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Join us as we discuss how to use the principle of social proof to reach your goals. Episode inspired by the Book "Influence:  The Psychology of Persuasion"  by Robert B Cialdini We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

The guys share what they've learned about life by reading a book on running.  This episode is inspired by Dr. Kelly Starrett and his book title "Ready to Run".  If you run or just want to know how to take better care of your body pick it up today. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

This show was inspired (once again) by James Clear.  Check him out. Warren Buffett's "20 Slot" Rule:  How to Simplify Your Life and Maximize Your Resutls - James Clear

The guys are back from summer vacation and ready to share more strategies and ideas on how to be your best. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

In this 4th of July episode, Jeff and Steve discuss a strategy for achieving postive outcomes in life. This episode was inspired by Ohio Football coach, Urban Meyer's Positive Thinking Program led by the team's leadership coach, Tim Kight. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

In this episode, Jeff and Steve discuss how approaching life as practice leads to better results with less stress. This episode was inspired by Karen X. Cheng and her giveit100.com project.  Be sure to go check it out. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

In this episode, Jeff and Steve discuss why success in any venture is more a function of showing up...than being smart or talented. This episode was inspired by James Clear's "What I Do When I Feel Like Giving Up" article and Angela Lee Duckworth's Ted Talk "The Key to Success? Grit" We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

In this episode, Jeff and Zack discuss the importance of getting out there and competing in an sporting event to break through a life plateau. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.  

In this episode the guys share some simple strategies to finding happiness.  It's a lot easier than you think. Smart people we mention in this show: Shawn Achor The happy secret to better work Maurice Cheeks National Anthem with Natalie Gilbert We Learn Nothing: Essays: Tim Kreider Eric Barker's Barking Up The Wrong Tree

In this episode, Jeff shares how he was reminded the importants of taking breaks when he nearly ran out of gas on the interstate.   We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes.    

Do you maintain a personal code?  In this episode Jeff and Steve discuss developing a personal code to conduct to live an exceptional life.  We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes. This show was inspired by Zach Even-Esh and his relentless pursuit of all things Strength.  He can be found at undergroundstrengthcoach.com    

What are you reading and listening to each day?  One of the best ways to feed the good wolf is to be deliberate with what you allow into your mind and what you don't.  To help you get started we offer some of the books, and podcast that inspire us. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes. Books we reference in the show:  (link to Amazon) The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Essentialism Swtich The Art of Work The War of Art The Checklist Manifesto Antifragile Do Over    

This week we talk about the science of why experiences are better than stuff. We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes. Books we reference in the show (Link to Amazon): Happy Money:  The Science of Happier Spending  Do Over: Rescue Monday, Reinvent Your Work and Never Get Stuck The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity  

This week we discuss an old story about the battle waged within us all.   We'd like to extend a special thanks to our show sponsor Chisel Creative Studio. Burnt Red Sun performed by Bazile Mills can be found on Itunes. The Unbeatable Mind training program

This week Jeff admits eating well consistently is one of his biggest challenges.  Knowing what you should eat and what you should avoid is different than actually doing it.   The guys offer some simple strategies to get started on a healthy eating program. Music by Bazille Mills - Burnt Red Sun Show Sponsored by Chisel Creative   Robb Wolf Chris Kresser Whole 30

The A&Y crew share a simple strategy guaranteed to build your commitment and resolve. Music by Bazille Mills - Burnt Red Sun Show Sponsored by Chisel Creative

This week we talk about the importance of having a launch sequence guarantee you have a good day! A special thanks to our friends Bazile Mills for sharing their new song  "Burnt Red Sun" with us.   Check them out on Itunes  

The crew is back this week to get real about goals and what to do when you get off track. 1.  Lean on your accountability partner/coach 2.  Shring the Hurdle so you can step over it 3.  Start right now...don't wait until next monday.   Music provided Bazile Mills.  

This week we talk about fear and how it's getting in the way of you success and happiness.   A special thanks to our friends Bazile Mills for sharing their new song  "Burnt Red Sun" with us.   Check them out on Itunes The inspiration for this episode came from The Flinch by Julien Smith .  Be sure to check it out.    

If you take away anything from this show it should be to start using "Hell Yes or No" to make decisions on how you invest your time.  It will change your life. A special thanks to our friends Bazile Mills for sharing their new song  "Burnt Red Sun" with us.     Books by people much smarter than us on this subject: Procrastinate on Purpose - Rory Vadin The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey Essentialism - Greg Mckeown Getting Things Done - David Allen   Things we love: Architype Coffee Aeropress