Success Through Failure With Jim Harshaw Jr | Goal Setting, Habits, Mindset And Motivation For Sports, Business And Life

#519 8 Tactical Mindset Upgrades for Men Who Are Tired of Being Stuck-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYYou’ve been told to “believe in yourself” your whole life, but no one showed you how. The version of you that gets the results you want thinks differently than you do right now.If positive thinking actually worked, you wouldn’t still be stuck… and that uncomfortable truth is exactly where this episode begins. I’m breaking down why mindset for success isn’t about hype, surface-level motivation, or repeating clichés you’ve heard since high school sports. It’s about the deep, subconscious beliefs that quietly drive your behavior, your confidence, and ultimately your results.I’ve watched high-achieving men grind themselves into exhaustion—great work ethic, strong discipline, yet still battling self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and that invisible ceiling that never seems to move. In this episode, I show you why belief drives behavior, why identity beats

#518 Bigger Than Winning: How to Raise the Level of Excellence in Your Life and Everyone Around You (with Jim Murphy)-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYIf your identity is tied to your results, you’re one bad day away from collapse— and Jim Murphy is here to prove it.The moment you stop trying to prove yourself is the moment you actually start performing.What if your obsession with winning is the very thing keeping you from performing like a champion?In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I sit down with Jim Murphy, the mind behind Inner Excellence and the book “The Best Possible Life,” whose work quietly shows up in some wild places— like on the NFL sidelines in the hands of All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown. We talk about mental toughness under pressure, not as a cliché, but as a spiritual, heart-level skill set for real life: sales pitches, hard conversations, big presentations, and yes, Game 7 moments.Jim shares how losing his d

#517 Master Your Mind, Master Your Life: Tom Brady’s Secret to Super Bowl Comebacks (REPUBLISHED)-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYEver notice how “less qualified” people pass you? Most men are imprisoned by beliefs they never chose. This episode hands you the key.You don’t rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your beliefs, and most men never check theirs.Some high-achieving men are stuck not because of skill gaps, but belief gaps. You can have the résumé, the discipline, the work ethic… and still hit the same ceiling year after year.That’s why grinding harder won’t save you. More productivity hacks, more hustle, more late nights— they just help you stay stuck faster. What you really need is a Cognitive Conversion: a mindset shift that finally aligns what you believe with what you’re capable of.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I give you the exact process I use to break the beliefs that quietly sabotage

-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYWhat if the life that looks “successful” on paper is the one keeping you stuck?Most men think success means stability: a good job, solid income, steady life. But what if that comfort is the very thing keeping you stuck?In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man”  podcast, I sit down with Brian Michel, an executive coach, ultra-endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and our newest Pathfinder Coach, who left corporate comfort to chase something bigger. We talk about how he went from a “good job” to a great life, the mindset that carried him through 100-mile races, and how faith and active surrender helped him find peace in uncertainty.Brian also shares the two-year plan that made his leap possible, the lessons he learned balancing family, business, and faith, and how intentional living helped him finally align his work with his purpose.If you’ve ever felt stuck in success— comfortable but restless— this conv

#515 4 Biblical Principles for Building Bulletproof Confidence-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYWhat if the missing piece to your success isn’t another strategy, but learning to let go?Confidence isn’t built in the gym or the boardroom, it’s built in how you think when no one’s watching.You don’t need another “how-to” to feel confident. You already know what to do— eat better, train harder, be more consistent. But confidence isn’t about information. It’s about what you believe when things get hard.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I unpack how faith (yes, even if yours looks different than mine) can be the missing link between striving and peace. I’ll walk you through the four enemies of confidence every high-performing man faces, and how faith flips each one on its head.You’ll hear stories of Kyle Guy stepping up to the free-throw line with everything on the line, A.J. Brown finding peace in pressure, and lessons I learned f

#514 How to Reverse Engineer Your 10-Year Dream into Daily Action (With Fitness Coach Todd Durkin)-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYIf working harder was the answer, why are so many high performers burned out, over-caffeinated, and sleep deprived?What if the secret to sustainable success isn’t more hustle, but better habits? In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, I sit down with Todd Durkin— internationally recognized strength and conditioning coach, motivational speaker, and best-selling author who’s trained legends like Drew Brees, Michael Chandler, Olympic medalists, and top entrepreneurs. Todd’s reputation is elite, but what makes this conversation powerful is how real he gets about his own battles with burnout, injury, and rebuilding his mindset from the ground up.After listening to Todd, you’ll walk away with: the 3-2-1 evening routine that fixes your sleep and sets up your mornings, the Productive Pause that turn

#513 Why Men Fail at Simple Habits— but Win Big With Challenges-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYYou already know what you should be doing— working out, making the sales calls, being more present at home. The problem isn’t knowledge. The problem is execution. In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, I break down the framework that turns “I’ll start tomorrow” into “I did it today!”From my years as a Division I wrestler to building a coaching community of high-achieving men, I’ve seen one truth over and over: clarity, commitment, and accountability beat motivation every single time. That’s why men crush challenges like 75 Hard, Whole30, or Exodus 90— and why my clients start getting results before the program even begins.I’ll show you why making a public commitment instantly upgrades your discipline, how the Hawthorne Effect can change your habits overnight, and why “holding yourself accountable” is one of the biggest lies

#512 How 5 World-Class Performers Turned Failure into Success-----You’re not afraid of failure. You’re afraid people will see you fail. The good news? No one will remember.Success doesn’t happen DESPITE failure. It comes BECAUSE of it. And the research proves it.Success doesn’t come to the man who never fails. That man doesn’t exist. Success comes to the one who knows how to turn failure into fuel.In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man,” I dive deep into the role of failure in success and why it’s not just inevitable— it’s essential.From Tom Hopkins’ bold take to Tim Ferriss’ reminder that failure only matters if you learn from it, I unpack powerful insights and research from the Kellogg School of Business and Harvard Business Review that prove failing fast and trying again is one of the greatest predictors of long-term success.You’ll hear stories of world-class performers who turned their struggles into stepping stones: bestselling author Steven Pressfield battling decades of rejection befor

#511 How Dean King Turned Danger Into Discipline and Storytelling Into Purpose-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYDean King got shot at, crossed the Sahara by camel, and still says the real challenge is letting go of control.Comfort is the slowest form of failure, and most men don’t notice it until it’s too late.Men who step into the hard stuff aren’t thrill-seekers— they’re just done pretending comfort leads anywhere worth going.Most men don’t need more comfort; they need a good punch in the gut from reality.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I sit down with Dean King, award-winning author of “Skeletons on the Zahara,” “Guardians of the Valley,” and a dozen other nonfiction thrillers. But these aren’t just stories— Dean lives them. He’s survived camel-back expeditions across the Sahara, dodged bullets in West Virginia while researching the Hatfields and McCoys, and walked the Portuguese Camino with his daughter, all in pursuit

#510 How I Trained My Mind to Stop Avoiding Discomfort-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYYou say you want to grow— but not if it’s uncomfortable.If it doesn’t suck a little, it’s probably not worth doing.Do you want to grow? But do you also want comfort? You can’t have both.In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man,” I revisit one of my most replayed— and most needed— episode about the role of pain and discomfort in personal growth, mental toughness, and living a meaningful life. Whether you’re building a business, chasing a goal weight, or trying to reignite your relationships, you’re going to face resistance. And that’s a good thing.I share personal stories from nearly quitting mid-marathon training to battling limiting beliefs that I’m just “not a runner,” plus insights from clients, Navy SEALs, and high performers who chose the hard path and reaped the reward. You’ll discover how to shift from “just grinding” to inspired action b

#509 The #1 Leadership Mistake That’s Quietly Killing Your Team— With Ross Bernstein-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYRoss Bernstein has been in more championship locker rooms than most coaches— what he found in them might change the way you lead.You’ve heard of speaking on stages... but what about a keynote on a research vessel off the coast of Antarctica? That’s just one of the wild stories Ross Bernstein brings to this episode— but the real gold lies in his hard-earned insights on championship team culture, elite leadership, and the line between gamesmanship and integrity.Ross has interviewed over 1,000 pro athletes, written 50+ books, and keynoted on seven continents. But what matters most? What he’s learned about the DNA of winning teams, and how that applies to your boardroom, locker room, or even your very own living room.In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, we talk about what great leaders actually do, why cul

#508 3 Reasons You Don’t Have Enough Time (and How to Fix Each One)-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYIf you're constantly saying “I don’t have enough time,” it’s not because your calendar is full… it’s because prioritizing the wrong things.I’ve worked with hundreds of high-achieving men— former athletes, business leaders, and busy professionals— and one theme comes up again and again: they struggle to make time for what matters most.In this solo episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man,” I break down the three real reasons high-achieving men stay stuck in the loop of busyness— and more importantly, how to break out.You’ll hear why your lack of direction is costing you more than you think, why leadership isn’t about having a title but about managing your life, and how your environment might be sabotaging your success without you even realizing it.I’m not offering hacks or feel-good mantras. I’m giving you the exact mindset shift that he

#507 How Anthony Robles Built Unstoppable Confidence (With One Leg and No Excuses)-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYThey saw a disability. Anthony Robles saw an opportunity– .and he’s got the medals (and scars) to show for it.He was born without a right leg. Doctors had no answers. At five years old, he climbed a 50-foot pole by himself. By 22, he was an NCAA champion.This is the story of Anthony Robles— a three-time All-American wrestler, the 2011 NCAA National Champion, and a Nike-sponsored athlete who turned every so-called “limitation” into a competitive edge.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, Anthony reveals the mindset that made him unstoppable: from walking into his first wrestling practice just to “see what he was capable of,” to breaking a Guinness World Record, building a speaking business, and becoming a powerful example for anyone chasing personal greatness.We get into mental toughness, building a resilience game p

#506 13 Lessons from the Pathfinder Retreat That Will Transform Your Next 30 Days-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY22 men walked into the Pathfinder Retreat. What they left with wasn’t what they expected.What happens when a room full of high-performing men— entrepreneurs, executives, husbands, and dads— drop their titles, leave the chaos behind, and finally get real?In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I take you behind the scenes at the very successful 2025 Pathfinder Retreat, so you can also benefit from what we learned at the comfort of your own home.We came together last May to sharpen our edge professionally. But what happened had little to do with tactics and everything to do with vulnerability, honest reflection, and resetting what really matters.I’m breaking down the 13 unexpected lessons that emerged from that weekend. From why “low-hanging fruit tastes just as good” to what one guy called “Good Dude Ville”— and why tha

#505 Alcohol Is Killing Your ROI: The Science Behind How One Drink Costs You $684 with James Swanwick-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYWhat if your next drink is quietly costing you $684?Could quitting alcohol be the simplest, most underrated high-performance move of your life?You don’t have to hit rock bottom to be sabotaging your potential… just pour another “harmless” drink.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I sit down with James Swanwick, former ESPN anchor turned founder of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, who exposes a truth that most high achievers don’t want to hear: even moderate drinking might be the very thing keeping you from peak performance.From that moment at IHOP to building a 7-figure business and landing a dream job at ESPN (with zero TV experience), James walks us through how ditching alcohol became his ultimate unfair advantage.We unpack the neuroscience of alcohol, the social lies we believe about “bonding” and cel

#504 The 9-Step Framework for Rapid, Lasting Change-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYRapid change isn’t magic— it’s a system. Here are the 9 ways to make it work…Reading more books or listening to more podcasts won’t change your life. But this 9-step framework will… and fast.In this episode of the “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, I reveal the real reason why some people stay stuck— despite discipline, drive, and doing “all the right things.”We’re going to talk about the 9-step rapid change framework I’ve used to help hundreds of men go from frustrated to fulfilled in a matter of weeks. This isn’t theory. It’s the same system my clients (they’re called Pathfinders) are using to drop weight, reconnect with their families, and finally get momentum in their careers.I’ll walk you step-by-step through the exact process: from getting clear on your “why” to building real accountability, feedback loops, and daily habits that actually stick.I

#503 Anthony Trucks on the Identity Gap: Why You’re Not Getting the Results You Want-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYYou’ll never outperform the man you believe you are. Anthony Trucks breaks down the real reason why you're stuck.What if the biggest reason you're stuck… is you?In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode with former NFL player turned transformation expert Anthony Trucks, we unpack how identity— not tactics— is the true lever of transformation, and why success without self-worth is a dangerous trap most high-achieving men fall into.Anthony shares how he hit rock bottom— divorced, broke, hungover in a condo— and how a single realization gave him back his power: “I was the common denominator in all of my problems.” From there, he built his comeback on what he calls “Dark Work,” the unseen grind that forges real, lasting change.If you’re a former athlete, a high-performer, or just a man who knows there’s another lev

#502 Seeds Don't Matter: The Underdog Formula to Win in Life, Business, and Sport-----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYI didn’t become an All-American until I gave up trying to win. Sounds crazy, right? But it changed everything.I used to think success was all about doing “more”— more reps, more work, more grind. But the truth hit me like a Mack truck… inside a packed arena with 19,000 people watching a nobody beat an Olympic gold medalist.In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I unpack what I witnessed at the NCAA Wrestling Championships: An underdog mindset masterclass featuring Wyatt Hendrickson and Olympic gold medalist Gable Stevenson.We dive deep into why seeds don’t matter, why letting go of outcomes can unlock elite performance, and how to build an Environment of Excellence that turns potential into results.You’ll also learn the 3 essential ingredients every underdog needs to win— on the mat, in business, or in life. This

#501 How Luke Peters Built and Sold an $80M Business (And What He’d Do Differently)-----Chasing revenue is the fastest way to stay stuck. Luke Peters built an $80M business by doing the opposite.Everyone wants an 8-figure exit... until they realize what it actually takes. Luke Peters accomplished the exit and shares what he’d do differently. He started out making 25 cents an hour in his family’s donut shop. He barely scraped through high school, became a hazardous waste scientist, and then he spotted a strange little opportunity online: portable air conditioners.Most people would’ve shrugged it off. Luke leaned in.Fast forward a few years, he’s running an $80M company, built from scratch, with zero investors.You know those stories where someone “falls into success”? This isn’t that. Luke earned every inch. And in this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man,” he breaks down exactly how he did it.We dive into how he bootstrapped his business, scaled smart (without losing his mind), and built a team tha

#500 The 500 Challenge: 30 Days, 3 Minutes, Zero Excuses -----Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTIONFree Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLYA Navy SEAL, a blind mountaineer, and a pastor walk into a podcast… and reveal the secret to winning at life.500 episodes and hundreds of elite performers have taught me one shockingly simple truth that no one talks about.Somewhere along the way, you were told that success is about working harder, grinding longer, and pushing through exhaustion. That’s the formula, right? Then why does it feel like, no matter how much effort you put in, you’re still spinning your wheels?What if I told you that some of the world’s highest achievers— Navy SEALs, elite athletes, and multimillion-dollar entrepreneurs— are actually working LESS than you… and winning MORE?Sounds like clickbait, but it’s not. It’s the truth.In this milestone 500th episode of the “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, I’m breaking down the most overlooked success habit that could change eve