DREAM THINK DO I Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy

On this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast., we take a deep dive and look at the IMT Model, or the "Better Thinking" Planning Tool. We'll look at how this model can help you fulfill your dreams. Listen To The Podcast:      When it comes to making plans in order to reach goals, keeping it simple is usually the best way to go. If you’re like me, then it’s easy for the planning stage to trip you up, to get in your head, make you feel overwhelmed, and maybe even cause you to dream a little smaller. We need a way to think better! That’s why I’m doing another deep dive; this time it’s to talk about the IMT Model. The IMT Model breaks up tasks into three categories, so you can get clear, get "un-stuck" and get results! In this episode I explain each category, giving you examples and questions to guide you. You’ll even learn how to get a FREE pdf for The Better Thinking Planning Tool that will walk you through to model, so you can always have it on hand when inspiration strikes! [Tweet "“Working toward a goal for just 15 minutes a day, 5 days a week, adds up to 62 hours a year.” @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] Don’t stumble over the planning stage. You have an amazing dream, and it’s time for you to reach it. Now with this model you can get there faster than ever!! “If you were going to focus on one of your big goals over the next three months, what would you pick?”     RESOURCES   Mitch@MitchMatthews.com

On this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast., I'm joined by Seth Bolt, one of the founding members of the award-winning band NEEDTOBREATHE and an awesome businessman. Let's talk simple truths and tree houses. Listen To The Podcast:      My guest for today's episode has definitely been living the "DREAM.THINK.DO." life. At 16, he started his own recording label.  He's a founding member of one of the best bands on the planet... NEEDTOBREATHE.  He's played his heart out on Ellen, Letterman, and Kimmel. And now, he's written a best-selling book that is literally saving thousands of lives. That's right. Today, I'm joined by none other than Seth Bolt. During our convo, Seth shares some great stories and some freakishly awesome tips to help you dream bigger, think better and do more!  Please check out this episode and share it with a friend too. SPECIAL NOTE: Also be sure to check out Seth's book, Breaking Out of a Broken System. All of the proceeds go towards purchasing malaria fighting medicines around the world. Grab a copy and you can save a life while you learn to live your dreams!   [Tweet "“You’ve got to be in fertile soil for your dreams to take root.” @DrSethBolt @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] During our conversation, Seth shares a few of his highs and lows while being with the band, and gives us the inside scoop on how childhood friends grew up and became rock stars! Believe it or not, Seth was already making nearly $50 an hour while he was still in high school! And now he’s here to teach you how to see money as a tool, and use it to achieve your dreams and hopefully make other’s lives a little better in the process. “I feel alive when I’m doing something that feels like it’s outside myself or is going to inspire other people.” Seth also discusses how important it is to surround yourself with the right people and learn from those who inspire you. Sometimes all it takes is a dinner date. Plus, you’ll discover the tools you need to create the right environment so your dreams can flourish! There are so many amazing achievements that you can accomplish, all you need are the strategies that will get you started. “When you give money away, when you help people… it comes back around.” RESOURCES   Click here to check out two free chapters of Seth's book. Text:  dreamseth to 33444

Where are we heading? What’s the newest trend? Find out on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast with Jeffrey Slayter. Listen To The Podcast:      Where are we heading? What’s the newest trend? Find out on this episode as I’m joined by Jeffrey Slayter, one of the world’s leading social forecasters! Jeffrey is a speaker, author, and consults with the leaders of many Fortune 500 companies; he’s here to give you the scoop on how to be successful and give you a head’s up on what to expect down the road. [Tweet "“If I don’t do something different, my life is going to be filled with traffic.” @JeffreySlayter @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] Jeffrey shares several of his personal stories, from what drove him to do something different with his life to his first entrepreneurial win, and he gives you the tidbits he learned along the way.  You’ll discover how to gain the lifestyle you want but still remain grounded in the here and now.  Plus, get a glimpse of the future! “If I ask for what I want I’ll have a better chance of getting it.” Successful corporations are no longer leaving their humanness at the door, they’re transforming.  Find out what the CEO’s are doing to remain successful, sustainable, and bring about change, then learn how you can create a transformational experience for yourself! The way leaders look at the world is changing; listen in and act so you can be at the forefront of this shift! “It’s a mistake I’ve made: shooting for the stars but leaving Earth.”   RESOURCES Jeffreyslayter.com

Whether it’s right now or 10 years from now, that job you want or company you’d love to work for is in your reach, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast with JT Fox. Listen To The Podcast:      Is it “realistic” to want a dream job? Do they even exist? If they do… how do you get one? Well, it’s possible. Just ask J.T. Fox. I first met J.T. at Chicago O’Hare when we were both traveling to the same conference. While we were chatting, I uncovered that J.T. had a dream of working for Fox Racing. It seemed impossible at the time. But after our conversation, J.T. decided to pursue it anyway. Now, 20 months later, JT is joining me on the DREAM.THINK.DO. podcast. AND… get this: He did the interview from Fox Racing's headquarters, where he now works! I can tell you that this is one of my favorite D.T.D. interviews! In it, J.T. shares his inspiring story of getting in the door at Fox Racing. Plus, we dig into some practical strategies YOU can use too! [Tweet "“The more people you tell, the more people are going to remind you day to day.” - J.T.Fox, @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] Are you obsessed with Prada, and you’d love to help them work their magic? Do you swear by your Mathews bow, and you’d love to help them make it even better? Heck, maybe you LOVE the mission of Tom’s shoes and want to help them spread more of their "good stuff" around the world? These types of dream jobs may seem impossible. But listen in, get inspired, get equipped and turn YOUR dream job into reality! J.T. did and you can too!   RESOURCES Text: dreamthinkdo to 33444

Today is a deep dive on the 5 W’s of experimenting with your dreams, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    DON’T follow your dreams. Yeah, you read that correctly. And yes, this is still the same podcast. I don’t want you to follow your dreams because your dreams aren’t something that you should chase.  It shouldn’t sound as if they’re almost always out of reach. Instead, I want you to experiment with your dreams!  That’s what this episode is about: a deep dive on the 5 W’s of experimenting with your dreams. As you probably know, the entire Dream. Think. Do. revolution is modeled after the scientific method, so of course I encourage you to experiment! Experimenting allows you to learn quickly and limit risk so that your dream is even more attainable. Therefore, I’m giving you 5 easy questions that will help you investigate effectively. [Tweet "“When you figure out your why, your how will come.” @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] What, When, What, Who, and Why. These 5 W’s (and yes, I’m aware that I used “what” twice) are the simple questions you can answer to start your experiment and keep it going even in the face of doubt and excuses. I break down each W and give you personal examples that you can apply to your own dreams. Are you sick of following your dreams everywhere but never getting to catch them? Then take control! Listen in to discover the 5 easy questions that will help you test your dreams and find the best way to make them a reality. Don’t follow; experiment! “Make experimenting with your dreams the new mindset.”     RESOURCES Text: dream5w to 33444

Joining me today is none other than John Lee Dumas, the podcasting sensation!  Are you ready to take command of your day?  To figure out what you want and go for it?  Then you’re ready for this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast. Listen To The Podcast:    Joining me today is none other than John Lee Dumas! His podcast, "Entrepreneur on Fire," has gone global with over 1 million listeners.  Plus, the podcast generates over $250,000 in revenue every month!  Most importantly, John is having a positive impact on the tribe he feels called to help... entrepreneurs! “If you want to be, then do.” What inspired him to begin this successful venture? How does he continue setting new goals? How can he fit 8 back to back interviews in one day? What keeps him motivated as his business continues to grow?  You’ll learn the answer to all of these and more! John talks about his strategies for getting clear on goals and then following through for the optimal chance of success (which incidentally is the subject of his new book, The Freedom Journal). Success can be blinding; that’s why it’s important to ensure you’re doing something the right way, not just the way that’s worked well in the past. Plus, John discusses how having a system in place allowed him to crank out more products while still giving him more free time than ever before. [Tweet "“If it’s not a hell yes, it’s a no.” @johnleedumas @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] Are you ready to take command of your day? To figure out what you want and go for it? Then you’re ready for this episode. You’re ready to dream bigger, think better, and do more!! “Have patience, have fun, trust in what you’re doing, and IGNITE.”     RESOURCES Text: ignitebook to 33444

Author of 30 Days to 1K, Adam Carroll shares the importance of financial literacy on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast Listen To The Podcast:    Let's face it. Money is one of those things that can limit people and their ability to pursue their big dreams! Can I get an amen? That’s why I’ve asked financial ninja and wealth-building expert, Adam Carroll, to join us for this week's DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast! Adam is a great friend of mine, he’s the host of the "Build a Bigger Life" podcast, he's the author of the best selling book "30 Days to 1 K", and he's spoken at over 500 different colleges across the country. Plus, recently he was asked to speak at a TEDx event in London! Personally, I use his strategies every day to help me be more financially savvy, and now you can too! [Tweet "“I think there’s a big difference between being risky and taking calculated risks.” @AdamCarroll"] Adam’s passion for finance stemmed from his desire for freedom and flexibility, which I believe is something we can all get behind. His strategies are simple and easy to follow. Plus, he offers concepts that you can start to use immediately... no matter where you're at financially. Money is so often the factor that causes people to delay their dreams or to not pursue them at all.  Don’t let that happen to you! Build financial awareness and confidence so you can take that trip or start that new career.  Plus, with this episode, you’ll gain some awesome strategies for helping your children to be financially literate too. Listen in to learn how to fund your dreams, and get started right away!   RESOURCES Here's Adam's talk from the TEDx event in London:   Additional Resources: Adamspeaks.com Build a Bigger Life podcast Text: dreamthinkdo  to 33444

Today is a deep dive; just you and me getting to the nitty-gritty of masterminds groups and how to make yours a successful one, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast Listen To The Podcast:    You’ve asked, we’ve listened! This episode is a deep dive. That's right.  Just YOU and me getting to the nitty gritty of what mastermind groups are and how to make them work for you. If you don't know, a Mastermind Group is a small group of like-minded people who meet on a regular basis to discuss and encourage each other's goals and dreams. Masterminds are an incredible tool.  In fact, Ben Franklin (YES... THAT Ben Franklin) credits his own mastermind with much of his success. But how do you do it?  How do you make it work in YOUR world? Well, that's what we go after in this week's DREAM.THINK.DO. episode! “Deliberately seek people who influence you to think and act on building the life you desire.” - Napoleon Hill Since I want you to experience the fulfillment of an effective mastermind, I’m giving you the "5 C’s of a Successful Mastermind." These are 5 keys to making a mastermind work your world. [Tweet "“If you want that kind of relationship, first you have to offer it.” @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] Mastermind groups can definitely help you to dream bigger, think better and do more of the amazing things you were put on the planet to do.  So let's dig into how you can use this and make it work for you!     RESOURCES Text: dream36 to 33444 To download the "Cheat Sheet" click here.

Front Row Foundation’s Jon Vroman gives you tips for how to think big, to take charge of your life and accomplish your dreams, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast Listen To The Podcast:    Do you have a great idea, but feel like you don’t have what it takes to accomplish it? Like you don’t know the right people, don’t have the right family name, or maybe even don’t have the right number in your bank account? If so ...your big dreams are being crippled by that small thinking. It’s time to change those thoughts! But how do you do it? That's what this week's DREAM.THINK.DO. episode is all about. This week, I talk to Jon Vroman. Jon Vroman used to live small, literally. In 10th grade, he was 4’10” and weighed just 85 pounds. To put that in perspective, by the time he was driving to school there were 9-year-olds who were taller than him… And it didn’t stop there, because he was living his life based on small thinking until an experience at a Jason Mraz concert changed everything. [Tweet "“You’re not here for everybody but you are here for somebody.” @jonvroman @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo "] Jon shares his story of how this experience led to the development of the incredible Front Row Foundation, which gives seriously ill children and adults the chance to have amazing experiences in the front row of their dream event.  Whether it's a concert, a Broadway play or a NASCAR race! During our conversation, Jon offers you tips for how to think big, to take charge of your life and accomplish your dreams.  From advice on how to stay true to your commitment to choosing who’s in the row beside you, Jon provides the strategies you need to make your dreams a reality. You will also learn how you can create your own charity, even if with no experience or prior knowledge. “When our why has heart, our how gets legs.” You can’t change how big you are physically (although Jon did finally grow), but you can change how big you think. It all comes down to your outlook, to decide how you want to experience your life. It’s all up to you. Do you want to live in the front row?  Let's do it! “We don’t just want to be a hero for a day, we want that day to be a metaphor for how they can live the rest of their lives.”     RESOURCES Text: dream34 to 33444   To find out more about Jon, you can visit his site: Frontrowfoundation.org

Social media master, Justin Wise, is here to give you tangible tips and tricks in order to help you reach your Social Media A-game, on this episode of the DREAM. THINK. DO. podcast Listen To The Podcast:    Facebook.  Twitter.  Instagram.  These days, most people are social media maniacs; they’re frequently posting and following on multiple channels.  But are you truly using social media in the best way possible?  Does it promote you?  Or your business?  Social media master, Justin Wise, is here to give you tangible tips and tricks in order to help you reach your A-game. Justin is a best-selling author, college professor, pastor, and founder of Think Digital.  He knows the value of social media; how it allows you to connect with people and gather a community around your product or idea.  Except now you can do it on a global scale because you’re no longer limited by geography.  In this episode, Justin shares several stories about the impressive power that these channels have for bringing people and ideas together (including the reason he ONLY flies with Delta). There are three keys questions to answer when starting a dedicated social media platform: What do you care about?  Who are you serving?  And where are your natural inclinations in terms of media creation inclination?  Then you can begin!  You will also learn about the full spectrum (know, like, trust, build) that you will use social media to promote, as well as simple hacks that will enable you to use your time efficiently. [Tweet "Social media is a natural extension of connecting to people, but on a larger scale. @justinwise @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"] It all comes down to relationships, in both size and strength.  In one place you can pitch an idea to thousands of people at one time, or you can have a one-on-one chat with someone you would’ve never met otherwise.  That’s the wonder of social media!  Isn’t it time to make it work for you? [Tweet "Don’t sell on social. Use it to build and grow relationships. @justinwise @mitchmatthews #dreamthinkdo"]     RESOURCES To get access to the special offer Justin talks about, click here: Mitchmatthews.com/justinwise   To find out more about Justin, you can visit his site: Thinkdigital.co