Episode 154 is about preparation, reflection, and learning from experience. Colton recaps Grizzy’s first large live music event, including the cost, pressure, uncertainty, turnout, and behind-the-scenes work that goes into putting something like it together. Even though the event was a success, the bigger takeaway came from everything they learned along the way and the things they already know they can improve next time.

Colton also connects that experience back to everyday life with the idea that professionals do not just practice until they get something right, they practice until they cannot get it wrong. Whether it is a business event, a gym install, leadership, communication, or your own daily habits, preparation and honest self-reflection are what allow you to keep improving. Look at what worked, identify what did not, and use every experience to come back better the next time.

Episode 153 is about being intentional with the people you bring into your business and your life. Colton shares how he approaches hiring new team members, why character and shared values matter just as much as experience, and why first impressions can tell you more than people realize. The goal is not just to fill an open position, but to bring in people who genuinely want to be there, fit the culture, and can help move the entire team forward.

He also connects that lesson back to personal relationships and the people closest to you. Are the people in your circle pushing you to grow, or draining your time and energy? Are you constantly giving without getting anything back? Colton challenges listeners to look at the people around them, understand what those relationships are adding to their lives, and raise the standard instead of simply filling the void.

Episode 152 is a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of operating Grizzy’s Diner and Tavern and learning a completely different business in real time. Colton breaks down the challenges of weekday traffic, thin restaurant margins, labor costs, food costs, and figuring out what actually makes Monday through Thursday profitable. He also shares why he and G are stepping behind the bar, handling deliveries, and testing “office hours” as a new way to bring more people into the restaurant during slower parts of the day.

The bigger lesson is about adaptability. Business rarely looks exactly how you imagined it would, and sometimes the answer is simply to step in, do the work, learn what is broken, and adjust. Whether that means bartending, delivering food, washing dishes, cutting dead hours, or trying something completely new, the goal is to stay positive, stay flexible, and keep finding a way forward.

Episode 151 is about what happens when people reveal who they truly are and how leaders should respond when relationships, teams, or expectations begin to change. Colton reflects on recent staff turnover, the feedback he has received, and why his first responsibility is to listen, accept criticism, and look honestly at what he could have done better. At the same time, having a big heart and offering endless second chances can become costly when someone continually brings negativity, poor character, or the wrong attitude into the circle.

He also shares a lesson from a mentor: when someone shows you who they really are, thank them for the clarity. Whether it happens in business, friendship, or family, the lesson is to pay attention, have the hard conversations sooner, and stop hoping problems will magically fix themselves. You can still care about someone and wish them well without keeping them close enough to damage the culture, the team, or your own mindset.

Episode 150 is about what happens when you step away, what the business reveals without you, and how to get back into rhythm without trying to do everything at once. Colton recaps his family vacation, shares what operated well while he was gone, and breaks down the areas that need stronger marketing, staffing, onboarding, and leadership. Time away gave him a clearer view of which systems are working and where the businesses still depend too heavily on him.He also talks about returning to your routine after a vacation, injury, or long setback. Instead of expecting yourself to immediately perform at the same level as before, rebuild the habit first, get moving, and let the intensity return gradually. The same approach applies to work: recalibrate, get everything out of your head, identify the biggest needle movers, and focus on the areas that need you most.

Episode 149 is about the difference between looking busy and actually making progress. Colton talks about how having a clear plan, removing distractions, and focusing on the biggest needle movers can help you accomplish more in a few productive hours than you might get done in an entire scattered week. He also breaks down how the labels you give yourself, like “I’m bad with money” or “I don’t have time to work out,” can quietly become the identity you keep reinforcing.

He also revisits the “must be nice” mindset and why it is so easy to judge someone else’s results without seeing the years of work, discipline, sacrifice, or consistency behind them. The message is simple: stop comparing your life to someone else’s current chapter, change the way you speak about yourself, and put your energy into building the life you actually want.

Episode 148 is a live update from Colton’s road trip out west and a real-world look at how AI can completely change the way you travel. Colton shares how ChatGPT helped plan the route from Wisconsin toward Idaho and Glacier National Park, including scenic drives, unique hotels, sightseeing stops, estimated walking time, daily step goals, and even the exact order of destinations to enter into Apple Maps.

He also explains why the trip has become a useful test for the businesses back home, revealing what can operate without him and where stronger systems or leadership may still be needed. The bigger message is simple: do not use AI only as a search engine. Give it your schedule, budget, interests, routines, and priorities, and it can help turn an ordinary vacation into a smoother, fuller, and more memorable experience.

Episode 147 is about using better information to improve your health and stronger standards to improve your life. Colton shares how he is building an “Ultimate Human Blueprint” by combining years of blood tests, health records, supplements, peptides, fitness goals, and recovery data into one AI-powered dashboard. The goal is not just to collect numbers, but to understand patterns, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions about long-term health.

He also breaks down why success often comes back to doing the little things right. Cleaning up after yourself, preparing for tomorrow, showing up early, uploading the receipt, filling the vehicle, and handling the small responsibilities nobody wants to think about. When those details become part of the culture, the bigger goals start falling into place.

Episode 146 is a Q3 reset focused on goals, direction, and getting clear about what you actually want. Colton challenges listeners to revisit the goals they set at the beginning of the year, decide which ones still matter, and stop waiting until the final quarter to make a move. Whether the target is fitness, income, education, travel, family, or personal growth, the first step is knowing exactly where you’re trying to go.

He also breaks down how to work backward from a three-to-five-year vision into yearly, quarterly, monthly, and daily actions. The message is simple: you cannot reach point B if you have never defined it. Get your goals in front of you, reconnect with your why, and use the second half of the year to become 1% better every day.

Episode 145 is about using AI to become more organized, productive, and intentional with your time. Colton shares how he’s building a personal command center that connects his email, calendar, task lists, business data, recurring reminders, and industry updates into one system. Instead of jumping between different apps and manually handling the same responsibilities every week, he’s using AI to automate the busywork and create more room for the decisions that actually move the businesses forward.