On The Focus Cast, our mission is to help you reduce distractions and increase focus so you can live a life with intention. We are both entrepreneurs and share our habits and tactics to increase focus so we can accomplish our goals.
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#105 Processing Without Fear, Uncertainty & Doubt
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Welcome to The Focus Cast Episode 105, where we dive deep into the realms of self-discovery and personal growth. Join Jonathan and I to explore the transformative power of intentional inner work and the profound effects it can have on reshaping our inner narratives. In this episode, Jonathan and I peel back the layers of our subconscious minds, unc…
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#104 The Meaning of Existence & Radical Non-Judgement
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With being creative and curious while reflecting unconditional love and gratitude, we can learn to be radically present. Welcome to The Focus Cast, where we navigate the intricate tapestry of life's journey, breaking free from the constraints of societal expectations and embracing the profound beauty of the present moment. In today's episode, we em…
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#103 A Chaotic Weekend Pushed Me Into Some Powerful Insights
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As the gentle hum of everyday life gave way to a weekend of chaos, I found myself grappling with the kind of upheaval that brings unforeseen wisdom. Major Insight One: Learning to Observe without Judgement In the first part of our episode, we unravel the profound practice of observing without judgment. Through meditation and mental exercises, we di…
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#102 Reducing Goal Complexity & Increasing Output Dramatically
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Welcome to Episode 102 of The Focus Cast! 🎙️ Join us for an inspiring journey as we explore a groundbreaking approach to setting goals that encompasses the mind, body, and soul. In the realm of the mind, we delve into the power of presence and the art of observing without judgment. Learn how these mindfulness practices can reshape your approach to …
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#101 Mind-Body Fusion – Unleashing Focus through Physical Mastery
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In our 101st episode, join us as we embark on a transformative journey, shifting our focus from mind to body, exploring the profound link between physical fitness and mental acuity, all while conditioning for the ultimate challenge—a 365-mile mountain biking race, the TNGA Welcome to The Focus Cast, where we delve into the intricate connections bet…
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#100 Setting Course for 2024: Recrafting the FocusCast for More Connection and Impact
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Have you ever wished you could read someone else’s diary? Well, we're flipping the pages open on our own lives in this episode. We'll take you on a journey through our 2024 plans, share some raw personal insights and dive into why we're reducing the number of cuss words. All aboard the FocusCast, where we're implementing some mom-approved changes a…
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#99 Life After 2 years of Podcasting
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Ever wondered how a simple idea can blossom into a wildly successful podcast journey? Join us in this revealing episode as we take you behind the scenes of our incredible journey, spanning 24 months, from zero to 1,992 downloads and a staggering 150,000 views on YouTube. 0:00 Podcast Recap and Statistics 13:18 Reflections on the Podcast Journey 26:…
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#98 Our Personal Growth & Professional Goals
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Join us for an inspiring episode of The Focus Cast as we explore the profound impact of personal growth on our professional achievements. In this engaging discussion, we reflect on our experiences throughout the year 2023, with a special focus on our transition into the Appleverse and our adventures in music production. 00:00 Year-End Recap and Per…
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#97 Productivity Tools We Use to Stay Focused
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🚀 Supercharge Your Focus and Productivity with the Right Tools 🧰 Are you overwhelmed by the constant information deluge and desperately seeking a way to streamline your tasks? You're not alone! Join us as we navigate the productivity maze and unveil the game-changing tools and systems that can revolutionize your work and life. 📧 Managing Digital Ch…
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#96 Enhancers & Nootropics We Use to Stay Focused
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🧠 Unlocking the Power of Focus and Nootropics ☕ Are you curious about the secrets behind that morning cup of coffee or the potential of cognitive enhancers and nootropics? Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of boosting focus and cognition. We'll reveal the magic of natural compounds versus pharmaceutical cognitive enhancers like Adderall…
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#95 Overcoming Procrastination for Enhanced Focus and Productivity
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🔍 Unlock Your Potential: Overcoming Procrastination and Increasing Focus 🚀 Procrastination and lack of focus can hold you back from reaching your full potential. Whether it's work, school, or personal projects, these challenges can hinder your growth. Discover effective strategies and resources to conquer procrastination and sharpen your focus. 🔔 I…
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#94 How to Manage Restless Mind & ADHD
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Are you struggling to focus due to ADHD? In this video, we're here to help. We'll explore five crucial areas to improve your focus, even when dealing with a restless mind or ADHD. Let's dive right in. 🧠 Learning to Focus when you have ADHD 🧠 Our ability to focus is essential for success, but it can be incredibly frustrating for those with ADHD. Her…
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#93 Your Pen, Your Power: Harnessing Journaling for Emotional Health
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📖 Unlock the Power of Focus and Journaling 🖋️ Are you seeking a simple yet transformative tool to boost your mental wellbeing and conquer life's challenges? Join us as we unravel the magic of journaling and its profound impact on mental health and personal growth. 📚 Expressive Writing for Mental Health 📚 Discover the fascinating findings from a Psy…
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#92 Breaking Free from Victim Mentality through Radical Accountability
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0:01 Radical Accountability and Success 6:48 Overcoming Victim Mentality and Embracing Accountability 15:09 Radical Acceptance and Responsibility 24:27 Radical Accountability and Continuous Growth 🔑 Unlock Radical Accountability and Say Goodbye to the Victim Mentality 🚫 Feeling stuck in a cycle of victimhood? Overwhelmed by life's uncontrollable el…
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#91 Unraveling Mind Traps: Strategies to Counter Wrong Conclusions
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0:00 Jumping to Conclusions 12:50 The Dangers of Jumping to Conclusions 19:34 Avoiding Assumptions and Jumping to Conclusions 29:03 Career Politicians and Average Americans Disconnect Imagine you could peel back the layers of your mind, understanding why you make hasty decisions or jump to conclusions when faced with emotionally charged or ambiguou…
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#90 The Milkshake Phenomenon: A Journey into the Power of Belief
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0:00 Mind Power and Food Labels 9:48 The Power of Meditation and Biofeedback 17:51 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Taking Control 27:49 Rights and Safety in Farming Challenges Ever thought of how your mind has the power to shape your physical experiences? Well, brace yourself for a revelation as we unravel the astounding link between our thoughts a…
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#89 Prepared VS Paranoid & Focus
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Is the world ending? This isn’t a fear porn podcast, here a list of times the “world was ending” yet here we are. Humans are like roaches and can survive in a multitude of situations and events. LIST OF TIMES THE WORLD WAS ENDING: Tambora Eruption (1815): The eruption of Mount Tambora in Indonesia caused the "Year Without a Summer" in 1816, resulti…
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Fear is an ancient and conserved response that served humans well enough before the advent of civilisation, but it has become distorted in modern societies where primordial fears can readily transform into phobias. (NLM) This article says it perfectly. One of our great assets as a human has been used, abused, and exploited by institutions of power …
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#87 Endocrine Disruptors & Focus
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The European Chemicals agency estimates there are more than 144,000 man-made chemicals in existence. The US Department of Health estimates 2000 new chemicals are being released every year. According to the Endocrine Society, 1,000 or more of these chemicals could be endocrine disruptors. So let's dive in and see where we can avoid these chemicals w…
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#86 Emotions & Thinking Energy
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01:06 Music Intro 02:00 What is Thinking Energy 07:55 Emotion on Cognitive Function 22:25 How Emotions Evolve 27:55 Positive Outcomes of High EQ What is Thinking Energy? "Thinking energy" refers to the mental resources or cognitive capacity required to engage in various cognitive processes, such as attention, perception, memory, problem-solving, de…
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00:34 Music Intro 01:20 What is Ego & Dissolution 03:48 What Happens During Ego Dissolution 21:40 How Can Ego Dissolution Change Focus In our last episode, we talked about psilocybin and one of the common experiences mentioned is this concept called Ego Death or Ego Dissolution. I experienced ego death… it was a profound experience and it completel…
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Roland Griffith is a PhD and the founding director of the Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research at Johns Hopkins University. Yep, and we are talking about the psychedelic psilocybin today. What is it, current research and benefits and what Steve Jobs and Mike Tyson has to say about it. 00:00 00:34 Music Intro 01:10 What is Psilocybin 02…
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00:00 Intro to Compassion 02:37 Oxford Definition of Compassion 05:30 How Compassion Relates in the Workplace 06:44 Harvard Stats on Compassion 08:35 Stats Follows People for 30 Years 12:34 Personality Traits of People Moving Up 14:55 Small Acts of Kindness from Employers 23:09 Berkley Study on Compassion Definition: Sympathetic pity and concern fo…
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#82 Mental Agility & Focus
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In today's fast-paced and ever-changing world, the ability to be agile and resilient is crucial for success. Being rigid and fragile can hinder progress and lead to missed opportunities. In this blog post, we'll explore the concepts of agility and resilience and discuss practical steps to enhance these qualities in our lives. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro…
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#81 Energy Management & Focus
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In today's episode, we dive into the topic of energy management—a vital skill for enhancing productivity and achieving goals. Many people constantly feel tired, but by effectively managing our physical, emotional, and mental energy, we can unlock higher levels of productivity, creativity, and overall well-being. Let's explore the importance of ener…
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#80 A New Look at Grief & Focus
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Grief is a natural response to loss, commonly associated with the passing of a loved one. However, grief extends beyond traditional notions and can arise from various forms of loss, including relationships, careers, or significant projects. Understanding the five stages of grief and its impact on the brain can provide valuable insights. In this blo…
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#79 Fear of Confrontation & Focus
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In our episode on delegation, we discussed the fear of confrontation, which can make it challenging for some people to delegate tasks effectively. Confrontation can be daunting and wrecking for individuals who struggle with it. In this blog post, we delve into the fear of confrontation, its manifestations, the brain's response, and provide practica…
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#78 Raising Vibration & Focus
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Nikola Tesla once said, "Think in terms of energy frequency and vibration" when pondering the secrets of the universe. Although it may sound like "hippy shit," scientific evidence supports the profound impact of vibrations on our well-being. In this post, we explore raising vibrations, their connection to emotions, and provide practical steps to en…
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#77 Internal Family Systems Model & Focus
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On this episode of The Focus Cast, we are talking about Internal Family Systems. Bryan (Co-Host) learned about this model from t he book, The Body Keeps The Score, during one of his therapy sessions. The model has provided some great insight into disassociation and how he has learned to cope. TIME STAMPS 00:00 Intro to IFS Model 01:40 What is IFS M…
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#76 Feeling Stuck & Focus
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Feeling stuck is a common struggle on the journey to success. We often compare ourselves to overnight sensations, but the reality is that true success requires dedication, perseverance, and time. It's time to unveil the hidden truths behind feeling stuck and discover the path to breakthrough. TIMESTAMPS 02:05 Music Intro 04:00 Iceberg analogy 07:15…
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#75 Physical & Mental Grounding
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On today's episode, we discuss the science of being grounded. And how the concept being grounded is directly from CoHost Bryan's experience in therapy. TIMESTAMPS 00:46 Music Intro 01:20 Is it hippie nonsense 07:50 Mental grounding 20:00 Ungrounded characteristics 36:25 Grounded characteristics 39:40 How to ground SHOW NOTES Is "being grounded" jus…
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00:00 Intro 01:41 Intro music 03:10 What is the fawn response 08:00 Why revert to fawn response 10:00 Enmeshment 16:00 Characteristics of fawn response 37:15 Why are we talking about it INTRO TO FIGHT, FLIGHT, FREEZE & FAWN Intro freeze episode and how it came up What is the Fawn Response? Pete Walker, psychotherapist and author of Complex PTSD: Fr…
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When To Exercise We mention how important exercise is in 90% of our episodes, but you know wheat we’ve never considered. When to do it. Do certain times yield different or possible better results when exercising? The whole purpose of this podcast is to talk about staying focused so we can get shit done. Just like keeping a business efficient it hel…
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#72 Disassociation & Focus
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Through therapy, Bryan finally learns the name for how he's been feeling for decades. Disassociation. Dissociative disorders are mental disorders that involve experiencing a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions and identity. 00:39 Music Intro 03:20 How Disassociation Can Feel 12:15 Potential Causes …
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#71 Guest Episode With Michael Plasha
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Michael Plasha is a nationally Recognized Yoga and Ayurvedic Educator; Writer; Workshop Leader; Mindfulness and Meditation Coach and Consultant, Trainer, Keynote Speaker and Consultant for Corporations, Non-Profits, Hospitals, and Schools. 01:10 Music Intro 02:20 Michael Plasha Intro 03:09 What is Mindfulness 05:55 Why Mindfulness 13:25 4 Foundatio…
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#70 Fight, Flight, or Freeze
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Bro, I was talking to my therapist, and she mentioned the vagus nerve, which is responsible for the fight, flight and freeze response to stress. Really, in this episode, we will talk about the freeze response to stress, why you should be aware of this response, and why I was talking to my therapist about it. 01:00 Music Intro 01:55 NCBI Article 03:…
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#69 Psychological Safety & Focus
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Not feeling safe consumes an enormous amount of energy, personally & professionally. Psychological Safety “The belief that one can speak up without risk of punishment or humiliation" which is critical and profitable when creating a healthy work environment, today we talk about this on a personal and professional level with some steps you can take t…
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01:10 Music Intro 01:50 Amount of alcohol in a standard drink 03:24 Negative impacts of alcohol 10:00 Drinking socially 14:58 Alcohol and vibration 17:45 Sober curious 24:00 Things you're tying NOT to do Clear patterns have emerged between alcohol consumption and the development of the following types of cancer Cancer.gov: Head and neck cancer, eso…
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#67 Guest Episode with Alex Ballew
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Welcome to the FocusCast, today our guest is Alex Ballew founder of Secret River Sounds. Alex is a vibrational sound therapist who uses various instruments and techniques to create a vibrational massage. This massage penetrates on a cellular level helping ease the listener into a meditative state, which soothes the nervous system and encourages dee…
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#66 Processed Sugars & Focus
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If you want to accomplish your dreams or grow your company to $100M, being aware of your sugar intake may be a critical step. Sugar has a major impact on our brain function, and overall mental health. And it turns out, we are at war with the sugar industry. Today we will share with you some dirty little (not so secret) tricks the sugar industry pla…
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#65 Water Balance & Focus
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00:39 Podcast Intro 01:10 Stats on Hydration / Cognitive Performance 08:00 Warren Buffet Loves Coke 09:30 Market Cap of Beverage Industries 14:00 Negatives of Energy Drinks 17:00 Solutions If You Want to Drink More Water 18:30 Not All Water is Created Equal Welcome to the FocusCast, today we’re talking about your body's water balance, hydration and…
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Entrepreneurship and Self Care Bro, does it feel like we live in a self care era of existence. Do you ever wonder if culture in ancient civilizations told people they’re working too hard or if they would look at you like a moron? Is self care really just a cover up for people who work jobs they hate? On this episode we’re looking at self care from …
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#63 Guest Episode with Massage Therapist/Healer Alex Stadler
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Welcome to the FocusCast, today our guest is Alex Stadler, a 6 figure massage therapist. This is not just ANY cookie cutter massage therapy as Alex combines myofascial release, kinesiology, muscle testing, education and what he calls deep listening to provide unparalleled healing and therapy. Alex is full of amazing insights as we shed light on his…
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#62 Entrepreneurship, Loneliness & Focus
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Bro, social media and the internet love to romanticize being an entrepreneur, but guess what conveniently gets overlooked? Loneliness. Weather you’re just starting out or trying to make payroll for 500 people, loneliness is something MANY entrepreneurs feel at some point on their never ending journey. On this episode we’re talking about the parts o…
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#61 Growth Mindset & Focus
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Welcome to the FocusCast, today we’re talking about a little thing called the growth mindset. Ohhh nice bro, you know I love me some internet buzzwords. You definitely see this popping up more especially in the entrepreneur space. Growth vs fixed mindset definitely seems like a cheese break room motivation poster but lets dissect this and see if we…
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#60 Delegation, Trust & Focus
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You know what founders struggle with bro? Delegation. Letting go. Can one person do it all? Absolutely not. If you delegated more, you would make more money, be happier, and people would probably like you more. Whoa, that sounds obvious, so why don’t people delegate… let’s dig in. 00:00 Intro to Delegation, Trust & Focus 01:00 Intro to Podcast 01:2…
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#59 Staying Motivated & Focus
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Welcome to the FocusCast on this episode we’re talking about staying motivated. Bro, I see swaths of motivational videos all over the internet now. Everywhere I look there’s a new person doing crazy athletic shit, talking about hacking the mind, working 15 business at once. Is any of this shit real and how do we stay motivated in the real world and…
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#58 6 Figure Guest Episode w. Clay Goswick Photography
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Welcome to the FocusCast, today our guest is Clay Goswick, a 6 figure photographer on his way to 7 figures. We will hear how he changed is pricing strategy to pass 6 figures and what he plans to do to reach 7. Let's welcome our guest… 00:00 Intro Our Guest Clay Goswick 00:22 Intro to Podcast 00:32 Intro to The Focus Cast 01:29 Questions About Clay …
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#57 Imposter Syndrome & Focus
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Welcome to the FocusCast on this episode we’re discussing the imposter syndrome. Damn bro, that sounds pretty heavy. We’ll dive into the how’s and why’s and see if we can find a few solutions to help us overcome the imposter syndrome if it’s affecting our lives. 00:00 Intro to the imposter syndrome 00:25 Intro to the podcast 00:52 Why are we talkin…
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#56 Work Life Balance & Focus
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Welcome to the FocusCast on this episode we’re talking about a little thing called work life balance. Bro, If you’re a solopreneurs or side hustler your livelihood may be depending on your direct input. So how do we balance work and life when you gotta hustle to make that next check??? 00:00 Intro to Work Life Balance & Focus 00:40 Intro to Podcast…
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