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Looking to grow your business, have financial freedom and uplevel your life? Project Life will motivate you to make decisions, move forward and in general, be a badass. Join Mike Watts as he navigates the journey between running an online business, raising a family and being a man in this life.
Today Mike is talking about why he is shutting down Project Life with Mike Watts. Enjoy the episode. Also if you are interested in the One Funnel A Day Program discussed in the beginning of the episode, Click here.
On today’s episode of project life, I was lucky enough to interview Mike Bruny, a man who I look at one of the best networkers that I know. He is quite a legend in the space of the internet world. I look at him as a master of creating communities and brining people together.
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In today's episode, Mike answers the question, "what it means to be a good man?" I was recently asked this on a podcast and figure I will dive into this topic a bit more. This is a time in the world to be taking a serious look at ourselves and decide what is the best way to be living our life. Enjoy today's episode.
In today's episode we dive into an article: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2018/09/brett-kavanaugh-christine-blasey-ford-assault-me-too.html. I read this morning about men are more afraid more than ever before. I recorded this on the day of the hearing for Dr. Ford and the Kavanaugh. This was more of a rant than anything else today but I believe as men we can do better.
Today, Mike shared his story of how life has changed with 2 kids over the past 5 months. He explains three important tips he has learned while adding more people to the family and running a business. With business growing over the past 3 years, adjustments have to be made to fully support the new direction of the company. Adjustments need to be made on the homefront as well when you add an additional member to the family.
On this week, Mike examines this book called Tiger Woods which goes into detail about her career and life. Mike discuss 3 major takeways from the book that are important when thinking about how to go about creating the success you desire in your business and life. Tiger Woods Book: https://amzn.to/2NCVIQb
Wow, it has been awhile since a podcast was completed here in the land of Project Life. Today I want to give you an update on what has happened over the past 5 months since Ruby was born here in Maine. It has been quite a journey but very excited to be coming out of the other end of a tough 2018. See you soon.
There is a common theme I am seeing constantly when it comes to having a baby and being a dad. There are very few people who actually checkin on the dads during the lifespan of a kid or when the woman is pregnant. Now I am not saying everything should be focused on Dads by any means, but at least have the conversation with them to see how they are doing.
Department stores are closing every single week because the market is constantly changing and few companies are keeping up with the changes. This is a huge reason two massive chains have closed all of their stores recently because they failed to keep up with the changes in the global economy. It is possible to keep up with the changing market, but we have to notice the changes.
After spending the year working with many clients, there is a common theme I come across with every single one of them on taking their business to the next level. In today's podcast, I talk more about what that trait is and it is the most important in your business. Few people are talking about it in the world of business development.
Another hit by the man himself when it comes to a book teaching the nuts and bolts of building a business. This book is perfect for the year of 2018 to move your business to the next level on social media. Gary knows his stuff.
Is the effort you are putting into your business getting you the desired result you want? Most of the time we think we are doing more than we actually are when it comes to putting in the effort. The key to creating a successful company is having clarity on what is the actual effort being put into the growth of the company.
Today I interviewed one of my former bosses, Janet Andersen, about her time in a manufacturing world dominated by women. She shares her tools to success for living a fulfilling life and how she dealt with the trauma of her daughter being shot by her ex-husband on her front porch. This situation forced her to make a decision on how she wanted to live out the rest of her life and there was some profound wisdom she shared on today's episode.
Man I could speak about Kate for a week about how she supported me in changing my life. Kate hasn't changed my life but she has pointed things out which have allowed me to make the decision to change. I am so proud of her on the way she has handled this pregnancy and she is such a fabulous mom.
Penelope has taught me so much since she arrived on the scene 2.5 years ago. I am so proud to call her my daughter and the lessons I have learned in this short time, I will have those the rest of my life. She has challenged me with every belief I have experienced and challenged me to become a better person. I am so grateful for P.
Kate, Penelope, and I attended our first March For Your Life event here in Maine and it was quite an experience that will keep us moving forward to help those in the world that need it. Also Penelope had a reaction to the event that taught us quite a bit about big crowds. And what is the point of these events, I talk more about that today.
This was my first complete open season in my crossfit lifestyle and it was a challenge. The competitor in me really came out but super happy to finish this year with success.
I am starting to notice the rise of attacks happening on different generations. I hear more and more about kids these days or the millennials. This isn't actually going to fix anything and it is up to us to do something about it. Attacking the other generations isn't how we solve the problems of the present or the future problems.
I interviewed Meggan about her writing process in preparation of her new book about Mary Magdalene. I also asked her questions about religion and how is all works. You can learn more about Meggan here: http://megganwatterson.com
Nate Welch asked a question about how I go about managing social media and use it to build our business. He wanted to know how I go about living a life with social media and not allowing it to affect family life.
Trevor Noah came to Maine and we went to see him. So many life lessons came from watching this guy in action. Man he is so smart and it was a pleasure to witness his genius in action. I am sharing our takeaways from this amazing show.
Over the past week, I have experienced something I have never been through previously in my life. This thing called anxiety about beinging a new dad to another baby girl. It has me checking every box along the way of parenting.
On Day 5 of the health week, we are discussing the dirty secerts that happen behind the closed doors of the supplment world. The truth is the big pharma industry is running our lives and we aren't even paying attention to it. There is only one way to take our health back and it starts with us. Check out USANA here: http://katemikewatts.usana.com.
On day 4 of our health journey, we are talking about the food industry and how it is actually killing society. It is driving up the costs of healthcare and the cost of food is putting us as humans at risk. This ability to market manipulation is taking the world by storm and causing an insane amount of sickness.
On day 3, we are discussing my past with constant drinking and smoking weed and how I had to change the direction of my life to create the dreams I have always wished upon myself. The fact that alcohol had become a normal part of life, we need to think about doing something different with our choices of health.
On day 2 of the health week, I dive into the conversation about male body image and how it is related to circumcision. What we are doing to male and how they are living their life is causing the toxic masculity piece that is affecting our society. This exists and we need to make it a part of our daily conversation.
For this week, we will taking a deep dive into the importance of Health around a number of different topics so be sure to stay tuned to the rest of the week. Today though we are covering the topic of long term vs. short term thinking when it comes to our daily health choices. Plus how those choices can affect the rest of our life.
Alison Dix asked a question how to avoid feeling blocked when she is creating something new for her site. She was experiencing a challenge while updating her website. Today I talk about how to avoid this from happening.
A fantastic question came in from Dr. Andrea about how we handle negotiation when it comes to consulting or speaking fees. Today I share the ins and outs of how Kate and I determine prices and when to make the right decision
Denise Lynn Tollefson asked a great question about using email marketing systems to help build her flag business. The creativity when it comes to building your marketing brand is key when trying to build your business online. Using a newsletter is a great way to build a brand but helping your customers is the key.
This is a follow up question from Amy Maples from last week about how to keep a marriage together and keeping it spicy as the relationship grows and expands. It is a fluid entity that we continue to feed.
This episode is brought to us from Instagram user Meg, who asked did you ever run into people not believing in you when you are starting your business. Did your relationships change in a way that surprised you? And how did you deal with people that didn't support you.
Today we build off of yesterday's episode about what happens when you are making the decisions and you get the answers to them. Today we found out we didn't get the train station as originally planned and this is how we handled it.
Throughout life, we have to make decisions that determine the future of our life. Today I explain the process we go through when we are making these big decisions.
A question came in from a listener who was looking for marriage advice. There is one thing that makes our marriage work and we both enjoy putting it into action throughout our days together.
A question came in from a listener about how Kate and I determine when to work together on certain projects. Today I discuss the mindset we have when putting things together for our life and business.
This year during the 2018 Crossfit Open, I am taking a new approach on how to deal with the ins and outs of the workouts. I am focused on taking care of my body while not allowing the ego to overtake the goal of competing this year.
With the 2nd baby on the way, I talk about how I am handling the addition of the new human into our life. On this episode, I dive in deep to explain how you have to handle situations outside of your control when it comes to dealing with other humans.
These kids in Florida have experienced one of the worst experiences anyone could have imagined in this lifetime but what they are doing after the fact is super incredible. Change will happen because of their desire to create much needed change. This situation is much better than guns and I speak to that a bit.
Is this the year to take your business to the next level by starting an online business? There is no better time than now to make this a reality and bring your business to a place that feels heart centered allowing you to connect with the customers in a way to change their lives. You can learn more here: http://katenorthrup.com/bschool
Yes, of course starting a business is a smart decision and their is no better time than now to make that happen. And if you need help with this, be sure to reach out to me at http://mikejwatts.com
In the book, Ta-Nehisi does an amazing job explaining what is what like growing up as a black man in the United States. It was such a great piece for me to understand another perspective instead of my upbringing in Indiana. Check out book here: http://amzn.to/2EbCusJ
On today's episode we talk about how setting up the systems in our company creates the most freedom during our work day. This is something people will make harder than it really is so today I share a few strategies that allow system implementation to be easier.
When we grow our companies, we have to position ourselves and company for the growth before it happens. On today's episode, I give three tips which are helpful when we want to grow our businesses.
Asking for help is one of those things that people seems like is the hardest thing to do in life. The reality it isn't that hard if we know what we need help with when it comes to our business. Today I cover how you can ask for help that is empowering.
When it comes to building a business, having clarity around your finances is the most important thing you can do for yourself on a weekly basis. On this episode we will be covering how to go about doing this so you don't have to drive yourself crazy.
Lewis Howes dives into the topics of what makes up men and why we are doing the things are doing in the world. It is a great conversation and very important for us to take to the forefront of making the world a better place. Check out this book here: http://amzn.to/2C4e02V
I heard Michelle Obama on The Ellen Show talk about we have to stop paying attention to what they are saying in Washington. Today I talk about why this is wrong.
What is the purpose of us being on the planet and for us to do what we are doing. This the golden age question for us to figure out about life and how we can be better humans. What is the reason we are doing what we are doing?
Men's true power can be discovered when the times are challenging and that time is right now. There is no better time for us to step into our power and become better human beings. Watch V-Day video here: https://www.facebook.com/vday/videos/10155600127928702/
There is a lot of controversy around the Paul Brothers and today I examine how they could be doing so much better as YouTube stars to encouraging the youth of America.
In this episode we dive into the workings of Tom Brady and what makes him the best quarterback in the NFL. It starts with this new Facebook show called Tom vs. Time.
Mike shares some of his biggest takeaways from Jocko Willink's new book, Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual. It is a great read for a person who needs a quick kick in the pants.
Mike answers three questions that arrived in his inbox via Cal Fussman:
Who am I? Where am I going? Why?
It wasn't as straightforward as it seemed.
Mike talks about the things no one else wants to talk about when it comes to sex, politics, religion, money, & being a man in 2018. It will start small but move into a direction of making the world a better place.
Unwanted pregnancies, Mike isn't an expert here but he saw a post on Twitter that inspired this podcast rant.
There is a guy online named Grant Cardone who has built a huge online and real estate business who sent a quote that said, "99% of Success is Showing Up." Mike dives into what this means to him.
The key to having a good year that I have realized over the past 5 years is preparation. In today's episode of Project Life, Mike discusses how he prepared to have a fabulous year.
2017 was a crazy year starting off with the trump election then the woman's march. Mike's biggest lesson was this concept of Doing Less and having trust in the people surrounding oneself.
I was driving in the car with my buddy and he was talking about how after 7 years he was starting to make the changes that I made over 9 years ago. It was such a great lesson in leading by example and it might take others longer than you think it should take.
After attending the Foo Fighters concert, these guys were a great example of passion and when you completely in love with what you do. In other words, the passion for their work was incredible.
With the restart of Project Life with Mike Watts, here are some updates on what has been happening and the current direction this podcast is heading.
Mike Watts explains what is coming in Season 2 and what you can expect during this season of the show. We will be talking about everything people say you shouldn't talk about.
On this episode of Project Life, I interview my buddy Bradley Will. We discuss running a business and deciding to take a different path from the usual hustle and grind.
Kelly Kostecki and AnnMarie Grohs share their experience of starting and running a business. We also discussed what it has been like to put together their first event called Shape Soirée in Richmond, VA. I am fortunate enough to have the opportunity to speak this October at the event. Check it out here: http://shapesoiree.com
The end to Season 1 of Project Life with Mike Watts has come. The time to take a break has arrived and Mike needs sometime off to revamp the podcast and come back better than ever. Thank you so much for being here for Season 1 and look forward to see you in Season 2.
This week we have been preparing for a super fun week that is bringing our team to town for the rest of year planning. I started my business in 2009 and this is the first time we are having a team retreat where we are flying our team into Maine to mastermind planning on the direction to take the company.
It was the first time in 153 days, I missed the podcast episode and yesterday was the day that happened. It was a day filled with activities and the time has come when it slipped my mind. It is all about how we handle the mistake and overcome it. Which I am doing and taking it far more seriously so here we go.
Today we decided to cancel all of the plans and go to the beach. Life is short, take a break.
Today Mike Watts shares the story of the Crossfit games and how to excel at your craft through belief.
When you are running a business, much of your time will be spent putting out fires with customers, team members, yourself, and suppliers. Much of business is how to properly handle those fires and make sure to keep the show running.
Yesterday we went blueberry picking and I realized the importance of eating seasonally instead of what is available 24/7 at the grocery store.
When we experience the flow state, nothing can stop you. I experience this state periodically and get super pumped when I get in it because I feel like nothing can stop me from striving to become better and take over the world.
Today that moving truck has arrived and it will be the last time that happens in a very long time. I have moved 21 times in 16 years and it feels good to be at a place that will be our home for the future of raising our family and a place for Penelope to call home.
Today we closed on the house and it was a fantastic end to this crazy week of preparing to move into our new house. Building a house is a huge task and I am grateful to have gone through the process but glad it is coming to an end. It is a place that I can see myself living in for a long time.
Today was another great example of expectation vs. reality. The ongoing journey of the living room light and how it showed up at my house today. Thank you to the amazing crew at Hurlbutt Designs that called the trucking company and had them get the light off of the truck. They went and picked it up and delivered it to our house. Talk about customer service. We are so close but not quite there yet.
In this episode, saving $100 isn't always saving $100. The journey of our living room is a great example of that situation.
In this episode, I talk about how we become comfortable in a situation the more and more we get used to looking at the same thing. I also talk about the expectation vs. the reality of what is actually going on. We always expect things to go a certain way and sometimes that doesn't happen, or most of the time. How we handle it is the important part.
Are you financially nervous? For the first time in my life, I was able to say "No" to the question when Kate asked me. This is the week, we are closing on the house and things aren't falling into place as much as we would like. We are getting there, but not with everything.
Telling our kids, “Everything is Ok” isn’t always a good thing. There are many times throughout the day when we invalidate our own kids' experience. The way we treat ourselves can be improved and it is very important when it comes to treating our kids.
When we are communicating with clients regardless of the business, it is very important to learn their communication strategy. During the building of our new home, we haven’t been super happy with the process of working with some of the contractors but overall it has been a great experience. It isn’t about the 1-way communication relationship, it is about the back and forth between the company and the client. This is something we are experiencing here in our business as well.
Mike Watts explains how his contacts created a journey of resisting the change and opening himself up to thinking about what else is he holding onto in his life.
The other night, Kate performed in a West African Dance Performance, and it was quite a performance. It was remarkable to see the work these women and men put in to put on such a wonderful show. I loved watching them move and shake and the sounds of the drums are ones that fill me up with so much love.
Mike Watts is reading a book called, The Cubs Way, and it explains the journey the Cubs took in winning the World Series. It is a fascinating story of patience and vision to create a dream to come true for lifelong Cubs fans.
This week, Kate and I went to see a musical and I started to notice a theme that happens at these events. Our health is the main thing we take of advantage of in our life and nothing good ever comes from mistreating our own well being. I explain more in today’s episode.
Last week during our team meeting here in Maine, we sat down to talk about the future happenings of MikeJWatts.com. It was the first time there has been focus on the content delivered by me within our team. I have usually been the one coming up with the plan to put the information out into the world. This is a huge step in helping my focus of creating the vision I want to see in the world.
Instead of deciding to work for the rest of the afternoon, I took sometime off to go to the beach and relax. It is something that is hard for me to do and I would like to get better at taking breaks. It would for sure make my entire life a bit better to enjoy the little moments. Today was one of those days.
Mike Watts watched a video of the Crossfit Games Champ, Mat Frazer, and a great story about being a competitor and working out for fun. Plus Mike shares a quick tip on how to have healthier poops.
This morning, Penelope taught me a very little skill in patience when it came to picking up her food after she decided to throw it on the ground during breakfast.
A few days ago, Mike Watts had an astrology reading about his relationship with Kate Northrup and looking at his own chart for where he is at the current moment.
This was quite revealing of the current state of his life and direction into the future of parenting, career, relationship, and current manhood.
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During our auto-webinar recording of The Money Love Course, I am noticing a common theme in why people are returning the course. It isn’t because the content is bad, it is something else.
I have been noticing a trend lately of people posting naked baby pictures of their own children on social media posts. This is a practice that needs to stop for the betterment of our society. We have to start treating them like we would treat ourselves. Would we post ourselves naked on IG, i think not!
Yesterday, we had our first team meeting in Maine planning out the future of the our launches and team meetings. This will be a game changer for our business, improving the speed and efficiency of how we are working on things. Building a local team will take our business to a place we never thought was possible.
After listening to a Gary Vaynerchuk keynote, I realized very few people are actually listening to what their mentors or business associates are actually saying when it comes to making their life better. Most of the people asking the questions were moving on to their next question instead of taking action on the advice from Gary.
There is something Mike Watts has learned over the past year and it has to do with being grateful for my current situation. Many times throughout the year, I will overlook the goodness happening in life and go to figure out what is going wrong. 2017 is about changing that reality.
Mike Watts explains what it has been like to be married for 3 years to Kate Northrup Watts. In this episode, he talks about what it has been like to have a best friend and building a life with Kate over the course of 3 years. Being married is fun and it has it challenges, but they are worth it in the grand aspect of life.
Please have a safe holiday and don't party too hard. Enjoy the time with your friends and family.
Mike shares a brief update about traveling back to the states after spending 5 days in London and how that was great for the relationship to rekindle the relationship of life.
Attending the Adele concert in London was one of the top 3 concerts I have ever been to, being able to see someone stand on stage and have complete control of the situation in front of 100,000 people. Talk about someone being completely in their power and living their life to the fullest and doing it for good. Adele is truly a legend.
Mike Watts and Kate Northrup recap their trip to London, while they are still in London. It is such a blessing to go on a trip without Penelope. Yes, of course we miss her, but taking a trip when it is just the two adults is one of the best things for our marriage.
Darren Hardy is the owner and publisher of Success magazine, and he told a story about trying to impress his Dad and how it tore him up. Last night, I was able to show my parents around the house and I had a completely different experience when they were walking around the house in our new town. This is a story of being in your own power.
Penelope taught me a great lesson which is completely surrendering and allowing trust to run your life instead of trying to control everything. This morning, Penelope and I had a great time playing together and being with each other and she completely surrendered in our game that we played this morning.
The other night we did something super fun that was planned on short notice and was a bit unexpected. In the new neighborhood, we all go together for a party with 5 other families in the neighborhood. Once again, it was a great message on the importance of community and surrounding ourselves with LOVE!
How important is community to you? After our Team Northrup dinner last night, it became clear on the importance of surrounding yourself with like minded people. In this day in age of the news cycle, they want you to be miserable then you can get yourself on the drugs and realize you are stuck in the cycle of suck land. This is how you get out of it.
When you are running a business, sometimes drastic changes need to take place and they need to happen fast. When it comes to making huge changes, there is a way to do this so that everyone feels important and cared for. Mike Watts explains how they did this recently in their company.
Happy Father's Day to all of the fathers in the world. Mike is grateful to put himself in the category of fatherhood. Supporting the life of watching Penelope and watching her conquer the world is one of the greatest experiences of Mike’s life.
It was a fabulous 2nd Father’s day and grateful to be sharing it with all of our friends on this day.
It took me 34 years to figure out how I was tying my value to the world to the amount of money that I make in my life. Once I read Amanda Steinberg’s book and realized how I was determining my worth to money, something needed to change.
It took a quick mindset change to create a whole outlook on life. Attaching your value to dollars is the most limiting feeling in the world and it was great to get some clarity around this limiting belief.
The post workout story with Laird Hamilton & Gabby Reece after completing a workout and a hour of breathing with them to discover who Mike is and how he will become a better person. The experience of working out with two legends in the sporting world was a once in lifetime experience.
Mike found out a week ago that Laird Hamilton & Gabby Reece were coming to town to teach their lifestyle training system, XPT, to a group of 24 people here in Maine. Over the weekend, they hosted an open community class for anyone to drop in and try out their training philosophy.
Mike Watts explains how making quality decisions and working with quality people is a must when it comes to building a excellent life. Many times in life we will decide to spend less or not work with the people we know we should be working with then it might come and bite us in the butt. Doing less or spending less isn't always the answer.
Being grateful has really improved in my life with the more perspective I have on every situation that happens in my life. And sometimes it requires an outsider to slap us in the face to gain some perspective on the happenings in our life. Mike explains more how Tim Ferriss and Kevin Hart helped with this over the past week.
Travel doesn't have to be expensive because there is another way. Mike shares the story on how he recently booked a trip for $400 that was supposed to cost $1800. Paying attention to our money is one of the most important things we can do for ourselves and the more we pay attention to it the better our life will turn out.
One of the most helpful things that I have done in my life, is to getting clear on what my reality actually is. This is much different than living everyday to the fullest, it is about getting extremely clear on the life happening from day to day and week to week.
Mike talks about interviewing Molly, who is changing the world based off a situation in school that went viral and took the world by storm. It was a pleasure having someone so young create a huge change in the world.
Mike Watts shares how starting and running his business as created a difference perspective on what hard work is and what that means as the owner of a company. We might have been taught one thing as growing up but that changes as we grow and we must grow with those changes.
The ability to create clarity when it comes to our financial picture creates a tremendous amount of ease in our body and our life. We have the ability to create an enjoyable experience with our finances that will allow us to be at ease with our life decisions. Mike explains how he was able to do this in their life and business.
Mike shares this new concept which was introduced by Tim Ferriss & Vince Vaughan on the most recent podcast of the Tim Ferriss Show. The biggest takeaway is living by fearing less, not being fearless.
In our lifetime, we will most likely have to heal our relationships with our parents at one point and there is no better time to start as now. Mike shares a story about his buddy going through a tough time and why it is super important to improving this life.
Mike explains how to create success in the world of social media by focusing on one thing at a time until you succeed.
Mike and Kate went to see Wonder Woman this past weekend and let's say it was out of this world. It is a fabulous movie and Kate had a great discovery after leaving the cinema.
How has life changed by completely a podcast for 100 days in a row? Well it is has given me something to do very consistently and that is a very good feeling of completing something for that amount of time. It is about the journey this podcast has taken me on and looking forward to the next 100 days.
Michael Nickles & Julia Nickles moved to Maine, wrote a script, and produced a movie here in Maine. We read this script a few years ago around the Christmas table in Maine then a few years later they made that dream become a reality. It was a blast to watch a screener of the movie and see it in early production. Check out Michael and Julia at: https://twitter.com/MichaelNickles https://www.instagram.com/jwnickles/
Penelope joins Mike today on the podcast for her first Project Life appearance. She is stopping by to say "Hi".
There is more and more research coming out on the effects of sugar in the system and how bad it actually is for our systems. I did an experiment over the weekend to see how it affected me and I have to say it sent me in in a bit of spiral. Sugar is in everything and it is our job to pay attention to how it changes our mental game.
Mike explains the results of their recent launch with Origin Collective. He shares the ins and outs of launch and how it blew away their goals and desires for creating a successful launch.
Taking advantage of people in the world is a practice that has been going on for far too long and it is coming to an end but our current politics is failing and it is hard to let go of the old guard. Mike is fired up today to share his belief on how to break through when it feels like we are never getting ahead when we turn on the news.
In Part 4, Stephen chats about how much he loves being a parent. How the risk of starting a business brought more of a work life balance and it being completely worth it. Wrapping up with the fact that he has learned more in his first few months being a business owner than with all his years at Fox. Check out Stephen on Twitter @sfogg, Instagram @mizbarkie and his Youtube channel: My Life As A Marketer
In Part 3, Stephen’s business journey is discussed. Including everything that led up to him quitting his job and what pushed him to find his next move. Along with his transition from corporate to entrepreneur and how he learnt to work smarter, not harder. Check out Stephen on Twitter @sfogg, Instagram @mizbarkie and his Youtube channel: My Life As A Marketer
In Part 2 of Mike’s interview with Stephen, they talk about his journey with cancer and how it brought him to where he is today. Also touching on his first business venture and his love for radio. Check out Stephen on Twitter @sfogg, Instagram @mizbarkie and his Youtube channel: My Life As A Marketer
Mike shares an interview with his friend, Stephen Fogg. In Part 1 of the interview, the two are in Boston for the InBound Conference with HubSpot. They chat all about the current state of the media, the content that gets attention and the transition to digital. As well as, Stephen’s job at Fox News and how it led him to start his own business. Check out Stephen on Twitter @sfogg, Instagram @mizbarkie and his Youtube channel: My Life As A Marketer
In today’s episode, Mike shares how the launch of Origin has redirected their business. How humbled they are by all the feedback, how grateful he and Kate are and how amazing it is that it simply doesn’t feel like work. Check out OriginCollective.com and Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Today we’re talking all about failure. Mike shares a personal story and how failing over and over is just part of life. How it’s just something we need to get used to as we continue to try, try and try again. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
How’s it going #Lifers? Today Mike’s chatting about things to think about as a customer or consumer. His perspective behind having respect for other business owners running their own show and thinking outside the box. Hang out with Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Mike shares the behind the scenes process behind the recent launch of Origin. How they have dealt with stress, overwhelm and the reality of a launch hangover. Along with the ebb and flow of the experience, excitement and maintaining a consistent schedule. Check out OriginCollective.com!
Mike shares his main source of news and his thoughts on the crazy politics that have been happening recently. Check out Vox and Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
After sorting through the options, Mike and Kate make the decision to go the ‘Do Less’ route and buy a house! Mike chats about how they were ready to create stability, community and put down some roots. As well as how to react when the ideas you put on paper don’t always turn out the way you anticipated. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts!
After listening to Danielle LaPorte on her White Hot Truth book tour in NYC, Mike shares which points resonated with him. Including our intentions behind communication and how we don’t really need to seek out self help guru’s and should be looking within ourselves. Check out White Hot Truth at DanielleLaporte.com
Mike chats all about his quick trip to New York to support Danielle LaPorte on part of her White Hot Truth book tour! Listen in to hear all about Mike and Kate’s experience, along with some NYC #Lifers who showed some love! Mentioned: The Kate & Mike Show Episode 33 with Danielle LaPorte, OriginCollective.com and Mike’s Instagram @mikejwatts
The night before Kate’s new product, Origin, launches Mike reflects on everything leading up to this point. Thanking the team involved in making this vision a reality and how grateful he is to be surrounded by such amazing people. As well as the incredible work that went into this launch and how proud he is of Kate. Check it out at OriginCollective.com
Mike thanks his Mom, Michele for always sticking by him and his wife, Kate for everything she does including giving them their daughter, Penelope. How did you celebrate Mother’s Day? Tell Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Following changes in their business, Mike and Kate face changes with the building of their home. When you’re given more options, how do you react? Once again, Mike chats about the value behind quick decision making, how it helps to simplify and makes you adaptable.
While planning for the future, Mike shares the changes happening within their business. To create their vision and empower current team members, Mike and Kate are working to restructure the current dynamic while looking ahead. Mentioned: Gary Vaynerchuk, TheFreedomFamily.net, KateNorthrup.com/SSW
What do you have control over? In the midst of Penelope’s inconsistent sleeping patterns, Mike accepts that he has no control over the situation. When it comes to marriage, parenting or running your business, you must let go of what you’re unable to control. Simply putting your focus on what’s in front of you and realizing that all you can control is yourself.
In today’s episode, Mike chats about the lack of changing tables in men's washrooms in Chipotle. His experience reaching out and opinion on making restaurants more family oriented. Check out Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Hey #Lifers! Yesterday was all about Kate and SustainableSuccessWorkshop.com. Today Mike shares his journey and how he has navigated the ebb and flow of their business together. How it has been challenging, ensuring everyone feels fulfilled and the balance in energies that has resulted.
Mike talks all about Kate’s launch of the Sustainable Success Workshop! Part of a project they have spent months creating and the timeline of events behind this release. The passion Mike witnessed behind the production and his realizations along the way. Check it out at SustainableSuccessWorkshop.com! Also mentioned: The Kate & Mike Show Episode: Origin Explained and instagram.com/katenorthrup
After reading his friend Danielle LaPorte’s new book, White Hot Truth, Mike shares his insights and reflections. How the book made him feel grounded, was extremely healing and resonated with him in a deep way. Hear more on The Kate & Mike Show where they interviewed Danielle! Mentioned: White Hot Truth and Danielle’s interview on Lewis Howes School of Greatness podcast
Mike discusses what he has learnt in Trump’s first 100 days in office. Mainly how fearful he is observing Trump’s personality, personal history and demeanour towards serious decisions. Amongst the uncertainty, Mike has hope when he reflects on events such as the Women’s March and how we all need to focus on our power to ignite change. Mentioned: vox.com
Mike spends two nights away from his family to relax, de-stress and take time for himself. Sharing his favorite self care method to create balance, keep him refreshed and continually motivated. Do you ever take staycations? Let Mike know on Instagram @mikejwatts
In the midst of designing and building a custom home, Mike shares his insights so far. Their experience managing pricing, when it’s worth it to spend a bit more, dealing with unexpected situations and generally, how complex the entire process can be. Focusing on ways to simplify their approach, decrease overwhelm and make decisions quickly. Check out Mike's latest blog post, a how-to guide all about quick decision making!
Hey #LIFERS! What’s your moving process? Mike shares his overall experience moving homes this past week. Discussing their moving company, professional organizer and tactics to getting settled within a week. As well as his view on hanging onto material things and how many people become emotionally attached. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
After one of Kate & Mike’s B-School students describes Mike as ‘sincere and slightly irritated’ he reflects on his personal qualities. Along with how to seek out honest feedback and use it to better ourselves in business and life. How would you sum up yourself in a few words? Let Mike know on Instagram @mikejwatts! Mentioned: B-School with Marie Forleo and The Kate & Mike Show
After spending the day moving to their new home, Mike reflects on the memories in the house his family is leaving. Taking time to remember it as a happy place, his daughter's first home and then promptly, move on. With the reminder to stay grateful and appreciate your family, as they are all that matters. Connect with Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Mike shares his family’s move to their new, temporary home. Taking you through their moving process, methods to make it easier and how hiring help is worth the extra cost. As well as batching tasks to make moving an easy and quick experience! Don’t forget to check out Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
In Day 6 of Mike’s Money Series, we’re finishing up the series by asking what is your game plan to move forward? How to start making extra money with a side business you love and creating a business that is most importantly, sustainable. Mike shares his experience with selling on eBay and network marketing, stressing the value of having the patience to create something that will last. Don’t wait, take real action and start this change now. What did you think of this series? Email mike@mikejwatts.com Mentioned: TheFreedomFamily.net, SustainableSuccessWorkshop.com and Chris Guillebeau’s The $100 Startup
In Day 5 of Mike’s Money Series, we’re going in depth about our money mindset. What kind of person do you need to become in order to reach your financial goal? What is your current reality and are you setting yourself up for the reality you want to achieve? Listen in to learn how to earn more money, make that mindset shift and take action today. Mentioned: Kate’s book, Money a Love Story and the MoneyLoveCourse.com
In Day 4 of Mike’s Money Series, we’re focusing on keeping track of our income stream. Whether you own your business or have a 9-5, it’s vital to track the ins and outs of your income flow. What comes out of your paycheck, expenses, debt, taxes - grab a hold on your financial picture and find a way to keep yourself accountable for staying on top of your finances! How do you handle your money? Mentioned: Smart Passive Income and Entrepreneur on Fire
In Day 3 of Mike’s Money Series, we’re talking all about our relationship with debt. Recognizing our emotional relationship with the idea of debt and gaining clarity based off of our reaction. Mike also shares a personal story regarding how to handle fear and anxiety around similar financial situations. Along with his belief on the importance of understanding what our relationship is and how we feel about it all. What’s your perspective? Chat with Mike on Instagram or email mike@mikejwatts.com
In Day 2 of Mike’s Money Series, our past and present view of money is covered. Mike’s view and value he attaches when it comes to money has shifted over the years, as well as his spending habits and money beliefs. Listen in if you’re ready to hear all about changing your relationship with money.
In Day 1 of Mike’s Money Series, he shares parts of his past and his own money journey. Covering everything from student loans to credit card debt and how your upbringing has an effect on your money perspective - Mike shows how opening your mind to what’s possible can completely shift your money mindset for the better. What is your Money Journey? What are the stories you’ve been telling yourself and what do you need to let go of? Share with Mike on Instagram or email mike@mikejwatts.com. Mentioned: MoneyLoveCourse.com
While in the process of attempting to simplify aspects of his life, Mike chats about Deep Work by Cal Newport. How to weed out the unnecessary, get rid of distractions and refocus on work that moves you forward. Have you read the book? Have thoughts on this episode? Connect with Mike on Instagram or email mike@mikejwatts.com. Mentioned: Deep Work by Cal Newport and the Ezra Klein Show
Do you ever feel like there’s not enough time? We spend the time exercising, eating well, reducing stress and more - in an effort to prolong our lives. Bringing forward the difference between increased life expectancy versus quality of life. Mike also discusses the vitality in enjoying what you spend your time doing on a daily basis as opposed to simply striving for achievement. What are your thoughts on this topic? Email mike@mikejwatts.com! Mentioned: The Kate & Mike Show and Tim Ferris Podcast with John Crowley
Mike goes away with his 18 month old daughter for the first time. Between relaxing, shopping, visiting with friends and lots of walking, Mike shares his surprise with how much he enjoyed the experience. As well as touching on our mindset when it comes to kids including the importance of letting them follow their own instincts and make their own decisions.
What’s your relationship with yourself and your body? While searching for a new General Practitioner, Mike talks about his views regarding the medical system. How he prefers a proactive approach over a reactive approach, along with the idea of medicine complimenting what we’re already doing rather than supplementing. Stressing the importance of paying attention to how we feel and having control over the approach we take with our health.
Getting refocused on his health and body goals, Mike shares a new fat burning method he’s trying out. Essentially surrounding the idea of eating for only an 8 hour period each day. Mike explains his experience so far including how it has helped his workouts and made meal planning much more simple. Mentioned: WorkingAgainstGravity.ca and the Wim Hof Method
Mike discusses Bill O’Reilly’s exit from Fox News based off numerous sexual harassment accusations. Looking at how they dealt with the situation and asking questions such as, why don’t they take action faster? And why isn’t this looked upon as something a bit more extreme? Tying this case into the discussion around fake news, leaving us asking - what is really going on? If you want to talk about this topic further - check out Mike on Instagram or email mike@mikejwatts.com
What is stopping you from taking action? Mike shares his view on what it takes to be a well rounded person. How we often operate in one speciality, require a shift in attitude and need to do something with our knowledge. Share your thoughts with Mike by email at mike@mikejwatts.com or on Instagram
Mike thanks his listeners for their support! Listen in to hear his purpose behind starting the podcast and his goals for its future. As well as, the benefits he has experienced that go along with a podcast such as consistency, hearing feedback and having an outlet.
Could you work with your spouse? Mike shares three pieces of advice from the ongoing learning process of working alongside his wife, Kate. Starting off with communication being the most crucial, how creating space and being able to ask for help is a necessity and lastly, how sharing their business is always fun and exciting. Let’s hear your thoughts! Check out Mike on Instagram @mikejwatts
Today Mike discusses how to create a tribe when building your business and brand. What to consider when creating community and his thoughts on being part of something bigger than yourself. Mentioned: thefreedomfamily.net and Russell Brunson Podcast
What do you do when you’re not feeling motivated? Today Mike shares his methods to recharge and boost inspiration when work needs to get done but you’re not feeling it. Listen in on how to change your state and get yourself pumped up. Want more tips? Sign up for Mike’s weekly newsletter @ mikejwatts.com
Today Mike stresses the importance of having patience when growing a business. As he watches Kate’s flow of production with their current business endeavour, Mike reflects on where they were only 4 years ago. When building a business, remember that it’s not all going to happen at once, practice patience and enjoy the ride. Mentioned: Kate Northrup and Network Marketing with Usana [Project Life Episodes 030 - 033]
In today’s episode, Mike shares his thoughts on everything from the media to men to politics. What we can do to create better male leadership role models, where this has the greatest impact and why we should all be team human.
How do you feel about gun control in the States? Mike discusses his thoughts after reading an article about gun use on college campuses. How he feels it goes against common sense and can only do more harm than good, especially in highly and emotionally charged situations. Do you agree that it feels more scary than safe? Let Mike know, email mike@mikejwatts.com or hit up Mike on Instagram
Does your business have team members? Today’s episode is all about building, managing and working with a team. As your business evolves and changes, Mike covers how he guides members of his team and how to get the most value out of each person. How everything starts at the top with your direction, and figuring out what works best as a business owner.
Mike chats about the United Airlines PR disaster. How he feels it was poorly handled and the way he has dealt with similar situations in his own business. Along with the need for change when approaching these issues and how being a little more kind could solve our problems.
How do you slow the day right down? Going at your daughter’s speed. Mike shares his morning where he simply let Penelope’s pace lead the way. Listen for a lesson in slowing down, appreciating the good things and aiming to go with the flow.
In today’s episode, Mike attempts to debunk the myth that millennials are lazy. In school, in debt and pursuing a safe, secure job only because that’s what they’ve been told they are suppose to be doing. How thinking is switching from collecting to connecting and the impact this shift will have on our society in the years to come. Mentioned: School of Greatness with Lewis Howes
One reality of entrepreneurship is your days can get a little lonely. Mikes shares some of his coping mechanisms to create community during the week, including exercise, activity groups and co-working spaces. Mentioned: Gary Vaynerchuk and Project Life’s Episode 034: Do Man Shit
After catching up with a friend, Mike reflects on how we often listen to our mind as opposed to listening to our body. We tell ourselves situations are going better than what the reality actually is and how trusting our bodies can lead us in the right direction. Check out mikejwatts.com for more awesome content!
Today Mike shares how his family has to move homes in a short period of time and the process involved in deciding on a new home. Sharing how decision fatigue will stop everyone in their tracks and the impact quick decision making will have on your life.
Mike shares the ups and downs he has experienced over the past year in business. Between the success and struggles, Mike reflects on which changes rocked the boat and the value of gaining clarity. How a story he was telling himself affected his view of worth and the uncertainty we all often feel. Mentioned: The Kate & Mike Show Episode 25: Worth It with Amanda Steinberg
In today’s episode, Mike discusses the ups and downs we all experience. How it’s important to process it quickly, spend zero time dwelling, reflect, recover and move on. As well as, how we react to and handle these situations shows who we truly are as human beings. Mentioned: Ask GaryVee Podcast and The Kate & Mike Show Episode 28: Raising Mike Watts
Approach everything in your life as a marathon, not a sprint. Mike shares his views on how life will push you to sprint, but it’s important to be smart, not let your ego take over, do what feels good and appreciate the experience.
Today Mike discusses the importance of understanding your financial picture. Knowing where your money is, what you’re doing with it and having clarity on your financial path. If you haven’t done so yet, sit down and get comfortable with your finances - it’s worth it.
After listening to a Russell Brunson podcast, Mike shares how learning to sell can change your life. Not only when it comes to business, but how the selling process starts with us and the stories we tell ourselves on a daily basis. Listen in for insight on creating a new story and making the choice to change. Mentioned: Marketing In Your Car (Russell Brunson Podcast) and GaryVee
Mike shares how he started an activity group for men called ‘Do Man Shit.’ If you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner or predominantly hang around with women, you too could probably benefit from cultivating and creating your own community.
In Part 4, Mike shares how he views network marketing as a great space to begin a transformation. How it provides skills, confidence and strength in future business endeavours. As well as, what it has allowed him and Kate to accomplish in their own careers, relationships and overall health. Mentioned: Project Life Episodes 030 - 032, TheFreedomFamily.net and Usana Health Sciences
In Part 3, Mike presents the concept of conscious network marketing. There is no need to aggressively sell, take advantage of people or view this business as a race. Listen in to hear how taking a more conscious approach means being kind, honest and nurturing towards potential customers. Mentioned: TheFreedomFamily.net and Usana Health Sciences
In Part 2, Mike discusses the business model and process around network marketing. How it’s unique in that you get to choose the company you work with and how it’s important you enjoy the product or service you are promoting. Mentioned: TheFreedomFamily.net and Usana Health Sciences
In Part 1 of Mike’s discussion surrounding network marketing, he shares how he and Kate hit one million dollars in commission with Usana. His clarity around reaching this milestone and how your goals always seem to work themselves out. Mentioned: Project Life Episode 016 (One Million Dollars in the Bank)
Following yesterday's episode regarding handling crisis, Mike discusses the concept of personal responsibility. How our current president, Donald Trump, doesn’t seem to take responsibility for his own actions in the face of crisis and the chaos that surrounds him. And as always, Mike relates this situation to our own lives - how taking responsibility for our own actions and decisions will make us happier people and better leaders. Mentioned: The Ezra Klein Show
As mentioned on an episode of the Ezra Klein Show, the success of presidencies isn’t determined by what they do or do not accomplish but on how they handle a crisis. Mike asks - how do we handle crisis in our own lives? When facing major life obstacles, how do we come out on the other side and how do we make others feel in the process? Chat with Mike on Twitter, Instagram or email mike@mikejwatts.com - and let him know your thoughts on this topic!
Stop apologizing for traveling with your child! Today Mike discusses the process of traveling with kids and how to make it less stressful. As well as, sharing his tips to make it easier, including new toys, a collapsable stroller and snacks, lots of snacks. Mentioned: Article from thepointsguy.com and Project Life's 'Travel Points' Episode 19
In this episode, Mike discusses the GOP Health Care Bill for the second time. The lack of leadership and chaos it is surrounded by, along with Trump’s ego and desire to win. Concluding with the idea that the decision to do something different is all up to you, don’t wait for anyone else and the time to step into your role of leadership is now. Mentioned: Project Life Episode 019: The GOP Health Care Bill
After interviewing his parents for the Kate & Mike Show, Mike shares his experience hearing them express what it was like to raise him. Reflecting on the good times, the challenging times, what he had to overcome and the similar patterns we share with our parents. Bringing it around to the question, what is relevant at this moment in time?
For his wife’s birthday, Mike shares 3 ways Kate brings joy to his life and makes him a better person. Listen in to hear Mike bring light to Kate’s truthfulness, drive and intuition.
What are you grateful for? After attending a remarkable wedding, Mike shares his thoughts on what it takes to have a successful relationship. How it takes a community to build and maintain a relationship, along with acknowledging the challenges and triumphs in love.
What is the advantage of not doing everything yourself? Mike discusses the value of having people on your team, setting expectations and empowering them to make their own decisions. And how this investment in your business opens the gates for growth and a stronger organization. Mentioned in this episode: Slack for team messaging
Whether it be mental or physical, how much can we do on a daily basis to push ourselves to consistently move forward? Mike discusses how he recently took up crossfit after resisting for years, pushed himself to excel to another level and the growth as a result.
When your kid wakes up a 4:30am every morning and the sleep deprivation is real - you really begin to appreciate the little things. Listen in If you need a reminder to take a moment for yourself during the day.
In today’s episode, Mike discusses the current state of health care in the United States. From the GOP bill to politics to Obamacare, Mike focuses on what we can do for ourselves and how we can make changes in our own lives.
What is enlightenment? Is it an accomplishment, an end goal or small wins throughout the day? Mike reflects on what enlightenment means to him, what it takes to feel enlightened and how we can incorporate it within our daily life. Mentioned: Neil Strauss, Wim Hof Breathing Program and The Kate & Mike Show podcast episode with Rebekah Borucki
Are you indecisive? Listen in to consider the value of making decisions quickly and gain insight on decision fatigue. Mike reminds us that we need to make a decision to start somewhere, implement right away and go all in.
Have you ever had a goal you didn’t achieve? After listening to a Gary Vaynerchuk podcast episode, Mike gains a new perspective on reaching goals and the true point behind the marathon of running your own business. Listen in if you need a reminder to enjoy the journey! Mentioned GaryVee Episode: Calling from the Arctic Circle and Advice that Every 22 Year-Old Needs to Hear
Mike discusses the truth behind Gary Vaynerchuk’s (@garyvee) statement that running your own business is a humbling experience. Today’s episode will remind you to slow down, be present and let the process play out.
Not sure where to start with the point game? Mike gives tips on how to save big using credit card points for travel, hotels and more. Listen in for guidance in taking your first steps! Mentioned: Chris Guillebeau and thepointsguy.com
In today’s episode, Mike discuss his revelations after reading Worth It by Amanda Steinberg (@amandasteinberg). Amanda is the CEO & Founder of DailyWorth where she brings a fresh perspective on money, career and business. Listen in for Mike’s insights on attaching monetary value to your self worth and its influence on the people in your life.
What we can learn from Trump being president? Mike(@mikejwatts) self reflects on his own life, how he affects others and how we can be the best version of ourselves.
Mike shares his first experience taking a vacation without his daughter, Penelope. Along with setting intentions to create the time to relax and unplug, even when at home.
What can you do for yourself today? Mike expresses the value of taking moments for yourself and making fulfilling your needs a priority.
Mike shares personal successes and discusses how to make your dreams a reality. Along with envisioning your success and becoming the person you need to be to achieve those goals.
Do you hang on longer than necessary? In today's episode, Mike explains how to take charge of situations that are under your control. How to process a situation faster, move along and stop complaining.
Mike reflects on the week's business struggles and the significance of gaining a clear mind. As well as, adapting to changes and shifts in direction with his business.
How do we react when expectations don't line up with reality? Mike continues the discussion on doing the best you can and dealing with hiccups in your business.
When business projects go awry, sometimes the best therapy is simply talking about it. Mike reacts when nothing seems to go right and stresses the importance of continually showing up, having zero fear of failure and creating success.
In this episode, Mike discusses the importance of communication and clarity. Whether you're a lone entrepreneur or working with a team, don't underestimate the value of communication practices, clear deadlines and curating your vision.
How else can you maximize profit in your life? Mike's eBay journey begins as he focuses on clearing out the unnecessary and creating an additional source of income.
In Project Life's first episode, Mike reflects on 2016 and the year ahead. Listen for insights on the importance of planning, delegating and creating goals for 2017.
Mike welcomes listeners to his new podcast! Listen to find out more about Mike, his career journey and goals for future episodes.