It's never too late to change your life.

But here's the hard part: you have to decide to change.

In this powerful solo episode of The Van Deeb Podcast, Van Deeb delivers a passionate message about personal responsibility, self-improvement, and the ability every person has to change the direction of their life.

Van challenges listeners to stop waiting for someone else to fix their circumstances and take an honest look at the choices they're making—the people they're surrounding themselves with, their careers, their relationships, their habits, and the way they're treating themselves and others.

He also shares his own experiences and explains why he believes the things that go right in our lives—and even many of the things that go wrong—are connected to the decisions we make.

But this isn't a message about guilt.

It's a message about agency.

Because if you played a role in where you are today, you can also play a role in getting somewhere better.

Van's challenge is simple:

Pick one thing you know you need to change. Start there. Then do it again.

As Van puts it, “You don't have to be great to get started. You just have to get started to be great.”

If you're unhappy with where you are right now, this episode is your reminder that your story isn't finished.

It's not too late.

📚 References

Van Deeb

vandeeb.com

Real Estate Masterclass

Real Estate Masterclass

💬 Ready to live an above-average life? Start asking the right questions.

Visit https://www.vandeeb.com

This will be your go-to podcast when you need a reminder to be the best you can possibly be and to always expect the best! Get Van’s podcasts directly in your inbox every month by subscribing on Apple, Spotify, and vandeeb.com or on your favorite podcast platform. Need more motivation and inspiration, then listen to Van’s Radio Show THE JOURNEY every Thursday at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday at 10 a.m. on KCRO.com or locally in Omaha, Nebraska at 660 A M. INVITE Van to speak to your group. Learn more about Van at www.vandeeb.com and make sure to sign up for Van’s monthly newsletter.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:00 - What's Holding You Back?

00:10:00 - You Have the Ability to Change

00:15:00 - Start Making the Change

00:15:56 - Final Thoughts & Wrap-up

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Who are the five people you spend the most time with?

Van Deeb asks a deceptively simple question in this powerful solo episode of The Van Deeb Podcast:

Who is in your 5?

Your closest relationships can influence your mindset, your habits, your ambitions, and ultimately the direction of your life. Van challenges listeners to take an honest look at the people surrounding them—and consider whether those relationships are helping them grow or holding them back.

As Van puts it:

“Show me the 5 people you spend the most time with and I'll show you your future.”

Drawing inspiration from influential personal-development voices like Jim Rohn, Les Brown, and Zig Ziglar, Van explores the importance of choosing your circle carefully, surrounding yourself with people who challenge you to become better, and having the courage to step away from relationships that are toxic or unhealthy.

This isn't just a message for entrepreneurs or real estate professionals.

It's a message for everyone.

Take a look at your five.

Are they helping you become the person you want to be?

📚 References

Van Deeb

vandeeb.com

Les Brown

lesbrown.com

Jim Rohn

jimrohn.com

Zig Ziglar

ziglar.com

Real Estate Masterclass

realestatemasterclass.online

💬 Ready to live an above-average life? Start asking the right questions.

Visit https://www.vandeeb.com

This will be your go-to podcast when you need a reminder to be the best you can possibly be and to always expect the best! Get Van’s podcasts directly in your inbox every month by subscribing on Apple, Spotify, and vandeeb.com or on your favorite podcast platform. Need more motivation and inspiration, then listen to Van’s Radio Show THE JOURNEY every Thursday at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday at 10 a.m. on KCRO.com or locally in Omaha, Nebraska at 660 A M. INVITE Van to speak to your group. Learn more about Van at www.vandeeb.com and make sure to sign up for Van’s monthly newsletter.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The strongest leaders aren't the ones who think they have all the answers.

They're the ones willing to hear the truth.

In this powerful solo episode of The Van Deeb Podcast, Van Deeb explains why accepting constructive criticism isn't a weakness—it's one of the greatest leadership skills you can develop.

Drawing from more than four decades of leadership, entrepreneurship, and business ownership, Van shares real stories about building successful companies, leading by committee, consulting with business owners, and learning from people who weren't afraid to challenge his thinking.

Whether you're leading a company, managing a team, raising a family, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this episode will change the way you think about feedback.

References

Van Deeb

https://vandeeb.com

Nebraska Realty

https://nebraskarealty.com

Real Estate Masterclass

https://realestatemasterclass.online

💬 Ready to live an above-average life? Start asking the right questions.

Visit https://www.vandeeb.com

This will be your go-to podcast when you need a reminder to be the best you can possibly be and to always expect the best! Get Van’s podcasts directly in your inbox every month by subscribing on Apple, Spotify, and vandeeb.com or on your favorite podcast platform. Need more motivation and inspiration, then listen to Van’s Radio Show THE JOURNEY every Thursday at 5 p.m. and again on Sunday at 10 a.m. on KCRO.com or locally in Omaha, Nebraska at 660 A M. INVITE Van to speak to your group. Learn more about Van at www.vandeeb.com and make sure to sign up for Van’s monthly newsletter.

This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel!

Timestamps

00:00:00 – Intro

00:00:45 – Why Constructive Criticism Matters

00:03:15 – Leading by Committee

00:05:00 – Helping Companies Improve

00:08:20 – The Power of Honest Leadership

00:10:00 – The Danger of Surrounding Yourself with "Yes People"

00:13:00 – Finding People Who Tell You the Truth

00:15:10 – Asking for Advice Is Leadership

00:17:12 – Wrap-up

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