Daily Boost Motivation and Coaching

Explore the intriguing idea of treating your life like a business for a positive ROI. Discover four practical steps to ensure your investments of time and energy yield personal happiness. Hear a relatable story about an overlooked lunch, emphasizing how personal growth requires consistent measurements of success. Learn the importance of adaptability and setting benchmarks to navigate through life’s challenges effectively. Transform your approach to life by aligning your values with your actions for ultimate fulfillment.

Change can be simpler than we think! Discover three essential steps to transform your life, starting with clarity on what you truly want. The host shares a personal story about moving from radio DJ to podcasting, illustrating how commitment to your vision can lead to significant changes. Learn why bad things tend to change easily while good transformations require deliberate effort. Plus, get motivated to take consistent action towards your goals—because every moment counts in living the life you desire!

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Don’t Let Bill-Paying Kill Your Dreams June 10, 2025 | Episode -5112 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Summer’s here, and while everyone’s thinking about vacations and fun, Scott wants you to think about something more important: your focus. Your attention determines your destination, and most people don’t realize others have already set their focus. In this episode, Scott shares a conversation he had with a young man who just finished school and was pursuing his “dream career.” But there was a problem - his focus was in the wrong place, and Scott could hear it immediately. Featured Story Scott met a young man at church who had just finished school and was working toward his dream career. The young man also got job certification to pay his bills while pursuing his passion. During their conversation, the young man said something that made Scott’s ears perk up: “I’m hoping I can get a good job supporting my dream.” To Scott’s trained ear, this wasn’t hope - it was dream-erasing, defocused thinking that would lead the young man away from what he wanted. Important Points What you focus on is what you get - if you focus on paying bills instead of pursuing dreams, you’ll stay focused on paying bills for 20, 30, or 40 years. Golden handcuffs are real - the certainty of earning income becomes your focus, and dreams disappear while you’re busy doing stuff. The solution is separation - get a job separate from your dreams that pays the bills, then focus every available second on your dreams until you don’t need that job anymore. Memorable Quotes “What you focus on is what you get. You’ve heard that a thousand times. Do you believe it?” “Most folks don’t notice their dreams are gone for like 20, 30, 40 years because they’re so busy doing stuff.” “When you focus on your dreams, you get so good at what you do. It’s just a matter of time before you percolate to the top and start getting paid to do what you love to do.” Scott’s Three-Step Approach Get a job that’s separate from any dream you’ve ever had that makes the money you need to pay your bills. Focus every single second of time after work on your dreams and getting better at what you want to do. Define your money-making job by saying “I do this to make money so I can do that,” knowing you’ll shift gears as soon as you’re good enough at your dream pursuit. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore how our natural wiring for goals can lead us off course when we don’t set them intentionally. Using a pilot’s perspective, the discussion highlights the importance of direct paths to major aspirations instead of detours. Life's distractions are compared to wind affecting an airplane, making corrections crucial for staying on track. Mindfulness and meditation are suggested as key tools for maintaining focus. Learn why pursuing your dreams directly can yield better results than gradual builds.

Feeling stuck? Discover the transformative power of a single question: "How bad do you want it?" This insight challenges traditional motivational tactics and encourages genuine desire over obligatory pursuits. Scott shares a personal story from his screenwriting days that reshaped his goals and ignited his passion. Instead of searching for motivation, focus on recognizing what you truly want. The secret to achieving your dreams lies in understanding your desires and being committed to them. Say goodbye to stagnation and unleash your potential!

Dive into the humorous world of productivity, where to-do lists are rebranded as 'to-fail lists.' Discover why many successful entrepreneurs struggle with task management and how their need for simplicity can inspire change. Learn to focus on three key tasks per day to boost effectiveness and ditch the guilt of overwhelming lists. By shifting to a reflection-based approach, celebrate accomplishments and redefine your relationship with productivity for a stress-free life.

What if you could tap into the vibrant energy of being 16 again? The host dives into the rush of nostalgia sparked by memories of the Partridge Family and childhood music. Listeners reflect on the freedom of youthful dreams compared to the burdens of adult life. Inspirations from the past can reignite genuine friendships and a sense of adventure. This engaging discussion invites everyone to reconnect with their inner teenager and transform adult life with youthful optimism.

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Some People Have More Than 24 Hours in Their Day June 3, 2025 | Episode 5107 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you constantly racing against the clock, feeling like there’s never enough time? I’m diving into one of the most challenging topics I deal with daily - the difference between qualitative and quantitative time. Most people live their entire lives trapped in Chronos time, watching the clock tick by while feeling exhausted and overwhelmed. But there’s another way to experience time that can completely transform your life. I’ll share how mastering Kairos time—those profound, meaningful moments when the clock disappears—can help you accomplish more by doing less and finally break free from the exhaustion cycle. Featured Story I share the story of how my wife Joy and I experience time completely differently. Joi follows the traditional factory work schedule we’ve all been taught, operating like clockwork, while I've learned to slip into Kairos time, where the clock disappears and genuine progress occurs. This contrast perfectly illustrates why some people seem to have more than 24 hours in their day, while others feel constantly behind, even though we all have the same amount of time. Important Points There are two types of time: Chronos (sequential, clock-watching time) and Kairos (qualitative, deep-focus time where meaningful progress happens). The people making the biggest difference in the world have mastered Kairos time, allowing themselves to go deep and focus on what truly matters instead of staying busy. You can only experience Kairos time when you’re fully absorbed in the moment, which requires the intentional choice to slow down and let others “buzz around” you. Memorable Quotes “If you want to live a wholehearted life, we have to become intentional about cultivating sleep and play and about letting go of exhaustion as a status symbol.” “Everybody on the planet is living in Chronos time, but there are a few that are making a difference in this world and living in Kairos time.” “When you choose to allow yourself to go deep, you slow down, you become still, you become present, and your time overall also slows down.” Scott’s Three-Step Approach Make the intentional choice to slow down and stop rushing around trying to get things done - you must consciously reject the busyness trap. Hold space by removing the busyness from your schedule and not allowing it to fill back up with meaningless activities or distractions. Fill that protected space with something meaningful and important to you, focusing on the 20% of activities that create 80% of your results. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop Putting Your Foot in Your Mouth With This Simple Trick June 2, 2025 | Episode - 5106 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Communication can make or break your relationships, career, and daily interactions. In this episode, I share the powerful THINK acronym that has been helping people communicate more effectively since 1914. This simple five-letter framework will transform how you approach every conversation. Whether you’re dealing with difficult colleagues, navigating family dynamics, or just trying to be a better communicator, this timeless tool will help you pause before you speak and choose your words more wisely. Featured Story The THINK acronym originated with Thomas J. Watson Sr. of IBM, who used it to guide his sales representatives. Created around 1914 and popularized by 1939, this communication framework has stood the test of time because it works. Watson understood that better communication leads to better results, and this simple acronym became a core principle that helped build one of the world’s most successful companies. Important Points The THINK acronym helps you filter your thoughts before speaking, preventing you from saying something you'll regret and improving all your relationships. Most thoughts that pop into your head are negative and don’t need to be shared—about 90% of what you think you need to say isn’t necessary. Sometimes the kindest thing to do is “go dark” and say nothing at all, which differs from ghosting because it’s intentional and temporary. Memorable Quotes “About 90% of what you think you need to say is unnecessary. Why say it?” “My number one rule in life is to be cool and be nice. If you’re not cool and nice to me, I’m still going to be that way to you.” “Sometimes the best motivation you can get is a good kick in the ass—a good come to Jesus conversation.” Scott’s Three-Step Approach Write down the THINK acronym and keep it visible as a daily reminder to filter your communications. Practice going through each letter before speaking in challenging situations: True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, Kind. Make being kind your number one goal in all interactions, even when others aren’t extending the same courtesy to you. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes The Strangest Secret: 7 Simple Rules May 30, 2025 | Episode 5105 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I had a rough week getting lectured by my dentist and dermatologist, but let’s end on a high note! Today, I’m sharing Earl Nightingale’s timeless wisdom from “The Strangest Secret”–the inspiration that got me into this business. These seven simple principles can transform your life, but only if you apply them. Earl Nightingale did over 5,000 radio programs; his insights are just as relevant today as they were decades ago. Featured Story Scott shares the fascinating origin story of Earl Nightingale’s “The Strangest Secret.” Created to motivate insurance salesmen while Nightingale was out of town. This spoken-word recording accidentally became the first gold record of its kind. What started as a simple motivational tool for his sales team launched Nightingale’s entire career and inspired countless people, including Scott himself. Important Points You become what you think, so focus your mental energy on what you want, not what you’re stuck in. Success requires paying the price through time, discipline, and investment — nothing worthwhile comes without effort. Controlling your thoughts is neuroscience in action; let thoughts come and go without dwelling on them. Memorable Quotes “You become what you think. Whatever’s going on inside your mind right now is what you will become.” “To get success that’s not earned will never last. You must earn it.” “The secrets of success are indeed strange, and if you take the hype out of it, it comes down to the real basics of life.” Scott’s Three-Step Approach Control your thoughts by acknowledging them without dwelling on negative patterns. Set clearly defined goals that are specific enough to know exactly what you’re accomplishing. Act promptly when your path becomes clear instead of waiting for the “perfect” time. Connect With Me Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Email: support@motivationtomove.com Main Website: https://motivationtomove.com YouTube https://youtube.com/dailyboostpodcast Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/motivationtomove Facebook Group: https://dailyboostpodcast.com/facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices