The American Dream is still alive and well, and Mark Matson wants to make sure everybody knows it. Mark joins us on the show to talk about his new book, “Experiencing the American Dream: How to Invest Your Time, Energy and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life.” Mark states that schools are promoting victimhood and entitlement, rather than hard work. He warns about seeing money as an evil thing, giving the example of his grandfather remaining poor his whole life because he held this view. He explains the American Dream is not an amount of money in your bank account, but rather a mindset about freedom that doesn’t exist in many other countries. Mark also gives us a bit of investment advice regarding the S&P, Bitcoin, and even DraftKings. So be sure to stay tuned until the end! Discover your ONE Thing through world-class coaching, training, and resources. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What Mark defines as the American Dream The importance of being open to talking about money Smart investing Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Experiencing the American Dream” by Mark Matson Learn more about The American Dream Experience Check out MatsonMoney.com Read “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill Read “Be of Service” by Arnold Schwarzenegger Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Setting goals is essential to creating the life you want—especially if that life is extraordinary. And when you’re in a long-term relationship, you’re not just building a life for yourself, you’re building a life together. That’s why you need to be aligned with your goals and what you want your life to look like in the future. Wendy Papasan runs the Papasan Properties Group, a real estate team affiliated with Keller-Williams in Austin, Texas. She’s also the founder of Her Best Life, a home repair and remodeling business, and a big part of the Goal Setting Retreat with her husband, Jay. She talks about the origins of the retreat, how it can help you find common ground with your life partner, and why getting aligned with your goals will help you both move forward faster. The Goal-Setting Retreat is a life-changing investment in yourself, your partner, and your team. Visit the1thing.com/events to sign up today. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Wendy’s 72-hour fasting experience What Her Best Life is and how they’re helping female entrepreneurs around the world The origins behind the Couples Goal Setting Retreat The benefits of asking deep questions with your partner and getting alignment with your goals How to best prepare for the Goal-Setting Retreat Links & Tools from This Episode Visit the1thing.com/events to sign up for the Goal Setting Retreat Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

To go far—in business or in life—you have to lean on the knowledge and experience of those who’ve been where you want to go. That’s what mentorship is all about. Easier said than done, though. People are busy—especially successful ones. But what if we told you that you can find all the mentors you need without them even knowing who you are? Scott Jeffrey Miller is a speaker, author, and podcast host with over 25 years in the leadership development industry. His new book Master Mentors Volume 2 is a compilation of thirty transformative insights from the greatest minds he’s had the honor to interview on his podcast. He’s learned not only what great mentors have to teach, but also how to put their insights into practice with what he calls “informal mentorship.” We discuss the ins and outs of mentorship, how to find the right mentor for you, and how you can be a mentor to others. If you’re looking for some mentorship of your own, Master Mentors Volume 2 is a great place to start. Learn from thirty of the greatest minds Scott Jeffrey Miller has interviewed and kick your mentorship off right. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance of mentors in the leadership process The difference between formal and informal mentorship Finding the right mentor for you at the right time The difference between coaching and mentoring Lessons learned from master mentors Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at scottjeffreymiller.com Read: Master Mentors Volume 2 Instagram: @scottjeffreymiller LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/scottmillerj1 Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

What if you could free up 30 hours in your work—all while helping your business reach new revenue heights? Many entrepreneurs know what it’s like to feel constantly busy, putting out fires, and only able to work on the things directly in front of them rather than the work that matters most. Richard Shaull is the co-founder and CEO of Unleashed, where he helps entrepreneurs focus on finding a 2nd-In-Command to take that busy work off their plate and allow them to get to that incredibly important work. They believe that every great visionary needs a great operations counterpart and that by pairing the right people you can unleash their full potential. We discuss why every CEO needs a great 2nd-In-Command, how to find the right person for you, and how to identify if you might make a good 2nd-In-Command yourself. If you’re a CEO looking to find a 2nd-In-Command, or you think you’d make a great 2nd-In-Command, visit Unleashed.ceo to find all of their free resources. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Richard’s entrepreneurial background and motivation The signs that you’re holding your company back How to find the missing link in your business The 5 core competencies of a great second in command Avoiding the most common hiring pitfalls Designing a 7-figure team structure Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more: unleashed.ceo LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richard-shaull Read: Make The Noise Go Away Read: Rocket Fuel Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

You can’t build a business on your own. And as you grow, the people who helped you build may no longer be a good fit for their role—or for the growth and direction of the company. So how do you handle these employees? And how do you hire for the future? Kurt Wilkin is the co-founder of Hire Better, an award-winning agency based in Austin, Texas, and the author of Who's Your Mike?: A No-Bullshit Guide to the People You'll Meet on Your Entrepreneurial Journey. We talk about who those people are, and more importantly, how to handle the transitions as your organization grows. Learn all about “Mike” and the different employee archetypes in your company in Kurt Wilkin’s book, Who's Your Mike? To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Who “Mike” is and how to find them in your business The pros and cons of hiring friends in your business The real cause behind “the great resignation” and how you can avoid it in your organization Identifying values and aligning them with your goals Approaching remote or in-person work What to do when your company outgrows an employee Recognizing when you’re the problem Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at kurtwilkin.com Read: Who's Your Mike? Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

One of the four thieves of productivity is the inability to say ‘no.’ Whether it’s a deeply-rooted habit, a desire to avoid disappointing others, or the (often false) belief that saying ‘yes’ will make you look good as an employee, this is a trap that is too easy to fall for. But saying ‘yes’ to too many things can easily push out your own priorities. Linda Babcock and Brenda Peyser are the authors of “The No Club: Putting a Stop to Women’s Dead-End Work.” They are going to share how everyone, women in particular, can get comfortable with saying ‘no’ to the work that doesn’t push their career forward while still ensuring that important work gets done. If you want to sharpen the skill of saying ‘no,’ visit thenoclub.com where you can purchase the book, learn to start your own club, and more. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What inspired The No Club Examples of non-promotable work Getting comfortable saying ‘no’ (even when it’s scary) Finding support and accountability for saying ‘no’ Creating delegation win-wins How organizations can operate equitably Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at thenoclub.com Read: The No Club Follow on Twitter: @thenoclub Follow in Instagram: @thenoclub Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Climbing Mt. Everest. To some it seems impossible—and yet many have managed this amazing feat of human endurance. What is it that gives someone the drive to achieve the unimaginable? One of the biggest challenges in achieving our goals is the internal belief that it is possible. In order to set big goals and have the motivation to keep pushing towards them, we have to be able to rewrite the negative beliefs that are holding us back and adopt a possible mindset. Colin O’Brady has achieved some incredible things in his life, breaking multiple world records and achieving the seemingly impossible. He’s going to walk us through how you can experience extraordinary success yourself and how to avoid the common pitfalls that come along with that process. If you’re interested in building your own Possible Mindset and taking on the 12-Hour Walk, visit 12hourwalk.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The motivation to achieve incredible feats Creating a possible mindset Find what your personal Everest is Taking the first step towards your impossible goals Acknowledging your limiting beliefs and overcoming them Links & Tools from This Episode 12hourwalk.com colinobrady.com Read: The 12-Hour Walk Instagram: @colinobrady Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

It’s the time of year when individuals or organizations look at the goals they set for themselves and wonder whether they set the right goals or if the strategies they implemented to achieve them are falling short. A goal should stretch you, which means you may not have absolute clarity on how to achieve it when you start the year. You may want to stick with that goal and challenge yourself to find new ways to achieve it. Yet as the year goes on you’ll learn more about yourself, or perhaps life circumstances will change—we’re all familiar with that over the past few years. So when is it okay to make adjustments to our goals? We’re going to discuss what to do when your goal no longer feels achievable, or how to move forward when circumstances change. We’ll also talk about when it may be time to reexamine your goals and make some adjustments to be more in line with your current circumstances. If you’re interested in setting up some accountability within your relationship, we are hosting our annual Couples Goal Setting Retreat to get aligned on what success looks like and how to keep each other on track towards achieving them. Visit the1thing.com/events to learn more. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Questioning when you should change your goals Using the 411 to guide your actions mid-year The importance of reviewing your goals often Having a conversation around your goals Finding accountability for your goals Giving yourself permission to make changes Links & Tools from This Episode Get more info about our Couples Goal Setting Retreat at the1thing.com/events Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com   Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Are you struggling to feel fulfilled even after achieving your goals? Do you find yourself running on autopilot, disconnected from your true desires? In this episode, we sit down with Finnian Kelly, founder of Intentionality, Inc., high-performance coach, and master breathwork facilitator, to explore the transformative power of intentionality. Finnian shares his personal journey from feeling lost and unfulfilled to discovering the profound impact of living with intention. Through his experiences, he learned the importance of aligning your actions with your desired feelings and embracing a feelings-first approach to life. He introduces us to his methodology of intentionality, which combines understanding the mind, harnessing the power of breath, and taking incremental steps toward your true goals. We dive into how prioritizing feelings over outcomes can lead to deeper satisfaction and joy. Finnian also explains the principles of scientific manifestation and how focusing on desired feelings can bring about the outcomes you seek. Join us as we uncover how to break free from habitual patterns, bring awareness to your actions, and create a life of true intentionality. If you're ready to transform your life and achieve new levels of fulfillment, visit the1thing.com.  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance of aligning actions with desired feelings How a feelings-first approach can lead to deeper satisfaction and joy The concept of scientific manifestation and creating desired outcomes The power of breathwork in bringing awareness and alignment Strategies to break free from habitual patterns and subconscious programming Practical steps to live with intentionality and achieve true transformation Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more at finniankelly.com Follow Finnian on Instagram: @thefinniankelly Read: Intentionality: A Groundbreaking Guide to Breath, Consciousness, and Radical Self-Transformation Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Let’s face it: Living The ONE Thing can be difficult. If it were easy, the book probably wouldn’t be needed. You’ve got to change your mindset, understand new and often challenging principles, as well as unlearn a lifetime of bad habits. We’ve all experienced the pitfalls that come with adopting this lifestyle, and we’d never want to ignore those realities. We’re going to explore some of those pitfalls, the challenges that come along with them, as well as the rewards that await on the other side. Visit the1thing.com to learn more about avoiding the pitfalls that come with living The ONE Thing, as well as finding a path forward that works for you. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Common pitfalls of living The ONE Thing The importance of becoming clear and focused Using the Seven Circles to calibrate your priorities Making the time commitment to get things done Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

One of the most common mistakes people make when they set a goal is that they think about it once, and then they forget about it until it’s time to check if they’ve hit it or not. But if you’re not checking in with yourself and asking how you’re doing along the way, you’re never going to reach it—and if you are, you’re probably setting your sights too low. We’re speaking with Jay Papasan, co-author of The ONE Thing, about some of the most common pitfalls and challenges people experience when they’re trying to implement The ONE Thing into their lives. Visit the1thing.com to learn more about setting goals, and—more importantly—having a relationship with them so that you can truly achieve them. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Jay’s journey as an author Moving from being entrepreneurial to purposeful What it means to have a relationship with your goals Adjusting your goal along the way The power of checking in and reflecting Setting goals for different seasons in life Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

We are entering a new chapter here on The ONE Thing podcast. We have two new hosts, who each bring their own unique voices to the show, as well as their personal experiences and values. But, as always, they are committed to living The ONE Thing in their lives—and helping you live it in yours. Before you can learn from someone, it’s important that you get to know them. Meet Sarah Hendricks and Chris Dixon, the news hosts of The ONE Thing. You’re going to hear them answer questions about who they are, what brought them to The ONE Thing, as well as fun personal details about their lives. Follow us along for this new chapter of The ONE Thing by subscribing on your favorite podcast player. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… Who the new hosts of The ONE Thing are What motivates us to get up in the morning What got Chris into skydiving Mistakes they’ve made and how they learned from them Sarah and Chris’ core values Where our hosts still struggle living The ONE Thing When The ONE Thing began to click Getting to know our new hosts Links & Tools from This Episode Visit the1thing.com/events to buy tickets to our goal-setting retreat Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

We talk a lot about setting big goals… but we don’t often get to explore what happens when you achieve them. After achieving your goals, you have to take the time to reflect on where you’ve been and set your compass to a new destination. As you grow personally and professionally, your goals are going to change. And when you reach those goals, you may be surprised to see a new path calling you. In going through this process, Geoff Woods, host of The ONE Thing podcast for over five years, has decided to step away from the show to focus on what matters most to him. We sit down with him to discuss his path to success, how he implemented the principles of The ONE Thing in his life, and how he was able to identify his ONE Thing. While things might be changing here at The ONE Thing, we are as committed as ever to helping you on your path to mastery. If you have any questions or feedback, please email podcast@the1thing.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [02:26] How Geoff got started with The ONE Thing [06:31] The lie that everything matters equally [08:49] Imagining a distant possibility and making it a reality [15:01] Working your way back to the lead domino [19:54] Protecting your calendar and maintaining control [27:47] The biggest a-ha moment Geoff has seen [31:38] The most important habit to form [33:22] Viewing mastery as a journey [40:21] Getting early wins on your journey following The ONE Thing Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

How important do you think habits are in your life? The way you show up in the world today is a reflection of the habits you have formed over a lifetime. But many of us are forming habits by default instead of by design. Gary Keller, co-author of “The ONE Thing” and chairman of Keller-Williams, says that habits are everything. And they are for you as well. Gary is going to walk you through how he sets his big goals and how he identifies the ONE habit that, if he can put that in place, makes achieving that big goal easier or unnecessary. As you reflect on your goals this year, what’s the ONE habit that, if you formed it, would make achieving those big goals easier or unnecessary? Visit the1thing.com/habits to learn more about how we can help you set good habits. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [03:18] The role of habits in your life [10:22] The habits that allow you to be in relationship with your goals [19:56] Creating habits that allow you to think big Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

When it comes to money, creating goals can be a little daunting. The gap between where you are and where you want to be can feel overwhelming, even insurmountable. But Justin Donald shows us that achieving your financial goals is not impossible. Justin is a family man with a business, not the other way around. He set a goal in his early 20’s to stop trading hours for dollars and create the freedom to buy back his time however he chooses. He now has the ability to choose to invest in the relationships that he wants as his number-one priority – and he did it by building habits that brought him closer to his financial goal one step at a time. What are the habits that would make achieving your goals easier or unnecessary? If you would like to join our community on a 66-Day Challenge, visit the1thing.com/habits. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [03:13] How to go on the journey of buying your time back [11:42] What it means to create financial freedom [13:36] How to build a better peer group [21:34] How to make mindset shifts around finances [36:54] How to get on the same page as your partner with your money [42:15] The importance of thinking long-term while enjoying the process Links & Tools from This Episode justindonald.com/book Instagram: instagram.com/justindonald LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justinwdonald the1thing.com/habits Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

In a world full of choices, deciding what matters most can be tricky. We know extraordinary success is about leaning into our priorities and avoiding distractions – but how do we know when to say yes and when to say no? Many people are searching for purpose. They want clarity on That ONE Thing so that they can make better decisions and have a direction for their life. But the truth is that clarifying your purpose is not always easy. Tapping into Your ONE Thing is a journey, not a lightning bolt. To help you navigate that journey, Jay Papasan talks about a new tool we’re developing here at The ONE Thing: The Core Values Deck. Jay has been a driver behind making this project a reality, and he shares how identifying your values can be a compass for your life and a tool to point you in the direction of your purpose. It’s incredible how much clarity three little words can bring, which is what makes this such a powerful exercise and tool. If you want to learn more about our Core Values Deck, visit the1thing.com/corevalues. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [02:12] How Jay chose his own core values [07:55] How your purpose aligns your decision-making [14:39] How Jay came up with the idea for the Core Values Deck [26:15] The danger of gut reacting [29:10] Sharing the journey with others Links & Tools from This Episode the1thing.com/corevalues Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

If we want to look at the quality of our relationships, we have to look no further than the quality of the conversations that we have. The everyday conversations with the people we care about are either strengthening our relationships or undermining them – and we’re not always aware of which is taking place because we’re failing so slowly we think we’re succeeding. When it comes to marriages, it can be catastrophic. With children, it can lead to relationships full of regret. With business, it can lead to millions of dollars lost that could have been realized.  So how do we fix it? How do we get clear on how we communicate with the people who matter most so that we build amazing relationships and build extraordinary lives? Susan Scott of "Fierce Conversations" has been on the show before, and she’s going to help us answer those questions. If you want to learn more about The ONE Thing Couples Goal Setting Retreat, you can go to the1thing.com/setmygoals. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [02:02] How you arrived at the results in your life one conversation at a time [07:08] Having conversations with yourself [12:11] Turning feedback into a conversation instead of a preconception [21:56] Getting comfortable with discomfort [32:33] Having the courage to have difficult conversations Links & Tools from This Episode fierceinc.com the1thing.com/setmygoals Read: "Fierce Conversations" Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Imagine what becomes possible when you and your most important relationships get on the same page about your future. Spoiler alert: Everything. Jay and Wendy Papasan have been setting goals together for the last 14 years. As a result, they have a stronger relationship and a bigger life than they could ever imagine. So much of their success is a credit to the framework they’ve established for how they communicate, how they think big, and how they make an impact in the world. You’re going to hear them share the proven framework that’s catapulted their success and so many other people who’ve attended our goal-setting retreats. If you would like to join in on this experience, we strongly recommend you join our Goal Setting Retreat at the1thing.com/setmygoals. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [04:41] What a couple’s goal-setting retreat looks like [08:07] The importance of getting in alignment with your life or business partner [17:27] How to enlist the support of someone who is resistant to goal setting [32:38] What you can do if there is a struggle around who will lead your couple’s goal-setting retreat Links & Tools from This Episode the1thing.com/setmygoals Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

When Caitlin Spears was rejected by America’s Next Top Model, it sent her into a spiral of body dysmorphia, depression, and anxiety. It took her years of self-reflection and hard work to figure out who she was at her core and how to become the person she wanted to be. Today, she helps other women on that same path. We are thrilled to have her as our guest in this episode. In our conversation with Caitlin, we talk about how to identify goals, create action plans, and develop routines. We also talk about the importance of surrounding yourself with likeminded people and healthy environments.  Everyone’s journey to health and happiness looks a little different, but the fundamentals are the same. Tune in to be inspired and nourished on your own journey. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance in discovering your core self and what you like How you have to show up as the future self you want to be  Creating goals, action plans, and routines Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more at CaitlinSpears.com Follow Caitlin on Instagram: @CaitlinSheySpears Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

On April 1st, 2022, The ONE Thing book turned nine years old. To celebrate nine years of helping people discover their lead domino, prioritize what matters most, and achieve extraordinary results, we’re looking back at our top nine favorite podcast episodes. Extraordinary results become possible when you are clear on what you are saying yes to. We can’t say yes to everything. When you set up dominos, the path to knocking them all down doesn’t involve flicking at them randomly one at a time. You set them up, line them up, and whack away at the first one. But so many people doubt that they can find that ONE Thing when it feels like they have so many things to focus on. Every year, Jon Gordon identifies one word that he’s going to focus on, a word that brings purpose to what he does. He uses that one word every single day to bring clarity to his actions. Using the tools Jon mentions in this episode will help you bring focus to every aspect of your life, too. If you are inspired by this episode and want to bring more focus to your life, visit getoneword.com to build an action plan using free available resources. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn… [02:34] Where the idea for the one word came from [04:34] What “One Word that Will Change Your Life” is about [10:55] How one word can transform your life [16:55] How to use a word to drive your actions [24:45] How one word helps you say no more often Links & Tools from This Episode getoneword.com Read: "One Word that Will Change Your Life" Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

On April 1st, 2022, The ONE Thing book turned nine years old. To celebrate nine years of helping people discover their lead domino, prioritize what matters most, and achieve extraordinary results, we’re looking back at our top nine favorite podcast episodes. Extraordinary results become possible when you are clear on what you are saying yes to. We can’t say yes to everything. When you set up dominos, the path to knocking them all down doesn’t involve flicking at them randomly one at a time. You set them up, line them up, and whack away at the first one. But so many people doubt that they can find that ONE Thing when it feels like they have so many things to focus on. Every year, Jon Gordon identifies one word that he’s going to focus on, a word that brings purpose to what he does. He uses that one word every single day to bring clarity to his actions. Using the tools Jon mentions in this episode will help you bring focus to every aspect of your life, too. If you are inspired by this episode and want to bring more focus to your life, visit getoneword.com to build an action plan using free available resources.   To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods.   In this episode, you will learn… [02:34] Where the idea for the one word came from [04:34] What “One Word that Will Change Your Life” is about [10:55] How one word can transform your life [16:55] How to use a word to drive your actions [24:45] How one word helps you say no more often   Links & Tools from This Episode getoneword.com Read: "One Word that Will Change Your Life" Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

On April 1st, 2022, The ONE Thing book turns nine years old. To celebrate nine years of helping people discover their lead domino, prioritize what matters most, and helping people achieve extraordinary results, we’re looking back at our top nine favorite podcast episodes. How do you succeed in health, your relationships, and with your money when there is so much uncertainty in the world? With all that’s going on, a lot of us have been facing challenges. Our health routines have been disrupted, our relationships have been strained, and a lot of our financial worlds have been rocked. Today, you’re going to hear stories from two groups of The ONE Thing members. One is a husband and wife couple who have gone on a journey of transforming their health, their wealth, and their relationship. The other is a corporate attorney who has leveraged The ONE Thing’s goal setting principles to not only maintain a thriving career this year but make sure she’s showing up as a wife and as a mother first. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [04:11] Where Matt and Malinda were before The ONE Thing [06:58] Getting on the same page with their goals [14:20] How going through the goal setting framework helped prepare for the unpredictable [21:04] What to do when you’re treading water [27:19] Giving yourself permission to do one thing at a time [30:48] Going from naively confident to having actual confidence [38:25] Creating an accountability group [39:41] Where to start [45:59] How you can join the Goal Setting Retreat Links & Tools From This Episode the1thing.com/setmygoals Losing 100 Pounds & Eliminating $551K in Debt - ONE Habit at a Time Episode 186: How ONE Working Mom Changed Her Life | Casey Gocel Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

You know what it’s like to question why you’re here, to feel like you’re working long and hard but deep down wonder if you’re doing the right thing, to look up at the end of the day, know you were busy, but question whether you actually got anything done. We all face these problems – some of us more than others. Lionel Strong has faced all of these challenges in a unique way throughout his career of over 20 years with the US Army Special Forces as a Green Beret. Today, he is the Command Sergeant Major within the Army – essentially the COO of the military. We discuss how he came across The ONE Thing, how he struggled to identify his purpose beyond his teams, what it looks like to prioritize things when everything feels like a top priority, and how to strike better counterbalance with your family when your job could otherwise consume so much. Where do you have the biggest opportunity for improvement? What's The ONE Thing you can do, such that by doing it, everything else would be easier or unnecessary? If you are not yet clear on your core values, pick up our Core Values Deck. If you’re an individual struggling to prioritize in your life, check out our Jumpstart Workshop. And if you want to bring this to your team, request a consultation and we will line up a time to connect. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:50] Why a Special Forces officer was seeking out The ONE Thing [07:15] The cost of not knowing your purpose [11:25] How your core values can lead to clarity of purpose [16:28] The difference between being effective and being efficient [18:41] How to fail without being a failure [23:09] How to inspire your team [27:09] Ways to strike a counterbalance between work and family [35:30] Setting boundaries for when you’re available Links & Tools From This Episode Core Values Deck Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

If you’re like most people, you know what it feels like to reach a point of burnout. No matter how much you love your work, you just can’t put any more hours in because it feels like your life is falling apart. That’s where The ONE Thing comes in. It’s not just a productivity tool, but a way of radically transforming your life by allowing you to focus on what matters most in all areas. Casey Gocel, a returning guest, is now five years into her journey of living The ONE Thing. She shares the things she has learned over the years on how to be more present at home with her family, and how to deal with the guilt of being a working mom. We hope that you identify ONE Thing that you can put into practice that will help you be more present when it matters most. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [02:10] Where Casey was when we first spoke to her [11:10] Setting rules for your time and holding yourself and others accountable [14:35] Embracing the principles of The ONE Thing in all areas of your life [16:14] How to handle mom guilt as a working mother [29:45] Casey’s advice for working moms Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Today’s episode begs a few questions. What’s the right job for you? What do you do exceptionally well that brings value to the people around you and the greater organization? And, where are you spending your time that doesn’t align with the answers to those questions? Every single one of us wants to have the perfect job, a job that we love to do, that we are great at, that fulfills us, and that creates value. That said, most of us know what it feels like to question if we’re heading in the right direction at all. Mark takes us through his journey to discovering what the right seat was for him and his business – and unpacks his realization that the long-term success of his company could no longer depend solely on him. If you would like support on your own journey, visit the1thing.com, where individuals can learn about our Jumpstart Workshop, or where organizational leaders can request a consultation to bring The ONE Thing to their business. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:34] Moving from being a contributor to a leader [14:29] Getting clarity on your role [20:59] How to get your team to buy in on The ONE Thing [26:08] Creating a culture that supports the whole person Links & Tools From This Episode thelloydgroupinc.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Sometimes, it takes having a massive amount of pain in your life to force you to make a change. We’ve all done it.  We know what we should be doing – but sometimes we just don’t do it. That is, until we get to a point where there is no other option. That’s when an interest in making a change turns into a commitment to making a change, at the point where the pain of resisting change finally outweighs the discomfort of having to change. In this episode, we hear the story of Phillip Stutts. He was seeing massive success at the start of his entrepreneurial journey, at the expense of feeling extraordinary amounts of pain in his personal life. Once he hit the tipping point where he could no longer take it, he set out to answer the question: How can I thrive both personally and professionally?  That’s when he was introduced to The ONE Thing.  If you find yourself wanting some guidance on your journey, visit the1thing.com. If you’re a leader of an organization and would like to have a conversation about what it looks like to implement this within your organization, you can request a consultation. And if you’re an individual, check out our Jumpstart Workshop to help you go deep on The ONE Thing. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:36] Making change when the pain gets to be too much [06:23] Applying political strategy to business marketing [09:30] The tradeoff between business success and family life [13:56] How The ONE Thing can help you find balance and prioritize your life [23:16] How to align your marketing with The ONE Thing [31:46] The lead domino to up your marketing game [33:13] How to define your success for the year Links & Tools From This Episode phillipstutts.com phillipstutts.com/insights Listen: The Undefeated Marketing Podcast Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you know your Seven Circles? In life, there are seven key areas that deserve our focus and attention: Our spiritual life, our physical health, our personal life, our key relationships, our job, our business, and our finances. If you’re listening to this show, you probably naturally focus on your job, your business, and your finances. The problem is, those three areas are like rubber balls. If you drop them, they bounce back. The other four areas are more like glass balls. If you drop them, they can be scuffed, cracked, or shattered completely. In this episode, we focus in on one of those areas, key relationships. The truth is, we can naturally give our professional life so much attention that we don’t show up purposefully in the relationships that matter most to us. Susan Scott is the author of Fierce Conversations, which we’ve highlighted in the past. Her newest book, Fierce Love, takes those principles and applies them to your romantic relationships.  Among many other things, she teaches us that relationships fail gradually, and then suddenly. This is an important conversation for all of us. We hope that this helps you begin to have the conversations you’ve been meaning to with the people in your life that matter most. Identify The ONE Thing you can do, such that by doing it, everything else becomes easier or unnecessary. That could be picking up the book, Fierce Love, or having that first conversation. Whatever it is, the important thing is that you act on it and turn this time spent into an investment. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:20] Why we need to have fierce conversations in our personal lives [10:18] How focusing on yourself can create a stronger relationship [17:11] The importance of setting non-negotiable conditions in your relationships [22:06] How to turn an argument into a conversation [34:51] Why most people are bad at confrontation—and how to get better at it [46:06] The ONE Thing you can do to start having fierce conversations Links & Tools From This Episode Learn more at fierceinc.com Read: Fierce Love Read: Fierce Conversations Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

If you’re looking for an hour and half morning routine that will make you successful and happy in 90 days, this isn’t the podcast episode for you. Why? Well, because that’s not actually how life works. Sonia Jhas joins us on the show today to talk about how to step away from rigid programs and perfectionism, and towards core values and embodiment in order to achieve your dreams. Sonia is the author of “I’ll Start Again Tomorrow: And Other Lies I’ve Told Myself.” Today we discuss the book’s top takeaways. Sonia explains how perfectionism and unclear values leads to us working against ourselves, leading to burnout and dissatisfaction. On the other hand, she explains, finding our own core values, listening to our bodies, and showing up for ourselves leads to more ease and empowerment.  If you’re a busy parent, driven entrepreneur, or even just somebody hoping to find a few more “aha” moments in your life, take a listen and see how you can start living a life of more ease, joy, purpose, and authenticity while achieving your dreams. If you're interested in identifying your values and finding your own path to success, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How inherited, unquestioned values and social media contribute to the cycle of perfectionism and burnout  Why you have to identify your core values if you want to build a happy, successful life How success and self-care go hand-in-hand Links & Tools from This Episode: Read Sonia’s book: “I’ll Start Again Tomorrow: And Other Lies I’ve Told Myself” Watch Sonia’s Ted Talk “Where do the Happy People Live” Follow Sonia on Instagram: @SoniaJhas Connect with Sonia on LinkedIn Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Chances are, if you’re listening to this, you’re familiar with The ONE Thing and you’re already implementing its lessons in your life. But what if you’re doing your best to follow your ONE Thing but still feel like you’re coming up short? What does success, or even progress, look like?  Today’s guest is Laurie Roth. You’ve heard from Laurie before, but today is a little bit different. She’s been following the ONE Thing since she was introduced to it in 2018, but struggles to put it into practice each day. This is a common refrain. Knowing what we should do isn’t the same as actually doing it. And let’s be honest, when your boss or colleague needs something from you, it’s very easy to discard your priorities to be a people pleaser.  The constant course corrections become exhausting and the lingering feeling that you’re doing something wrong can make you want to abandon your ONE Thing altogether, which is never the right thing to do.  Your best option is to protect your time once it’s blocked. You will be amazed at just how receptive most people are if you push back, even just slightly. A subtle “I can get this done by this time,” instead of, “I’ll take care of this right away,” is a perfectly suitable and understandable response when someone’s asking for help. With that slight verbal variation, you’re not dropping your priorities in favor of someone else’s.  Listen to the full episode as we reestablish this lesson and many more on our way to confidently and consistently committing to our ONE Thing. If you struggle to put protecting your 4-0-1-1 into action, then visit the1thing.com and request a consultation. We can arm you with the tools you need to ensure you’re actually able to put your ONE Thing to work. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:16] How do you know if you’re actually managing to live your ONE Thing? [05:46] How to properly use time blocking and a 4-0-1-1 [20:36] The importance of shutting down constant notifications so we can focus on our priorities Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

We all know what it’s like to have big goals accompanied by a sense of self-doubt. We might want to achieve incredible, ambitious goals – and, even better, we might be able to do it. Even, and especially, when we know it’s something we can achieve if we set our mind to it, there’s this little voice in the back of our minds telling us the task is insurmountable.  This week, we talk to April Splide, who’s had a very successful career in The Air Force, about how she was able to take ONE Thing principles and use them to overcome these feelings in herself on the way to competing in Ironman Triathlons.  When she first decided she wanted to compete, the idea seemed completely beyond anything realistic to her. By following a 4 1 1, she was able to make her dreams a reality. We break down the many tens of thousands of steps, laps, and miles, on her journey, and how you, too, can apply the ONE Thing in your life to achieve whatever you set your mind to.  If you’d like to see what a 4 1 1 looks like for yourself, take a look at the free resources section on the1thing.com, where you’ll find countless examples, templates and tools to help you on your journey.  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn [00:00] How April found her ONE Thing [04:11] How she came to believe in herself  [12:11] How a 4 1 1 let April take control of her time and achieve her goals Links & Tools From This Episode Episode #136: “How Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Weight Lives The ONE Thing” Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you ever wonder how much time is wasted in your workplace because a request takes someone away from something more pressing or simply a better use of their time? No one can be expected to know every little detail about the inner workings of a company and its employees – and, with working from home, this is truer now than it’s ever been before. It might sound silly, but think about it. Let’s say you’ve set time aside to work on your ONE Thing, but then you get a call from your boss. Are you going to finish what you’re doing or drop it in order to be a people-pleaser? Most of you would do the latter. But in all likelihood, only you know the best use of your time within your job because you’re the only person spending as much time doing it. This sense of trust and freedom to prioritize your workload as you see fit is a staple of our corporate culture at ProduKtive, and it’s something that Sarah Hendricks is still getting used to. It makes sense, but pushing back when people ask you for your time is easier said than done.  By the end of our conversation, she’s almost a different person, one who sees true value in putting her ONE Thing above all else. If this corporate culture sounds like something you want for your own business but don’t know how to truly implement, then visit the1thing.com and request a consultation in order to make sure your staff are clear about what matters most and that they’re willing to sometimes say “No.” To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [00:00] What it’s like to join ProduKtive [16:00] Leading by empowering your employees [23:27] The difficulties Sarah is encountering in adjusting to a new way of working Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

It’s only January, but you could already be behind on your goals. The purpose of a goal is to be appropriate in the moment; it’s not about achieving a result. That means there are things you should be doing, starting January 1st, to ensure you’re on track for where you want to go by December 31st. Of course, most people don’t think this way. They may not have even set those goals. If you are not clear about what you need to be doing, this week, right now, to achieve your goals by the end of the year, you are falling behind. In this episode, we give you a healthy lens through which to view your goals at the beginning of the year and teach you how to set yourself up for success by playing with a lead. If you would like to have a conversation about driving this across your whole team, visit the1thing.com and request a consultation. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [01:06] Why you need to be clear about your goals starting January 1st [03:33] How to prioritize your monthly and weekly priorities [09:22] Identifying your ONE Thing [10:54] Why this matters for leaders Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

As we step into a new year, we often take stock of our goals and ambitions. But hang on, if you do this every year, how often do you set targets, then look back at the end of the year only to realize you could have done better? Chances are, there are a few fundamental issues with how you’re thinking about goal setting. One of the major pitfalls that trips people up with resolutions is that they set their goals, then they don’t think about them until the end of the year when it’s time to see if they succeeded or not. Think about applying that logic to any other aspect of your life. It makes about as much sense as leaving raw ingredients out and returning to the kitchen expecting them to be cooked and prepared as a meal. Not only will they not be cooked, but some ingredients may even spoil in the time you’ve waited. Or, we discuss another example: you’ve met someone you like, romantically. If you really hit it off and you like each other, you’re not going to say, “Let’s check in with each other a year from now and see how this is going” are you? Of course not; that’d be crazy. Why would you treat a relationship with your goals the same way?  Tune in to this important episode before making your list of resolutions. Let’s break down the best way to approach annual goals so that they become a compass to guide our decisions throughout the year. The game has started. Now, it’s time to build a lead. If you would like help setting and applying goals like this for your year, visit the1thing.com, where we’ll be happy to set you up with a consultation to find the best way you can focus on and achieve your ONE Thing in the year ahead. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:00] What it means to unpack your annual goals [09:30] The importance of building a lead Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

We’ve reached the final episode in our six-part series exploring the benefits of the ProduKtive System, our proven method for applying The ONE Thing to your life, such that by doing it, everything else becomes easier or unnecessary. Sometimes, good habits are all you need, but getting them to stick can be easier said than done. Let’s explore how we can build them into our lives with intentionality.  Chances are, you’ve heard the idea that all you need to make seismic changes in your life are a few good habits. Many of us roll our eyes and dismiss the notion. If you want to lose weight, it’s easy to say, “Just form the habit of working out.” If it was that easy, you’d already be as fit as a pro athlete. The secret to all of this is that it actually is that easy. You just need to know what habits to form to get you from A to B. More often than not, that takes breaking down both cause and effect. What are the reasons you’re not achieving or maximizing your goals? What can you do to change that? That’s where our habit building should focus. And that’s the topic of this episode of the podcast.  For more information on exactly how we can all build simple habits into our lives that allow us to really focus on our ONE Thing, visit the1thing.com. You’ll learn more about the impact the ONE Thing can have on your success through simple, easy to implement steps.  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:20] The challenges we face when trying to have purpose [05:30] What it means to form intentional, positive habits [10:00] A habit-forming exercise you should try for yourself Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

In part five of our six-part series on the ProduKtive System, our proven method for applying The ONE Thing to your life, we look at taking action. It’s easy to read about carving out blocks of time intentionally and with purpose. But when it comes to actually turning down time with family or saying “No” to people, it can be a different story.  That’s what the ProduKtive System is here for. There are common traps people fall into, but if you put the concepts into action, you’ll find yourself living your ONE Thing in no time. In this episode, we show you the four steps to effectively blocking out time for productivity: build your bunker, store provisions, sweep it for mines, and enlist support. Listen to find out what each of these steps entails. Doing so can save you so much time in the long run. These rules for living are easily discussed, but putting them into practice can be a different story. Tune in to learn how to live your ONE Thing, instead dreaming about it. If you would like help implementing this in your own life in less time and with less stress, visit the1thing.com. As an individual you can learn more about our Living Your ONE Thing training membership, and if you are a leader wanting to facilitate creating this plan in your organization or team, request a consultation. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [01:00] How we block time without following the ProduKtive System [09:25] How to block your time effectively [19:50] The four things you can do to protect your time blocks Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

This is part four of a six-part series diving into the ProduKtive System, our proven method for implementing the principles of The ONE Thing into your life. While these principles are surprisingly simple to understand, they can be challenging to put into practice. Today we focus on how you can prioritize things so that you can stay on track to hit your daily, monthly, and yearly goals. It might seem like merely knowing what you should be doing is enough, we know that’s never the case. People struggle to bridge the gap between their yearly plan and what they need to accomplish this week. They are often reactive when they need to be proactive and they struggle to say no to the things that don’t matter as much.  In this episode, we unravel each of these ideas so that you can learn how to overcome them and achieve greater results in less time. If you would like help implementing this in your own life in less time and with less stress, visit the1thing.com. As an individual you can learn more about our Living Your ONE Thing training membership, and if you are a leader wanting to facilitate creating this plan in your organization or team, request a consultation. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:45] The 20% challenges people face when prioritizing their actions [04:30] Why failing slowly often looks like success [08:37] How to make time for what matters most [14:41] How to get better at saying no [18:03] How to get clarity for what matters most [24:16] How to put this into action Links & Tools From This Episode Free Resources Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

The top reason why startups fail isn’t about funding, technology, or the market. It’s because of people issues. Josh Yellin joins the show today to explain how to prioritize and work through issues between co-founders, teams, and whole organizations. Josh Yellin has a decade of experience running the Google Startup Accelerator. He worked with the world’s most promising startups and their founders. He found that many startup founders are technical wizards, but haven’t managed organizations before. Compounding the issue, the experienced people brought onboard by founders have a hard time adjusting to a startup team. Josh has now put all his experience and expertise in a book, “The Bonfire Moment, How to Bring Your Team Together to Solve the Hardest Problems Startups Face.” In today’s episode he gives us a few highlights: Common traps, Strawman vs Steelman arguments, and navigating feedback. This is an episode you definitely don’t want to miss! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why people issues often fall to the bottom of startup to-do lists Common traps for innovative teams Dealing with disagreements and feedback Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more and connect with Josh Yellin at BonfireMoment.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

This is the second in a six-part series of episodes exploring the steps of the ProduKtive system. ProduKtive will change how you think for the better, allowing you to cast a stronger vision with bigger, more precise goals.  In this episode, we cover what it truly means to cast a vision for the future. There are so many traps we can fall into that justify why we can’t stop and plan our futures out properly. Maybe we’re too busy. Maybe it’s impossible to see the future with any worthwhile clarity. Maybe we work for an organization and it’s not our vision that’s being implemented. Or maybe it’s just far too easy to stay attached to the way things used to be instead of having to imagine a whole new potential.  If any of this sounds like you, then you should know that it’s so much easier than you think. A few simple adjustments will allow you to become actually productive instead of just busy.  Casting a proper vision is the only way to make sure we work towards your ONE Thing instead of accidentally making our way to the wrong destination. What’s The ONE Thing you can do, such that by doing it, would make everything else easier or unnecessary? To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [00:00] The ProduKtive System [04:00] What it actually means to cast a vision [08:00] Goal setting to the now [14:40] Overcoming an attachment to the status quo Links & Tools From This Episode Learn more about the ProduKtive system Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Have you ever set goals that you thought would deliver you pure happiness once you achieved them – just to work hard, achieve them, and move on to the next without giving yourself a chance to feel fulfilled or celebrated? We all have and it’s something we should work out of our productivity-laden routines. How might we create more sustainable happiness on our road to achievement? Dan Sullivan has been working with business owners for decades under the program, The Strategic Coach, and was one of the pioneers of the coaching industry. We have a conversation around what it means to shift your perspective so you get out of the gap of dissatisfaction and live in the gain – where happiness lives. We’re always looking forward to the next goal, but we don’t give ourselves the chance to celebrate the successes we’ve had. This is common among ambitious people. The problem with this is that it undermines our happiness in the long run. Backed by his world-class expertise and experience in the field, Dan helps us lay the groundwork for this profound shift toward fulfilment.  Do you have an opportunity to shift more toward the gain? If you’re like most ambitious people, the answer is yes. What’s The ONE Thing you can do, such that by doing it, would make living in the gain easier or unnecessary? To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [02:27] What the gap and the gain is [10:35] Why most high achievers don’t celebrate how far they’ve come [16:48] How to shift from the gap to the gain [25:00] The importance of finding the right people [39:27] The difference between courage and confidence [44:12] What happens when we live in the gain Links & Tools From This Episode strategiccoach.com Read: The Gap and the Gain Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Over a trillion dollars were lost to voluntary turnover in the USA last year alone. Replacing an employee costs an average of between 1.5 and 2 times their annual salary – and that’s a conservative estimate. The salt in the wound? 52% of people who leave for a new job say that their management could have done something to keep them. So, how can you help your organization avoid becoming part of these unfortunate statistics?  Can you give yourself permission to make your world so big that, when someone steps into it, they can have everything they want and never need to leave?  Do you know the right questions to ask during the hiring process, questions that make instant connections and enable you to make a true commitment to each other that benefits both parties? As you listen to this episode, pay attention to how simple it can be to turn turnover around – and if you’re the employee in this equation, know what you need to ask from your employer to make your job one that you never want to leave. Finding your ONE Thing could be easier than you think. One of the best things you can do to solidify your path on this journey is to join us at our Goal Setting Retreat so that you’ll have the tools to know what you want out of your career five years or just five months from now. Find out more by heading to the1thing.com/setmygoals. And leaders: head to https://the1thing.com/corp-signup-v2 to request a one-on-one consultation where we can help you overcome your hiring and turnover challenges.  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [01:00] About the big problem of turnover in business and how it’s only getting worse [04:40] How to enlarge your world so as to become the kind of person other people never want to leave [06:50] About investing in your workers so that everyone wins Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you know the questions you should ask to ensure a happy, fulfilling, and lasting relationship? More importantly, do you know who you ask them to? (Hint: sometimes, the correct answer is yourself).  Conversations are the backbone of a relationship, but that doesn’t mean we know how to have them. Whenever one stops working, it’s a safe bet that it’s because of a breakdown of communication, be it not ensuring each other knows what’s expected of them, or simply allowing a disconnect to take hold.  Friend of the show and New York Times bestselling author, Susan Scott, founded Fierce in 2001, after 13 years of leading CEO think tanks and over 10,000 hours conversing with senior executives led her to realize that, while no single conversation is guaranteed to change the trajectory of a career, business, or life, any conversation can. This led to her sharing her valuable knowledge in the form of the Fierce book series, starting with the award-winning Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work and in Life, One Conversation at a Time.  Now, she’s turning her insights toward the world of romance with the upcoming Fierce Love: Creating a Love That Lasts, One Conversation at a Time, so she joins us to lay everything out there: where do we go wrong in our love lives and what can we do to align them with our ONE Thing? THE ONE THING TO IMPLEMENT FROM THIS EPISODE Susan Scott’s philosophy is to take things one conversation at a time, but to really maximize what we get out of each one. Those conversations require us to think and define the parameters of what we want to get out of them – and, sometimes, that’ll mean that we have the conversation with ourselves. That’s the best way to discover our relationship ONE Thing.  To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [02:30] What inspired Susan to venture away from business and toward romance [13:50] Some of the myths that derail relationships [21:30] The most important conversations you can have [28:20] Susan’s best advice for people starting their search for answers Links & Tools From This Episode susan@fierceink.com - email Susan and she’ll alert you when the book is available to order Read Susan’s first book: Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work & in Life, One Conversation at a Time Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Every organization has it’s impact players – those indispensable team members that you can count on when the stakes are high. And while others do their job, impact players find the job to be done. Whether they’re center stage or behind the scenes, leaders know who these top players are… and they want more of them on their team. While their impact is obvious, it’s not always as clear what makes these impact players different from their peers. How do you stack your team with people who can make the most impact when you don’t have a proven way of identifying them? Liz Wiseman invested her career in studying leadership, and, as she did, she became curious about the teams that we lead. She studied top contributors to begin identifying what they are doing differently, and how their mindset could potentially be available to everyone else who wants to contribute at that high level. As you listen to this episode, listen out for how to identify impact players at work, and then join us at our Goal Setting Retreat to figure out how to be an impact player throughout your whole life. You can find out more about our Goal Setting Retreat at the1thing.com/setmygoals. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:55] What Multipliers are in the workplace [06:21] The role of leaders and contributors, and how they fit together [09:50] What an Impact Player is and how to find them [16:32] What the most influential people do differently [21:48] Finding out how to create value [24:24] What stops people from being Impact Players [27:43] How to find what’s most important [41:43] What you can do to become an Impact Player Links & Tools From This Episode thewisemangroup.com Read: Impact Players Read: Multipliers Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Do you understand the history of time? Why do we view time the way we do? We have a problem with time: the majority of people spend it rather than investing it. They don’t view it as their most valuable resource, and they don’t hold it accountable to delivering a return – personally or professionally. Joe Sanok is going to help us understand why we view time the way that we do. Early in his career he began asking questions: Why work five days a week? Why not four? What would have to happen to make that possible? What could some of the hidden benefits be? Whether you choose to change the number of days you work is not the point of this conversation, but, rather, the point is to get you to challenge the way you currently view your time, how you spend it, and how you invest it. After hearing this conversation, see if you can identify ONE Thing, such that by doing it, would make investing your time easier or unnecessary. To learn more about the book that inspired this conversation, check out Thursday is the New Friday. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:08] Where Joe came up with the idea for the four-day work week [09:18] Why the seven-day week doesn’t make sense [10:41] Why people don’t challenge the status quo [13:10] Establishing what’s right for you [15:28] Bringing structure to the time you’re working [22:33] Protecting your time blocks [25:50] Honoring your own boundaries [30:24] Why time freedom matters Links & Tools From This Episode joesanok.com thursdayisthenewfriday.com Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Many of us grew up hearing the old adage: if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all. But as you get into the workforce – especially as a leader of people – part of your job is taking a stand for their greatness when they may be fighting for their limitations. Think about a time when you received some harsh feedback that you ended up being really grateful for. It probably helped you grow as a person. What did they do that made it successful for you? And what would have happened if you had not received that feedback? At the heart of a successful conversation is what Kim Scott calls “radical candor.” It’s about being candid with people and saying what needs to be said for their benefit. And it’s called “radical” because of how rare it actually is. One of the commitments you have to make to live a life of extraordinary results is to live the accountability cycle. We provide a simple framework called the 4-1-1, a tool that gives you clarity on your priorities for each of the four weeks of the month, your goals for the month, and your goals for the year. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [06:04] The meaning of candor [08:56] The importance of discussing the personal at work [12:34] Why Kim needed to write Radical Candor [15:19] How to overcome the fear of challenging [22:30] Personalizing your message for the person [28:53] Recognizing workplace injustices [47:43] How to disrupt workplace biases Links & Tools From This Episode kimmalonescott.com radicalcandor.com justworktogether.com Twitter: @kimballscott -- Your health is incredibly important.  And yet, it can be a struggle to get exercise and diet dialed in. Athletic Greens makes it easy to get the superfoods you need every day with its all-in-one powder. Kickstart your day with one tasty scoop every morning (containing 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole-food-sourced ingredients). Whether you’re keto, Paleo, vegan, or dairy-free, it’s got you covered. Get a free one-year supply of Vitamin D when you purchase at athleticgreens.com/ONE. -- Do you run a small business? Small business owners wear a lot of hats. Some of those hats feel incredible. However, filing taxes and running payroll... well, for most of us, they don’t feel great. They’re definitely not our ONE thing. That’s where Gusto comes in to help you make payroll, taxes, and HR easy. So ask yourself: is it time to take off some of your hats? You can get three FREE months when you run your first payroll at Gusto.com/ONE. -- When you’re busy, it can be a challenge to get dinner on the table every night. Sovereignty creates game-changing supplements to help your focus and your sleep. Their focus blend uses CBG and adaptogens to deliver results you can feel almost instantly. And their sleep blend calms the mind and body while helping you fall asleep and stay asleep. Visit sov.live and use code “ONE” for 20% off your first purchase. Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

If you don’t know your core values, you can end up being wildly successful, but miserable. If you don’t know your team members’ core values, they’re probably going to leave. Today, our colleague Mark Donohue, joins us to talk about what core values are and how to discover them.   We talk about how core values are factual, not aspirational. They aren’t what you aspire to be, but who you are at your core right now. By identifying them, you can better align your decisions with your sense of fulfillment, both in your professional and personal life.  Mark walks us through the process of identifying them, and how they may change over time. We also talk about how to manage conflict around people’s unique core values, finding counterbalances and new ways of doing things. Plus, we have a little fun with each other about our core values– it can be pretty amusing and endearing when you know your co-workers’ core values. Want to identify your core values? Sign up for our free webinar, access our free PDF, or buy the Core Values Deck at The1Thing.com/core-values  *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The difference between aspirational and factual values How identifying core values can lower conflict and increase fulfillment That your core values may change over time Links & Tools from This Episode: Sign up for our free webinar, access our free PDF, or buy the Core Values Deck at The1Thing.com/core-values  Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Every single one of us knows what it feels like to have too much to do – and not enough time to get it done. Because, so often, we are spending time instead of investing it, there’s an incredible amount of waste. But there’s a different approach. There’s a way to see time as the valuable resource it is, invest it into the things that matter most, actually see a return on that investment, and, as a result, get more done in fewer hours with less stress. Geoff explains this very thing on Phillip Stutts’ The Undefeated Marketing Podcast. He gives examples of how organizations and teams just like yours have used the principles and models of The ONE Thing to shift from being busy to being productive. Look inward, and, based on your team, identify The ONE Thing you can do from this episode that would make moving from busy to productive easier or unnecessary. And if you’re wondering how to take it a step further, visit the1thing.com and click on “Grow Your Business” to request a consultation. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:44] How spending time instead of investing it holds businesses back [11:24] What Geoff learned from Gary Keller [15:35] How to make your calendar reflect your priorities [20:17] How Gary markets his businesses [29:50] Approaching the pandemic and transitioning out of it [35:53] What the future of work will look like Links & Tools From This Episode Listen to The Undefeated Marketing Podcast Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

starting to settle, companies are forced to ask themselves what the future of work looks like. The time to make the decision is now. Are we going to go back to the office full time? Are we going to take a hybrid approach? Or are we going fully virtual? We need to be clear about that strategy going forward – or risk losing the trust of our teams. Robert Glazer literally wrote the book on How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace. He’s going to walk you through what the future looks like, what you should consider as a leader, and how individuals and organizations can thrive virtually.  These can be difficult to work out on your own, but they’re all covered in the models and systems of The ONE Thing. If you’re trying to work this out within your organization, visit the1thing.com/teams. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [02:56] Why Robert took his company virtual over a decade ago [10:12] Why the remote work conversation is relevant right now [20:01] Shifting from activities to results [27:20] The big rocks you can do to thrive virtually [34:16] Thriving as a remote organization [38:37] Creating boundaries while working from home [43:18] Transitioning from work to personal time Links & Tools From This Episode robertglazer.com Read: How to Thrive in the Virtual Workplace the1thing.com/teams Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

At last year’s Goal Setting Retreat, Gary Keller said this: “If you have big goals and you haven’t achieved them yet, there are only two reasons that you’re where you are instead of where you want to be: it’s either the actions you took or the relationships you have.” And he’s right. Think about the habits, the choices, and the relationships that got you to where you are today. Now think about what you may be missing in order to achieve growth and pursue bigger goals. Listen in to the entire talk Gary gave at that retreat, and if you want to be a part of this year’s Goal Setting Retreat, visit the1thing.com/setmygoals. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:01] The role of habits in your life [06:57] Forming the habit of forming habits [10:04] Having a relationship with your goals [15:33] Building habits that allow you to think bigger [21:10] How to identify a missing habit [26:56] Choosing your mentors [34:56] Investing your time effectively [42:23] Frontloading your priorities and saying no [47:36] The advice Gary would give his past self Links & Tools From This Episode the1thing.com/setmygoals Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Have you started thinking about your long-term goals yet? One of the things that causes the most stress – whether it’s for individuals or couples – is money. Maybe you feel like you should be making more or like there’s not enough at the end of the month, but what if you could change your view around finance? It turns out it’s less about the amount of money you have… and more about the relationship you have with it. Ramit Sethi is the New York Times bestselling author of I Will Teach You To Be Rich, but in this case, being rich doesn’t come down to a number. It’s about the quality of life you can achieve when you are purposeful with what you have. Where do you have an abundant relationship with money and where do you feel scarcity? There’s no right or wrong answer. Just explore how you feel and whether those feelings are serving you or imposing a ceiling over your achievement. If you want to take your money goals to the next level, join our Goal Setting Retreat by visiting the1thing.com/setmygoals. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [04:05] Why Ramit devoted his career to helping people with money [05:53] The premise of I Will Teach You To Be Rich [09:40] What it means to live a rich life [14:04] Getting out of alignment with your life [16:48] How couples view money [22:23] What inspired Ramit’s podcast [25:02] Diving into the psychology of money [32:01] Aligning your goals and supporting each other [36:20] The $100 challenge Links & Tools From This Episode iwt.com Listen: I Will Teach You To Be Rich Instagram: @ramit Twitter: @ramit Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75

Even the best-laid plans, habits, and intentions can be derailed by familiar pitfalls. Change isn’t easy, but there are simple strategies you can use to make change possible. When you understand what’s standing between you and success, you can tailor-fit your solution so that no problem is too big and no barrier unmovable. Katy Milkman is the award-winning researcher whose science-based approach to behavioral change has helped both individuals and organizations conquer their goals and get from where they are to where they want to be. You’ll learn how to break down the common problems we all face when we set out to create change in our lives. Change isn’t easy, but with the right tools, you can give yourself a big head start. If you’re looking to make changes in your life or organization, read How to Change and learn the best ways to approach it. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:54] How the book How to Change came to life [11:09] The power of fresh starts [20:56] The harm of disrupting fresh starts [26:46] The importance of tracking [31:09] Why mulligans matter [36:22] The benefits of a “No Club” [40:54] How much you can change at once [43:17] Sustaining good habits after a slip-up [47:48] Prioritizing what to change first Links & Tools From This Episode katymilkman.com Read: How to Change LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/katy-milkman Mentioned in this episode: Factor 75 Head to FactorMeals.com/one50 and use code one50 to get 50% off. That’s code one50 at FactorMeals.com/one50 to get 50% off! Factor 75