The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas

This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, the crew dives into a raw, awkward, but absolutely necessary conversation: what happens when your partner stops trying? One listener asks, “Do I tell my wife she never dresses up anymore… or stay quiet to keep the peace?” CJ, ET, Karl, and Jemal open up the uncomfortable truth about relationship expectations, unmet needs, and why most couples are too scared to say what they really want. From misaligned visions to silent resentment, they break down why failing to communicate can slowly destroy even the best marriages. If you’re married, dating, or want a healthy relationship, this episode will challenge you hard and give you real steps to fix things — before you lose what you’ve built. 🚨 Don’t miss this one — your relationship might depend on it. 💍 Ready to celebrate your love instead of always saving someone else’s? Visit ForeverForwardMarriage.com to join the movement. — 🎤 Also, don’t miss the Next Level Speakers Conference: June 7-9, Atlanta | Featuring Lisa Nichols + Eric Thomas on the same stage for the first time ever! 👉 NextLevelSpeakersConference.com 🛎️ Join our Patreon for exclusive lives, behind-the-scenes content, and early access: ⁠http://patreon.com/S2SPodcast120⁠ 👉 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast 👉 Subscribe on YouTube: S2S Podcast Channel

You ever wonder why your healthy marriage still feels heavy? In this episode, the guys get real about the weight of being the “strong couple” in your circle — the ones everyone runs to when their relationship is falling apart. But what if constantly being surrounded by broken marriages is secretly impacting your own? From secondhand smoke to secondhand divorce, CJ, ET, Karl, and Jemal unpack why healthy couples need spaces to recharge, reset, and be celebrated — not just drained. They introduce a bold new vision: Forever Forward Marriage — an exclusive retreat for healthy marriages only. ▶️ Why healthy marriages need protection ▶️ How Camille nursed Jemal through two surgeries — twice ▶️ The danger of dimming your light for broken couples ▶️ Creating a marriage Olympics — the All-Star Game for couples in bliss ▶️ What real investment in your spouse actually looks like This isn’t a marriage conference for broken people — it’s a celebration for couples in bliss. 💍 Ready to celebrate your love instead of always saving someone else’s? Visit ForeverForwardMarriage.com to join the movement. — 🎤 Also, don’t miss the Next Level Speakers Conference: June 7-9, Atlanta | Featuring Lisa Nichols + Eric Thomas on the same stage for the first time ever! 👉 NextLevelSpeakersConference.com 🛎️ Join our Patreon for exclusive lives, behind-the-scenes content, and early access: http://patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast

🔊 Episode Description:This week on the Secret to Success Podcast, Eric Thomas and CJ go all the way in. If you’ve ever been the person holding it all together while everyone around you falls apart, this episode is your wake-up call.ET opens up about what it really means to be fully responsible—and the emotional, financial, and physical toll it takes when you constantly pour into people who don’t take ownership for themselves. From family to friends to business partners, this conversation exposes the difference between helping and enabling.CJ shares powerful insights on how to protect your peace, what it looks like to set boundaries with love, and why walking away isn’t quitting—it’s maturity.This episode is raw, practical, and guaranteed to shift the way you approach relationships.💥 You’ll learn: Why partial responsibility is more dangerous than none How to spot takers (even when they’re close to you) What “generosity wars” look like when done right Why you should stop playing the hero and start protecting your purpose 🔥 Don’t miss out:▶️ Subscribe to the YouTube channel: youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel🎥 Join our Patreon family for exclusive behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/S2SPodcast120📲 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast

You’ve got big dreams. You’ve got ambition. So why does your life still feel off?In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Jemal, and Karl break down a truth most people avoid: you’re not certified for the life you keep asking for.We don’t mean a degree or a license — we’re talking about the inner work, the healing, the consistency, and the mastery that separates dreamers from doers. If your life feels unstable, your vision unclear, or your progress slow… this episode will show you why — and what to do next.Because the dream ain’t enough.🔗 Follow & Support the S2S Podcast: 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast📺 Watch full episodes on YouTube: Subscribe here💬 Join our Patreon community: patreon.com/S2SPodcast120 — get access to bonus content, behind the scenes, and live Q&As!🎧 New episodes every week.Thank you for rocking with us — transformation over information, always.

Most people don’t realize their real stress isn’t the layoff, the diagnosis, or the bad news — it’s the fact that everything in their life is depending on one source. One income. One plan. One backup. And when that one thing fails? Everything starts crashing.In this episode, the guys break down why relying on one stream of income is the fastest route to burnout — and what it looks like to actually prepare for a storm before it comes. If you’ve ever felt like your world was one unexpected bill away from collapse… this one’s for you.You don’t have to live in fear. But you do have to prepare.👕 List to the full episode and then share it with someone who needs to get their financial foundation in order.

CJ shares the hilarious and inspiring moment Eric Thomas made him “President” of a company that didn’t even exist yet — with nothing but a vintage t-shirt and a vision. From that Embassy Suites meeting to global impact, the guys break down what it means to believe before you see results. Plus: Maul’s indoor pool story, food temperature debates, retro checks, and why controlling your environment is key to success. This one’s equal parts laughter, legacy, and life lessons.💡 Featuring powerful moments on vision, assertiveness, mindset, and the journey from humble beginnings to global influence.Join Our Community & Go Deeper:✅ 🔥 Get Exclusive Content & Coaching: Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, expert training sessions, and behind-the-scenes content → https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120✅ 💡 Stay Inspired Daily: Follow us on Instagram for bite-sized motivation → @s2spodcast🔔 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode:🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1🎙️ Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-secret-to-success-with-cj-karl-et/id840990649👉 Now ask yourself: Are you ready to stop making excuses and start making moves? Let’s get it. 🚀

🚨 Your life is out of control… but it doesn’t have to be! 🚨Most people let outside forces—the economy, their job, even the government—determine their future. But the truth is, YOU control the climate of your life! 🌡️💨In this eye-opening episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, the hosts break down how successful people create home-field advantage, no matter the circumstances. Jemal King delivers a game-changing analogy about controlling your own temperature—while it’s freezing outside, his pool room is 90 degrees because he set the thermostat. The same applies to your finances, business, and success!💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ How to take control of your finances (instead of waiting for job security)✅ Why real estate and entrepreneurship are the keys to independence✅ How small mindset shifts can completely change your future✅ The hidden turnovers & mistakes stealing your success✅ How to create home-field advantage in life & businessStop letting the world control you. Set your own thermostat. Take charge of your life. This episode will give you the tools to stop waiting and start winning!🎧 Listen NOW & Take Control!🔥 JOIN OUR EXCLUSIVE COMMUNITY for behind-the-scenes content & coaching:Patreon.com/s2spodcast120🔔 Subscribe for More Mindset Hacks & Success Strategies!📍 Follow us on Instagram: @s2spodcast📍 Watch FULL episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Secret to Success podcast, we’re diving deep into the mindset shift that separates the weak from the unstoppable. If you’ve ever felt stuck, angry, or held back by your past, this is the episode that will force you to take a hard look in the mirror and make a choice: keep making excuses or use your pain as fuel.ET shares powerful, real-life stories—including how he forgave his father, how love is the ultimate weapon, and why true strength isn’t about never struggling but about rising up when life knocks you down. We also discuss the difference between people who talk about success and those who become successful—and why your excuses won’t cut it anymore.Whether you’re facing struggles in relationships, business, or life itself, this episode will challenge you to stop playing victim and start becoming the version of yourself that refuses to lose.Key Takeaways & Action Steps:🔥 Face Your Truth – Stop hiding behind your pain. Acknowledge it, own it, and use it as fuel to move forward.❤️ Love is Power – The real strength isn’t in fighting—it’s in choosing love when you have every reason not to. Forgiveness isn’t for them, it’s for you.🛠️ Upgrade Your Mindset – Success isn’t just about strategy. It’s about becoming the type of person who attracts success through discipline, focus, and transformation.🚀 No More Excuses – If you’re not willing to do the hard work—mentally, physically, spiritually—you will never reach your potential.Join Our Community & Go Deeper:✅ 🔥 Get Exclusive Content & Coaching: Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes, expert training sessions, and behind-the-scenes content → https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120✅ 💡 Stay Inspired Daily: Follow us on Instagram for bite-sized motivation → @s2spodcast🔔 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode:🎥 YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1👉 Now ask yourself: Are you ready to stop making excuses and start making moves? Let’s get it. 🚀

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Secret to Success podcast, CJ, Dr. King, and Douglas hold nothing back as they challenge you to face adversity head-on. Learn why running from tough situations is the fastest way to fail—and how the right mindset can transform obstacles into opportunities.The hosts dive deep into what separates those who thrive under pressure from those who crumble. Discover how to stop letting missed shots and setbacks derail your vision and why mental toughness is the secret weapon of the successful.💥 Want more real talk and exclusive content? Join our Patreon community today: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120#MindsetMatters #MentalToughness #SuccessMindset #OvercomingFailure #SelfImprovement🎧 Don’t just listen—take action and change your life today!Join Us on PatreonDon’t miss exclusive content and behind-the-scenes perks—join us on Patreon to access deeper transformation and practical tools. Ready to take the first step toward your greatness? Watch now and apply these transformative lessons today!- Patreon for Exclusive Content: https://www.patreon.com/c/S2SPodcast120👉 Follow S2S Podcast for More Motivation:- Instagram: @s2spodcast - https://www.instagram.com/s2spodcast/- YouTube: S2S Podcast Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@S2SPodcastChannel?sub_confirmation=1

🔥 They counted us out, but we didn’t fold. In this episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, we’re getting REAL about setbacks, resilience, and the moments that define your legacy. From being blackballed to bouncing back at the highest level, ET, CJ, and the crew unpack the power of perseverance when the odds are stacked against you.🚀 We also dive into:✅ Why most people only have wishes, not real dreams✅ The shocking story of ET being banned from speaking at his own alma mater✅ How real estate investing is shifting the game for wealth-building✅ The game-changing electric Escalade experience (best ride ever?)💡 This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever been underestimated, counted out, or doubted. Let’s talk about how to push past adversity and step into your true greatness.🔗 Subscribe for weekly motivation:📲 Follow us on IG: @s2spodcast