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In this candid and often hilarious episode, Alicia and George McKenzie unpack the myth of “natural greatness.” From raising five kids (and now three dogs) to running companies and managing chaos, they explore how success really comes down to doing small things well — every single day.

They cover:

• Why greatness isn’t born — it’s built through repetition and resilience.
• The fine line between confidence and arrogance (and the phrases to avoid).
• Raising grounded kids in an over-informed, tech-saturated world.
• What George Clooney’s move to France teaches us about humility.
• Why consistency beats motivation — in business, fitness, and parenting.
• The underrated power of a written plan (and how it can make you 30% more successful).

Quote of the Episode

“Nobody’s born with greatness. You’re born with the ability to sludge through shit constantly when you don’t feel like it.” — Alicia McKenzie

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Greatness
02:56 Welcoming New Beginnings
05:37 Navigating Communication and Arrogance
08:35 Intentional Parenting in Modern Times
11:25 The Difference Between Greatness and Goodness
14:19 The Power of Consistency and Planning

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