This podcast for ambitious people who are ready to eliminate distractions and design the life they want. Get ready for blunt truths and actionable strategies to uncover your WHY, set goals, and build true wealth. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, overworked, or unclear about what’s next, this podcast will help you focus, gain clarity, and take control. No fluff, no distractions—just the tools and mindset you need to unlock your potential and create a life that works for you. Stephen is an in ...
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Most people wait for life to slow down… it never does. Everything changed for me when I started taking one weekend a year for a personal strategy retreat. No phone, no noise, no inputs… just time to think and reset. That silence exposed what mattered, what didn’t, and where I was lying to myself. It became the single highest-ROI habit of my year. I…
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High achievers fear the word contentment like it’s the enemy. But what if contentment is the edge you’ve been missing? In a culture addicted to hustle and comparison, gratitude becomes the reset button that clears your mind and fuels your ambition the right way. This episode will challenge the way you think about success, help you detach from distr…
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Most people want wealth but few are willing to pay the price. In this episode, I sit down with Dan Henry — entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author — to unpack how he went from delivering pizzas and sleeping in a freezing apartment to building a $35 million business. The turning point? A single question he asked a billionaire that changed eve…
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You’re not stuck...you’re stalling. Most of the obstacles in your way aren’t real. You just made them look productive. Stephen breaks down one of the most dangerous traps ambitious people fall into—productive procrastination. It’s the illusion of progress that comes from staying busy instead of being bold. Stephen reveals how most of the “obstacles…
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There’s one question most people avoid, not because it’s hard to answer, but because it’s dangerous... What do you want? Why do we stop dreaming as we get older or after we hit a certain level of success? Somewhere along the way, survival and security take over. Bills pile up. Responsibilities grow. And the fire that once drove us starts to fade un…
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#211 Why Chasing Dreams, Living Passions And Geeking Out Make Work Better with James Buckley, LOTR Expert
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Most adults stop playing long before they stop dreaming. Somewhere between deadlines and responsibilities, hobbies quietly disappear and with them, a big part of what makes life exciting. In this episode, I sit down with James Buckley — speaker, creator, and unapologetic Lord of the Rings super-fan — to talk about how geeking out can actually make …
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Crush your annual goals without holiday hustle burnout. Holidays are coming...don’t let them derail your Q4 wins. These time management tips help ambitious entrepreneurs and execs plan now, stay productive, and end the year strong—no anxiety, no rush, just results. Steal the system. Subscribe & leave a 5-star review on Apple and Spotify to help mor…
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Be the black sheep — Aleasha Bahr, founder of Black Sheep Sales Method™, reveals how authentic sales crushes AI noise, templates, and cold scripts. We dive into: • Why standing out isn’t a flaw — it’s your edge • Staying human when automation says “optimize” • Real connection in a blurry digital world Done fitting in? This is your playbook. Explore…
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No AI digital twin — ever. In a world of deepfakes and clones, I’m drawing a hard line: every video, podcast, and post with my name is 100% me — live and in the flesh. AI streamlines my systems. But it will never replace my voice, face, or spontaneity. This is my contrarian brand promise: trust over convenience, authenticity over automation. If you…
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NBA gambling bust exposes greed's golden curse: FBI's Oct 23 crackdown on stars like Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier in mafia-rigged games. Like King Midas, it destroys lives, legacies, and trust. But science flips the script—gratitude rewires your brain, cuts stress 23%, boosts joy 25%. We'll unpack: • The scandal's timeless warning • Journaling…
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Why is your resume is a terrible backup plan? Ex-banker Bill Fanter dismantles the W2 myth and reveals 3 real safety nets: • Contrarian investing (day-trading, options, your skills) • High-value networks (events, social wealth) • Side hustle income (float for layoffs or AI shifts) After 35+ years pivoting from banking to trading and getting fired a…
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He turned firewood into a luxury brand worth millions and sold the company. Leroy Hite, founder of Cutting Edge Firewood, built the world’s first luxury firewood brand from scratch. No investors. No belief. Just grind. We talk about: • The “insane” idea everyone mocked • Years of rejection and 3 a.m. hustles • How faith + strategy = multimillion ex…
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The DREAM Framework the 5-step reset to design the life you actually want. Most professionals and executives are too busy to dream. This episode changes that. We break down: • Disconnect from noise • Reconnect with what matters • Envision boldly • Act with clarity • Manifest the vision If you’re coasting or overwhelmed, this is your pause button. S…
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Are luxury watches just shiny status symbols or can they actually be smart investments? Erich Wolters reveals which brands and models actually appreciate, how the market stacks against stocks, and the traps that burn buyers. We discuss: • What makes a watch gain value • Luxury vs. traditional assets • Pitfalls (fakes, hype, liquidity) If you’re a h…
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If everything feels urgent, it’s a sign you’ve lost your signal. This episode gives you practical steps to clear the noise, sharpen your focus, and move toward a life built with intention. Inside this episode: • Why distraction is the enemy of your mission • How to separate noise from real priorities • A simple way to define what you truly want • H…
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Failure rarely comes from a bad idea. It comes from blind spots you never saw. In this episode, you’ll learn how to scientifically predict where your business will break before it happens. You’ll discover: • How the EFRI exposes hidden entrepreneurial blind spots • Why burnout, weak leadership, and resistance to change destroy growth • A simple 15-…
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Most people aren’t bad with money—they’re battling stories they never questioned. In this episode, TEDx speaker and money mindset coach Dave Won joins Stephen Courson to break down the emotional patterns that shape your financial decisions. You’ll learn: • Why money issues are rarely about math • How childhood and emotions drive spending habits • S…
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Money is only 20% of investing. Most think stocks or real estate = wealth. The truth is the hidden 80% is how you invest time, energy, attention, money, and soul daily. You’ll learn: • Why money alone fails • The 5 TEAMS resources you’re investing nonstop • How distractions steal freedom • Realign for financial + time independence • Build a life th…
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In an era dominated by AI, social media filters, and digital deepfakes, authenticity is becoming the rarest—and most powerful—currency we have. In this episode of the LifeBuilder Podcast, host Stephen Courson sits down with neuroscientist and personal development expert Danita Young to explore the science of authenticity and how understanding the b…
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We’ve been sold a lie that waiting is noble. That patience is passive. That if you sit still long enough, life will hand you what you want. It won’t. Waiting is not an excuse for inaction. Stephen breaks down why it’s better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war and why preparation is the mission, even when life feels slow. We'll cov…
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In this episode of LifeBuilder, Stephen sits down with Amy Looper to explore what it really takes to bounce back stronger in life and business. Amy shares the five cornerstones of resilience that helped her shift from burnout and survival mode into a life of purpose, impact, and energy. From navigating big transitions to redefining success through …
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Fear and frustration aren’t signs you’re failing—they’re signals that something’s out of alignment. In this episode, you’ll learn the Red Alert Diagnosis framework designed by Stephen Courson for business owners and executives to quickly identify what’s blocking your clarity in your personal and professional life. And just as importantly, what you …
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My productivity is up 200% this year and it’s not hustle, it’s AI. I’ve delayed two hires because the right tools have replaced entire workflows in my business and my life. This isn’t hype. It’s the new baseline. AI is rewriting how the world works, and it’s happening fast. It doesn’t matter if you’re a lawyer, plumber, doctor, salesperson, or runn…
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Its Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and no one cares. Seriously. There aren't any social media banners or flags being waved and we know this. Society has spent decades minimizing and in some cases, demonizing men and the things that make us strong. Our value has been boiled down to what we provide and that's wrong. My conversation with Dejuan a…
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We’ve been convinced that more money equals more fulfillment. Here’s the truth: it doesn’t. Not until you change the belief that you’ll find meaning after you succeed. Stephen reveals the mindset shift most ambitious professionals skip so they stay stuck chasing cash while their purpose fades. You’ll learn how to: • Identify the limiting belief tha…
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#191 Surprising Ways to Stay Healthy While Running a Successful Business with Shelby Clement
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Shelby made her business more profitable and less stressful once she burned out hard in the rat race. We talk about how health is the ultimate business booster and how you can make a business more profitable if you are brave enough to give up parts of it. We talk about the importance of putting yourself in the room where things happen and how to tu…
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Life and work can get overwhelming with never-ending to-do lists. That's why making sure we choose to do the right things that move us to our intended outcome is so important. The people who lose are the ones who can't prioritize and delegate. They will forever be completing other people's lists instead of focusing on their own. This 3D hack will m…
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This is an unusual episode, but I want to start with THANK YOU. Many people reached out after noticing my absence from socials and the podcast. I had some serious gastric issues and am undergoing some tests to see if there's anything chronic. I'm back on my feet for the most part but I wanted to share some things I've learned from all of this. Love…
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What if the person you see in the mirror isn’t the version you bring to your business or your life? Stephen Courson breaks down lessons from his TEDx talk on alter egos, revealing how creating a stronger version of yourself changed everything—from mindset to income to impact. • The hidden power of stepping into your “next-level self” • How your bus…
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Burnout is becoming a more common issue amongst executives and entrepreneurs. And their solution is usually a nice vacation. But many people are quitting on travel due to cost of living increases or lower revenue. But what if you didn't have to choose and could vacation for free? That's what Elliot Rosenberg helps people do so they can travel using…
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You’re constantly being pulled in different directions—family, friends, and even your team won’t stop interrupting you. If you struggle with constant distractions, interruptions, or work-life balance while working from home, this is the solution you need. The problem isn’t time management—it’s a lack of clear boundaries. In this video, I’ll show yo…
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Struggling to find time to eat healthy? In this episode, I break down Part 1 of my Skeleton System—a game-changing way to systemize your dinners with AI and automation to plan meals, generate shopping lists, and get groceries delivered in minutes. No more wasting hours figuring out what to eat or running to the store. If you want to streamline meal…
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Your phone is killing your productivity. It’s not a secret...notifications, texts, emails, Slack and random calls are stealing your focus away and waste hours of your day. The worst part? You don’t even realize how often you pick up your phone out of habit. I was stuck in this cycle too, losing 30-70% of my productive time every day. But after maki…
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Generational wealth? Selling a business? Retirement? Before you think about these things, Mark B. Murphy wants to challenge you on your mindset first. That is where we design the life we want and build true wealth. Mark is the CEO of Northeast Private Client Group in New Jersey and has a book that was a Best Seller on Amazon. He's a speaker and phi…
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Sometimes to move forward, you must dive inward. That's why having the “dangerous conversations” with yourself isn’t optional. It’s essential if you want to build the life and business you deserve. We go over... • Why ignoring the hard truths cost him six figures • How to face the beliefs and behaviors that block your growth • What the one simple t…
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One of the most downloaded episodes the past few years because you all love to make fun of my predictions. So was I right about 2024? Or dead wrong? And what am I going to say about 2025? Here are the categories I go over...listen and find out! Super Bowl Winner Macroeconomic trend to watch Real estate trend of the year Social media prediction Stoc…
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Mando Sallavanti opens up about getting married young, starting a business early, and learning tough lessons in real estate along the way. This is the honest version—what went right, what went wrong, and what every young entrepreneur should know before jumping in. You’ll learn: • What marriage teaches you about discipline and leadership • The risks…
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Cody Lutz is an accidental entrepreneur in some ways but his mindset proves that anyone can start a successful side hustle or business if you approach it the right way. We talk about his values and mindset that drove him from the safety of a 9-5 job to full-time entrepreneurship building at-home sheds for people who want to workout at home. Whether…
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Christine Luken is a specialist with money during turbulent times. She coaches people who are getting divorced or going through major life changes on how to manage their money. With the presidential election of Trump and Biden leaving the world nervous about the direction the USA will go, her advice is perfect to get you through the chaos of life r…
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Thanksgiving is the most overlooked holiday in America every year. Not only are we still eating Halloween candy and decorating for Christmas, but we totally ignore what Thanksgiving is all about. Giving thanks. It's literally in the name. Instead, the capitalistic machine has conditioned us to focus on the things we don't have with "shopping holida…
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President Trump will be the President again after defeating Democrat candidate Kamala Harris. Now that the madness is over, I think these are the important things we need to realize moving forward whether you are a Democrat, Republican or Independent. We must be the ones to take action or our lives won't change that much. No President can have as b…
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#175 Teacher Turned Mega-Crypto Influencer On Buying Bitcoin And Investing In Your Life with Lark Davis
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Lark Davis has 1.8M followers across social media but he was completely unknown just a few years ago. We talk about how to win with crypto (and how to lose with crypto), the importance of having clarity and defined goals for your life and how to go from a 9-5 job and transition to the life you truly want. With bitcoin hitting all time highs, Lark h…
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#174 The Secret To Success As A Marine And Olympic Athlete Plus Dirty Details Of Olympics with Riley Tejcek
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Riley Tejcek is a force of nature. She's on active duty serving in the Marines, training to be on the US Olympic bobsled team and ocassionally sleeps. Bobsledding is one of the most expensive and physically demanding winter sports and was the most watched competition in the last Winter Olympics. I talk to her about her mindset, secrets to success a…
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#173 Why You Need A Credit Card And Why It Needs To Be A Travel Points Card with Julian Kheel
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Do you need a credit card? Yes. Definitely. That's Julian Kheel's position and as a travel points expert, he has a compelling case why it needs to be a travel credit card and it goes beyond travel, but protection and security to. If you are trying to figure out your credit card strategy, this is a must listen. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pr…
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Andrew runs the details financially and logistically for the 1% of the rich. He doesn't just see what they do with their money but with their time and other resources as well. Some of these super rich people are happy and fulfilled. Others are totally miserable. His unique perspective on what fulfills humans beyond money makes this a fascination di…
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#171 How To Break Free By Embracing Work Flexibility And Financial Freedom With Jason Greenwood
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Despite being in one of the most extreme countries with lockdowns, Jason found a way to reject society and design the life he wanted for the freedom he desired. His systematic approach during such crazy times is a roadmap for anyone to build the life they want now. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds: • Apple P…
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Men are facing unique challenges in a society that wants to change who they are. Modern day men struggle to gain the 4 types of wealth (time, financial, social and health) at times in their lives. Elise Michaels is a men's performance coach with 800,000+ followers on social media. She helps them deal with their internal struggles so they can thrive…
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#169 Travel Point Hacks For Hotels and Flights Plus How To Fly Business Class For Free With Colin Stroud
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Money is not created equal. Currencies are worth different amounts depending on the economy and Colin Stroud is an expert in the "points economy" when it comes to credit card rewards. He's been on more vacations with his wife and child in a year than I have in 2 years and most of the trips were free or heavily discounted. If you love to travel, do …
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Everyone is talking about the FED and their 50bps rate cut announcement. But what does that MEAN for the average American? Does it impact you? Yes, it definitely does. But don't worry, this isn't a boring civics lesson. I explain it so a 10-year old could understand it. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds: • Ap…
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What limits our growth is fear. We hide from that fear with distractions like sports and politics. I had a meeting with a mentor and they asked me this question. It uncovered some self-work I needed to do and was powerful for my mindset. ====================================== 👨💻 Want to use the tool from the video to measure your cash flow and bui…
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