Customers are evolving. Customer service and customer experience needs to evolve with it.  Your business brand or your personal brand is enabled by your customers’ trust and confidence in that brand. And putting the customer first today requires greater speed and agility than ever before. Gabe Larson, Head of Marketing at Kustomer which has recently been acquired by Meta and host of the Customer Service Secrets podcast, shares what it means for him and his company to put the customer first in today’s market and how it can shift our mindset from viewing customer service as a cost and more as a revenue generator. Is customer service your ONE Thing? Visit the1thing.com and find out how to align your teams around your priorities to see results that move the business forward. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The power and impact of customer confidence The core pillars of building a sustainable brand Using creative plagiarism outside of your field for inspiration The changing expectations of customer service Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more: kustomer.com Listen: Customer Service Secrets Connect with Gabe: linkedin.com/in/gabelarsen Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Dr. Richard Winters is a career physician out of the Mayo Clinic focusing on emergency medicine, having served as managing partner for the Democratic Physician Group, department chair of an emergency department, president of an 800-physician medical staff, and CEO and founder of a startup care organization. Dr. Richard has most recently grown into the role of a trainer, executive coach, and developer of future leaders. He dives into how he leverages the skills he’s seen in his career environment to help new and developing leaders sharpen their skills. We talk about what it means to create a shared reality, how to identify the fears and worries of your team, and how to infuse a shared vision of what success looks like. If you’re looking to up-level your leadership skills, visit the1thing.com to see our free resources, paid offerings, and more. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The parallels between being a good physician and a good leader The importance of collaboration in good leaders Questioning best practices and assumptions Intentionally acknowledging your fears and doubts Creating a shared reality in the workplace Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at richardwinters.com Read: You're the Leader: Now What? Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

A major determinant of company culture comes down to how you value your people leaders — those who develop the talent within your company. Cheryl Desantis is the Chief People & Diversity Officer at the Smile Direct Club, a company disrupting the 120-year-old, $20 billion dollar orthodontics industry. She holds more than 20 years of experience in strategic people and organizational development. She enables the growth of a business through its team members, striving to maintain a strong company culture through values-based leadership. Her purpose is to inspire and empower courageous transformation in leaders to bring more empathy, love, and kindness to the world. Her new book “Steel Backbone, Soft Heart: How Heart-Centered Leadership Changes the Way You Live, Love & Lead” is out now. We discuss what it means to have a soft heart and a steel backbone, why human-centered leadership is a must for the future, and how to find the balance between productivity, profit, and purpose. If you want to be a strong leader, bringing a full sense of who you are to the table is essential. If you want to dive deeper into your own self-knowledge, visit the1thing.com/corevalues and pick up our Core Values Deck. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What attracted Cherly to people development and coaching Leading with courage The inspiration behind “Steel Backbone, Soft Heart” and what those things truly mean Reclaiming humanity in the workplace Turning empathy for your customer into empathy for your employees The ten principles of “Steel Backbone, Soft Heart” The courage of asking for feedback Finding and achieving balance in the workplace Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at cheryldesantis.com Read: Steel Backbone, Soft Heart Connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cheryl-desantis-813259a/ Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Cathy Heller is the host of the popular podcast Don’t Keep Your Day Job where she encourages listeners to find more purpose, make an impact, and build an abundant life — all while doing what they love. She gives people the permission to make something messy and be themselves without worrying about making everything perfect. She shares with us some of the strategies she used to break into the music industry and how she helps millions of listeners learn to make a living from their passions. If you’re ready to pursue your own passions, visit the1thing.com to find information to help you get the most out of your time. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Defining your purpose and passions Creating a path from idea to income Not letting perfection stop you from pursuing a passion Five ways to make a living How our ego holds us back from following our creativity Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at cathyheller.com Listen to Cathy Heller Presents Don't Keep Your Day Job Instagram: @cathy.heller Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Is health your lead domino when it comes to success? In order to make smart, clear decisions and be at your most productive, sometimes what you really need is some change from within. Nicolette Richer has extensive knowledge of health and wellness. She’s a highly experienced international speaker, has over 15 years of experience as a regenerative medicine health educator, and was named “a force for good” by the legendary Tony Robbins. In this conversation, she dives into what it means to have healthy nutrition and diet and how that influences your ability to make good decisions, deal with change, approach challenges, and cope with stress and anxiety. If you are ready to make your workplace a healthier, more productive place visit RicherAtWork.com to book a call with Nicolette and her team. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why so many of us struggle with our physical health How to start forming habits and behaviors to focus on your health The overall impact of poor health across all areas Why health may be the lead domino in your life Creating a healthier workplace Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at nicolettericher.com Read: Eat Real to Heal Listen: Eat Real to Heal Podcast Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 the core of what we teach is enabling you to have the ability to adapt, change, and grow. In order to do that you have to challenge the way you think and recognize that what got you here won’t get you there. We need to be able to see the world through new lenses and change those at will. Jason Feifer is the editor in chief at Entrepreneur magazine. As you can imagine, he often gets asked: “What makes a successful entrepreneur?” His answer, at the heart of it, is adaptability. And being adaptable means being able to change your mindset. Jason talks about how important it is to start with a mindset of adapting to and embracing change, how to be more resilient in life, and ways to set yourself up for success. If you want to learn more about Jason’s philosophy on change and business, check out his book “Build for Tomorrow.” To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How the questions people ask you reveal your value to them Being willing to be bad at something in order to get to good Calibrating the way you think Having a broad definition of your purpose and what does not change The four phases of change Rethinking the impossible Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at jasonfeifer.com Read: Build for Tomorrow Instagram: @heyfeifer LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jason-feifer-b04543a Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Research shows it—meditation is one of the biggest productivity boosters out there. Just a few minutes a day can be a real game changer in your productivity. For someone who needs help focusing, determining their ideal goals or purpose, or practicing gratitude, meditation can be an incredibly helpful practice.  Nobody knows that better than Lori Saitz. She is a meditation advocate and stress eradication coach who has experienced the benefits of meditation first hand, and she’s sharing her experience with the world. She talks about the benefits of meditation, why it really is for everyone (and the different ways to practice it), and what staying grounded can do for us in your workplace. We talk about the benefits and effects of meditation in daily life (and especially in the workplace), the different times and ways we can meditate, and why Lori believes meditation is for everyone. Visit the1thing.com/free-resources to get a tool you can use alongside meditation to help you clarify your priorities. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The benefits and effects of meditation in daily life, and especially in the workplace The different times and ways we can meditate Why meditation is for everyone Links & Tools from This Episode zenrabbit.com Follow Lori on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz Visit the1thing.com/events to sign up for the Goal Setting Retreat Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Taking on a leadership role for the first time can be daunting. On the one hand, you want to be a great leader to your team, but you also want to focus on the goals in front of you. The role of leadership today is also very different from what it was a few years ago—making it incredibly difficult to keep up with what leadership means and what organizations are looking for in their future leaders. Dr. Adam Bandelli is an organizational psychologist, the Visionary Founder & Managing Director of Bandelli & Associates, and the author of Relational Intelligence. He has great insights and a strong framework around the key skills you need to embody, develop, and focus on to be an effective leader. The knowledge he provides can be applied across every dimension of your life. We talk about the difference between emotional intelligence and relational intelligence and where the latter falls short when it comes to managing relationships. Whether you’re a new leader looking to develop some skills or you’re a longtime leader wanting to calibrate and level up, pick up your copy of Relational Intelligence today. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The difference between emotional intelligence and relational intelligence The five skills a relationally intelligent leader practices How to cultivate the skills to enhance your relational intelligence Bringing your authentic self to your work Gaining self-awareness around your skill levels and where you need to improve Three things you need to do to build dynamic relationships Links & Tools from This Episode bandelliandassociates.com Read: Relational Intelligence Follow Adam on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/adambandelli Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

No one succeeds alone. Behind many successful people is someone providing valuable insight, coaching, mentorship, and unlocking their true potential. Executive Coach Jordan Freed is one of those people behind the scenes. He’s had more than 13k coaching calls and sessions. Following his patented three-part sequence—break in, break down, and break through—he helps his clients create long-lasting change. We talk about how you can apply that three-step process to your life, the importance of investing in yourself, and why it’s so hard to take your own advice. By the end of this conversation, you are going to be fired up to hear more of Jordan at our annual Goal Setting Retreat. To learn more and get tickets, either virtually or in person, visit the1thing.com/events. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How Jordan got interested in coaching Creating a better relationship with time The value of considering your future self to break through limiting beliefs Questions you can ask to uncover your blind spots Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at myfreedlife.com Follow Jordan on Instagram: @myfreedlife Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

Vacations are all about relaxing, right? No one wants to spend the first two hours of their trip at the grocery store to stock up their rental’s fridge. Kim Lalande is the founder and CEO of KEY.co, a platform combining the best of hospitality and technology to create unforgettable experiences. She took her experience in the hotel industry and from personally staying at short-term rentals and used it to bridge the gap between the amazing curated experiences you get at a high-end hotel with the ease and convenience of an Airbnb. We dive into her entrepreneurial journey, what it took to turn her business ideas into a reality, learning to step back from operations and take the lead as a visionary in your business, and battling the self-doubt that plagues so many entrepreneurs. To plan your next vacation, visit KEY.co to b​​ook curated vacation homes, in-home services, and local experiences all in one place. Or if you’re a property owner, level up your own services using KEY’s expertise. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How KEY.co creates elevated experiences for clients and guests Kim’s career trajectory and embracing the label of “entrepreneur” Knowing when it’s time to step away from operations and step into being the visionary Overcoming the limiting beliefs that hold you back as an entrepreneur Advice for taking an idea to market Links & Tools from This Episode Learn more at KEY.co Follow Kim on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kimshrum Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 The ONE Thing, we believe your life and your career should be led by your core values. More important than doing everything is doing the right thing for you. Allan Jones is the CEO and founder of Bambee, a company that is innovating HR practices and making it easier for businesses of any size to have affordable HR opportunities. In this conversation, he ties our framework at The ONE Thing to his business and how he’s found success as an entrepreneur. We discuss his core values, how he developed them, and how they help establish his purpose and propel him forward. If you’re a small business owner looking for HR help but can’t justify a full-time HR employee, visit Bambee.com to learn more about what they can do for your business. And if you want help discovering your own core values, visit the1thing.com/corevalues. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How Allan’s upbringing and work history shaped his work ethic and philosophy Discovering your core values over time and allowing them to evolve Prioritizing your values in your personal life and business How Bambee helps support people’s small businesses Creating innovation in HR How making micro bets lead to the macro bets Links & Tools from This Episode bambee.com the1thing.com/corevalues Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 ONE Thing community is incredible. Each person takes the tools we’ve developed and applies them to their lives in new, unique ways—and seeing that transformation happen never gets old. No one epitomizes that more than April Spilde. She’s a longtime The ONE Thing member and a very successful human being. Her story of how she utilized the tools and principles that we teach at The ONE Thing is truly inspiring—particularly the impact of thinking big and going small and how that has been an important takeaway for her. If you want to start incorporating the lessons of The ONE Thing into your life, visit the1thing.com/free-resources. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: April’s experience with The ONE Thing and how she incorporates the tools in her life and work April’s key habits and using the seven circles to inform them What lead dominos are and how to find them Using the 4-1-1 every day Making a Success List and implementing it The big power of going small How your values can lead to your key habits Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 the book The ONE Thing there’s a concept called “moving from E to P,” which means moving from the entrepreneurial outlook that’s necessary to get started and becoming purposeful in how you operate. Jeff Lerner has his own unique look at what it means to move from E to P. We talk about how he views the value of entrepreneurship and leverages purpose to create extraordinary results, as well as how he’s created systems, tools, and a business to help support people in developing their own entrepreneurial skills and leverage their purpose. Pick up Jeff’s new book, Unlock Your Potential, and learn more about how to achieve your goals and live your dream life today by bringing your entrepreneurial energy into every aspect of your life. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What it means to become an entrepreneur in the modern world The importance of purpose and building the foundation to fulfill it Entrepreneurship as the monetization of personal growth Why entrepreneurship is the best avenue for creative expression and financial stability The compounding power of investing in what makes the most difference Jeff’s new book, Unlock Your Potential Links & Tools from This Episode jefflernerofficial.com Read: Unlock Your Potential YouTube: youtube.com/jefflernerofficial Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 you’re setting big, audacious goals, you first need to ask yourself some big questions: What do you want out of life? How will you make an impact on the world? Seth Goldenberg is the author of Radical Curiosity, where he shares a practice that he believes will lead to incredible transformations in your life. The problem is that most of us have been taught to stop being curious. To stop asking questions, and to just do what’s expected. But you can’t live an outstanding life while doing things the way they’ve always been done. We have an interesting conversation about what it means to be curious, how to ask big questions, and how those questions can inform the direction and impact of your business. If you want to open up your curiosity, pick up a copy of Radical Curiosity today. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Breaking the norms by asking dangerous questions Why we need to second-guess “business as usual” Tools for developing more curiosity What holds people back from being curious and asking questions Considering the context of time and when we are ready for certain ideas Why systems thinking will be a requirement for future leaders How radical curiosity can change you Links & Tools from This Episode curiosityand.company Read: Radical Curiosity Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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

There’s a common phrase that gets thrown around when it comes to teamwork: “There’s no ‘I’ in ‘Team.’” But every team is made up of individuals—when we lose sight of that, the whole team suffers. Teams need to be able to work together as a whole, but we can’t forget to address the individual influences and strengths that each person brings to the team. And each team, or even the entire company, can be viewed as a single “individual.” That’s the thesis that Brian and Mary Smith put forth. Brian is the founder and senior managing partner of IA Business Advisors, a management consulting firm that has worked with more than 18 thousand CEOs, entrepreneurs, managers, and employees worldwide. Together with his daughter Mary, they’ve authored the book Individual Influence: Find the “I” in Team. We have a conversation about positive influence and making a difference in your organization and the people around you. If you want to learn how to improve and manage your influence, pick up Individual Influence. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Highlighting the individual strengths within groups Taking responsibility for your influence Setting goals individually and as a team Understanding your own strengths and limitations Using assessments to build communication infrastructure within teams The benefits of slowing down and being in the moment Links & Tools from This Episode LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yourbizdr Read: Individual Influence Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 need a little vacation once in a while. But if that’s the case—and it is!—why do we often find it so hard to make time for those getaways? Many of us are afraid of what will happen if we stop working that we don’t allow ourselves to take the time off we need to rest and recharge. And if we do manage to take that time, we don’t unplug enough to really fulfill the goal of the vacation in the first place. Brooke Layman is going to break down why taking vacation time is so important, and more importantly, how you can protect your time to take that vacation and get the most out of it. If you’re looking to get the most out of your time—including your vacation—visit the1thing.com/free-resources to get our free guides to living The ONE Thing in your life. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why vacations are important How people fail to use their vacations effectively Having a goal for your vacation Protecting our priorities Gaining clarity on what a successful vacation looks like The risks of not taking vacation Links & Tools from This Episode Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email [email protected] 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 [email protected]   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

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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

make if you want to live a life of extraordinary results: following the path of mastery, moving from being entrepreneurial to purposeful, and living the accountability cycle.  Are you making those commitments? Brandon Turner, who you may know from the Bigger Pockets podcast, shows us what it looks like to live those commitments. This is a vulnerable take on how one person who is a big thinker and goal-setter has gone on a path of living those three commitments with his significant other. You’ll hear how his identity has played a role in the achievement of his goals, the importance of having a relationship with your goals, what to do when things change, and how going small can help you go really big over the long run. The path to everything you want starts with ONE Thing at a time. For Brandon, that ONE Thing is building a purposeful approach to setting goals. If you want to join us in setting goals, you can sign up for 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… [04:49] The importance of planning versus having a plan [10:10] How mindset changes action [16:51] Setting goals together with your partner [26:49] How goals inform who you are in the moment [36:59] Taking a purposeful approach to setting goals Links & Tools from This Episode biggerpockets.com Instagram: @beardybrandon Read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" 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

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

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

So many of us have dreams of starting a business, but it’s often fear of the unknown that stops us from pursuing those dreams. If you’re an employee, giving up those golden handcuffs can be difficult. Sometimes it takes waiting until the pain of our current situation is unbearable to necessitate change. For Brian Scudamore, founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK and its parent company O2E Brands, that pain was realizing that what started out as a way to pay for college was actually what he was meant to do – even if that meant disappointing his family.  Now, over thirty years later, Brian is sharing what he knows about building businesses in his new book, BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss. When you’re starting towards a new goal, it can be deflating to attach yourself to an ideal outcome and constantly measure your success by whether or not you’ve achieved it. Instead, align yourself with the journey and know that each step is a victory. If you want to get started on a business of your own, check out Brian’s new book, BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [02:37] What inspired Brian to write the book BYOB [04:10] What stops most people from taking the leap into business ownership [07:15] Finding the commitment necessary to build a business [12:03] The mistakes most new entrepreneurs make [18:12] Finding vision in your business [22:50] How to identify your role in the company and what else needs leveraging [31:00] How to dream big [35:31] What to expect from BYOB Links & Tools From This Episode LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/scudamore Read: BYOB: Build Your Own Business, Be Your Own Boss Read: WTF (Willing To Fail) 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

Perfect nutrition for peak performance or better health takes a lot of mental energy and time. Unless you let someone else do the hard part for you. Athletic Greens is an incredibly comprehensive and nutritional beverage. The all-in-one superfood is delicious and easily fits into your daily routine. A single scoop contains 75 essential vitamins, minerals, and whole-food sourced ingredients to support your immunity, gut health, aging, and energy in a way that’s lifestyle friendly, so whether you’re keto, Paleo, or gluten-free, Athletic Greens has got you covered.  You probably already know what your most important goal is by now. But that doesn’t mean you know how to remain accountable to it. We kicked off 2022 with an episode on why this year’s success comes down to ONE Thing. Now it’s time to make sure you’re able to follow through on making that success a reality. Many ordinary people will sit back and think, “I have all year to achieve my goals. I can relax.” But if the true purpose of your goal isn’t about the result, but is to be appropriate in the moment, then there are things you should have done in the first part of the year. That means that sitting back and relaxing is not a recipe for success.  It’s time to have a deeper conversation, and get yourself fully accountable to your goals. That’s why this episode contains a series of questions you can ask yourself to do just that.  Listen now for the questions that serve as a mental checklist to make sure you stay on track and end the year achieving your ONE Thing. And don’t be afraid to pause the episode as we go so that you can really stop and think about each question. That’s what this is for. Let’s make your ONE Thing a reality. Asking so many questions of yourself can be quite daunting, so if you’d like help as you go on your journey, we have an entire community of people who are also embarking on the same path. Go to the1thing.com and, as an individual, you can learn about our Living Your ONE Thing training program, which puts you right in the middle of our supportive community. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [00:54] The real purpose of a goal [02:50] A story of a client who went through this [09:08] A series of questions you can ask yourself to bring more accountability to your goals Links & Tools From This Episode The ONE Thing Podcast #332: “Why This Year’s Success Comes Down to 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

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

Do you find that you’re constantly setting lofty goals for yourself, but then backing down when it comes time to turn them into reality? It’s a common problem, even for the most successful people. Your goals might be completely achievable but without knowing how to properly evaluate your situation and choose the right path to take, we can get stuck at square one. Today’s guest, Matthew Hermann, knows this all too well. At an early age, he faced adversity as his mom was diagnosed with cancer, turning them from a poor family to one in severe debt. It made him prioritize making money above all else in life. His defining goal became financial security, so he went to medical school – only to then begin doubting his path. Over a decade later, he realized he needed change and managed to get himself unstuck from the flattened trajectory he was on. He’s now pursuing his true life’s goals – things that bring him happiness and contentment instead of just being what he assumed he was supposed to do. But derailing yourself so that you can pursue your dreams instead of someone else’s can often seem a lot easier said than done.  So just how did Matthew Hermann make these huge career pivots successfully? You guessed it. By using the ONE Thing. And here’s how you can use it to make the changes you want to see in your life. If Matthew’s story sounds like you, then visit the1thing.com and request a consultation in order to find out exactly how the ONE Thing can turn your life around so that you’re on track to achieve the things that matter most to you. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. In this episode, you will learn... [03:39] How Matthew got stuck on the path of medicine [06:36] Matthew’s biking trip across the country and how it led him to The ONE Thing [16:39] What Matthew did to achieve his ONE Thing [22:54] What Matthew’s life looks like now 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