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Mindset & Motivation Episodes

March 13, 2023

544: Let's talk about YOUR disadvantages...

Today we're talking about the famous Johann Cryuff quote of "every disadvantage has its advantage," and how recognizing this can unlock a new level of focus, urgency, and ACTION inside of you if you adopt this mindset.
Feb. 28, 2023

538: Does your work suck? (It does, and here's the fix!)

In today's episode we'll talk about a HEALTHY mindset to conquer self-doubt and the ugly cycle of doing work, questioning that work, re-doing that work, ad infinitum.
Feb. 20, 2023

535: What's the worst that could happen? (Advice from the verge of quitting)

In today's episode we'll talk about a simple mindset shift and perspective to leverage any time you're at a crossroads when it comes to big decisions, risks to take, and going after your dreams! I'll share you with some personal stories about some of the best advice I received at a time where I was close to quitting on my dreams.
Feb. 13, 2023

532: How to WIN even when you have an off day (or two...)

In today's episode we're going to be talking about a simple yet powerful mindset hack to make sure that you win the WEEK, the MONTH, and this YEAR!
Jan. 30, 2023

526: You EITHER win OR you...

In today's episode we're going to talk about one of my favorite concepts from the world of chess: you either WIN or you LEARN!
Jan. 16, 2023

520: MLK's advice on how to respond to ANY adversity

In today's episode we'll talk about one of my favorite quotes from the late, great Martin Luther King, Jr as we celebrate his birthday. "Man must evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge, aggression and retaliation. The foundation of such a method is love." – MLK Jr
Jan. 2, 2023

514: My ONE WORD for 2023!

For the fifth year running, in today's episode I'm going to share with you my ONE WORD for 2023... plus we'll talk about how to use the one word concept to your advantage this year!
Dec. 19, 2022

513: What I LOVE about quitting!

In today's episode we'll get veryyyyy personal and honest about quitting, and why most people quitting is the BEST news for us as entrepreneurs!
Oct. 24, 2022

503: Are you PRETENDING to grow a business... or DOING it? (Here's how to tell)

In today's episode we'll talk about the easiest way to build self-awareness on whether or not you're working on the RIGHT things to ACTUALLY build a business... or if you're just PRETENDING to build a business.
Aug. 29, 2022

487: It's ok to quit, BUT... do THIS first!

In today's episode we'll talk about a key takeaway and mindset hack from Ed Mylett, an incredible speaker and the author of The Power of One More.
Aug. 22, 2022

484: It's a COLD day on Everest...

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of mental resilience and how embracing the HARD parts of the journey should be the norm rather than the expectation.
June 13, 2022

483: STOP LOOKING FOR ANSWERS.

In today's episode we're going to be talking about where and how to find answers as you're growing your business.
June 6, 2022

480: HOW and WHY you keep getting thrown off your path

In today's episode we'll discuss a simple concept from the late Kobe Bryant about how to stick to the path that you've committed to... as well as WHY we so often veer from that path once we set out on our journey.
May 30, 2022

477: Why we MUST go through hardships along the way

On Memorial Day we're reminded that "freedom isn't free," which for us as entrepreneurs also serves as a reminder that there are hardships we must go through on the pursuit of success. In today's episode we'll talk about how those hardships help us to become the people we need to become to get to where we want to be.
May 23, 2022

474: How you MUST treat yourself for a better LIFE and BUSINESS!

In today's episode we'll discuss one of Jordan B Peterson's 12 Rules For Life, where he says that we must "treat yourself like someone you're responsible for helping." Join us for Entrepreneur Coffee & Cocktails by going to imetbrian.com/coffee
May 16, 2022

471: What it REALLY takes to succeed.

In today's episode you'll hear an incredible piece of life advice from Nick Saban, one of the best college football coaches, on what it takes to succeed. This is an important reminder for EVERYONE, no matter where you are in your entrepreneurial journey.
April 25, 2022

470: The most DANGEROUS type of optimism!

The first emotion we experience in any NEW journey is uninformed optimism, and in today's episode we talk about the GOOD aspects of that emotion, the downsides of chasing it, and a healthier form of optimism that we must strive for as entrepreneurs.
April 15, 2022

469: What a homeless guy taught me about success...

In today's episode we'll back wayyyy up and ask ourselves the important question: how do we define success? This episode aims to help you realize that you are ALREADY successful, and growing a successful business isn't about filling in gaps, but instead about expanding an already awesome pie of things to be grateful for in your life!
April 11, 2022

467: The RIGHT way to "fake it until you make it"...

In today's episode we'll talk about revealing your inner identity to others' and how that shapes the way that you're perceived – and more importantly, the way that you behave and show up in the world. This episode also includes an excerpt from James Clear's book "Atomic Habits."
April 4, 2022

464: Seasons of SILENCE! (This is a good thing...)

In today's episode we'll talk about the benefit of operating in silence while you DO THE WORK that will give you many things worth celebrating once you've launched!
Feb. 28, 2022

463: How getting things "DONE" is hurting you!

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of iterative processes and persistence when it comes to your business's growth. It's about getting things WORKING... not DONE!
Jan. 28, 2022

462: Turning your BREAKDOWNS into BREAKTHROUGHS w/ Lauren Friedwald

Lauren Friedwald is a breathwork facilitator and Psych-K facilitator who has transformed her life through a journey of healing and self-discovery after getting diagnosed with Lyme disease. In today's episode she shares her story of how she's turned her breakdowns into breakthroughs to become a stronger person and a more prepared entrepreneur, and how breathwork and Psych-K can be vehicles for eliminating limiting beliefs, easing anxiety, and becoming the best version of YOU!
Jan. 24, 2022

460: Are you DECIDING or SLIDING?

In today's episode we'll talk about the importance of DECISION POINTS when it comes to moving forward in your business in an intentional way.
Jan. 17, 2022

457: MLK's words of wisdom for entrepreneurs

On the day that we celebrate and remember the birthday of the late, great Martin Luther King Jr, we discuss ten of his most relevant quotes for us as entrepreneurs.
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