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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