Gratitude might sound “touchy-feely,” but for high performers, entrepreneurs, and business owners, it can be one of the most powerful tools for growth, clarity, and resilience.

In this episode of the Relentless Growth Podcast, Jack Maher (John Maher Builders) and Chase Calhoun (Apex Professional Construction + Chase Calhoun Real Estate) unpack why gratitude is more than a mindset—it’s a strategy.

They dive into how gratitude helps entrepreneurs:

• Stop the cycle of comparison

• Stay grounded while pursuing aggressive goals

• Avoid burnout and frustration

• Strengthen relationships at home and at work

• Shift from “I have to” → “I get to”

• Measure progress using “The Gap and the Gain” framework

Jack and Chase also connect gratitude to business operating systems like EOS, quarterly rocks, and scorecards—showing how gratitude helps teams stay encouraged even during tough markets.

You’ll also hear personal stories about parenting, marriage, and high-performance fitness (including Ironman training), and how gratitude can instantly reset your attitude when life gets stressful.

If you’re heading into the new year ready for a reset—this episode will help you reflect on how far you’ve come, refocus your mindset, and plan for what’s next.

✅ Gratitude as a growth tool for entrepreneurs
✅ Why journaling and reflection actually work
✅ The Gap and the Gain mindset explained
✅ EOS, rocks, scorecards, and measuring progress
✅ Comparison and the “thief of joy” trap
✅ Gratitude in marriage, parenting, and leadership
✅ A practical year-end gratitude exercise using photos

Before setting your goals for next year, take 10 minutes to look back through the year’s photos and write down 5 things you’re grateful for—then use that as your foundation for goal-setting.

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