Do you act tough or are you actually tough? We explore that topic in the pages of this month’s issue of SUCCESS magazine and on this episode of SUCCESS Insider. SUCCESS editor at large Michael Mooney visits the studio to talk about the time he spent with our cover guy, the super tough former Navy SEAL turned leadership expert, author and podcaster Jocko Willink. Plus, we share 10 exercises you can do to build your mental toughness starting today.

3 steps from John Addison on how you can to do a true self-assessment.

“Learning is the beginning of wealth. Learning is the beginning of health. Learning is the beginning of spirituality. Searching and learning is where the miracle process begins.” Those are the wise words of the incomparable speaker and author Jim Rohn. On this week’s episode Josh and Shelby discuss the power of learning on the go and why podcasts are the future of personal growth. We hear from a few of the leading podcasters about why they feel the same and Josh and Shelby share their favorite podcasts for you to listen to while you commute, clean or whenever you have time to spare.

Shelby and Josh share a few happy quotes to lift your spirits and get you excited for the future.

Confidence is the theme for SUCCESS this month, so we are talking about why it’s important to speak up for yourself and how you can stand your ground no matter the situation. First up Shelby and Josh take a beating from internet commenters and live to tell the tale. Then we hear from Christy Wright, author of the new book Business Boutique, about how women in particular can speak up in a business setting. And we take some tips on asserting ourselves from author Sophia Dembling.

Learn 4 tips for leaving your comfort zone and stretching your limits.

Everything is negotiable. At least that is what our managing editor Jesus Jimenez learned. On this week’s episode Josh and Shelby explore the need for negotiation skills in our everyday life. They chat with Jesus about how he learned to bargain for everything - including toilet paper. They go for no with authors and experts on the word, Andrea Waltz and Richard Fenton. Plus they share some greats tips for negotiating within your personal and professional relationships.

Here are 3 traits of powerful influencers and why they are traits you need to incorporate into your life.

This week we celebrate our 50th episode by sharing some insider information. Shelby goes behind the scenes in the making of a SUCCESS magazine feature as we step inside the boxing ring with co-host Josh Ellis as he challenges himself like he’s never done before. So grab a snack and settle in for a story that might just inspire you to take on your own life challenge today.

Listen for 3 productivity habits of successful people. Learn how they do it and enact those same habits in your daily life.