

Early to Rise Radio
Craig Ballantyne
Hi, this is Craig Ballantyne, host of Early To Rise Radio. Have you ever wanted to become wealthier, healthier, wiser, or just have more time to appreciate the finer things in life? On this show, we reveal what high performers are doing every day to be more successful WITHOUT sacrificing their personal lives. Early To Rise Radio is sponsored by The Perfect Day Formula. Get your free copy of this game-changing success guide at FreePerfectDayBook.com.
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Oct 27, 2025 • 17min
434 – How To Scale From $500K To $5M Without Burning Out
If your business is stuck between half a million and a few million in revenue, you’re in the danger zone—and most founders never escape it. In this episode, I reveal the exact frameworks I’ve used to help entrepreneurs scale from $500K to $5M without burning out. You’ll learn why doing everything yourself is the silent killer of growth, and how to break free using the ADE Formula (automate, delegate, eliminate) and the Perfect Week Formula to reclaim your time.
I also share real client stories—from 80-hour workweeks cut in half to businesses 10X-ing revenue by saying “no” more often. If you’re ready to stop being the bottleneck in your business and start scaling sustainably, this episode shows you exactly how to do it.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 12min
433 – The Secret To Building A Business That Doesn’t Run Your Life
Most entrepreneurs think they need to grind harder to win—but Eric Bach proves the opposite. In this episode, I sit down with Eric to uncover how he scaled his business, worked fewer hours, and created true alignment between his success and his values. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped him overcome blind spots, simplify his strategy, and become both a better entrepreneur and a more present husband and father.
You’ll hear how powerful coaching, accountability, and reflection helped him grow profits by 30% while cutting his workload nearly in half. If you’ve ever felt stuck chasing more but feeling less fulfilled, this conversation will show you how to win back your time, purpose, and freedom.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 19min
432 – The 7 Founder Mistakes Keeping You Broke and Overworked
Most founders struggle not from bad ideas, but from detrimental habits. Discover the seven hidden mistakes that sap productivity and profits. Learn how to streamline your calendar through automation, delegation, and elimination. Find your 'magic time' for peak performance while mastering high-income skills like copywriting and leadership. Embrace accountability to turn plans into action and stop wasting time on unfocused tasks and lengthy meetings. It's time to focus on building real wealth and reclaiming your freedom!

Oct 6, 2025 • 13min
431 – The Morning Routine That Builds Millionaires (Work Less, Earn More)
Most morning routines are garbage—and I learned that the hard way. After coaching over 250 entrepreneurs to millionaire status, I discovered the one simple shift that makes all the difference. In this episode, I share how to stop wasting your best energy on rituals that look productive but don’t move the needle.
I’ll walk you through the exact morning habit that creates clarity, focus, and momentum every single day. If you’re ready to earn more, work less, and finally feel in control of your time, this is the routine that changes everything.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 22min
430 – The #1 Mistake Keeping Entrepreneurs Stuck (And How to Fix It)
In this discussion, Galel Fahardo, a business and performance coach, shares his expertise in helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses while reclaiming valuable time. He reveals how leveraging AI and effective delegation can lead to doubling revenue without extra hours. Galel also opens up about his battle with anxiety and burnout, shaping his coaching approach. He offers practical insights on auditing productivity and using AI tools to simplify processes, showing that overcoming overwhelm is the key to success.

Sep 15, 2025 • 28min
429 – Are You Avoiding Your REAL Level 10 Problem?
Too many entrepreneurs waste their best energy chasing “hard” challenges that don’t actually move the needle in business or life
ETR Millionaire Problems Livest…. In this episode, Craig Ballantyne exposes the hidden dark side of discipline—and why pushing yourself through ice baths, ultra-marathons, or endless streaks can cost you your marriage, your health, and your business. Instead, he shows you how to identify your true level 10 problem and put a level 10 effort into solving it, so you can scale your income and reclaim your time. You’ll discover why outside accountability, ruthless focus, and choosing the right hard things are the keys to sustainable success.
If you’ve ever felt stuck doing more but achieving less, this conversation will show you how to simplify, refocus, and finally get the results you want.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 9min
428 – The Preparation: How To AI-Proof Your Kids’ Future (Before It’s Too Late)
Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation and a regenerative cattle rancher in Uruguay, shares groundbreaking insights on how to AI-proof the future for children. He challenges the traditional education system, emphasizing skill stacking and personal development over conventional pathways. Touching on his son's transformation, Smith advocates for embracing entrepreneurship, hands-on skills, and fostering empathy. The conversation also explores innovative approaches to engaging young readers and cultivating a growth mindset, redefining what success truly means.

Sep 1, 2025 • 21min
427 – 11 Millionaire Habits That Will Change Your Business Forever
Most entrepreneurs chase too many things at once—and it’s the fastest way to stay stuck. In this episode, I reveal the 11 millionaire habits my top clients use to simplify, focus, and scale without burning out. You’ll discover how to protect your mornings, say no to distractions, double down on your core offer, and treat your best clients like gold.
I’ll also share why daily sales, constant self-reflection, and accountability to someone you refuse to disappoint are the true multipliers of wealth and freedom. If you’re ready to stop dabbling and start operating like a seven-figure entrepreneur, this episode gives you the exact playbook.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 18min
426 – 10 Things That 7-Figure Business Owners Do Differently
Discover the game-changing habits that set seven-figure business owners apart from the rest. Learn the importance of seeking help, leveraging connections, and staying consistent. Quick decision-making, daily selling, and pushing your limits are crucial for success. Embrace a '10x mindset' to unlock transformative growth opportunities. Explore strategies to scale your business efficiently while working less and earning more. This is your guide to becoming a true millionaire entrepreneur!

Jul 21, 2025 • 33min
425 – Why 97% Of Entrepreneurs Stay Broke (And How to Fix It Fast)
97% of entrepreneurs stay broke—and I was dangerously close to being one of them. In this episode, I reveal the real reason most business owners struggle and how I finally broke free by learning to stop doing everything myself. I’ll walk you through the exact tools I used—like the “love vs. loathe” list and the Billionaire Time Matrix—to reclaim my time, scale my business, and actually enjoy life again.
I’m sharing the hard truths, the breakthroughs, and the steps you can take right now to work less, earn more, and stop spinning your wheels. If you’re tired of being stuck on lonely entrepreneur island, let me show you the fastest way off.
Let me know what you think of today’s episode! Did you learn something new? Am I missing something? Is there something that has or hasn’t worked for you in your path to success? Send me an IG DM or email and let me know how I can help you level up in life.
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