Success for the Athletic-Minded Man

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY Ever feel like your motivation comes and goes? Or maybe one day you have clarity, then the next day you’re stuck in a rut… again? You are not alone.  BUT you don’t have to live with “off and on” motivation. This is a framework for sustaining motivation. And it doesn’t require you to be superhuman. It doesn’t require you to be Olympic caliber. It doesn’t require you to have Jocko Willink-like discipline in the past.  High-performers are masters of sustaining motivation. Through years of experience and exposure to world-class performers, I have now summarized their secret to a simple 4-step framework, so you too can perform to your fullest potential— consistently and for the long haul.  In this episode, I’m going to give you the 4-step framework that my Reveal Your Path clients (Pathfinders) and I use to sustain motivation and achieve lasting change over the course of the long haul for your life… So you can finally start a side hustle,make that career change,improve your health and fitness,Or whatever it is that you’ve long been aiming for! Tune in now. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY Fast doesn’t guarantee first. Easy doesn’t mean lazy. Break out of the rat race and learn how to make life— and success— effortless. Greg McKeown has dedicated his career to discovering why some people and teams break through to the next level— and others don’t. The definitive treatment of this issue is addressed in Greg’s New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller, “Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less.” This book challenges core assumptions about achievement to get to the essence of what really drives success. Last year, Greg released another New York Times bestselling book, “Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most”— an empowering guide to achieving your goals that starts with a simple principle: not everything has to be so hard. Aside from being a prolific writer, Greg is also the CEO of McKeown Inc., a leadership and strategy design agency headquartered in Silicon Valley. Their clients include Adobe, Apple, Google, Facebook, Pixar, Twitter, and Yahoo!. I last interviewed Greg back in 2016 where we went on a deep dive into the practice of essentialism. This time, we delve into the mindset of effortlessness: why easy doesn’t mean lazy, how to overcome the inertia to get started, and more. Tune in now! If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY A decade ago, US Navy SEALs went on a mission of a lifetime: to kill the most wanted man in the world— Osama bin Laden. One of them stood face-to-face with the bin Laden. And then finished the job.  Robert O’Neill is one of the most decorated and recognized US service members for killing the world’s most wanted man, Osama bin Laden.  Because of his courage in combat, Rob is a sought-after public speaker, author, and advocate for veterans.   He is also the bestselling author of “The Operator: Firing the Shots that Killed Osama bin Laden and My Years as a SEAL Team Warrior.” Following its success, Rob, and his co-author Dakota Meyer, have released "The Way Forward: Master Life's Toughest Battles and Create Your Lasting Legacy"— which I had the privilege of reading in advance of its release (spoiler alert, it is phenomenal!). “The Way Forward” presents Rob and Dakota’s philosophy in combat and life. This isn’t a book about the glory of war and combat, but one about facing your enemies, some who are flesh and blood and some that are in your mind— your doubts, your boredom, and your regrets.   In this episode, Rob takes us back to the historic mission in Abbottabad, Pakistan and the many facets of that he and his team had to handle right after the successful raid— from salutes and jealousy to his personal battle with PTSD. Tune in now. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY There’s an unending number of diet philosophies out there but there’s ONE tried and true diet that will guarantee you results, and that is… The perfect diet actually exists!?  If you’ve been actively watching your health or weight, you’ve most probably tried more than one of these diets: Keto, Mediterranean, Paleo, Intermittent Fasting (IMF), Whole 30, Atkins (back in the day), and the list goes on… Depending on the person, some work and some don’t. Add to that the confusion from conflicting information from different experts and gurus telling you one thing this week and something else next week. How do you know what’s the right diet for you?! Here’s how.  I have the perfect diet for YOU and the results are GUARANTEED. So, what is this perfect diet, you ask? Tune in to this episode now to find out.  If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY Biologically, we are inclined to seek what’s comfortable. But not Spartan founder and CEO, Joe De Sena. In fact, he runs toward it… with his family! After building a multimillion-dollar pool and construction business in college, and creating a Wall Street trading firm, Joe De Sena set his sights on ripping 100 million people off their couches by creating the Spartan lifestyle.  Joe moved his family to Pittsfield, Vermont to operate an organic farm, a bed and breakfast, and a general store for hikers. It was there where his passion grew for ultramarathons, adventure races, and endurance events— and thus Spartan was born. With more than one million annual global participants across more than 40 countries, Spartan offers heats for all fitness levels and ages. The brand has transformed more than seven million lives since it was founded in 2010. Joe is also the New York Times Bestselling Author of “Spartan Up,” “The Spartan Way,” and his latest book, “10 Rules for Resiliency,” which outlines his 10 principles for leading your family to True Resilience. It has been 6 years since Joe first shared his wisdom through the Success Through Failure podcast, but his values and message still ring true: discomfort results in growth. This time though, Joe reveals how to start your road to mental toughness along with your partner and kids and how to deal with the discomforts as a family.  There’s no better way to listen to this episode than by tuning in with your family, so hit play now. If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action. 

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY What are your cognitive biases and how are they holding you back?  Our actions are fueled by our unconscious defaults. Why you choose one restaurant over another…The way you interact with your boss…How you talk about and handle adversity… All of these happen because you act upon your “cognitive biases.”  Cognitive biases are your defaults and assumptions that make day-to-day decision-making simpler. But inasmuch as it’s useful, cognitive bias is flawed. Your biases can hold you back because they don't always result in good decisions. BUT becoming aware of these biases can help you override them— and that’s exactly what we’re going to do in this episode. Listen in as I reveal 7 cognitive biases and how you can override them to have a better life, achieve more goals, and ultimately, find success through failure.  Tune in now and don’t forget to leave a rating and review if you find this episode helpful! If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action. 

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY There’s a popular quote: "How you do anything is how you do everything." How true is this in EVERY area of your life? Let’s find out… How do you rate yourself in terms of consistency in everything you do? Have you achieved consistency in certain areas of your life but not in others?  Is consistency holding you back?  “I can't stay focused…”“I struggle with discipline…” “I can’t stay committed to the goals and the habits that I want to be committed to…” If you perform well in some areas of your life but regularly catch yourself uttering these words about other areas, this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m going to reveal the tactics you can practice so you can achieve consistency across ALL areas of your life— even the ones where you struggle to find balance and success.  Tune in now and don’t forget to share this episode on social media: JimHarshawJr.com/SHARE.  If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action. 

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY   They say, “Confidence is key.” What exactly can confidence unlock in your life? How far can your confidence take you? Dr. Nate Zinsser is the Director of the Performance Psychology Program at the United States Military Academy at West Point— the most comprehensive mental training program in the country. Since 1992, he has helped prepare cadets for leadership in the U.S. Army.  He has been the sport-psychology mentor for elite athletes, including two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning and the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, as well as many Olympians and NCAA champions.  Dr. Zinsser has also been a consultant for the FBI Academy, U.S. Army Recruiting Command, and the Fire Department of New York.   He recently released his book, “The Confident Mind,” which offers a fascinating guide to the science of confidence and provides readers with a step-by-step program to best harness their belief in themselves to achieve success.  Listen in as Dr. Zinsser takes us into a deep dive to the power of confidence: how to achieve it, how to leverage it, and how it can help you reach success despite— and because of— failure. Tune in now! If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action. 

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY What if, seconds from now, you receive news that will forever alter your life? What would you do? How prepared are you? How prepared are you for the ups and downs of life? Are you prepared to navigate your family through a pandemic?Through a tragedy?Or something really challenging and tough? In this episode, we’ll talk about what it means to be ready physically, mentally, and even spiritually for anything. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a framework to follow so that you're more than ready to swing every time life throws you curveballs. We’re not just talking about preparedness for a disaster or power outage, but it’s also about the broader sense for what life can throw at you— which might mean a fight with your spouse, rolling your ankle, or a global pandemic.  Ready, set… tune in now! If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action. 

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY   Imagine you’re a young FBI Agent and you’re asked to infiltrate the mafia… That was exactly the life of former undercover agent, Joe Pistone aka Donnie Brasco, for 6 high-risk years! Former FBI agent Joe Pistone went undercover for 6 years assuming a fake identity as a small-time jewelry thief named Donnie Brasco. He infiltrated two of the Five Families of the New York City mafia that led to over 200 arrests and shed light into the once thought impenetrable mafia.  In his first book, “Donnie Brasco: My Undercover Life in the Mafia,” he detailed harrowing tales of criminal activity and nearly getting murdered on multiple occasions. His story was also adapted into a film starring Johnny Depp as Joe and Al Pacino as the mob hitman, Benjamin "Lefty" Ruggiero.  While in his second book, “Unfinished Business: Shocking Declassified Details from the FB,” he recounts his experiences after the operation, his time on the Hollywood set with Pacino and Depp, and other undercover operations through present-day. In this episode, we have none other than the man with a $500,000 bounty on his head from the mafia, Joe Pistone! Tune in as Joe reveals how he built a life as Donnie Brasco and how he survived living with infamous gangsters for years. You don’t wanna miss this interview, so hit that play button now! If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.