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Episode 1676:
Marc Chernoff reveals seven powerful habits practiced by highly creative individuals, offering practical rituals that boost inspiration, clarity, and productivity. Learn how small daily routines, like intentional solitude and reflective journaling, can unlock your own creative genius and keep it flowing.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://www.marcandangel.com/2014/12/14/7-rituals-you-should-steal-from-extremely-creative-people/
Quotes to ponder:
"Solitude is required for the unconscious to process and unravel problems."
"Creative people journal to get clarity about what they think, feel, and want."
"Creative people don’t wait for inspiration; they act in anticipation of it."
Episode references:
The Artist's Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience: https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202
Daily Rituals: How Artists Work: https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Rituals-How-Artists-Work/dp/0307273601
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Episode 1675:
Brian Tracy breaks down the often overlooked psychological and strategic missteps that cause even seasoned salespeople to lose deals. This eye-opening guide offers simple mindset shifts and actionable techniques to close more sales by focusing on trust, self-belief, and client-centered communication.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/sales-success/top-3-shocking-reasons-you-keep-losing-sales/
Quotes to ponder:
"People only buy from people they trust."
"You must absolutely believe in your product or service."
"The biggest reason for failure in selling is that the salesperson talks too much."
Episode references:
The Psychology of Selling: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Selling-Increase-Sales-Faster/dp/0785288066
Eat That Frog!: https://www.amazon.com/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating/dp/162656941X
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Episode 1674:
Cal Newport challenges the popular belief that passions are magically discovered and instead argues that they’re often built over time through deliberate practice and increasing competence. By exploring real-world examples and research, he shows how pursuing what you're good at can ultimately lead to deeply satisfying work.
Read along with the original article(s) here: http://calnewport.com/blog/2009/11/24/are-passions-serendipitously-discovered-or-painstakingly-constructed/
Quotes to ponder:
"Passion is a side effect of mastery."
"Working right trumps finding the right work."
"Compelling careers often have complex origins; they rarely result from a quick match to a pre-existing passion."
Episode references:
The Courage to Be: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Paul-Tillich/dp/0300084714
So Good They Can’t Ignore You: https://www.amazon.com/Good-They-Cant-Ignore-You/dp/1455509124
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Episode 1673:
Stephen Warley breaks down how to approach delicate conversations with your family when you're leaving traditional employment to work for yourself. He offers strategies to communicate your vision, address their concerns with empathy, and build a support system that aligns with your new path.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://lifeskillsthatmatter.com/talk-to-your-family-about-working-for-yourself/
Quotes to ponder:
"Your family loves you and wants the best for you, but they may not understand what working for yourself means."
"Don’t seek their permission, seek their support."
"You are the one who has to live with the consequences of your work choices, not them."
Episode references:
The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield/dp/1936891026
Designing Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Designing-Your-Life-Well-Lived-Joyful/dp/1101875321
The Big Leap: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Leap-Conquer-Hidden-Level/dp/0061735361
Quiet: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153
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Episode 1672:
Chalene Johnson breaks down a high-impact strategy for getting more eyes on your blog by mastering the art of promotion. Her step-by-step tips help you stop relying solely on SEO and start using smarter, faster tactics to drive traffic, grow your audience, and build authority.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/promote-your-blog/
Quotes to ponder:
"Just because you write a blog doesn’t mean people are going to read it."
"The trick is to work smarter, not harder, by promoting your blog in places where your ideal audience already spends time."
"If you’ve taken the time to write a great blog post, you owe it to yourself to promote it like crazy."
Episode references:
Canva: https://www.canva.com
Later (social media scheduler): https://later.com
Google Search Console: https://search.google.com/search-console
Pinterest Business: https://business.pinterest.com
BuzzSumo: https://buzzsumo.com
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Episode 1671:
Jodi Flynn reminds us that the talents we use to serve others should first be applied to ourselves, especially when burnout and stagnation hit. She shares a powerful personal story of realigning her schedule, mindset, and business practices, turning self-neglect into self-leadership with practical, game-changing results.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.eofire.com/first-and-foremost-your-talents-should-be-used-on-you/
Quotes to ponder:
"The Cobbler Syndrome is when you are the last person to benefit from the unique talent or skill that you bring to the people around you every day."
"I felt like a fraud, I was not walking my talk, and I began beating myself up about it."
"If you are finding that you are feeling 'stuck' or 'behind', take a look to see if you are giving yourself, or your business, the best of YOU."
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Episode 1670:
Joshua Becker reframes traditional measures of blogging success by encouraging creators to define success on their own terms, whether it's creative expression, connection, or community impact. His personal journey illustrates how staying aligned with purpose, rather than chasing metrics, leads to more meaningful and sustainable outcomes.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/choose-your-own-blogging-success/
Quotes to ponder:
"Blogging success does not need to be defined by numbers."
"Chasing someone else’s definition of success will leave you frustrated and exhausted."
"When I focused on using my blog to inspire others rather than impress others, everything changed."
Episode references:
Leo Babauta – Zen Habits: https://zenhabits.net
ProBlogger: https://problogger.com
The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.com
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Episode 1669:
Chris Guillebeau breaks down timeless strategies for earning income online by focusing on skills you already have, low-risk experimentation, and building projects that offer value and scalability. Whether you're freelancing, launching a product, or exploring affiliate marketing, his insights help shift the mindset from passive consumption to empowered creation.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/how-to-make-money-on-the-internet/
Quotes to ponder:
"All of this depends on the concept of value: you get paid when you provide something that someone else values."
"You don’t need permission to get started. You can just begin."
Episode references:
World Domination Summit: https://worlddominationsummit.com/
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Episode 1668:
Chris Guillebeau breaks down the mindset and mechanics behind building a sustainable income online, focusing on value creation over hype. Listeners will walk away with practical, flexible strategies to earn real money by identifying what people need and delivering it in simple, effective ways.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisguillebeau.com/how-to-make-money-on-the-internet/
Quotes to ponder:
"To make money online, you need two things: a product or service, and someone willing to pay for it."
"You don’t need to scam people, work 100 hours a week, or get lucky with crypto. You just need to figure out what people want, and help them get it."
"One of the best things about making money on the internet is that you can design the work around your life, not the other way around."
Episode references:
Side Hustle: From Idea to Income in 27 Days: https://www.amazon.com/Side-Hustle-Idea-Income-Days/dp/1524758841
The $100 Startup: https://www.amazon.com/100-Startup-Reinvent-Living-Create/dp/0307951529
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Episode 1667:
Jeff Goins encourages readers to stop waiting for clarity and start moving forward by testing their ideas in real life. Instead of endlessly planning or researching, you gain the most valuable insight, what actually works, by taking action, even if it's imperfect.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/test-it/
Quotes to ponder:
"Clarity comes with action. Not thought."
"If you’re not sure what to do next, test something."
"You don’t need to know everything before you begin. You just need to begin."
Episode references:
The Dip: https://www.amazon.com/Dip-Little-Book-Teaches-Stick/dp/1591841666
The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898
The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield/dp/1936891026
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Episode 1666:
Laura Stack breaks down the subtle signs that you're overextending yourself and need help, stat. From working overtime to missing deadlines and even skipping personal time, her six signals make it crystal clear when hiring a personal assistant isn’t just helpful, but essential. Listening in will help you reclaim time, reduce stress, and focus on what truly matters.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://theproductivitypro.com/blog/2018/06/simple-delegation-six-signs-its-time-to-hire-a-personal-assistant/
Quotes to ponder:
"You find yourself working 60 to 80 hours a week just to keep up with your workload."
"You're doing work you hate, but you do it anyway because it has to get done."
"When you start to miss appointments or forget commitments, it’s time to reevaluate your workload."
Episode references:
The 4-Hour Workweek: https://www.amazon.com/4-Hour-Workweek-Escape-Live-Anywhere/dp/0307465357
The 360 Degree Leader: https://www.amazon.com/360-Degree-Leader-Developing-Influence/dp/0785260927
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Episode 1665:
Benjamin Hardy explains how even the top 1–3% in any field often plateau due to distractions, overconfidence, and diminishing motivation. By staying laser-focused on personal values, optimizing energy, and maintaining disciplined habits, you can surpass industry elites who have begun to drift from the fundamentals that once made them great.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/thrive-global/how-to-quickly-blow-past-the-top-of-your-industry-36d979ae57
Quotes to ponder:
"The challenge with getting access to all the best gigs is that opportunities can be distractions."
"You may not notice a drop in their performance over the first year or two, but eventually it catches up. And it catches up VERY fast when it does."
"You can blow-past the elite. Just don’t lose yourself on the way up."
Episode references:
Key Person of Influence (Kevin Harrington): https://www.keypersonofinfluence.com/
Molly Bloom (referenced in context of dopamine addiction): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4209788/
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Episode 1664:
James Altucher breaks down how to uncover what you truly love by tuning into what energizes you, not what you think you're "supposed" to enjoy. He offers a simple yet powerful framework to help you navigate distractions, stop chasing empty goals, and build a life filled with genuine curiosity and flow.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/the-secret-to-doing-what-you-love/
Quotes to ponder:
"Do what makes you feel good. Do what gives you energy. That’s the only way you’ll find what you love."
"You can’t fake curiosity. You either have it or you don’t. And curiosity is the beginning of everything you love."
"The more you practice following your curiosity, the more clues you get to what you truly love."
Episode references:
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind: https://www.amazon.com/Sapiens-Humankind-Yuval-Noah-Harari/dp/0062316117
The Artist's Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252
Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience: https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202
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Episode 1663:
Derek Sivers reveals how desperation can be a powerful motivator when used intentionally, allowing us to bypass fear and unlock action. He contrasts this with the idea of gradual progress, emphasizing how clarity, simplicity, and aligned action, without rushing, can lead to sustainable growth and mastery.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sive.rs/desperate AND https://sive.rs/prog
Quotes to ponder:
"Desperation is surprisingly useful. It makes you do whatever it takes."
"Progress means you’re working in a direction you want to go, not towards something you feel forced into."
"You can make amazing progress without desperation."
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Episode 1662:
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner outlines the most common pitfalls that self-employed individuals face, from inconsistent income planning to neglecting retirement savings. Her insights help solopreneurs build smarter, more sustainable financial habits and avoid costly missteps in their business journey.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2014/08/4-common-mistakes-made-by-the-self-employed.html
Quotes to ponder:
"One of the top financial mistakes I see among the self-employed is not having a plan for their irregular income."
"When you're self-employed, it's all up to you to save for retirement. You don't have an employer to help you."
"If you're self-employed and not separating your personal and business finances, it can become a huge mess quickly."
Episode references:
Mint: https://mint.intuit.com
YNAB (You Need A Budget): https://www.youneedabudget.com
IRS Self-Employed Tax Center: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/self-employed-individuals-tax-center
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Episode 1661:
Michael Levitt outlines actionable strategies to accelerate business growth and elevate client relationships. Learn how to build trust with B2B clients and leverage consistency, creativity, and customer-centric thinking to scale your business effectively and sustainably.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/4-strategies-to-implement-in-your-business-growth-strategy & https://www.breakfastleadership.com/blog/2021/8/16/5-ways-to-impress-your-b2b-clients
Quotes to ponder:
"Business growth is not an accident. It is something that is carefully planned and executed with precision."
"Consistency builds trust. Clients want to know what to expect when they do business with you."
"The more you focus on solving your client’s problems and helping them succeed, the stronger your relationship will be."
Episode references:
Start with Why: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447
The Challenger Sale: https://www.amazon.com/Challenger-Sale-Control-Customer-Conversation/dp/1591844355
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Episode 1660:
Philip Taylor unpacks the strategy behind successful Kickstarter campaigns by spotlighting how preparation, community engagement, and a compelling story are key to getting funded. Learn the essential moves, from pre-launch buzz to reward structuring, that help creators stand out and secure backers.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ptmoney.com/the-secret-to-running-a-successful-kickstarter-campaign/
Quotes to ponder:
"Kickstarter success isn’t an accident. Most creators spend months building an audience and preparing their campaign."
"You have to get people talking about your project before you even launch."
"Your campaign page should tell a story, why you're doing this and what makes your project special."
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Episode 1659:
Steve Chou explores a simple yet powerful strategy for attracting customers to your online store: building trust through consistent, high-value content. By focusing on education and relationship-building rather than direct selling, entrepreneurs can turn casual browsers into loyal buyers.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/the-best-way-to-attract-customers-to-your-online-business-or-ecommerce-store/
Quotes to ponder:
"Instead of trying to sell your products right away, focus on providing value first."
"When you educate your audience, you establish yourself as a trustworthy expert."
"Customers don’t buy from companies, they buy from people they trust."
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Episode 1658:
Leo Babauta presents a minimalist three-step system for staying focused and productive without the clutter of complex planning tools. By honing in on daily intentions, key tasks, and a single next action, he shows how simplicity can dramatically improve clarity and output.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/ultra-simple-3-step-productivity-system-for-gettin/
Quotes to ponder:
"Just pick one thing you’re going to focus on each day."
"You only need to take the next step - that’s it."
"This system works because it’s ultra-simple, and it keeps you focused."
Episode references:
Getting Things Done by David Allen: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0142000280
The ONE Thing by Gary Keller: https://www.amazon.com/ONE-Thing-Surprisingly-Extraordinary-Results/dp/1885167776
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Episode 1657:
Karl Staib challenges the conventional metrics of workplace success by spotlighting why happiness is often overlooked by American leaders. He reveals how shifting focus from pure productivity to employee fulfillment not only boosts performance but also transforms company culture from the inside out.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://digtofly.com/why-american-leaders-dont-care-about-happiness-at-work/
Quotes to ponder:
"Happiness at work isn't a perk - it’s a strategy for growth."
"American leaders often don’t prioritize happiness because it’s hard to measure and doesn’t have a clear ROI."
"When employees feel good, they do good work. It’s that simple."
Episode references:
Drive by Daniel H. Pink: https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Surprising-Truth-About-Motivates/dp/1594484805
Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh: https://www.amazon.com/Delivering-Happiness-Profits-Passion-Purpose/dp/0446576220
The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Principles-Psychology-Performance/dp/0307591549
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