The Emotional Fortitude Podcast: Recent Episodes
Itamar Marani
In the Emotional Fortitude podcast, Ex Israeli Special Forces and undercover agent, Itamar Marani, shares how to build the emotional fortitude to win in life and business.
No fluff, just results explained through actionable case studies Itamar has helped clients achieve.
You're trading your time for someone else's effort.
In this quick episode Itamar breaks down how to leverage content and get the highest ROI on your time while covering the one trade that lets you cash in on 15 years of someone else’s effort in under 5 hours.
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You're stuck not because life is hard, but because you expect it to be easy.
In this episode, Itamar shares a brutal mindset shift learned in Special Forces: want things to be hard. When obstacles feel personal, we shrink. When they feel purposeful, we level up.
Topics covered:
- Why short-term goals can hurt your performance
- When ego helps performance and when it stunts it
- The shift from “proving something” to “becoming someone”
Hard isn’t the problem. Your relationship with it is.
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If you feel like your results aren’t matching your ambitions and desires, there’s a reason for that. Whether the barrier is internal or external, in this episode Itamar walks you through a 5-step system to uncover why you’re underperforming… and how to break through it.
Topics covered:
- The clarity mistake business owners aren’t aware they make.
- Why most “action plans” can also give you permission to stall.
- The hidden performance anchors that kill momentum, and how to know if you’ve got one.
A brutal but necessary episode. If you’re ready to go to the next level and are ready for harsh truths, this episode is for you
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How do you go from burnout cycles and self-doubt to crushing $100K months with clarity and control? Vlad breaks down:
- Facing the exact fear that quietly ran his life.
- Ditching a fluffy “WHY” for a more practical one and what that means
- Accepting the cost of growth - ego hits, discipline, discomfort - and paying it anyway.
No hype. No hacks. Just a hard look at what actually moved the needle for this entrepreneur!
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You’re not tired. You’re unprepared.
High performers prep for keynotes but wing the travel. That gap kills performance.
Itamar shares the exact system he built as an air marshal and now uses when travelling for business.
Most people confuse efficiency with output. The real mistake? Optimizing for speed, not performance.
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Are you actually angry or just confused about what you should be expecting?
Entrepreneurs don't get angry without cause, they react when expectations aren’t met. In this tactical breakdown, Itamar reveals how to intercept frustration before it escalates.
- The “expectation gap” reframe that kills 90% of unnecessary anger
- How to spot your personal early warning signs (before the blow-up)
- Why working out beats any mindset hack when you’re stuck
If you’re stuck in a vortex of frustration, this episode gives you the way out.
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Raising capital should elevate your game. For one entrepreneur, it did the opposite.
When stakes rose, his performance tanked. Why? He didn’t anticipate the emotional cost of failing with other people’s money. This episode breaks down:
- Why “logical prep” isn’t enough, how to plan for emotional punches.
- The shift from external goals to internal identity that reignited his performance.
- The real bottleneck most entrepreneurs miss: staying calm under pressure.
If you’re chasing big goals and aren’t ready for the emotional hits, you’re setting yourself up to spiral. Prepare better. Perform better. This episode shares how.
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If C-players in most industries are getting replaced by AI, why won’t this happen with therapy?
Itamar breaks down why the therapy industry is broken, how AI will expose big parts of it, and why emotional baggage plus zero KPIs equals stagnation, not healing.
You’ll hear:
- Why AI’s lack of emotional wounds can make it more effective
- How therapy often turns into paid validation, not progress
- The real split coming: truth-seekers vs. validation-seekers
This isn’t about feelings. It’s about results.
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Still chasing confidence before taking action? That’s the trap.
This episode breaks down why imposter syndrome isn’t about competence, it’s a psychological glitch from survival wiring. You’ll learn how to strip emotions from decisions, use objectivity as a weapon, and move even when it feels uncomfortable.
Itamar shares two practical tools to beat imposter syndrome fast that he uses both with himself and his biggest clients.
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Have you ever found yourself feeling frustrated when you’re taking action but it doesn't flow and feels clunky?
In this episode, Itamar breaks down why the belief that you should feel “comfortable being uncomfortable” can drain energy and kill your momentum.
He shares a story of a nine-figure client who was struggling to be “comfortable while being uncomfortable” and how they shifted the frame to improve its performance.
You’ll learn how to:
- Stop second-guessing and avoid energy leakages
- Reclaim your edge
- Push with clarity
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"A lot of people are mistaking intensity for consistency."
In this episode, I talk with Peter Shallard, the "Shrink for Entrepreneurs," about why executing on big goals scares entrepreneurs and how to break through plateaus in business.
We discuss how burnout for entrepreneurs doesn’t stem from overwork, and why playfulness and creativity are essential for breaking through plateaus.
Key Topics:
- Why burnout for entrepreneurs is rooted in disappointment, not overwork
- The principle of "minimum effective dose" for effective productivity
- How gamification can help you avoid burnout
Connect with Peter:
Website: www.commitaction.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petershallard/
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"A black belt is someone who got choked, swept and submitted thousands of times and kept coming back for more. Someone who turned those painful lessons into wisdom."
As Itamar gets ready to receive his second stripe on his BJJ black belt, he shares eight crucial lessons from martial arts that have helped him coach successful entrepreneurs. Covering how to apply these principles of high-performance to create breakthrough results in business and avoid ego traps.
Key topics:
- The perspective shift that can eliminate performance blocks
- The danger of "blue beltitus" in entrepreneurship and how to avoid it
- How to recognize truly high-caliber mentors in any field
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James Swanwick reveals how high performers can break free from alcohol without willpower or AA. He shares why even occasional drinking costs you money, clarity, and connection - and how an empowering mindset shift makes alcohol freedom feel like an unfair advantage rather than deprivation.
Key Topics:
- Why successful people struggle to give up alcohol despite conquering other challenges
- Why AA's approach often fails and keeps people stuck in a small life
- Why alcohol freedom is the new flex that earns respect
Connect with James:
Book: https://alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
Website: alcoholfreelifestyle.com
Instagram: @jamesswanwick
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"The pilots who survive aren't the most skilled—they're the ones who adapt fastest."
In this episode, I explain why your current identity—the expertise you've built over years—might be your biggest obstacle to adapting at AI speed. I break down the “OODA loop” and how it can determine your success in business.
Key Topics:
- Why a sense of stability could be your downfall in the AI era
- Three-step protocol for building an AI-first identity
- The uncomfortable truth about letting go of who you've been in order to adapt
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"Action beats intention. Results beat ego."
What if the reason you're stuck isn’t about talent, skill, or even motivation? It’s because of how your mind reacts under pressure. And whether you realize it or not, you’re likely playing out one of three patterns that sabotage high performers: The Go Harder Guy, The Mr. Nice Guy, or The Chip on the Shoulder Guy.
Alex De Fina joins Itamar in this episode to break down the three performance archetypes that affect entrepreneurs' success.
Key Topics:
- How to recognize what emotion patterns take you away from peak performance
- Why identifying your archetype matters more than striving for an ideal persona - understanding your default patterns helps prevent self-sabotage
- Practical strategies to break free from each archetype's limitations while maintaining their core strengths
Pre-order Itamar's book "Military Grade Mindset" at militarygrademindset.com
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"If you're just having all these expectations of things that you can't control, you can't have an agreement about or you can't set a standard about, you’ll just get frustrated all the time."
Many think that having high expectations of everyone shows respect and kindness. In reality, unrealistic expectations create frustration and anger, making us treat others worse. This episode breaks down how lowering expectations in specific areas can help us become calmer and more effective leaders.
Key Topics:
- The difference between standards/agreements vs. expectations
- Framework for handling frustration
- Why believing that "everyone is amazing" sets us up for constant disappointment
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"Success isn't about your current competence. It's about your belief in what you can figure out."
In this episode, Itamar Marani and Alex De Fina analyze the mindset tools behind Trump's ability to maintain momentum through resistance. No politics—just clear, actionable strategies for entrepreneurs seeking extreme clarity and peak performance.
Key Topics:
- Unshakable Confidence: The power of eliminating self-deprecating humor
- Internal Narrative: Maintaining momentum through setbacks
- Energy Management: Stop wasting focus on others' opinions
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"The story you tell yourself about what you've been through defines your identity. It’s not the event but how you interpret and grow from it that shapes your future... We are all capable of much more than we imagine"
Glenn Cohen, former chief psychologist of the Mossad and Air Force pilot, shares raw insights from working with Israeli hostages and their families. Drawing from his experience debriefing over 117 released hostages, Glenn reveals powerful lessons about human resilience and mental fortitude that apply to business and life.
Key Topics:
- The key to not letting trauma turn someone into a victim
- “The three circles of resilience”
- Why celebrating small wins matters - even in hell
- Strategic vulnerability as a leadership tool
- Balancing mission focus with emotional release during stressful times
To connect with Glenn go to https://www.glenn-cohen.com/
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“Remember, success isn't just about knowing where you're going - it's about being prepared for the journey ahead.”
In today’s quick episode, I share the one thing people forget to do when setting goals that makes all the difference between success and failure.
Key topics cover:
- Why most goal-setting systems fail
- Inspired January vs. Year long resilience
- How to properly cut down overly ambitious goals
If you’d like to share what price you are willing to pay for your biggest goal in 2025 please send it to me at IM@Itamarmarani.com. I’d love to hear it!
“The guilt. It never ends. And it's true for everybody. It's part of the human condition that there are always new levels of guilt. But guilt and shame in and of themselves, without driving positive action, are unhelpful. They don't help you, and they definitely don't help anyone else.”
In today’s episode, I recap 2024. I open up and share my 3 main lessons, 3 things that excite me about 2025, 1 fitness hack, 3 questions for you to achieve more in 2025.
Key topics cover:
- The 1 frame that puts guilt or shame in their place
- How to deal with fear and pressure
- Itamar’s main challenges this year
To make sure you crush 2025 you can apply to The Arena here:
https://itamarmarani.com/apply
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“This summer I ended up getting second place for over 400K, and then another 220K score a week later. The summer was just full of scores… When you put yourself first in an unselfish manner, you’re able to give everyone else your best version. You have to give yourself permission not to feel guilty about it.”
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Farid Jattin, a professional poker player who openly shares the mindset system he used to crush the last summer in Las Vegas and rise from #27 to #6 in the world.
Key topics cover:
- How to avoid playing off tilt
- A system for dealing with high stress situations
- The 3 main tools for driven individuals to focus on what matters and shut out the rest
To connect with Farid you can go to:
https://www.faridjattinpoker.com/ or
https://www.instagram.com/farid_jattin/
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“I started using this reframe in the biz and hit my Arena goal (+20k rev per month) 10 days later. I did the hard (not really that hard even) things that I've been putting off for years.”
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Brendan Tully to talk about why sometimes overcoming plateaus can be simpler than we think.
Why it’s sometimes not about overcoming fear or some deep seeded self-sabotage, but about finding a reframe that can shift everything
Key topics cover:
- The 3 steps to overcoming self-sabotage
- How to know what general great advice is bad for you personally
- The key components to working less while making more
To connect with Brendan you can go to: https://robotmediaonline.com/
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“Your job is to command your emotions, not foolishly try to eliminate them.”
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. William Jaworski to talk about his book “Ask Aristotle” and break the myth of Stoicism.
We cover why stoicism has become so trendy and why it’s dangerous to follow it to a T.
Key topics cover:
- Self-discipline vs. Self-denial
- Why people fell in love with stoicism despite its faults
- How to avoid the pitfalls of stoicism and be more effective
You can order your copy of “Ask Aristotle” on Amazon or at:
https://altamira.studio/ask
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“It’s like you said, an identity can shatter a thousand beliefs”
What if the next time you thought to yourself “This is hard,” you also thought to yourself, “So what? I love challenges, so LET’S GO!”
In today’s episode, we’re joined by Hursh Dodhia-Shah, an Arena alumni, as he shares how he was able to tap into an identity that overpowered any self-doubt or overwhelm while he was exiting the 7-figure agency he grew.
Key topics covered:
- How to tap into a powerful identity
- When to watch out for micro victimhood and what to do instead
- The effective way to look at challenges
Connect with Hursh on Instagram:
@hurshdodhiashah
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“It doesn't matter if you feel uncomfortable as long as you know you've made the right choice.”
In this episode of the Elite Performance Podcast, I interview a 1 on 1 client, Jason Barnard on how he overcame a fear of growth, starting closing 6-figure deals and graduated from being a savvy marketer to a powerful CEO.
We covered how to identify when emotions negatively impact decision making, how to overcome that… but more importantly when it’s helpful vs unhelpful to put emotions aside.
Key topics covered:
- Overcoming the fear of going big
- The 1:1 meeting setup that makes tough conversations easier
- Why even “positive” emotions can be detrimental… in certain situations.
To learn more about Jason and what he does:
https://kalicube.com/
Guides to help you manage your brand online: https://kalicube.com/guides/
The Google search result for Jason Barnard: https://www.google.com/search?q=jason+barnard
Jason's personal website: https://jasonbarnard.com/
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"A prisoner cannot free himself from his own prison."
In this episode of the Elite Performance podcast, I'm joined by Alex as we discuss how certain parts of us actually want to limit our success and what we can do about it.
We explore why people hold on to these limitations, even when they know they hurt their ability to succeed.
If you feel held back by doubts or self-sabotaging behaviors and want practical tips to overcome them, this episode is for you.
Key topics covered:
- Understanding what positive things you get from your limiting beliefs
- The role of safety and stability in self-sabotage
- Overcoming the fear of growth and success
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Ever find yourself doing a lot but not getting the results you want?
In this episode of the Elite Performance podcast, Alex and I talk about one key question to shift your mindset into elite performance mode:
“Are you problem-focused or emotion-focused?”
Key topics covered:
- How to make sure you keep your eyes on the prize and don’t get distracted by random emotions along the way
- Understanding the difference between problem-focused and emotion-focused mindsets and why we often focus on the wrong things
- How to anticipate and overcome emotional reactions to address actual problems
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In this unique episode of The Elite Performance Podcast, Itamar and Alex break down what happened during the failed Trump assassination and how many of the lessons can be translated to business.
They cover:
- The tactical mistakes the Secret Service made
- A framework to understand risk
- Trump’s reaction and what that says about how he’s wired
- The possibility of conspiracies arising
- How to translate the lessons learned to your business
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“We’re not achieving all we can with what we have in hand”
In today’s episode Jabez Reuben joins us to share his post-Arena story of 10xing his main business while growing 2 new ones by uncovering his hidden blocks.
We cover why he was in a unique position where he didn’t need more frameworks or structures to achieve much bigger success and how to know if you’re in a similar spot.
Topics covered:
- How to know if something is a “surface level distraction” or something important
- The 2 questions to dispel if you’re actually an introvert or not
- What gives someone the confidence to 10x their business
- How to increase your sense of self-worth
- Addition by subtraction to create a better social circle
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In today's episode, I'm joined by Elliot Roe, a mindset expert and the author of the new book, "A-Game Poker: Master The Mental Game, Create A Winning Mindset, & Dominate The Modern Poker Game."
This episode delves into topics that go beyond poker. It features a spirited 'sparring session' where Elliot and I exchange ideas on optimizing mental performance to help you achieve the best results possible.
If you feel like you have a strategy that you know what you should be doing, but you're not able to implement it at times, this episode is for you.
Key topics covered:
- Role of a Mindset Coach in High Performance
- Using Hypnotherapy to Manage Emotional Responses
- Impact of Childhood Experiences on Adult Behaviors
- Visualization Techniques for Overcoming Challenges
- Addressing Severe Trauma and PTSD with Hypnotherapy
To learn more about Elliot and what he does go to: https://primedmind.com/
Elliot’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Game-Poker-Winning-Mindset-Dominate-ebook/dp/B0CQ6FN391
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In this installment of the coaching series Tom and I discuss how he can transition to the new version of his business and the practical steps he needs to take to overcome what currently holds him back from doing that and drains his energy.
Key topics covered:
- Dealing with Change and Client Reactions
- Overcoming Procrastination and Anxiety
- The importance of energy over time
- Utilizing Experiences as Learning Tools
- Tactical ways to adjust business operations to better align with personal and professional goals
To learn more about Tom and what he does go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhine/
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If you find yourself setting big goals but then procrastinating or backtracking to something smaller today’s episode is for you.
In today’s episode Coach Ry Hickey, joins us to share how he 2X’ed his business and went from despair to taking consistent action and going into an upward “success cycle”
Topics covered:
- What helped him 2x the business
- Is having a big world-changing WHY a performance killer?
- What enabled him to do things regardless of how he feels (and why it’s a complete game changer)
- Itamar opens up about his experience with victimhood
To connect with Ry go to: https://www.instagram.com/coach_ryhickey/
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If you’re ready to get unstuck and take both yourself and your business to the next level, apply to The Arena here: https://itamarmarani.com/apply
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To celebrate 50 podcast episodes we asked for questions from the audience. They ranged from performance to fitting into the current world we live in and I tried to answer them as best I could.
Expect to have questions answered around masculine vs. feminine thinking and “toxic masculinity”, my main learnings as a coach so far, my coaching origin story, and thoughts on if it’s “okay to be pretty happy making good money and living a nice comfortable life or is the only valid path to live to relentlessly pursue material goods and wealth?”
Thank you to everyone for the support so far and please share it with a friend who’s driven, but is holding themselves back from being a true elite performer. It would mean a ton to me.
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If you feel stuck between wanting to grow your business and not wanting to sacrifice the lifestyle and freedom you’ve gotten yourself, this is for you.
In today’s episode Neel Parekh, the founder of MaidThis, joins to talk about how he scaled from 3 franchises to 20 while actually having more lifestyle freedom.
He broke down why he hesitated to grow the business and what mental blocks he had to clear in order to almost 7x his business in 2 years.
Topics covered:
- What helped him add more than a million in revenue
- Why wanting external freedom can actually make you feel trapped
- Using different methods to work around paying a price you don’t want to
To connect with Neel on Twitter go: https://twitter.com/NeelBParekh
If you feel stuck and want to scale without sacrificing the lifestyle and freedom you’ve already earned, apply to The Arena here: www.ItamarMarani.com/Apply
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Few things can hurt your success in business more than a divorce, depression, or burning out because you’re dissatisfied with your life and don’t want to play this game anymore.
For 3 years I worked for a billionaire as his head of security. I got to see the good, the bad and everything in between.
In today’s episode, we cover the 3 WORST money mindset lessons I learned from him that can derail your success and the 1 key factor that can help you avoid them.
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In today’s episode Kevin Miller joins us to share his story of going from buying businesses that were on growth trajectories and seeing them falter to 3Xing his current business and putting it into a 10x trajectory on top of that.
We cover the 5 part framework that enabled him to find more business success, but also what allowed him to show up in a better way for his girlfriend, family and most importantly himself.
Topics covered:
- His unique process to make things that used to seem really hard less difficult.
- The difference between people who don’t like where they are vs. those who are willing to do something about it
- What gave him permission to change and to get help
- The “Bacon people”
- Creating an environment where the baseline is higher than your old peak
To connect with Kevin:
https://kevinmiller.info
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Mike Brown, a former F-18 pilot and entrepreneur with an 8 figure exit, turned wealth advisor joins us to talk money stories and why entrepreneurs hold themselves back from true financial success.
In this gem of an episode we cover:
- Why we only allow ourselves to be as successful as we feel we deserve & what to do about it
- The 10 money stories that cause subconscious interference
- Offensive trait vs defensive trait
We also cover money stories of billionaires that Mike and I know and a framework to uncover what money story is holding you back.
To learn more about Mike and his Unbreakable Wealth system:
Social: https://www.instagram.com/mbrown.co/
Unbreakable Wealth Newsletter: https://unbreakablewealth.com/newsletter/
Unbreakable Wealth Application: https://unbreakablewealth.com/application/
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Ever wondered why you made such a bad decision about that employee you hoped would work out or the project you really want to see succeed?
In this episode, Itamar and Alex break down why the projects that we’re most invested in often bring the worst out of us and how to avoid that.
They cover:
- How to avoid our blindspots
- “The Set” and the 4 step process to avoid ineffective decisions
- The 2 most common mistakes that keep entrepreneurs stuck with poor strategies
- How to know when it’s time to change strategy vs. when you simply need more time or effort
- Why we rebranded the podcast
If you enjoyed the podcast please share it with someone you know should be achieving more than they currently are!
For free access to the AI bot to help you uncover “The Set” and where you might have blindspots go HERE.
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In today’s podcast Itamar shares a quick high impact workshop on how to set yourself up to WIN BIG in 2024. It covers:
- Figuring out the one key action that will make the biggest impact for you in 2024
- How to avoid the “Emotion Focused” vs “Problem Focused” trap
- A simple question to remove emotional and mental blindspots
What’s your one big thing for 2024? Share it with us at IM@ItamarMarani.com
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“Show me a man who hasn’t failed and I’ll show you a man who hasn’t tried”
On today’s episode we give you a step-by-step guide on how to debrief your 2023 like an elite special forces operator. Itamar also shares his personal shortcomings and lessons from the year.
We cover:
- Why people avoid debriefing
- Failure
- Poor Debrief vs Effective Debrief
- The “secret sauce question”
- Is celebrating wins beneficial
To download the slides and questions mentioned, go to www.itamarmarani.com/debrief2023
To watch on YouTube go to https://youtu.be/nmUVk0N26X4
P.S. What’s been your biggest lesson this year?
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“If you want to be a strong, confident man, you must be able to take pride in the fact that you see yourself as a better man than most.”
In today’s episode, we break down this highly controversial and “triggering” statement.
Main topics covered:
- Effective vs ineffective humility
- Why humility can be dangerous for men
- The 3 part system to being able to set aggressive goals and have high self-confidence when pursuing them without losing your effective humility
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“You shouldn’t judge people?” Well, why not?
Who came up with this PC nonsense that you shouldn’t judge?
In today’s episode we’ll cover:
- Why you should judge people
- How to do that effectively in order to grow yourself without putting others down
- The 1 emotional divide that separates those who can judge effectively and those who get emotional and volatile.
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“How do I stop negative thinking and switch to more positive thinking?”
In today’s episode Itamar and Alex dive into why that question itself can cause so many people to fall short of their potential and also live an unpleasant life.
They cover:
- The downside of the positive thinking trap
- Passive vs. Active mindsets
- Why trying to be a positive person and following morning routines can build anxiety
“There’s this constant pressure of chasing successful results”
Paradoxically, sometimes focusing on results can actually lead to worse results. In this episode of The Coaching Series, Dave shares his challenges from this past year and why he’s hit a rut.
Itamar and Dave cover how to overcome fear of abandonment, disregard fear of judgment and how those two cause people to fixate on the wrong things.
Listen in to understand why the episode concludes with, "If you try to get the trophy, you'll miss the target. But if you aim for the target, you get the trophy."
Today we’re going to talk about why focusing on limiting beliefs is an amateurish and outdated approach to mindset, emotional fortitude and the whole field of RESULTS oriented inner work.
We break down:
- Why trying to figure out your limiting beliefs can actually keep you in the dark
- How to flush out your blindspots and see what’s actually holding back your success
- The #1 pokey question to ask if someone (or yourself) isn’t willing to let go of a belief they know is both holding them back and is just not true.
Free access to the course on how to uncover mental blindspots and win:
https://itamarmarani.com/efcourse/
Itamar’s personal account of the unprecedented situation in Israel, the Hammas terror attacks against innocent civilians and his frameworks on maintaining a winning mindset during crisis, chaos and dark times.
- The difference between acute and chronic stress and how to handle each
- How to be useful during times of crisis
- How to effectively support and communicate with those affected by crisis + a template
Links for Donations. These organizations have been vetted for legitimacy.
- JGive - National Emergency Fund to Aid War Victims - All donations to JGive are Article 46 tax-deductible
- Entrepreneurs United for EO Israel - Jewish National Fund USA
This is a classic episode from The Elite Foundations archives. Itamar and Dr. Emil go into a deep dive into the subject of boundaries. Setting boundaries has been a very real struggle that Itamar consistently sees in his clients. Listen in for Itamar’s unexpected take on why most people fail to set and maintain their boundaries.
We cover:
- Why setting boundaries is a waste of time and what to do instead
- The #1 thing that you need to have before boundary setting
- How to stop people pleasing
In a case study/workshop episode we cover who needs to put a chip on their shoulder and who probably needs to let go of the one they already have.
We cover:
- The one question that helped three 7-8 figure entrepreneurs become cooler operators
- What’s “Harder than pushing harder”
- How to judge if you should or shouldn’t let go of the chip on your shoulder
To access the resources mentioned in the episode:
www.itamarmarani.com/pod-35-bonus
To watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/D5udm-cYOX0
In a case study/workshop episode we explore why we struggle to get others to respect our boundaries and how we each have a different “frustration line” that can cause resentment.
In this episode we cover:
- A 7 step framework to set better boundaries, have them respected and get more of what you want out of life and business.
- The power of being frustrated at a situation instead of a person.
- The 4 rules of boundary setting
To access the resources mentioned in the episode:
www.itamarmarani.com/pod-34-bonus
To watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uoRuNNTLd0I
In this episode, Rory, a graduate of The Arena Mindset Accelerator joins Itamar and Emil.
Rory talks about the transformation he had and how he came to terms with the fact that he didn’t need to become more, but just realized that he already is more than he gives himself credit for.
As a trained therapist himself, the co-founder of Counselling Tutor, and an award-winning educator Rory also shared a unique perspective on therapy vs coaching.
In this episode Itamar speaks with special guest Andy Morgan, founder of Ripped Body.com, about why you can’t hack the foundational discipline and relying on shortcuts leads to mental fragility.
“People don't want to take responsibility for actually helping themselves out there hoping from some external fix can save themselves.”
In today’s episode we cover:
- Why biohacking becomes a dependency that can make you mentally weak.
- The allure of the silver bullet instead of foundational discipline.
- Why people will fall for things that are too good to be true because they’re looking for something external to save them instead of taking responsibility for their lives.
Link to Andy’s website: www.rippedbody.com
Link to Andy’s podcast: https://podcast.rippedbody.com/
“I’ve known for some time that I’m going to eventually remove them but…”
A lot of us want to be better leaders. But sometimes we confuse the trees from the forest.
In today’s episode we talk about:
- How to not get trapped by a bad employee
- How to empower the #1 asset in your business
- Why time is not your most valuable resource
“I’m afraid to promote my product because I’m afraid someone will say it’s not good enough and I’ll get exposed.”
Not knowing through what tints we see the world through can hurt us.
Just like not being aware that you’re overly pessimistic or overly optimistic can be dangerous, so can not being aware that you have Imposter syndrome.
It can cause you to over exaggerate certain valid logical concerns and end up overcomplicating things.
In today’s installment of the coaching series we’re joined by Ben McAdam who talks about why he’s struggled to promote his current offer and has avoided the lowest hanging fruits.
The things that are the simplest, but most effective to do.
We cove:
- How to be aware of your biases in various situations
- Valid Concern vs. Emotional Worry
- Accepting and expecting emotional road bumps
In this special episode Itamar is Interviewed by Andre Lugo, a specialist in behavior change and theory of constraints.
After researching Itamar’s system, Andre reached out with what he put together. The interview ranges from Andre himself being vulnerable in the hot seat and getting coached to breaking down:
- Why you should clarify your goals before working on your mindset
- How to recognize the point of power and avoid making regrettable decisions
- How to choose consulting clients that will be both enjoyable to work with and get results
To connect with Andre: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-lugo/
Julian had a 7 figure SEO company but he was in his words “doing too much, being burnt out and not being efficient”.
He joins today’s podcast to share the 2 main levers that allowed him to grow revenue and profit in his company while reducing staff and creating a more calm and focused environment.
Tune in to learn what specific data can resolve emotional struggles in business and why resolving a fear of judgment can be a cure for burnout.
To connect with Julian:
https://juliangoldie.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@JulianGoldieSEO
“Is this the logical thing to do or is this me resorting to what’s comfortable again?”
Realizing that we’ve been playing small can light a fire in us to go big… To take our life and business to the next level.
But we have to make sure that we control the flame and that emotional excitement doesn’t override our logic.
In today’s installment of The Coaching Series we are joined by Chris, who’s decided to evolve his trading business and form a hedge fund.
He shares his dilemma about whether he should 2-3x the current business with a couple easy tweaks before selling it and moving on… or if that is just him procrastinating on starting the hedge fund and going BIG.
We covered 2 main frameworks to help him clarify his decision and help him make sure that he makes the correct long term decision instead of letting his emotions get the best of him.
Sherry Walling, joins us to talk about grief, managing stress and her new book “Touching Two Worlds”.
Sherry warns against common pitfalls around loss to be cautious of. Things such as building an identity around losses and feeling entitled to certain behaviors or privileges because of them.
We also cover acute vs chronic stress and when is the right time to process loss.
To learn more about Sherry’s latest book go here: https://www.touchingtwoworlds.com/
Does beating yourself up to go harder get you better results?
In today’s podcast John Ainsworth, an Arena Alumni, joins us to share the steps he took to understand and then let go of the chip on his shoulder and how that’s created 4 consecutive record breaking months.
We talk about distorted views of reality, why a lot of entrepreneurs believe they’re intrinsically lazy and the ineffective ways they try to compensate for that.
Max Hertan, a former 1:1 client of Itamar’s joins us for today’s episode. He touches on his journey to building an 8 figure agency, but we really dive into the meatier and more personal aspects of life and growth.
Why some avoid it, why some don’t accept a part of the process and why external missions have an expiration date for high achievers.
Max also shares his perspective on how he lives a happy life through integrity and why that requires accepting a period of uncertainty that few are willing to accept.
To learn more about Max and his YouTube channel packed with business gems go to:
https://www.youtube.com/@MaxHertan
To watch the specific videos mentioned:
- I Spent $100k on Life Coaches… Here’s What I Learned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmAvPkZAWD0
- How to be Happier Using Tracking
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNQTGsQivpM
“What will others think?... What does this say about me?... And does this mean I’m a failure?”
Sometimes we know that the effective long term thing to do will require us to take a momentary dip. But we resist leaning into it because of fears around what others will think and what we’ll think of ourselves.
In today’s episode we share a 1:1 coaching session Itamar had with a client. The client is a public figure in his field so for privacy sake we have distorted the client’s voice and removed his name.
If you’re struggling to do what intellectually you know would serve future you, listen in. Enjoy this first installment of “The Coaching Series”
Are you going about creating clarity from the outside in or from the inside out?
In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil breakdown the most common mistake that stops entrepreneurs from getting clarity on what they truly want.
They cover:
- How to avoid mimetic desire
- Internal feelings vs. External accomplishments and goal
- The powerful “announcement” question
To get the complimentary micro course mentioned at the end of the episode:
https://itamarmarani.com/efcourse/
Is the reason you’re not taking action a valid logical concern or simply an emotional worry?
In today’s episode Itamar shares the Mindset framework he uses to help clients figure out the most effective path to achieve what they want and have the confidence to action the plan.
Key points covered:
- The 2 questions that clarify the path of least (technical) resistance
- Emotional Worry vs. Logical Concern
- How to understand Risk, Danger and Control
- The “Courage Razor”
Logical Concern vs. Emotional Worry flowchart picture:
http://itamarmarani.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Logical-Concern-vs.-Emotional-worry-flowchart-picture.png
When you boil it down, mindset is an access issue.
Usually, optimizing for external approval causes us to live in fear and play small. I.e. we only access a bit of our potential.
In today’s podcast, we cover a case study of Dave, a client of Itamar who had a fear of judgment and abandonment and how he overcame it by optimizing for pride instead.
They also share the exact mindset tool he used to:
1) Have an $800k day
2) 4 out of the top 5 days of his career within a three week period
“It was the ugliest, scariest and ultimately the biggest and most rewarding work of my life”
In today's episode Ian Horley, a client of Itamar’s joins the podcast to share his transformation on how both his personal life and business have skyrocketed.
He opens the kimono and shares his 7 step roadmap on how he was able to shed the need to prove others wrongs and is finally able to focus on what he wants, play his own game, and win massively in both his personal life and business.
He also gives his very honest perspective on what makes a good coach vs a “bullshit one.”
Get a notepad ready because this episode is packed with practical gems.
The podcast is growing and first off I want to say thank you. Thank you for downloading and trusting me with your time and attention.
Our goal is always to give the most helpful tools in as concise a manner as possible and we want to share these tools with more entrepreneurs and high achievers.
In short we’re looking to have me go on other podcasts and help spread the word.
- If you run a podcast and would like to have me as a guest please reach out and let’s figure out a win/win.
- If you know someone that does and are open to introducing us that would be greatly appreciated.
- If you have any great suggestions for podcast for us to go on that would be great (they don’t have to be massive as long as people like you listen to them)
You can email us the intro to IM@itamarmarani.com or if we’re connected through Facebook you can feel free to connect us there as well.
Connect at: IM@itamarmarani.com
Who dares wins,
Itamar
Who’s the one person you should crave respect from?
What does failure mean about you?
Is discomfort a valid sign or a part of the journey?
In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil summarize the main lessons from the Arena Mindset Accelerator cohort that wrapped up in Q4 of 2022.
They share the 4 main points that the Alumni emphasized helped them make a massive shift.
P.S. If you want to join the next cohort of the Arena Mindset Accelerator you can apply here:
https://itamarmarani.com/apply/
Why do we not do the simple things that we know will lead us to success?
In today’s episode Itamar shares a recent experience of his. How he recognized an insecurity was pulling him to act in ways that didn’t serve him or his business.
Itamar and Dr. Emil cover:
1) How to spot the root issue of why we sometimes overcomplicate things
2) "Why a man who knows his insecurities is a powerful one."
Will your new year's resolution actually make it easier for you to succeed or will it make it more difficult?
Will it create a smoother environment that will result in “an upward spiral” or will it end up creating more friction to an already maxed out system?
In today’s episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover what to do to actually create a new you in 2023. How to avoid failure as your new year's motivation inevitably fades.
For list of prompts mentioned in the episode (no opt-in):
https://bit.ly/3BNN3ls
To apply to the Q1 Arena Mindset Accelerator and claim the early bird special:
https://itamarmarani.com/apply
Subscribe:
https://bit.ly/3vzkXYx
Connect with Itamar:
– Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas
– Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/course
– Apply for the 6 week “The Arena Accelerator”: https://itamarmarani.com/accelerator
Follow Itamar on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/itamarmarani
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Connect with Itamar on LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itamarmarani/
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www.itamarmarani.com
A follow up to the previous podcast. Itamar and Dr. Emil go more in depth on 2 main issues:
1) The Recruiting Method that is a prerequisite to having tough yet productive conversations.
2) The difference between you being rude or standing up to someone else who isn’t being considerate.
Subscribe: https://bit.ly/3vzkXYx
Connect with Itamar:
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Sign up for "3 Quick Ideas Tuesday" (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas
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Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/course
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Apply for the 6 week "The Arena Accelerator": http://itamarmarani.com/accelerator
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Have you ever noticed how people start acting like kids when they visit their family? Even the best of us can revert back to old thought patterns, behaviors and even identities.
In this holiday-relevant episode Itamar and Dr. Emil discuss this important topic. How to enjoy your family holiday without having a mindset regression.
They cover the two main things to be aware of:
1) How to deal with challenging family dynamics.
2) How to avoid identity hangovers when you go back to regular life.
Happy holidays!
Subscribe:
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Connect with Itamar:
– Sign up for “3 Quick Ideas Tuesday” (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas
– Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/course
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Follow Itamar on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/itamarmarani
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www.itamarmarani.com
Often the difference between having an argument instead of a tough yet productive conversation comes down to two things. Clarity and permission.
It’s about you first getting clear on what you actually want in life and then giving yourself permission to speak up instead of holding things in, letting them pent up and priming yourself for a blowout.
In today’s podcast Itamar and Dr. Emil dive deep with tools and insights around these subjects and wrap it up by sharing a 6 step framework on how to have a tough yet productive conversation instead of an unproductive fights and arguments.
Subscribe:
https://bit.ly/3vzkXYx
Connect with Itamar:
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Sign up for "3 Quick Ideas Tuesday" (weekly 2 minute newsletter around mindset and emotional fortitude): https://itamarmarani.com/3ideas
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Get the complete nothing held back Emotional Fortitude micro course: https://Itamarmarani.com/course
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Apply for the 6 week "The Arena Accelerator": http://itamarmarani.com/accelerator
Follow Itamar on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/itamarmarani
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“Mindset is fluffy. It doesn’t really work.. Mindset programs have left me feeling pumped for a bit but then it fades and then it’s back to square one…”
In this episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover what the difference is between good and bad mindset programs, and how to spot and avoid the bad ones.
Listen in to understand why mindset is often deemed as “fluffy, feel-good and woo-woo” and why going a mile wide and an inch deep does not get true results.
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Are the limits of your language putting a ceiling on your success?
In this episode Itamar and Dr. Emil explain how to avoid wasting time on solving the wrong mindset problems.
Listen in to understand the one key thing entrepreneurs need to expand to increase their effectiveness and why labels like “imposter syndrome” are sometimes just unhelpful labels that don't get results.
Also covered in this episode is the paradox of personal improvement vs. business development and how to leverage one for the other.
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Schedule your application call before midnight on October 30th to lock in the old price (even if the call itself will take place after October 30th).
The cohort will start on November 8th and will go for 6 weeks.
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Who dares wins,
Itamar
Is what you want to achieve truly "unreasonable" or is it only unrealistic for someone who’s weighed down by fear, self doubt and insecurities?
In this nothing held back style episode Itamar and Dr. Emil cover 2 main things:
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The biggest reason why some entrepreneurs achieve BIG things and why other’s settle for what they deem possible.
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The nothing held back 6 part system to become the kind of person who keeps achieving “unreasonable” results.
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In this workshop-style episode, Itamar shares a system to resolve mental blocks, insecurities and fear.
Have a notepad ready as he walks you through impactful exercises to:
1) Create clarity on the subconscious mental blocks that influence your behavior.
2) A framework to resolve them
3) A tool to conquer your mind and not let your subconscious dictate your actions... and success.
Get access to the FREE course mentioned at itamarmarani.com/course
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In this episode, Itamar shares how Nathan, a former client, grew his business from 10k to 70k MRR in a few short months by removing one block.
We cover how sometimes what creates the most impact isn’t adding anything, it’s resolving the things that hold us back.
Itamar also introduces the “Hierarchy of Elite Performance” and a simple framework to assess whether you currently need more or less in order to achieve elite performance.
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Rising Through Resilience: Itamar Marani of Marani Consulting On The Five Things You Can Do To Become More Resilient During Turbulent Times, An Interview With Savio P. Clemente
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In this episode Dr. Emil joins us to break down the fear of success, glass ceilings, self sabotage and why people hold themselves back.
Today we’re breaking down a case study of a client who was already doing very well. He had a high 6 figures SaaS product that had very clear product market fit and was incredibly profitable.
He knew he was sitting on a big opportunity but he couldn’t get himself to make the first hires, grow beyond being a solopreneur and really go BIG. He had a specific mental block and he was telling himself a story that was stopping him from taking the actions he knew he should be taking.
We’ll be breaking down the 3 step process that allowed him to finally overcome his self-sabotage, break through a glass ceiling and explaining/sharing how you can apply it yourself.
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In this episode Ben McAdam joins us to talk about his transformation and how several small steps helped him go from working crazy hours for $5-10k months to making $20-40k a month while working three days a week and traveling full time with his wife and children. Ben shares his unique journey and perspective on what helped him finally overcome the imposter syndrome that years of therapy, books, podcasts and masterminds couldn’t help him shake off.
(15:01) - Why Ben almost gave up on overcoming his self limitations
(20:33) - Ben’s Giant Leap/Jump & what you get when you separate emotions from facts
(23:48) - The fundamental thing about imposter syndrome
(24:49) - One of the Most Aggressive, Cringeworthy & Impactful Intervention Tools of "The Arena"
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In this episode Ben McAdam joins us to talk about his transformation and how several small steps helped him go from working crazy hours for $5-10k months to making $20-40k a month while working three days a week and traveling full time with his wife and children. Ben shares his unique journey and perspective on what helped him finally overcome the imposter syndrome that years of therapy, books, podcasts and masterminds couldn’t help him shake off.
(15:01) - Why Ben almost gave up on overcoming his self limitations
(20:33) - Ben’s Giant Leap/Jump & what you get when you separate emotions from facts
(23:48) - The fundamental thing about imposter syndrome
(24:49) - One of the Most Aggressive, Cringeworthy & Impactful Intervention Tools of "The Arena"
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Success in business and personal happiness do not always go hand in hand. In this episode of Emotional Fortitude Podcast, Dr. Emil joins us to discuss the case study of Ian who came from a place of unconscious insecurities to clarity, fulfillment, and joy. Listen to this episode to learn the unconventional steps that will help you find out what do you really want. Itamar and Emil share their perspective on what should be done to reach your full business potential with an experience of happiness.
(03:29) "I suspect that a lot of people spend most, if not all of their lives, battling insecurities"
(14:40) How an emotion of anger can hold you back
(19:00) "Why do I feel I need to prove something?"
(21:01) Your ambition will not be gone if you change the perspective
(27:25) Follow these steps to gain clarity
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In this episode Noel Andrews joins us for a very honest conversation about his transformation and what getting clear on what you want in life can do.
He discusses the challenging lifestyle changes that his realization about what he wanted out of life demanded, strategic thinking and why both of those led to him growing his mid five figure side project to a mid 6 figure business that finally allowed him to quit his lucrative day job.
(06:45) How not being aware of your subconscious can deny you next-level opportunities
(10:58) How your outdated version of success could be holding you down
(17:28) The single most powerful thing that transformed Noel's life for the better
(19:32) What's the first step in the right direction and what's a "niggle"
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In this episode we share how Nathan, a former client, grew his business from 10k to 80k MRR in a few short months just by nailing in the 4th and final rung of the “Hierarchy of Elite Performance.”
We share a simple and tangible framework to help you, the listener, clarify what rung of the Hierarchy of Elite Performance you're on and what's holding back your next big jump.
(01:56) Even the worlds best mindset won't help someone if they don't have this locked in.
(07:05) How different levels of success require different levels and different kinds of discomfort.
(15:14) The final step to elite performance and what causes entrepreneurs to hold themselves back or self sabotage
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In this episode, Scott Philips joins us for a second time. Scott first shared his unbelievable story on the Elite Foundations podcast and people kept asking for round #2.
Business wise, Scott went from 10K a month to 3 million dollars a month in less than two years.
He shares how he went from the lowest of lows and accepting mediocracy in life where he is today. How he stepped up, changed the core of who he was and the one main thing that lead him to achieve an incredible and inspiring life.
Scott's unique unique blend of honest vulnerability and savage intensity created another fascinating episode full of unbelievable stories and impactful lessons.
(22:32) Open mental loops, eliminating drama and addition by subtraction, the tangible steps Scott took to start turning his life around
(33:52) How setting ludicrous goals can result in achieving real self esteem
(39:08) Become the best you can be by deciding what you want and who you need to become to win
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In this first episode Itamar takes us back to where it all started. He talks about his biggest failure in the special forces, the run in with Al Qaeda and his work with the Mossad’s top psychologist.
We dive into the three core fears, the motivation fallacy and why most entrepreneurs are unknowingly chasing fool's gold when it comes to elite sustainable performance.
(09:35) The most impactful thing I learned from working with the Head Psychologist of the Mossad
(18:31) The Action Equation. Why most people can't take the necessary actions to get to their desired outcome and why motivation alone won't get you there
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