In life everyone will go through a time where you will experience an extreme amount of negativity and even hate. It can be in your family, at your job, or even with some of your closest friends. These type of events often knock us off of our square and instead of focusing on our goals we focus on the haters. During this episode the guys discuss how they dealt with negativity in multiple areas. Listen to today's episode as ET gives several scenarios and tips on how to deal with hate. Very special...
Sep 21, 2017•2 hr 30 min•Ep 90•Transcript available on Metacast Everybody has a dream and everybody has a goal. The problem is that no one has the proper plan to make the dream or goal happen. In order to achieve that thing you’re going after you have to put a strategic step by step plan together. You have to make the choice to wake up every day and work on that plan. The dream is great but the plan is what makes it happen and you have what it takes to get it done. “I will take control of my dream by planning.” Thank you so much for listening to this episode...
Sep 19, 2017•6 min•Ep 89•Transcript available on Metacast The guy’s have another special guest on this week and it’s health guru Shawn Stevenson. Shawn is the host of "The Model Health Show" and today he answered some common health questions from listeners. Some of the important things he goes over are what the word organic actually means, why green leafy vegetables are important, and when you should check the scale. One of the most important things Shawn talks about is the impact of stress on our minds and bodies. Shawn gives an incredible amount of i...
Sep 14, 2017•1 hr 29 min•Ep 89•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast the squad has a special guest. Financial Guru Rob Wilson joins the squad and the discussion is about money. The guys talk a lot about business and a key component in business is money. Rob goes over many different subjects regarding money including how much and how soon to save for your kid's college education, whether or not you should invest in the stock market, and how to deal with debt. Definitely, grab a pen and a pad while listening to this episode. It’s time to ge...
Sep 07, 2017•2 hr 31 min•Ep 88•Transcript available on Metacast It’s time to expand your territory. Expand means to become or make larger, or more extensive. Often times in life things seem to be good or even great and we don’t look for the opportunities to expand. You need to expand your territory and in order to do so you have to make that choice !! Make yourself aware of the fact that there are better things and opportunities available to you. Realize that expanding is something you can do be aware of what you need to do to make that happen. “Choose today...
Sep 05, 2017•7 min•Ep 87•Transcript available on Metacast As entrepreneurs it could be very tempting to take shortcuts and cut corners to get ahead. In business we learn that ethics and integrity are very important but we see a lot of individuals get ahead by cheating. CJ asks ET to explain how to avoid the temptation of cutting corners to get ahead. As complex as the question is ET gives us 2 great things to remember when doing business or when doing things for other people in general. Do things as if you’re doing it for yourself. Never build your hou...
Aug 31, 2017•2 hr 32 min•Ep 87•Transcript available on Metacast Opportunities will not come your way every single day. For some of you when the opportunities present themselves you get scared or you get nervous. You allow the lack of courage to sabotage the opportunity you have. When that opportunity comes you have to own it !! In order to do this you have to think differently about yourself. Listen to the affirmation at the end of this Power Up and repeat it daily in front of a mirror. It’s time for you to make the rest of your life the best of your life. “...
Aug 29, 2017•5 min•Ep 86•Transcript available on Metacast The journey of entrepreneurship is not easy and as a small company things are even harder. In this episode the guys discuss the growing pains of ETA with a staff meeting amongst themselves. CJ and Karl give some great tips that entrepreneurs and small business owners need to be conscious of as well as some things that will help you stand out. Keep in mind that as a small business mistakes are going to be made and things are going to fall through the cracks. Just make the adjustments and never st...
Aug 24, 2017•2 hr 31 min•Ep 86•Transcript available on Metacast How often do you start something and not put 120% into it ? Have you ever experienced having days, weeks, or months where you just weren’t performing at the level that you should be ? Then something happens that just restarts your ignition. In today’s podcast the guys discuss the importance of taking advantage of your life and the opportunities you currently have. ET explains that you shouldn’t wait until something bad happens in your life to start going 120. You should wake up every single day ...
Aug 17, 2017•1 hr 25 min•Ep 85•Transcript available on Metacast In order to go from one level to the next we have to use the tool of repetition. Using repetition will allow you to exercise that skill and although you may be uncomfortable and you might even be miserable, it’s needed to get you to the next level. Find the gap in your gift and practice. Don’t wait until an opportunity comes to practice. Make a decision today to practice and use the tool of repetition to become great within your gift. “I am responsible for taking myself from subpar to average, I...
Aug 15, 2017•8 min•Ep 84•Transcript available on Metacast There comes a time in our lives where we have to transition. What gets us to one level of success will not alway help us get to the next level of success that includes dominance. You have to learn to transition and not hold onto things because it worked before. If you’re currently feeling stuck or feeling like you need to do something different it may be time for you to transition. Take action by reading books, going to conferences, and getting around those who are already on the next level. Let...
Aug 15, 2017•5 min•Ep 84•Transcript available on Metacast Ever felt like you were doing great in life but you have a friend, a spouse, or maybe even your kids who complain about those 1 or 2 things you don’t do well. You probably feel like you’re being attacked in some ways because everything else you do is fire. The problem is because you’re so good in everything else you’ve become complacent in other areas. CJ asks ET how do you know when you’ve become a little complacent ? How do you then work on it so you can become great in that area ? In today’s ...
Aug 10, 2017•2 hr 34 min•Ep 84•Transcript available on Metacast **Note** ET was in the Airport while recording this power up. Please excuse any background noise.** Many people want to meet influential and powerful people. Well the secret is out as to how to do it. Add value !!! The best way to get to the next level is to add value to those around you in any way you can. Use your gifts and talents, fill any gaps that you can, find a way to make their life just a little easier. These things go a long way and people will appreciate you for it. Don’t look for pe...
Aug 08, 2017•2 min•Ep 83•Transcript available on Metacast How do you go from being just good to being great ? What does it take ? In today’s episode of The Secret To Success podcast ET walks the guys through 4 key concepts that took him and the squad from being just good to being great. ET urges that as you listen to today’s episode listen to understand the concepts. After you understand the concepts take them and apply them to your journey as needed. The centralized theme of today’s episode is to get in a system or create a system of your own that wil...
Aug 03, 2017•2 hr 33 min•Ep 83•Transcript available on Metacast This Power Up episode is about courage. The courage you need to get to the next level is inside of you but you have to own it. Stop comparing yourself to everyone else. Stop worrying about what others are thinking. In order to get to the next level you have to believe in yourself, your gifts, and your talents. Listen to this episode and repeat the affirmations ET gives at the end of the episode. Increase your courage so you can go to the next level. “We have not been given a spirit of fear but a...
Aug 01, 2017•6 min•Ep 82•Transcript available on Metacast Today’s show is dedicated to Bryant Kilgo whose life was impacted greatly by ET. ET had an opportunity to meet his mother who informed him that Bryant passed away in June. ET and the entire ETA squad would like to send our condolences. Is the term fake it till you make it still valid ? Should current or future entrepreneurs still live with this mindset ? CJ poses this question as he talks about an encounter with someone he’s been helping out. The gentlemen was making things in his life look bett...
Jul 27, 2017•2 hr 32 min•Ep 82•Transcript available on Metacast On today's Power Up episode ET talks about the importance of speed and how procrastination can and will sabotage you. You can't keep waiting and delaying things get things done efficiently and quickly as possible. If you're a procrastinator you have to take control TODAY. Speed can and will change your life. Don't take as much time as it takes take as much time as it needs. So today make the decision to no longer being a procrastinator. "SPEED IS THE ANTY TO PLAY" Thank you so much for listening...
Jul 25, 2017•5 min•Ep 81•Transcript available on Metacast The guys have an eventful fun filled weekend. Karl and his family took a trip up north for the first time, CJ and his family hung out in Michigan for a family reunion, and ET and his church family holds their first annual kick ball game. Have you ever been on a flight with a jerk ? CJ had the experience over the week and he admits to almost losing control and possibly getting into a fight with another passenger. CJ explains the situation and then poses the question to Karl and E and asks them wh...
Jul 20, 2017•2 hr 38 min•Ep 81•Transcript available on Metacast In this POWER - UP, ET shares: 1. The importance of forecasting 2. Speak It, Believe It 3. No more procrastination
Jul 18, 2017•3 min•Ep 80•Transcript available on Metacast The guys are still in Houston after the Stay Ready conference and their experiences are the subject of this week’s podcast episode. After meeting gazelle’s on two occasions the guys dive deep into the difference of an owner’s mentality and a worker’s mentality. Essentially when you’re operating like a gazelle in the workplace it’s because of this mentality. After discussing the difference CJ asks the guys what do you do when you’re doing something you’re not passionate about for a living and it’...
Jul 13, 2017•1 hr 16 min•Ep 80•Transcript available on Metacast The guys recorded their first live podcast in front of an audience last week and it’s probably the best podcast episode ever. Karl kicks off the episode with the introduction of ETA’s first children’s publication. My Secret Super Power: Trey’s Jungle Adventure . CJ talks about the process of writing the book and gives some advice on how to handle unexpected setbacks while working on projects. After writing the book CJ discovered that although it’s a children’s book many adults can benefit from t...
Jul 06, 2017•1 hr 21 min•Ep 79•Transcript available on Metacast In this Tuesday Power-Up, ET talks about choosing to take control of your life and staying ahead of your competition.
Jul 04, 2017•6 min•Ep 78•Transcript available on Metacast We’ve seen some of the best dynamic duos create history in their fields and ultimately break up. The most recent break up is with ESPN’s Mike & Mike who have worked together for 18 years and are now calling it quits. This caused CJ to think about the possibility of the squad breaking up. Could it happen ? CJ challenges the guys and ask them have they ever thought of the squad possibly breaking up.The guys all explain how they safeguard those thoughts and keep their ego in check so that it doesn’...
Jun 29, 2017•2 hr 30 min•Ep 78•Transcript available on Metacast In today's Power-Up: 1.Conquer Losing 2.On your Mark, Get Set, Go 3.A Perfect World
Jun 27, 2017•4 min•Ep 77•Transcript available on Metacast The guys are back this week and they kick off today’s episode with a weekend recap. Baby Avery turned one, the guys in Lansing did more demolition on the ETA compound, and Josh’s son Hudson won the state championship in golf. CJ starts off the conversation by asking the guys a question that he was asked by a listener. What do you do while you’re waiting to blow up ? You’re applying the principles you’re learning, you’re studying your craft, but things just aren’t moving as fast as you want them ...
Jun 22, 2017•2 hr 33 min•Ep 77•Transcript available on Metacast What does it take to sit at the table with important people ? In this week’s episode ET, CJ, & Karl walk us through what it takes to get to sit down and be around influential people. Although ET admits that was never the goal when they set out on this journey, it’s something that he’s doing more and most importantly appreciating. As ET recaps his star studded week CJ acknowledges that ET had to become a specific type of person to in order to get these opportunities. He had to sacrifice some thin...
Jun 15, 2017•1 hr 21 min•Ep 76•Transcript available on Metacast Check out this all new-weekly message from ET. In today's power-up message from ET...Faith over Fear, Destroy Doubt and Discover Untapped Power.
Jun 14, 2017•5 min•Ep 75•Transcript available on Metacast Titles: Louis Vuitton Don 1. Spoiled Rotten 2. To whom much is given 3. Substitute CJ 4. Febreze 5. Shake it off
Jun 08, 2017•1 hr 26 min•Ep 75•Transcript available on Metacast In this Episode: 1. Liked Not Loved 2. President of Nothing 3. Hood Science 4. Big Middle Little 5. Bump and Grind
May 25, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Ep 73•Transcript available on Metacast In this Episode... 1. ET Got Discouraged 2. Dede, Bread & Eggs 3. Want vs Willing 4. The New Discipline 5. Mother's Day Dusting
May 18, 2017•1 hr 21 min•Ep 72•Transcript available on Metacast 
