Have you ever watched a young athlete perform at a high level and thought, Where does that kind of drive come from?

In this electrifying episode of Average Sucks, we uncover the answer. Some kids discover a passion so strong that it fuels them to excel—transforming their love for an activity into a relentless competitive fire. And in the pursuit of excellence, they develop an extraordinary set of life skills that set them apart.

Our guest? My daughter, Maya Bernoff. From the moment she stepped onto the ice as a little girl, she felt something powerful—like she had found her place. Skating isn’t just a sport to her; it’s where she feels most alive. And that passion? It’s what keeps her pushing, competing, and winning.

Her results speak for themselves. Maya competes in over 50 events annually, traveling across the U.S., and more often than not, she leaves with a medal around her neck. At just 12 years old, she’s already earned five national gold medals at the 2023 and 2024 National Showcase competitions hosted by U.S. Figure Skating.

In this episode, we dive into the mindset, habits, and strategies that fuel her success, including:

Belief in Yourself: Maya’s philosophy? Love yourself first—because you’re the one person you spend your entire life with.

Entrepreneurial Spirit: At just 10, she created a fundraiser for a local dog rescue with only $40 in startup money, turning that into a great win for the rescue.

Passion for Figure Skating: The ice isn’t just where she competes—it’s where she thrives, setting goals and pushing herself to new levels.

Mental Toughness: The mindset work that helps her power through challenges, setbacks, and the dreaded brain rot.

The Power of Visualization: A mental exercise Maya swears by to break through negative thoughts.

And that’s just the beginning!

This conversation is inspiring, insightful, and packed with wisdom—straight from a 12-year-old powerhouse. You won’t want to miss it. Tune in now!

How differently do you define success today compared to two, five, or even ten years ago?

For most of us, life’s ups and downs have a tendency to reshape what truly matters.

That’s why our latest guest on the Average Sucks Podcast brings a unique and powerful perspective. Vince DelMonte, founder of the 7 Figure Mastermind for Fit Pros, hit his biggest goals and then faced the question: Now what?

In this candid conversation, Vince dives deep into redefining success for your life today and in the future.

He doesn’t sugarcoat the journey, yet instead asks the hard questions and shares the reflections that shaped his “lifestyle first” approach. It’s a must-listen for anyone navigating the challenges of success and striving to align their life with what matters most.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How Vince built his fitness empire with thousands of videos and 80+ hour workweeks—crushing his financial goals.
• The “true cost” of that success on himself and his loved ones.
• Why work-life balance is easier said than done—and how Vince tackled it head-on.
• The pivotal self-reflection that shifted his approach and transformed his business and life.
• His “lifestyle first” philosophy, which helps him balance success while knowing when to hit the gas.

This thought-provoking conversation is packed with insights to help you redefine and elevate your own success.

It was an absolute pleasure speaking with Vince. Don’t miss this compelling episode of the Average Sucks Podcast!

You’ve got a life plan. 

It goes great. Until it doesn’t.

Ever catch sight of yourself in a mirror and are surprised by what you see? 

What you do when life hands you lemons will either bury you or strengthen you beyond measure.

Our special guest in our Average Sucks Podcast has been through the fire and came back to help others. Natalie Jill is a former medical device sales professional who had risen to national sales director. She got married, bought a house, and had a daughter along the way. 

Life was awesome!

It should have been…and yet still…her marriage fell apart while she was pregnant. She fell into a depression, watched her finances dwindle and threaten her home, and gained more than 60 pounds. Worse, she felt hopeless.

Then, she had a series of epiphanies that triggered her comeback:

• She caught her reflection in a mirror and saw she was not who she wanted to be – overweight, depressed, overwhelmed and alone.
• She watched a television show where she was reminded of the importance of focusing on the possibility instead of the problem.
• She chose to focus on where she wanted to go and who she wanted to be, instead of “what was” at that moment.

Her story continues to inspire from there. 

She turned it all around and now is a renowned fitness and fat loss expert at Natalie Jill Fitness. She transforms people’s lives as they navigate their midlife challenges. Her clients in midlife don’t feel alone, stuck, and overwhelmed. 

You don’t want to miss this extraordinary conversation with an extraordinary entrepreneur and leader! Head over now to hear her moving story in our Average Sucks Podcast. It was a pleasure and an honor to speak with her – and you’ll see why.