During my Instagram AMA, someone asked me, "What mistakes do you find yourself continually making?" It's an excellent question because we often know what we should do…yet still find ourselves making the same mistakes over and over. The first mistake is what I like to call "shiny object syndrome." Now, I could blame it on my ADHD or my inherent love for novelty, but the truth is, humans are naturally drawn to new and exciting things. The challenge arises when we get caugh...
Jun 12, 2023•11 min•Ep. 167
Today, I'll be addressing some of the questions I received during our recent Ask Me Anything session on Instagram Live. One particular question caught my attention, and it's a two-parter. The first part asks how my self-image has changed as I've become more successful. Interestingly, I've always possessed a high level of self-confidence. Regardless of what I set out to do, I've always believed that I have the potential to be the best in the world at it. The second part o...
Jun 11, 2023•12 min•Ep. 166
So, picture this: you're starting your own business or looking to score an awesome job at a company you admire. You want to make a killer impression, right? Take a good look at their work, their business, or their life from the outside. Figure out where you think you could contribute and bring value. Then…instead of just saying it, here's the secret sauce: I call it the "100-day trial period." When you reach out to your dream employer or a badass business you admire, make the...
Jun 10, 2023•10 min•Ep. 165
Today, I’ve got some real talk for all you young and hungry hustlers out there. It's incredible to see the sheer number of hustlers in today's world, way more than I remember back when I was in my twenties. Back then, I was just a regular guy, not really paying attention to hustle culture or how people were building extraordinary lives. But now, in my thirties, I've been immersing myself in this world, and it's mind-blowing to witness the energy and ambition of young people t...
Jun 09, 2023•20 min•Ep. 164
Today, I've got some deep thoughts swirling around in my mind, and I can't wait to share them with you. These ideas, when you put them together, have the power to truly change your life and help you see things from a new perspective and bring more gratitude, purpose, and fulfillment into your world. A wise philosopher, Seneca, said something that really struck a chord with me: "We often suffer more in our imagination than in reality." We create these expectations and ideals i...
Jun 08, 2023•10 min•Ep. 163
We've all been there when you've got an amazing product or service, but it feels like nobody knows about it. It's like shouting into the void, right? Well, that's obscurity, my friend. It's the first hurdle you gotta clear. Because no matter how incredible your offering is, if people aren't aware of it, they can't buy it. It's as simple as that. Once people do know about you, you gotta establish credibility. They need to trust that you can actually deliver...
Jun 07, 2023•11 min•Ep. 162
Today I’m gotta tell you about this amazing trip I took down to Cabo in Mexico last week with my buddy Jamie. We were invited to speak at a mastermind event organized by my friend Hunter Thompson. This community of capital raisers he built is something else. These folks are all about teaching real estate investors how to raise more capital for their deals, and they're really niched down into it. The mastermind itself was mind-blowing. The people there were not only incredibly successful in ...
Jun 06, 2023•11 min•Ep. 151
Today's episode is gonna be a quick one, but I gotta share something that really hit home for me. I read this quote by Rick Rubin that got me thinking, "less is more, but you have to do more to get less." And man, does that resonate with me. I'm all about doing less but better, and it's my motto for this year. But here's the kicker…to get to that sweet spot of doing less but better, we often gotta put in the work to do more upfront. It's a funny balance, isn&ap...
Jun 05, 2023•17 min•Ep. 160
So, picture this…I’m sitting down to record this podcast episode, and I can't help but reminisce about my younger days. I remember how annoyed I used to get whenever someone dropped the classic line, "Follow your passion," or "Do what you love, and you'll never work a day in your life." It used to drive me crazy because, to be honest…I had no clue what the heck I was passionate about. If you've ever found yourself in that frustrating spot of not knowing what yo...
Jun 04, 2023•9 min•Ep. 159
Today, I want to dive into a topic that I've covered before, but it's one that keeps popping up, so I figured it's worth revisiting. It's that one question I get asked so often…the ever-elusive morning routine. I'm always curious about what successful people do in the mornings. Is it a variation of the famed "miracle morning" by Hal Elrod, or do they have a completely different approach? Do they even follow a morning routine? We've all heard the saying tha...
Jun 03, 2023•15 min•Ep. 158
Today, I'm gonna spill the beans on three kickass frameworks that I stole from Nike and used to build not one…but TWO eight-figure businesses. These babies are game-changers, and trust me…you won't hear about them everywhere else. First up, we've got the initiative. Picture this: in chess, it's not just about having a bigger….badder army. It's all about who's calling the shots, who's dictating the action. That's right, my friends, it's the initiative ...
Jun 02, 2023•11 min•Ep. 157
In this episode, I delve into five habits that I believe are worth mastering. These habits may be different from the ones you usually hear about…but I find them to be unique and valuable. I've become increasingly convinced that habits are incredibly powerful and play a crucial role in our lives. As civilization progresses…our ability to complete tasks without conscious effort is what drives us forward. Think about our hunter-gatherer ancestors who had to constantly think about where their n...
Jun 01, 2023•17 min•Ep. 156
Today, I dive into the concept of "less is more" and share my personal journey as a writer. Inspired by a quote from Rick Rubin, I discuss the idea that to achieve excellence and do less but better, we often have to put in more effort initially. There was a pivotal moment in my life when I realized I needed to provide for my future wife and decided to pursue writing as a career. Remembering my father's belief in my writing abilities…I committed to writing 3,000 words every day for...
May 31, 2023•9 min•Ep. 155
Get ready for a wild ride as I spill the beans on my investing, coaching, and online course journey. So here's the deal…I made a rookie mistake early on. I focused too much on innovation before mastering the basics. Sound familiar? Let me break it down with a guitar story. I ignored my instructor's grip advice, thinking I knew better. Big mistake. It led to wrist pain and zero progress. Lesson learned…trust the system being taught, especially when you're a beginner. Truth is repli...
May 30, 2023•12 min•Ep. 154
So, you've been listening for a while and you're all pumped up about starting your own business. But here's the thing…you're kinda freaking out because you're not sure if your ideas are any good. Will they actually work? Will they be a waste of time? Trust me, I've been there too. Here's the deal: a lot of people get stuck in this phase of overthinking. Here's the secret sauce: any idea can be great if you execute it well. But you gotta pick one and go all...
May 29, 2023•11 min•Ep. 153
From racing rally cars in Austin, Texas with an entrepreneur mastermind to embarking on a couples retreat in Ireland with my life partner Jamie…it's been a rollercoaster of experiences and deep introspection. As I sip on Pedialite to recover from a recent stomach virus…I reflect on the recurring theme that has emerged from all these encounters: the importance of goal setting and future casting. Often, we begin moving without direction, only to find ourselves far from where we truly want to ...
May 28, 2023•7 min•Ep. 152
Today, we're diving into the thrilling world of content creation. Legendary creators like Tim Ferriss and Joe Rogan have built their businesses through storytelling and providing value. These guys have built their empires through captivating storytelling and delivering immense value to their listeners. I have so much respect for these content creators because they understand that each and every one of us has a unique perspective and an extraordinary tale to tell. But let's face it…bein...
May 27, 2023•12 min•Ep. 151
Today, I want to share a major revelation that hit me like a ton of bricks. I had always believed in a particular concept that I thought was rock solid and foundational to my brand. But recently…I was writing an article for the Hyperfocused Entrepreneur Newsletter and something magical happened. As I was penning my thoughts, I realized that I had been wrong all along. Now, this wasn't just any old realization. It was the kind that rocked my world, the kind that forced me to take a long, har...
May 26, 2023•12 min•Ep. 150
Recently, I made a poll asking: Would you rather have a million dollars today or the skills of a billionaire in five years? It's a loaded question, and to me, the answer is obvious…you have to go for the skills. Let me tell you why. Money is never the solution to all our problems. It can depreciate, be stolen, and even become devalued over time. On the other hand, having the skills, knowledge, resources, and ability to make money will never leave you wanting. However, I was surprised to fin...
May 25, 2023•9 min•Ep. 149
Today, I've got something truly remarkable to share with you. I recently stumbled upon a book that has completely blown my mind. It's called "Make Something Wonderful" and it's filled with the wisdom and insights of none other than Steve Jobs himself! Steve Jobs was a master at his craft, and he believed that one of the best ways to express appreciation to humanity was by creating something wonderful. And let me tell you, after reading this book, I couldn't agree mo...
May 24, 2023•8 min•Ep. 148
I'm about to share with you something that I've noticed recently in the people around me…the successful people. And let me tell you, these people are crushing it in their relationships, their business, their finances, and their health. So, what's their secret? Well, I've been observing them closely, and I've noticed that they all have one thing in common: they have a laser-focused, goal-oriented mindset. That's right, folks, they know exactly what they want, and the...
May 23, 2023•11 min•Ep. 147
I recently tweeted about video games and the responses I got were intense. So in my tweet, I mentioned porn, junk food, and video games, and I said that there's no such thing as cheap dopamine…you don't realize the true cost you're paying. And while most people can agree the other two aren't great, there are a lot of folks out there who are convinced that video games are harmless. But let me tell you, I've played my fair share of video games in my life. I grew up with th...
May 22, 2023•16 min•Ep. 146
I'm gonna drop some serious knowledge on you about this cool psychological principle called the Zygarnic Effect. So here's the deal: the Zygarnic Effect kicks in when you get interrupted in the middle of a task and can't finish it. It creates an open cognitive loop in your brain that's like having a gazillion tabs open on your computer browser. It sucks up your mental bandwidth, making it hard to remember stuff, retain information, and focus on what you need to do. Sound fami...
May 21, 2023•10 min•Ep. 145
Today, I'm stoked to share with you the three-part framework that helped us raise a whopping $25 million at Invictus Capital. And let me tell you…this simple process has worked wonders for all my other businesses too. Now, this three-step process is all about getting inside your consumers' heads and selling them on your product or service before they even open their wallets. I've run all sorts of businesses in my time, from a window washing company to a manufacturing company that ...
May 20, 2023•14 min•Ep. 144
Today, I'm super pumped to talk about a sneaky trait that I've noticed in so many successful people that the rest of us seem to be lacking. Crazy, right? Most of us go through life looking for confirmation of our beliefs and ideas, trying to prove that we're right all the time. Think about it, we tune into the same news channels, we friend people on social media who share our views, and we block the ones that don't. We're living in echo chambers. But the ones that win…th...
May 19, 2023•11 min•Ep. 143
Today, I'm talking about something that's been on my mind a lot lately: falling into the dopamine trap. It's something we've all done, whether we realize it or not. You know those cheap dopamine hits like junk food, porn, Netflix, video games, smoking, drinking? Yeah, those. They make you feel good for a little while, but then they wear off and you're left feeling like a sad sack. But here's the thing: those cheap dopamine hits aren't really cheap. They end up ...
May 18, 2023•12 min•Ep. 142
A long time ago, I found myself in a pretty bad spot. Life was not going my way, and I was deep in debt with a recent breakup. But I refused to let my circumstances dictate my future. I knew I had to take control of my life and start making some changes. One of the concepts that helped me turn things around was the four spheres of influence. And today, we're going to dive deep into one of those spheres, exercise. Now, I know what you're thinking, "Exercise? Yawn." But trust m...
May 17, 2023•19 min•Ep. 141
I'm going to talk about some seriously bad advice I came across on the internet. The advice came from a guy I follow on social media who has hundreds of thousands of followers. While I usually like his content, this piece of advice was a real bummer. Basically, the advice said that if you have to force yourself to create something, you should go create something else. At first glance, this might sound like good advice…after all, if you're struggling to create something, maybe it's...
May 16, 2023•14 min•Ep. 140
In this episode, I'll be sharing three habits that I battle against in my own life and how you can overcome them too. First up, falling into the comparison trap. This is the number one habit I would remove from your life if I could. We all fall into this trap….comparing ourselves to others and feeling discontent with where we are. The gap between where you are and where you want to be is always infinite, so you'll never close it. But the truth is, if you focus on where you came from an...
May 15, 2023•22 min•Ep. 139
Today, I’ll be diving into the exciting world of marketing and reveal the secret weapons you need to skyrocket your success. Get ready to take your business to the next level with these five game-changing books on marketing. We'll start with Robert Chaldini's "Influence," a groundbreaking book that unlocks the six tools of influence and teaches you how to use them in your marketing efforts. Next up is "Story Brand" by Donald Miller, a must-read for anyone who wants ...
May 14, 2023•11 min•Ep. 138
