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In life we all have one common goal and that’s to be happy. But what is happiness ? How do you become happy ? Once you become happy how do you stay happy ? Happiness is defined differently based on each person’s preference. The guys get together this week to discuss the pursuit of happiness and what happiness means to each of them. Ken joins the podcast to speak about how on his pursuit of happiness he’s run into fear. After listening to this episode take some time to assess your life and figure out what it is that really makes you happy. What are some things that you are afraid of that are keeping you from being happy ? Dream happiness, pursue happiness, and leave the fear behind. Time Stamped Topics: [03:16] - LA Recap [09:40] - Fair or Foul [14:16] - Defining happiness [31:00] - Getting past fear [56:00] - Components of life [1:17:14] - When are you at your happiness ? [1:32:00] - Ask ET [1:47:40] - Nugget of the day Things To Think About: “The fear comes in not believing in your ability to

Often times you hear people say you should forgive those who wrong you or hurt you. It may be a parent, a sibling, or even a friend. This week the guys talk about the importance of forgiving people and repairing relationships. Holding on to anger in your heart hurts you and not the other individual. The danger that comes with not forgiving someone can last a lifetime and can affect your spouse, your kids, and future relationships. You have to find a way to heal and forgive. Listen to the guys talk about how healing and forgiving has impacted their lives and the lives of their loved ones. This week’s episode is dedicated to CJ’s father in law James Haller Jr.. May he rest in peace. Time Stamped Topics: [03:18] - Fair or Foul [13:00] - Tragedy Strikes [26:20] - Repairing Relationships [39:40] - Removing the Cancer [55:00] - Stay Ready [1:09:00] - Nugget of The Day Things To Think About: “The people who are the closest to you are the people who get hurt by you.” Listener Perks: Organifi is givin

Everyone wants to win the game winner, hit the home run, or make a BIG impact in some way. All of those things are great but we forget about the small consistent things that it takes to make these things happen. On this week’s podcast the guys dive deep into the importance of consistency and how it will change your life. By the end of this episode you will understand that the real hack to becoming successful in life is to be consistent. Time Stamped Topics: [12:00] - Chicago Recap [19:30] - Magnificent Shopping Trip [33:00] - Consistency Hack [1:00:00] - Choose Wisely [1:10:15] - Grown Man Gift Zone [1:19:38] - Nugget Of The Day Things To Think About: “Consistency is one of the most under rated value.” “By being consistent you become people’s staple.” “The cheat code is the consistency.” “Hard work and consistency beats talent when talent doesn’t show up.” Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice p

Sometimes in life you get treated unfairly and people will spit venom on your name. The natural reaction would be to retaliate. In today’s episode you will learn why retaliation is in fact not the best option. Last week ET returned back to his alma mater Oakwood University to speak. ET has written and spoken about Oakwood in many books and speeches but he’s never mentioned that he was banned from speaking on campus. That is until last week when he returned. In this episode you will learn why handling things with dignity is the absolute best thing to do no matter how bad a situation is. Time Stamped Topics: [10:06] - What Would You Do ? [18:20] - Fair or Foul ? [24:15] - Challenge With the 100 Day Challenge [31:38] - ET Goes Back To Oakwood [1:00:00] - Old Regime Meets New Regime [1:19:35] - Ask ET [1:30:00] - Nugget Of The Day Things To Think About: “Anything you get locked in on will require sacrifice.” “You can’t justify retaliation.” “If you think you can’t do it it’s probably because you’re

On today’s podcast the guys are speaking directly to current and aspiring entrepreneurs. Josh Hatch joins the podcast and gives an incredible amount of insight regarding attracting high level talent, starting multi-million dollar companies, and what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. This business Q & A episode is going to have current and aspiring entrepreneurs re-evaluating everything from its mission statements to its systems. One of the key points in this episode is to make sure you’re finding and filling the gaps in your industry. Figure out what other people aren’t willing to do that will set you apart. Grab your pen and pad and take a seat in this business class. Time Stamped Topics: [01:43] - Am I Tripping Or ? [12:00] - Business Q&A w/Josh [27:30] - Recruiting Great Talent [55:00] - Going The Extra Mile [1:06:15] - Robin Hood [1:36:00] - Nugget of The Day Things To Think About: “More revenue and more people does not mean more profits.” “A part of winning is not just being talented,

There are those of you out there who go through life doing what others want you to do instead of what you want to do. You go to college and get degrees you don’t want. You get jobs in fields you have no interest in. It’s time to stop being what everyone else wants you to be. It’s not about what your mom wants, what your coach wants, or your significant other. This is your life and you are responsible for shaping it the way you want it to be. Starting today shape and don't be shaped.  Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes .  See ET Live: Chicago, IL October 29 Take Control Entrepreneurship Series November 12 Los Angeles, Ca Stay Ready LA Take your life to another level by joining us on the Phenomenal Life Cruise next March. See live tapings of the podcast and meet the entire squad. If you need to take your career or your marriage to the next level com

The guys are back from a fun filled week active week and the topic is LOVE. Specifically Love Conquers, which is the latest viral video from ET. After the tragic event in Las Vegas ET gave a powerful speech during his weekly Success Series event. On the podcast ET talks about what it feels like to deliver a powerful speech such as that one and he speaks about how and why you should practice love. The guys also transition into talking about the importance of going through a tough season and how it shapes you. Grab a friend or family member who may be going through a tough time to listen to this episode. If you haven’t seen the Love Conquers video yet do so now. Love Conquers Time Stamped Topics: [09:39] - Gazelle of The Week [20:00] - Haters Still Hating [30:45] - Lion of The Week [35:00] - Love Conquers [55:00] - Practicing Love [1:09:25] - Ask ET [1:35:11] - The Nugget of The Day Things To Think About: “Greatness is remembering in the dark what the creator told you in the light.” “You can’t be

There are those of you who out there who only give your best when it seems likes the “right opportunity”. You continue to only give 70% or 80% and you never go 120 all the time. I need you to stop that today and make a choice to be excellent everyday in all that you do. What you fail to realize is there is no other way to greatness except giving 120% effort at all times. From this day forward I need you to give your best or nothing !! “Whatever your hand find to do, do with ALL your might.” See ET Live: October 29 Chicago, IL Take Control Entrepreneurship Series November 12 Los Angeles, CA  Stay Ready Conference March 2018  Phenomenal Life Cruise Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts

This week on the podcast the guys have a brand new special guest. Dr. Adam Downs who is a specialist and thought leader on the subject of addiction and recovery. Dr. Downs took his first drink at the age of 10 and began smoking at 14. He talks about abusing prescription drugs as well as having a habit of drinking and smoking before and after school as a teen. As an adult he had a few stints with the law and even became clean for two years. Unfortunately he lost his grandfather his mom got sick and he relapsed. During this relapse Dr. Downs was sentenced to 10 years in prison and it changed his life. Dr. Downs is passionate about the subject of addiction and recovery and has dedicated his life to helping young adults overcome the issue. If you are or someone in your life is struggling with addiction reach out to Adam at [email protected] and visit www.bradfordhealth.net. Time Stamped Topics: [01:44] - Am I Tripping Or ? [09:52] - Gazelle of The Week [25:00] - Addiction [34:14] - Things Went Dow

You’ve heard the saying “the best things in life are free”. In actuality the best things in life are things that are earned. People just don’t value things the same when they’re given to them. Things that they earn are treated with much more respect and care. Whatever you have in your life that you’re not earning take control today and start earning it. “You can’t make demands on something that you didn’t earn.” Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes . See ET Live: Chicago, IL October 29 Take Control Entrepreneurship Series Los Angeles, CA November 12 Stay Ready LA Take your life to another level by joining us on the Phenomenal Life Cruise next March. See live tapings of the podcast and meet the entire squad. If you need to take your career or your marriage to the next level come out and join us in one or both of these cities.

We’re 13 days into the 100 Day Challenge and the guys are talking about how the challenge is going. While the challenge has been very impactful in all areas the guys specifically talk about how they’re being impacted in the family category. They also talk about the importance of building new habits and how doing things that are of high value will help you create the proper habits. Creating the right habits that will help you create a quality life and that is part of what the 100 Day Challenge is about. It’s not too late to join us just visit 100 Day Challenge With ET. Time Stamped Topics: [02:28] - Am I Tripping Or ? [06:00] - Family Matters [19:00] - Maintaining Relationships [35:00] - Building a new habit [55:35] - What did ET do ? [1:10:30] - Fair or Foul [1:20:15] - Ask ET [1:40:43] - Nugget of The Day Things To Think About: “Get around people who share your values.” “Think about stuff that you don’t think about.” “The quality of the people you surround yourself with dictates the quality o

When setting goals we often set large goals or make plans that can be somewhat unrealistic. They may not be unrealistic as far as your ability but unrealistic when it comes to other factors that play a part in you making it happen. In order to avoid being disappointed by not doing what you said you were going to do, you have to learn what things will keep you from making it happen. Are there certain emotions that keep you distracted from the goal or the plan ? Are there certain environments that will keep you from achieving the goal or keeping the plan ? These are just two of many questions you need to ask yourself in order for you to set realistic plans. Be honest with yourself so that you can begin to set plans and goals that you can always execute and follow-through on.  “Don’t plan to do things that are not realistic.”  Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iT

In life everyone will go through a time where you will experience an extreme amount of negativity and even hate. It can be in your family, at your job, or even with some of your closest friends. These type of events often knock us off of our square and instead of focusing on our goals we focus on the haters. During this episode the guys discuss how they dealt with negativity in multiple areas. Listen to today's episode as ET gives several scenarios and tips on how to deal with hate.  Very special shoutout to @DaNobleman for creating the Gazelle of The Week Jingle.  Time Stamped Topics: [04:00] - Am I Tripping Or ? [21:30] - Negative Season [32:00] - Starve The Flu [44:40] - When is it time to go? [52:45] - Revenge [1:12:00] - Ask ET [1:27:00] - The Nugget of The Day 100 Day Challenge With ET Things To Think About: “You can’t talk about negativity without being impacted by it.” “Prior to dealing with hate you have to put yourself in a position where you have your own values.” “Don’t focus on t

Everybody has a dream and everybody has a goal. The problem is that no one has the proper plan to make the dream or goal happen. In order to achieve that thing you’re going after you have to put a strategic step by step plan together. You have to make the choice to wake up every day and work on that plan. The dream is great but the plan is what makes it happen and you have what it takes to get it done.  “I will take control of my dream by planning.” Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes .  See ET Live: Chicago, IL October 29 Take Control Entrepreneurship Series Los Angeles, CA November 12 Stay Ready LA Take your life to another level by joining us on the Phenomenal Life Cruise next March. See live tapings of the podcast and meet the entire squad. If you need to take your career or your marriage to the next level come out and join us in one or both o

The guy’s have another special guest on this week and it’s health guru Shawn Stevenson. Shawn is the host of "The Model Health Show" and today he answered some common health questions from listeners. Some of the important things he goes over are what the word organic actually means, why green leafy vegetables are important, and when you should check the scale. One of the most important things Shawn talks about is the impact of stress on our minds and bodies. Shawn gives an incredible amount of information on how to stay healthy inside and out. Be sure to check out the studies about sleep, flu shots, and stress. Time Stamped Topics: [03:27] - Gazelle of the week [10:00] - Fair or Foul [19:00] - “Real” Organic [34:00] - When to Check The Scale [1:00:00] - What is Stress ? [1:09:00] - Flu Shot Talk [1:18:00] - 100 Day Challenge [1:27:00] - Nugget Of The Day 100 Days With ET Accountability Challenge Things To Think About: “Can you obtain and still maintain.” “How you do anything is how you do ever

This week on the podcast the squad has a special guest. Financial Guru Rob Wilson joins the squad and the discussion is about money. The guys talk a lot about business and a key component in business is money. Rob goes over many different subjects regarding money including how much and how soon to save for your kid's college education, whether or not you should invest in the stock market, and how to deal with debt. Definitely, grab a pen and a pad while listening to this episode. It’s time to get your money right! Time Stamped Topics: [04:27] - Gazelle of the week [22:00] - Special Guest (Rob Wilson) [30:00] - Should you invest in stocks? [45:00] - Separate Your Accounts [55:00] - More Money More Problems [1:08:00] - How ET got money [1:13:00] - 100 Days With ET [1:28:00] - Nugget of The Day 100 Days With ET Accountability Challenge Things To Think About: “If you’re not trying to get intentionally wealthy then you’ll end up accidentally poor.” “Spend 30 minutes a week looking at your money.”

It’s time to expand your territory. Expand means to become or make larger, or more extensive. Often times in life things seem to be good or even great and we don’t look for the opportunities to expand. You need to expand your territory and in order to do so you have to make that choice !! Make yourself aware of the fact that there are better things and opportunities available to you. Realize that expanding is something you can do be aware of what you need to do to make that happen.  “Choose today to expand you and take you to the next level.”  Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes .  See ET Live: November 12 Los Angeles, CA Stay Ready LA Take your life to another level by joining us on the Phenomenal Life Cruise next March. See live tapings of the podcast and meet the entire squad. If you need to take your career or your marriage to the next level come

As entrepreneurs it could be very tempting to take shortcuts and cut corners to get ahead. In business we learn that ethics and integrity are very important but we see a lot of individuals get ahead by cheating. CJ asks ET to explain how to avoid the temptation of cutting corners to get ahead. As complex as the question is ET gives us 2 great things to remember when doing business or when doing things for other people in general. Do things as if you’re doing it for yourself. Never build your house on sand because when the storm comes it will not last. Time Stamped Topics: [02:39] - Am I Tripping Or ? [11:00] - Integrity in Business [31:00] - ET Can’t Answer [43:46] - Explicit Knowledge [56:00] - Go Get The Blessing [1:10:11] - PTI ETA Style [1:18:20] - Ask ET [1:25:30] - Houston Nugget of The Day  Things To Think About: “There are certain things you have to earn for yourself.” “When you give 120% the right way you will always have a job.” "When you cut corners you're killing something else tha

Opportunities will not come your way every single day. For some of you when the opportunities present themselves you get scared or you get nervous. You allow the lack of courage to sabotage the opportunity you have. When that opportunity comes you have to own it !! In order to do this you have to think differently about yourself. Listen to the affirmation at the end of this Power Up and repeat it daily in front of a mirror. It’s time for you to make the rest of your life the best of your life.  “It’s time to become the person you’ve been destined to be and  called to be.”  Thank you so much for listening to this episode of Tuesday's Power Up episode. If you haven’t done so already, please take a minute and leave a quick rating and review of the show in iTunes .  See ET Live: September 2 Washington D.C. Stay Ready Conference November 12 Los Angeles, CA Stay Ready LA Take your life to another level by joining us on the Phenomenal Life Cruise next March. See live tapings of the podcast and meet the ent

The journey of entrepreneurship is not easy and as a small company things are even harder. In this episode the guys discuss the growing pains of ETA with a staff meeting amongst themselves. CJ and Karl give some great tips that entrepreneurs and small business owners need to be conscious of as well as some things that will help you stand out. Keep in mind that as a small business mistakes are going to be made and things are going to fall through the cracks. Just make the adjustments and never stop growing. Time Stamped Topics: [05:50] - Squad Phobias [33:00] - No longer the underdog [54:00] - Understand Your Customer [1:00:00] - Figure Out Your Advantages [1:20:00] - Ask ET [1:29:00] - Nugget of The Day Things To Think About: “If you get in the water with business you have to learn how to swim.” “Just because you’re small you don’t have to act small.” “Most people start and they never finish what they start.” Listener Perks: PayPal is offering our listeners $5,000 business loan with NO credi