable again?”Realizing that we've been playing small can light a fire in us to go big… To take our life and business to the next level. But we have to make sure that we control the flame and that emotional excitement doesn't override our logic.In today's installment of The Coaching Series we are joined by Chris, who's decided to evolve his trading business and form a hedge fund.He shares his dilemma about whether he should 2-3x the current business with a couple easy tweaks before selling it and moving on… or if that is just him procrastinating on starting the hedge fund and going BIG.We covered 2 main frameworks to help him clarify his decision and help him make sure that he makes the correct long term decision instead of letting his emotions get the best of him.

Sherry Walling, joins us to talk about grief, managing stress and her new book “Touching Two Worlds”.Sherry warns against common pitfalls around loss to be cautious of. Things such as building an identity around losses and feeling entitled to certain behaviors or privileges because of them. We also cover acute vs chronic stress and when is the right time to process loss.To learn more about Sherry's latest book go here: https://www.touchingtwoworlds.com/

Does beating yourself up to go harder get you better results?In today's podcast John Ainsworth, an Arena Alumni, joins us to share the steps he took to understand and then let go of the chip on his shoulder and how that's created 4 consecutive record breaking months.We talk about distorted views of reality, why a lot of entrepreneurs believe they're intrinsically lazy and the ineffective ways they try to compensate for that.

Max Hertan, a former 1:1 client of Itamar's joins us for today's episode. He touches on his journey to building an 8 figure agency, but we really dive into the meatier and more personal aspects of life and growth.Why some avoid it, why some don't accept a part of the process and why external missions have an expiration date for high achievers.Max also shares his perspective on how he lives a happy life through integrity and why that requires accepting a period of uncertainty that few are willing to accept.To learn more about Max and his YouTube channel packed with business gems go to:https://www.youtube.com/@maxhertanytTo watch the specific videos mentioned:I Spent $100k on Life Coaches… Here's What I Learned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmAvPkZAWD0How to be Happier Using Trackinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNQTGsQivpM