I’m welcoming you back with a full heart today. After 6.5 years, 1,400+ appearances, and 800 episodes, this podcast became more than content—it became my lifeline, my mirror, and my classroom.
I built it in one of the toughest seasons of my life, and along the way, you (and every guest who sat across from me) helped shape me into someone braver, clearer, and kinder.
To all the guests I’ve had on, thank you for trusting me, for opening up, for letting the conversations go deeper than the surface, and for reminding me why podcasting matters: because real growth starts when we feel seen, supported, and understood.
I’m hitting pause now, not to step away, but to honor the journey we’ve shared—mine and yours. The next chapter is coming, and I’ll carry every lesson, every story, and every voice that joined me along the way.
This isn’t an ending. It’s just me taking a breath before the next chapter.
This is my invitation to you too: reflect, reset, and walk into the new year upgraded—not dragged forward by old stories. We’re not done. We’re just getting started on the next evolution. I’ll see you soon.
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It took me years of interviews, rants, and real conversations to finally get this: resilience and growth only kick in when you bet on yourself. The labels don’t matter. The job title doesn’t matter. The strategy doesn’t matter.
The decision does—because once I take responsibility, the game actually begins.
Key Highlights:
- I learned the real lesson after thousands of conversations: bet on myself
- It applies to everything I want to change or build- When I choose myself, the buck stops with me
- I grow by committing, not by having all the answers
- Blame keeps me stuck, ownership moves me forward
- Even failure helps me level up if I’m actually learning
Core Takeaways:
- If I don’t bet on myself, nothing changes
- If I bet on myself, I get better—period
- Certainty isn’t the unlock, commitment is
- The real test is the mirror: knowing I tried
I might win, I might fail… but either way, I grow. And honestly? That’s the whole point. If this rant hits you, share it, replay it, or just take it for yourself. I’m rooting for you—but I know the real rocket fuel starts when you root for yourself too.
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This episode gets raw. I open up about the parts of my story I’ve avoided saying out loud—how privilege, anger, and trauma shaped me, how addiction escalated, and what it actually took to hit bottom. We talk about the stories we tell ourselves, the price of living as a victim, and the moment everything shifted: ownership. This one is about truth, forgiveness, and finally choosing to build a life on purpose.
Key Highlights:
- Podcasting as a “time capsule” of who you were and who you’re becoming
- The hidden weight of childhood identity, entitlement, and anger
- A major trauma that quietly fueled years of self-destruction
- Addiction as a cover-up for pain you refuse to sit with
- Rock bottom: burned bridges, no safety net, and forced surrender
- The “closet season”: rebuilding from nothing with humility and discipline
- The real shift: extreme ownership vs. victim stories- Letting go of results and committing to the process
- Learning to live for your life—not other people’s opinions
Core Takeaways:
- You don’t heal by hiding the story—you heal by telling the truth
- Pain becomes poison when you avoid it; it becomes fuel when you face it
- The story you repeat isn’t always the real story- Surrender isn’t weakness—it’s the start of freedom
- Your next chapter starts when you stop seeking permission
The message is simple: construct your life based on what’s true for you—not what anyone else expects, not what you’re trying to prove, and not the story you’ve been using to survive. Get married to the process. Get divorced from the results.
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Today, i'd like t revisit one f my favorite Rants: FUN. This is one is straight from the gut, and now that the year is coming to a close, I think it's important to never forget that word. I’m talking about the one word we stopped protecting in adulthood: Fun.
Hustle got me here, but rigidity stole the joy. This episode is a reminder to simplify life, drop the comparison game, and inject energy, laughter, and play back into the way we live, lead, and build.
Key Highlights:
- Fun is a leadership and life superpower
- We’ve over-leveraged everything except joy
- Success without laughter is just exhaustion
- Kids know the truth
- Hustle needs balance or it burns the whole thing down
- Loosen up, shake it up, live your life bigger than the metrics
Hope you got something from this. If you’re feeling stuck, tired, or too rigid, just remember: life is a ride, and the ride is the reward. Keep hustling—but don’t forget to laugh while you do it.
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In this conversation, I sat down with Daniel to talk about what’s really changing in business right now—and why so many founders feel overwhelmed. We unpack how government, AI, regulation, and nonstop advice are reshaping the landscape, and why confidence, clarity, and community matter more than ever.
This episode is about cutting through the noise, understanding your customer deeply, and building a business you’re actually proud of.
Key Highlights:
- Why founders feel more overwhelmed than ever
- How AI, government, and regulation are changing business
- The danger of trying to master everything yourself
- Why community is no longer optional for founders- How too much advice is killing founder confidence
- The importance of understanding your customer’s reality
- Building a business that fits your life—not someone else’s
I Hope you got value from this one. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or questioning your direction, share this with someone who needs the reminder that clarity beats noise every time.
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In this episode, I dig into resilience—not the motivational poster version, but the real kind that shows up when life hits hard. You don’t truly know yourself or the people around you until pressure exposes who they really are.
I talk about what difficult seasons reveal, why aligned relationships matter, and how painful moments become the filter that clarifies who should and shouldn’t walk with you on your path.
Key Highlights:
- How pressure reveals real character
- Why you can’t judge anyone when life is “good”
-The power of seeing people at their worst
- What my sobriety taught me about relationships
- How hardship exposes misaligned partnerships
- Using tough moments to refine your inner circle
- Choosing the right people as you choose your path forward
Hope you got some value from this one. Share it with someone who needs the reminder.
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In this episode, I sit down with David Daniel for a deep dive on messaging, customer clarity, and why most entrepreneurs try to skip steps they’ve never earned. David breaks down how to define your ideal client, simplify your strategy, avoid shiny-object marketing traps, and build offers that actually match where you are in your business journey.
We get into customer feedback, real -world strategy, and the mindset shifts that separate founders who spin their wheels from the ones who scale with intention.
Key Highlights:
- You’re not supposed to be at someone else’s level.
Entrepreneurs mimic strategies from year-eight operators while they’re still in month three.
- Clear messaging starts with the customer.
Understand their goals, fears, language, and lived experience.
- Your “why” matters.
People trust you when they know why you care and why you're good at solving the problem.
- Experience your business from the customer side.
Most owners never do — and it shows.
- Stop chasing shiny strategies.
SEO, ads, funnels… most of it isn’t the lever you actually need.
- Choose the right lever for your business model.
Some industries need SEO. Others just need 10 strong relationships.
- Simplify before you scale.
Strip waste, find clarity, stop pivoting every two weeks, and give your strategy time to work.
- One outside perspective can unlock everything.
Small shifts often create massive breakthroughs.
If you enjoyed this conversation with David, share it with a business owner who’s stuck in the weeds and needs a clearer path forward.
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In this episode, I break down the biggest lessons I’ve learned this year — from the power of stillness to redefining what revenue really means. I talk about resilience, health, energy management, and why slowing down is sometimes the most productive move you can make.
Key Highlights:
- Stillness is power: Not responding is sometimes the highest form of response.
- Energy is access: Not everyone deserves immediate attention — or any attention.
- Hustle isn’t the solution: You can’t out-earn the conversations you’re avoiding.
- Revenue ≠ resolution: Money helps, but it won’t fix what you refuse to face.
- I’m stronger than I thought: This year stretched my resilience beyond anything I expected.
- Health changed everything: Showing up daily at 5 a.m. CrossFit has elevated every part of my life.
If this episode hit home, send it to someone who needs the reminder that slowing down, looking inward, and choosing intentionally is its own kind of strength.
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In this episode Brad puts me in the hot seat to break down how I actually use podcasting as a relationship engine, a content machine, and a long-game business strategy. We talk consistency, guests, gear, distribution, and why downloads don’t matter nearly as much as people think.
Key Highlights:
- Podcasting is a mindset, not a metric:I
t’s about relationships, reps, and distribution — not downloads.
- Stop worrying about saturation:
There isn’t your podcast yet. That’s the only one missing.
- Consistency wins:
I’ve released my Friday rant every week for 5+ years — no excuses.
- 1,200+ episodes later…
The show became my own mastermind, business school, and network builder.
- Best guests aren’t the "big names.":
My highest-performing episode was a first-time guest with a powerful story.
- Ask questions others don’t:
Look for what lights your guest up, not just what they’re known for.
- Start simple:
Cheap mic, basic webcam, Zoom/Riverside — and launch with 10 episodes ready.
- Repurpose everything:
One episode becomes clips, emails, blogs, YouTube — a full content ecosystem.
- Let the first 35 episodes teach you:
The show evolves. Don’t force a niche too early.
- Podcasting grows your business indirectly:
Warm relationships - cold DMs. Clients often come months later.
If you liked this episode, share it with someone sitting on the fence about starting a podcast. Consistency compounds — hit record and show up.
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In this episode, I break down a simple, tactical journaling workflow that has completely transformed my self-awareness, clarity, and personal growth. I share exactly how I use Day One, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM to turn my weekly thoughts into a custom podcast I listen to every morning—helping me spot blind spots, track patterns, and accelerate my evolution in real time.
Key Highlights:
– The journaling habit that finally stuck: I share how I went from inconsistent journaling to writing every single day—and why the tool matters less than the process you design around it.
– My full weekly workflow (step-by-step): I walk through the exact system I use:
- Journaling daily in Day One
- Exporting weekly entries
- Feeding them into ChatGPT to identify themes, blind spots, mindset shifts, and quotes
- Compiling a month of insights into NotebookLM
- Generating a personal podcast made from my own thoughts and growth
- Listening to that podcast every morning to reinforce new beliefs
– Why this system works so powerfully: I explain how getting thoughts out of my mind creates space, helps me see patterns I’d normally miss, and gives me a new vantage point on my behavior, emotions, and growth.
– Reinforcing your evolution: Hearing my own words reflected back to me in audio form strengthens clarity, reinforces direction, and lets me witness how far I’ve actually come.
– A challenge for you: This is the method that works for me, but I encourage you to find the system that helps you digest your thoughts, track your growth, and create new mental space.
If this episode brought you value or gave you a new way to think about journaling, send it to a friend who might need it. See you next time.
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In this Business Breakdown Live episode, Brad and I sit down with the incredible Jackie Hirsch, a veteran business broker who’s seen hundreds of deals go right—and plenty go wrong.
We dive deep into one of the most under-discussed but critical topics in business: integrity. Whether you’re buying, selling, or partnering, Jackie shares how to recognize red flags early, trust your intuition when something feels off, and protect yourself with data and due diligence.
We swap wild stories—from fake bank statements and shady buyers to deals saved by gut instinct—and break down the fine line between taking a risk and ignoring your better judgment.
Jackie also shares her best insider tips for first-time buyers and sellers: how long deals really take, what to look for in an attorney, and why preparation is everything.
Key Takeaways:
- Integrity over income. No amount of money is worth compromising your values.
- Trust your intuition. If something feels off—even without data—it probably is.
- Back it up with data. Gut feelings matter, but always verify through research and documents.
- Beware of fake funding. Confirm proof of funds directly with a lender before wasting time.
- Preparation wins deals. Show up with your bio, financials, and a clear understanding of your experience.
- Find the right legal help. Work with attorneys who specialize in business transactions, not generalists.
- Play the long game. You’re not just closing deals—you’re building a reputation and lifelong relationships.
Final thought:Business moves fast, but integrity lasts forever. Trust your instincts, do your homework, and remember—a deal that doesn’t feel right is one you don’t need to chase.
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In this Friday Rant, I open up about something that took me way too long to learn: asking for help. For years, I tried to carry everything on my own—business struggles, relationship pain, family issues—and I thought I was the only one dealing with it.
But what I’ve realized, especially through my men’s groups and honest conversations, is that everyone’s fighting a battle we can’t always see.We isolate ourselves thinking we’re being strong or not wanting to “burden” others, but isolation is where our minds start to turn against us.
The truth is, help only comes when we ask for it. The moment you reach out, you create space for connection, healing, and even service—because sometimes helping someone else is exactly what unsticks your own pain.
Key Takeaways:
- You’re not alone. Everyone’s dealing with something—even the people who seem happiest.
- Isolation breeds struggle. When you keep everything in, your mind becomes your own worst enemy.
- Ask for help. Whether it’s a text, a call, or joining a group, reaching out changes everything.
- Be honest in connection. Ask people how they really are—and be willing to share your truth too.
- Service heals. Helping someone else might just be the thing that frees you from your own struggle.
- Faith in community. When you show up for others, others will show up for you.
Final thought:If you’re stuck, stop replaying the pain in your head and reach out. Asking for help isn’t weakness—it’s the bridge back to strength.
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In this episode, I sit down with Whitney Woodcock, the powerhouse founder of Queen of Millions, a global crypto community helping women build confidence, conviction, and wealth in the new financial era.
Whitney shares how she left a stable engineering career in D.C., bought a one-way ticket to Bali, and discovered her freedom—and her purpose—through crypto. We dive deep into what it takes to invest with conviction, build true financial literacy, and lead from curiosity rather than fear.
Whitney’s story is about trusting your gut, learning through discomfort, and building a life fully aligned with who you are. From turning $25K into half a million to creating an international movement for women in crypto, she proves that the real ROI comes from being two feet in on your path.
Key Takeaways:
- Curiosity creates conviction. Every powerful decision starts with asking better questions.
- Freedom requires financial literacy. Investing isn’t just about money—it’s about alignment and self-trust.
- Noise is the enemy. Focus on the 5% of information that truly matters and block out distractions.
- Conviction over convenience. Do the research, build belief, and commit to your plan.
- Discipline drives wealth. Consistency and self-control are the real edge in volatile markets.
- Community multiplies growth. Surround yourself with people playing full out—it accelerates your learning curve.
- Be of service. True wealth comes from contribution, not just accumulation.
Final thought:
Whether it’s crypto, business, or personal growth, the biggest rewards come when you stop dipping your toes and step in fully. Curiosity will open the door—but conviction keeps you in the game.
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In this Friday Rant, I talk about what it really means to motivate your team—even when you don’t feel like a “natural leader.” Leadership isn’t about always having the right answers; it’s about creating clarity, energy, and direction for others to follow.
When you show up organized, intentional, and confident in your path (even if it’s not perfect), your team will mirror that presence. People gravitate toward momentum, not mastery.
Key Takeaways:
- Leadership is energy. People follow direction and conviction more than perfection.
- Be over-prepared. Set a clear standard early—especially when onboarding new team members.
- Communication builds trust. Over-communicate expectations and progress; don’t assume they “get it.”
- Presence over perfection. You don’t need all the answers—you just need to show up with clarity and consistency.
- Lead by example. Your organization, discipline, and focus set the tone for everyone else.
- Direction beats hesitation. Even a slightly wrong step forward builds more momentum than standing still.
Leadership isn’t about pretending to know everything—it’s about showing up with presence, structure, and intent so others feel safe following your lead.
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This week I sit down to chat with Michelle Mikel, and she breaks down a no-fluff approach to social that actually drives revenue. Instead of chasing algorithms or blasting cold pitches, she teaches a leverage-first outbound framework: one high-intent message a day that bridges warm relationships to new opportunities.
We dig into her 90-day projection system (podcasts, webinars, stages), why most teams drown in “white noise,” and how to track the few activities that truly move the P&L. Michelle also shares the personal season that reshaped her planning, momentum, and discipline.
What you’ll learn:
- Leverage - cold pitch: Use mutual relationships to remove resistance and get replies.
- The 1-DM rule: Send one intentional outbound message per day; quality crushes volume.
- Kill indifference: Silence isn’t a “no”—it’s a signal your message lacked emotion or relevance.
- 3 growth drivers: Fill the buckets that create compounding inbound—speaking, podcasts, webinars.
- 90-day projections: See opportunities before they show up on the P&L (and start months in the green).
- Discipline as a verb: Momentum creates motivation—track it, don’t trust vibes.
- Back to basics: Conversations, not campaigns. Data, not guesses.
If this episode helped, share it with a friend who’s stuck “posting more” and getting less. And if you’re feeling generous, rate & review the show—it helps a ton.
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In this Friday Rant, I talk about something we rarely give ourselves permission to do — pause. Growth is a game of levels, and too often we push straight from one to the next without resting, reflecting, or asking if the next climb is even worth it.
I share how understanding the cost of progress — in energy, health, and mindset — can help you grow more intentionally and sustainably.
Because sometimes the smartest move isn’t to push harder… it’s to sit on the step you’ve earned and gather the strength for what’s next.
Key Takeaways:
- Life is a game of levels. Every new goal requires a new version of you.
- Respect the pause. Rest is not quitting — it’s preparation for what’s next.
- Count the cost. Bigger goals mean bigger sacrifice; decide if it’s worth it.
- Celebrate progress. Acknowledge how far you’ve come before chasing more.
- Don’t rush the climb. Sit at the edge of each step, reflect, and realign.
- Momentum isn’t everything. Sometimes the best strategy is to hold your line until the timing, energy, and alignment feel right.
If this hit home, share it with someone who’s always pushing but never pausing. Rate and review the show to help more people find the balance between hustle and rest.
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In this episode, I sit down with Itamar Marani, a former Israeli special operator turned elite performance coach, to talk about what it really takes to win the battles inside your own head. Itamar shares a wild story from his undercover days that completely reshaped how he viewed fear, identity, and control — and how those lessons now help high-level entrepreneurs break mental patterns that hold them back.
We unpack how pressure shows up in business, the three default responses people fall into when stressed, and why slowing down might be the most powerful move you can make.
This is a deep dive into the psychology of performance, leadership, and mindset — from survival mode to peak potential.
Key Takeaways:
- Fear is context. Whether it’s life-or-death or payroll-on-Friday, your nervous system can’t tell the difference.
- Awareness first. You can’t out-work a pattern you don’t even know exists.
- The three stress defaults: go harder, play nice, or prove them wrong — and how each can quietly destroy progress.
- Performance ≠ pressure. You can achieve big goals without the emotional chaos that usually comes with them.
- Future-first focus. Clarify what you want, identify the bottleneck, and only then explore what’s holding you back.
- Toxic achievement is real. Hustle built on resentment or a chip on your shoulder burns fast and leaves you empty.
- Coaching that works creates results. Healing is part of growth, but measurable impact keeps it grounded and real.
If this episode hit home, send it to a friend who needs a mindset reset. Rate and review the show to help more high-achievers build calm, confident momentum.
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In this Friday Rant, I dive into the truth about moving forward—even when you’re unmotivated, unclear, or deep in the messy middle. I’ve learned that progress doesn’t come from having everything lined up perfectly; it comes from showing up and doing the next best thing in front of you.
Whether you’re building a business, raising a family, or just trying to stay on track, momentum starts with small actions, not massive plans. I share a trick I learned from my dad about how to stay present, manage your day without overwhelm, and find peace (and progress) in imperfection.
Key Takeaways:
- Perfection is a stall tactic. Big operators rarely “know it all”; they just keep moving.
- Work the messy middle. Progress happens while things are unclear and imperfect.
- Do the next best thing. One concrete action today > a flawless 6-month plan.
- Manage today, not the week. Don’t pre-stress; handle what’s in front of you.
- Momentum opens doors. Action → momentum → opportunities → clarity.
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This week I sit down with Patrick Birdsong for a raw, energizing convo on rebuilding health, leading with boundaries, and winning in a tough market.
We get into his 50-lb weight loss (and how tirzepatide helped reset food patterns), why 5:15 a.m. workouts + community changed everything, the art of not self-sabotaging when life is finally good, and the exact reasons his team is having its best year ever in the hardest real-estate environment he’s seen.
Key Highlights:
- Health reset, honestly: Patrick shares how tirzepatide quieted the “addict brain” around food, why consistency - hero workouts, and how intensity + community (hello, 5:15 a.m. crew) moved the needle.
- Ego off, form on: Lifting smart, scaling movements, and refusing to get injured for pride.
- Men, vulnerability, and momentum: Why hearing “yeah, that was hard” from the room matters—and how small encouragements compound.
- When life is good (and scary): Swapping chaos addiction for contentment, liking yourself without apology, and creating real boundaries (even if that means “let’s do this tomorrow”).
- Parenting with presence: Dating your kids one-on-one, letting them see the real you, and modeling a life you actually enjoy.
- Business that wins right now:
“Opportunity wears overalls” — this market rewards the ones who show up daily.
Boomers run today’s market: downsizing, moving freely, creative deals, and helping kids into homes.
In-person still wins: Older clients want to meet, sign, and refer—loyalty compounds.
- Best year ever in the toughest climate: hard conversations, consistent prospecting, and intentional health fueling performance.
- Take up space: You’re allowed to want what you want—no apology necessary.
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In this Friday Rant, I dive into a word that keeps showing up everywhere lately — community. We’re more “connected” than ever through social media and Zoom, yet so many of us feel completely alone.
I’ve been there too. For years, I told myself I didn’t need anyone — that I could figure it out on my own. But the truth is, we all need people who see us, support us, and challenge us to grow.This episode is my reminder (and maybe yours too) that real connection happens in person.
It’s in the men’s groups, the early-morning workouts, the coffee meetups — the moments where phones are down and presence is up.If you’ve been feeling disconnected, restless, or just “off,” maybe what you’re missing isn’t motivation — it’s community.
Key Highlights:
- The illusion of connection: Why social media and back-to-back Zoom calls leave us feeling empty.
- The craving for real support: What happens when you surround yourself with people invested in your growth.
- From isolation to connection: How I’ve shifted from screens to in-person meetups — and how it’s changed everything.
- The lost art of presence: Why genuine conversation without your phone might be the most powerful habit you can build.
- The truth about independence: How “I’ll figure it out myself” keeps us stuck in loneliness and disconnection.
- Your challenge: Join something — a run club, gym, men’s group, women’s circle, bowling league — and show up.
We’re not meant to do life alone. You don’t need a massive network — you need real people who see you, support you, and walk beside you. So get out there, show up, and let community bring parts of you back to life that you forgot existed.
👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit https://www.austinlinney.com/ 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms More Resources: Discover Proactive Operators at https://www.proactiveoperators.com/. We’re not just coaches—we’re operators and investors with real skin in the game. Our battle-tested strategies come straight from our own businesses. No theory, just execution.No theory, just real execution. Book a call and let’s make things happen! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by https://www.podcastproducer.com/