The Jerad Hill Show

We've all been there - standing at the edge of a dream, a goal, or a challenge, paralyzed by the fear of failure. Maybe it's starting that business, learning a new skill, or making a major life change. But what if I told you that your biggest failures could become your greatest teachers? Today, we're diving deep into why taking that first step and failing is infinitely more valuable than playing it safe on the sidelines. I've experienced this firsthand time and time again. Failure isn't just a stepping stone to success - it's the secret ingredient most people miss. So, let's break down the five surprising reasons why failing at something is actually the best thing that could happen to your personal growth journey.

I've been thinking deeply about what I am putting into the world through the internet. Does it have a purpose? Is it sustainable? Does it provide value? Will it be useful a year from now or five years from now?

As our world gets more digital, I desire to have a more personal connection with those who matter most to me.

Discussing the concept of how we manage to show up for ourselves daily, either through resilience and self-empowerment or through coping mechanisms that may be less constructive.Get my newsletter: https://newsletter.jeradhill.comWatch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jeradhillMore about Jerad: https://jeradhill.com

I have found that my mindset is the limiting factor in how I respond to situations in life. In this episode, I share 5 Mindset Upgrades you can use to get yourself out of a rut or prevent ever falling into one.Get my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplates- Get My Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- Podcast ► https://jerad.show- YouTube Channel ► https://youtube.com/jeradhillMy Other YouTube Channels:- State Of Tech ► https://stateoftech.net- Gear & light ► https://gearandlight.com- About Jerad ► https://jeradhill.com- My Blog ► https://jerad.blog

The year 2020 was supposed to be "the year!" Despite the challenges we all faced, I wanted to discuss what I was able to achieve and what I failed to achieve, how I learned from it, and how I plan to achieve my goals in 2021.YouTube - Reviewing my Goals for 2020 Video: 

It's hard to remember much these days being in a constant state of information overload. I have always wanted to be one of those people who remembers things that were important enough to someone to share with me. I struggled for years at this until I build my own system for logging interactions in Notion. In this episode, I discuss the importance of remembering things and how I use my Interactions Calendar to remember important things.How I Use Notion as an Interactions Calendar: https://youtu.be/c-t1hLkAsFQ

I have three steps you can take daily to put yourself on the path to completing your tasks every day. Get more done by preparing, executing, and being prepared to forgive yourself or others when it goes wrong.Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IQmq8uzW4UU

Figuring out which task management system works best for you can be tough. I discuss the different methods I have tried and what is currently working to help me complete more tasks. These task management systems are the best GTD methods I have found.Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4kz1-X9Sn08

I have identified 7 Major Productivity Killers that are traps I fall into often. Thankfully, I have also identified how to get out of them. Let's talk about it!Watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OVSRDITPNNI

Since implementing Notion into my life and building out a project and task manager, my productivity has gone through the roof. In this video, I share some tips on how to keep productive and how I use Notion to manage it.Watch the video to see examples of what I am talking about: https://youtu.be/Q6lGoqy_GLQ

How many times has your weekend been derailed by you or someone close to you? These tips will help you have a more productive weekend.

This is how I manage clients and client projects for my business using Notion and what I have learned from over 15 years as a freelancer and business owner.Watch the video to see examples of what I am talking about: https://youtu.be/IWLwgVx2piI

Struggling to be productive while working from home? Here are 10 Tips for you.Get 2 Months of Skillshare for Free! https://jerad.link/skillshareProtect your identity with SurfShark VPN for $1.99/mo: https://jerad.link/surfsharkLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Social Distancing will slow the spread of COVID-19 but for many of us, that means staying home and being less social. Here are 5 things you can do while social distancing.Resources:Audible: https://jerad.link/audibleHoopla: https://jerad.link/hooplaSkillshare: https://jerad.link/skillshareNotion: https://jerad.link/notionMy Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

We are living in interesting times. We don't know what to expect and it seems like everything has come to a crashing halt. I believe that we can use this time to grow and come back stronger than before. I am going to use this time to grow closer to my family and learn new things.Our Family Schedule: https://jerad.blog/covid-19-social-distancing-family-daily-schedule/Get 2 Months of SkillShare Free: https://jerad.link/skillshareLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Destructive habits we want to break have a stronghold on us. My hope is that these tips will disrupt the pattern and start the process of remapping how you respond to it.Need Help? Text HOME to 741741 in UShttps://www.crisistextline.orgLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Trying to decide between Evernote or Notion? I have used Evernote for over a decade and currently use Notion for just about everything. In this episode, I discuss the differences between the two and how I use them.Watch this episode to see examples: https://youtu.be/jIre29hf8V4Try Notion: https://jerad.link/notionTry Evernote: https://jerad.link/evernoteGet my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesSignup for my Notion Course: https://jerad.link/notionintroLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Feeling lost and as if you haven't figured out your life yet is just part of the growth process. I used to get stuck in the "I should know that by now" mindset, but in reality, the process of growing and maturing is discovery and self-realization. I almost didn't post this talk because I didn't feel it had much of a direction until I gave it a second chance and listened to it. There is value in processing thought out loud. It helps us not only better understand each other but better understand ourselves as well. Get my Notion course: https://jerad.link/notionintroGet my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I've been using Notion for over 3 months now and my process for using the app has completely changed. Notion is a huge part of my life now and is helping me stay organized and on top of everything that is important to me. I have never been this productive! You can watch this on YouTube to see screenshots: https://youtu.be/aD-HMRYBx6UGet my Notion course: https://jerad.link/notionintroGet my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I've struggled to lose weight for over a decade. Through Intermittent Fasting and lifestyle changes, I have lost over 35lbs. Here's how I did it.Like this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

The constant search for ideas can be tough. I have had to develop a practice of getting out of my own head and using tools to make sure I stay in touch with what people are interested in. In this video, I share how to come up with ideas for YouTube videos, podcast episodes, and blogs.Resources:Get 2 Months of Skillshare for free: https://jerad.link/skillshareTry SEMRush Free: https://jerad.link/semrushTry BuzzSumo Free: https://jerad.link/buzzsumoTry Keywordtool.io: https://jerad.link/keywordtoolTry RiteTag Free: https://jerad.link/ritetagSearch questions on Quora: https://quora.comGet early access to my YouTube Growth Course: https://jerad.link/youtubegrowthpreMy YouTube Channels:- State Of Tech - 72K Subscribers ► https://jer.fyi/stateoftech- Ditch Auto - 50K Subscribers ► https://jer.fyi/ditchautoLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I get asked quite often about cameras. People associate camera knowledge with my over 15 years as a professional photographer. On top of that, I test and review cameras quite often. I thought I would share what is most important to me in a camera in today's episode.Ditch Auto Course: https://jerad.link/ditchautocourseDitch Auto YouTube Channel: https://jerad.link/ditchautoyoutubeLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillGet 2 Months Free of SkillShare: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com: https://jerad.link/audibleDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

In this episode, Jerad shares how he struggled with finding his voice and how he was able to find it through self-development and determining the mission within his passions.Organize Your Life with Notion: https://jerad.link/notionGet My Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesGet Your Domain Name at NameCheap: https://jerad.link/namecheapLike this episode? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillGet 2 Months Free of SkillShare: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com: https://jerad.link/audibleDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

After over 15 years of struggling to lose weight, I finally identified and tacked the right habits which lead to me finally losing some weight. In this episode, I discuss the 5 Habits I changed and created to make this happen.Organize Your Life with Notion: https://jerad.link/notionGet My Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesGet Your Domain Name at NameCheap: https://jerad.link/namecheapLike this video? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillGet 2 Months Free of SkillShare: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com: https://jerad.link/audibleDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I've been making resolutions and goals for years and have just in the last year or so figured out how to stick to them. In this video, I share some tips on how to stay motivated even when the setbacks come.Organize Your Life with Notion: https://jerad.link/notionGet My Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesGet Your Domain Name at NameCheap: https://jerad.link/namecheapLike this video? https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jeradhillGet 2 Months Free of SkillShare: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com: https://jerad.link/audibleDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Which is the better task manager, Notion or Todoist? In this video discussion, I share where I think each works best and why you might choose one over the other. For more in-depth looks at how I use Notion and Todoist, check out my other videos.Try Notion: https://jerad.link/notionTry Todoist: https://jerad.link/todoistGet My Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesGet 2 Months Free of SkillShare: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com: https://jerad.link/audibleDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

When starting a new business or entering a new industry, it can get frustrating when you look at the credibility others already have. In this episode, I share some tips on building credibility even if you don't have a lot of work to show for your experience.Get 2 Free Months of Skillshare when you use this link: https://jerad.link/skillshareGet a free Audiobook when you signup for Audible using this link: https://jerad.link/audibleGet early access when I launch my "YouTube Growth" course: https://jerad.link/youtubegrowthpreDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Procrastinate too much? Me too. The 5 Minute Rule has helped me stay on task and get more things done.Check out how I use Notion for my Daily Log: https://youtu.be/7mPhIXHN8zgDeath Star Kitchen Timer: https://amzn.to/2Gm9fGlAmazon Alexa Dot: https://jerad.link/alexadotGoogle Nest Mini: https://jerad.link/nestminiDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

How to be a more productive entrepreneur to achieve your goals and get more done. In this video, I discuss multiple tools and techniques I use to make sure I stay on top of everything.Get my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesResources & Tools:1. Spark Email - https://jerad.link/sparkemail2. Todoist - https://jerad.link/todoist3. Notion - https://jerad.link/notion4. Blinkist - https://jerad.link/blinkist5. Audible - https://jerad.link/audible6. Skillshare - https://jerad.link/skillshare7. Udemy - https://jerad.link/udemy8. Adobe Lightroom CC - https://jerad.link/lightroommobileDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

In this episode, I look back at some of the hard lessons I learned in my 30's and how I grew because of them. This is taken from a recent video I uploaded to my YouTube channel.Here's the structure of this episode: Intro and opening thoughts Communication is Everything You are your best investment You can't do it alone You have to deal with the past There is no silver bullet Closing thoughts I hope this episode helps you. It was one of the more challenging videos for me to create. If you or someone you know is struggling with something, do not give up until you find the right person to talk to that can help. Nobody is alone. Our world is big, it just might take some time to find the right person with the right advice for you.Do me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Becoming more self-disciplined is a practice. Over the years I have found new ways to keep working toward my goals. In this episode, I discuss 7 practices that will help you develop the self-discipline habit.My Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notionMust-Read Books on Self-Discipline: Resilience: Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life - Eric Greitens - Amazon Link Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones - James Clear - Amazon Link Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds - David Goggins - Amazon Link Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win - Jocko Willinik and Leif Babin - Amazon Link The Long Run: A New York City Firefighter's Triumphant Comeback from Crash Victim to Elite Athlete - Matt Long - Amazon Link Podcasts & YouTube Channels: Tim Ferriss Show - Podcast Smart Passive Income - Podcast London Real - Podcast Matt D'Avella - Podcast Do me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

20 years ago I quit my job and started my own business. It's been 20 years since I have had a normal paycheck and this is the story of how it's gone and what I have learned along the way.Do me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I took 20,000+ Steps Every Day for a Month - Here's What Happened!I tracked my progress using my Daily Log in Notion.Fitbit Versa Fitness Tracker: https://jerad.link/versa2Get my Notion Templates: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

I am fascinated with how YouTube works so getting to see what other YouTube Creators make on YouTube is interesting to me. Looking at my own analytics for 2019, I found some interesting trends that I wanted to share along with How Much Money I Made from YouTube in 2019. Enjoy!My YouTube Growth for 2020 Course: https://jerad.link/youtubegrowthpreFree SEMRush Trial: https://jerad.link/semrushMy Advanced Goal Tracker for Notion: https://jerad.link/notiontemplatesTimestamps:- 1:03 - Intro- 2:45 - How to get started- 3:53 - How to come up with content- 8:04 - How much I made on YouTube- 15:38 - How much I made on Amazon- 18:35 - What were my 2019 YouTube goals?- 18:47 - What I did right in 2019- 20:37 - What I did wrong in 2019- 21:33 - What's Next for YouTube Growth?Do me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://jerad.email- YouTube ► https://jerad.link/youtube- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

The key to achieving is starting. The simple act of starting a project or working on an idea leads to a huge payoff. In this video, I share an actionable strategy for starting anything.Do me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://email.jeradhill.com- Podcast ► https://jerad.link/podcast- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

In this episode, I talk about the importance of challenging yourself and what value it brings to your life. We live in a world where for the most part, we are self-guided. We will encounter challenges just as a part of life but are we challenging ourselves so we can grow in the ways we want to grow?Read it: https://jerad.blog/the-value-of-challenging-yourselfDo me a huge favor and subscribe to this podcast and my newsletter. Links are below.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Newsletter ► https://email.jerad.link- Podcast ► https://jerad.link/podcast- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Are you focusing on the right thing? Perhaps you are focusing on too many things. In this episode, I share my thoughts on focus, how I decide what to focus on, and how I sometimes extend myself too far by focusing on too many things.- Twitter ► https://twitter.com/jeradhill- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Podcast ► https://jerad.link/podcast- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

The most common thing blocking you achieving success is the limitations you put on yourself. In this episode, I talk about the different ways I have gotten in my own way and how I work to get out of my way to grow and achieve more.- Subscribe ► https://jerad.show- Podcast ► https://jerad.link/podcast- Blog ► https://jerad.blog

Super excited to share this second Creator Stories interview with Ross Thomas who is an entrepreneur with a couple of different things going on. He runs @The_Brotographer, an Instagram account with over 138,000 followers, owns a fitness studio, and is growing a YouTube channel. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed making it.Show Sponsor: NameCheap - https://jerad.link/namecheap Check out Ross on IG: @the_brotographer

In this episode, I sit down with Victoria Popoff who started Studio V Fitness & Pilates in Modesto, CA over 7 years ago. We talk about how her entrepreneurial journey started, how she started her first business, some of her struggles, and how she continues to innovate to stay competitive in the fitness space.https://victoriapopoff.comhttps://studiovpilates.comThis podcast was originally recorded in August of 2017.Episode Sponsor:Namecheap - Get great deals on domain names: https://jerad.link/namecheap

Being a creative person is not something that just comes naturally. It's something that you work at so you can move past failures and overcome challenges until you hit a new breakthrough.In this episode, I talk about how to become a creative person or expand your creativity.Check out the blog: https://jerad.blogLearn more about Jerad: https://jeradhill.comLearn more about becoming a creator: https://gocreatoracademy.com

Want to work from home? In this episode, I give you some work from home ideas that could earn you at least $100/day. The full post, including links: https://jerad.blog/5-work-from-home-jobs-that-pay-100-day-or-more/Rev.Com - https://jerad.link/revjobsList of Live Chat Job Sites: http://jerad.link/livechatjobsList of Virtual Assistant Job Sites: http://jerad.link/vajobs

The number one reason why people never start a business is fear but close behind that is cost. A common misconception is that starting a business is expensive, but that just isn't true. In this episode, I talk about how easy it is to start a business online and share the tools you can get for free to get started today.Episode Sponsor: WPEngine - Best In Class WordPress Hosting: https://jerad.link/wpengineLinks mentioned:My courses: https://gocreatoracademy.comhttps://jerad.link/wpenginehttps://jerad.link/wordpresshttps://jerad.link/namecheapGet my links of business ideas: https://jerad.link/businessideas

I have decided to pivot this podcast and talk about starting businesses. The Jerad Hill Show will be all about the process and emotions of starting and growing a business. If you have ever thought about starting a business, I hope you'll join me as I pour out over 20 years of experience in being self-employed.

If you feel like you have been spinning your wheels lately, perhaps you are stuck in a rut. There are many ways we can get stuck. I have identified 5 things that have worked for me and have helped keep me out of the ruts of my past. Check them out and let me know if any of them help.Episode Article Link: https://jerad.blog/how-to-get-out-of-a-rut-in-5-steps/Get 2 Months of Skillshare Premium where you can learn from hundreds of instructors on a wide variety of topics: https://jer.fyi/skillshareGet a Free Audiobook from Audible.Com and start reading even when it's not practical to read: https://jer.fyi/audiobook

So I crashed a really expensive drone while working today and it didn't send me into a downward spiral so I thought it might be interesting to talk about that.Sponsor: Get 2 months of Skillshare Premium to get your learn on: https://jer.fyi/skillshareGet a free Audiobook from Audible.Com when you use this link: https://jer.fyi/freeaudiobook

After reading Girl, Wash Your Face in an attempt to better understand my wife, I found a lot of parallels between the lies women tell themselves and the lies we men tell ourselves. In this episode I share some lies I have told myself and what I am doing to debunk them.Get a free audiobook from Audible and buy Rachel's book! https://jer.fyi/freeaudiobookGet 2 free months of Skillshare Premium so you can get your learn on!! https://jer.fyi/skillshare

I discuss how I am disrupting my own life and what it means to avoid becoming too comfortable.If you prefer to read rather than listen, check out the article "Disrupting My Own Life."Get two months of SkillShare Premium for free.