Want to finally take control of your time and get more done — without burning out?

In this episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, I’m sharing five productivity strategies that have shaped how I run my life and business — straight from my own journey, including lessons from my military background.

This isn’t about working longer hours or forcing discipline. It’s about using a proven framework to make better decisions, stay focused, and actually feel good about the work you’re doing.

I will walk you through the exact steps I use to boost productivity — from taking inventory of your tasks to planning ahead, removing distractions, and understanding when to eliminate or delegate. Each tip is backed by real-life application and designed to help you create more output with less wasted effort.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stretched thin, this episode gives you the mindset and tools to shift from reactive to intentional.

I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs build strong, successful businesses.

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https://www.devinramos.com

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Defining Productivity and Its Importance

01:34 What is Productivity?

03:24 The Journey to Understanding Productivity

06:21 Tip #1 Take an Inventory

09:13 Tip #2Plan the Night Before

12:16 Tip #3 Learn to Prioritize

17:50 Tip #4 Removing Distractions

26:27 Tip #5 Eliminate & Delegate

30:58 Final Message

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What can a former CIA officer teach us about leadership, legacy, and getting things done — in life and in business?

In this episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, I sit down with my friend and mentor Ric Prado, author of Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior. Ric spent 24 years with the CIA, served as Vice President at Blackwater, and now runs his own company while mentoring the next generation of leaders.

From escaping Cuba as an orphan to leading high-risk covert operations around the world, Ric’s story is one of resilience, discipline, and service. We dive into what it means to lead with integrity, how to build trust in high-stakes environments, and why understanding people — not just systems — is the real secret to success.

Whether you’re growing a team, scaling a company, or just trying to become a better leader, Ric’s insights on intentionality, recruitment, and legacy are powerful and deeply applicable to everyday life and business.

💡 If you care about leadership that actually lasts — and impact that goes far beyond titles — this conversation will hit home.

I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs build strong, successful businesses.

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Learn more about Ric Prado’s journey and grab his book:

🌐 https://www.ricprado.com/

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

02:03 Ric Prado Early Life and the Impact of Trauma

05:36 Military Training and the Path to CIA

10:13 Experiences in Nicaragua and Black Ops

12:38 Intentionality in Operations

18:30 The Importance of Relationships

30:26 Recruitment Strategies and Business Parallels

31:53 The Whiffem Principle

34:11 Leadership and Mentorship

38:36 Legacy and Impact of Leadership

41:50 Leadership Lessons and Team Dynamics

50:46 Missed Opportunities in Counterterrorism

55:03 The Importance of Diplomacy in Operations

58:54 Building Effective Teams

1:04:51 Navigating Transition and Identity

1:15:19 Ric Prado Current Ventures and What’s in his Horizon

1:20:38 Ric Prado’s Book

1:25:27 Ric Prado’s Definition to Wealth and Legacy

1:29:00 Ric Prado’s Message to You

1:30:12 Black Ops: Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior & Connect with Rico Prado

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In this inspiring episode of Diehard Entrepreneur Stories, Anthony Autry shares the transformative path that shaped him into a purpose-driven entrepreneur, mentor, and leader. Through discipline, community, and an unwavering commitment to growth, Anthony has created a life centered around service and impact.

He reveals how establishing structure in his daily life became the foundation for both personal development and business success. From leading in recovery spaces to building thriving communities, Anthony speaks on the power of mindset, the value of authenticity, and how tools used for personal growth can directly apply to leadership and entrepreneurship.

If you're passionate about growth, leadership, and living intentionally—this episode will give you a fresh perspective and the motivation to stay aligned with your purpose.

I’m on a MISSION to help entrepreneurs build strong, successful businesses.

Get on board at: 🤝

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TIMESTAMP

00:00 Introduction

02:28 Anthony Autry’s Life Transformation

15:32 People, Places and Things

18:00 Finding Purpose and Building a Future

19:37 Unchained Fit’s Story

21:26 The Journey of Sobriety and Accountability

25:01 Tools for Life: Recovery and Business

29:53 Finding Purpose After Prison

36:09 Not Giving Up

31:16 Formulating a Transformational Program

34:06 Leadership and Personal Development

41:58 Building a Thriving Community

44:04 Greatest Lessons Anthony Learned

52:37 Tracking Progress and Goals

1:02:32 Connect with Anthony Autry

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