You don’t need more motivation. You need more integrity with yourself.

In this episode of Success Is Not convenient, Bernie Gallerani exposes:

• The lies we tell ourselves
• Why discipline beats hype
• How environment shapes success
• Why quitting protects your ego
• And how to become unstoppable

If you want a different year, stop setting bigger goals.

Start keeping smaller promises.

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What happens when your mentor tells you your business idea won’t work?

In this episode of Success Is Not Convenient, Jon Boyd Sontag shares how he went from making $8 an hour prospecting in real estate to building a multi-million dollar valet trash business operating across multiple states.

After quitting his corporate job at Macy’s, John risked everything to launch an idea that didn’t even exist in the market. With no revenue, no proof of concept, and limited capital, he had to:

• Convince investors to believe in a brand new industry
 • Rebuild his business plan over and over
 • Survive months without contracts
 • Create strategic partnerships
 • Develop a scalable service model

This is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, startup growth, resilience, leadership, sales, and belief.

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, startup founder, real estate professional, or business owner, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for approval and start building.

How do you scale a business without being needed everywhere?

In this episode of Success Is Not Convenient, we break down the 10 most important leadership principles every entrepreneur must understand to grow from self-employed to true business owner.

Learn:

1. Why confusion kills performance
2. Why your team reflects your tolerance
3. Why most people want leadership not freedom
4. How to create real accountability
5. The difference between expectation and agreement
6. How to hire for alignment
7. Why feedback must be immediate
8. When to let people go
9. How to think 6–24 months ahead
10. Why management is a skill you must study

If you want:

• Financial freedom
• A business that runs without you
• High-performing teams
• Long-term scalable growth

What if the only thing standing between you and your next level is you? In this powerful episode of Success Is Not Convenient, Bernie Gallerani breaks down the 9 core mental traps that limit entrepreneurs, leaders, and dreamers from achieving exponential growth.

Discover how your brain is wired for safety, not success, and learn practical strategies to reprogram your mindset, overcome fear, and break through self-imposed limits. Whether you're just starting out or you're already building something great, this message will challenge your beliefs and inspire bold action.

Struggling with procrastination? Feel like you're always getting in your own way? In this episode, Bernie Gallerani interviews Dennis McCurdy, author of Suck It Up Cupcake: Stop Screwing Yourself and Get the Life You Want.

From the military to entrepreneurship, Dennis shares candid stories about overcoming rejection, defeating excuses, and developing the discipline to do the hard stuff. They dive into how childhood impacts adult performance, why most entrepreneurs self-sabotage, and how shifting your mindset can double your income.

What You’ll Learn:
- Why comfort is killing your growth
- How to stop taking rejection personally
- Daily habits that create unstoppable discipline
- The danger of renegotiating with yourself
- How raising your standards transforms your life

If you're ready for real talk that leads to real results, this episode is for you.

https://dennismccurdy.com/

Are you unknowingly giving up on your dreams every day? In this episode of Success Is Not Convenient, we unpack 10 powerful reasons why people give up and how you can break the cycle. Whether it’s expecting results too fast, dwelling on the past, or fearing failure, this episode is a raw and honest look at the mindset traps that keep you stuck.

Why do so many entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals struggle with consistency and follow-through—despite having the right plan? In this episode of Success Is Not Convenient, we break down 10 brutally honest reasons self-employed people fail to grow their businesses. From lack of structure and self-discipline to productivity distractions and emotional burnout, you’ll get deep insights and actionable takeaways to help you recommit to your goals. If you’ve ever felt stuck, distracted, or like you're not living up to your potential, this episode is your wake-up call.

In this episode of Success Is Not Convenient, Bernie Gallerani outlines 10 essential things you should focus on now to lead with strength and create meaningful growth in 2026.

Topics include defining your key metric for the year, structuring your calendar for execution, building a high-performing team, separating sales from owner responsibilities, and focusing on the identity shift required to level up.

These are not motivational tips. They are real strategies designed for business owners, sales leaders, and entrepreneurs who are ready to take full control of the year ahead.

Start 2026 with a clear plan, strong habits, and focused leadership.

Who inspires you daily..? 

It is a good question to ask ourselves because inspiration is often the pivotal catalyst to take massive action within our lives.

And if you can't clearly define where or who your inspiration comes from - this episode is for you.

Especially as we are just days away from entering the new year of 2026.. It is your time to go make a difference and be the person you've always envisioned yourself to be.

At just two years old, Alan Lazaros lost his father in a tragic accident. At 26, he almost died in one himself. Today, he runs a top 100 podcast heard in over 180 countries. This is not your average business story.

In this deeply moving episode of Success Is Not Convenient, Alan opens up about the pain behind his purpose, the self-belief that never wavered, and how he grew his vision from $13K in two years to a global coaching brand changing lives.

This is an episode about grit, growth, and why success demands sacrifice.

What you'll learn:

• How belief beats burnout
• Why most people never achieve their goals
• Alan’s 3 identity types: Defective, Unlovable, Unwanted
• What separates high achievers from the rest

If you've ever doubted your potential, this episode is your wake-up call.

Stay connected with Alan: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/

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