Is the concept of work-life balance a scam? We're taking an honest, no-nonsense look at the true cost of entrepreneurship and the sacrifices you must make to achieve real success. We argue that constant "balance" is a myth, and ambitious growth requires embracing seasons of intense focus. We break down how to set clear boundaries, manage expectations with your partner, and ensure you're not just running in circles.

The reality is that I would have run it by her and told her like, "Hey," she would have been like, "Yeah, we got a $10 million deal." She would be like, "What are you doing on the phone?"

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(00:00) - Sacrifice is the tax you pay for ambition

(00:42) - Why the work-life balance myth is a scam

(03:34) - The danger of promoting constant "grinding"

(09:54) - The $10 Million Deal vs. Family Obligation Scenario

(12:11) - Why communication and understanding are the key to sacrifice

(25:01) - Two ways to define your "season": Time vs. Outcome

(27:59) - The link between discipline and freedom

Are you a business owner struggling to figure out why they're leaving or not coming back? The answer is likely in the feedback you’re not getting or the way you’re giving it. In this critical episode, we dissect the art of feedback: how to ask for it, how to give it, and most importantly, how to receive it without getting defensive.

We share a personal story about a high-stakes corporate moment when one of us received a piece of feedback from a superior. We weren't sure the superior was correct, but we understood that perspective is reality. Instead of reacting defensively, we chose to take a "poll" with other colleagues to see if this was a common viewpoint or just one person's opinion. This is a prime example of putting aside ego to seek Holistic Growth and improve how you show up for your team.

We discuss why you can't be too blunt when delivering feedback, you have to frame it from the angle of I'm trying to help you. Learn the difference between giving feedback as a means of venting versus an attempt to drive change. Remember, feedback is the breakfast of champion, and complacency is the enemy of progress.

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"I always tell my staff, anytime you're getting feedback, I want you guys to start from a foundation that no one hates you, no one is trying to tear you down, no one is trying to take your job. So they don't have to be defensive. Like, yeah, you know, like just start with that as a foundation."

(00:00) - Why Customers are Leaving Your Business and You Don't Know Why

(01:14) - Welcome to Beyond The Grind BTG and Episode Topic

(02:48) - The Problem with Giving Feedback That's Too Blunt

(04:10) - Is Your Feedback Constructive or Destructive?

(07:13) - Perspective is Reality: Why Intention Doesn't Matter

(09:17) - Feedback is the Breakfast of Champion for Growth

(11:09) - Should You Ask Permission Before Giving Feedback?

(12:38) - How Net Promoter Score and Agile Methodology Apply

(14:51) - Why Constructive Criticism Must Be One-on-One

(17:07) - How to Position Yourself to Receive Any Feedback

(22:34) - The Situation, Behavior, Impact (SBI) Framework for Giving Feedback

(25:46) - The Compliment Sandwich Method

(29:21) - Complacency is the Enemy of Progress and the Final Takeaway

Why are few people willing to take a risk to transition their career today? We talk about the mindset shift required to go beyond the grind of a comfortable W2 job and embrace entrepreneurship. Too many people prioritize the "soft life" and the perceived security of their current role, leading to career stagnation and the risk of being blindsided when the market inevitably changes.

We break down the difference between taking a calculated risk, which involves research, planning, and having a backup plan, and making a reckless gamble. I share a personal story about how I found myself comfortable in a financial analyst role, doing the job in my sleep, until a change in my desired lifestyle forced me to challenge myself and ask: is this salary enough to live the life I want? That realization became the catalyst to actively seek growth and avoid the mentality of "If I'm not growing. I'm dying."

The solution to overcoming the fear of the unknown? Start small, build your risk muscle, surround yourself with people who will challenge you, and understand that failure is not final, my guy. Future-proofing your career means making yourself indispensable and never coasting. Don't let fear leave you with the regret of "should have, would have, could have."

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"You know, I didn't just wake up one day and say I'm just going to quit my job and just go straight into a startup mode, right? I had to take a calculated risk. You know what I did was I first registered my business, right? And then slowly but surely as I started getting more comfortable and as things started progressing, I made a calculated risk to leave my nine or five."

(01:38) - Is not taking a risk a problem?

(02:34) - The difference between a calculated risk and a reckless gamble

(05:42) - Why people choose the "soft life" over innovation

(07:14) - The Catch-22 of job security and career stagnation

(12:07) - Why a comfortable W2 job is scary for an entrepreneur

(13:18) - When a lifestyle goal forces you to challenge your salary

(14:43) - Why you should take risks when you have less to lose

(16:01) - How to build your risk appetite: Start small

(17:45) - Treat failure like feedback, not finality

Ever felt like you're tired, but you're not sure if you're just tired or if you're hungry? That's what it's like when you're trying to figure out social media. The internet is a crowded marketplace, and just throwing darts out there is not the way. We talk about the thoughts behind why some content goes viral and others fall flat. It’s all about connecting with your audience on an emotional level by telling a story, not just listing facts.

In this episode, we talk about the power of storytelling. I share how I was able to pitch a business to an art lover by painting a narrative that resonated with his passions instead of just listing features. We also break down the importance of validating your business idea before you go all in on a marketing strategy. You'll learn how to use a practical framework to craft a story that sells and why you need to deliver on your promises once you’ve hooked your audience.

So, don't just put out a video and hope it goes viral. We're here to help you get it right.What's the best business advice you've ever received?

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"What this company is doing is positioning artists to be able to sell their art, but number two is positioning art lovers to be able to easily find folks, you know."

(00:00) - Introduction to the Episode

(02:49) - The Power of Narrative in Business

(04:41) - The Psychology of Social Media

(11:25) - Tosin’s Storyselling Challenge

(15:32) - The Nike Storyselling Case Study

(18:27) - Why Over-Explanation Leads to Desperation

(19:13) - The HERO Storytelling Framework

(21:58) - The Fundamentals of Validating a Business Idea

(23:34) - The Jaded Dreamer vs. The Serial Entrepreneur

(32:16) - Using Social Media with Intention

Think hard work alone will get you a raise? Think again. In this episode, we tackle the hard truth about how to get a raise at work, exploring the crucial difference between your perceived value and your actual worth. We talk about how an applicant landed a dream job not by proving his skills on paper, but by connecting with the hiring manager over football. It is a powerful reminder that while your work is the foundation, your relationships and influence are what truly get you paid. This is a must-watch for any ambitious professional looking to justify a raise.

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"So, what do you think you're worth?" They gave me the number and I was like, "No, no, no. That's your perceived value. Do you understand that other people do that and more and are getting paid what you think you're worth?

"So, your job is not to try and deliver value. Your job is to make sure that your value is seen, measured and, and you have impact."

"I know you guys are probably not going to agree with this, but office politics matter. Because you need influence. You need allies. You need timing, not just skills."

(01:34) - Do all employees deserve a raise?

(04:53) - The difference between value and worth

(07:11) - The music industry analogy for worth

(08:26) - A $200 million AI engineer and his worth

(12:51) - How to articulate your worth in a non-sales role

(18:42) - Visibility and relationships get you paid, not hard work

(21:28) - The football interview story

(24:04) - Office politics and allies matter

(28:54) - You get paid what they think you’re worth

Is the pursuit of more money actually keeping you poor? We've all been told that success looks like a big house, a nice car, or a fancy watch. But what happens when you get those things and still feel empty? In this episode, we challenge the conventional definition of success and dive into what truly matters. We share our personal definitions, discuss the value of intangible wealth like peace and time, and give a reality check to those living paycheck to paycheck and those trapped by their own ambition.

We explore how your definition of success might not even be your own and share an example of a friend who got to a certain level of success and realized they didn't want to keep going. He would rather give away millions to build schools and help others than accumulate more for himself. This isn't about shunning ambition but about re-calibrating your focus to build a life that is truly fulfilling.

If you like what you hear, make sure to hit that like, subscribe, and share button. Drop a comment below with your definition of success, and let us know what you think. And remember, you can find more honest conversations at www.gobeyondthegrind.com.

"You know, what is it worth that I'm working 24/7, but my kids don't even know who I am? What is it that I'm working 24/7 and my wife doesn't my wife doesn't like me? What is it I'm working 24/7 that the relationship that I have around me is bankrupt? It's all about relationship at the end of the day."

(00:17) - Success as peace, time, and relationships

(00:48) - When the business runs you

(01:37) - Does success always equal money?

(02:47) - Chasing money is a distraction

(03:42) - True wealth is intangible

(04:17) - Success is freedom

(05:40) - The hundred-billion-dollar dilemma

(07:22) - The real currency of life

(08:00) - The difference between survival and obsession

(09:12) - What will they remember you for?

(10:33) - We forget people are the important things

(11:48) - Are you living someone else's definition of success?

(12:56) - Time and relationships are what people regret

(13:48) - Winning in private

(15:15) - My personal definition of success

(16:43) - Money is not always liquid

(17:48) - Survival mode vs. obsession

(18:53) - An evolving definition of success

(20:19) - Setting milestones for success

(22:29) - Income as a milestone

(22:56) - You are not alone in the struggle

(24:00) - Impact is a better currency than income

(24:58) - The power of service

(27:00) - Success is in the little things

(27:43) - Kobe's lesson on time

(28:44) - The three pillars of success

Ever feel the pressure to post every business idea or personal goal you're working on? In this episode, we talk about why staying invisible might be the most powerful new drug for entrepreneurs and ambitious employees. We dive into the unseen grind, the strategic navigation required to build in the dark, and how to define what success looks like to you, before anyone else gets to weigh in. We share a story about a client who had to keep his plans quiet to avoid competition and the importance of having your ducks in a row before a big reveal.

But what if you're scared in the dark? We break down how to handle fear and uncertainty and the crucial role of a confidant or mentor. We also get into how to stop oversharing and avoid undue pressure by focusing on your own emotional maturity and resilience. We believe that the best transformations happen when no one is watching. Join us as we explore the pros and cons of being loud versus being known and how to protect your journey from naysayers.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this with someone who's going through a dark season of their own. For more honest, no-nonsense conversations on business and life, visit our website at www.gobeyondthegrind.com and find us at @gobeyondthegrind

If you blow your whole road map on social media, someone's just going to find a shortcut. Look at all your mistakes as they as you share your location with everyone.

(00:00) - Why staying in the dark is the new drug

(01:49) - The two types of quiet builders

(02:41) - The chance to fail quietly

(04:07) - Why visibility is like a drug

(05:49) - The pros and cons of advertising

(07:18) - The tree analogy for growth

(08:44) - The risk of putting out a product too early

(11:37) - Why you shouldn't share your roadmap

(13:13) - The undue pressure of public goals

(14:48) - The case for keeping your plans private

(16:15) - Developing your vision in the darkroom

(27:48) - What to do when you feel scared and stuck

(31:02) - The final take on building in the dark

If you're tired of your 9-to-5 and ready to make the leap into full-time entrepreneurship, this episode is for you. We’re talking about the real-world playbook for going from a side hustle to main hustle, covering everything from mindset to financial strategy.

We share our own transition stories, like the time I realized my job wasn't my enemy, it was my first investor. The conversation gets real when we talk about the burnout that comes from not having a clear plan and the importance of financial runway before you burn the boats.

Are you working a 9-to-5 with a side hustle? Let us know in the comments what your biggest challenge is.

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"You are HR. You are the one who's writing a paycheck.""Your 9-to-5 is your first investor."

(03:52) - You don't work, you don't eat

(05:35) - Your 9-to-5 is your first investor

(07:28) - Why your business needs to scale

(13:14) - The numbers don't lie

(15:53) - Buying a business to jumpstart growth

(18:01) - How much do you need to survive?

(21:50) - Equating growth with the time you put in

(25:03) - Practical steps for making the move

(27:48) - The benefits of business acquisition

(28:36) - Final thoughts and wrap-up