The Ensaun Experience

In this episode of The Ensaun Experience, Faisal Ensaun dives into the transformative power of genuine friendships. He explores why quality over quantity in relationships can significantly impact our personal growth and support systems. Faisal shares practical insights on building connections that go beyond surface-level interactions, touching on the importance of understanding your own needs and those of the people around you. By reflecting on our social circles and taking a conscious approach to the friendships we foster, we can cultivate relationships that not only bring joy but also push us to reach our fullest potential.

Join Faisal as he breaks down what it means to have “growth friends,” people who inspire us, challenge us, and help us become the best versions of ourselves. This episode will guide you in evaluating your friendships, setting boundaries, and creating space for those who align with your values and aspirations. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your existing relationships or invite new, meaningful connections into your life, this episode will inspire you to make friendships that truly matter.


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[00:00:00] Introduction to Friendship
[00:01:00] The Importance of Choosing Your Circle
[00:03:00] Three Core Relationships in Life
[00:04:00] The Power of Knowing Yourself
[00:06:00] Assessing Needs in Friendships
[00:07:00] Evolving Values in Friendships
[00:08:00] Childhood, Old, and Growth Friends
[00:09:00] Building Growth-Oriented Friendships
[00:11:00] A Lesson from Good Will Hunting
[00:13:00] True Friendship and Love
[00:14:00] Knowing Your Friendship Capacity
[00:15:00] Asking the Hard Questions
[00:17:00] Quality Over Quantity in Friendships
[00:18:00] Assessing Reciprocity in Relationships
[00:19:00] Setting Boundaries with Friends and Family
[00:20:00] Negotiating Needs in Relationships
[00:22:00] Avoiding Resentment and Obligation
[00:23:00] Final Reflections on Friendship

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Let's explore the journey of growth and leadership together in this episode. I dive into how we, as leaders, can create a culture that encourages personal and team development by fostering an environment where people feel safe to "fail forward" and learn from mistakes. I’ll discuss the importance of psychological safety, embracing discomfort, and the challenge of not only pushing ourselves but also inspiring those around us to grow.

Drawing from my own experiences and insights, I’ll break down the common misconception of leadership as authority or superiority. Instead, I see leadership as a responsibility to serve and support others toward a shared goal—whether in family, community, or business.

If you're ready to redefine leadership and embrace growth, join me as I uncover the power of accountability, building a growth-focused culture, and cultivating empathy. This episode is ideal for anyone who wants to elevate their leadership and inspire those around them to reach their full potential.

 00:00 Introduction
00:42 Failing Forward
01:27 Challenging Yourself as a Leader
02:35 Redefining Leadership
05:05 Serving and Supporting Others
07:53 The Power of Self-Leadership
09:00 Embracing Discomfort
10:12 Setting Bold Goals
13:00 Modeling Growth for Others
15:27 Building a Growth Culture
17:00 Psychological Safety
19:00 Sharing Mistakes
20:00 Creating a Growth Culture
21:30 The Role of Accountability
22:30 Recap and Next Steps 

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In this episode of The Ensaun Experience, Faisal Ensaun reveals one of the most common productivity traps that holds entrepreneurs and investors back: inconsistency. Faisal dives deep into the issue of not showing up—whether it's for scheduled appointments, family commitments, or even important business tasks. He explains why simply showing up regularly can drastically boost your productivity, and how most people don’t realize that missing appointments or rescheduling constantly can damage both personal trust and professional credibility.

Faisal shares his personal frustrations as a coach and business owner, recounting how often people miss their calls, appointments, or reschedule at the last minute, all due to lack of preparation and reactionary planning. He highlights the detrimental impact this behavior has on relationships and business reputation. The episode emphasizes the power of using calendars and tracking systems to avoid being reactionary and instead operate strategically—key habits that separate the top 15% of high performers from the rest.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who feels overwhelmed by their schedule or struggles to maintain consistency in their business and personal life. Faisal also invites listeners to join his free, 3-hour productivity workshop on October 31st, where he will guide you through practical tools and systems to optimize your productivity.

Tune in to learn how to stop reacting to your life and start strategically planning for success.

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Chapter Markers
00:00 - Introduction: The Importance of Showing Up
02:15 - Why Most Entrepreneurs and Investors Fail to Show Up
04:30 - The Problem of Reactionary Time Management
07:05 - The Consequences of Broken Trust in Personal Relationships
09:45 - The Role of Reputation in Business
11:30 - The Power of a Calendar and Tracking Systems
14:20 - Why Strategic Planning Improves Productivity
16:50 - Reflection and Time Analysis
19:30 - Thinking and Anticipating: The Secret to Success
22:10 - Reactivity vs. Productivity
24:40 - Build Systems for Sustainable Success
27:15 - Invitation to the Productivity Workshop

Episode Highlights
The Power of Consistency: Showing up regularly is crucial for both personal and business success.
Impact on Trust: Inconsistent behavior breaks trust in personal relationships and diminishes professional credibility.
Reactionary Time Management: Many entrepreneurs operate in a reactionary mode, jumping from task to task without strategic planning.
The Role of a Calendar: Effective use of calendars and tracking systems helps ensure consistency and accountability.
Strategic Thinking: Productivity requires planning ahead and anticipating challenges, not just reacting to them.
Reputation Matters: Being known for missing appointments or being unreliable can hurt business growth and client relationships.
Busyness vs. Productivity: Busyness is often mistaken for productivity; true productivity comes from focused, strategic effort.

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Welcome back to The Ensaun Experience! In this episode, I’m broadcasting live from one of my favorite parks during the beautiful fall season here in Eastern Canada. Today, I dive into a critical topic that could dramatically boost your productivity as an entrepreneur or investor: the belief that “I don’t have time.”

I share my personal journey of transitioning from working 65-70 hours a week to running two businesses in just 37-38 hours. Through strategic thinking and prioritizing what truly matters, I’ve learned how to create a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. I’ll discuss the importance of carving out time to work on your business instead of just in it and how neglecting this can lead to burnout and unfulfilled potential.

Join me as I recount inspiring stories from my clients who, by prioritizing strategic thinking, have achieved remarkable results, including securing long-term contracts and gaining clarity for their personal and professional lives. I’ll also invite you to my upcoming free workshop on October 31st, where I’ll guide you through a transformative process designed to uncover your blind spots and help you focus on what’s truly important.

Make sure to register—this could be the game-changer you’ve been waiting for! Let’s make the most of our time and propel ourselves forward together. Check out the link below to sign up, and I can't wait to see you there!

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00:00:00 - Introduction: Greeting to entrepreneurs and investors from a beautiful location in Eastern Canada.

00:00:30 - The "I Don’t Have Time" Mindset: Discussing the common belief of not having enough time and its impact on productivity.

00:01:30 - The Busy Work Trap: Explaining how busy work distracts from meaningful progress and quality of life.

00:02:30 - The Importance of Strategic Reflection: The need to step back and determine what is truly important in life and business.

00:03:30 - Personal Anecdote: My Journey: Sharing my experience of working long hours and the realization of wasted time.

00:04:30 - Achieving Work-Life Balance: Transitioning from 65-70 hours a week to 37-38 hours while running two businesses.

00:05:30 - Client Success Story: Santa Fe Event: Highlighting a client's transformation through a strategic planning session.

00:06:30 - Another Client's Achievement: Discussing how another client secured a long-term government contract through strategic thinking.

00:07:30 - Inviting Participation in the Workshop: Encouraging listeners to attend the free workshop on October 31st.

00:08:30 - Workshop Details and Benefits: Explaining what attendees can expect from the workshop and its potential impact on their lives.

00:09:30 - Conclusion and Encouragement: Encouraging listeners to make time for the workshop and be open to change.

00:10:00 - Closing Remarks: Thanking listeners and reiterating the link to register for the workshop.

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I wanted to share why typical productivity methods, like checklists, often don’t work for entrepreneurs. When I started out, I struggled with this too—I thought the same strategies that worked in my previous job would apply to my business. But I quickly learned that entrepreneurship is different. It’s not just about getting tasks done; it’s about building a business that aligns with your values, lifestyle, and long-term goals.

In this episode, I’ll explain why true productivity isn’t just about checking off tasks but about producing results that matter in every area of your life—your health, relationships, and personal fulfillment. You need a clear vision and strategy to tie your day-to-day actions to your bigger mission. Without that, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected, leading to burnout or sacrificing what’s most important.

I’m also inviting you to my Productivity Mastery workshop on October 31st, where I’ll walk you through a process to connect your personal and professional goals. This interactive session will help you build a business that supports your entire life—not the other way around.

Reserve your spot today, and I look forward to helping you transform your productivity!

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00:00 Introduction: The Myth of Checklists in Entrepreneurship
00:22 Why You're Not Productive: A Deep Dive
00:54 The Importance of a Holistic Approach to Business
02:37 The Cost of Sacrificing Personal Life for Business
04:51 Redefining Productivity: Producing What Matters
07:42 Creating a Vision and Strategic Plan
08:40 Connecting Long-Term Vision with Daily Actions
12:16 Invitation to the Productivity Mastery Workshop
13:02 Conclusion and Call to Action

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In this insightful episode, we explore the critical difference between caretaking and caregiving in leadership, inspired by Brendan Burchard’s concept in The Charge. We discuss how leaders can shift their approach from simply doing things for others to empowering them to become self-reliant and confident in their abilities. Drawing from real-life examples and practical applications, we focus on why this distinction is essential for effective leadership in any setting—whether it's in business, family, or personal relationships.

Through this conversation, you’ll discover how a simple mindset shift can transform your leadership style, helping those around you grow and thrive independently. We highlight the importance of setting clear intentions as a leader, challenging others to step out of their comfort zones, and providing the right level of support for success. The episode also emphasizes the value of modeling the behavior you want to see in others and the significant role of feedback in fostering continuous growth.

Key Takeaways:

1. Caretaking vs. Caregiving: Understand how doing tasks for others (caretaking) can inadvertently foster dependency, while caregiving nurtures self-sufficiency and growth.
2. Intentional Leadership: Learn how setting clear, empowering intentions can help you guide others toward independence and confidence.
3. Challenge for Growth: Why challenging those you lead is crucial for their development, and how to strike the right balance between challenge and support.
4. Lead by Example: Discover the importance of modeling the behavior you want others to emulate, creating a ripple effect of positive actions.
5. Feedback as a Tool for Success: Explore how regular, constructive feedback can enhance growth and create more leaders around you.

Join us as we examine how caring for others in the right way can unlock their full potential, allowing them to lead themselves and others. Whether you're leading a team, a family, or just looking to improve your leadership skills, this episode offers practical strategies to help you inspire growth and build a culture of leadership wherever you go.

00:00 Introduction: The Role of a Leader

00:42 The Caretaker vs. Caregiver Distinction

01:27 Real-Life Examples of Caretaking

02:35 Impact of Caretaking in Business and Personal Life

05:05 Empowering Others: The Caregiver Approach

07:53 Challenging and Supporting for Success

11:54 The Importance of Feedback and Modeling

15:27 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Discover how to align with your highest self in this latest episode of The Ensaun Experience. Drawing on a decade of experience in personal development and coaching, Faisal discusses how to achieve true congruence in your thoughts, actions, and life goals.

Discover why understanding your ideal self is the key to unlocking your full potential and living with purpose. Faisal breaks down the practical steps to develop a clear vision for your life, take ownership of your decisions, and build habits that lead to lasting growth. Whether you're struggling with self-doubt, feeling stuck in your career, or seeking greater fulfillment, this episode offers essential insights to help you realign and thrive.

Why This Episode is Important: This episode provides invaluable guidance on how to break free from limiting beliefs and step into the most authentic and powerful version of yourself. It challenges listeners to reassess their daily actions, relationships, and mindset to ensure they are moving towards a life that truly resonates with their core values and aspirations. If you're ready to redefine your path and elevate your life, this conversation is a must-listen.

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00:00 Introduction: Becoming Your Higher Self
00:32 The Importance of Alignment
02:14 Understanding Your Ideal Self
04:54 Static vs. Growth Mindset
10:05 The Role of Relationships
11:49 Ownership and Personal Power
15:20 Building Consistent Habits
17:53 Conclusion and Next Steps

Keywords: Alignment, High Performance, Personal Growth, Vision Building, Self-Ownership, High Potential, Transformational Coaching, Personal Development, Self-Improvement.

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In this episode, we explore the direct correlation between personal growth and income, particularly for those feeling plateaued in their 30s, 40s, or 50s. The discussion focuses on two critical elements that determine the quality and success of life: self-awareness and relationships. Key points include the importance of continually challenging oneself, the role of awareness in various life roles, and the complexities of human relationships. We also explore into the impacts of emotional states on personal and professional relationships, offering insights on how to improve and maintain these connections for long-term success.

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00:00 Introduction: The Correlation Between Income and Growth
00:33 Key Determinants of Life Quality and Success
00:58 The Importance of Self-Awareness
01:51 Growth and Income Trends Over the Years
03:25 Embracing Discomfort for Growth
03:43 The Yin and Yang of Progress
05:37 The Role of Awareness in Different Life Roles
07:04 The Complexity of Human Relationships
10:03 The Impact of Relationships on Life Quality
11:54 Long-Term Relationship Building in Business
13:41 Conclusion: Reflecting on Awareness and Relationships

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In this episode of The Ensaun Experience, Faisal Ensaun challenges the common misconception that love and respect are all you need to make relationships work. The truth is, relationships are hard work—much harder than most people are willing to admit. Faisal shares his insights from decades of coaching people through their personal and professional struggles, revealing why so many of us find it difficult to navigate our relationships successfully. He dives deep into the emotional complexities, the misunderstandings, and the societal pressures that keep us from truly connecting. Faisal also offers practical advice on how to improve communication, handle emotions, and meet the needs of those around us. If you're ready to transform your relationships, this episode is for you.

Tune in and discover how to do better in your relationships by acknowledging the hard truths and taking action. Plus, download your free "Unlock Your Legacy Life Power Pack" at faisalensaun.com.

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Join Amanda Alexander and I as we dive deep into about unlocking purpose and potential in your life.

I share insights about my journey from engineering to coaching, the importance of understanding intrinsic values, and how to build a sustainable mindset. Learn about the critical role of discipline, the necessity of asking challenging questions, and the paramount importance of having a supportive community. If you're looking to uncover your own potential and find true fulfillment, this conversation is a must-watch!

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:02 Exploring the Concept of Internal Rate of Return
01:54 Gratitude and Personal Reflections
03:06 The Importance of Life's Vision and Purpose
05:57 Personal Routines and Practices
07:51 Challenges and the Coaching Journey
23:07 Purpose vs. Values
26:30 Discovering Entrepreneurial Spirit
27:06 Evolving Values and Purpose
28:10 Corporate Status vs. Entrepreneurial Freedom
29:37 Challenges of Starting a Business
31:12 The Importance of Consistency
34:13 Intrinsic Motivation and Discipline
37:16 The Role of Mentors and Coaches
50:54 Final Thoughts and Advice

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