The New Rules Podcast

What if the reason you're stuck isn't because of your vision—but because of your systems?

In this episode we break down the hidden wiring of your life—the internal frameworks that either sustain your growth or sabotage it. This isn't about grinding harder. It's about building smarter.

Adrian and Bri unpack:

• The reason vision alone will burn you out

• The daily decisions that quietly shape your future

• Why outdated internal systems are holding people back

• How to rebuild your rhythms to actually support your calling

They walk through 4 core systems every leader needs:

✅ Behavioral Systems – The habits that support your direction ✅ Self-Awareness Mechanisms – Internal sensors that keep you grounded ✅ Adaptability & Flexibility – Structures that bend with transition, not break ✅ Purpose Alignment – A compass that ensures your systems lead somewhere meaningful

If you've ever felt like your life is outpacing your infrastructure, this one's for you.

Reflection Questions

1. What part of your daily routine needs an upgrade to match your goals?

2. Where are you being rigid instead of adaptable?

3. Are your current habits truly aligned with your long-term calling?

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Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

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Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

What if the delay isn't a denial—but part of your preparation?

We all hit moments where it feels like nothing is happening—where all the work, effort, and faithfulness seem invisible. But what if what you're building is bigger than your timeline?

🎙️ In Episode 79, we dive into: ✅ How to know if you're in a delay or a dead end ✅ Why internal growth often comes before external results ✅ The challenge of building in the dark when no one is watching ✅ How to shift from frustration to focus on long-term impact ✅ Why movements don't start with crowds—they start with consistency

If you've ever felt like quitting, this episode is for you.

🔗 Watch now & stay the course. Your future is waiting.

📢 Reflection Questions:

• Where in your life are you struggling with delays?

• Are you focusing too much on external results while missing internal growth?

• What's one thing you can commit to consistently, even when no one is watching?

Check out Trillion Dollar Coach: The Leadership Playbook of Silicon Valley's Bill Campbell:

https://www.amazon.com/Trillion-Dollar-Coach-Leadership-Playbook/dp/0062839268

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Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

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Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

🔥 Is ambition a gift—or a dangerous trap?

We live in a culture that either glorifies the grind or demonizes ambition. But the truth is, ambition itself isn't the problem—it's what's driving it.

In this episode, Adrian, Bri, and Christie dive into: ✅ How to differentiate healthy ambition from destructive ambition ✅ The danger of chasing opportunity just because you can ✅ Why we mistake movement for momentum (and how to avoid it) ✅ The balance of sprinting vs. recovering—and why most people get it wrong ✅ How burnout sneaks up when you take on responsibilities that aren't yours

⚡ Reflection Questions:

• Are you chasing opportunities for impact or validation?

• What's driving your ambition—purpose or insecurity?

• Are you in a sprint or a season of recovery, and are you honoring it?

💡 Don't miss this conversation

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

🔥 What if your greatest purpose is hiding in your deepest pain? Most people think of purpose as something they find—but what if it's something you uncover? The journey to discovering purpose requires digging into pain, facing uncomfortable truths, and breaking patterns that have shaped your life. In this episode, we're diving deep into: ✅ Why avoiding pain keeps you from discovering purpose ✅ How past struggles shape your future calling ✅ The role of "getting to the basement" in personal growth ✅ Why most people chase success but still feel empty ✅ How to identify the "silent assassins" of purpose in your life 🚀 If you've ever felt lost, directionless, or like something is missing—this conversation is for you. 📌 Reflection Questions:

1. What's one painful experience that has shaped who you are today?
2. Have you been avoiding discomfort instead of facing it?
3. What does success mean to you—and is it actually fulfilling?

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https://www.amazon.com/Mask-Off-Unlocking-Authenticity-Imposters/dp/B08LJ9F1DT

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📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

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🔥 What if culture isn't what you say—it's what you tolerate? 🎙️ Culture isn't just a corporate buzzword—it's the invisible force shaping every decision, every interaction, and every outcome in your organization. It's not just about values on a wall or feel-good mission statements—it's about what actually happens in the day-to-day. In this episode, we're breaking down what culture really is, why most leaders fail at creating it, and how it determines success or failure. Whether you're leading a business, a team, or even just yourself, understanding culture is the key to lasting impact, high performance, and alignment between vision and reality. We explore: ✅ What is culture, really? (Beyond the feel-good definitions) ✅ How leaders unconsciously create toxic environments (even with good intentions) ✅ The difference between culture and strategy—and why getting it wrong leads to disaster ✅ How to measure and improve culture in your business or team ✅ What happens when a company's values don't match its actions? ✅ How vision should attract & repel the right people ✅ The impact of culture on leadership, business growth, and team success 🚀 If you're a leader, entrepreneur, or someone who just wants to understand how culture shapes everything—this episode is for you. 🧠 Reflection Questions:

1. What's one unspoken rule in your workplace or community that defines its culture?
2. Does your organization's stated culture align with how people actually experience it?
3. Are you building a culture that attracts the right people—or repels them?

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

What if the past isn't behind you—it's within you?

🎙️ Your choices today shape more than just your life—they create ripple effects for generations.

In Part 2 of Rewriting Time, we shift from understanding past patterns to breaking cycles and shaping the future. Adrian and Bri discuss the power of intentionality, leadership, and decision-making in transcending time and leaving a lasting impact.

We explore: ✅ Why critical thinking is a skill that will set you apart in the future ✅ How being present helps you make better decisions and strengthen relationships ✅ Why saying "I don't have time" actually means time is controlling you ✅ How the mindset of "it is what it is" keeps you from taking action ✅ The legacy effect—how today's choices shape the world for those who come after you

🚀 If you missed Part 1, go back and listen to "Rewriting Time: Part 1 – Understanding the Patterns of Your Past" to get the full picture!

🧠 Reflection Questions:

1. What's one belief you hold about yourself that has shaped your decisions?

2. Are you controlling your time, or is time controlling you?

3. Where in your life are you letting fear hold you back from moving forward?

4. What's a small but meaningful habit you can change today to shape a better future?

5. If your great-grandchildren were impacted by today's choices, what would you want that impact to be?

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Listen to the full conversation on your favorite platform:

• Listen on Spotify (linked)

• Listen on Apple Podcasts (linked)

• Watch on YouTube (linked on lib)

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

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Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

#NewRulesPodcast #RewritingTime #BreakingPatterns #MindsetShift #GrowthMindset #LifeAndLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #AuthenticityMatters #PersonalGrowth #SelfAwareness #TimeManagement #UnlockYourPotential #SuccessMindset #IntentionalLiving #FutureFocused #InspireChange #TrueLeadership #SelfImprovement #ReflectAndGrow #LeadWithPurpose #DecisionMaking #OvercomingFear #BreakingCycles #CreateYourFuture #OwnYourTime #ProductivityHacks #ResilientLeadership #NewEpisode #LegacyBuilding #EmpowermentJourney

What if the past isn't behind you—it's within you?" In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Adrian and Bri explore how time isn't linear; it's dense, layered, and often hidden in the way we think, feel, and lead. The conversations we have today, the choices we make, and even the insecurities we carry are often echoes from the past—shaping us without us even realizing it. Through personal reflections and raw honesty, they unpack how family history, childhood experiences, and seemingly small moments have ripple effects in our lives. But this isn't just about looking back—it's about understanding the present and recognizing how presence is a skill that can transform relationships, leadership, and self-awareness. Key Takeaways:

• The Layered Nature of Time: How the past, present, and external influences overlap more than we realize.
• Hidden Time Capsules: Unprocessed moments from childhood that shape how we view ourselves and the world.
• The Legacy of Family Patterns: How inherited beliefs impact our identity and leadership styles.
• The Power of Presence: Why slowing down and being present is harder than it sounds—but more transformative than we think.
• Processing the Past: How to acknowledge your history without letting it define your future.

Reflection Questions:

1. What "time capsules" from your past might still be influencing your present decisions?
2. Are there patterns in your life that you've accepted as normal but may be rooted in unresolved history?
3. How do you define being "present" in your daily life? What distracts you from it?
4. What's one small moment from your past that shaped you more than you realized?
5. How can understanding your past help you become a better leader, friend, or family member today?

Don't miss Part 2, where we shift the conversation to the future—how to navigate uncertainty, think critically, and create the life you're meant to live.

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Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

Authenticity is a word we hear all the time, but what does it actually mean to live it out? In this episode, Adrian and Bri dive deep into the reality of authenticity—why it's hard, why most people avoid it, and what's waiting on the other side when you choose to embrace it. We explore the pressure to conform, the fear of being truly seen, and the cost of showing up as your real self. If you've ever felt the tension between who you are and who you think you should be, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways:

1. The Fear of Authenticity
   • Why stepping into your real self can feel terrifying—and why so many people avoid it.
2. The False Self vs. The True Self
   • Understanding the internal battle between who you present to the world and who you truly are.
3. The Cost of Being Authentic
   • Authenticity isn't free—it comes with challenges, but the reward is a life of true impact and fulfillment.
4. Why Most People Stay in Their False Self
   • The subconscious reasons we cling to an inauthentic life and how to start breaking free.
5. How to Master Authenticity in Your Life
   • Practical steps to embrace vulnerability, build self-awareness, and step fully into who you were meant to be.

Reflection Questions:

• Where in your life are you holding back from being fully authentic?
• What's one fear that keeps you from showing up as your true self?
• How would your life change if you embraced authenticity, no matter the cost?

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Listen to the full conversation on your favorite platform:

• Listen on Spotify (linked)

• Listen on Apple Podcasts (linked)

• Watch on YouTube (linked on lib)

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

Welcome to Car Chronicles! Today, we're taking you on a drive—literally. These are the kinds of conversations we usually have on the road, but this time, we're bringing you along too. In this candid and reflective episode, Adrian and Bri dive into the profound impact of faithfulness in leadership, relationships, and personal growth. They unpack the hidden value of staying present, the discipline it takes to remain committed to your purpose, and why "someday" isn't a real plan. Whether you're navigating the challenges of a big vision or feeling stuck in a season of waiting, this conversation offers practical insights on how to recognize the lies that hold you back, build an abundance mindset, and stay faithful to the work that truly matters. Key Takeaways:

1. Why Faithfulness Matters:
   • It's not about grand gestures but the small, consistent actions that create compounding growth over time.
2. The Myth of "Someday":
   • Waiting for perfect circumstances can paralyze your progress. Start where you are with what you have.
3. Faithfulness vs. Personal Gain:
   • True leadership isn't about chasing personal success—it's about serving others and staying committed to your purpose.
4. Discipline and Growth:
   • Discipline is the foundation for navigating tough seasons and preparing for future opportunities.
5. Building an Abundance Mindset:
   • How to cultivate gratitude and a positive outlook, even when resources feel scarce.

Reflection Questions:

• What does faithfulness look like in your life right now?
• Are there any lies or limiting beliefs holding you back from progress?
• How can you practice being more present in your relationships and work?

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

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Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

We're kicking off the New Year by diving into the story behind New Rules—how it all began, the moments that shaped its vision, and the purpose driving its growth. From an unexpected inspiration during the NBA Finals to the journey of creating a movement that unlocks human flourishing, this episode is filled with insight, reflection, and inspiration for anyone ready to write their own rules in 2025. Key Takeaways:

1. The Origin of New Rules: Every movement begins with a moment of clarity. For New Rules, that moment came during the NBA Finals, when a Jay-Z commercial reframed how success could be defined. This sparked the idea to create a collective that challenges traditional measures of achievement and helps people redefine success on their own terms.

2. Moments That Define Us: Life offers defining moments that demand a response. Adrian and Bri reflect on how being aware of these moments—and choosing to act on them—can alter the trajectory of your life. These moments often come disguised as challenges, but they hold the power to refine purpose and unlock potential.

3. Writing New Rules for Yourself: Success isn't about playing by someone else's rules. It's about creating your own scoreboard for life, aligned with your values and unique purpose. Bri and Adrian explore the courage it takes to break free from societal norms and live authentically, even when it feels risky or countercultural.

4. Unlocking Authenticity Through New Rules: Authenticity isn't a buzzword—it's a practice. Through New Rules, individuals and organizations are guided toward self-awareness, resilience, and creating meaningful impact. This process requires an honest confrontation of fears and limitations, but it paves the way for true transformation.

5. The Power of Internal Work: External success starts with internal alignment. Bri and Adrian discuss why meaningful change begins with doing the hard work of self-examination. They emphasize that transformation isn't about perfection—it's about progress, and the courage to continuously refine yourself from the inside out.

Reflection Questions:

• What pivotal moments have shaped the way you see the world?

• How are you defining success in your own life?

• What rules do you need to rewrite to live authentically in 2025?

📲 Connect with Us:

Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how power and fear have played a role in your own leadership experiences.

Whether you are a corporate leader, parent, or any individual who finds themselves in a position of leadership - we hope this podcast brings you one step closer on the journey to becoming authentically yourself.

We'd love to hear your thoughts! After listening, don't forget to leave a comment on YouTube, leave a review, and share your favorite takeaways on social media.

More of a visual person?

You can WATCH today's episode on our Youtube Channel:

Youtube: youtube.com/WriteNewRules

To stay connected, visit us at the following places to help as a guide for you on your journey to becoming an authentic leader!

LinkedIn: Adrian Crawford

Instagram: @writenewrules

TikTok: @writenewrules

Check out Rocket Fuel:

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