The Entrepreneur DNA

The Buffalo Mentality: Facing Challenges and Choosing Your Hard | Cole Taylor | EP 83

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Aug 25, 2025
Join Cole Taylor, a transformed entrepreneur who went from overweight to ultra-fit while building a thriving business empire. He shares his philosophy on embracing discomfort as a key to growth, emphasizing resilience and the athlete's mindset. Cole delves into personalized nutrition and sustainable habits, advocating for tailored dietary approaches over trends. He also discusses the importance of aligning one's identity with goals and transforming hardships into opportunities, inspiring listeners to unlock their full potential.
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INSIGHT

Choose Your Hard

  • Life is hard either way, so choose the kind of pain that moves you forward.
  • Chase the pain that shortens suffering like a buffalo running into the storm.
ANECDOTE

Training For A 100-Miler Despite Hating Running

  • Cole trains for ultra marathons despite disliking running.
  • He uses painful training as a tool to build resilience and perspective for travel delays and setbacks.
ADVICE

Start With Identity, Not Tactics

  • Begin with mindset: decide who you need to become before choosing tactics.
  • Train and eat as an athlete to prioritize performance; aesthetics follow as a byproduct.
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