Aug 24
Type 2 Work, and The Hidden Cost of Convenience
We spend a lot of energy trying to make life faster, easier, and more convenient. But what might we lose when we remove too much of the hard? Jay breaks down the “fun scale,” from Type One Fun that feels good in the moment to Type Two Fun that feels difficult while you’re doing i ... Show More
19m 32s
Aug 17
Building a Burnout-Proof Business with Mallory Rowan
Mallory Rowan was building a successful powerlifting apparel company, competing at a high level, and finishing university when her body finally forced her to stop. A routine doctor’s visit revealed that she had been living with pneumonia, but the warning signs had appeared long b ... Show More
42m 38s
Aug 10
How Not to Know: The Science of Uncertainty with Simone Stolzoff
Simone Stolzoff, author of How to Not Know, joins Jay to explore why our search for certainty often leads us into three traps: comfort, hubris, and control. They discuss how replacing those instincts with growth, humility, and acceptance can help us move forward without having ev ... Show More
42m 40s
Mar 2021
When Achievement Undermines Our Larger Goals
In many ways, being driven to achieve our goals is a good thing. But what happens when being a high-achiever causes us to lose sight of our larger objectives like being kind or leading a team? In this episode, the author of “How to Be Happy at Work: The Power of Purpose, Hope, an ... Show More
41m 39s
Feb 2025
Why Your Accomplishments Aren't Making You Happy
Have you ever achieved a big goal, only to feel unfulfilled soon after? In this episode, Brendon Burchard dives into why accomplishments alone don’t lead to lasting happiness—and what actually does. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Success Without Fulfillment Feels Empty: Under ... Show More
18m 57s
Nov 2022
#511: Are You Living In The Gap? Or The Gain?
Instead of measuring what you’ve missed, measure how far you’ve come If you’ve been with me for a while, you’ve probably heard me talk about the book The Gap & The Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. I won’t lie, this book has had a profound impact on my business, becaus ... Show More
18m 38s
Jun 2023
The Secret To Happiness In Life & Business (And Why We Do The Opposite)
<p>Ever climbed a mountain, only to find that true happiness wasn't waiting at the summit? I discovered this lesson while climbing Quandary Peak in Colorado. In today's episode, we explore the importance of recognizing and celebrating the journey, not just the destinat ... Show More
9m 11s
Aug 2024
#95 - Progress Over Outcome
Welcome to another episode of the Natural Born Leader Podcast! In today’s episode, I dive into the intense preparation for our upcoming four-week challenge, the biggest one we’ve ever hosted. Amidst the chaos and stress, I discovered that true happiness comes not from making mone ... Show More
4m 38s
Oct 2025
344: Why What You Have Is Already Enough Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Accountant, Bookkeeper, VA, Owner, Or Self-Employed
<p>Have you ever noticed that the moment you reach a certain level of success, you immediately start striving for more? That feeling like no matter what you achieve, it’s just never enough? Or maybe you’ve found yourself, despite working hard to build something amazing, sabotagin ... Show More
5m 18s
Jul 2021
Ep #378: Success vs. Happiness
You might think that once you’re thinner, married, or hit that milestone in your business you will be happy. Or, you might avoid pursuing success because the grind of attaining it doesn’t bring you happiness. In this episode, I explore what success means and what happiness means ... Show More
20m 56s
Feb 2023
#543: An Identity Shift To Unlock Your Greatest Potential With Anthony Trucks
Learn the simple framework for achieving both success and fulfillment As entrepreneurs, we often measure success by how much money we make, how many followers we have on Instagram, or material possessions – because let’s face it, we live in a culture that places a lot of value on ... Show More
53m 50s
Have you ever set goals that you thought would deliver you pure happiness once you achieved them – just to work hard, achieve them, and move on to the next without giving yourself a chance to feel fulfilled or celebrated? We all have and it’s something we should work out of our productivity-laden routines.
How might we create more sustainable happiness on ou ... Show More
