

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 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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Jul 14, 2025 • 39min
424 – The Brutal Wake-Up Call That Transformed My Business and Marriage
When Bob Ferguson bought the company he’d helped run for years, he thought he knew it all—until the pressure of ownership hit him like a freight train. In this candid conversation, Bob reveals how joining a mastermind and embracing coaching transformed not only his business—doubling revenue and reclaiming his time—but also his identity as a leader, husband, and father. Discover how brutal honesty, radical accountability, and dropping the ego unlocked sustainable success and personal freedom.
You’ll hear what it’s really like to be “called out” by a coach—and why it was the best thing that ever happened to him. If you’re stuck on a plateau, chasing more money but losing your peace, this episode is your wake-up call.
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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Jul 7, 2025 • 24min
424 – How To Write And Market A Best Selling Book
Think writing a book is just about sharing your story? Think again. In this behind-the-scenes masterclass, Craig Ballantyne reveals how to write, publish, and launch a nonfiction bestseller that doesn’t just sit on shelves—it builds your brand, generates leads, and sells while you sleep. You’ll learn the brutal truths about who shouldn’t write a book, the biggest mistakes new authors make, and how to create a lean, profitable manuscript in just one workday.
From title formulas to Amazon hacks and audiobook psychology, this is the blueprint for turning your expertise into income. If you’re serious about multiplying your impact and building a business that works 24/7, this episode is your shortcut to becoming a bestselling author.
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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Jun 30, 2025 • 17min
423 – The #1 Reason Your Business Is Stuck
What if the real reason your business is stuck isn’t strategy—but avoidance? In this raw and practical episode, Craig Ballantyne and Daniel Woodrum break down why most entrepreneurs waste energy solving level 1 problems while ignoring the level 10 ones that actually move the needle. They share hard-won lessons on leadership, accountability, and brutal ownership—including how ignoring one toxic hire nearly cost them everything.
You’ll walk away with a proven framework to identify your level 10 challenge and attack it with level 10 effort—so you can grow faster without the drama. If you’re done procrastinating and ready to finally scale with clarity, courage, and systems, this episode will show you how.
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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