

Daily Boost Motivation and Coaching
Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
The Daily Boost with Scott SmithSuccessful but still searching? Get the daily motivation you need to face your passion every day.With over 100 million downloads since 2006, The Daily Boost delivers practical motivation for driven professionals and entrepreneurs who refuse to settle for "good enough." Host Scott Smith cuts through the noise with bite-sized episodes that get straight to what matters—helping you do what you love and make a great living while doing it.Based on the proven Face Your Passion framework, each episode transforms awareness into action. No fluff, no endless theory, just real-world wisdom you can use immediately.Perfect for busy achievers who want to:Turn passion into purpose and purpose into meaningBreak free from the comfortable trap of "okay"Build momentum toward the life they actually wantGet unstuck and start moving againJoin thousands of daily listeners who've discovered that success isn't just about achievement—it's about alignment. Transform your ordinary days into extraordinary lives with the daily ritual that actually works.New episodes daily. Usually under 10 minutes. Always actionable.Ready to face your passion? Hit subscribe and let's get moving.
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Mar 29, 2024 • 14min
Remove Your Fear of Change
Remove Your Fear of ChangeI woke up this morning with the realization that a life-changing event was looming in my future. I needed to wrap my head around the mindset adjustments I would need to make before changing my mind and running the other way.All of us have made decisions that, if we did, would change our world overnight. Are you heading off to school for the first time? Are you getting married after being single forever? Could it be accepting a new job in a strange town? It doesn't matter how excited you are. It doesn't matter how well you have justified your upcoming change. It doesn't matter how adventurous your spirit is. Life-changing decisions can feel like you’re launching on a mission to mars without your space suit. But there's one thing I know for sure -Life is all about getting from where you are today to where you will be tomorrow. It's the transformation from what you have to what you could have that excites growth in our lives. So, what is that uncomfortable feeling that you have in your gut?Every one of us views ourselves as who we are on the inside—our identity. Since life is real and the future is not realized, feeling apprehensive is a natural response. What you need is a "Transitional Identity" to get you from today to tomorrow."I've always been a hometown person, and now I'm learning to become a citizen of the world.""I've always been single, but I'm becoming the best relationship person I can be. My future spouse deserves that.""I've never climbed this high on the corporate ladder; now I'm becoming the leader everybody deserves."Transitional Identities are a simple way to ease the fear of the unknown—even if it's self-inflicted.As your future becomes more accurate, your Transitional Identity will transition you into a new life, and you will become a new you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 2024 • 12min
Calculating Your Success
In this podcast, they discuss the importance of learning necessary skills, commitment to goals, and managing resources for success. They explore the challenges of building momentum and staying resilient. The podcast also touches on setting clear goals and maintaining focus to overcome obstacles and achieve fulfillment in life.

Mar 27, 2024 • 13min
Identify Opportunities From Obstacles
Mindy, a dog agility world champion, shares insights on identifying opportunities from obstacles. Life resembles a course with distractions that can veer us off track. Choosing the right path aligned with our goals is crucial to avoid going astray. Mindy's expertise in training champions translates into valuable lessons for navigating challenges and staying focused on success.

Mar 26, 2024 • 14min
Life Changes When You Are Most Tired
The podcast discusses the importance of setting goals, overcoming fears, and continuous self-improvement in achieving success. It emphasizes the need for realistic expectations and financial preparedness in entrepreneurship. Managing resources effectively and prioritizing minimal viable actions are also key points highlighted.

Mar 25, 2024 • 12min
Recovering When You Feel Lost
Recovering When You Feel LostWhen life gets in the way, it can be challenging to know what to do next. No matter how motivated you are to achieve your goal. Thinking like a Pilot can save the day when that happens.A few years ago, I was a 150-hour pilot. I was flying a Cessna 172 to pick up my daughter for a weekend visit from the University of Florida—a trip I've made a dozen times. It had been an uneventful flight, then, about 15 minutes from landing, it happened…Maybe it was the heat of the day or the drone of the engine. In any case, I had the sensation that I had no idea where I was. I could see the airport in front of me, so I was aware of the situation. But I had no idea how to get to where I wanted to go. It was a terrifying feeling. Knowing I had to call the Tower in minutes, I turned to my training and followed three rules that any pilot knows will get them back on track.The first is to continue to fly the airplane and stay safe. That may sound simple, but how many times have you wanted to cover your eyes and hide when things got challenging? The second is to break through your confusion and figure out where you are on your journey. If you can keep yourself stable, you'll have time to snap out of any momentary rough spot and get focused.The third rule is to communicate with people who can help. With only a few minutes before entering the airspace illegally, I called Tower and said, "I'm a low-hour pilot, a little South of the field, and I am confused. There's no emergency, but I could use some guidance."That simple commutation gave Air Traffic Control everything they needed. In minutes, they lined me up on the runway, and I impressed them with a perfect landing."Not a bad landing for a lost pilot," they said.All I could do was laugh and be grateful.Sure, my ego took a hit. But I learned a lesson, picked up my daughter, and had a great flight home.Aviate. Navigate. Communicate. It'll get you there every time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 22, 2024 • 15min
A Different Way of Planning
Explore a different approach to planning your day with a focus on broader goals. Learn how occasional planning can reduce stress and create containers for work or play. Discover the importance of making a plan, sticking to it, and adjusting when necessary for success.

Mar 21, 2024 • 16min
Setting Your Rules of Success
Setting Your Rules of SuccessIf you study people who have succeeded in any area of their lives, you will find they have much in common. Not only do they follow a set of rules, they follow those rules no matter how much life gets in the way.What are those rules?The person who has the strongest "Why" wins.The person who shows up wins.The person who shows up on time wins.The person who is most persistent wins.The person show never assumes wins.The person who is the best at what they do wins.The person who plans and documents their journey and interactions wins.The person who never gives up total control to others wins.The person who accepts responsibility for themselves wins.The person who serves the most wins.The person who is grateful for everything wins.The actions you take automatically become the life you experience. It's essential to be mindful of where you are heading. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2024 • 13min
Who is Your Future Self?
Who is Your Future Self?I’ll never forget the day a mentor of mine said to me —“You have to become the person you want to be before becoming the person you want to be.”What? So, do I have to fake it until I make it?Heck no! I’m not going to change who I am - no way!“No. You’re not changing who you are. It’s just that you have to understand that in the future, you will have a different set of beliefs than you hold right now. That’s called growth. Whatever you believe, you will become.”At first, I thought he meant I would have to sell my soul to the devil and take on beliefs, not mine, to get what I wanted. But one day, I realized that day-to-day living is changing me anyway. I may as well make a choice myself.My thinking went like this —If I hold a self-image because of what I believe, all I have to do is create a future self-image, decide what that person would believe, and design a set of rules and actions that make those beliefs happen.What’s the best part?There’s no waiting. The very minute you decide what you believe, everything begins to change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 19, 2024 • 14min
How to be Effortlessly Creative
How to be Effortlessly CreativeOver the years, I have produced over 12,000 podcasts; everyone begins with the written word. Even though that makes my mouth and fingers my most exercised body parts, it has also given me many opportunities to learn to keep my words flowing.If you're like most people, you have found yourself sitting in front of a blank screen, praying for inspiration. It could be writer's block, procrastination, or maybe you watched Netflix late. In any case, a simple solution can alleviate this feeling of being stuck, always providing a starting point.Any project I need to wrap my head around begins by capturing the ideas that flow into my mind throughout the day. Even turning the radio off on a 20-minute drive can provide a treasure-trove of useable nuggets. Next, I tuck those ideas away in a safe place without organizing, editing, or rewriting. I grab the thoughts, jot a note or record a memo, put them away, and let them simmer.When I'm ready to get to work, I take 15 minutes the day before to review my creative genius list, toss out what is not relevant, create a simple outline, and walk away with a sense of readiness, knowing I am fully prepared to begin.The next day, I can't wait to sit in front of a blank screen and let the magic start flowing effortlessly from my fingertips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 18, 2024 • 16min
Mindset For Happiness
Mindset For HappinessI spend most of my days finding ways to keep tens of thousands of people worldwide motivated and moving - and that always comes down to a strategy for mindset.Here are a few things you can do - today!1) Remind Yourself of Your GratefulnessWho or what are you most grateful to have in your life?Sometime today, pause, close your eyes, and fill your mind with the people and things that make your life good.Remember, reminding yourself of why you are grateful makes you unstoppable.2) Your Actions Reveal Your PurposeWhat will make you feel like you are living your true self?The items that move you closer to who you are are hidden in your to-do list. What are they?Focusing on fulfilling actions means that you are living your purpose.3) Strategize THEIR Feelings in AdvanceYou can make someone feel great today. Who will that be?Take a moment and review the people you will interact with today. How do you want to make them feel?When you make others feel good, you feel good too.4) What CAN You Do?Choose a challenge that has stuck and ask, what can I do?List three challenges that have you stuck and ask what can I do? Then, do it.Nothing can stop you when you ask what can I do?5) Hold Space For Your DreamsSince today may get busy, what space are you holding for yourself?The space between your appointments today belongs to you. How will you use it to make your dreams come true?When you hold space for your dreams, your dreams always come true.If you feel like a challenge, turn these into rules and affirmations to live your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices