Success without character is like a house without a foundation—it might stand for a while, but eventually, it will collapse. In this episode of the Dominate the Day Podcast, Joey from Joey Talks Live breaks down why building a strong foundation of character is essential before chasing after success, money, or recognition.

Speaking directly to young men stepping into manhood, Joey outlines seven core attributes every great man must develop:

• Accountability — Owning your actions without excuses.
• Integrity — Doing the right thing, even when nobody’s watching.
• Empathy — Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
• Humility — Staying teachable and serving without arrogance.
• Intestinal Fortitude — The courage and grit to face hard times.
• Resolve — Determination to stay the course no matter the obstacles.
• Loving — Choosing compassion and kindness as the foundation of every action.

Through stories from his time in the fire service, deployments overseas, and even running a cleaning company during COVID, Joey shows how these attributes aren’t just nice ideas—they’re survival tools. From standing firm under pressure in a war zone to defending an employee falsely accused of theft, real-life examples illustrate how character protects your reputation, your mission, and your relationships.

You’ll also hear how Scripture ties all this together. Joey shares from 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (NIV):
“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.”
This verse captures the heart of the episode: character is the bedrock of true leadership, strength, and success.

In this episode, you’ll take away:

• Why success built on shaky character never lasts.
• How accountability and integrity earn trust and respect.
• Why empathy and humility free you from anger and pride.
• How intestinal fortitude and resolve help you push through life’s hardest moments.
• Why love is the ultimate trait that holds everything else together.

Joey reminds us that age doesn’t equal maturity—an old man without refined character is just an “old fool.” Building character is a daily choice, a lifelong process, and the foundation for becoming the man God designed you to be.

If this podcast speaks to you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a young man who needs direction, leave a five-star review, and join Joey in the mission to raise up men of integrity, strength, and purpose.

Because before you dominate the day, you must build your foundation.