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Feb 2025
12m 17s

Simple Wisdom for a Complex Life

Scott Smith - Motivation and Coaching
About this episode

Scott Smith shares practical wisdom gained from 19 years of podcasting and coaching. Through personal stories and observations, he reveals how understanding life's fundamentals leads to greater success and satisfaction.


Featured Story:

Scott reveals his simple but powerful podcast preparation technique: leaning back and asking "What do they need?" This approach has guided over 5,000 episodes of authentic, valuable content.


Key Takeaways:

  • Life is long enough when lived intentionally
  • True wisdom comes from experience, not just information
  • Moderation works for most things (70/30 rule)
  • Some experiences deserve excess and full enjoyment
  • Reading good books directly correlates with income
  • Turning off distractions creates space for growth


Memorable Quotes:

"Your job is simple. Acquire wisdom."

"Life goes quickly, but not if you're bored."

"Everything you experience is filtered through what you hold as the truth."


Scott's Three-Step Approach:

1. Stand in another's shoes to understand their perspective

2. Practice moderation in most areas (70% rule)

3. Invest in continuous learning through reading and experience


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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