Most people want the quick fix. The hack. The shortcut to success. “It takes 21 days to build a habit.” We’ve all heard it, but it’s one of the biggest myths in personal growth, and it’s keeping people stuck.

This week on Elevate, I’m joined by Dr Gina Cleo, one of the world’s leading habit researchers, to unpack the real science of change. We went deep on why so many entrepreneurs fall off track after a few weeks, why motivation doesn’t last, and how rewiring your relationship with “hard” is the only way to build habits that truly stick.

Habits don’t just shape our health or routines; they shape our businesses. The entrepreneurs who grow the fastest aren’t the ones chasing intensity; they’re the ones who’ve learned to make consistency automatic, to pay the price of discipline, and to keep going when others quit.

This conversation isn’t about hacks or hype. It’s about what it really takes to build the habits that build the business, the wealth, and the life you want.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Why the 21-day rule is a lie (and how long habits really take)

• The three mistakes that sabotage every goal

• How small wins compound into massive results

• Why setbacks are part of the dance, not a sign of failure

• The trait that separates the entrepreneurs who succeed from those who stall

If you’re ready to stop starting over and finally create the habits that drive your business and your life forward, this episode is your blueprint.

Most people want the highlight reel of success. This isn’t that.

On The Top 1% Podcast with Sam Gordon, I opened up about the toughest chapters of my journey, losing half a million dollars a month, cutting my team in half overnight, and staring down $5 million in survival debt. These were the moments that could have broken me, but instead they reshaped the way I build, lead, and think today.

Adversity doesn’t just shape individuals; it reshapes entire industries. During COVID, when most expected collapse, our members experienced explosive growth, driving hundreds of millions in revenue, with some bricks-and-mortar businesses recording their biggest months in the very same month they thought they’d die.

This conversation is about more than survival. It’s about what adversity really does: stripping away ego, forcing you to find out who you are without the scaffolding of titles, awards, or net worth, and showing you that resilience is the only real currency that matters.

Inside, you’ll discover:

How businesses grow more in hard times than in good ones (including COVID)

Why money doesn’t change you — it magnifies you

The hidden danger of “good times” and complacency

The single trait that separates average performers from elite entrepreneurs

If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to stay in the game when everything is on the line, this episode will give you the unfiltered truth

Connect with Jack:

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YouTube |  @jackdelosa  

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Connect with Sam Gordon

Instagram | @samgordon_official

Podcast | The Top 1% Podcast

LinkedIn | Sam Gordon 

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – What Defines the Top 1%

02:20 – Why True Success Knocks the Ego Out of You

05:40 – From $50M Growth to Facing the Storm

07:13 – How I Navigated $5M of Survival Debt

12:15 – The Only Way Out Is Through

17:15 – Calm Seas Don’t Make Skilled Sailors

20:00 – Money Matters, But It’s Not the Mission

25:45 – Building a Culture of A-Players

39:20 – The Danger of Complacency

42:00 – Why Hard Times Drive the Biggest Growth

50:20 – Why I’ll Never Sell The Entourage

01:20:57 – The #1 Trait of the Top 1%

In this episode, we’re diving into the most important concept you’ve never been taught: identity.

Because here’s the truth:Your business will never outgrow your identity.Your results will never outpace the story you tell yourself about yourself.

Most business owners are trying to scale their company while still operating from an outdated internal operating system — their old identity. And that is the real bottleneck.

In this solo episode, I break down what it actually takes to become the 10.0 version of yourself. The version who effortlessly builds scalable businesses, leads with clarity, and lives in deep alignment. Not through hacks, but through who you are.

If you’ve been feeling stuck at your current level, procrastinating on the hard things, or repeating the same patterns, this conversation will shift how you see yourself and what you’re capable of.

You’ll learn: 

• Why your business, wealth, and impact will never outgrow the identity you hold for yourself
• The 3 identity blockers sabotaging your growth and how to overcome them
• How to rewire your relationship with ‘hard’ so discomfort becomes your greatest advantage
• The hidden way your mind avoids growth and how it keeps you stuck at your current level
• Why becoming more weird is the fastest path to freedom, alignment and success

This episode is your permission slip to let go of who you’ve been, and consciously step into the most powerful version of who you’re here to become.

Let’s unlock the 10.0 version of you.

Connect with Jack:

Instagram / jackdelosa

YouTube / @jackdelosa

LinkedIn / jackdelosa

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Welcome to the 10.0 Version of You

01:22 – Why Your Identity Determines Your Success

03:28 – The Story You Tell Yourself Is Running the Show

06:11 – Identity Blocker #1: Your Desire Isn’t a 10/10

08:39 – Get Clear: The Goal That Will Redefine You

09:51 – Identity Blocker #2: Your Fear of Hard Things

10:29 – Smash the Ceiling: Rewiring Your Limits

12:36 – Procrastination Is a Lie Your Mind Tells You

15:42 – Identity Rewire: Lean Into What’s Hard

16:32 – Identity Blocker #3: Chasing Approval

23:31 – Be More Weird: Why Average Will Never Win

27:05 – Identity Rewire: Release Who You Used to Be

29:31 – Step Into the 10.0 Version of You

What does it take to reinvent yourself, and your business — at the highest level?

In this episode, I sit down with Dan Martell: entrepreneur, investor, and best-selling author who's gone through one of the most impressive personal and professional transformations in recent years.

In the past 18 months, Dan’s gone all-in on building his personal brand and media presence, and the results speak for themselves.

But this isn’t a conversation about social media. It’s a deep dive into the strategic, operational, and mindset shifts required to scale with precision and purpose.

We explore:

• How to reposition your brand and business to play a bigger game
• The power of subtraction: what Dan cut to unlock focus and performance
• The difference between audience and influence, and how to build both
• How to align your calendar, energy, and team around your next chapter
• The role of identity in building a business that lasts

We also talk about the real cost of growth: letting go of the old version of you, publicly committing to uncomfortable goals, and doing the deep work most people avoid.

Whether you're leading a business, building a brand, or stepping into a new version of yourself, this episode is a masterclass in alignment, execution, and evolution.

Follow Dan Martell:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmartell
Website: www.danmartell.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@danmartell

Follow Me:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackdelosa
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jack.delosa

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Intro

02:15 – Burn the Old You

07:02 – Social Media Is the Ultimate Personal Development Tool

16:30 – Invest Like a Billionaire

23:00 – Clever Beats Complex

28:03 – God, Growth & Generosity

34:18 – The Power of Subtraction

41:05 – No Is a Full Sentence

43:43 – Influence = Reach x Reputation

Amal Wakim is the co-founder and CEO of health-tech company IQ, a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur, and one of the most impressive founders I’ve ever sat down with.

Her business was scaling fast until a $10 million funding deal collapsed mid-flight. No money. Half the team. And somehow… 300% growth.

In this episode, Amal reveals what happened next and how rebuilding with fewer people, a tighter focus, and more discipline led to the company’s biggest growth year yet.

If you’re scaling a business and feel like the pressure is mounting, this episode gives you the blueprint for doing more with less and leading without losing yourself.

We dive deep into the identity shifts that fuel sustainable growth, the reality of leadership without perfection, and what it really takes to build a business that’s profitable, purposeful, and built to last.

From losing 30kg and reshaping her entire identity, to letting go of ego and leading without pretending to have all the answers, Amal’s journey is raw, real, and wildly relevant.

This one is honest, energising, and a reminder that the best businesses are built by founders who do the inner work, stay true to themselves, and play the long game.

Find Amal Here:

Instagram

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Intro

02:00 – Deal Collapse: The Turning Point

06:00 – Rebuild Under Pressure

12:00 – Identity Shift & Inner Work

18:00 – 300% Growth With Less

24:00 – Leadership Without Ego

30:00 – Sustainable Scaling & Purpose

36:00 – Closing Thoughts & Action Steps

This is one of the most raw, unfiltered conversations I’ve had in a long time, and it was too good not to share.

In this special episode, I join Ben Handler on his podcast Tomorrow’s Minds, a show dedicated to the ideas, innovations, and visions shaping the future. What started as a guest appearance quickly evolved into a deep, wide-ranging conversation I knew I had to bring to you here.

We break down what it really takes to scale a business that grows fast, runs lean, and gives you more freedom, not less.

It’s the kind of episode that punches you in the gut, wakes you up, and pulls you forward — no matter what stage of the journey you’re in.

We unpack the real challenges of leadership, the discipline of focus, and how to build a business and life that play by your rules, not someone else’s.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

• Why most founders stay stuck in complexity, and how to break free

• The truth about building your inner circle (and why most “networking” is a waste of time)

• How I scaled The Entourage, delegated 90% of operations, and still drive the vision

• What it really means to build a founder-led brand in a noisy world.

• Why solitude, strategic stillness, and clear thinking time are essential for high-performance

This episode will shift how you think about growth, leadership, and what it really takes to scale without losing yourself in the process.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:04:24 - The pivotal role of focus in entrepreneurship.

00:11:38 - Embracing challenges and the growth they foster.

00:16:53 - Insights into educational innovation at The Entourage.

00:24:28 - Systems, Culture & Recruitment

00:50:29 - Personal struggles with work-life balance.

00:58:44 - The future of entrepreneurship and educational support.

00:56:00 - Dealing with setbacks and failures.

01:05:57 - Closing thoughts and key takeaways.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the truth about stress, burnout, performance, and what it really takes to thrive in business and in life, with world-renowned physician and bestselling author, Dr. Rangan Chatterjee.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, wired but tired, or like you’re one email away from snapping… this one is for you.

Right now, stress is the silent killer of performance. It’s clouding your decision-making, draining your energy, and bleeding into every area of your life — from your health, to your business, to your relationships.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Chatterjee joins me to unpack the hidden epidemic of our time — and what you can do to get back in the driver's seat, starting today.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

• Why most business owners are operating above their stress threshold — and how to come back down
• How to rewire your nervous system for resilience, clarity, and performance
• The real reason your habits don’t stick (and how to create lasting change)
• Why overworking is the enemy of growth — and the subtle shift that unlocks your next level
• The daily practice Dr. Chatterjee swears by to reduce stress, boost health, and elevate happiness in minutes

This is one of the most important conversations I’ve ever had on the podcast. Dr. Chatterjee’s insights will change the way you live, work, and lead — for good.

If you want to build a business that scales and a life that feels good to live, watch this episode now.

Connect with Jack: Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn

Connect with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee: Instagram | Website | Podcast

See Dr. Chatterjee live in Australia — book your tickets here: https://drchatterjee.com/live/australia

Browse Dr. Rangan Chatterjee’s best-selling books offering practical advice on stress, sleep, nutrition, and overall wellbeing here: https://drchatterjee.com/all-books/

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro

02:22 – The 4 Pillars of Health: Why You’re Focusing on the Wrong One

09:07  – Your Personal Stress Threshold Is Lower Than You Think

16:43 – Can You Actually Increase Your Stress Threshold?

20:23 – 3-4-5 Breathing: A One-Minute Hack for Peak Performance

27:44 – Stop Chasing Fads. Master the Fundamentals.

31:35 – Why You Don’t Take Action (Even When You Know What to Do)

37:00 – Trust Yourself: The Most Underrated Strategy in Health

42:55 – Consciously Design the Habits That Shape Your Life

47:44 – Nervous System 101: How to Start Feeling Better Today

51:17 – The 3-Question Daily Practice That Rewires Your Mind

In this episode, we’re diving into how to scale a world-class business, make more money, reclaim your time, and step into the 10.0 version of yourself — living a life you actually want.

I’ve never been more excited for a podcast episode than I am for this one.

Right now, the number one question I’m getting from business owners in DMs, at events, companies inside my portfolio or inside our programs — is this:

“How do I scale my business, leverage AI, and still have a life?”

They’re exhausted from doing everything manually. Buried in complexity. And they’re starting to realise that the old way of building a business doesn’t work anymore — not in this new world. There’s a smarter, simpler, more scalable path… and that’s exactly what we’re diving into today.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

• Why most businesses are broken by design for the world we now live it — and how to fix yours
• The 7 principles for building a scalable, AI-powered business that runs lean and scales fast
• The exact shifts you need to make to create more profit, more time, and more alignment
• How to become a future focused founder who builds empires with precision, clarity, and ease

This is your episode for building scalable, AI-powered, wildly profitable businesses…

while reclaiming your time, energy, and alignment.

Connect With Jack:

Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn⁠

We roll back the clock in anticipation for the podcast return to a killer interview between Jack and Gary Vaynerchuk

In this episode Jack sits down with entrepreneur, investor and co-founder of SWEAT Tobi Pearce to discuss his rapid growth, strategy and the discipline required to build a business from the ground up to a $400 Million dollar exit in 5 years. 

Tobi shares his insights into his counter intuitive approach to business strategy and the principles that have helped him not be a high performer in not only his business but also in his personal life.

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Who is Tobi?

Tobi Pearce is an Australian Entrepreneur and investor best known for being the CEO and founder of the Sweat. A global fitness & health platform that was founded in 2016. Tobi now provides his insights and strategies to some of the globe's biggest companies and founders.

Follow him on Socials:https://www.instagram.com/tobi_pearce/?hl=en 

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Who is Jack Delosa?

Jack Delosa is a high-profile entrepreneur, investor, 2X best-selling author, 5X AFR Young Rich Lister, and Founder of The Entourage, Australia's largest and most effective business coaching and training provider for high-growth entrepreneurs, with a community of over 550,000. Jack's vision is to move the world forward through entrepreneurship. Under his leadership, The Entourage has helped its Members generate over $2 billion for their businesses, and has been named an AFR Best Places To Work organisation multiple times.  

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