Goal Tending: Recent Episodes
Will Bland
Welcome to Goal Tending where your WHY is bigger than your excuses! We will dive in to how to plan and take deliberate action toward achieving your goals. This podcast is hosted by Will Bland, who shares his 5 Step Process to Goal Tending through conversations and Q&A episodes. Will is an Army veteran, Husband, Father of two, and an entrepreneur who shares his stories and experiences, and brings in brilliant guests to join your journey in attaining your goals. Join the conversation and LETS GROW. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goalswithwill/support
I recently volunteered at a Youth Summer Camp. I didn’t know what to expect or prepare for since I haven’t been to a camp since 6th grade, but it ended up being one of the most fulfilling and rewarding things I’ve done in a while. The variety of activities available created lasting memories and fun, but the lessons imparted on everyone in attendance was what truly stood out to me. I enjoyed the conversations so much that I decided to compile some of my favorite lessons from camp in this episode. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Things are constantly moving life, and require a certain level of balance
*When you leverage teammates to move up together it makes life a little easier
*Don’t forget to reach back to help others on your way up
*Notice the beauty and positive things around you on the hike of life
*When you find yourself being critical, try looking internally to ask what you can differently
*People respond differently to the same situations
*Learn to recognize fear and act anyway
*It’s harder to do things for yourself or others when you are trying to keep your head above water
*Enjoy the sunny seasons of life, and understand when you have down seasons that the good times will come again
*Build awareness around your mindset during the different seasons of life
*You can take camp with you anywhere, look for the enjoyment and lessons in everything you do
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Volunteering for Camp
03:55 Dangle Duo (Teamwork)
08:15 Hiking (Notice your surroundings)
11:10 Field Games (Look Internally)
17:00 Repel Tower (Facing Fear)
22:16 The Lake (Seasons and staying above water)
27:57 Closing
Links
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How do you know if you should quit something or stick with it? This episode explains the stigma of quitting and dives into some ways to assess your situation to understand if you should quit. I also discuss the balance of emotion and logic in making your decision. Don’t take this topic lightly! There are opportunity costs associated with sticking staying on the wrong path for too long. Be sure to share your experience with quitting, rather it be something you stuck with for too long, or how quitting led to a better opportunity. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Quitting can be a good thing if done at the right time for the right reason
*There are opportunity costs associated with quitting
*By choosing not to quit, you choose to stay
*Time and resources you already spent are a sunk cost. Don’t allow emotion to make you stay based on what you already spent
*Signs that it might be time to quit: Lack of progress or plateau; diminished passion for your goal; negative impact on mental, physical, or emotional health; feedback from others
*Filter feedback that you receive to identify what is factual and useful to you
*Use your milestones as a method of measuring progress
*Do a pro’s and con’s list for quitting vs not quitting to gain a better understanding of the situation
*Balance emotion and logic when you evaluate your situation
*Ask yourself what things will change if you quit to ensure you understand the impact and path ahead
*Once you make your decision, accept it
*Stay flexible to maximize your potential opportunities
*Know what’s best for you prior to telling others your decision to quit, and stick to it
*When you don’t know what the next step is focus on building resiliency, self-development, and education
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:33 Why Knowing When to Quit Matters
03:04 People Who Quit and Succeeded
06:31 Opportunity Cost and Sunk Cost
08:57 Signs That it Might Be Time to Quit
13:44 Evaluate Your Situation
17:48 Making the Decision
21:03 Telling Other You are Quitting
23:01 How to Pivot and Move Forward
27:49 Closing
Links
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It’s time to do a deep dive into each step of the Goal Tending Process to help you on your journey. This episode explains everything you want to consider for step 5 of the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending. It’s time to Review and Refine every part of your plan and the actions you are taking to reach your goal. Go back and check out Steps 1 through 4 if you haven’t already to Identify your start and finish, identify what you have to start with, make a plan for progress, and take consistent action. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*As you get started toward a goal, understand that life, circumstances, and other uncontrollable factors are going to change
*Check in on your timeline and progress regularly? Stick to your timeline or adjust as needed
*Identify how often you should review your plan and progress
*Regularly reviewing and refining helps maintain motivation and accountability to your goals
*Identify milestones to recognize and celebrate along the journey
*Don’t wait to reach the goal to celebrate or find fulfillment
*Asking the right questions will help you evaluate your progress and shift as needed
*Reviewing and refining is necessary at every step in the process
*The starting line moves every day
*Prioritize your time to align with your long-term goals
*Choose what you put your energy toward
*It’s not about the process, it’s about finding fulfillment in your journey
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:10 Steps 1-4 Recap
03:40 The Importance of Reviewing and Refining
05:47 Frequency of Check-in
08:11 Motivation and Accountability
09:30 Milestones
11:03 Clear Review Checklist
14:01 Review and Refine Each Step
19:20 Review and Refine in Real Time
25:26 Closing
Links
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Review and refine your plan! Part of that requires you to evaluate your progress, adjust current goals, or even make new goals along the journey. Aaliyah Bland, awarded Elite Dancer, joins this episode to check in on her progress and set new goals after another year of competitive dance and finishing 1st grade. This is a great episode for parents and kids to watch together to set goals, check in on progress, and communicate! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Working with others can be a good way to help with learning challenging subjects
*Establishing new relationships is a great way to adapt to new environments and challenges
*Older kids with experience in what you want to do can make great mentors
*People can tell if you enjoy what you do by your “faces”
*It’s ok to make mistakes as long as you learn from them
*Stick with it and you will get better
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:39 Educational Goals
04:30 Dance Goals
08:46 Long Term Goals
10:15 Facing New Sports
13:20 Closing
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It’s time to do a deep dive into each step of the Goal Tending Process to help you on your journey. This episode explains everything you want to consider for step 4 of the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending. It’s time to take consistent action toward the plan you made and find ways to maintain accountability. Go back and check out Steps 1 through 3 if you haven’t already to Identify your start and finish, identify what you have to start with, and make a plan for progress. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Know what actions you need to take tomorrow before you go to bed at night
*You should be taking action toward your goal every single day
*What do you need to accomplish for the day to be a success?
*Use people in your community to help with accountability if you struggle with self accountability
*If you don’t have someone in your community you can rely on, join a group or find a way to connect to someone with a common goal
*Coaches and mentors can make great accountability partners
*Visualization is a powerful tool to help maintain motivation
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 Steps 1-3 Recap
02:11 Daily Action
05:24 Accountability
08:32 Maintain Motivation
10:59 Closing
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It’s time to do a deep dive into each step of the Goal Tending Process to help you on your journey. This episode explains everything you want to consider for step 3 of the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending. It’s time to make a plan for progress to start taking action on your journey. Go back and check out Step 1 and 2 if you haven’t already to Identify your start and finish, and identify what you have to start with. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*identifying the different kinds of obstacles you know you will face will help you gain a starting point for planning
*4 kinds of obstacles- know for sure will happen, might happen, someone else know could happen, unknown
*Make a plan for how you will overcome each obstacle individually
*Counterproductive thinking is a common obstacle we all face
*Your mind will encourage temporary pleasure and comfort at the sacrifice of your long term progress
*Every goal is different, so obstacle we face can vary as well
*Gaps vary in size and the time and effort required to fill them
*Be adaptable and flexible to overcome unknown obstacles
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:23 Recap of Step 1 and 2
02:40 Identify Obstacles
06:00 How will you overcome the obstacles
07:17 Common Obstacles
11:12 Identify Gaps
15:06 The unknown
16:23 Closing
Links
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When people talk about Power Couples what comes to mind? High achievers, performers, communicators, teammates, partners, physical and mental toughness, aware, considerate, present parents, and so much more. Hannah and Earl Daniels are the definition of a Power Couple, and they join this episode to share their journey with business, athletics, fitness, and family. These two former collegiate athletes share tips for success, communication techniques, and skills they leverage from sports to apply to their lives. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Don’t hesitate to express yourself
*Think and talk about your goals as a family
*The gym can help provide accountability
*Consider the legal aspects when pursuing a new business venture
*Rebranding can be a big challenge, but is crucial to consider when taking on an existing business
*When taking on a business that you love, don’t forget to consider the things you will need to do that you don’t enjoy, or that you will need to hire for
*Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something
*In a relationship its crucial to align efforts to work toward common objectives
*Building generational wealth requires sacrifice of instant gratification and a long-term plan
*Combining efforts multiplies output
*Compete physically and mentally in life like it’s a sport
*If you have a strong mentality, physicality can be learned
*Be willing to take on challenging and uncomfortable things to set yourself apart from your competition
*Vulnerability and an open mind are keys to gaining financial intelligence beyond parental teaching or lack thereof
*Communication and alignment help lead to commitment and buy in to common goals
*Without understanding communication can’t take place
*Fail fast and fail forward
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:56 Taking the Leap in Ownership
05:39 Functional Fitness and Optimizing Performance
09:20 Business Challenges
13:55 Operating Through Parenthood
17:34 Skills from Sports that Carry Over
20:29 Self Taught vs Inherited Money Management
25:42 Advice for Newlyweds
29:40 Advice for the Younger You
34:33 Connect with Hannah and Earl
36:42 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Contact Hannah and Earl
502-305-8611
Crestwood@f45training.com
(Hannah Insta) https://www.instagram.com/rookieee_/
(Hannah Linkedin) https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-daniels-36465410b/
(Earl Linkedin) https://www.linkedin.com/in/earl-daniels7/
(Earl Insta) https://www.instagram.com/earld7/ (F45 Crestwood Insta) https://www.instagram.com/f45_crestwood/
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It’s time to do a deep dive into each step of the Goal Tending Process to help you on your journey. This episode explains everything you want to consider for step 2 of the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending. It’s time to identify what knowledge, skills, and resources you have at your disposal to help you on your journey. Go back and check out Step 1 if you haven’t already to Identify your start and finish. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Be sure to do step 1 first
*Start with a personal inventory
*Two ways to develop knowledge: Education and Experience
*You can learn from positive and negative events
*Skills are the things you have become good at through practice, not a trait you are born with
*Communication and time management are two critical skills on any journey
*Don’t focus on gaps yet, just focus on what you do have
*The knowledge, skills, and resources you identify should relate to the goal you are pursuing
*Relationships are a useful resource in any situation
*Family and friends aren’t always the best relationship to leverage when working toward a goal
*Make your goal tangible by putting it on paper
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Step 2
02:41 Knowledge
05:07 Skills
07:42 Resources
12:54 Take Action
13:43 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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Real estate is desirable to just about everyone either to own a home of their own, get a commercial property for a business, or to get into real estate investing! In this episode Dustin Mistelske, Senior Loan Officer at North Pointe Bank, makes financing a first home or investment property easy to understand. There is more than one option, and your situation determines what is best for you. Your goal may be closer than you think. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Understanding credit will help you know where you stand
*Your credit is used as a measuring stick for bankers and lenders
*Credit is the 3rd most important piece to buying a house
*Using a credit card with intention, and carrying a 10-30% balance from month to month is an easy way to build credit
*Financing a car improves credit score by showing a history of on time payments
*Amount of debt you have and your income are the 2nd and 1st most important pieces to buying a house
*Different kinds of debt don’t impact your score differently, the most important thing is history of on time payments
*If you have your own down payment you can do a no score loan
*There are home loans that don’t require a down payment (VA Loan and living in a rural county)
*Live in your residence for at least 2 years to avoid capital gains tax
*When you sell your home you will, in most cases, get your down payment back plus additional equity back from the payments you made on the principal, and then you also get whatever value the property has appreciated to
*Goals of refinancing can be paying off debt, reducing the loan term, or adjusting your monthly payments
*It is worth refinancing if you can get your interest rate 1% or more lower
*A good way to start investing is by turning your primary or secondary residence into an investment property after 2 years
*You can cash out your equity or get a home equity line of credit to access the money tied up in your house
*Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is like a credit card on your house
*A rehab loan can save you money up front to do a flip
*Don’t be afraid to ask for help from a professional to make an informed decision on the what is best for you
*Waiting to buy can cost you money in the long run
*You can buy up to a 4-unit property for your primary residence. This gets you a home and investment properties at the same time
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:11 Meet Dustin
05:35 Financing your first home
07:45 Understanding Credit
11:27 Most Important Considerations for Financing
18:47 Upgrading or moving to a second home
25:57 When is a good time to refinance
32:25 Moving up to investment properties
34:14 Cash out Equity vs HELOC
36:13 Financing to Flip
42:11 Mortgage loan vs construction loan
43:28 Advice for before real estate
44:49 Waiting for interest rates to drop
46:58 House Hack
49:59 Contact Dustin
51:27 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Contact Dustin
502-422-2150
Dustin.mistelske@northpointe.com
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It’s time to do a deep dive into each step of the Goal Tending Process to help you on your journey. This episode explains everything you want to consider for step 1 of the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending. It’s time to put your plan in place by beginning with identifying your start and finish. Come join the conversation and let's grow. This episode is fueled by Prepping with Peppers. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*When you know your long-term goals you can align your short and mid-term goals
*List out every goal you think you’d like to go after
*Prioritize your list to see what you need to go after first
*Don’t try to take everything on at one time
*Get clear by visualizing your goal
*Part of getting specific is setting a date
*Eliminate room for procrastination
*Where are you in relation to your goal
*Find a WHY bigger than your excuses
*Your mind can be one of your biggest obstacles
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:37 Start with the finish
03:42 List and Prioritize Your goals
07:16 Get clear on your number 1 goal
09:58 Set a Date
11:22 Backwards Planning
12:56 Where are you starting
13:48 Your WHY
16:27 Closing
Links
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This is a mastermind masterclass! In this episode Dylan Curry, Vice President of Business Development & Marketing for The JunkLuggers of Kentucky, dives deep into explaining networking groups, referral groups, and Masterminds. He also shares his journey of getting into business coaching and the importance of intentionality when it comes to growth. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Experiences add up over time to grow you knowledge
*You can learn from both, good and bad leaders
*You have to get out of the building and meet people to grow your network and opportunities
*Next year you could be facing something completely different
*Adapting to new environments regularly is a catalyst to growth
*We are not the only ones to ever place a problem, we can leverage the experiences of others to overcome challenges or even avoid some obstacles
*Align your personality and character strengths with the type of relationship building you do (i.e. networking group, referral group, mastermind, 1 on 1)
*Organic referrals are way better than forced referrals.
*A goal without a plan is a wish
*Everyone has something to contribute rather they think they do or not. You can draw it out with the right questions
*Listen with intention to learn instead of waiting for your opportunity to talk
*Variety in content consumption leads to more diverse perspective and understanding
*Turn your car into a university
*You don’t have to know everything, but know everything you can about what you are passionate about
*Active listening can lead to knowing the right questions to ask
*Get out of your own way
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:06 Meet Dylan
02:52 Where the Journey Began
08:30 Getting Started Coaching
12:36 Imposter Syndrome
15:32 The different between Masterminds, Referral groups, and Networking events
23:38 What is your end game
25:30 Biggest Mastermind Takeaway
28:28 What do you look for in a podcast
43:13 Lessons from Coaching
48:02 A piece of advice for the younger you
51:48 How to find Dylan
54:24 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://www.instagram.com/ghostmancoaching/
https://www.junkluggers.com/kentucky/
https://www.instagram.com/junkluggerskentucky/
Contact Dylanghostmancoaching@gmail.com
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If you are looking to grow with a company or create a company people want to grow with, it begins with values. This episode dives into leadership, characteristics of Presidents and Owners, and keeping family the top priority as you grow professionally. Shawn Cornish, President of Champion Waterproofing, joins this episode to share his experience starting at and growing with Champion Waterproofing to help shine light on what it takes to become a President. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Integrity and resilience are key characteristics for growth
*Honesty is necessary, regardless of how scary it is to tell the truth
*Trust works two ways. You have to earn it from others and give it
*Strategic thinking becomes more essential the higher you move up
*Leadership doesn’t only pertain to a professional setting
*Find ways to bond and build a family out of your team
*Don’t show stress or lack of confidence in difficult situations. Your energy and response impacts people around you and their response
*Show trust and confidence in your team to build autonomy
*Team sports teach resilience, woprk ethic, and communication
*Location is critical for real estate investing
*Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket for investing
*Working with a team allows you to share risk and reward
*Resilience is a primary skill that can lead to success in all aspects of life
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Meet Shawn
01:37 The Beginning of the Journey
02:44 Characteristics to become President
08:08 Characteristics to stay President
10:24 Leading a Team
14:06 Responding to Loss
17:36 The higher the position, the bigger the problems
21:41 Prioritizing Family and Business
24:13 Keep Composure
25:50 How do team sports translate
27:12 Lessons Learned from Real Estate Investing
31:15 The Key to success
34:55 Contact Shawn
35:40 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://www.championwp.com/https://www.facebook.com/thechampionslouisville
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It’s time to find your unique DESIGN. This episode dives into how to prevail with purpose in your life. Dr. Randy Whetstone, Jr. joins this episode to discuss lessons from his book Prevailing with Purpose and share insight into the book writing process. We cover so many life fulfillment topics from finding your WHY, to not becoming a product of your environment. Randy goes into great detail about his journey with writing the book and the importance of completing what you start. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*As you get older, your experiences start to hold a deeper meaning that shape where you go
*Your experiences also impact your heart, which can drive your passion to pursue work in a particular field
*Diversity in experience is one of many critical forms of diversity to building successful teams
*Using your mind is part of what your unique contribution is to the world
*A lot of people put a lot of time an work into working on something that isn’t their calling
*The earlier you discover your genius, the more time you have to develop your craft and grow into your purpose
*Once you understand that your life has meaning, you start to understand your why
*People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it
*There is always someone who has come before us that has already been there and done that; leverage their knowledge to grow yours
*Mentors can add to your tool kit, and help you understand how to use the tools you already have
*People will support your work or sabotage it
*Build social health, social wealth, and become a life long learner to enhance your tool kit
*We don’t arrive until we take our last breath
*How do I take what I learned from pursuing this goal and use it to elevate to the next level
*Learn to understand the importance of timing
*Your purpose transcends you and positively impacts others, whereas your hobbies are more focused on enjoyment for yourself
*What we consume has an influential effect on us, from the content we consume to the social interactions we take part in
*Think of the content you consume in the same way you think of your diet. Is the content you consume nourishing your mind to help it grow and perform at an optimal level, or is it taking in junk that is impacting it negatively
*People are always watching you. What are people learning or gaining from the movie of your life?
*The content you consume and your mindset shape the way you view conflict
*The goal of conflict should be to learn, gain knowledge, and get better
*Don’t waste a lot of time and energy on the problem; spend 20% on the problem and 80% on the solution
*When you have ideas flowing through your mind you have to get them on paper
*Complete what you start! Don’t go 99% of the way and fail because you don’t go the extra 1%
*Pain can push you into your purpose. Pain doesn’t last forever, but your purpose lives on
*With self-publishing you maintain control and Intellectual Property of your work
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Meet Randy
05:04 You Unique D.E.S.I.G.N.
11:49 Practice vs Genetics
16:15 The Importance of your WHY
20:42 Find the Right Tools
29:52 Difference Between Hobbies and Gifts
32:10 The Role of Influence in Your Life
38:36 Conflict Resolution
44:45 Grow or Become a Product of Your Environement
51:29 The Book Writing Process
62:30 Biggest Lesson from Writing a Book
64:08 Connect with Randy
65:16 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://www.prevailing-with-purpose.com
https://www.instagram.com/dr.whetstone?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw
https://www.facebook.com/randy.whetstone.3
Books
Prevailing with PurposeHow to Win Friends and Influence People
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Finding positivity and motivation, and maintaining them for extended periods takes a lot of intentionality and a strong WHY. This episode dives into some of things that hold you back from finding motivation, and practices you can implement in your life to find and maintain it. If you are in a down season, or looking for ways to intentionally practice methods to maintain motivation this is the episode for you. Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Don’t compare yourself to the highlight reel on social media
*Understand what season you are in
*Evaluate your relationship with alcohol and how it makes you feel
*Identify a goal and find a strong why to drive it
*What is the why, to your why (dive deeper)
*Create micro changes in your habits during periods of motivation to create consistency during periods of low motivation
*People who appear more positive and motivated are typically more intentional with consistent mindset practice
*Meditation is a way to build gratitude and learn to be present in the moment
*Gratitude journaling can be done at the end of the day to reflect and in the morning to start your day off in a good place
*Verbally expressing gratitude in the moment builds positive emotion and strengthens relationships
*Practice consistently to gain a long-term impact
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:28 The Question
1:49 The Highlight Reel
03:00 Motivation Monday
04:30 Your Relationship with Alcohol
06:20 Identify a goal
08:55 Micro Changes in Habits
10:22 Consistent Practice
15:06 You are Not Alone
15:54 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Book Recommendations
Atomic Habits
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Gratitude and mindset determine your outlook to everything in life. Denise Metzger joins this episode to share how she took one of life’s most difficult challenges and turned it into gratitude and opportunity. We go deep into mindset, gratitude, and overcoming challenges in her business, Surprise Invite! This is the perfect episode to help you make a mindset shift from “I have to” to “I get to.” Come join the conversation and let's grow. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Denise is a Celebration of Life Event Coordinator and Videographer. She brings a unique view point on life, and the joy and memories we leave behind. She is also an author and has over 15 years of experience as a motivational speaker with a focus on “We get to” instead of “we have to”.
Key Points
*Listen to your spiritual voice for surprise gifts
*Find one good thing, no matter how much it is surrounded by bad
*Be wacky enough to take the dare and find the truth
*Be impeccable with your word, take nothing personal, make no assumptions, and always do your best
*Be a reason for silliness and smiles
*4 Kinds of parties-The Surprise Party-Saying thank you to life for the unasked-for gifts; The Pity Party-being the victim of life’s circumstances; Masquerade Party-Pretending to be someone you’re not; The Slumber Party-just going through the motions and being asleep to the good things in your life.
*You are invited to parties all day long, and you get to choose which one you go to.
*The present can be wrapped in pain and disappointment. You can still unwrap it and find a gift you are grateful for.
*Party Hop is another term for death. Your spirit is going from the surprise party of life to the next venue.
*Death wouldn’t be so sad if the person’s life wasn’t such a gift. Focus on the gift.
*Gratitude is a constant practice
*Turn your “have to” into “get to”
*Trust that you are where you’re meant to be
*Learn how to say thank you for the gift
*Celebrate the gift of every day
*Love and gratitude prevail
*How does what you are doing help or contribute to someone else?
*Let go of people pleasing
*Life doesn’t end with the last breath
*Frame it in a way that you can laugh at it
*Your responsibility is to offer the gift, not make sure they use it
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:57 Meet Denise
05:57 Understand your personality
09:54 Celebrating Life
11:13 Wacky Wednesday
13:59 4 Kinds of Parties
18:32 Practicing Gratitude
22:45 Turn “have to” into “get to”
35:04 Finding the opportunity and facing challenges
42:30 Saying thank you for the gift
48:58 Maintaining motivation long term
56:15 Responding to a party hop
60:59 Not everyone will respond to the call
63:53 You get to
66:38 Connect with Denise
68:32 Closing
Links
(@surpriseinvite)https://www.instagram.com/surpriseinvite?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw
https://surpriseinvite.com/
https://goalswithwill.com
Books
Sacred Contracts
The Four Agreements
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Reflection and visualization are two key components to ending one year and beginning a new one. Will shares tips on reflection and visualization along with his favorite new year’s tradition. Then he shares his favorite clips from each episode over the course of 2023 to refresh your mind with some helpful tips going into 2024! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Happy New Year! Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Get ready for the Goal Get It Resource Seminar on January 6th from 4-7pm in Louisville, KY. I’ll be joined by Amber Jones (Owner and founder of Prepping with Peppers), Ben McKain (Financial Planner), Amy Wilson (Fitness and Nutrition Coach), Alaina Newman (Therapist), and Dustin Mistelske (Mortgage Lender) to have live conversations about personal goals from every aspect. You will have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions and connect one on one with the resources you need to reach your goals. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the motivation, knowledge, and resources you need to accomplish your New Year Resolutions! A limited number of tickets are available through Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goal-get-it-resource-seminar-tickets-738104549577?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Key Points
*Express gratitude and celebrate progress toward goals even if you fell short
*Using some form of visualization will help you with staying on track daily
*Visualization is customizable based on what you need to see to maintain motivation and be reminded of your goal
*Building a personal or family motto is an excellent starting point to align your goals with your values
*It’s important to discuss goals as a family to build a motto, and to plan and coordinate together
*Your motto is a living resource that you can adapt and adjust any time as needed
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:48 Reflection and Setting Goals
04:12 Vision Board
06:00 The Motto
08:14 Clip Recap
25:28 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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Investments, insurance, and even debt are financial tools that can help in wealth building when used effectively. Ben McKain, Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual, brings over 4 years of experience to the conversation. This episode dives deep into debt management, saving, asset allocation, and much more! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Get ready for the first ever Goal Get It Resource Event on January 6th from 4-7pm in Louisville, KY. I’ll be joined by Amber Jones (Owner and founder of Prepping with Peppers), Ben McKain (Financial Planner), Amy Wilson (Fitness and Nutrition Coach), Alaina Newman (Therapist), and Dustin Mistelske (Mortgage Lender) to have live conversations about personal goals from every aspect. You will have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions and connect one on one with the resources you need to reach your goals. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the motivation, knowledge, and resources you need to accomplish your New Year Resolutions! A limited number of tickets are available through Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goal-get-it-resource-seminar-tickets-738104549577?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Key Points
*Having a financial plan is going to determine how you do and manage everything revolving around money
*Asset allocation is like baking a cake. If you have too many eggs or not enough sugar it will affect your desired outcome
*Financial planners help with accountability
*There are conflicting ideologies about debt. Learn about them and make decisions based on your level of risk tolerance
*Debt is a tool that can only be effective if used properly
*The difference between "good debt" and "bad debt"
*You have to spend less than you make to have money to save
*Treat saving money like paying a bill
*The discomfort of budgeting outweighs the anxiety and stress you will have in the future if you fail to effectively manage your money
*Habits are more effective when you sustain them for longer periods
*It’s natural to allow emotion to impact how you manage money
*The biggest money problem is saving enough
*If you don’t have some of your savings working for you, you lose purchasing power
*Have access to money in different places in order to open more options for your financial future
*Start teaching kids about money as early as possible
*Talk about money and budget around your kids
*The sooner you find a financial advisor, the sooner you can benefit from it
*Life events are a good catalyst for creating a financial plan
*Stretching your money to last beyond retirement is just as important as the planning you do to get there
*When you reach the finish line of a goal it’s time to head toward a new finish line
*Get a financial advisor who can also help with planning
*Your plan should align with what is truly important to you
*Your priorities will get your money; get clear on your priorities
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:24 Goal Get It Seminar
01:51 Meet Ben
07:31 Understanding Asset Allocation
13:34 Risk Aversion
15:20 Thinking of Debt as a Tool
21:53 Tips for Saving Toward Big Goals
28:37 Common Habits for Effective Money Managers
34:32 Common Money Problems
37:09 What is Savings
38:48 Thrift Savings Plan in Retirement
45:15 What is a Good Age to Start Teaching Kids About Money
50:23 When is the Best Time to Get a Financial Advisor
53:48 Post Retirement Planning
57:29 Keys to Financial Success
60:45 Connect with Ben
61:37 Goal Get It Resource Seminar
62:16 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminmckain/
https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/ben-mckain/
Ben’s office number:502-562-2423
Books
Atomic Habits
Total Money Makeover
Rich Dad Poor Dad
Money: Master the Game
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Mental health and mindset are crucial to living a fulfilled life and achieving your goals. Alaina Newman, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing Therapist, brings over 9 years of experience to the conversation. This episode dives deep into the importance of mental health, healing from trauma, and life prioritization! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Get ready for the first ever Goal Get It Resource Event on January 6th from 4-7pm in Louisville, KY. I’ll be joined by Amber Jones (Owner and founder of Prepping with Peppers), Ben McKain (Financial Planner), Amy Wilson (Fitness and Nutrition Coach), Alaina Newman (Therapist), and Dustin Mistelske (Mortgage Lender) to have live conversations about personal goals from every aspect. You will have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions and connect one on one with the resources you need to reach your goals. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the motivation, knowledge, and resources you need to accomplish your New Year Resolutions! A limited number of tickets are available through Eventbrite. https://fb.me/e/4Af2WGKY0
Key Points
*Healing doesn’t just come from a hospital room or an OR
*Incremental changes have compounding affects
*There are ways to express and heal from trauma if you are unable to verbally communicate them
*Is the danger you are responding to real?
*Start with finding gratitude first
*Slowing down is an option. Listen to yourself, and ask what’s best for you
*Build intentional check ins with your spouse to review progress and keep open lines of communication
*Recognize when you need rest; it’s ok to not be busy
*Become ok with the discomfort of consequences when needed
*Don’t equate rest with laziness. Schedule your rest intentionally
*Find excitement and motivation in the actions that help you progress
*”You can see the vision, but you look at the vision to remember the goal. Then you need to come back to the present to take the step.”
*Know your worth and stick to it. Don’t sell yourself short
*When you don’t know the answers, seek out mentors
*Slow and steady will help you see things as they unfold. Don’t try to grow faster than you are ready for
*Build confidence by conquering 1 step at a time
*There is nothing wrong with switching therapists to find the right one for you
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:57 Meet Alaina
05:02 EMDR
07:24 Defining Trauma
10:35 Somatic Experiencing
14:13 What kind of therapy is right for me
16:35 Results from therapy
19:59 Openly talking about trauma
27:11 Work life prioritization
35:53 Planning action toward starting a business
39:20 The universe conspires to help you
40:54 Overcoming challenges
45:46 Maintaining motivation
49:43 Keys to success
51:20 Rest!
51:57 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Psychology today profile:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/alaina-newman-louisville-ky/1161261
Email: beginanewlou@gmail.com
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There isn’t enough time in the school day to teach children everything they need to know. Kara Ammerman, middle school principal, has been awarded for her excellence in leadership and joins this episode to talk about school curriculum, ways parents can help with education at home, and leadership. This is a great episode for parents and leaders to learn more about setting education goals, approaching difficult situations, and teachingkindness and accepting differences! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Get ready for the first ever Goal Get It Resource Event on January 6th from 4-7pm in Louisville, KY. I’ll be joined by Amber Jones (Owner and founder of Prepping with Peppers), Ben McKain (Financial Planner), Amy Wilson (Fitness and Nutrition Coach), Alaina Newman (Therapist), and Dustin Mistelske (Mortgage Lender) to have live conversations about personal goals from every aspect. You will have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions and connect one on one with the resources you need to reach your goals. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the motivation, knowledge, and resources you need to accomplish your New Year Resolutions! A limited number of tickets are available through Eventbrite. https://fb.me/e/4Af2WGKY0
Key Points
*Find mentors and listen
*Get the right people around you to help you see the things you can’t
*The path doesn’t have to lead where you initially expected to be successful
*Standardized tests are not indicators of success
*Apply what you learn
*Learn to listen and speak intelligently so you can effectively communicate differences and beliefs
*Diversity helps create environments of growth and success
*Explore opportunities to learn about different career possibilities as early as possible to learn and gain experience
*Gain on the job experience in your desired career field early
*Consistency leads to compound results
*Shift mindset to viewing at home education as quality time together instead of a chore
*Find ways to have fun while learning
*Keep lines of communication open with teachers
*Learn to allow your kids to struggle so they can learn to respond to adversity and cope
*Don’t judge performance solely on grades, and ask questions for understanding
*Phone use can impact verbal communication skills
*Learn how to react when things don’t go well
*What is the purpose behind screen time
*It’s not our job to determine what beliefs are right or wrong, but rather to teach how to effectively communicate different beliefs
*Leave no space for being unkind
*If you focus on learning the grades will follow
*Arm with confidence to advocate for themselves
*Learn to work with people you don’t get along with or particularly like
*Just because you have made some bad actions does not mean you are bad, and you don’t have to change who you are
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:03 Getting Started in Education
06:20 Topics we wish were taught in school
11:15 Different economic backgrounds
16:26 How much time on education at home
22:55 Methods and approaches for developing kids at home
28:57 Managing screen time
35:55 What presidential candidate do you support and why
45:57 Keys to success for learning and growing at home
52:55 Thank a teacher
57:36 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.comhttps://twitter.com/KaraJo_Ammerman
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Review and refine your plan! Part of that requiresyou to evaluate your progress, adjust current goals, or even make new goals along the journey. Aaliyah Bland, awarded Elite Dancer, joins this episode to check in on her progress and set new goals. This is a great episode for parents and kids to watch together to set goals, check in on progress, and communicate! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Get ready for the first ever Goal Get It Resource Event on January 6th from 4-7pm in Louisville, KY. I’ll be joined by Amber Jones (Owner and founder of Prepping with Peppers), Ben McKain (Financial Planner), Amy Wilson (Fitness and Nutrition Coach), Alaina Newman (Therapist), and Dustin Mistelske (Mortgage Lender) to have live conversations about personal goals from every aspect. You will have the opportunity to ask each speaker questions and connect one on one with the resources you need to reach your goals. Light refreshments will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the motivation, knowledge, and resources you need to accomplish your New Year Resolutions!
Key Points
*Review and refine regularly
*No matter how good you get, you can always improve
*Practice every day
*Set new goals and adjust current goals as needed
*Plan for actions you can take to reach your goal
*Learn at school and practice at home
*Work on our emotions to improve relationships
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:57 Check in on Progress
02:11 Demonstration
03:30 The Importance of Practice
04:20 Setting New Goals
06:42 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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Don’t sleep on the importance of rest! We live in asociety that is all about the grind, and often forget to talk about the importance of rest. Studies show there is a negative correlation between performance and lack of rest. This episode dives into the importance of being intentional with your rest cycles, and listening to your body to prevent burnout. Will shares relatable experiences of learning first-hand how rest, or lack thereof, impacts performance. If you have ever burnt out or are in a season of constant grinding, this is the episode for you! Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Don’t forget to grab the free 5 Step Process to Goal Tending download at https://goalswithwill.com
Key Points
*Work Smarter not Harder
*Work Harder at working smarter
*Find ways to gamify your goals and improve processes
*Earn your rest
*Listen to your body to find what rest cycle works best for you
*Build habits to create consistency in your sleep schedule
*Start your day off with a win
*Set a hard time to go to bed each night
*Remove your guilt related to resting on vacation
*Enjoying vacation is a reward for the hard work you’ve done, and a reminder of your WHY
*Your body needs rest for muscle recovery, and your mind needs rest to function optimally
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:10 The Importance of Rest
01:40 Hard Work or Long Work?
03:45 Correlation Between Rest and Performance
06:40 Do You Have Consistency in Your Sleep Schedule?
08:17 Enjoying Vacation
12:14 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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If you can master this one thing, you can accomplish anything you set out to achieve! All you have to do is make it NONNEGOTIABLE. This episode dives into how making your goals and daily tasks nonnegotiable can guarantee success in your life. Will shares his story about completing the 75 HARD program, and the lessons he learned from that. If you are ready to stop making excuses and make the things you want to accomplish nonnegotiable then this is the episode for you! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Remove excuses from your life
*Failure is not an option
*No days off
*Communicate openly with accountability partners
*Approach each day with intentionality
*Master the mundane
*Set and communicate boundaries
*Work with the people around you
*Be aware of the people around you
*Create distance from people who don’t support your mission
*Stick to the plan
*Set the example for your kids
*Don’t stop at the end, continue new habits
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:32 The Key to Success
01:31 The Challenge
02:36 Daily Tasks
03:46 Commitment
05:08 Building New Habits
05:44 Set Expectations
07:58 Confirm Boundaries
12:47 Stop Letting Excuses Get in the Way
16:00 Make it Nonnegotiable
17:19 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Book Recommendations
75 HARD by Andy Frisella
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It’s time to start showing up regardless of the obstacles that get in your way! This episode dives into taking action and adapting when life presents unexpected challenges. Will shares stories about his life to illustrate ways to recognize your mindset in the face of challenges and learn to show up any way. This is the episode for you if you need that reminder to show up regardless of the ambiguity around you! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*SHOW UP, regardless of the challenges you face
*Become aware of instant gratification
*The path of least resistance isn’t always the best path
*Recognize and adjust habits that don’t serve your goals
*Remember your WHY when facing challenges
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 The Challenge
03:30 Show Up
04:40 Adapting the Game Plan
05:58 The Path of Least Resistance
08:27 Counterproductive Habits
09:55 Remember Your WHY
11:27 Closing
11:41 Visual Reminders
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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The decisions you make in your nutrition and fitness today are investments in how you want to feel and look in the long term! This episode dives into nutrition and fitness advice from a certified fitness and nutrition coach. Amy Wilson shares her lessons learned from over 30 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, and introduces the concepts of FASTer Way to Fat Loss. If you have struggled to lose weight, understand and manage macros, build lean muscle, or find the right balance from a fitness and nutrition plan then this is the episode for you! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Taking control of your health without medication
*Stop burning muscle and start burning fat
*Your metabolism doesn’t slow down until around 65-70
*Pharmacy, nutrition, and fitness is the Health Trinity
*The scale measures gravity, not body composition
*Progress over perfection
*Micro changes add up for long term gains
*Understand the difference between male and female anatomy and composition
*Muscle boosts your metabolism
*What you use to fuel your body matters
*Would you feed that to your children?
*Metabolic Flexible is that you can burn sugar or fat when needed
*It is possible to reduce diabetes and some diseases with proper nutrition and exercise
*Fill your own cup
*Find a why bigger than your excuses
*You can lose muscle from too much cardio and under eating
*Those “Healthy” foods aren’t healthy
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:52 Social Pressure on Dieting
07:40 The FASTer Way to Fat Loss
10:55 The New Year Motivation
12:07 Individualized approach
15:15 Understanding Macros
21:21 Carb Cycling
27:36 Pairing certain workouts with your diet
30:14 Reversing Diabetes and health diseases
35:30 Overcoming the obstacle of time
40:26 Midlife and menopausal weight gain
44:30 Signs of Metabolic Syndrome
49:10 Health advice for your younger self
50:54 Where to find Amy
52:00 Closing
Links
Sign up for Faster Way to Fat Loss:https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=Goaltending
Connect with Amy: https://amykwilson.com
(Free Download) https://amykwilson.com/podcast
Follow Amy on IG: @thenutritioncoachpharmacist
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The key is not to remove anger entirely, but to recognize anger and respond to it in a healthy way! This episode dives into advice to maintain a positive mindset more consistently. Will shares stories about his life and work to illustrate ways to increase positivity in your life. If you are struggling with positivity, overcoming anger, or self-talk then this is the episode for you! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*The Key to positivity
*Recognizing anger
*Responding to anger
*Water the seeds of positive emotions
*Does the mindset you developed in childhood still serve you
*What words do you tell yourself
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 How are you so positive
01:38 Handling anger
03:02 What seeds are you watering
04:43 Childhood vs Adulthood mindset
06:14 Origin of mindset example
08:55 Self talk
13:35 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Book recommendations
Anger by Thich Nhat Hanh
Success Mindsets by Ryan Gottfredson
The Elevated Leader by Ryan Gottfredson
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It’s not about not having fear; it’s about feeling the fear and acting any way! This episode dives into understanding the difference between fear and excuses. We also discuss time management and finding a WHY bigger than your excuses. Will shares stories about overcoming fear and learning to prioritize. Find something that you can take away and apply to your journey! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Feel the fear and act any way
*What is the minimum you need to know?
*Experience is one of the greatest teachers
*How do I get what I need to start?
*Just because you are worried about it doesn’t mean it’s a fear
*Create time by eliminating nonproductive activities
*You have time for what you make time for
*You have the same 24 hours as everyone else
*Learn to prioritize yourself
*Find a WHY bigger than your excuses
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:57 Feeling Fear
02:28 I need to know more first
03:52 I don’t have the resources to start
05:00 Fear vs Excuses
06:00 The Same 24 Hours in a Day
08:28 Fill Your Own Cup
09:42 Create Time
11:42 Learning to Prioritize in College
12:48 Finding a Strong WHY
14:51 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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You are capable of so much more than you think you are! This episode dives into exploring what you are capable of, and overcoming self-doubt. We also discuss getting out of the comfort zone and embracing discomfort to accomplish more than you realize you are capable of. Will shares his story of overcoming self-doubt and stepping outside of his comfort zone. It’s time to stop selling yourself short, and go get what’s yours! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Stop selling yourself short
*You are capable of more than you think
*Stop living in your comfort zone
*Stop telling yourself you can’t just because you haven’t yet
*Delay gratification to get what you want to accomplish
*You often don’t realize your capabilities until you have to
*Your level of discomfort correlates to the level of success you accomplish
*Don’t accept others limitations on your capabilities
*Learn from failure and obstacles
*What are you sacrificing for comfort?
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Capable of more
02:45 So you think you can dance
06:20 When did you tell yourself you weren’t capable
07:42 Danger of the Comfort Zone
08:32 Level of discomfort
10:08 Delayed gratification
12:05 What are you avoiding to stay comfortable
13:12 Pre-deployment training
16:50 What are you willing to sacrifice
17:29 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
Book Recommendation
Never Finished by David Goggins
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Episode 12 is a BIG accomplishment. This episode marks a milestone for the podcast for reaching its first goal for 2023 in content production. This is a Q&A episode that dives deep into the topic of how to deal with toxic relationships; this was prompted by multiple comments and personal messages from others dealing with similar situations. Will shares his story and his experience with dealing with toxic relationships using his own personal example, and breaks down the steps to deal with it. We cover boundaries, amending relationships, communication, respecting yourself, and so much more in this one. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Aim for big goals and learn from failures
*Adjust as needed for learning curves
*Learning through experience
*Always review and refine the process
*Toxic Parenting Relationships
*When should you cut a toxic family member out of your life
*Don’t get use to dysfunctional
*Learn from others
*Consider impact on other relationships
*Set clear and firm boundaries
*Search for positive influence
*If they don’t respect your boundary, they don’t respect you
*Put your mental health and emotional well-being first
*Communicate clearly with anyone impacted
*Focus on what you can control, not how you think others will respond
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Podcast Milestone
01:36 Learning Points
04:46 Toxic Parenting Relationships
06:50 Use to Dysfunction
07:40 Not an Overnight Decision
08:19 Amend the Relationship if You Can
09:15 Crossing the Line
11:00 Impact on Other Relationships
12:55 Setting Clear and Firm Boundaries
14:47 Considering Family Relationships
15:46 Example Relationships
18:12 What if I Lose Other Relationships
21:20 Closure
23:30 Learn Something from It
24:54 Relationship Goals
26:10 Word of the Week
27:55 Closing
Links
https://goalswithwill.com
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We go deep in this one, exploring the concept of being the person you needed when you were younger. In this episode Amber (Peppers) Jones joins us to talk about the obstacles she overcame while starting her meal prep company, Prepping with Peppers, and how she defies the norm to provide a better future for her kids. She talks through the process of starting out making healthy meals for friends in her home kitchen and turning that into meal pickups at multiple gyms, website updates, an expanded menu, a new store front location, and so much more to come. We get DEEP in this one, discussing childhood trauma, helping yourself, victim mentality, and family. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*It’s caught not taught
*Overcoming victim mentality
*You don’t have to be a product of your environment
*Finding gratitude in the times of struggle
*Have the right people around you to help guide you
*Creating a different life for your kids
*Be who you needed when you were younger
*You don’t get to be tired when you’re broke
*Where do I fit
*The end goal is me (you)
*Share knowledge and guidance with the next generation
*If people wanted you to talk nicer about them, they should have been nicer
*Trauma’s look different
*You have to find it for yourself
*Decide to take ownership, or choose a victim mentality
*You know what not to do, go do different and be different
*You have to get through the forest to see the trees
*Learning what not to do
*Dealing with consistent inconsistence
*Your goal is your why
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Amber Bio
03:05 Where it all started
07:15 No Excuses
09:10 Straight to action
10:45 Priorities
14:10 Balance
18:45 Hitting rock bottom
21:17 Be who you needed when you were younger
25:40 Societal pressures in divorce
28:30 You don’t have to be a product of your environment
30:40 Advice for the younger you
36:30 Siblings taking different paths
40:48 Victim mentality
45:39 Childhood issues
49:20 Relationship with consistency
60:27 Recap
62:24 Closing
Links
https://preppingwithpeppers.com
https://goalswithwill.com
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We all want to be a part of the good in some capacity. In this episode Juan Casa Del Valle joins us to talk about the Non-Profit organization, Collide Coffee Company, and the obstacles they have faced in growing and giving back to communities. Over the last several years he has taken what was just an idea and grown it into a coffee truck and website that gives back 10% of every purchase to local-led healthcare programs in underdeveloped communities in the Dominican Republic. We dive even further into the balancing act of starting and operating a business while being present for your family. The common theme is communication, communication, COMMUNICATION! Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Find a need and act
*What is your why
*Brainstorming to be a part of the good
*Place your focus on helping others
*Get the right people on the bus and the wrong people off
*You don’t need a lot to get started
*Passion and sweat equity is your biggest resource starting out
*There are people out there who can and will help, but you have to ask
*You don’t need a loan to start a business
*We live in a world that makes it easy to find a way to get what you need
*Not every task is enjoyable, but you can balance it with what you do enjoy
*Employees don’t mind being in the trenches if we are all in the trenches
*Don’t expect your team to do things you wont
*Are they your competitor or your ally?
*Rising tides raise all ships
*Find a mentor to learn from
*What works for one person may not work for you
*Use a scorecard to track actions toward your goal
*Set a timeline for your goal and backwards plan
*Communication is key to balance between pursing goals and successful relationships
*You can’t reach your goal if you stop wanting it at 5pm
*Without understanding communication cannot take place
*If you’ll go to work for someone else, why won’t you work for yourself?
*Take the time to invest in yourself
*You don’t have to know the path you want to take to start developing yourself
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:33 Juan Bio
03:35 Find a need and act
14:10 Making an impact
19:15 Starting with limited resources
26:15 Overcoming Obstacles
28:43 Founders Syndrome
30:44 Competition or Ally?
32:33 Find a mentor
34:04 Review and Refine the Goal
35:24 Score card
42:55 Break down your goal
43:50 Don’t use family as an excuse
50:52 Don’t set limits for yourself
55:05 New website for Collide Coffee
57:00 Invest in yourself
60:42 Life beyond school
63:00 Closing
Links
https://collidecoffee.co
https://goalswithwill.com
Book Recommendations
Good to Great
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What is your vertical altitude? In this episode Ryan Gottfredson joins us to dive into vertical development and success mindsets. He is He an associate professor at California State University, Fullerton, where he is part of the second largest business school in the US. On top of that he is a leadership consultant who has worked with CVS Health, Ford, and Circle K just to name a few organizations. He has researched leadership for over 10 years, published over twenty peer reviewed articles across some of the top academic journals in management, and published 2 books: Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling book “Success Mindsets” and most recently The Elevated Leader. On top of his professional success, he is a husband, father, son, and friend. Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Key PointsWhile we can develop as adults, most do notMind 1.0- Be safe, comfortable, and belong (64% of adults)Mind 2.0- Stand out, advance, and get ahead (35% of adults)Mind 3.0- Contribution, adding value, and lifting others (1%)What percentage of time do you spend in each mind levelDevelop daily habits and practices to maintain your frame of mind71% of organizations don’t trust their leaders to lead them successfully into the future75% of organizations state that they are not effective at developing their leaders65% of employees would rather have a new boss than more pay70% of leaders struggled with some form of mental healthPre-pandemic 1% of leaders admitted to thinking about self-harm; post pandemic 7% of leaders admitted to thinking about self-harmThere are easier nuts to crack than othersDon’t just DO better, BE betterPerformance Avoid- I just don’t want to failPerformance Approach- I want to get the best grade in the classLearning Goal Orientation- Focused on learning and mastering the materialDegrees and Certificates don’t mean you are vertically developedMindsets-Growth/Fixed, Open/Closed, Promotion/Prevention, and Outward/InwardOnly 2.5% of people are in the top quartile for all 4 sets of mindsetsYou don’t have to wait for obstacles to vertically developWho have I been as a parent that is leading to them misbehaving?You have to heal from your past trauma to vertically develop Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:08 Ryan Bio02:45 Horizontal vs. Vertical Development05:46 History of Vertical Development08:17 Three Mind Levels15:15 Finding Your Center of Gravity18:53 3 Leadership Problems22:39 Facing Fears and Insecurities26:15 How to Approach Someone with a Closed Mindset31:17 Doing vs Being34:50 3 Learning Orientations40:19 4 Success Mindsets45:57 Is YOUR Thinking the Best Way to Think?50:30 Learning from Obstacles55:18 Mindsets are your Neural Connections56:07 Who am I Being That Causes Their Light Not to Shine62:00 Vertical Development is About Healing Your Mind, Body, and Heart64:50 Find Ryan65:13 Closing Remarks Linkshttps://ryangottfredson.com https://goalswithwill.com Book RecommendationsThe 5 AM ClubThe Morning MiracleThe Conscious ParentSuccess MindsetsThe Elevated Leader
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Complacency is worse than change! In this episode Alex Zackucia joins us to dive into our experiences together in our entrepreneurial MBA program, and the application of those lessons beyond graduation. He is the Director of Sales for Pistil Data, a cannabis data analytics company that collects and analyzes ecommerce data from ~90% of retailers in North America. Alex brings a diverse background in medical care, tech entrepreneurship, and SaaS sales to Pistil Data where he leads teams in revenue generation. On top of his career success and foundational knowledge developed in the MBA program at the University of Louisville, he is a devoted friend, son, and avid ice hockey player. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Put the right people in the same room to learn from each other
*Does your degree add value?
*Do your people share the same vision and passion for the end goal?
*Hire slow, fire fast
*Keep your A’s, coach your B’s, and fire your C’s
*Get the right people on the bus
*Any path worth taking is going to have obstacles
*Approach failure as an opportunity to learn
*”Success is moving from failure to failure with no less enthusiasm” -Winston Churchill
*Complacency is worse than change
*Real life examples of overcoming adversity and pivoting
*Surround yourself with people that care and will tell you the hard truth
*You are capable of more than you think
*Balance means different things for different people
*There isn’t always someone there to teach you; find your own way
*There is a reason professional athletes still practice; we can always get better
*Don’t share big dreams with small minded people
*Manifest your dreams
*Luck comes from preparation and timing
*Set micro goals to maintain motivation
*If everything’s a priority, nothing’s a priority
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:14 Alex Bio
03:39 MBA Program Experience
05:25 Team Dynamics
08:50 Overcoming obstacles
12:40 Pivotal Moments/Facing Failure
16:59 Work Life Balance
19:40 Lack of Training as an Obstacle
22:29 Stigma around sharing your goals
26:35 Keys to Success
29:23 Time management
35:36 Find Alex
36:55 Closing Remarks
Links
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You can hope for a great day, or you can MAKE IT A GREAT DAY! In this episode Amy Blackburn joins us to dive into indecision land, thought work, and humanizing your business. She is a Certified Life Coach and Sales Specialist with a focus on inspiring people to action through her business, Blackburn Boutique. She founded her business in 2020 and brings over 15 years of audio-visual sales management experience to the conversation. On top of her success as an entrepreneur, she is a proud military spouse, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Come join the conversation and let's grow together. Key PointsThe stories you tell yourself impact how you feel about yourselfWhat story can you tell yourself to be more productiveChange your mindset to how you receive feedbackYour losing momentum by dwelling on a story that doesn’t serve youStop over planning and actLimit yourself to what you want to focus onThe less your failing, the slower you’re goingExperience is the best teacherTime management requires prioritizationIt’s not that you shouldn’t do it, it’s that you shouldn’t do it WHEN you’re doing itThe dog that caught the carWhen in charge, be in chargeHumanize your businessDon’t let reviews be a surpriseShare the embers in the forest with me, not when the forest is burning downYou control your thoughtsInstead of saying “I can’t”, ask yourself, “How can I?”The rewards are exciting, but the work is not always funEmbrace the suckWhy are you here, really?What were you thinking that got you excited and motivated? Go back to it!Tell yourself “I get to” instead of “I have to”External doesn’t control meAdjust your filter for what you allow inSocial media can be manipulative in how we let it make us feelStop comparing yourself to everyone elseHow would you advise your child?There is no one size fits all for balance. Find what works best for youFreedom of choice Chapters:00:00 Introduction01:05 Amy Bio06:50 Getting your why wrong is producing negative thoughts09:30 How do you receive feedback?13:00 Indecision Land20:34 How to overcome what’s holding you back27:00 Humanize your business34:30 Feedback35:50 Become the conductor of your minds’ thought process38:10 Adjusting your vocabulary40:02 How to maintain motivation47:12 Mindset for Mondays50:52 The impact of external influence57:35 Balance62:17 When and how to get a business/life coach65:48 Freedom of choice66:50 Find Amy67:20 Closing Links*https://www.blackburnboutiquecoaching.com https://goalswithwill.com instagram@theamyblackburnamy@blackburnboutiquecoaching.com
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Mindset determines rather you win or lose! In this episode my long time friend Katie Hockenberry, joins us to dive into mindset, relationships, and balance. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist having worked in a variety of settings & populations over the past several years, and is now a Director of a therapeutic crisis stabilization program. She brings a humanistic and Rogerian Therapy approach to her clients. On top of that she’s a compassionate and devoted daughter, sister, and friend. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Rogerian Therapy
*Controlling your thoughts
*Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
*Dealing with negative self-talk
*Thinking traps
*Notice your focus
*Solution Focused Therapy
*Using gratitude to manifest
*Using gratitude when you feel stuck
*The dark side of gratitude
*Don’t SHOULD on yourself
*Toxic positivity
*Feel the emotions you feel
*Diversity in relationships
*You don’t have to think the same way to be friends
*Intentionality with connecting with friends and making time
*Healthy, Rigid, and Fluid Boundaries
*How do I have healthy boundaries when those around me are struggling?
*Understanding and compassionate approach to boundaries
*Water the seeds of positive emotions
*Anger is a secondary emotion
*”The Wolf that You Feed”
*Stress is influencing your responses
*Ask questions to get to the route cause
*Set a daily intention
*Self-Compassion
*The Positive Aspect Ratio
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:08 Katie Bio
04:21 Rogerian Therapy Approach
06:15 Activating Events>Thoughts>Consequences
08:24 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
10:25 Mindsets Impact on Confidence
11:49 Gratitude
19:25 Feel the Emotions YOU Feel
21:19 Healthy Relationships
24:25 The Struggle with Balance
27:00 Relational Boundaries
33:55 Boundaries at Work
36:00 Dealing with Anger
41:05 Garden of Emotions
44:20 Socratic Method
45:40 Katie’s Keys to Success
50:50 Stay Curious
54:19 Closing
Links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x95_BTeanI8
https://goalswithwill.com
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Owning and Operating a business is a roller coaster! You have to ride the high’s and survive the lows.
Longtime friend Joey Hopper joins us to talk about Goal Tending from the perspective of a serial entrepreneur. We dive deep into the obstacles of running a business, relationships, and lessons learned from failed attempts.
Key Points
*The power of communication
*Ride the highs and survive the lows
*Find what works for you
*Family first approach
*Flexibility and adaptability
*See beyond what’s on the surface
*Life is about the journey
*Win or learn
*Control the controllable
*Constantly review and refine
*Reallocating resources
*Persistence through adversity
*Finding your why and motivation
*Passing on a legacy
*Take care of your employees so they take care of your customers
*Set time aside to work on your company instead of in it
*Be fluid to changes
*Set aggressive goals
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:27 Joey Bio
2:50 Current obstacles in business
5:47 Flexibility in managing cash flow
7:20 The struggle with managing time
9:00 Work life balance
12:54 Facing unexpected obstacles
13:50 Planning for vacations
18:25 Learning from failure
25:35 Joey’s first company and beyond
33:30 Finding your why
36:25 Implementing the process for your plan
38:25 Taking daily action
39:56 Two keys to success
41:40 Closing comments
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Starting and growing a business can be difficult and even a little scary. You have to feel the fear, and do it anyway!
Suzanne Bergmeister joins us to talk about Goal Tending from the perspective of an entrepreneur and entrepreneurship educator, as well as 30 year Air Force veteran. We dive into business planning, relationships, keys to success, and even common pitfalls. Suzanne closes out by sharing insightful quotes as keys to success that you can apply to your journey. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Irrational enthusiasm
*Break your goal down incrementally
*Eliminate “some day”
*It’s not the plan, it’s the process
*Is there enough left over to make a profit
*Your plan has to change with your environment
*Flexibility is crucial
*Investors invest in management teams
*Don’t ask, “What can you do for me”
*Coachability is key to team success
*Find someone doing what you want to do
*Make habits easy and attractive
*Talk to customers to de-risk
*Failure is a lesson learned
*What are the new problems and how can I solve them
*Get out of the building
*”If it ain’t fun, I ain’t doing it!”
*Set realistic goals
*Pilot your own ship
*Regret for the things we have not done is inconsolable
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:05 Suzanne Bio
2:30 Military mission translated to entrepreneurship
4:00 Passion behind entrepreneurship
5:50 Accidental entrepreneurship
6:50 Embrace ambiguity
8:50 Finding your idea and WHY
11:40 Social Innovation
13:25 Eliminate “some day” from your vocabulary
15:12 Importance of the process
17:30 The reason most businesses fail
19:14 Review and refine
20:15 Importance of relationships
26:00 Team dynamics
29:50 Different methods of professional development
33:30 How much time should you spend on risks and mitigation
35:05 Quitting to soon
37:10 Overcoming unexpected obstacles
42:10 Get out of the building!
46:00 Balance
51:20 How often should I check on progress
53:40 Key’s to success
56:50 Closing remarks
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What started as a sound check turned into an unplanned, authentic conversation with Aaliyah Bland (5 yrs old) about goals. Grab your kids and tune into this 4 minute conversation from a kids perspective that covers:
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Setting goals
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What skills you need to help
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Practice
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Facing the hard stuff
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Overcome fear
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Daily action
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Do it together!
Join the conversation and let us know what topics you'd like to hear about to share with your kids.
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Setting goals and planning for them can be overwhelming, especially for long term goals. It doesn't have to be difficult!
JaFayre Covington joins us to talk about Goal Tending from the perspective of a Senior Project Manager in this episode. We dive into setting a goal from start to finish in relation to big projects, and then talk about the balance between work and personal relationships. JaFayre closes out by sharing his insight regarding personal goals and keys to success that you can apply to your journey. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Communication is KEY!
*SMART Acronym
*Incremental Planning
*Intentionality
*Follow your plans and processes
*Honest Communication
*Face fear!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:10 JaFayre Bio
4:26 How to approach a new project/goal
8:10 Taking an Inventory of what you have/need
13:00 SMART Acronym
14:58 1/3rd 2/3rds planning
20:00 Incremental planning
23:07 Overcoming unexpected obstacles
27:43 Self Awareness
28:50 Use your resources
30:10 Asking for help
33:30 Balancing family relationships with work
41:20 If everything is a priority, nothing's a priority
45:44 Accountability for personal goals
50:00 What is your WHY
52:43 JaFayre's Keys to Success
54:59 Face fear head on!
57:25 Closing
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Will Bland lays the foundation for the 5 Step Process to Goal Tending in this episode. This is a kick off to a new year, and a call to action to implement the 5 Step Process to achieve your goals. Will covers the in's and out's of each of the following steps:
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Identify your start and finish
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Identify what you have
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Make a plan for progress
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Take consistent action
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Review and refine
Once the foundation is laid there are a few keys to success that are shared to help you in your pursuit. Come join the conversation and let's grow together!
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