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Jan 2025
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Are You Working ON Your Life or IN It?

Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
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The Daily Boost - Episode 5011

Are You Working ON Your Life or IN It?

Host: Scott Smith



Episode Description


In this thought-provoking episode, Scott Smith tackles the universal challenge of procrastination with his signature blend of humor and wisdom. He weaves personal anecdotes, timely observations about Inauguration Day 2025 and Martin Luther King Day, and robust business insights from "The E-Myth" to deliver a compelling message about taking control of your life. Through engaging storytelling, Scott challenges listeners to examine whether they're truly working on their life or just being swept along by it, offering practical wisdom for those ready to stop being "crastinators" and start taking action.


Featured Story


Scott shares the insightful parallel between Michael Gerber's "E-Myth" concept and personal life management. Just as a plumber can get caught up in running a plumbing business instead of doing actual plumbing, people often find themselves caught up in "running" their lives instead of truly living them according to their vision.


Key Takeaways


- The simplest success recipe: Stand up, take a step, repeat

- Being aware of what's truly holding you back requires honest self-reflection

- External interruptions and others' return to routine can derail your New Year plans

- Success is an ongoing journey that continues even after achieving initial goals

- The importance of distinguishing between working "in" your life versus working "on" your life


Memorable Quotes


"The only time you get to stop standing up, taking a step, and repeating is the day you die."

"Have you sat down to work on your life, or are you just buzzing around in your life?"

"Stand up, take a step, repeat. That's it. That's the world's easiest success recipe."


Scott's Three-Step Approach


1. Honestly assess what's truly holding you back in your life

2. Take control of your schedule instead of letting it control you

3. Regularly step back to ensure you're working on your life, not just in it


Connect With Scott


Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Email: support@motivationtomove.com

Website: https://www.faceyourpassion.com/

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