Daily Boost Podcast Show NotesWhy You're Stuck in Comfortable Misery (And How to Escape)April 4, 2025 | Episode 5065Host: Scott SmithEpisode DescriptionDo you feel like you're wearing too many hats and playing every position on your team? You're not alone! In this energizing Friday episode, Scott delivers the tough motivational love you need to kickstart those big dreams. He takes eight practical steps to turn your dreams into reality through massive action. Perfect for weekend reflection, this no-nonsense guide cuts through excuses and gives you a clear path to making real progress on what matters most.Featured StoryScott opens with a relatable conversation about feeling like "Team You" - where you're playing every position on your team and wearing all the hats. This familiar feeling of being stretched thin leads to a powerful insight: life is supposed to be complicated. From a Yellowstone reference, Scott reminds us that cowboy life isn't meant to be easy - neither is yours. But instead of seeing this as discouraging, Scott frames life's challenges as precisely what we're meant to overcome, permitting us to feel good about tackling them head-on.Key TakeawaysLife and business are fundamentally about solving problems - accepting this reality frees you to stop fighting against challenges and start conquering them.Most people who aren't willing to "pay the price" for success are stuck in a comfortable misery, barely getting by.Deep, uninterrupted work for just a couple of hours daily will transform your life faster than you might believe possible.Memorable Quotes"The future value of your life depends on the current value of your effort.""Own your goals. You don't need to ask permission from anybody. Put your head down, get to work, and let them figure it out themselves.""If you don't hold space for yourself, somebody else is going to suck it up and make it important to them."Scott's Three-Step ApproachAsk yourself, "How do I want to feel?" and let the honest answer guide your actions rather than what you think you should do.Decide specifically what you want, commit to paying the price, and refuse to accept your excuses.Establish a routine of starting early, setting clear focus points, and engaging in deep work without interruption.Connect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook#DailyBoost #MassiveAction #BigDreams #FridayMotivation #Person Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing Strategic Growth: Knowing When to Scale Your Business from Mind The Business: Small Business Success Stories.Follow the show: Mind The Business: Small Business Success StoriesBuilding a thriving business isn't always about rapid expansion. When should you hit the accelerator on growth, and when should you pump the brakes? Jannese and Austin are in Nashville, Tennessee to talk with Taku Zhou and Sibusiso Ajayi of TKZ Architecture LLC to explore this crucial entrepreneurial crossroads. The duo shares candid insights from their journey building TKZ Architecture, revealing the moments they knew it was time to scale – and importantly, when it wasn't. They discuss how they balanced the allure of growth against the need to strengthen their foundation through refined workflows, established protocols, and market positioning. Tune in as we unpack the strategic decision-making that goes into sustainable business expansion and learn the telltale signs that you're ready for growth and how to execute that transition successfully. Learn more about how QuickBooks can help you grow your business: QuickBooks.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

Daily Boost Podcast Show NotesSix Stages of Big-Ass GoalsApril 3, 2025 | Episode 5064Host: Scott SmithEpisode DescriptionWhat happens after you set that ambitious goal you can barely believe you'll achieve? In this no-nonsense episode, Scott breaks down the six-stage process that follows every big goal-setting moment. Sparked by his grandson's innocent question about "big-ass goals," Scott delivers a practical roadmap for navigating the psychological journey from contemplation to habit formation. If you've ever set a significant goal but struggled to follow through, this episode reveals precisely why—and what to do about it.Featured StoryScott kicks off with a humorous story about his 12-year-old grandson overhearing him record a podcast and asking, "G-Pa, what's a big-ass goal?" This candid moment leads Scott to reflect on how we approach ambitious goals and why most people get stuck at certain predictable stages. Drawing on Winston Churchill's wisdom that "to improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often," Scott reveals how change is not something to fear but to embrace as the essence of growth.Key TakeawaysThe most effective goals are so ambitious they seem almost unattainable, yet still possible with dedicated effort—that's what makes them "big-ass goals."When setting ambitious goals, you'll naturally progress through six stages: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and termination.Optimism isn't just a pleasant attitude—it's a practical approach to life because, as Churchill noted, "it does not seem to be much use being anything else."Memorable Quotes"New level, new devil—if you think you're going to get away from every problem you have today by making a change, it's not true. You'll escape today's problems, but life will give you new ones.""For myself, I am an optimist. It does not seem to be much use being anything else.""If you can stand up, take a step, repeat, and keep doing that until you get what you want, that is the world's simplest success recipe."Scott's Three-Step ApproachSet goals so ambitious that others might doubt you can achieve them—this creates the focus and motivation needed for fundamental transformation.Please be sure to know which of the six stages of change you're in (pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, or termination) and take the appropriate steps for that stage.Approach life's inevitable challenges with optimism, seeing obstacles not as roadblocks but as opportunities to grow stronger and more capable.Connect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook#DailyBoost #BigAssGoals #GoalSetting #PersonalDevelopment #StagesOfChange #OptimismWins #ScottSmith #SuccessMindset #NewLevelNewDevil #ChangeProcess #Motivation #SelfImprovement #ChurchillWisdom #AmbitiousGoals #TakeAction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show NotesWhy Your Default Settings Determine Your SuccessApril 2, 2025 | Episode 5063Host: Scott SmithEpisode DescriptionEveryone talks about spontaneity and flexibility, but what if the real secret to happiness is having default settings? In this eye-opening episode, Scott challenges the popular notion that true freedom means living spontaneously. Instead, he makes a compelling case for establishing your own "default mode" in key areas of your life. You'll discover how creating consistent patterns can give you more freedom, better results, and instant happiness.Featured StoryScott starts with a humorous breakfast story about his wife's "Bubba Oat" moment - when she enthusiastically listed all the possible variations of overnight oats like Bubba from Forrest Gump listing shrimp recipes. This playful moment perfectly illustrates how his health-conscious wife naturally defaults to healthy eating habits. Scott uses this relatable example to introduce how living with firm defaults creates predictability and success in the areas that matter most.Key TakeawaysYour current "default mode" in different areas of life serves you well or holds you back - but you're already operating with defaults whether you realize it or not.Establishing intentional defaults for important areas (diet, exercise, work, relationships) relieves decision fatigue and creates consistent results.Living in default mode doesn't eliminate spontaneity - it creates more freedom by handling the routine aspects of life automatically.Memorable Quotes"If you want to be happier, more successful, and make life easier, you've got to live in default mode.""When you decide who you are and you stand your ground, you default to it - you're living a valued, principled stand in your life.""Figuring out what works and doing it by default is easy and gets great results consistently."Scott's Three-Step ApproachIdentify the areas of your life where you're already operating on "default" and honestly assess if those defaults are serving you well.Create intentional defaults in key areas (diet, exercise, relationships, work) that align with your goals and values.Allow yourself strategic moments of spontaneity within your default framework to keep life fun while maintaining consistency.Connect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook#DailyBoost #DefaultMode #ConsistencyWins #SuccessHabits #PersonalDevelopment #IntentionalLiving #ScottSmith #DefaultDiet #ProductivityHacks #DecisionFatigue #GoodHabits #SelfImprovement #LifestyleDesign #DailyRoutines #MindsetShift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show NotesYour Morning Routine is Your Secret WeaponApril 1, 2025 | Episode 5062Host: Scott SmithEpisode DescriptionWhat's the first thing you should do tomorrow morning to allow you to live the life you want? Scott shares his early-morning "cowboy stuff" approach to starting your day right in this energizing episode. He explains why morning routines matter and offers a simple but powerful question that can transform how you approach each day. Whether you're a ritual follower or a spontaneous spirit, this episode will help you find the perfect morning rhythm to boost your productivity and happiness.Featured StoryScott starts with a hilarious story about getting up at 5:42 am to do his "cowboy stuff" — much to his wife's surprise. This playful moment contrasts his naturally spontaneous nature and his wife's ritualistic morning routine. Scott explains how marrying someone with such different habits forced him to develop his morning routine, teaching him that sometimes "no choice" becomes the best motivation for positive change.Key TakeawaysThe morning is the most powerful time for 99% of people - you're rested, focused, and ready to go.Anything truly important in your life must be done first thing in the morning.Consistent routines provide a peaceful base for your life but be flexible enough to change when urgency requires it.Memorable Quotes"What's the first thing I should do tomorrow morning? If I do that, will it allow me to live as I want to?""If you can move now in any way possible, you will be able to move into the future in every way possible.""The trick is the click - that millisecond in time when you go, 'Oh, that's how it works.'"Scott's Three-Step ApproachAsk yourself what the most important thing to do first tomorrow is to enable your desired lifestyle.Create a consistent daily routine that puts your highest priorities first in the morning when you're at your best.Be flexible, handle urgent matters, and return to your routine quickly.Connect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook#DailyBoost #MorningRoutine #ProductivityHacks #FirstThingsFirst #Motivation #PersonalDevelopment #ScottSmith #DailyHabits #SelfDiscipline #TimeManagement #MorningMotivation #CowboyStuff #ConsistencyWins #LifeHacks #SuccessHabits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show NotesSimple Secret to Discovering Your Life's PurposeMarch 31, 2025 | Episode 5061Host: Scott SmithEpisode DescriptionEver find yourself asking "why, why, why" like a three-year-old at a baseball game? You're not alone! In this upbeat episode, Scott tackles that universal question we all face when life doesn't go according to plan. He breaks down how to stop the endless "why" cycle and start taking those baby steps toward your big-ass goals. It's a light-hearted lecture with some serious wisdom that'll get you moving in the right direction today.Featured StoryScott shares his eye-opening experience at his grandson's baseball game, where he observed a toddler repeatedly asking "why" about everything. This moment sparked Scott's realization that adults do the same thing when life doesn't go as planned. Instead of getting stuck in this cycle, Scott offers a refreshing perspective: if you don't know your purpose, your purpose is to find your purpose! It's Scott Logic, simple and ultimately freeing.Key TakeawaysIf you're not setting goals that excite you AND establishing small habits to make them a reality, you're probably not going to achieve them.The "house" doesn't have your back in life, so you need to know your purpose and take intentional steps toward it every day.Purpose is about finding something personally meaningful that leads to productive engagement with the world beyond yourself.Memorable Quotes"If you don't know your purpose, your purpose is to find your purpose.""Just keep going until you get what you want. What is what you want? Well, that's the purpose you figure out and the goal you set.""You can do anything if you stand up, take a step, and repeat."Scott's Three-Step ApproachTake time to evaluate how your life is going and honestly ask yourself "why is my life going this way?".Look for what gives your life meaning beyond yourself – your purpose is likely hiding in plain sight.Set exciting "big-ass goals" and take consistent baby steps every day to make them reality.Connect With MeSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Email: support@motivationtomove.comMain Website: https://motivationtomove.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcastFacebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomoveFacebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook#DailyBoost #FindYourPurpose #BigAssGoals #LifePurpose #Motivation #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #ScottSmith #MondayMotivation #GoalSetting #IntentionalLiving #MotivationToMove #MeaningfulLife #ProductiveHabits #DailyMotivation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode DescriptionIn this motivational Friday episode of The Daily Boost, Scott Smith delivers timeless wisdom drawn from Stoic philosophy that remains relevant after 2,000 years. Scott shares powerful insights about humility, choosing the right environment, protecting your time, questioning habits, adapting to failure, and living below your means. With his signature conversational style, Scott reminds us that humans haven't fundamentally changed over millennia and that mastering life's basics leads to true success. He challenges listeners to consider how they want to feel rather than accepting how the world makes them feel. Perfect for ending your week with perspective and beginning the next with clarity, this episode distills ancient principles into practical, actionable wisdom for today's challenges.Featured StoryScott draws from ancient Stoic philosophy to share timeless wisdom about success and fulfillment. He observes how modern movies set thousands of years ago show that human nature hasn't fundamentally changed—we still face the same challenges and ask the same questions. Through this lens, Scott shares principles that have guided successful people for millennia, emphasizing that despite our technological advances, the fundamental wisdom about how to live well hasn't changed. He reminds listeners that rather than trying to reinvent wisdom, we should be humble enough to learn from what has already been proven effective across generations.Key Takeaways Ask yourself "How do you want to feel?" rather than accepting how the world makes you feel True learning requires humility—recognizing there are always people smarter and wiser than you Choose your environment carefully—the people around you significantly impact your growth Protect your time zealously—it's the one resource you can never get back Question your habits regularly to ensure they're serving you well Approach each task as if it were your last—bring full attention and commitment Learn from failure rather than using past success to justify complacency Live below your means to reduce stress and increase enjoyment Success ultimately comes from mastering the basics, not seeking fancy solutions These principles have endured for thousands of years because they work Memorable Quotes"If you don't stop for just a moment and say, 'How do I want to feel?'—how are you ever going to get there?""We're tight-fisted with property and money, yet we think too little of wasting time—the one thing for which we should be the toughest of misers.""Everything comes down to keeping things simple and mastering the basics of life."Scott's Three-Step ApproachRegularly ask yourself "How do I want to feel?" to ensure you're moving toward emotions you desireBe humble enough to learn from others while carefully selecting your environment and relationshipsMaster the basics in all areas of life—simplicity leads to success more reliably than complexityConnect With ScottSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Website https://motivationtomove.comCoaching Program - https://www.faceyourpassion.com/ Mini-Course - https://www.9minuteclaritycode.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode DescriptionIn today's energizing episode of The Daily Boost, Scott Smith unveils his simple yet powerful "5 R's" formula for sustainable energy and excitement. Perfect for busy people who feel constantly drained, Scott shares a repeatable pattern that challenges the unsustainable "go-go-go" mentality promoted by society. Drawing from personal experiences and coaching insights, he demonstrates how incorporating ritual, rest, rejuvenation, reactivation, and repetition into your daily routine can transform your productivity and well-being. With his trademark warmth and straightforward delivery, Scott offers practical wisdom that will help you maintain consistent energy levels while still accomplishing your goals—a refreshing alternative to burnout culture that promises lasting results.Featured StoryScott reveals how he developed his "5 R's" formula while trying to solve his own energy management challenges. Initially created for himself during periods when he felt he was "failing at the day," this system eventually became a powerful coaching tool that he's refined over years of client work. Scott compares his approach to Stephen Covey's concept of "sharpening the saw," illustrating how pausing to recharge—like stopping to charge the battery on his electric lawnmower—ultimately leads to greater productivity and enjoyment rather than pushing through exhaustion.Key Takeaways Success comes from performing ritualistic actions consistently every day Running at full speed constantly is not sustainable for long-term success Rest is essential for maintaining energy and excitement Rejuvenation allows your body and mind to recover properly Reactivation happens naturally after proper rest and rejuvenation The key is to repeat this cycle consistently until you achieve your goals Taking strategic breaks actually increases overall productivity Finding what works for you and doing it consistently leads to sustainable success Balance between ritual and variety is important for a fulfilling life Memorable Quotes"Your life will settle when you're ritualistic and do things every single day.""Running full out all the time is not sustainable. You got to stop and rest.""Stand up. Take a step. Repeat. Keep going until you get what you want."Scott's Three-Step ApproachIdentify the ritualistic actions that lead to success in your life and commit to performing them consistentlyIncorporate strategic rest periods and rejuvenation into your routine instead of pushing through exhaustionOnce recharged, reactivate with fresh energy and repeat the cycle until you achieve your goalsConnect With ScottSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Website - https://motivationtomove.comCoaching Program - https://www.faceyourpassion.com/ Mini-Course - https://www.9minuteclaritycode.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode DescriptionIn this engaging midweek episode of The Daily Boost, Scott Smith tackles the universal challenges of procrastination and confusion with his signature straightforward approach. Drawing from recent coaching conversations, Scott reveals why we get stuck in the "fixing to get ready" phase and shares practical insights to break through these barriers. He introduces a powerful question—"What can I do?"—as your secret weapon when life throws challenges your way. Through personal anecdotes and observations, Scott illuminates how knowing your "why" or "how" creates the momentum needed to transform hesitation into action. This episode is perfect for anyone feeling stuck, offering a refreshing perspective that will help you recognize those small sparks of inspiration that lead to meaningful change.Featured StoryScott shares his observations from coaching conversations about why people get stuck in procrastination. He introduces the concept of "fixing to get ready" - that mythical space between deciding to do something and actually doing it. Through his insights, Scott reveals that most people remain stuck either because they lack sufficient inspiration or don't know how to move forward. He challenges the personal growth industry's obsession with finding your "why" and instead emphasizes that truly inspired people will find a way forward regardless of obstacles.Key Takeaways Write down and use the question "What can I do?" when facing challenges You will always do what you want instantly; until then you're "fixing to get ready" People typically procrastinate because they're conflicted about the path forward If you're inspired enough or in danger, you'll move forward even without knowing the way Knowing either your "why" (inspiration) or "how" (knowledge) will get you moving Pay attention to those small moments when you feel a spark of excitement about possibilities Capturing that feeling of possibility can transform hesitation into meaningful action Those little smiles that appear when thinking about your dreams are important signals Memorable Quotes"You will always do what you want instantly. Until then, you are fixing to get ready.""If you're inspired enough, you're going to move forward anyway. If you're in danger, most people will get the hell out of the way.""When you know why or how, you will move. I think the why is inspired. I think the how is just knowledge."Scott's Three-Step ApproachIdentify whether you're stuck because you lack inspiration (why) or knowledge (how)Pay attention to those moments when you feel a spark of excitement about what's possibleCapture and nurture that feeling of possibility until it grows into action and public confidenceConnect With ScottSearch for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Website - https://motivationtomove.comCoaching Program - https://www.faceyourpassion.com/Mini-Course - https://www.9minuteclaritycode.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover a powerful philosophy: do more of what you love to enhance your days. Dive into discussions about balancing money, spirituality, and daily joy while defining your 'average perfect day.' Emphasize personal growth and tackle life's challenges to break through the 'suck.' Learn how engaging with your passions leads to a more fulfilling life. Through candid reflections from a coaching group, unlock what truly matters to cultivate happiness and clarity every day.