Gratitude might sound âtouchy-feely,â 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 mindsetâitâs 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 âI have toâ â âI get toâ
Measure progress using âThe Gap and the Gainâ framework
Jack and Chase also connect gratitude to business operating systems like EOS, quarterly rocks, and scorecardsâshowing how gratitude helps teams stay encouraged even during tough markets.
Youâll 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 youâre heading into the new year ready for a resetâthis episode will help you reflect on how far youâve come, refocus your mindset, and plan for whatâs next.
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Gratitude as a growth tool for entrepreneurs
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Why journaling and reflection actually work
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The Gap and the Gain mindset explained
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EOS, rocks, scorecards, and measuring progress
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Comparison and the âthief of joyâ trap
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Gratitude in marriage, parenting, and leadership
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A practical year-end gratitude exercise using photos
Before setting your goals for next year, take 10 minutes to look back through the yearâs photos and write down 5 things youâre grateful forâthen use that as your foundation for goal-setting.
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