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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Brad Stulberg.
This week’s episode of the Growth Guide Podcast features Brad Stulberg. Brad joined us today to talk about his book, The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your Soul.Brad is a writer, researcher, and performance coach and is also the co-author of: Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success.
In today's conversation, we explore the concept of "heroic individualism" and how it often traps individuals in a cycle of constant striving without fulfillment. We discuss the importance of aligning one's public and private selves for mental well-being and the pitfalls of social media's exaggerated reality.
Brad shares insights on mindfulness, patience, and the impact of language on personal growth, drawing from ancient wisdom and modern psychology to craft a comprehensive framework for thriving in chaos.[06.38] Blessing and a curse – Brad shares his opinion about the lack of boundaries between work and life.
[14.08] Enjoying the journey – If we do not enjoy doing something, we won’t find enjoyment at the end of it.
[20.46] Social Media – We discuss how we are consumed by the false happiness of people in electronic media.
[26.40] Stoicism and Buddhism – How the teachings of stoicism and Buddhism about being in the present moment which leads us to feel better and do better.
[31.50] Behavioral activation – A key component of acceptance and commitment therapy.
[38.33] Therapeutic toolkit – The Buddhist way of considering thoughts as thoughts and not taking them seriously.
[45.06] Want vs. need – The more we focus on what we want rather than what we need, the better.
[01.01.25] Productivity vs. productive activity – Brad explains the difference between productivity and productive activity.
[01.10.31] Consistency compounds – Brad shares some practices to be consistent and stay on the path.
[01.22.38] Front vs backstage self – Front stage is the performative self, and the backstage is who you really are. The less distance between them, the better.
Resources
Connect with Brad
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brad-stulberg-009b168b/
Website - bradstulberg.com/
Twitter - twitter.com/BStulberg
Instagram - instagram.com/bradstulberg/?hl=en
Book by Brad
The Practice of Groundedness: A Transformative Path to Success That Feeds—Not Crushes—Your Soul
Book by Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness
Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success
Book by David D. Burns
Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy
Book by Stephen R. Covey
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change
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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Eric Partaker
This week’s episode of The Growth Guide Podcast features Eric Partaker who joined us today to talk about his book: The 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever.Eric shares transformative insights on balancing health, wealth, and relationships through habit formation and intentional living. Exploring the power of strategic goal setting, the 80/20 principle, and the concept of marginal gains, Eric dives into practical methods for achieving significant life improvements.
Hear about his personal wake-up call, a life-altering mid-air heart attack, which prompted a profound shift in perspective towards leading a fulfilling, well-rounded life. Join us as Eric reveals his systems for productivity, team dynamics, and self-improvement that can guide you towards your best self and create momentum in all areas of life. .[05.04] Wakeup call – Eric shares a brief bio about himself and the incident where he realized he could reach his full potential without sacrificing his health and relationships.
[14.41] 80/20 Rule – We talk about how the 80/20 rule can be applied for improving anything.
[22.05] Procrastination – Procrastination is a defense mechanism. We talk about how to prevent that kind of negative self-talk from happening.
[27.25] Three-legged stool – Eric explains how he decided to create superhero identities for each domain: health, wealth, and relationships.
[35.43] Designing your day – To have successful days, have a shutdown ritual at night, exercise and be creative in the morning, and focus on single tasking during the workday.
[43.28] Staying on track – Weekly and quarterly reviews for productivity and reflection. Intentional scheduling. Positive effects on achieving goals.
[49.50] The three alarms – How Eric takes out the three identities; health. wealth and relationships according to three alarms every day.
Resources
Connect with Eric
Website: www.ericpartaker.com
Podcast: www.ericpartaker.com/podcast
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@EricPartaker1/featured
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ericpartaker/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PPIericpartaker
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/eric-partaker-5560b92
Book by Eric
The 3 Alarms: A Simple System to Transform Your Health, Wealth, and Relationships Forever
Book by Neil Fiore
The Now Habit: A Strategic Program for Overcoming Procrastination and Enjoying Guilt-Free
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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Oonagh Duncan.
Oonagh Duncan is the CEO and founder of Fit Feels Good. She is a multi-award-winning fitness expert, media personality, and author of Healthy as F*ck: The Habits You need to Get Lean, Stay healthy and Kick Ass at Life.Your body is the result of two facts: genetics and habit. You can’t do anything about your genetics, but you can control your habits. Habits are the ones who control your body, and if you redesign your habits, you can live as a whole new person.
On this episode of The Growth Guide, we explore the importance of being comfortable with being alone and how implementing basic healthy habits can lead to personal growth. Oonagh discusses the all-too-common desire for a big secret to health and wellness and how people can create their own effort to results ratio.
Tune in for valuable insights on creating sustainable habits and personal growth.
[4:56] Choice of language – the language we choose is important when framing weight loss and dieting.[17:04] Compound interest – What will sustain you is your habits, and consistency will provide exponential results.
[21.12] Reward for the habit, not the outcome – You really have to reward the action and not the outcome because the outcome is often very much delayed.
[26.18] Eating vegetables – Oonagh explains how a half-plate of vegetables can help your daily diet.
[32.16] Sleeping – We talk about the importance of sleep as a part of dieting.
[39.26] Meditating – How meditation helps you to make better choices in life.
[46.53] Value of Small wins – Start with the smallest version of the habit and reinforce your identity as someone who keeps their promises to themselves.
Connect with Oonagh
Website - oonaghduncan.com/
fitfeelsgood.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oonaghduncan/
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/fitfeelsgood
TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@oonaghduncan
Book by Onnagh
Healthy as F*ck: The Habits You Need to Get Lean, Stay Healthy, and Kick Ass at LifeOonagh’s Podcast
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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Tiago Forte.
In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with productivity expert Tiago Forte. Renowned for his "Second Brain" concept, Tiago offers an innovative approach to managing information and boosting creativity.He introduces the CODE system—Capture, Organize, Distill, and Express—key to streamlining our digital tools and enhancing personal effectiveness. Tiago shares insights on organizing notes by project utility and using the PARA system for more efficient workflows. He discusses the significance of delegation for growth and explores how modern entrepreneurship can evolve beyond founder dependency.
Join us for an enlightening discussion with Tiago Forte, packed with strategies that can revolutionize how you approach creativity and productivity.
[05.55] Second Brain - the system for our second brain is code, capture, organize, distill, express. Tiago dives into the code system.[14.49] The PARA method – Tiago defines the PARA method and what the acronym stands for.
[21.14] Closing loops – We talk about the misconceptions about closing loops and some ways to close them.
[28.29] Information packets – Tiago defines information packets and how they can be used to increase creativity.
[39.58] Quality & Quantity – We dive into the relationship between quality and quantity.
[43.03] Expression – Tiago explains the three stages of expression; remembering, connecting, and creating
Connect with Tiago:
Website - fortelabs.co/
buildingasecondbrain.com/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/tiagoforte/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/TiagoForteLabs
Instagram - instagram.com/fortelabsco/
Twitter - twitter.com/fortelabs
Resources:Book by Tiago
Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential
Book by James A. Michener
The Source
Book by David Spinks
The Business of Belonging: How to Make Community your Competitive Advantage
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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Chris Winter,
Today, we're diving deep into the intricacies of sleep with renowned sleep expert and neurologist, Chris Winter. With over 10,000 patients under his care, including elite athletes, Chris has transformed lives through improved sleep.
We'll explore fascinating topics such as the role of adenosine in sleepiness, the impact of caffeine, and the controversial concept of sleep debt. Chris will share practical advice on maintaining a consistent wake-up routine, optimizing your sleep environment, and debunking common sleep myths.
Whether you're a college student, a high-powered professional, or just someone seeking better sleep, you'll find actionable insights in this episode. Plus, we'll touch on the cognitive effects of sleep deprivation, the significance of circadian rhythms, and how genetics play into our sleep needs.[06:29] The Glymphatic System and its Impact on Alzheimer's Disease: How Sleep Can Help Delay the Onset of the Disease.
[10:26] Sleep Deprivation: The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation, Brain Fog, and Increased Risk for Accidents and Dementia.
[25:53] Finding Your Optimal Sleep Duration: The Minimum Hours of Sleep Required for Optimal Health and Productivity.
[36:13] The Drive Reduction Theory: How Your Body Forces You to Get Better Sleep.
[41:26] The Science Behind Sleep: Homeostasis, Circadian Rhythm, Adenosine, Melatonin, and Caffeine.
[46:11] The Truth About Caffeine: How Caffeine Tolerance Affects Your Brain and Sleep?
[51:12] Understanding Sleep Debt: Can We Really Make Up for Lost Sleep?
[56:11] Expert Insights: The Importance of Consistent Wake-Up Times for Better Sleep.
[01:01:25] Optimizing Your Sleep: The Importance of Sleep Hygiene and Creating Your Hibernation Lair.
[01:13:06] The Power of a Bedtime Routine: Tips for a Consistent and Healthy Sleep Schedule.
Resources:
Connect with Chris:
Website: wchriswinter.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SleepUnpluggedPodcast
Instagram: instagram.com/drchriswinterv
Twitter: https://twitter.com/drchriswinterPodcast: Sleep Unplugged with Dr. Chris Winter: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sleep-unplugged-with-dr-chris-winter/id1631914841
Books by Dr. Chris Winter:
The Sleep Solution: Why Your Sleep is Broken and How to Fix It
The Rested Child: Why Your Tired, Wired or Irritable Child May have a Sleep Disorder -- and How to Help
Books Mentioned in the Podcast:Book by Samuel Shem: The House of God
Book by Joseph Heller: Catch-22 -
Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Karolina Rzadkowolska.
Karolina Rzadkowolska is a life coach, author, and podcast host. She is an alcohol-free life empowerment expert who helps intuitive women ditch alcohol and discover their greater purpose. She’s worked with thousands of clients through her programs to change their drinking habits and unleash a new level of health, happiness and drive.Karolina joined us today to discuss her best-selling book, Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You.
Discover how removing alcohol from our lives can unlock our true potential and bring about profound improvements in health, creativity, and relationships. We dive into the rising alcohol-free movement, offering social acceptance and diverse beverage options, and learn how taking a break from alcohol can lead to enhanced presence, mindfulness, and personal growth.
We'll share tips for navigating this path, challenge societal beliefs, and inspire a shift towards a life of fulfillment and purpose. Join us as we unpack the empowering journey of living alcohol-free and the limitless possibilities it brings.[07.54] Dreams and alcohol – Karolina explains how she discovered her inner writer, who disappeared due to alcohol.
[13.00] Health and alcohol – Karolina talks about the health hazards that come with alcohol.
[19.00] Beliefs – We talk about alcohol-related common beliefs among people.
[28.00] Expectations – We dive into the expectations of society that drive people to use alcohol.
[35.30] Alcohol-free – Karolina walks us through the benefits of living an alcohol-free life.
[44.23] Science and beliefs – We talk about the importance of questioning whether our beliefs are scientifically proven or not.
[01.00.47] What we want most - The things we want most over the things we want now will give us a stronger sense of fulfillment, purpose, and meaning.
[01.09.47] The better version – Wrapping up today’s conversation, Karolina talks about how removing alcohol from our lives can lead us to our fullest potential.
Resources
Connect with Karolina Rzadkowolska
Book and Free Gift for Listeners - www.euphoricbook.com/gift
Website - euphoricaf.com/
Instagram - instagram.com/euphoric.af/
Book by Karolina Rzadkowolska
Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You
Book By Gay Hendricks
The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level
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In today's episode, "Start Where You Are," I talk about how I’ve achieved significant milestones such as completing triathlons, becoming a CFO, and building a multimillionaire net worth.
I share insights from a pivotal coffee conversation that sparked reflection on how to take those critical first steps, despite the fear that often accompanies them.
I talk about the concept of "deep growth," focusing on upgrading three key areas: hardware, software, and operating systems. From understanding childhood conditioning to harnessing the power of conscious thought, this episode outlines practical strategies for personal growth and effectiveness.
Join me to explore these transformative concepts and discover how you can start where you are, no matter your age, and take the first step towards a better future.
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/start-where-you-are/👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Today, we have Polina Marinova Pompliano on the show to discuss her latest book: Hidden Genius: The Secret Ways of Thinking That Power the World’s Most Successful People
Polina is the founder of The Profile, a media organization that studies successful people and companies. Previously, she spent five years at FORTUNE where she covered technology and venture capital.
This conversation isn’t your typical book about celebrities and geniuses. It doesn’t purport to idolize any single individual, because, as we talk about in this episode, if you idolize someone, you have to accept everything about them, the warts and all.
Instead, what we talk about and the books share are attributes, behaviors and skillsets possessed by these high performing individuals that we can take for ourselves and make our own.
Whether it’s the Mamba Mentality of Kobe mixed with the Pain tolerance of Amelia Boone and David Goggins. We can take the best skills, attributes and mindsets from some of the greatest athletes, creators and thinkers and make them our own.
This was one of the most fun conversations I’ve had and I hope you enjoy.
Timestamps:[06:24] Inspiration Without Idolization: How to gain inspiration from successful people without putting them on a pedestal.
[18:38] Creativity in the Kitchen: A conversation about creativity in storytelling, featuring stories from renowned chef Grant Achatz.
[13:02] Facing Resistance: Dealing with pushback from close friends and family when you’re trying to grow.
[26:50] Finding Your Creative Path: Tips on connecting, observing, and learning from greatness to fuel your creativity.
[40:53] Embracing Challenges: Why tackling challenges helps you prepare for important moments in life.
[50:04] Becoming Your Character: The importance of fully embodying the characters you portray in storytelling.
[53:53] The Power of Conflict: Polina analyzes Aaron Sorkin’s approach to storytelling, focusing on conflict and character motivation.
[01:02:55] Fluid Conversations: How to improve your conversational skills over time.
[01:19:41] Social Media Detox: The benefits of stepping back from social media to focus on your own thoughts.
[01:30:06] Defining Your Identity: Why it’s important to build your identity beyond outside influences and expectations.
Connect with Polina Pompliano:Website – https://theprofile.substack.com
Twitter – https://x.com/polina_marinova
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/polinamarinova/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/polinampompliano/
Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/@PolinaMarinovaPompliano
Book by Polina Pompliano:Hidden Genius: The Secret Ways of Thinking that Power the World's Most Successful People
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In today's episode, I talk about the art of aligning your actions with your true desires to achieve success and fulfillment.
Learn about the importance of knowing what you want, understanding what it takes, and doing the work consistently. This episode provides practical examples and highlights common pitfalls like blaming, complaining, and getting angry when expectations aren't met.
Tune in to discover how reconciliation isn't about giving up, but about living with purpose and ensuring your actions truly reflect your goals.
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/are-you-reconciled/👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Today, we have JL Collins on the podcast, a best-selling author and Financial Independence blogger.
JL’s first book, The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life, was published in 2016 and has become something of a bible for people in the financial independence movement.
He joined me today to discuss his new book: Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence.
We talk about financial independence theoretically, but more, we talk about stories of JL’s readers who’ve written to him or called him to tell him their story.
People who’ve shared how his lessons on financial independence have changed their lives and from that, my friends, I hope there are lessons that can change your lives
Timestamps:
[08:46] The Post-College Adventure: JL discusses his decision to travel through Europe after starting a career and how it shaped his financial goals.
[11:37] The Power of a High Savings Rate: The importance of maintaining a high savings rate for achieving financial independence.
[18:59] Financial Independence, Happiness, and Life Purpose: JL explores deeper philosophical questions about the relationship between happiness, purpose, and financial independence.
[21:43] Early Financial Discipline: How early financial discipline translates to long-term financial security.
[27:44] The Rare Advocacy for Financial Independence: Why the pursuit of financial independence remains rare in a society dominated by consumerism.
[39:20] Debt Repayment Strategy: The pros and cons of paying off small debts versus focusing on high-interest debt first.
[57:49] Living Differently: The benefits of living a non-conventional lifestyle to achieve financial independence.
[01:06:24] The Magic of Compounding: The power of compounding and how it can turn small initial investments into substantial wealth.
Connect with JL Collins:
Website – https://jlcollinsnh.com/
Twitter – https://x.com/jlcollinsnh
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553123045028
Books by JL Collins:
Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence―And How to Join Them
The Simple Path to Wealth: Your Road Map to Financial Independence and a Rich, Free Life
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In today's episode, we're flipping conventional wisdom on its head by diving deep into the surprising philosophy of using laziness as a superpower.
Join me as I talk about how this counterintuitive approach has helped me achieve remarkable milestones: becoming a CFO, completing an Ironman and an ultra marathon, running every day for a year and a half, and building a multimillion-dollar portfolio, all while maintaining a rich personal life.
I'll break down the key pillars of "lazy efficiency." We'll explore how saying "no" strategically can open up your calendar for what truly matters, why automation and delegation are your best friends, and how to transform wasted spaces into productive opportunities.
Whether you're looking to optimize your professional or personal life, this episode promises to change how you view and leverage your own laziness for a more efficient and fulfilling life.
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/laziness-is-a-superpower/👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Today, we have Brian Preston on the podcast. Brian Preston, (CPA, CFP®, PFS) is the author of Millionaire Mission and Founder & Host of The Money Guy Show.
Brian lays out a nine-step system for building wealth with the money you already have in his new book: Millionaire Mission.
We cover the five levels of wealth, financial order of operations, and the mindset needed for wealth building. Brian also discusses the importance of balancing savings and enjoying life, understanding the difference between being rich and being wealthy, and the impact of savings and investing on one's financial journey.
I really enjoyed this conversation with Brian, and I hope you do too.
Timestamps:[1:56} The Influence of Mr. Morrow: The Morrow moment, a pivotal event that changed Brian’s financial journey.
[4:14] “Army of Dollars”: the idea of an "army of dollars" working for you while you sleep.
[9:07] Financial Order of Operations: A step-by-step guide for managing money.
[13:12] Cash and Retirement Accounts: Important of having emergency reserves and having retirement accounts.
[16:37] Being Rich vs. Wealthy: Brian explains the difference between being rich and being wealthy.
[33:45] Teaching Children About Money: Brian shares his approach to teaching his daughter about money and savings.
[52:37} Financial Independence: Brian shares his journey to financial independence, starting with small investments in his 20s.
[56:59] The Five Levels of Wealth: Stability, strategy, security, freedom, and abundance.
[1:02:49] Maintaining Financial Discipline: Brian emphasizes the need for regular measurements and success indicators.
Connect with Brian Preston
Website – https://moneyguy.com/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/moneyguyshow/
Twitter – https://x.com/moneyguyshow
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/moneyguy/
TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@moneyguyshow
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@MoneyGuyShow
Book by Brian Preston:Millionaire Mission: A 9-Step System to Level Up Your Finances and Build Wealth
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In today's episode, we dive into a popular entrepreneurial concept: "burning the boats." I talk about the historical roots of this idea, drawing inspiration from the story of Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes.
But is this approach really for everyone? I also introduce the "Spider Man approach," advocating for a more cautious and strategic way to pursue new ventures while still working a 9 to 5 job.
Join me while I discus the risks, rewards, and personal considerations of both approaches, guiding you on your journey to financial freedom and success. Whether you're considering burning the boats or swinging like Spider Man, this episode offers valuable insights to help you make the best decision for your future.
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/burn-the-boats/👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Today, we have Ross Simmonds on the podcast. Ross is an entrepreneur and marketing strategist, and is the founder of Foundation Marketing, a B2B content marketing agency that combines data and creativity to support successful and ambitious software brands in the worlds. Foundations has worked with brands like Canva, Jobber, Enboarder and more.
Ross joined us today to discuss his book, Create Once, Distribute Forever: How Great Creators Spread Their Ideas and How You Can Too.
In this episode, Ross emphasizes the importance of intentional and supportive relationships, with a focus on resilience, community engagement, and effective content distribution across multiple platforms.
Ross shares insights on repurposing content, leveraging social media metrics, and the significance of building genuine connections to attract success. We explore the challenges of creating content, managing backlash on social media, and practical advice for dealing with criticism.
Tune in for strategies to level up your social media game.
[07:07] Leverage Twitter: Leveraging Twitter for virality requires strategic content.[14:49] Content Creation: Create valuable content to capture potential leads.
[21:10] Repurposing Content: Repurpose content for multiple platforms to maximize reach.
[40:18] Email Lists: Build email list for direct, effective communication.
[54:44] Empower Others: Celebrating others leads to increased engagement. Empower and uplift through recognition and support.
[59:39] The 4 E’s: Use 4 E's to steal an audience.
[01:06:14] Sharing work: embrace feedback and learn. Fear communities.
Connect with Ross Simmonds
Website – https://rosssimmonds.com/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thecoolestcool/
Twitter – https://x.com/thecoolestcool
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosssimmonds/
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@RossSimmondsTV
Create Once, Distribute Forever: How Great Creators Spread Their Ideas and How You Can Too
Book by Ross Simmonds
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In today's episode, we dive into a topic we all face at some point - hitting the wall.
I share my personal experiences and offer valuable insights on how to bounce back from burnout and avoid hitting the wall in the first place. From setting boundaries to self-care techniques, I provide practical advice to help you recharge and excel.
Join me as we explore the importance of awareness, prioritization, and the 3 d's - defer, delete, delegate. Plus, learn six simple steps to bounce back, including reconnecting with hobbies, getting ample rest, and practicing mindfulness.
Tune in and get ready to tackle burnout and achieve more in your life.
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/hitting-the-wall/👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Today, we have Scott Young on the podcast. Scott is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Ultralearning, a podcast host, computer programmer, and an avid reader. Since 2006, he has published weekly essays to help people learn and think better. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Pocket, and Business Insider, on the BBC, and at TEDx among other outlets.
Scott joined us today to discuss his new book – Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into learning and skill development with Scott. From the debate around unlearning in psychology to the real-life examples of refining motor skills, we explore the complexity of acquiring new abilities. Scott’s expertise helps enrich our understanding of deliberate practice, problem-solving, and the power of imitation in creativity.
I really enjoyed this conversation with Scott, our second one, and I hope you do too.
[05:34] Learning is complex, with three main themes: learning from others, practice, and feedback.
[19:52] Embracing failure is important, but not always the best teacher for success.
[21:43] Success comes from learning by doing and having early victories is key for motivation and learning.
[32:02] Questioning value of extreme dedication and improvement in skill.
[42:08] Strategies include watching problem solving and detailed storytelling for knowledge retention.
[52:41] Learning through examples, feedback, and cognitive load in problem solving.
[1:07:40] Discussing mind as a muscle and transference for skill improvement.
[1:18:04] Learning new skills requires practice and consistency to overcome old habits and succeed under stress.
Connect with Scott Young
Website – https://www.scotthyoung.com/
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/scotthyoung/
Twitter – https://x.com/ScottHYoung
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthyoung/
YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@ScottHYoungVid
Books
Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery by Scott H. Young
Ultralearning: Master Hard Skills, Outsmart the Competition, and Accelerate Your Career by Scott H. Young
👉 For more on this episode, check out the website:
https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/get-better-at-anything👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Enjoy this re-release with my guest, Brian Feroldi. Brian is a financial educator, author, speaker, creator, and YouTuber. Brian began investing in 2004. He had no idea what he was doing at first, but as his experience and knowledge of the stock market developed, his returns improved considerably. He enjoys assisting others in making better financial decisions, particularly with regard to investments. He joined us today to talk about his book, ‘Why Does the Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing in School, But Weren't.’
According to Brian, the most powerful time to start investing is when you are young. The more time that you have on your side, the more powerful the dollars that you are putting into the market. Brian shares the common investing mistakes people make and how to avoid making those mistakes.
We explore the benefits and potential pitfalls of taking a company public and investing in mutual funds. Brian also dives into the history of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the creation of the S&P 500.
Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of finance.[02.54] US stock market – Starting the conversation, Brian explains why he addresses the US stock market as the greatest wealth-creation machine of all time in his book.
[10.29] Selling ownership – We talk about how a corporation can raise money from investors by selling ownership in itself.
[16.03] New York Stock Exchange - The largest stock market exchange in the world today.
[23.15] IPO – Brian defines what an IPO is and how it interfaces with the stock market.
[30.21] P/E ratio – Brian defines the Price to Earnings ratio and the macroeconomic factors that resulted in a high or low ratio in different time periods.
[38.05] Benjamin Graham – Benjamin Graham invented the concept of value investing, influenced Warren Buffett
[43.00] Compounding - The compounding of an investment leads to massive gains in wealth over time.
[50.49] Mutual funds – Brian explains the reasons for the underperformance of mutual funds.
[59.46] Financial advisor – We talk about the things people need to be looking out for if they are going to use a financial advisor.
Resources
Connect with Brian
Website - brianferoldi.com/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/brianferoldi/
Instagram - instagram.com/brianferoldi/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BrianFeroldiYT
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Why Does The Stock Market Go Up?: Everything You Should Have Been Taught About Investing In School, But Weren't
Book by Robert T. Kiyosaki
Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!
Book by Terry Smith
Investing for Growth: How to make money by only buying the best companies in the world – An anthology of investment writing
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In this episode, we'll take a journey through the different seasons of life that shape and define our existence.
From Formation, where our character is molded by early experiences, to Adolescence, where we start setting the foundation for our future, to Baby Season, a time of pure joy in bringing new life into the world.
But we'll also dive into the harder seasons, such as Funeral Season, where we confront loss and grief, and ultimately, the final season, Death.
Join me as I navigate through the beauty and lessons of each season and learn to cherish the moments along the way.
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Today, we're diving into the phenomenon known as the Spotlight Effect.
I talk about the social psychology behind this concept, exploring how it can impact our daily lives, from social interactions to financial decisions. Discover how the fear of judgment and the need to impress others can influence our behavior and spending habits.
Join us as we uncover strategies to minimize the power of the Spotlight Effect and gain valuable insights into achieving personal growth and financial freedom.
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https://thegrowth.guide/podcast/the-spotlight-effect👉 If you want to learn how to Live Better, Achieve More, and Be Financially Free, Sign up for my Free Newsletter:
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Enjoy this re-release of one my top listened to episodes with my guest, Derrick Kinney, CEO of Good Money Framework and host of the popular Good Money Podcast. Derrick is recognized by Forbes as one of the nation’s top financial advisors and he’s coached thousands of clients to financial success. We talk about his book, Good Money Revolution: How to Make More Money to Do More Good, and he teaches us to make more money, live the life we deserve and change the world, too.
Derrick walks us through the reasons for selling his practice and how he wants to help independent advisors build their practices by incorporating generosity into them. He further shares how he can get what he wants by helping other people.
Being generous to people who need it is one of the best things you can do as a human. It makes you part of others’ happiness. It makes you part of a bigger picture in society. Derrick shares one of his clients' stories about having a generous purpose in life and how it helped them grow their own businesses by being generous.
Having a side hustle is important. You can stay motivated with your side hustles once you figure out why you're doing them. You have to find your big "why," and the sacrifices you make are worth it at the end of it.
[01.24] The “Good Money” message – Derrick discusses why he wanted to bring the "good money" message to the world.
[18.40] Generosity purpose – When you connect a purpose to your money, everything changes.
[28.03] Being generous – Derrick shares how you can be generous to people when you are not financially stable.
[35.43] Saving money – How to save money and use it to invest in generosity.
[45.04] Side hustles - Derrick discusses the importance of knowing why you want to do a side hustle. Derrick believes that once you discover the reason, all other sacrifices are worthwhile.
[58.50] Money mindsets – Common money mindsets people have, how to avoid them, and keep moving forward.
[01.10.50] Setting goals – We talk about the things we need to do to make a difference in our lives every year.
Resources
Connect with Derrick
Website - goodmoneyframework.com/
LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/derrickkinney/
Instagram - instagram.com/derricktkinney/
Book by Derrick
Good Money Revolution: How to Make More Money to Do More Good
Derrick’s Podcast:
Good Money with Derrick Kinney
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