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    The Darin Olien Show
    Hagen Thiers: The Real Reason Your Body Refuses to Change

    The Darin Olien Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 74:00


    In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Darin sits down with Hagen Thiers to unpack one of the most misunderstood journeys in health: why doing "everything right" still doesn't always work — and how true transformation requires decoding the body's survival signals, not fighting them. Hagen shares his remarkable physical transformation after decades of extreme metabolic adaptation, chronic gut inflammation, and stress-driven physiology. Together, they explore metabolism, inflammation, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, protein intake, discipline, and why sustainable health is built through patience, self-leadership, and listening to the body's intelligence.     What You'll Learn in This Episode Why extreme dieting and endurance stress can permanently slow metabolism How survival adaptation can block fat loss despite "perfect" habits The overlooked role of gut inflammation in weight retention Why fat is a protective organ, not just stored energy How leptin signaling and inflammation dictate fat loss resistance The difference between calorie math and biological reality Why healing must precede weight loss for many people How protein intake preserves muscle during fat loss Why discipline beats motivation every time The role of hyperbaric oxygen in reducing inflammation and restoring function How oxygen delivery impacts fat tissue, gut health, and recovery Why consistency over months—not hacks—creates lasting change How physical freedom directly impacts happiness and life quality     Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission of sovereignty and health 00:00:32 – Sponsor: Fatty15 and cellular health 00:04:14 – Introducing Hagen Thiers 00:09:43 – Hagen's transformation and why this conversation matters 00:11:26 – Doing everything right but still being stuck 00:13:28 – Discovering severe metabolic suppression 00:14:54 – Extreme endurance, starvation adaptation, and survival metabolism 00:17:04 – Why chronic calorie restriction backfires 00:20:56 – Gut inflammation as the real barrier to fat loss 00:22:41 – Healing before weight loss 00:23:26 – Fiber diversity, probiotics, and microbiome repair 00:24:30 – Enter hyperbaric oxygen therapy 00:27:57 – Why calories in / calories out breaks down 00:30:30 – Stress, inflammation, and metabolic shutdown 00:31:53 – Protein requirements and muscle preservation 00:35:47 – Discipline as a long-term lifestyle 00:38:54 – Eating frequency and metabolic signaling 00:43:39 – How hyperbaric oxygen works 00:47:31 – Why results accelerate after consistency 00:50:23 – 170 lbs lost and metabolic breakthrough 00:54:32 – Oxygen quality and chamber safety 00:58:22 – Breathwork vs hyperbaric oxygen 01:03:40 – Building an internal healing environment 01:05:05 – Life after transformation 01:06:42 – Discipline, the gym, and honest feedback 01:09:26 – Health as freedom, not restriction 01:11:39 – Inflammation as the missing piece for most people 01:12:45 – Closing reflections and hope for listeners     Thank You to Our Sponsors Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Go to their website at fromourplace.com/darin and get 35% off sitewide in their largest sale of the year. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order.     Join the SuperLife Patreon Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Hagen Thiers Website: https://waveguard.com/en/ Instagram: @biohacking_ht     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway True health isn't about forcing the body to change — it's about creating the conditions where the body finally feels safe enough to let go.

    Quality Queen Control
    Anti-Lazy Girl Manifesto 2026: 26 Powerful Habits to Elevate Your Winter Era & Crush Your Goals

    Quality Queen Control

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 42:31


    Kick off 2026 strong by ditching the lazy girl era!Join Asha Christina on Quality Queen Control for the ultimate Anti-Lazy Girl Manifesto! In this empowering episode, Asha breaks down 26 transformative things she and her listeners are bringing into their winter arc for unstoppable growth in mindset, productivity, relationships, faith, and self-improvement.Discover actionable productivity tips for women, motivation strategies to rebuild discipline, goal-setting habits for 2026, and faith-based wisdom to level up your life. Whether you're rebranding your career, elevating your dating standards, or building unshakeable confidence, this manifesto is your blueprint to become the high-value queen you're meant to be.Perfect for women ready to exit lazy girl jobs, embrace hot girl winters, and manifest abundance in the new year. Let's make 2026 your most disciplined, sophisticated era yet!

    Joni and Friends Radio
    Suffer Faithfully

    Joni and Friends Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 4:00


    We would love to pray for you! Please send us your requests here. --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

    Reformed Forum
    Marcus Mininger | Resurrection and Redemption

    Reformed Forum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 69:57


    In this episode, Camden Bucey and Marcus Mininger reflect together on Resurrection and Redemption by Richard B. Gaffin, Jr.—a work that has profoundly shaped Reformed biblical theology over the past half century. Rather than offering a technical review, the conversation unfolds as a guided meditation on the book's central claim: that Christ's resurrection is not a theological afterthought but the controlling center of Paul's soteriology and eschatology. Gaffin's careful exegesis helps readers see how redemption is inseparable from resurrection life in union with the risen Christ. This discussion is part of Reformed Forum's broader effort to offer conversational commentaries on formative Reformed texts—books that have formed us as pastors and theologians. Bucey and Mininger highlight why Resurrection and Redemption remains so enduringly fruitful: it teaches the church to think biblically about salvation, not as a static transaction, but as participation in the resurrected life of Christ. The result is theology that serves the pulpit, strengthens assurance, and orients the Christian life toward the hope of glory already secured in the risen Lord. Watch on YouTube Chapters 00:00:07 Introduction 00:01:56 International Cohorts and Reading Guides 00:10:31 Encountering Resurrection and Redemption 00:16:15 The Title and Purpose of the Book 00:26:18 The Discipline of Biblical Theology 00:32:56 Paul as Theologian 00:51:23 Redemptive-Historical Epochs 00:59:44 The Occasional Nature of Paul's Writings 01:08:27 Conclusion

    The Impossible Life
    273. Three Beliefs Every Godly Man MUST Have

    The Impossible Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 28:38


    In this episode of The Impossible Life Podcast, Garrett and Nick lay out three non-negotiable beliefs that godly men must have if they want to endure adversity, carry responsibility, and fulfill God's purpose for their lives. These aren't motivational ideas — they're foundational truths rooted in Scripture and revealed through how men actually live, work, and lead.The conversation walks through why beliefs reveal themselves through actions, not words, and how default, emotion-driven beliefs quietly sabotage men under pressure. Garrett and Nick unpack what happens when men don't believe they were made to be strong, made to work, and made to lead — and how that lack of belief shows up as complaining, quitting, avoidance, and identity confusion.This episode challenges men to stop letting culture define masculinity and instead anchor their identity in biblical truth. If you want to build endurance, carry weight without resentment, work with purpose, and lead with responsibility, these three beliefs aren't optional — they're essential.Apply for the Mindset Mastery Scholarship by January 14thJoin a group of likeminded Impossible Life listeners in our FREE Skool community by clicking here.Get the Purpose Playbook by clicking hereGet the FREE Basic Discipline Training 30 Day Program by clicking hereJoin us in Mindset Mastery by clicking hereIf you're a man that wants real accountability and training to be a leader, click here.Level up your nutrition with IDLife by clicking hereGET IN TOUCHSocial Media - @theimpossiblelifeEmail - info@theimpossible.life

    The Determined Society
    How Sobriety, Faith, and Doing Hard Things Changed Brady McDonald's Life

    The Determined Society

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 64:07


    Motivational Speeches
    Consistency, Discipline, and Mindset: The Success Formula

    Motivational Speeches

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 45:54


    Get AudioBooks for FreeBest Self-improvement MotivationConsistency, Discipline, and Mindset: The Success FormulaSuccess isn't luck—it's consistency, discipline, and mindset. This powerful self-improvement speech reveals the formula to stay focused and win long term.Get AudioBooks for Free⁠We Need Your Love & Support ❤️https://buymeacoffee.com/myinspiration#Motivational_Speech#motivation #inspirational_quotes #motivationalspeech Get AudioBooks for Free Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition
    The Discipline Of Worship – Part 1 of 3

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 14:31


    Everyone worships, whether they know it or not—even an atheist. The question really is who or what will we worship? In this message from Hebrews 9, Pastor Lutzer unveils how to participate in worship with joy, attention, and honor. From the priests of the Old Testament to believers today, the one true God deserves nothing less than our all. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

    Commit and Go
    783: Motivation Fades, Discipline Stays!

    Commit and Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 11:03


    Check out this week's commit and go podcast and if you need additional support head over to my store for e-books, coaching programs, and interviews! Click the linkhttps://stan.store/CoachDuke

    Jaxon Talks Everybody
    #445 - Masterclass on Goal Setting

    Jaxon Talks Everybody

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 43:12


    In this solo episode, I delve into the art of goal setting, emphasizing the importance of clarity, confidence, and self-trust. I discuss how identifying core values and understanding intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation can lead to a more fulfilling life. I also explore the concept of a Massive Transformative Purpose (MTP) and the significance of discipline, hope, and creating effective systems to achieve one's goals.  - 00:00 The Importance of Clarity in Goal Setting 02:46 Building Confidence and Self-Trust 05:50 Identifying Core Values and Identity 08:37 Understanding Motivation: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic 11:24 Finding Your Massive Transformative Purpose 14:36 The Role of Discipline and Persistence 17:13 The Power of Hope in Achieving Goals 20:28 Creating Systems for Success 23:19 Reflection and Continuous Improvement 26:12 Embracing the Process of Evolution 29:11 The Interconnection of Goals, Hope, and Prosperity 31:55 Wishing vs. Deciding 34:44 Final Thoughts  -

    Lotus Flower
    AUNTIE ANNA & ALHAJI PA SERIES. “The Discipline Deficit: Why Our Brothers Can't Control Themselves” *Senegambian Men's Lack of Sexual Discipline*

    Lotus Flower

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 70:18


    AUNTIE ANNA & ALHAJI PA SERIES. “The Discipline Deficit: Why Our Brothers Can't Control Themselves” *Senegambian Men's Lack of Sexual Discipline*

    The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
    The Willpower Drug: How to Supplement Discipline : 1394

    The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 80:53


    Creatine is a hot subject right now, but I'm guessing you might not know as much about it as you could. Well step into a new creatine masterclass with our friends from Qualia. This episode shows you why it is not just for muscle, but one of the most powerful and well studied upgrades for brain energy, metabolism, sleep resilience, and long term human performance. You will learn how creatine supports mitochondria, buffers ATP, reduces cravings, and helps you think, train, and recover with more energy instead of relying on willpower. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Greg Kelly for a deep, practical masterclass on creatine and energy biology. Greg Kelly is a naturopathic physician, functional medicine expert, and longtime researcher in supplements and nootropics. He has spent decades studying creatine, mitochondrial function, cognition, and performance, and has contributed to peer reviewed research while working directly with athletes, clinicians, and high performers. Together, Dave and Greg break down how creatine works at the cellular level, why it matters for cognition, emotional regulation, and metabolism, and how it supports the brain and body during stress, sleep deprivation, dieting, and recovery. They explore neuroplasticity, ATP production, magnesium, methylation, and why energy availability drives discipline, focus, and resilience more effectively than willpower alone. They also explain why creatine matters for women, aging adults, and people dealing with fatigue or obesity, and how creatine supports brain function even when muscle mass is low. This conversation connects bodybuilding research with modern longevity science, nootropics, functional medicine, and sleep optimization. Dave and Greg also expose why creatine quality matters, how contaminants can impair mitochondrial function, why some products fail label claims, and how to choose forms that absorb better and cause less bloating. Practical strategies like dosing, timing, stacking with magnesium, and using creatine with hot coffee are all covered, including why Dave uses it with Danger Coffee as part of his Smarter Not Harder approach. You'll Learn: • Why creatine acts as an ATP buffer for both muscles and the brain • How mitochondria drive cognition, metabolism, and emotional regulation • The real dosing debate from low daily maintenance to higher cognitive doses • Why women often need more creatine than men • How creatine supports performance during sleep deprivation and sleep debt • The link between magnesium, creatine phosphate, and ATP production • How methylation and TMG relate to creatine synthesis and timing • Why creatine can reduce cravings by improving cellular energy • How low quality creatine and contaminants can damage mitochondrial function • When creatine matters most for longevity, resilience, and human performance Dave Asprey is a four time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade is the top podcast for people who want to take control of their biology, extend their longevity, and optimize every system in the body and mind. Each episode features cutting edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, hacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday, where Dave asks the questions no one else dares, and brings you real tools to become more resilient, aware, and high performing. Thank you to our sponsors! • Screenfit | Get your at-home eye training program for 40% off using code DAVE at https://www.screenfit.com/dave • ECHO Water | Go to http://echowater.com/dave and use code DAVE10 for 10% off your ECHO Flask • NeuroVeda Health | Go to https://www.neurovedahealth.com/aspery to learn more and book your week • STEMREGEN | Go to http://stemregen.co/dave30 and use code DAVE30 for 30% off your next order Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: creatine brain energy, creatine ATP buffering, creatine mitochondria, creatine cognitive performance, creatine supplementation science, creatine dosing cognition, creatine sleep deprivation, creatine emotional regulation, creatine cravings metabolism, creatine fatigue brain, creatine women dosing, creatine longevity science, creatine nootropics, creatine brain optimization, ATP brain energy, mitochondrial energy production, magnesium creatine ATP, creatine methylation TMG, creatine bioavailability, danger coffee creatine, dave asprey creatine, greg kelly creatine, smarter not harder energy Resources: • Go To: www.qualialife.com/humanupgrade for an automatic extra 15% discount to try Qualia Creatine. • Get My 2026 Biohacking Trends Report: https://daveasprey.com/2026-biohacking-trends-report/ • Join My Low-Oxalate 30-Day Challenge: https://daveasprey.com/2026-low-ox-reset/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15 • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 01:25 – Introduction 04:57 – History of Creatine 07:47 – How Creatine Works 12:00 – Dietary Sources of Creatine 13:30 – Creatine Dosing Guidelines 18:08 – Cognitive Benefits of Creatine 19:36 – Bodybuilding vs Biohacking Doses 22:08 – Kidney Function and Safety 24:42 – Sleep, Recovery, and Creatine 26:08 – Bloating and Absorption Issues 30:53 – Timing, Caffeine, and Coffee Stacks 34:07 – Different Forms of Creatine 43:06 – Weight Loss, Obesity, and Metabolism 45:50 – Testosterone and Hormones 47:47 – Women and the Menstrual Cycle 50:12 – Pregnancy and Fertility 53:44 – Magnesium and ATP Connection 56:17 – Methylation and TMG 01:01:18 – Creatine Quality and Contaminants 01:09:17 – Practical Creatine Tips 01:15:46 – Creatine for Kids and Teenagers See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Darin Olien Show
    Why You're Exhausted All the Time (Even When You Do Everything Right)

    The Darin Olien Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 27:24


    Are you exhausted all the time? In this solo episode, Darin breaks down why so many people feel chronically exhausted despite eating clean, exercising, and "doing everything right." He explains how modern life disrupts mitochondrial function, circadian rhythm, stress signaling, and nutrient availability, and why fatigue is not a personal failure, but a biological signal. This episode offers a grounded, practical roadmap to restoring energy by realigning your environment, habits, and daily rhythms with how the body is actually designed to function.     What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why chronic fatigue is exploding—even among healthy, active people How mitochondria do far more than "make energy" The role of circadian rhythm, light exposure, and timing in energy production Why stress, overtraining, and modern lifestyles drain cellular energy How emotional suppression and unexpressed stress affect vitality The difference between forcing energy and allowing energy Simple daily practices that support mitochondrial repair How breathwork, stillness, and social connection restore resilience Why nutrition alone isn't enough without rhythm and recovery How to realign your biology with the modern world     Timecodes 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and the intention behind this episode 00:00:32 – Sponsor: TheraSage and natural frequency-based healing 00:02:10 – Happy New Year + why this conversation matters now 00:02:37 – Are you exhausted even though you're "doing everything right"? 00:03:26 – The modern energy crisis and rising chronic fatigue 00:04:12 – Why surface-level health advice no longer works 00:04:27 – Mitochondria: more than energy factories 00:04:59 – Circadian misalignment, EMFs, and modern stressors 00:05:36 – Overtraining, stress load, and lack of recovery 00:06:00 – Fatigue as a signal, not a lack of discipline 00:06:18 – How artificial light disrupts internal clocks 00:07:25 – Discipline as alignment with natural rhythms 00:07:36 – Emotional release, primal expression, and energy recovery 00:08:47 – Why "why am I tired all the time?" is exploding online 00:09:24 – The mitochondria as environmental sensors 00:10:06 – Stress signaling, thoughts, and cellular energy flow 00:11:18 – Breathwork and slowing the nervous system 00:12:24 – Social connection and low-stress signaling 00:13:02 – Sponsor: Bite toothpaste and eliminating plastic exposure 00:15:19 – Morning sunlight and circadian priming 00:15:52 – Reducing artificial light at night 00:16:15 – Nutrients that support mitochondrial function 00:17:29 – Sleep timing, consistency, and repair 00:18:20 – Evening routines and melatonin protection 00:19:46 – Small daily steps compound into real energy 00:20:17 – Antioxidants, inflammation, and recovery 00:20:49 – Training smarter, not harder 00:21:31 – Breathwork, sauna, and recovery rituals 00:22:26 – Nutrition, protein, and polyphenols 00:24:37 – Five daily energy takeaways 00:25:24 – Energy is permitted, not forced 00:26:03 – Listening to the body and closing reflections 00:26:49 – SuperLife Patreon and community support     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway "Fatigue isn't failure. It's feedback. When your environment, timing, and signals align, your biology remembers how to thrive."     Bibliography/Sources: Ames, B. N. (2006). Low micronutrient intake may accelerate the degenerative diseases of aging through allocation triage. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 103(47), 17589–17594. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0608757103 Bass, J., & Takahashi, J. S. (2010). Circadian integration of metabolism and energetics. Science, 330(6009), 1349–1354. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1195668 Gooley, J. J., Chamberlain, K., Smith, K. A., Khalsa, S. B., Rajaratnam, S. M., Van Reen, E., Zeitzer, J. M., Czeisler, C. A., & Lockley, S. W. (2011). Exposure to room light before bedtime suppresses melatonin onset and shortens melatonin duration in humans. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 96(3), E463–E472. https://doi.org/10.1210/jc.2010-2098 Kreher, J. B., & Schwartz, J. B. (2012). Overtraining syndrome: A practical guide. 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    Mick Unplugged
    How to Build a Life That Doesn't Quit: Shawn French Explains

    Mick Unplugged

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 35:23


    Shawn French is a speaker, coach, and podcast host whose life and brand are built on resilience, discipline, and unyielding determination. Drawing from overcoming personal adversity and healing childhood wounds, he has transformed his journey into a mission to inspire and push others to stop negotiating with their greatness. Through his work, including the acclaimed "Determined Society" podcast and community, Shawn French empowers leaders and individuals to harness their pain, elevate their standards, and pursue their purpose with intention, discipline, and grit. Takeaways: Standards Over Goals: Success is rooted in maintaining personal standards, not just chasing goals. Standards become your minimum expectation and shape who you are during the journey. Discipline is Freedom: The daily commitment to mundane, consistent habits grants true freedom and peace of mind, allowing individuals to move forward with zero regrets. Embrace the Mundane: Lasting impact and achievement come from relentlessly executing the unglamorous, everyday tasks—even when motivation is low. Sound Bytes: "If it feeds the mission, then eat it, then go for it. But if it moves you further away from your goal, retreat. Don't do it." "You have to be able to drop the walls and take that ego... I have to be vulnerable in this moment and admit that I didn't perform because of me." "Discipline is freedom. Because when you act on that, there's nothing anyone can say... You have earned that moment no matter what." Connect & Discover Shawn: Instagram: @theshawnfrench Podcast: The Determined Society Website: thedeterminedsociety.com X: @theshawnmfrench Facebook: @thewronghouse YouTube: @thedeterminedsociety

    Get In The Door Podcast | Sales Prospecting Strategies & Tactics brought to you by Steve Kloyda, The Prospecting Expert

    January has a way of forcing clarity. Some people lean into that through Dry January, which is about far more than alcohol. It's about recognizing the distractions we use to numb discomfort, delay discipline, and avoid our best work. In sales—and in life—success rarely breaks down because of a lack of talent. It breaks down because distractions keep winning. Today's conversation focuses on how discipline allows us to control ourselves, influence others, and make a meaningful difference. If you're serious about cutting distractions, honoring your God-given gifts, and building a better 2026, join Bill and I as we welcome Tim Murray to discuss Why Discipline Beats Distraction Every Time on Episode 702 of the Winning at Selling podcast. Bravo Zulu House – Tim Murray –  https://www.bravozuluhouse.org/ Johnny Franchise - https://www.johnnyfranchise.com  Book: Great Leaders Make Sure Monday Morning Doesn't Suck:  https://www.amazon.com/Great-Leaders-Monday-Morning-Doesnt/dp/B0B8F7W838/ref=sr_1_1 Eric Harkins - https://ericharkins.com/ Keystone Club Class - https://mnsales.com/keystone/ Offerings Page - https://mnsales.com/offers Bill Hellkamp – See my LinkedIn profile and send me an invite Visit my website: http://www.reachdev.com/ Scott "Professor Plum" Plum – See my LinkedIn profile and send me an invite Visit my website: https://www.mnsales.com

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition
    The Discipline Of Prayer – Part 3 of 3

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 14:31


    Too often, our prayers are focused on our own agenda. There's a startling disconnect between prayers in the Bible and our own prayers. In this message, Pastor Lutzer unfolds three advantages to praying the Scriptures. Imagine our prayers coming alive as they are shaped and fueled by God's Word. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

    Elite Achievement
    133. Win the Week with Demir Bentley

    Elite Achievement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 36:32


    Goals don't fail for lack of ambition; they stall when a full calendar meets fuzzy priorities. We sat down with productivity expert Demir Bentley, co-founder of Life Hack Method and author of Winning the Week, to unpack a simple practice that changes everything: a consistent weekly planning ritual. Demir's premise is refreshingly real—planning is boring, but freedom lives on the other side. When you trade a short burst of discomfort on Friday for a clear, calendarized plan, you get a calmer weekend and a Monday that runs on rails.DCWe explore what elite success really looks like through Demir's Rubik's Cube lens—solving multiple sides of life well enough to be proud across business, health, family, and finances. From there, we move into the core sequence that turns intention into execution: review your wins and losses, extract a lesson, scan the calendar to defuse landmines, set a few big rocks using the Eisenhower matrix, pick one gold star action, then open your task list and schedule the work. We dig into why most people avoid planning despite believing in it, how discipline creates freedom, and why Friday afternoon or early Saturday morning is the best window to plan and actually rest.Demir also shares how top-down clarity changes the game. Build a simple life map for the year so your weekly choices align with leveraged outcomes, not just urgent demands. We talk about using AI to sort tasks when it understands your priorities, choosing needs before wants, and pulling the levers that compound—systems, assets, and decisions that make future work easier or unnecessary. In tough markets, push where the ball will move: operations, profitability, retention, or even your health.If you're ready to replace overwhelm with clarity and turn goals into real results, this conversation gives you the playbook. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs less stress and more leverage, and leave a review telling us your gold star action for next week. In this podcast you will learn about:• Defining elite success across all sides of life• Accepting time limits and designing the week with purpose• Discipline creates freedom through a weekly ritual• Why most people know planning helps but still avoid it• When to plan and how to protect weekend rest• A step-by-step process for wins, lessons, priorities, tasks• Building a life map for top-down clarity• Choosing leverage, needs before wants, and systems• Playing the long game through operations and retention• Habits for couples to sync logistics and reduce stressHighlights:0:00Why Weekly Planning Matters1:18Show Open And Guest Intro2:06Defining Elite Success6:11Time Limits And The Rubik's Cube7:36Discipline, Freedom, And Planning10:41The One Thing: Plan Your Week12:04The Planning Gap And Why It Exists14:34Friday...

    The You Can Too Podcast
    #328: why we struggle with discipline (& how to improve)

    The You Can Too Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 8:37


    Most of us struggle with discipline until it becomes our default. My IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Want to work with me 1:1? Apply Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx1-ILH2euEUchlEmSSj3ccMc0qR464ZpLlN4W74f5_gq_iw/viewform

    Jocko Podcast
    522: How Discipline and Leadership Will Make You Survive 40 Months as a POW.

    Jocko Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 105:52 Transcription Available


    >Join Jocko Underground< Examining the wartime leadership of Air Commodore Leonard Burchill, a Canadian POW who protected and unified fellow prisoners under brutal conditions. His story illustrates extreme ownership, integrity, discipline, and selfless leadership, showing how character, competence, and comradeship sustain teams through the harshest adversity.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS
    Cleaning Business Podcast | How Discipline Builds Kingdom Businesses | 7 Clay Clark Client Success Stories

    Thrivetime Show | Business School without the BS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 36:49


    Welcome to the ThrivetimeShow.com Cleaning Business Podcast Series. During this 100 episode business coach podcast series Clay Clark teaches how you can achieve success in automotive repair, carpet cleaning, dog training, grooming, home building, home cleaning, home remodeling, manufacturing, medical, online sales, podcasting, photography, signage, skin care, and other industries. #CleaningBusinessPodcast   Where You Find Thousands of Clay Clark Client Success Stories?  https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/testimonials/    Breaking Down the 1,462% Growth of Stephanie Pipkin with Clay Clark: An EOFire Classic from 2022 - https://www.eofire.com/podcast/clayclark8/    Who is Clay Clark?  Clay Clark is the co-founder of five kids, the host of the 6X iTunes chart-topping ThrivetimeShow.com Podcast, the 2007 Oklahoma SBA Entrepreneur of the Year, the 2002 Tulsa Metro Chamber of Commerce Young Entrepreneur of the Year, an Amazon best-selling author, a singer / song-writer and the founder of several multi-million dollar businesses.  https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbescoachescouncil/people/clayclark/    Where Can You Learn More About Clay Clark? https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/need-business-coach/#coaching-about-founders    Where Can You Read Clay Clark's 40+ Books? https://www.amazon.com/stores/Clay-Clark/author/B004M6F5T4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1767189818&sr=8-1&shoppingPortalEnabled=true    Where Can You Discover Clay Clark's Songs & Original Music?  https://open.spotify.com/album/2ZdE8VDS6PYQgdilQ1vWTP?si=Am65WUlIQba4OLbinBYo1g  

    Eric Roberts Fitness
    947: How to Get Healthy 10X Easier: No Discipline Required

    Eric Roberts Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 37:18


    Join My 8-Week Transformation Challenge https://ericrobertsfitness.com/erf-8week-challenge.html In this episode, I break down how to make getting healthy 10 times easier by focusing on the right metrics instead of relying on willpower. I share simple, actionable ways to improve your resting heart rate, heart rate variability, VO2 max, and deep sleep—all without overhauling your entire life. These small daily optimizations add up to massive improvements in your overall health and energy.

    Work On Your Game: Discipline, Confidence & Mental Toughness For Sports, Business & Life | Mental Health & Mindset

    In this episode, I talk about Social Softness and why it makes discipline more powerful than ever. Society is getting softer—people avoid stress, comfort rules, and discipline feels optional. But that's exactly why discipline becomes a superpower: it's rare, valuable, and separates you from the crowd. I explain how staying disciplined builds your foundation and why it's more important now than ever. This is about showing up, even when the world around you is taking the easy way out. Show Notes: [02:48]#1 Discipline is now a market inefficiency. [12:38]#2 Discipline is now a competitive advantage, not just a positive personal virtue, which is what it used to be.  [16:59]#3 Soft people make problems bigger. Disciplined people make problems smaller.  [19:09] Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3224: Men: Stop Being Pussies Next Steps: --- Power Presence is not taught. It is enforced. If you are operating in environments where hesitation costs money, authority, or leverage, the Power Presence Mastermind exists as a controlled setting for discipline, execution, and consequence-based decision-making. Details live here: http://PowerPresenceProtocol.com/Mastermind  This Masterclass is the public record of standards. Private enforcement happens elsewhere. All episodes and the complete archive: → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com 

    Sergio Talks Podcast
    EP 162 | Natty or Not?

    Sergio Talks Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 60:19


    In this episode of Sergio Talks Podcast, we sit down with Hussein Farhat for a real conversation about natty or not, faith, discipline, dating, business, and everything in between. We talk honestly about building character, staying disciplined, navigating relationships, and balancing ambition with belief. No fluff — just real perspectives and meaningful dialogue.Support the showLinks & Resources:

    Value Add With K&K
    I Wake Up at 3AM Every Day. Here's Why Discipline Beats Motivation

    Value Add With K&K

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 12:44


    Why Motivation Isn't Enough in 2026It's a new year, and like most people, you probably started 2026 with big goals. Get in shape. Wake up earlier. Build better habits. Focus on your life, your health, and your future.In this episode, I share why waking up early completely changed my life, how I built the discipline to stay consistent, and why it has almost nothing to do with mornings and everything to do with the night before.This is not a hype or motivation episode. It is a real conversation about habits, discipline, mindset, and why most people fall off after a few weeks while others stay consistent for years.In this episode, I talk aboutWhy most New Year motivation fades fastWhy waking up early is about structure, not willpowerHow the night before determines your morningSimple habits that make waking up early easierWhy discipline beats motivation every timeHow to reset quickly after travel or setbacksLearning to say no to protect your goalsWhy consistency matters more than intensityI also share how getting up early gave me something most people never get, uninterrupted time to think, plan, work, and take care of my mind and body before the rest of the world wakes up.This routine may not be for everyone. You do not need to wake up at 3AM. But waking up earlier, creating alone time, and building discipline can change how you show up in every area of your life.If you are serious about making 2026 different, this episode will help you rethink habits, discipline, and what it really takes to stay consistent.

    BFIT With Brian Pruett
    79: Most Men Are Soft, The Goal is to Stay Hard

    BFIT With Brian Pruett

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 13:04


    Most men aren't broken.They're soft.And the world is perfectly designed to keep them that way

    The Reformist Pipeline
    Why Everything Feels Harder Now — And What Discipline Has to Do With It

    The Reformist Pipeline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 10:28


    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition
    The Discipline Of Prayer – Part 2 of 3

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 14:31


    Can we pray if we don't know what to say—or, what's more, how to listen? The Bible commands us to pray, inviting us to heed God's promises about prayer. In this message, Pastor Lutzer teaches us how to pray Scripture back to God. It's time we returned to God with renewed fervency and perspective in prayer. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

    The Courageous Podcast
    Brent Gleeson - Navy SEAL Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Bestselling Author

    The Courageous Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 50:43


    Brent Gleeson is a Navy SEAL combat veteran, bestselling author, and business transformation expert who has built his life around high performance, in every sense of the word. As the founder of EXCELR8 and author of Embrace the Suck, Brent brings a rare blend of battlefield experience and boardroom wisdom.  In this episode, he and Ryan talk about what it means to lead with clarity, consistency, and conviction. Brent shares how sobriety reshaped his perspective, and how his work today helps teams grow through change instead of getting buried by it. Discipline, in Brent's world, isn't just a driver of performance—it's a guardrail for everything that matters.

    CFO Thought Leader
    1153: From Big-Company Discipline to Private-Equity Speed | Jorge Pliego, CFO, Improving

    CFO Thought Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 46:02


    In his late 20s, Jorge Pliego found himself financing a major expansion in Mexico—not by calling corporate for cash, but by rethinking the entire structure. At Procter & Gamble, he was given the chance to fund a new paper products facility locally, navigating tax and financing incentives until the deal carried “zero” interest cost, Pliego tells us. Convincing senior leaders in Mexico and at headquarters required clarity, confidence, and an understanding of the business beyond finance alone.That moment reflects a career shaped by early responsibility and proximity to decision-makers. From ERP implementation work—where he adapted U.S. costing systems to Mexico's 100% inflation environment—to treasury leadership, Pliego learned how finance decisions land inside real operating constraints, he tells us. Those lessons were tested again when he left P&G for Sara Lee, joining as the second employee in Mexico. Suddenly, he was learning how to import product, choose systems, hire teams, and manage risk without the safety net of a mature organization.At Diageo, that operational grounding met strategy. As CFO of Mexico, Pliego helped lead a six-month effort to craft a plan to triple the business in three years, he tells us. Finance worked alongside marketing, sales, and operations to define investments, risks, and measurements, while leaders focused on inspiring people and course-correcting quickly.Today, as CFO of Improving, Pliego carries those lessons into a faster, private-equity-backed environment. Speed matters, but discipline matters more. He's shortened the close, sharpened data visibility, and applies the same lens to AI—calling it “a very hungry monster” that only delivers value when fed consistent, high-quality data, Pliego tells us.

    A Mother Far From Home
    Why Your Plans Don't Sticks (And It's Not Discipline)

    A Mother Far From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 18:15


    Join Mother U: https://mother-u.com/Why do good plans fall apart even when you care, try hard, and start with the best intentions?In this episode, we unpack why follow-through keeps failing for so many capable mothers and why the problem isn't discipline, motivation, or organization. It's the internal pressure most moms carry without realizing it.We talk about how invisible rules, constant self-monitoring, and the mental weight of “doing motherhood right” quietly drain capacity, making even simple routines hard to sustain. You'll learn why knowing what to do doesn't automatically make it easier to do and what actually needs to change before new plans, routines, or goals can stick.If you're tired of repeating the January cycle and want a steadier, lighter way to approach family life, this episode will help you see exactly where things break down and where to start instead.

    Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
    How Confidence, Discipline, and Systems Build Real Estate Wealth

    Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 26:02


    In this conversation, Giancarlo Carangelo shares his journey from being a high school dropout to becoming a successful real estate investor and manager. He discusses the importance of resourcefulness, setting goals, and personal development in achieving success. Giancarlo emphasizes the value of building relationships and helping others realize their potential in real estate investing. He also addresses the challenges faced in the industry and the significance of confidence and overcoming fear in pursuing one's dreams.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

    LOVE IS FEARLESS
    #168: B is for Beautiful, Not Simply Functional

    LOVE IS FEARLESS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 47:51


    What if the biggest risk isn't failing—but never discovering who God created you to be? In this episode, we revisit the letter B in the Love Is Fearless alphabet with fresh eyes. Back in Season 5 (Episode #128), we introduced the idea that Beautiful offers safety, healing, and regard—while Functional is just about getting things done. But now we're going deeper. Beautiful isn't about being magazine-worthy. It's about being true. Beautiful is "the most true thing"—what reflects who God created you to be, what reminds you of your Source, what feeds your soul. Functional is what we reach for in survival or striving mode—convenient, efficient, just trying to get through the day. And here's the key discovery: Beautiful is always functional, but functional is not always beautiful. In This Episode: The difference between self-sourcing (relying on ourselves and our best ideas) and God-sourcing (discerning with God and others) How the Three Instruments—Atmosphere, Discipline, and Life—help us curate a life of transformation instead of conformity Why "curate" is the perfect word for this journey (hint: it means more than just choosing carefully) The personal story of building hamster wheels and learning what it means to participate with God instead of just presenting Him with our plans A fresh take on Romans 12:2: What if it's not about "don't be bad" but about refusing to settle for insecure attachments? Jamie Winship's insight: "What kills creativity in people is fear. You can't operate on the creative part of your brain if the reptilian part is all about self-protection and self-promotion." Three Practical Takeaways: Notice what's functional versus beautiful in your daily life - Are your surroundings reminding you that you're loved and worthy, or just that you need to be efficient? Ask yourself: "Am I self-sourcing or God-sourcing?" - When making plans, pause and ask: Am I relying on just myself, or am I listening to God and others? Let God love you first with beauty - Go somewhere beautiful this week, or create beauty in your home—not for Instagram, but for your soul. Resources Mentioned: Episode #128: B is for Beautiful (Season 5)  Episode #127: A is for Affections (Season 5) Episode #167: A is for Affections, Not Addictions (Season 7) Jamie and Donna Winship  John 15 Academy Subscribe to The Curated Life newsletter for weekly encouragement delivered to your inbox.  You can be busy with lots of "good" work and never experience the flow of standing in your God-given identity. Beautiful isn't about being impressive or perfect. It's about being true. Together, there is great hope.

    Jack Hopkins
    90 days to fix your life.. (discipline challenge) | Jack Hopkins

    Jack Hopkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 20:10


    90 days to fix your life.. (discipline challenge) Jack Hopkins guides you in reclaiming your masculinity in a feminine world and awakening the beast that lives inside you. Episodes created by entrepreneur and masculinity ace Jack Hopkins for his youtube channel, this podcast is dedicated to helping men rediscover their inner strength and confidence in a society that often promotes feminine values over masculine ones. Follow the podcast for valuable insights, inspiring stories, and practical advice on how to embrace your masculinity, build your confidence, and achieve your goals. From marketing and sales to entrepreneurship and leadership, Jack shares his personal experiences and expertise to help you unleash your inner beast and succeed in all areas of life. Whether you're looking to improve your relationships, advance your entrepreneurial career, or simply feel more confident and capable, Jack has valuable insights that can help you achieve your goals. So, if you're ready to reclaim your masculinity and awaken the beast that lives inside you, follow the podcast & turn on notis

    Habits and Hustle
    517: Tania Khazaal: Building Emotional Resilience Through Discipline, Discomfort and Accountability

    Habits and Hustle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 65:26


    Cutting off family and chronic therapy have become normalized, yet people feel more disconnected than ever. What's labeled as healing often rewards avoidance and quietly erodes emotional resilience. We dive deeper into this in the latest Habits & Hustle with Tania Khazaal. We also chat about why therapy can keep people stuck instead of healing, how “protecting your peace” often protects pain, and why most people quit in the valley of despair right before real growth begins. Tania Khazaal is an emotional healing expert with a background in herbal practice and extensive study in psychology, neuroscience, human behavior, and communication. Her work centers on emotional resilience, relational repair, and the mind body connection. What We Discuss: (05:24) Why family estrangement is rising (06:27) How therapy culture can keep people stuck (08:24) When “protecting your peace” becomes avoidance (14:06) Triggers vs personal responsibility (23:03) Emotional suppression and physical health (36:54) Gentle parenting, discipline, and resilience (39:17) How emotional growth affects health, relationships, and performance (44:37) The valley of despair and why people quit( 49:12) Discipline and future pacing over motivation Thank you to our sponsors: Prolon: Get 30% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit https://prolonlife.com/JENNIFERCOHEN and use code JENNIFERCOHEN to claim your discount and your bonus gift. Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE40 for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. Momentous: Shop this link and use code Jen for 20% off  Manna Vitality: Visit mannavitality.com and use code JENNIFER20 for 20% off your order  Amp fit is the perfect balance of tech and training, designed for people who do it all and still want to feel strong doing it. Check it out at joinamp.com/jen  Find more from Jen:  Website: www.jennifercohen.com Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Tania Khazaal: Website: www.taniakhazaal.com Instagram: @taniakhazaal Facebook: @taniatheherbalistofficial Youtube: @taniakhazaal

    EMBody Radio
    Discipline Over Motivation: How High Performers Build Sustainable Success with Lacey Newman

    EMBody Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 79:58


    In this episode, I sit down with Lacey Newman for a grounded, honest conversation about what actually creates long-term success — in business, leadership, and life. We talk about discipline versus motivation, identity-based standards, and why so many high performers burn out chasing short-term wins instead of building something sustainable. Lacey shares her experience as a real estate professional, coach, speaker, and TV host, and how her definition of success has evolved as she's grown personally and professionally. This conversation is especially for anyone who feels tired of hustle culture but also knows they're meant for more — and wants to build a life that feels aligned, disciplined, and deeply fulfilling. In this episode, we cover: Why discipline beats motivation every time Identity and standards as the foundation of success Building consistency without burning out Leadership, responsibility, and self-trust Creating a life you don't need to escape from Lacey is a real estate professional, coach, speaker, and TV host who has built her career around leadership, discipline, and long-term thinking. What I really respect about Lacey is that she doesn't sell motivation or hustle for hustle's sake: she talks about responsibility, standards, and becoming the kind of person who can actually sustain success. For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Fitness, health, and holistic wellness for $22/month Interested in a luxury 1:1 online health coaching experience? Look no further than FENIX ATHLETICA, where we fuse science and soul for life-long transformation (inside AND out). For the high-achieving hot girls that want to recover better, support glowier skin, and promote longevity through better cellular health, get 20% off your first order of Mitopure and make wellness easier than ever. Follow me on Instagram Follow EMBody Radio on Instagram

    The Hard Way w/ Joe De Sena
    What Holds When the Mind Quits: Zach Bitter on Endurance, Control, and Discipline

    The Hard Way w/ Joe De Sena

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 20:49


    Your mind quits before your body does. That's where most people fail. World-record ultra-endurance runner and endurance coach Zach Bitter sits with Joe De Sena to talk about what breaks people when the miles stack up. Discipline under load. Mental control past mile 60. The rules that keep you moving when quitting makes sense. They cut through ego, impatience, and comfort, explain how to manage mental breakdowns, and show why comfort destroys performance.   Things You Will Learn How to hold the line when your mind tells you to stop How to manage fatigue without negotiating with yourself How to build endurance through structure, not motivation Tools & Frameworks Covered Zoom Out / Zoom In Rule: keeps you moving by shrinking the problem and controlling focus Low-Intensity Discipline Model: builds endurance without burning out or quitting early Anti-Comfort Execution Rule: removes easy exits to maintain forward momentum   If this episode moved you, don't just listen. Do something about it. Sign up. Show up. Do the work. Spartan.com. No more excuses.   Zach Bitter is an American ultramarathon runner who set world records in the 100-mile and 12-hour runs, showcasing the limits of human endurance. A former collegiate athlete turned elite ultrarunner, Zach has built his career around disciplined training, mental toughness, and strategic performance. As a coach and podcaster, he helps others develop resilience, focus, and sustainable methods for peak endurance.    Connect to Zach: Website: https://zachbitter.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachbitter  YouTube: https://zachbitter.com/hpo

    Overthink
    Treason

    Overthink

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 59:16


    Do we ever have a duty to commit treason? In episode 155 of Overthink, Ellie and David talk about “the crime of crimes.” They look at the emergence of this legal concept and its evolution over time, and discuss some of the most important historical cases involving treason: Benedict Arnold, Aaron Burr, and John Brown. Can we say that treason is always bad when America's founding itself depended on an act of treason? Who is capable of committing a treasonous act? And is treason ever morally permissible? In the Substack bonus segment, your hosts discuss how treason is seen in Hobbes' political philosophy and whether we need to recover insurrection as a political possibility.Works Discussed:Neil Cartlidge, “Treason,” The Cambridge Companion to Medieval Law and LiteratureCécile Fabre, “The Morality of Treason”George P. Fletcher, “The Case for Treason”Michel Foucault, Discipline and PunishPhyllis Greenacre, “Treason and the Traitor”Leonard Harris, “Honor and Insurrection or A Short Story about why John Brown (with David Walker's Spirit) was Right and Frederick Douglass (with Benjamin Banneker's Spirit) was Wrong”Lee McBride, “Insurrectionary Ethics and Racism”Enjoy our work? Support Overthink via tax-deductible donation: https://www.givecampus.com/fj0w3vJoin our Substack for ad-free versions of both audio and video episodes, extended episodes, exclusive live chats, and more: https://overthinkpod.substack.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Permaculture Voices
    Discipline in Spending

    Permaculture Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 7:03


    In this episode, homesteader and content creator Tony Barlow of Barlow Roots Market doubles down on the importance of being mindful and intentional when spending.   Subscribe for more content on sustainable farming, market farming tips, and business insights!   Get market farming tools, seeds, and supplies at Modern Grower. Follow Modern Grower:  Instagram  Instagram Listen to other podcasts on the Modern Grower Podcast Network:  Carrot Cashflow  Farm Small Farm Smart  Farm Small Farm Smart Daily  The Growing Microgreens Podcast  The Urban Farmer Podcast  The Rookie Farmer Podcast  In Search of Soil Podcast Check out Diego's books:  Sell Everything You Grow on Amazon   Ready Farmer One on Amazon **** Modern Grower and Diego Footer participate in the Amazon Services LLC. Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition
    The Discipline Of Prayer – Part 1 of 3

    Running to Win - 15 Minute Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 14:31


    Why don't Christians pray more? For many, prayer becomes a lost discipline when the Bible starts to feel boring, pointless, or frustrating. In this message, Pastor Lutzer provides three honest reasons why we don't pray. Let's find out what it means to have a consistent, meaningful prayer life. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

    Shark Theory
    Don't Chase Goals You Don't Care About

    Shark Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 6:13


    Quitting isn't the real danger. The real danger is chasing a goal you don't actually want. Show Notes In this episode of Shark Theory, Baylor shares a candid realization from his Ironman training that sparked a deeper conversation about goals, passion, and honesty with yourself. While training for an upcoming Ironman race in March, Baylor found himself asking a simple but uncomfortable question. Why am I doing this race? The answer surprised him. There was no emotional connection. No deeper meaning. It was simply the first Ironman offered in Dallas, and he signed up caught up in the excitement. That moment led to a powerful insight. The worst thing is not giving up on a goal. The worst thing is continuing to pursue a goal you are not passionate about. Baylor breaks down why many people quit their goals early in the year. Not because they are lazy or undisciplined, but because the goal itself never belonged to them. It was chosen for hype, social validation, or momentum, not purpose. He walks listeners through the key questions everyone must ask when evaluating a goal. Why did I choose this? Who am I doing it for? What connects me to it? And will this goal actually transform me? Using his own experience, Baylor explains why it is okay to pivot when you have better information. Goals should align with the direction you are heading, not the person you were months ago. Growth changes priorities, and adjusting goals is not failure. It is clarity. The episode closes with a meaningful shift. Instead of forcing himself to pursue a March race he felt disconnected from, Baylor rediscovered the race that originally inspired his endurance journey years ago. By moving the goal to September and reconnecting it to purpose, the goal came back to life. This episode is a reminder that passion fuels perseverance. Discipline can only carry you so far. Meaning carries you the rest of the way. What You'll Learn in This Episode • Why pursuing the wrong goal is worse than quitting • How to identify goals driven by hype instead of purpose • The importance of emotional connection in long-term goals • When and how to pivot without giving up • Why growth often requires reassessing old goals • How meaning fuels consistency when motivation fades Featured Quote "It's not okay to quit on your goals, but it is okay to pivot when the goal no longer fits who you are becoming." If a goal feels heavy, empty, or disconnected, pause and ask why. Reattach meaning, shift the timeline, or realign the goal. Passion is not optional. It is the fuel.

    Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
    Why Most Real Estate Investors Fail Without Systems and Discipline

    Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 28:01


    In this conversation, Eric Hamilton shares his journey in real estate and sales, discussing the importance of having multiple revenue streams and the challenges he faced along the way. He emphasizes the significance of building an ecosystem of support, learning from failures, and the impact of financial literacy. Eric also introduces his concept of a 'blueprint' for success, which he plans to expand into a book and podcast.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

    Ship Building with Cooper and Caleb
    Motivational Monday - Addicted to discipline

    Ship Building with Cooper and Caleb

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 2:18


    Let this be the year you're disciplined. Supplements: https://ep-nutrition.com/?aff=7910 use discount code: cwahlo for 10% off. IG: @chiseleddadbodSnapchat: @chiseleddadbod L inked in: http://linkedin.com/in/cooper-wahlo-jr-79a7b0223Twitter: @chiseledadbod YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCAaGVd9FeTNIOql5lGaXOTA?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: @chiseledadbodFacebook: Cooper Wahlo Jr https://www.arbonne.com/us/en/shop-all/nutrition/energy/daily-glow-%26-energy-bundle/p/1114%20Ushttps://www.arbonne.com/us/en/arb/LindsayWahlo/shop-all/nutrition/weight-management/30-days-to-healthy-living-set-with-greensynergy-elixir/p/1230%20US

    The Culture Matters Podcast
    Season 88, Episode 1053: 2025 NYE Lollapalooza Episode 6: Fearless, Alignment, and Breaking the Mold

    The Culture Matters Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 51:31


    Episode 6 of the New Year's Eve Lollapalooza is a collision of high standards and real humanity—where big goals meet even bigger intention.Jay Doran and co-host Mike “Mike Drop” Calhoun welcome a powerhouse lineup: Chris Vester, Maria Quattrone, Alan Whitman, Mike Modica, Matt McHale, with Jim Sabellico jumping in briefly to give flowers where they're due.This episode moves fast—but it lands deep.You'll hear Maria Quattrone share her 2026 word—Fearless—and the launch of her coaching and course work, including the Listing Boss 90-Day Listing Accelerator. She reflects on how consistency and community carried leaders through the unexpected, and later drops a rapid-fire “top lessons of 2025” that hits like a leadership manifesto: clarity, boundaries, momentum on boring days, and why rest is a strategy—not a reward.Chris Vester brings his signature grounding presence: 2025 was Pruning—not loss, but intentional elimination for growth. 2026 becomes Alignment, tied directly to his mission and advisory work, Align Your Nine. He reminds the room that “no is a complete sentence,” and that fewer, better things often unlock the next chapter.Then Alan Whitman, author of Break the Mold, unpacks the journey of transforming and scaling a traditional CPA firm—and why his 2026 must be Intentional, as he prepares to step into a new CEO role for a private equity-backed platform built to manage, protect, and grow prosperity for SMBs. He shares a practical speaking lesson that sticks: if you're trying to stop saying “um,” don't replace it with more words—replace it with a pause.Mike Modica adds the operator's perspective: Discipline and becoming Replaceable—not to disappear, but to scale through systems, trust, and leadership development in a high-stakes world where mistakes cost real money.And Matt McHale stitches it together—stewardship, leverage, and discipline—showing how relationships, consistent learning, and leadership development create compounding returns.If you're stepping into 2026 with a word, a vision, or a calling—this episode will sharpen it.

    Retire Early, Retire Now!
    When Saving More Stops Helping: Finding the Balance Between Financial Discipline and Enjoyment

    Retire Early, Retire Now!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 14:21 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhen Saving More Stops Helping: Finding the Balance Between Financial Discipline and EnjoymentIn this episode of Retire Early. Retire Now, Hunter Kelly, a certified financial planner and owner of Palm Valley Wealth Management, discusses the critical point at which aggressive saving stops being beneficial and starts to compromise quality of life. Addressing high-income earners who save diligently yet feel hesitant to spend, Hunter explores the concept of over-optimizing finances and its impact on day-to-day fulfillment. He provides a framework for identifying when additional saving no longer significantly benefits future financial stability and instead suggests reallocating efforts towards meaningful experiences and satisfaction. Hunter emphasizes the importance of using money as a tool to enhance life rather than just accumulating wealth, advocating for a balanced financial plan that aligns with personal values and long-term goals.00:00 Introduction to Retire Early00:54 The Over-Saver's Dilemma01:33 The Messy Middle Phase03:39 Signs of Over-Optimizing05:50 The Law of Diminishing Returns09:19 A Framework for Balanced Saving11:29 Reallocating with Intention12:31 Conclusion and Next StepsCheck out the Palm Valley Wealth Management WebsitePalmValleywm.comCheck us out on InstagramLinkedIn FacebookListen to the Podcast Here! AppleSpotify

    Studio Sessions
    63. Build The Foundation, Lose The Costume, Keep Your Soul

    Studio Sessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 81:24 Transcription Available


    We sit down for our annual year-end conversation, reflecting on 2025 and mapping out intentions for 2026. The discussion moves between practical revenue planning and deeper questions about identity, authenticity, and what it means to build a creative life without losing yourself in the process.We explore the tension between chasing grandiose visions of success and learning to be present with who we actually are—people who source vintage records, make photographs, create videos, and build websites. The conversation touches on the difference between "playing the part" of a successful creator versus doing work that genuinely reflects our interests and values. We discuss building infrastructure: getting websites live, returning to photography, potentially publishing short stories, and establishing outlets for work that's been internal for too long. Both of us grapple with the pull of consumption and distraction versus the slower work of being present, disciplined, and engaged with the actual world.The episode ends on the idea of returning to being generalists rather than specialists—people with broad interests and connections across different areas of life, people who haven't traded their souls for narrow visions of achievement. -Ai If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode. Links To Everything: Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT Matt's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT Matt's 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT Alex's YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT Matt's Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG Alex's Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG

    Soul Hydration
    The Discipline of Waiting

    Soul Hydration

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 21:51


    In this episode, we talk about the tension between planning and obedience—between being prepared and being present. This is a conversation about waiting, trusting God's timing, and learning how to move only when He says move.Send me a direct message

    FinPod
    Corporate Finance Explained | How Corporate Culture Drives, or Destroys, Financial Performance

    FinPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 13:48


    In corporate finance, we often focus on balance sheets, cash flow, and NPV. However, there is an "invisible factor" that dictates whether those numbers hold up: Corporate Culture. While it doesn't have a line item, culture acts as either a precision tool for financial discipline or a toxic liability that destroys enterprise value.In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, hear how to move culture from the HR office to finance, exploring how trust, psychological safety, and accountability translate into hard dollars and cents.The 4 Financial Levers of CultureA strong culture isn't just about "feeling good" it's a performance multiplier that impacts the bottom line through four direct channels:Productivity & Execution: High-trust cultures move with incredible velocity. By cutting through bureaucratic "sign-off" layers and blame-avoidance, high-trust teams can reduce decision cycle times by up to 40%, accelerating time-to-market.Decision-Making Quality: Healthy cultures encourage "robust debate." When employees feel safe to voice concerns (Psychological Safety), leadership avoids the catastrophic blind spots that lead to failed mergers or flawed product launches.Cost of Human Capital: Employee turnover is a massive recurring expense. Replacing an employee can cost 50% to 150% of their salary, but the hidden costs—lost institutional knowledge and training dips—are even higher.Risk Management & Compliance: Fear-based cultures suppress bad news. A culture that encourages surfacing risks early lowers the company's risk profile, directly reducing the Cost of Capital (the interest rates you pay) demanded by lenders.Culture in Strategy: Accuracy, Discipline, and InnovationCulture fundamentally changes how a company executes its financial planning and growth:Forecast Accuracy: Transparent cultures provide cleaner, earlier data. Surfacing a risk is rewarded, leading to fewer "end-of-quarter" surprises.Cost Discipline: Cultures of high accountability drive Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB), moving away from "entitlement spending."Innovation: Real innovation requires the safety to fail. If failure is punished, employees only pursue safe, incremental ideas, stifling disruptive growth.Resilience: During market shocks, trust enables rapid cost-cutting and resource reallocation that low-trust competitors cannot match.Case Studies: Triumphs and TragediesNetflix (Success): Their "Freedom & Responsibility" model enabled massive capital shifts from DVDs to streaming via extreme strategic agility.Google (Success): Psychological safety powers an R&D engine that prunes failing projects early, saving billions in "sunk costs."WeWork (Failure): A culture of unchecked exuberance ignored financial controls, erasing tens of billions in paper value.Theranos (Failure): Suppression of dissent led to massive misstatements and total corporate obliteration.The Finance Professional's Cultural DashboardFinance teams should track cultural health using these granular data indicators:Turnover by Function: High churn in Internal Audit or Compliance is a massive red flag. Forecasting Behavior: Are teams "padding" budgets to create easy beats? This is a symptom of low trust. Project Delivery Metrics: Consistent delays in cross-functional handoffs often signal a collaboration problem, not a funding one. Ethical Indicators: Spikes in whistleblower reports or audit findings are leading indicators of catastrophic financial risk.

    Your Own Magic
    Gentle Discipline vs. Hustle Magic: A Softer Way to Achieve What We Want

    Your Own Magic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 25:45


    In this episode, I'm exploring the difference between hustle magic & gentle discipline, and why pushing harder doesn't always lead to the results we actually want. This is a softer reframe on consistency, self-trust, and building rhythms that feel supportive & sustainable as we move into the new year.NEW SUBSTACKraquellemantra.substack.comRAQUELLE + YOMyourownmagic.comig @raquellemantrafb group your own magicSPONSORS' SPECIAL OFFERS hereOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Bobbie: https://www.hibobbie.com* Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com* Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    The Catholic Talk Show
    The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers

    The Catholic Talk Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 60:49


    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore the most extreme monastic saints in Church history, examining how silence, solitude, fasting, and radical withdrawal from the world shaped their pursuit of holiness—and what modern Catholics can still learn from them today. 00:00 The Essence of Spiritual Retreat and Monasticism 05:52 The Importance of Rest and Reflection 11:16 The Desert Fathers: A Journey into Solitude 16:51 Extreme Monasticism: Stylites and Anchorites 22:49 Modern Monasticism and Urban Hermits 28:30 The Call for Discipline in Modern Life 31:51 The Role of Asceticism and Fasting 35:37 Exodus 90: A Path to Freedom 39:03 Creating Sacred Spaces and Routines 49:55 Embracing Silence and Presence 53:22 Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sales Gravy: Jeb Blount
    How to Set Sales Goals That Actually Stick: From Vision to System (Money Monday)

    Sales Gravy: Jeb Blount

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 10:24


    This Money Monday Sales Gravy podcast episode is special because it kicks off our 20th season! It's hard to believe that we've been producing the Sales Gravy continuously for 20 years. Over the last 20 years, thanks to you—our incredible audience—we've consistently ranked as the #1 most listened to sales podcast in markets all over the world. I remember my first podcast episode all those years ago, produced with a microphone I bought at Guitar Center and recorded under a blanket for sound suppression. Today, we produce our podcast in professional studios at Sales Gravy and have a full production team on staff to ensure we are giving you the highest quality sound possible.  What hasn't changed is my unwavering focus on making the complex simple by cutting through the noise, eliminating the fluff, and giving you the basics and fundamentals that actually work in the real world. We've got a ton of new episodes and bonus content coming your way, so be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app and listen every week.  Sales Professionals Must Have Goals to be Successful Your personal goals are the aspirations that drive you, inspire you, and push you through the tough days. These goals are essential to helping you maintain sales discipline throughout your sales year. When developing personal goals, I break them down into three buckets: To-Have Goals These are the things you want to acquire or buy. Whether it's a house, a new car, or building up your savings, to-have goals are about acquiring something that enhances your life. To-Be Goals These are about evolving into the person you want to become. Maybe you want to be a sales manager, or if you're a manager, you want to be a director or VP of sales. You might want to go back to school for a degree or an MBA. Or you want to be a better spouse, a better leader, or a better peer. Maybe you want to be a President's club winner or be recognized as an expert in your industry—whatever it is, to-be goals help you level up as a person and a professional. To-Do Goals These are experience goals. Think about experiences that create lifelong memories—maybe you want to travel somewhere special or take on a meaningful project or hobby you've always dreamed about. Four Reasons Why Goals Matter in Sales Number one, goals massively increase the likelihood that you'll actually achieve the things you want. Speaking your goal out loud, writing it down, and being intentional about it has a powerful psychological effect. Number two, goals make life meaningful. It's unbelievably fulfilling to look back and see what you accomplished—how far you've come over the course of a year, five years, or a decade. Number three, we work in a tough, competitive profession, and it's just plain satisfying to put your commission checks, bonuses, and hard-won earnings toward something that improves your life or the lives of the people you love. But the biggest reason to set goals—especially in sales—is that the sales profession is hard work and it can be brutal.  It's loaded with rejection. At every turn, we face potential “nos,” whether it's prospecting calls, asking for next steps, pushing to level up to a decision-maker, or closing the deal. We even face internal rejection when we try to sell a complex deal internally to our own company or get approval for special pricing. Rejection is everywhere, and the fear of rejection—or avoiding it—is the number one reason salespeople fail to perform. Add to that the grind: making call after call, stuffing data into the CRM, pushing through proposals, handling endless follow-ups, and selling becomes tedious, hard, rejection-dense work. For this reason, it requires discipline to stay on track and keep grinding day after day and month after month over the course of the sales year. But here's the rub: discipline can wane, especially if we're not hyper-focused on a bigger prize. Goals Give You the Discipline to Do the Hard Things I want you to pay attention to this next part because understanding the real definition of discipline is critical.  Discipline is sacrificing what you want now for what you want most. Human nature wants easy. We'd rather that customers call us than have to chase them. We'd rather deals close themselves than invest hours into multi-step follow-ups. We don't want to face that “no.” But success in sales is paid for in advance, with facing rejection and hard work. Therefore, if you don't have a clear, compelling reason—something you want most—it's easy to cave in and take the easy route instead of doing what really needs to be done. This is the reason why having a strong set of personal goals is crucial for sales professionals. You need that powerful “why” to keep grinding when the going gets tough. When the pipeline's not as full as you'd like or you're hitting roadblocks, you need something more important than convenience to drag you back into the fight. A Tactical System for Setting Winning Goals Let's jump into the tactics for actually doing this. If you've gone through any kind of SMART goal-setting course, some of this may sound familiar. But these basics are timeless and indispensable. To set effective goals, you need to ask and answer five basic questions: What Do You Want? Sounds simple, but for a lot of us, it's not. We're so busy scrolling through social media, bingeing on TikTok, or juggling daily distractions that we never pause to ask, “What do I really want from my life?” So step one is to get specific. Define it. When Do You Want It? Because we're talking about next year's personal goals, let's keep them within a 12-month horizon. But any truly effective goal requires a deadline or target date—otherwise, it's just a pipe dream. When you have a hard date, it creates urgency and focus. Is It Attainable? Be honest with yourself. If all your goals are ridiculously ambitious, you'll burn out or give up once it's clear you're not making meaningful progress. Stretch goals are great—big, hairy, audacious goals will push you—but balance those with goals you can realistically achieve. How Bad Do You Want It? This is the ultimate question. If your goal doesn't fire you up, if it's not something you'd move mountains to achieve, you won't push through the tough days. Remember, discipline means sacrificing what you want now for what you want most. If the desire isn't there, the sacrifices won't be made. How Are You Going to Get There? These are your steps to success—your system, your process, your roadmap. As James Clear says in Atomic Habits, you don't rise to the level of your goals; you fall to the level of your systems. The idea is simple: if you have a crystal-clear process for what you need to do daily, weekly, and monthly, you'll keep moving toward the goal—even when life gets hectic. This is where your personal business plan and your personal goals intersect. For instance, if your to-do or to-have goal requires additional income—maybe you need a bigger commission check to afford that new pool or a bucket-list vacation—then you have to hit your sales targets. This means building a discipline system that ensures you're prospecting enough, qualifying enough opportunities, following up diligently, and negotiating effectively. Without a system and personal business plan, you are more likely to get random results. Stop Now and Build Your Goal Sheet Sit in silence. Turn off the noise, get away from distractions, and grab a notebook and pen. Write down what you want, when you want it, if it's attainable, how bad you want it, and how you plan to get there. Sketch it all out—just let the ideas flow. Once you've got it all down, build a formal goal sheet. Yes, I'm talking about physically writing it out. There's tremendous power in seeing your goals in black and white, or printing them out and pinning them above your desk. Countless studies show that written goals are far more likely to be realized than goals that just bounce around in your head. This goal sheet is your personal roadmap—put it into your personal business plan so everything stays in one place. Learn how to set winning goals and build your personal Goal Sheet in Jeb Blount's comprehensive course: The Essentials of Setting Winning Goals