Don't forget to send in your logo ideas to michael@thebusinessoflivin by October 1st. The winner will receive a T-shirt with the new logo on it.

This week we dive into the fact that we all have an enemy who is trying to prevent us from becoming who we were destined to be. So what do we do about it? How do we make sense of all the challenges that seem to sabotage our success? Why does everything seem to be so difficult? You will walk away from this episode with a clear understanding of how to navigate this challenging reality and rise above it. 

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Introducing The Business of Livin logo contest! I'm now accepting designs from all my faithful listeners. I will choose the design I like the most and it will become the official logo of The Business of Livin! If your design is chosen, I will put it on a high quality T-shirt and send it to you. If you're a graphic artist and you win, I will happily promote your business to my audience. Feel free to draw it on a napkin, or create it in Photoshop, whatever works for you. You have until October 1st to send in your design to michael@thebusinessoflivin. I will then choose the winner and announce it live on our Instagram page as well as on the podcast. If you have an idea, I'd love to hear from you, all designs will be considered. Send all entries to michael@thebusinessoflivin. Let the games begin!

This week I welcome my friend Greg Gray to the show. He's a seasoned Executive Leadership & Business Coach, Author, Podcast Host and Founder of Gray University. He shares experience based wisdom from the trenches of life and business. 

He also shares his journey transitioning from 20+ years in the corporate world to a full time coach and business consultant. 

He shares practical ways a leader can uncover blindspots and become a better leader immediately.

I asked him a tough question on how to craft a clear vision when you're not sure what you want and what God wants and how those two things intersect. His wise perspective helped me find more clarity on how to move forward and I know it will help you too.

We also talked about what it means to experience true freedom in your life and work. The conversation was dynamite. 

Find out more about Greg and his work at https://www.gregorygray.com/

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This episode is not about money, it's about investing in our kids. Parenting is hard and it's easy feel overwhelmed and lost at times. We'll talk about 2 very powerful places to focus your efforts as you seek to raise remarkable adults. Don't worry, this won't necessarily be more work for you and it's going to improve your life as well. If you feel like a mediocre parent sometimes, join the club and we'll all get better together.

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What does it mean to be a man of faith? What if I don't like church? What does it mean to be a good husband and father? How do I lead my family? How can guys grow in their faith together in an authentic way? Chris Grainger of The Lion Within Us answers these tough questions in today's episode. 

Bonus: Chris shares how to dramatically improve your sex life with your wife and it's probably not what you expect. 

He has generously offered his Bible Study Program for free to Business of Livin listeners. Click on the link below and use the code LIVIN to get access.

https://thelionwithin.us/resources/bible-study/ 

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This episode is about a mindset that I believe is required in order for you to reach your potential. If you struggle with paralysis by analysis or you despise the feeling of looking foolish, you need to hear this. 

Brian Tracy - The top 5% of people in their field, started in the bottom 5%.

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I recently sat down with my 99 year old grandmother and her perspective challenged me big time. I also share the unbelievable story about my grandfather's near death experience in the Navy. 

If you aren't already following me on Instagram @thebusinessoflivin, jump on IG and hit the follow button. You'll find more engaging content often shared before the episodes are released. 

Let's break down the odds of your existence and why it's a miracle that you even exist. 

The odds of your parents meeting: 1 in 40 million

The probability of you having your specific DNA structure: 1 in 400 quadrillion 

The odds of all your ancestors meeting and having children: 1 in 10 to the 45,000th power

The probability of all these tings happening in the right order leading to your existence: 1 in 10 to the 2,640,000 power

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Resistance. When you're doing work that matters, it will be opposed. In this episode we'll talk about the 8 things you need to focus on so that you don't get derailed by obstacles. 

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This week we welcome my good friend Roger Whitney to the show. In his own words, he looks impressive on paper but often feels like a mess in real life. He's spent much of the last decade investing in his growth and working on becoming a better version of himself. He's created a very impressive business but even more impressive is what he's learned about living a good life. He shares several nuggets of wisdom and helpful frameworks and resources that will improve your life today. This is one you don't want to miss. I have one question for you, "What are you going to do today?"

About Roger:

As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional for more than 25 years, he's using his credentials (CFP® certificant, CIMA®, CPWA®, and more) and every channel possible to help people live well today without sacrificing tomorrow.

Growing up, my mother was always worried about the future.

She lived her life saving more, sacrificing more, and settling for less —all with the hope that one day she would have the financial and time freedom to spend it all on the family and activities she loved.

Mom passed away at the age of 48.

It's tragic, and not just because my mom was an amazing human (she was). It's sad because I see this kind of thing happen a lot. How many of us will spend most of our present saving for a future we never get to have?

The answer will always be too many. And I've dedicated my entire career to helping people shift what's possible in retirement by changing how they live, work, and celebrate what's possible right now—and keep doing it.

His world famous podcast, The Retirement Answer Man: https://www.rogerwhitney.com/blog

The Rock Retirement Club: https://www.rockretirementclub.com/

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Darryl Lyons is one of PAX Financial’s three founders and current CEO. His commitment to ongoing professional development is exemplified by his membership in relevant professional groups, such as the National Federation of Independent Business Owners (NFIB), C12 Group, Dave Ramsey Investment Advisory Council, and Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management Advisory Council.

Before PAX, Darryl was on track for a future on Wall Street, but his love for Texas and dreams of a more rewarding career led him to create PAX Financial instead. Influenced both by an upbringing without privileges and close association with associates whose wealth failed to make them happier, Darryl’s mission is both to aid clients in growing their wealth and guide clients toward aligning their wealth with their values and goals.

In his time outside of PAX, Darryl has lobbied in DC for small business reform, chaired a board that redeveloped part of San Antonio, published books and articles, and co-founded a non-profit in Moldova. His faith and church memberships are integral to his personal and professional development. He carves out time to join church committees, including financial committees and international ministry committees, while also facilitating a Bible study that helps men be better husbands and fathers.

Darryl’s ambition is to create a legacy within people whose lives have been bettered via contact with him.

Darryl's Forbes Articles: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesfinancecouncil/people/darryllyons1/?sh=3f9d4cad3c3a

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I'm excited to introduce you to my friend Aaron Walker. After retiring 3 times from successful business ventures, he experienced an awful tragedy which led to a major shift in the way he lived his life. He's since built a business helping hundreds of men live with intention and purpose they can find success in life and business. He shares practical advice on how to achieve massive success, even if you feel like you're an average guy. This episode is packed with solid wisdom that will help you elevate your game.

Aaron Walker has founded more than a dozen companies over the past 42 years and has appeared on more than 2000 podcast interviews. He attributes much of his success to having surrounded himself with his mastermind counterparts. Aaron spent a decade meeting weekly with Dave Ramsey, Dan Miller, Ken Abraham, and 5 other amazing entrepreneurs. Aaron is the founder of Iron Sharpens Iron Mastermind that now hosts 20 groups with National and International members. Aaron is the author of View From The Top, a must-read to fully understand how to live a life of success and significance. Also, the founder of The Mastermind Playbook an incredible resource for starting, running and scaling masterminds. Aaron lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife Robin of 40 years and he has 2 incredible daughters and 5 beautiful grandchildren.

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