How do you chase big goals without sacrificing the people who matter most?

In EP68 of the Experience More Podcast, Jake Arvold talks about something he continues to navigate in his own life: balancing ambition, family, work, and the desire to experience more.

Marriage, kids, work, and responsibilities don't have to become reasons you stop chasing the things that matter to you.

Your spouse and your kids aren't the reason you can't pursue your goals. They can become an even bigger reason you do.

In this episode, Jake shares how becoming a husband and father has changed the way he looks at ambition, why he believes in involving your family in the things you love, and why our kids learn far more from watching how we live than simply listening to what we tell them.

If you want your kids to value hard work, let them see you work.

If you want them to value their health, let them see you take care of yours.

If you want them to hunt, fish, explore, build, take risks, and chase meaningful goals someday, let them grow up seeing you do those things.

At the same time, ambition can't become an excuse to neglect the people you're supposedly doing it all for.

The goal isn't perfection.

It's learning how to pursue meaningful goals while remaining present for the people who matter most, and finding ways to bring them along for the journey.

Because ultimately, experiencing more isn't only about what you accomplish.

It's about who you get to experience it with.

🎙️ EP68 —How to Balance Ambition and Family Without Giving Up Your Goals

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Hunting season is here.

For some of you, that means months of preparation are finally coming together. For others, this might be your first season ever stepping into the woods.

Either way, this episode is a reminder to stop putting so much pressure on the outcome and start appreciating the experience.

You might miss.

You might screw up.

You might sit all day and never see an animal.

You might realize you have absolutely no idea what you're doing.

And that's okay. It's okay to suck at something new.

Nobody starts as an expert. You learn by going. You learn by asking questions, making mistakes, paying attention, and putting yourself in situations where you have an opportunity to grow.

Because there are no guarantees in hunting, or in life.

You aren't guaranteed to punch a tag. You aren't guaranteed to see the buck you've been chasing. You aren't guaranteed another season with the same hunting buddies, your dad, your kids, or the people sitting around deer camp.

The only guarantee you can give yourself is whether or not you went.

So go.

Take the trip. Hunt the public ground. Sit in the rain. Bring your kids. Call your dad. Invite the friend who's never hunted before.

And somewhere along the way, stop worrying about what's coming next and appreciate where you are.

Sit quietly in the woods. Close your eyes. Listen.

The wind. The leaves. The birds. The squirrels. The world waking up around you.

Most people will never experience those moments.

This episode is about remembering why we hunt in the first place. It's about embracing the adventure, being willing to learn, appreciating the people beside us, and understanding that someday we'd give almost anything for one more morning in the woods.

Don't wait until it's over to realize how good you had it.

Get outside. Stay curious. Make mistakes. Take someone with you.

And this hunting season, don't just chase the outcome.

Experience more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and episode overview

02:09 Encouragement for new hunters and outdoor enthusiasts

04:23 Personal stories of hunting success and lessons learned

07:02 Listening to nature and appreciating the present

09:37 The value of going with experienced mentors

11:01 The importance of appreciating the journey and moments

12:24 Passion for hunting and passing on traditions

13:46 The significance of experience over trophies

15:06 Transition to YouTube and community building

16:01 Going beyond the average and hunting where others won't

17:51 The mindset of sending it and learning from failure

18:49 Sharing stories and creating ripple effects

20:15 Upcoming hunts and legacy building

22:21 Mentorship and passing down outdoor traditions

23:44 Building a community and inspiring others

24:59 Family, friends, and traditional deer camp experiences

26:14 Documenting and sharing the outdoor journey

27:32 Encouragement to bring others into hunting

28:50 The power of community and shared experiences

30:11 Closing thoughts and call to action

Confidence isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you earn.

In this week’s episode of the Experience More Podcast, we’re talking about one of the biggest things holding people back from chasing the life they actually want: waiting until they feel confident enough to start.

The truth is, the work comes before the belief—and the belief builds the confidence.

You don’t become confident and then take the risk. You take the risk, do the work, survive the failures, learn from the mistakes, and prove to yourself that you’re capable. That’s where confidence comes from.

In this episode, we dive into getting outside your comfort zone, surrounding yourself with people who challenge you, and learning to take action even when you don’t have everything figured out.

We also talk about the danger of overthinking. Sometimes you can research, plan, prepare, and analyze something for so long that you never actually move.

Eventually, you’ve just gotta send it.

Your first attempt probably won’t be perfect. Your business will evolve. Your fitness will evolve. Your relationships will evolve. Your goals will evolve. Even this podcast will continue to evolve.

But none of that evolution happens if you never start.

So ask yourself:

What have you been waiting to feel confident enough to do?

Make the call. Take the trip. Start the business. Sign up for the event. Walk into the gym. Launch the project. Have the conversation.

Whatever scares the shit out of you might be exactly where you need to go.

Stop waiting for confidence. Take the first swing. Do the work. Build the proof.

Because confidence comes from doing.

If this episode hits home, send it to someone who needs a push to stop waiting and start taking action.

Experience More.

In this episode of the Experience More Podcast, Jake sits down with Nolan Goshey, a lifelong outdoorsman from central Minnesota whose passion for hunting, hard work, and craftsmanship has shaped the way he approaches life.

Nolan shares how growing up hunting and fishing, especially his first experiences duck hunting with his dad—built a lifelong connection to the outdoors. He also talks about spending a decade working as a lineman before eventually joining his father’s electrical business, where he saw an opportunity to carry on what his dad built while continuing to grow and innovate.

The conversation dives into working alongside family, balancing business with life outside of work, and why taking pride in the things nobody sees still matters.

One idea continues to surface throughout the episode:

How you do one thing is how you do everything.

Whether it's wiring something that will eventually be hidden behind a wall, putting in the work when nobody is watching, or pursuing the things that make you feel alive, Nolan's story is a reminder that your standards matter.

If you value the outdoors, hard work, family, craftsmanship, and building a life around the things you love, this episode is for you.

You cab find and connect with Nolan on the following socials

IG. nolangoshey

FB. https://www.facebook.com/WorldofWaterfowl

Website. worldofwaterfowloutdoors.com

Experience More.

In this episode, the host discusses how many barriers we perceive in pursuing outdoor adventures like elk hunting and how these are often just mental barriers. He shares personal stories of overcoming challenges, the importance of planning, and taking action now rather than waiting for perfect conditions.

The story you tell yourself becomes the life you live.

In this episode of the Experience More Podcast, Jake dives into one of the biggest factors separating people who stay stuck from those who continue to grow: the narrative they choose to believe. From limiting beliefs and negative self-talk to visualization, personal ownership, and taking action, this episode challenges you to examine the story you've been repeating—and asks whether it's helping you or holding you back.

Drawing from his own journey, Jake shares how rewriting the stories in his own mind changed the direction of his life. He breaks down practical ways to replace excuses with ownership, setbacks with lessons, and fear with forward progress. Whether you're chasing bigger goals in the outdoors, in your career, or in life, this conversation will remind you that while you can't control everything that happens to you, you can control the meaning you give it and the next chapter you choose to write.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why the stories you tell yourself shape your future.
• How to recognize and overcome limiting beliefs.
• The power of visualization and intentional thinking.
• Why your environment and the people around you matter.
• How small, consistent actions rewrite your life over time.
• Why your attitude and effort are always within your control.

Your past may explain your story—but it doesn't have to define your future. The pen is still in your hands.

If this episode challenged or encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they have the power to write a better story.

What is comfort really costing you?

In Episode 62 of the Experience More Podcast, Jake dives into a powerful truth that many of us avoid: while everyone talks about the price of hard work, very few people talk about the price of comfort.

Comfort may feel good in the moment, but over time it can quietly steal your confidence, discipline, opportunities, and sense of purpose. Every difficult conversation you avoid, every challenge you put off, and every excuse you make comes with a cost. The longer you wait, the greater that cost becomes.

Jake explores why growth is found outside your comfort zone, how discomfort prepares you for life's greatest opportunities, and why the adventures we remember most were never the easiest ones. Drawing from lessons in fitness, the outdoors, personal development, and everyday life, this episode challenges you to stop settling for what's easy and start pursuing what will make you stronger.

Whether you're chasing a healthier lifestyle, preparing for hunting season, building a business, becoming a better parent, or simply trying to become the best version of yourself, this conversation will encourage you to embrace the hard things that lead to a more meaningful life.

Because at the end of the day, the question isn't whether discomfort has a cost, it's whether you're willing to pay the far greater price of staying comfortable.

Nothing changes if nothing changes. The next adventure, opportunity, and version of yourself are waiting on the other side of discomfort.

What does it really mean to build a life around the outdoors?

In Episode 61 of the Experience More Podcast, Jake sits down with Carson DuBois for an authentic conversation about life, service, fitness, and the impact the outdoors has had on shaping who he is today.

Carson shares his journey, from his military background and the values it instilled, to building a life centered around the outdoors, hunting, fitness, and helping others live with greater purpose. He opens up about how his experiences in the military helped shape his discipline, resilience, and perspective, and how those lessons continue to influence the way he approaches life today.

Together, Jake and Carson discuss the powerful connection between mental health, physical fitness, and time spent outdoors. They dive into why community matters, how consistency creates confidence, and why the greatest rewards aren't always measured by success in the field, but by the people you're with and the memories you create along the way.

This isn't just a conversation about hunting. It's about becoming the kind of person others can depend on, embracing challenges, and intentionally building a life filled with adventure, meaningful relationships, and purpose.

• Carson's military background and how it shaped his character.
• His journey into hunting, the outdoors, and living an active lifestyle.
• Why fitness became a cornerstone for both his physical and mental health.
• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who challenge and encourage you.
• Lessons learned through hunting, adventure, and shared experiences in the outdoors.
• Why consistency, not perfection, is the key to long-term success.
• How the best memories are built around campfires, mountain trails, and time spent with the people who matter most.

Whether you're a hunter, a veteran, someone working to improve your health, or simply looking for an honest conversation about living with greater purpose, this episode will leave you inspired to get outside, challenge yourself, and invest in what truly matters.

Get outside. Move your body. Build meaningful relationships. Chase experiences over possessions.

Because at the end of the day, life isn't measured by what you own—it's measured by the experiences you live and the people you share them with.

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