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Feb 2025
10m 39s

MAPSS Secret: Navigate Life Like a Pro

Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
About this episode

Scott Smith shares a powerful story about following GPS navigation in Colorado that led him down a dangerous road, using this as a metaphor for life's navigation systems. He introduces his proven MAPSS framework - Motivation, Accountability, Planning, Systemization, and Sustainability - offering practical insights for creating reliable personal guidance systems.


Featured Story: 

A harrowing detour in Colorado teaches Scott the dangers of blindly following GPS navigation, despite a warning sign. This experience becomes a metaphor for the importance of developing trustworthy personal navigation systems in life.


Key Takeaways:

  • Motivation must precede understanding your "why"
  • External guidance systems aren't always reliable
  • Success requires both personal accountability and systematic planning
  • Sustainable results take longer than expected
  • Systems should become biological, not just technological


Memorable Quotes: 

"Sometimes you can't trust your GPS, but you can trust yourself." 

"If you don't have the motivation to get what you want and sustain it, you won't get it." 

"The ride is fun, but sustainability is key."


Scott's Three-Step Approach:

  1. Find your motivation before starting any project
  2. Create accountability measures to track progress
  3. Develop biological systems before technological ones


Connect With Scott:

Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Email: support@motivationtomove.com

Visit: https://www.faceyourpassion.com/

Learn More: https://www.9minuteclaritycode.com/

Visit: https://www.perfectweekplanner.com/ 

Learn More: https://www.dailyawarenessdiary.com/


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