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Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod

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Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod is a weekly podcast dedicated to empowering and equipping you with practical advice and strategies to achieve your goals and dreams. If you are looking for help with achieving your goals in any (or EVERY) area of your life, Hal will give you the inspiration, motivation, and action plan to take yourself and your life to the next level. Subscribe to the podcast and get a new episode every Wednesday.
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639: How To Become Irreplaceable In The Age Of AI with Jeff Burningham

AI is evolving faster than most of us can comprehend. And for many people, it's creating a very real fear about the future. If machines can outthink us and eventually outwork us, what does that mean for our careers, our purpose, and even our identity? Perhaps an even better question is: what does it mean to be human in the age of AI? Today, I'm joined by Jeff Burningham. Jeff is an entrepreneur, investor, and author who has built more than a dozen companies valued at over a billion dollars and r...

Jun 03, 202642 minEp. 639

638: How To Be The Parent Your Kids Deserve with Mike & Lindsay McCarthy

One of the biggest challenges parents face today is creating a real connection with their kids in a world where phones and screens dominate so much of their attention. And here's where it really hits home. We only have "18 summers to create lasting connections" with our kids before they become adults, so why not make the most of it? Today, I'm joined by two of my favorite people, Mike and Lindsay McCarthy. Mike and Lindsay are the co-authors of The Miracle Morning for Parents and Families and th...

May 27, 202647 minEp. 638

637: How to Stop Procrastinating for Good with Jon Acuff

The truth is, almost everyone struggles with procrastination. It keeps us stuck in unhealthy patterns, convinces us to wait for the "perfect" time to take action, and gets in the way of what we truly want. Whether it's starting a business, improving your health, writing a book, or having a difficult conversation, procrastination often becomes a roadblock between who we are and who we want to become. Today, I'm joined by Jon Acuff. Jon is an 11-time NYT bestselling author, a top-100 INC keynote s...

May 13, 202653 minEp. 637

636: The Relationship Advice Nobody Gives You with Christine Hassler and Stefanos Sifandos

If you love your partner but still feel disconnected, misunderstood, or frustrated by recurring issues in your relationship or marriage, you're not alone. Today's episode is about bridging the gap between the relationship you have and the one you want. Today, I'm joined by my friends Christine Hassler and Stefanos Sifandos, a married couple and master relationship coaches with over 30 years of combined experience helping people heal relationship wounds, break the cycles that keep showing up in t...

May 06, 20261 hr 1 minEp. 636

635: How to Create Thriving Personal & Professional Relationships with Michael Trainer

We are living in a world that is more digitally connected than ever, yet there are millions of people who are struggling with loneliness. Whether it's your marriage, friendships, or work, that lack of deep connection can quietly affect your overall health and happiness. Today, I'm joined by my friend Michael Trainer, who has a new book out called Resonance: The Art and Science of Human Connection. Michael is one of the most fascinating people I've ever met, and his work is centered around helpin...

Apr 29, 20261 hr 13 minEp. 635

634: Giving Away $1M to Strangers on a 2,000 Mile Bike Ride with Matt King

Imagine the possibilities if you stopped waiting until you felt ready and just committed to the idea you've had that could make a huge impact on other people's lives. If you've ever felt the pull to make a bigger difference but told yourself you didn't have enough time, money, or clarity to begin, this conversation will challenge that excuse in the best possible way. It's a powerful reminder that impact doesn't start when everything is figured out. It starts the moment you decide to take action....

Apr 22, 202635 minEp. 634

633: How Chris Wark Beat Stage 3 Cancer Without Chemo and Healed Naturally

If your doctor said chemotherapy is your only option, would you automatically say yes? If you or someone you love is facing a cancer diagnosis, or you simply want to do everything you can to prevent it, this conversation may completely change the way you think about healing, health, and the questions you should be asking right now. Today, I'm joined by my good friend, Chris Wark. Chris was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer at just 26 years old, shortly after getting married. After surgery,...

Apr 15, 20261 hr 8 minEp. 633

632: Your Brain Works Exactly Like ChatGPT with Lucy Osborne

Why is it so easy to let negative thoughts creep into our minds, even when we know they're holding us back? For many people, negative self-talk can feel so familiar that it starts to sound like the truth, even when it isn't. Today, we're exploring how your thoughts shape beliefs, how those beliefs influence your reality, and why making positive changes often begins with the language you use toward yourself. Lucy Osborne is the global leader of intenSati, a movement and mindfulness practice that ...

Apr 08, 202639 minEp. 632

631: The #1 Biohack Is Free (And It's Not Diet or Exercise) with Ben Greenfield

Imagine that you've spent years optimizing your health, dialing in your routines, pushing yourself to the limit, and doing everything right, but something still feels missing. In this conversation, we explore what it really means to live well and in alignment, along with the biohacks and daily habits, and how to approach your diet in a way that actually improves your health and well-being. Today, I'm sitting down with my good friend, Ben Greenfield. Ben is a bestselling author, speaker, and worl...

Apr 01, 20261 hr 22 minEp. 631

630: What My Nonverbal Autistic Son Taught Me About Truly Listening with J. Brad Britton

Today's guest, J. Brad Britton, is one of my earliest mentors and the co-author of the new book, Real Words with Sam . J. Brad's son Sam was diagnosed with autism at age two, and he remained largely non-speaking for most of his life. But after attending a symposium and seeing the success other families had with a unique spelling method, J. Brad discovered that Sam had been thinking, listening, understanding, and was capable of communicating, often poetically, in ways that changed everything. In ...

Mar 25, 202648 minEp. 630

629: Cracking The Man Code To Improve Your Marriage & Relationships with Mat Boggs

If you're like me and struggle with always being a fixer by trying to solve problems and offering unwanted advice when the one you love just needs to vent, this episode is for you. My guest today is Mat Boggs. Mat is a bestselling author, world-renowned relationship coach, and co-founder of the Brave Thinking Institute's Love and Relationships division. For nearly two decades, he has helped women around the world attract and create deeply connected, lasting relationships, and his videos and coac...

Mar 18, 202649 minEp. 629

628: The Inner Work That Awakens Your Highest Self with Danny Morel

If you're feeling stuck or like you've plateaued in your personal growth, the breakthrough you're looking for likely won't come from just trying harder with the same strategies. Real transformation happens when we do the inner work most of us avoid because it forces us to confront the parts of ourselves we've been resisting. And today's guest has dedicated his life to helping people do exactly that and awaken their highest self. Danny Morel is a spiritual teacher and global thought leader in per...

Mar 11, 202651 minEp. 628

627: How To Achieve Meaningful Long-Term Goals with Dorie Clark

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the to-do list that's preventing you from setting and achieving goals that would actually improve your life? We've become conditioned to chase instant gratification from the quick wins and dopamine hits that come from staying "productive." But those short-term victories often distract us from making meaningful progress toward the goals that truly matter. And today's guest is the perfect person to help shift your mindset to create long-term impact that can ...

Mar 04, 202648 minEp. 627

626: Surrendering Your Ego to Connect With Your Soul with Kyle Cease

What if the strategies you've used to avoid pain are the same ones keeping you disconnected from your soul? So much of our desire to strive and optimize is simply the ego's way of protecting us from discomfort. We call it growth, but in reality, it's avoidance. My guest today is my good friend Kyle Cease. Kyle was named one of Comedy Central's Top 10 Comics to Watch in 2009, and he's the author of my favorite book I read in 2025, The Illusion of Money . He was on the path to Hollywood stardom un...

Feb 25, 20261 hr 19 minEp. 626

625: The Coaching Habit That Brings Out The Best In People with Michael Bungay Stanier

What if the fastest way to create deeper conversations, improve your leadership abilities, and your relationships wasn't a better plan—but a better question? My guest today is Michael Bungay Stanier, bestselling author of The Coaching Habit , the most popular coaching book of the century, to unpack why most of us rush to give advice too quickly and how staying curious just a little longer can change everything. You'll hear Michael talk about why we're all "advice-giving maniacs," how asking bett...

Feb 18, 202644 minEp. 625

624: How to Be More Charismatic and Have Great Conversations with Vanessa Van Edwards

Have you ever walked into a room or given a presentation and immediately felt awkward? Or maybe you struggle with confidence or imposter syndrome at live gatherings or even on Zoom meetings? If so, this episode is for you. As you'll hear from today's guest, confidence isn't the absence of awkwardness—it's feeling it, acknowledging it, and showing up anyway. And she has the tools to help you do just that. Vanessa Van Edwards is a behavioral researcher, the founder of Science of People, and the be...

Feb 11, 202643 minEp. 624

623: The Money Habits That Cure Financial Stress with Mike Michalowicz

Rising inflation has turned everyday expenses into a constant source of stress, leaving millions of people stuck living paycheck to paycheck and wondering if they'll ever feel truly "okay" with money. While traditional budgeting plans promise control, they often deliver guilt and overwhelm instead. That's why I'm excited to be joined by Mike Michalowicz, bestselling author of 11 financial books, including the mega-bestseller Profit First , to talk about his newest book, The Money Habit: The Worr...

Feb 04, 202639 minEp. 623

622: How Cannabis Changed My Life And Can Change Yours with Joe Sheehey, CEO of CURED Nutrition

If you struggle with sleep, pain, or anxiety, you've probably tried many medications and sleeping pills only to end up frustrated by side effects, poor results, and thinking that you're treating symptoms instead of actually feeling better. That's why I'm excited to welcome back Joe Sheehey, founder of Cured Nutrition and a former aerospace engineer who left his corporate career at Lockheed Martin to improve the lives of millions of people. Joe's path to entrepreneurship was influenced by his own...

Jan 28, 202652 minEp. 622

621: 6 Books That Will Change Your Life in 2026

If you want 2026 to be your best year yet, one of the simplest ways to accelerate personal growth is to let a great book challenge the way you think, lead, love, and live. In today's episode, I'm sharing six (6) books that I believe can genuinely change your life this year. Whether your focus is setting bigger goals, strengthening your marriage, becoming a more effective leader, building a thriving family culture, or shifting your relationship with money, there's something here for everyone. I'l...

Jan 21, 202614 minEp. 621

620: How to Navigate Conflict Without Losing the People You Love with Kelsey Blahnik

If you've been feeling emotionally drained from relationship conflict or disagreeing with people that you love, this episode is for you. Despite how technology and social media have made it incredibly easy to stay connected with family, friends, and our communities, many people feel more divided and disconnected than ever. That's why I'm thrilled to introduce you to Kelsey Blahnik, a clinical social worker and therapist who works on the front lines of emotional and relational tension. From famil...

Jan 14, 202631 minEp. 620

619: The 3 Ego Beliefs That Quietly Run Your Life with Aaron Abke

If you've ever felt trapped in your own thoughts, frustrated by repeating emotional patterns, or exhausted from chasing happiness that never quite lasts, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about personal growth. As today's guest reveals, a lot of our suffering doesn't come from our circumstances—it comes from the unconscious beliefs that shape how we experience reality. Aaron Abke is a spiritual teacher, founder of 4D University, and the author of The Three Beliefs of Ego:...

Jan 07, 202654 minEp. 619

618: Return to Real: How To Live Authentically In The Digital World with Ryan Levesque

As the digital world of AI accelerates faster than ever, it's tempting to automate, optimize, and outsource nearly every part of our lives. But what if the path we're on is, ironically, pulling us further away from a meaningful life and genuine happiness? In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my good friend Ryan Levesque to explore a powerful, yet contrarian concept he calls Return to Real —and why it may be the thing we need most when AI is making us feel more disconnected th...

Dec 31, 202540 minEp. 618

617: How to Rewire Your Brain to Overcome Self-Sabotage with Thais Gibson, PhD

If you've ever struggled with challenges in your relationships, emotional triggers, or just feeling stuck in old patterns, you're not alone. Those cycles are hard to break, and it often feels like no matter how hard you try, you end up repeating the same behaviors, sabotaging your goals with limiting beliefs. But as today's guest reveals, you're not broken; this is your subconscious telling you that you're ready to heal. Thais Gibson, PhD, is an author, researcher, and founder of The Personal De...

Dec 24, 202551 minEp. 617

616: How to Prepare NOW for Your Best Year Ever

During the holiday season, many people break from their daily routines by staying up late, having drinks, and overeating, and tell themselves they'll get serious again on January 1st. But if you want next year to be the best year of your life, waiting until the new year to begin is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. In today's episode, I'm sharing why the final weeks of the year are your greatest opportunity to prepare mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually for the future you ...

Dec 17, 202523 minEp. 616

615: AI Can't Replace You (If You Do This) with Amber Vilhauer

Goldman Sachs recently predicted that up to 300 million jobs could be displaced by AI by 2030, a staggering shift that is already creating overwhelm, exhaustion, and a deep sense of instability for millions of people. People are nervous and afraid, and who can blame them? But what if this moment of uncertainty is actually your chance to reclaim control of your life, your freedom, and your future? Today, I'm joined by my longtime friend Amber Vilhauer—marketing visionary, bestselling book launch ...

Dec 10, 202536 minEp. 615

614: The Life-Changing Impact of Eternal Optimism with Matt Drinkhahn

When life feels overwhelming, the natural reaction for most people is to retreat, drift into some form of depression, and assume the pain or challenge they're experiencing is permanent. But what if the hardest season of your life could become the catalyst for your greatest transformation? Today's episode is all about accessing inner strength, gratitude, and possibility when life tries to knock you down. I'm joined by my good friend Matt Drinkhahn, author of The Eternal Optimist: It's Never Too L...

Dec 03, 202536 minEp. 614

613: Why 'Being Grateful' Isn't Working for You

Isn't it easier to feel grateful when life is going well? Everything seems simpler when things are great personally, professionally, financially, and your relationships are thriving. But what about when life gets tough? Maybe you're dealing with a broken heart, struggling to pay your bills, or facing a loved one's hospitalization. In those overwhelming moments, practicing gratitude can feel impossible, but it's also when we need it most. In today's episode, I'm exploring why heartfelt gratitude ...

Nov 26, 202531 minEp. 613

612: Talking to Yourself Isn't Crazy (It's How You Master Your Mind)

When you see someone talking to themself in public, your first thought might be that person is a little crazy and maybe has mental health issues. But what if it's actually one of the most powerful forms of self-leadership? In today's episode, I'll show you how using your own voice can immediately transform your mental and emotional state, elevate your focus, and help you lead yourself through any challenge. I'll share a story about a close friend who inspired me with his daily "self-talk" practi...

Nov 19, 202521 minEp. 612

611: How to Live Longer, Healthier & Happier After 50 with Dwayne J. Clark

What if aging didn't have to mean slowing down or fading out—but instead became the most vibrant and meaningful chapter of your life? Too many people see 50 and beyond as a slow decline, but the truth is, the way you think, move, and care for your body can completely redefine how you experience your later years. Today, I'm joined by my friend and co-author of The Miracle Morning After 50: A Proven Path to Joy, Vitality, and Purpose for Aging Adults , Dwayne J. Clark. Dwayne is the CEO of Aegis L...

Nov 12, 202544 minEp. 611

610: A Letter to My Kids (My Biggest Regrets)

Feelings of regret can be one of life's heaviest burdens. I'm sure most people have choices and decisions that they've regretted in their lives, and I'm no different. But what I've learned is that regret doesn't have to be a source of suffering; it can be one of our greatest teachers if we let it. In today's episode, I thought I'd share a very personal letter that I recently wrote to my kids about the biggest regrets of my life. Things like all the precious moments that I've missed that I'll nev...

Nov 05, 202521 minEp. 610
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