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Why do some people seem to win over and over — in business, health, and life — while others struggle to get traction?

👉 It’s consistency.

In this episode of the Forward Focused Podcast, Jon and Nick dive deep into what it really means to be consistent, why most people fail at it, and how to set up simple systems that keep you on track — even when life gets busy.

They’ll share their own tools, daily routines, and mindset shifts for staying consistent in business, health, family, and finances — without burning out.

🎧 If you’ve ever struggled to stick to your goals (or if you’ve ever wondered "why do I stop even when I know what to do?"), this episode is for you.

What you’ll learn:

How to build consistency that lasts (and feels sustainable)

Tools to track and measure your progress

Why "starting small" is the secret to big results

How to adjust when you fall off track — without quitting

How your environment can make (or break) your consistency

💡 Whether you’re chasing business goals, fitness targets, or life balance — consistency wins every time.

👉 Watch or listen now!

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro: The Importance of Consistency

00:22 - Starting Small: Why It's Key to Avoid Burnout

01:30 - Consistency vs. Sprinting to the Finish Line

02:00 - How to Measure and Track Consistency in Life & Business

03:06 - Breaking Down Big Goals: The $27/Day Example

04:12 - Why You Don’t Have to Be Perfect to Be Consistent

05:00 - Who Holds You Accountable? Self vs. External

06:01 - Podcasts & Books That Support Consistency

07:00 - Guardrails and Personal Rules to Stay On Track

08:02 - Tools to Track Your Habits and Progress (Routine App + Reminders)

09:32 - The "If Everyday Looked Like Yesterday" Reflection System

11:30 - The Role of Environment: People, Place, and Habits

13:06 - Buffer, Focus, and Free Days: A New Way to Structure Your Week

14:46 - The Archer Analogy: Rest, Reset, and Go Farther

16:00 - The Daily Rundown: 3 Things to Keep You Consistent

18:44 - Why You Should Front Load Your Week and Month

20:21 - Why We Struggle with Consistency (Education vs. Execution)

22:18 - The Power of Environment: You Become Who You're Around

24:05 - Letting Go of Old Versions of Yourself

24:40 - Final Thoughts: Consistency Compounds (and Why It's Worth It)

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What if hitting "reset" on just one thing could change everything? In this episode of the Forward Focused Podcast, Jon and Nick dive deep into the power of a personal reset — from cutting out alcohol to prioritizing fitness and mental clarity.

They share real-life insights from their own journeys, surprising stats about what happens when you give something up (like 71% of people sleeping better after a month without alcohol!), and practical tips for anyone looking to make a change — no matter where you're starting.

If you've been thinking about a reset in your life — whether it's your health, mindset, or daily habits — this is the conversation you need to hear.

👉 Watch now to learn:

How small changes create massive results over time

Why adding less to your life might be the key to growth

Simple ways to get started on your own reset

The importance of accountability and sharing your goals

💡 Ready to make this your best year yet? Hit play and let's dive in!

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to the Forward Focused Podcast

00:12 - Why the "Reset" Conversation Matters

01:00 - The Perfect Time to Hit Reset on Your Life

01:41 - What a 40-Day Reset Looks Like (Real Example)

02:44 - Surprising Stats About Quitting Alcohol

03:38 - Leveling Up by Removing, Not Adding

04:41 - Filling the Void: How to Replace Old Habits

06:07 - Accountability: Why Sharing Your Reset Is Key

08:14 - The Role of Nutrition in a Successful Reset

10:01 - Helping Others Helps You Grow: Coaching Insights

12:14 - Fitness for Life: Why Longevity Over Looks

14:01 - Real Life Example: Training for Everyday Strength

15:33 - Reset as a Lifestyle: It's Bigger Than You Think

16:38 - Start Small: Incremental Steps for Big Change

17:46 - Is Breakfast the Most Important Meal?

18:22 - Final Thoughts: Why You Don’t Have to Wait to Start

An exciting announcement for our coaching clients: Forward Focused has been retooling to rally around 8 key development areas we believe will allow you to live your fullest life and build your best business. Check out this quick announcement to hear what these pillars are and how we’ll use them to curate a coaching plan for our clients. 

Interested in starting off strong in the new year with a 1:1 coaching program? Reach out at the link below to get the ball rolling with a confidential conversation.

www.getforwardfocused.com/coaching

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Looking forward into the new year, exciting changes are coming to Forward Focused to help us provide a world-class 1:1 experience for our clients. This episode is a preview of what’s in store for 2024 — including the announcement of a new president early next year and a renewed commitment to the unique pillars that build a well-rounded leader.

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Chapter Breakdown:

00:00 - Intro

00:21 - The Forward Focused Beginning

00:54 - Changes Over The Years

01:20 - A New Forward Focused President - Coming Soon!

01:40 - Stepping Back From CEO

02:16 - What To Expect

2:21 - New Pillars for Forward Focused

03:38 - Outro

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Regardless of your industry, the last several years have brought unprecedented challenges and obstacles. So, if you’re feeling a bit beat down as you close out 2023, remember this: you have a perfect track record of surviving your worst days. Continue betting on yourself.

Today’s Flash Cast is a message of gratitude for YOU — for trusting Forward Focused to guide your growth journey, for showing up, and for investing in yourself. We are committed to delivering more value and opportunities for you in 2024 and can’t wait to share what’s in store.

Thank you for your partnership and resilience!

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Selflessness is a powerful quality for a leader to cultivate — particularly in times of uncertainty or change. In this Flash Cast, we’re discussing 13 ways you can develop healthy selflessness for your team, taken from Tom Ziglar’s book, “10 Leadership Virtues for Disruptive Times.”

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If you’re using the same coaching techniques for every relationship within your organization, you’re missing an opportunity to meet each person where they’re at to help them truly develop.  

In this Forward Focused episode, we’re looking at the Skill-Will Matrix. It’s a coaching technique that will help you identify the type of support that best matches each person individually, based on both their skill level and their willingness to perform a task. It will also help you determine if you have the right people in the right seats for the right tasks. 

Chapter Breakdown:

00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Defining Skills

01:13 - Enhanced Focus

02:15 - Looking At The Filled Seats

03:23 - Helping The Team Thrive

03:46 - Quadrant Breakdown

05:33 - High Skill, High Will

06:35 - High Will, Low Skill

08:25 - Low Will, High Skill

09:48 - Low Will, Low Skill

11:14 - Give It Some Thought

11:37 - Meet Your People Where They Are

11:54 - Outro

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High achievers think differently. From athletes like Michael Jordan and Tiger Woods to coaches like John Wooden, no one understands the performance mindset of these champions better than Don Yaeger. 

Don is the author of 35 books — 11 of which are New York Times Best Sellers — and has interviewed countless athletes and leaders about winning, on and off the field. In this Forward Focused episode, we sat down with Don to talk about the habits of high performers … how they think, live, prepare and work. Spoiler alert: they rarely attribute their success to raw talent.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro

00:57 - Meeting Up With Don Yaeger

02:38 - The History of Don Yaeger

04:01 - 16 Characteristics of Greatness

07:06 - Lessons From John Wooden

14:29 - Greatness of Michael Jordan

18:53 - Learning from Tiger Woods

23:02 - The Best in Class

25:45 - Actual Alignment

26:36 - The Pyramid of Success

28:26 - Greatness is a Journey!

29:52 - Reminders of What Actually Matters

31:19 - Memorable Share From Don Yaeger

33:07 - The Corporate Competitor Podcast

34:27 - Outro

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Additional Links: 

The Corporate Competitor Podcast - 

https://donyaeger.com/corporate-competitor-podcast/

16 Characteristics of Greatness -

https://donyaeger.com/characteristics-of-greatness/

Pyramid of SUCCESS - 

https://www.thewoodeneffect.com/pyramid-of-success/

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With discipline and dedication, the small habits you create — or, that extra rep — can compound to create extraordinary results. This Forward Focused Flash Cast highlights an incredible book that explores that concept: “The Power of One More” by Ed Mylett. 

There are so many ways to apply the principles from this book to your own journey. Listen in for some key takeaways and why the topic is so relevant heading into the back half of 2023.

Chapter Breakdown:

00:00 - Intro

00:31 - Ed Mylett Keynote Intro

01:37 - The Power of Doing One More

02:43 - When Challenges Get Real

04:22 - Surrounding Yourself With the Right People & Things

04:37 - Pain Changes Us

06:39 - 100 Degree Life

08:40 - Relationships That Serve You

09:23 - Living in the Matrix - Reticular Activating System

11:57 - Asking the Questions That Matter

12:58 - Ed's Story

14:18 - Outro

After a few years of fist bumping and virtual meetings, we’ve lost the art of the first impression. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why it’s so important to make a meaningful connection when you meet someone new — whether you’re at a wedding or a business conference.

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