The 200% Life

This week, we were inspired by the words of author and podcaster Ramit Sethi to talk about what it really means to live a rich life. Ramit’s philosophy is that rich doesn’t necessarily refer to your financial situation, and while money can help us in life, it is important that we first get clear on what being rich even means to us as individuals. Hallie joins me as we talk about our versions of what it means to live a rich life, how we are able to put those things into practice now, how to become aligned with your partner’s vision of their rich life, and how you can start today. It can be as simple as a daily cup of coffee at your favorite cafe, having someone clean your house once a week, fresh flowers delivered to your door regularly, or ordering whatever you want off the menu regardless of the price. Budget for what brings you joy and fills you up, and eliminate whatever gets in your way. See full show notes.

This bonus episode comes to you from our recent Achieve Freedom Now event, hosted by Achieve Freedom Coaching. For this conversation, Adam was joined by Cari Briner, President of Coaching at Achieve Freedom Coaching, and special guest, Peter Pasternack.

Peter is a real estate investment expert with a background as a CPA. He is the Founder & Host of the Real Estate Connections Group LLC and has appeared on A&E’s Flip This House, the Fox Business Channel, in Georgia Society of CPA’s Magazine, and in Business World Magazine.

8 months into his experience of investing in real estate, Peter landed a role on A&E’s program Flip This House, where he used his background in banking to provide a business perspective on the investment opportunities presented in the show. He shared with us his principles for investing in real estate, and how real estate agents can help educate buyers. Peter is passionate about teaching and coaching people who are interested in investing and had many tactics. tips, and strategies to share.

Are you thinking big enough? This week, Hallie and I discuss how to 10X your thinking with five simple steps. If you are doubting yourself when it comes to leading your team in tripling your sales volume, or doubling your income for the year, or completing an intense exercise challenge, a good question to start with is: if someone else can do it, why not you? We discuss why people fall into the trap of thinking too small, and how to set aside time to get conscious about what it is you are truly trying to accomplish. See full show notes.

This week, we talk about the best and worst business advice that we’ve ever received. People are always willing to offer advice based on their experiences and successes, but how can you know what advice is right for you? When you get advice, it is worth asking the question — is there a better way to do it? Don’t take anything for granted and don’t wait for permission to run your business in a way that feels right for you. Hallie and I discuss how failing big and failing often can teach you so many lessons that you will never learn if you don’t act and take risks. We also dive into the intentions behind our actions and how you may be subconsciously setting yourself up for failure. See full show notes.

You know that prioritizing your health is the most important thing you can do to optimize your productivity and overall wellness, but how much time do you really spend every day focusing on exercise, time for yourself, and quality sleep? Sleep plays such a critical impact on the health of your brain, but so many people in the business world still seem to consider a lack of sleep a badge of honor. That mindset has to change. In this episode, you’ll hear just how important sleep is for keeping your brain healthy, and how prioritizing health over wealth is the better path to success. Hallie and I also talk about grounding your energy with exercise, meditation, healthy eating habits, and, of course, quality sleep. There are so many small, simple steps you can take to begin prioritizing your health and getting yourself to peak performance, starting today. It’s not always easy to prioritize yourself, but it is always worth the effort. See full show notes.

Our first Project|U retreat for our 2021 session was in June, and we dove right into deep spiritual conversations. One of the topics that got brought up was the fact that personal growth or making changes in your life can be very painful, but the alternative is the pain that comes from staying in mediocrity and not taking action on your biggest goals. You need to choose your hard — growth or inertia. This week, we talk about why change can hurt, and how to reduce the pain of personal growth through inner work. We discuss how to be more present during times of change so there is less resistance, and offer a few practical steps for how to recognize you need to make a change and move toward a more conscious lifestyle. Show full show notes.

This week, we dive into what it means to be a steward of your life, and why it’s important to use your success to contribute within your organization and at home, rather than for self-gain. When you are a steward of your life, you take responsibility for your own energy and actions. You help your employees, staff, or coworkers balance their resources and time. Hallie and I break down what a steward is, talk about the benefits of being a good steward of your time, resources, and knowledge, and give some motivating words from Warren Buffett and Ray Dalio. See full show notes.

It’s our 100th episode! First, thank you so much to all the listeners for tuning in all around the world. To celebrate, we kick off today’s episode with a very special guest, my seven-year-old son, Asher. He has a quick message for you about moderation and what it means to him. Then, I share the story of my 2014 journey to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. The intense physical and mental challenges of the climb to the top, along with the beautiful backdrop of Africa, was the perfect way to learn just how interconnected we are with nature, the power of managing your mindset, and how to laugh through the pain. There were so many lessons along the way. Taking on challenges is one of the best ways you can learn. Hallie and I also talk about how to relate these lessons to business and how we can know when we are in too deep, or when we need to just keep pushing. See full show notes.

Our guest this week is Mark Redmond. Mark is the Executive Director of Spectrum Youth and Family Services in Vermont and author of Called: a memoir. He is a leader in the nonprofit world who has used conscious leadership and his roots in business to help serve others. Mark has worked with homeless youth for over 40 years and has helped create and sustain an environment that welcomes and serves troubled teens and their families with love, compassion, and understanding. He talks with me about pivoting from the business world to a non-profit and a few of the more serious and challenging moments he’s had over the years and he shares inspiring stories from his recent memoir. Mark also talks about moving past depression, how dreams have helped him make big life decisions, and how we can all learn to treat others with more consideration, acceptance, and understanding. See full show notes.

Making a huge change in life is never easy, and often it is our own fear of what is on the other side of the transformation that holds us back from reaching for what we really want in life. This week, we outline the five steps of making a major life change as taught by famed life coach, Tony Robbins. These stages may each take days, weeks, even years, but you may be able to recognize them in your own life and use the steps as a guide to see where you are now, push yourself to take action before the later stages, and get where you want to go. There is a chemistry to transformation and the perfect formula for your life change is already within you. You just need to start on your journey! See full show notes.