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  • #1 Thing a Woman Should Give a Man (Not What You Think)

    In this episode of Be The Torch, Cletus Coffey challenges the popular notion that a woman’s top job is to give her man unconditional loyalty. Instead, he reveals why this demand stems from unhealed trauma and misguided masculine posturing—and how true loyalty, respect, and love can be experienced. If you’re a single dad wondering how to build a healthy, fulfilling relationship without the macho BS, this episode is for you.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

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    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    25 min
  • 3 Types of Single Dads - Which One Are You?

    In this episode of Be The Torch, I breakdown three common archetypes single dad entrepreneurs fall into—Victim, Fan, and Torchbearer—and how to break free from old outdated broken patterns that are keeping you stuck.

    I'm a former athlete so I use a powerful sports analogy, to help you learn how to recognize your current state of affairs, shift your mindset, and step into your true authentic role as a leader in your family, business, and life.

    If you are single dad business owner, hit play now!

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    25 min
  • Why Men Need to Stop "Taking Care of Their Responsibilities."

    Is it true that men need to stop "taking care of their responsibilities." 

    In this world where there expectation is that men must take care of their responsibilities, we are losing men. They are losing themselves. Men are lost, broken, exhausted, and in the process of producing, performing, and providing are taking less and less responsibility for themselves. 

    It's time for radical transformation. 

    In this episode of the Be The Torch podcast, I explore the concept of reframing the common phrase 'take care of your responsibilities' to help men lead more fulfilling lives. I discusses the pressures men face to provide and perform, and how these pressures can often lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout. I emphasize the importance of prioritizing one's own well-being and health, alongside fulfilling responsibilities, and of course share insights from my personal experience while offering practical steps, including mastering your mornings, to help men become the best version of themselves.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    19 min
  • Dating as a Single Dad: The Game-Changing Path to Finally Finding Your Soulmate

    WARNING! 

    Do not attempt to go out into the dating world, as a single dad, until you have learned this game-changing strategy for not just finding love, but your soulmate.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    40 min
  • The Hustle Trap Most Men and Business Owners Are Stuck In - And How to Break Free!

    In this episode of Be The Torch, Cletus Coffey calls out entrepreneurs stuck in the hustle and grind, and shows how to step into their power by redefining their role in business—and life. Creatively crafted through the language of sports, discover how to level up from being the overwhelmed, overworked athlete/player to the true owner of your business. 

    🎙 What You'll Learn:

    • [00:02:45] The surprising connection between sports and entrepreneurship
    • [00:07:30] Why most business owners are stuck thinking like employees
    • [00:13:15] The five roles in the "business-as-sport" framework
    • [00:20:10] How to identify your current role—and what it means for your life
    • [00:26:45] The steps to move from being a player to becoming the owner
    • [00:32:15] Why self-mastery is the foundation of success in business and relationships

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    26 min
  • Why Your Orgasms and Vacations Are Holding You Back From the Freedom You Actually Seek

    In this powerful episode of Be The Torch, Cletus Coffey dives into a topic often reserved for women’s podcasts—orgasms—and explores how they, along with vacations, are meant to release tension and stress, but in the big picture of life are only fleeting moments of relief that are keeping men stuck.. Discover a new approach to living a life of daily freedom, presence, and pleasure beyond these temporary escapes.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    24 min
  • The Trap of Prioritizing Everyone Else Over Yourself—How to Break Free

    Do you sometimes feel like you’re carrying a heavy load and no one really knows how hard it is?

    In this episode of the Be The Torch podcast, I dive into the widespread struggle men face when they place all their energy into their relationships, children, and businesses—without nurturing their own purpose. As a single father and entrepreneur, I get it, I too lost myself in my responsibilities and and had to shift my focus inward to unlock a new level of fulfillment and freedom.

    Tune in to discover:

    • Why making your family and business the focal point can lead to burnout and unfulfillment.
    • How to identify where your true purpose lies.
    • Actionable steps to realign your life around your mission while still serving those you care about.

    Whether you're a father, entrepreneur, or simply someone searching for more, this episode is packed with insights to help you reclaim your power and live authentically.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    23 min
  • The Hidden Pain of Driven Men: Signs, Struggles, and Solutions

    If you are a man in pain, struggling, feeling broken and need someone to talk with, please do not hesitate to dial 988. An anonymous call to talk it out with someone. 

    In this episode of the Be The Torch Podcast, we dive into the often overlooked struggles of high-performing men. Whether you're a man living this experience, or someone who loves and supports a man, this conversation sheds light on the silent battles men face. From external success to internal turmoil, we'll uncover why men feel broken, disconnected, and lost despite appearing to "win" on the scoreboard of life. Learn how to recognize these signs and what we can do to support the men we care about.

    Episode Highlights:

    • [02:10] Why men are struggling in silence
    • [06:30] The signs of a broken man: physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion
    • [12:15] The athlete mentality: why vulnerability feels like weakness
    • [16:45] External success vs. internal fulfillment: why men feel like they're losing
    • [22:00] Lack of purpose and direction: the spark vs. the torch
    • [29:40] Avoiding shame and guilt: how men suppress their feelings
    • [35:55] Low-frequency activities: alcohol, drugs, and distractions
    • [42:30] Identity crisis: how men lose themselves in work, sports, and fatherhood
    • [48:10] How to support the men in your life without judgment

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    30 min
  • 3 Keys for Becoming the Best Version of Yourself Today!

    Ever feel like you don't have enough time to be a parent AND a business owner? Would you believe that if your focus is primarily on your business and your children, you are cheating everyone, including yourself, out of a life worth living.

    In this episode of the Be The Torch podcast, Cletus Coffey dives deep into what you should REALLY be focused on so that you can live the life you truly desire and lead others in your life and business. If you’re an entrepreneurial dad striving for more freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment in all areas of your life, this episode is a must-listen. Cletus shares personal insights, practical strategies, and the three core elements you need to focus on to transform your business and life.

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    22 min
  • Olympic Hangover: What the 100 Meter Dash Can Teach Men About Success in Life and Business

    Do you have an Olympic Hangover like I do?

    In this Olympic edition of the Be The Torch podcast, I dive into the lessons from the track and field events, particularly the men's 100-meter dash. If you’re feeling the Olympic hangover and missing the excitement, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on how the principles of sprinting apply directly to your journey as a man, father, and entrepreneur.

    I share insights as a former collegiate decathlete and masters world champion, breaking down the four key phases of the 100-meter dash and how they mirror the stages of life. Whether you're just starting, accelerating, at top speed, or facing deceleration, this episode will guide you on how to apply these principles to succeed in your own race of life.

    Episode Markers:

    • [00:00] - Introduction and Olympic Hangover
    • [03:15] - The 100-Meter Dash: A Life Metaphor
    • [07:30] - Phase 1: The Start – Understanding Your Beginnings
    • [12:45] - Phase 2: Acceleration – Finding Your Drive
    • [18:20] - Phase 3: Top Speed – Hitting Your Stride
    • [23:10] - Phase 4: Deceleration – Slowing Down Gracefully
    • [28:50] - No Comparison: Running Your Own Race
    • [34:00] - Real-Life Application: How to Stay on Track
    • [39:30] - Call to Action: Join the Be The Torch Academy Waitlist

    Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life?

    START HERE:

    Book a Call with Cletus

    If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you:

    Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did to dedicate 2 hours each day to improve his mind, body and relationship with his kids, without missing one second of work.

    Before you can master you life, you have to begin by learning how to master your morning.
     
    Download the Master Your Morning Cheat Sheet Now!

    1. The registration for the next Be The Torch Academy opens soon...so jump on the priority list to be the first notified when the doors open. JOIN NOW!  https://www.bethetorch.com/academywaitlist

    2. For more tips and training, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thecletuscoffey

    3. Follow Cletus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cletuscoffey

    42 min

About Be The Torch

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Be The Torch podcast is a life, business and personal development show that supports high-performing dads who are entrepreneurs, and aspire to reach their highest potential in ALL areas of life.…