Best Leme Podcasts (2024)

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Bears Banter Ep. 183: Aaron Leming previews the season! 1:41:29

2h ago1:41:29

1:41:29

Check out this great Bears Banter Episode as Aaron Leming previews the 2024 Chicago Bears season! Plus, Bill Zimmerman gives his enthusiastic take on this year's squad and we finish with the mailbag! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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265 | Alice Lemee - Creating Opportunities For Luck To Strike 55:04

1h ago55:04

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Most ventures in your life require a kernel of delusion to convince yourself that the thing you want is meant for you. To start taking steps to getting what you want and giving luck an opportunity to find you, start with your own "Summer of Yes". Upping the odds of getting your opportunity of a lifetime Preventing yourself from pinning your unreali…

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Bears Over Beers: 2024 Season Preview Extravaganza 2:09:17

44m ago2:09:17

2:09:17

The 2nd City Gridiron podcast team previews the 2024 Chicago Bears season and introduces the new hosts of Bears Over Beers! Join Jeff Berckes, Lester Wiltfong, Bill Zimmerman, Taylor Doll, Jacob Infante, Khari Thompson, Ryan Droste, and Bryan Orenchuk to talk about the exciting season that lies ahead. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/br…

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268 | Self Publishing Vs Traditionally Publishing Your Book 50:04

5h ago50:04

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After publishing and selling books every way known to man - Jonathan has an insight or two on choosing whether to self-publish or traditionally publish your book. The difference in trust when you self-publish vs traditionally publishing your book Why you should self-publish even when traditional publishing is objectively better The best way to sell…

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267 | The Warning Signs of Mediocrity 41:46

35m ago41:46

41:46

Learning from successful people we admire is helpful, but we can also learn a lot from those who seem to have all of the right ingredients but are stuck at being mediocre. The fundamental principle that all successful business people understand How you handle an invite might be the predictor of how successful you are The hard question you need to a…

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266 | Finding & Using Your Geek Flag (HOT SEAT) 44:13

2h ago44:13

44:13

You're great at what you do, but you need your ideal clients to notice you in order to turn them into paying clients. You can make it easier for them to find you by waving your geek flag and using it wisely. Finding your weird connetion with everyone you meet Four ways to generate leads with an interview-style podcast A fun, easy way to generate co…

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Hard Knocks Episode 4 Recap 44:15

3h ago44:15

44:15

Jeff Berckes is joined by Ryan Droste to recap of Chicago Bears Hard Knocks Episode 4, dominated by the underdog. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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T Formation Conversation: Bears 53-man Roster Breakdown 51:26

2h ago51:26

51:26

On a brand new T Formation Conversation, Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. is joined by Jacob Infante to break down the Chicago Bears' initial 53-man roster. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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Making Monsters: Robert Mays says ‘Incredible awareness’ a big factor for Caleb Williams 35:46

1d ago35:46

35:46

Taylor Doll and Robert Mays of The Athletic Football Show chat about Caleb Williams preseason performances, the offensive strengths, concerns about the defensive front and what expectations are heading into the regular season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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264 | Stop Playing The "Look At Me Shirtless" Game 44:10

34m ago44:10

44:10

It can feel like in order to get attention on social media that you need to go shirtly or sexy. If that's the game you want to play - awesome! If not, there is another way. Deciding which game you want to play, are qualified to play, and feels good to you How not to be rich with likes but poor with dollars The reason why you're probably hating soci…

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263 | Become The Well Connected Person (HOT SEAT) 58:37

5h ago58:37

58:37

How much time have you spent trying to get into that room with those people? Instead of trying to swing an invite to that room, create the room the people you want to meet want to be in. Laying the groundwork to ask for a big favor from someone you admire Forge connections by creating your own "Bibles and Biceps" The one thing that separates succes…

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Bear Bones: Chicago Bear 53 Man Roster Prediction w/ Quinten Krzysko 1:13:14

1d ago1:13:14

1:13:14

Bear Bones is back for another Training Camp episode! Join as Mason West (@WestSportsPT) and Quinten Krzysko (@ButkusStats) predict who will make the Final 53 for the Chicago Bears. If you like the video, be sure to like it and subscribe to our channel! Follow along all season for more #NFL content just like this. Twitter: 2ndcitygridiron: https://…

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262 | Nick Mitchell - The 90% You Don’t See In Business Success 1:12:08

3h ago1:12:08

1:12:08

What drives success is rarely what we see people share. It's not social media or even most conventional wisdom, but relentless focus and staying in your lane. Why the businesses with the biggest exits have had very little social media Admitting a fault can bring in more business A world-class product doesn't need world class practitioners -- Jon's …

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Hard Knocks Life: Episode 3 Recap 51:33

3d ago51:33

51:33

Jeff Berckes is joined by Halas to Mack co-host Matt Winter to recap the Caleb Williams dominated episode of Chicago Bears Hard Knocks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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261 | Peeling Back The Sales Onion 46:14

15d ago46:14

46:14

The key to sales isn't being clever or persuading someone to buy - it's curiosity. The mindset shifts that make sales calls feel less icky and more productive 10 Sales 101 and 6 Sales 202 questions you can pull from to peel back the onion The 2-second trick to let clients talk themselves into a sale -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Choice, published…

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Bronzed Bears Finale: The Weekend in Review with Jack Silverstein 1:00:57

17d ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Jeff Berckes is joined by Jack Silverstein to relive the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame weekend with stories from both as they watched the start of the Caleb Williams era and the induction of Steve McMichael, Julius Peppers, and Devin Hester. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Making Monsters: Bengals Beat Reporter on Bears QB Caleb Williams 47:25

8d ago47:25

47:25

Taylor Doll and Jeremy Rauch of Fox19 in Cincinnati chat about the Bears and Bengals joint practices this week, the strong impression Caleb Williams has made, and a look at what's ahead this weekend for the two teams. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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260 | Building Your Business When You Have Kids (HOT SEAT) 58:46

13d ago58:46

58:46

Running a business when you have kids means you're always flip flopping between feeling guilty about not working on your business or not being present with your kids. It's a tough line to walk, but you can find a way to make it work. Implementing an AMRAP mentality with your family and using the 3 Column Method to manage your business The Life Sequ…

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Bears Banter Ep. 182: Dan Durkin joins! 1:01:32

9d ago1:01:32

1:01:32

WCG's newest contributor, Dan Durkin, joins the podcast to discuss what he's seen from Caleb Williams so far, what he thinks of the skill positions on offense, and why he's still concerned about the offensive and defensive trenches. It's a great interview, check it out! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://…

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Bear & Balanced: Camp recap with Ryan Droste 40:15

9d ago40:15

40:15

Jeff Berckes and Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. are joined by WCG's Ryan Droste to recap Wednesday's Chicago Bears training camp practice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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Hard Knocks Life: Episode 2 Recap 52:17

10d ago52:17

52:17

Jeff Berckes is joined by Taylor Doll to talk all things Chicago Bears Hard Knocks after the second episode. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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259 | Todd Herman - Unlock The Hero Within 1:02:41

2h ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Do you ever feel like you aren't reaching your full potential and that you're meant to do more? You're not alone and you don't have to stay stuck dreaming of what could be. Toxic humility and how it's impacting your ability to sell Giving up your People Pleaser's membership card You shouldn't start with "why" and where to start instead See how Todd…

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258 | The Value of Demented Theater 48:56

16d ago48:56

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The things we love to talk about aren't always the same things our ideal clients want to hear. You can get them to care, but you'll need to earn their attention first. Escaping FOMO when the social world you exist in makes you feel left out, even when it's not what you want The disconnect between the big ideas you want to talk about and your client…

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Bronzed Bears Episode 6: Who's Next? 41:36

12d ago41:36

41:36

The Bears have had a good run in Canton, Ohio at the Pro Football Hall of Fame with Brian Urlacher in 2018 (first ballot), Ed Sprinkle & Jimbo Covert in 2020, and now Devin Hester, Steve McMichael, and Julius Peppers in 2023. So, who might be next to enter the Hall of Fame? Host Jeff Berckes talks to Bill Zimmerman, Lester Wiltfong, Paul Lawrence, …

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Making Monsters: Deep look at Bears roster with Coach Tom Herman and Matt Hamilton 50:03

24d ago50:03

50:03

Taylor Doll chats with former Texas Coach and Bears offensive analyst Tom Herman about Collin Johnson and Roschon Johnson, they also talk about some other players he is familiar with on this roster. Following that Taylor is joined by Up and Adams producer Matt Hamilton as they recap their day at Bears camp. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.…

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Making Monsters: Pregame, Bears v Bills 43:51

15d ago43:51

43:51

Taylor Doll and Dom Tibbetts of WKBW in Buffalo chat all things Bears and Bills when it comes to offseason acquisitions, winners and losers in camp, expectations for the season and they take a look at Caleb Williams' first NFL game. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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257 | The Breaking Point In Business Growth (HOT SEAT) 22:12

4d ago22:12

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You'll reach a point in your business where you'll go from winging it on your own to needing to buckle down and get your systems, operations, and hiring in order. It feels overwhelming but with the right approach, it'll be a lot less stressful. The number of clients that's the breaking point for most coaches Determining where to amplify your skills…

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Bear & Balanced: Camp Recap w/Johnathan Wood 41:19

19d ago41:19

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Jeff Berckes and Lester Wiltfong are joined by Johnathan Wood of Da Bears Blog to talk all about his experience at camp and the state of the Chicago Bears. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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256 | Managing Difficult Conversations 59:44

6d ago59:44

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The number of uncomfortable conversations you're willing to have will directly correlate to the success of your coaching. They're not always easy, but they're worth building the muscle for. The powerful response for when "friends" ask for health and fitness help How to get clients on a call when they're not responding Managing conversations with un…

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Hard Knocks Life: Episode 1 Recap 35:10

29d ago35:10

35:10

Jeff Berckes is joined by Dr. Mason West to recap Episode 1 of the Chicago Bears Hard Knocks. An action packed episode with a ton of interesting storylines to cover! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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Bear & Balanced: Luis Medina Visits! 48:34

29d ago48:34

48:34

Jeff Berckes and Lester Wiltfong are joined by Luis Medina of Bleacher Nation Bears to talk Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze, and picks his 3 Bears for the 2024 NFL Season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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255 | Lessons In Contrast (Part 2) 55:51

8d ago55:51

55:51

Don't let monotony let you get stuck in a rut. Shake things up by adding contrast. Focusing on regrets of commission instead of omission Small constraints to better your day-to-day The benefits of getting lost -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Choice, published by HarperCollins, is now available for preorder on Amazon in Hardcover, Kindle, and Audio.…

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Bear & Balanced: Training Camp Recap & HOF Weekend 56:27

1M ago56:27

56:27

The Chicago Bears were back at Halas Hall today for a padded practice with the fans in attendance, and the fans did not get a good offensive show. There were some flashes from Caleb Williams and company, but overall, the defense won the day. Join Jeff Berckes and Lester Wiltfong as they recap the open practice plus JB shares his thoughts on Hall of…

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254 | Creating Your Non-Salesy Sales Framework (HOT SEAT) 19:12

15d ago19:12

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With so much advice about how to sell on social media, it's easy to get into methods that doesn't sound or feel like you. You can create a non-salesy sales framework that feels good for you, your audience, and that will outperform what you were doing before. How to create more authentic content that you're excited to create How to find the perfect …

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Making Monsters: Bears vs Texans HOF Game Pregame with Cole Thompson 34:48

1M ago34:48

34:48

Taylor Doll and Cole Thompson of The Texans Wire take a look at the teams' HOF inductees, chat about how each team has looked in camp, their biggest question marks and what this game means for both sides. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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253 | Elan Marko - Consistency Principles From The Easily Distracted 1:01:08

13d ago1:01:08

1:01:08

We all struggle with consistency sometimes. It can be tough to figure out why you keep falling off your routine. Learn how to improve your consistency muscle from a group of people who are the most easily distracted. The $50,000, 48-hour road trip The five core traits that the ultra sucessful ADHD'ers in business have in common that non-ADHD people…

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Bear & Balanced Chicago Bears 7/30 Camp Report 43:25

1M ago43:25

43:25

Join Jeff "JB" Berckes and Lester A. Wiltfong Jr. as they recap the Bears' July 30 training camp practice and touch on all the key offseason storylines. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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Bronzed Bears Episode 5: Predicting the '27, '28, & '29 Hall of Fame Classes 51:24

1M ago51:24

51:24

The Chicago Bears will add three players to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2024, pushing their total to 40 total members. Episodes 1-3 covered Steve McMichael, Devin Hester, and Julius Peppers. Episode 5 will continue our prediction project with the 2027, 2028, and 2029 classes. Jeff Berckes hosts this limited series. The series continues …

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252 | Lessons In Contrast (Part 1) 42:08

29d ago42:08

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It's easy to get into a routine that burns you out and bores you. Life and business become a blur of monotony. By introducing contrast, you can find and create more excitement in your daily life. Looking for the yard spiderwebs in your life Creating your own Sabbath to assess your autopilot The "when I have" trap -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Cho…

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Bronzed Bears Episode 4: Class of '24 & Predicting '25 & '26 46:57

1M ago46:57

46:57

The Chicago Bears will add three players to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2024, pushing their total to 40 total members. Episodes 1-3 covered Steve McMichael, Devin Hester, and Julius Peppers. Episodes 4 and 5 will review the rest of the 2024 class and start an exercise projecting the 2025 and 2026 classes. Jeff Berckes hosts this limited…

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Bronzed Bears Episode 3: Julius Peppers 32:02

1M ago32:02

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The Chicago Bears will add three players to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2024, pushing their total to 40 total members. Julius Peppers enters the Hall of Fame after an incredible run over 17 seasons, including 4 in Chicago during his peak. Jeff Berckes hosts this limited series discussing the three Bears inductees with some additional Ha…

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251 | Scaling When You Work To Live (HOT SEAT) 18:00

1M ago18:00

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When you work to live instead of live to work, it can make you question where to take things with your business. How to determine what's enough isn't a money question Figuring out what you can be world class at How to approach social media so it's less of a drain -- Please dm Jon the word "mentor" at @itscoachgoodman on Instagram to learn more and …

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250 | Lisa Richards - Get More Out Of Local Media 59:08

20d ago59:08

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Getting publicity is really exciting - but what do you do with it? The public acknowledgment is just a small win compared to what you can do with the publicity afterwards. A PR lesson from twin chiropractors and creating a snowball effect The genius party you'll want to throw that helps others (and you) Don't sleep on local awards and the funny qui…

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Bronzed Bears Episode 2: Devin Hester 39:52

1M ago39:52

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The Chicago Bears will add three players to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2024, pushing their total to 40 total members. One of the key the most electrifying players in the history of the game, Devin Hester becomes the first returner to enter the Hall. Jeff Berckes hosts this limited series discussing the three Bears inductees with some a…

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Making Monsters: Evaluating Training Camp Storylines with Carmie V 31:12

1M ago31:12

31:12

Taylor Doll and Carmen Vitali of Fox Sports chat about some of the biggest storylines for the Bears as training camp kicks off plus what the NFC North will look like this season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy 2nd City Gridiron

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249 | Keeping Your Business Healthy 58:23

30d ago58:23

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Just like working out and eating healthy to keep your body healthy, there are certain things you should do to keep your business in tip-top form for the long term. To track or not track your sales - that is the question The fastest, easiest way to make more money in your business The unsexy task that will save your clients frustration and embarrass…

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Bronzed Bears Episode 1: Steve McMichael 34:00

1M ago34:00

34:00

The Chicago Bears will add three players to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in August 2024, pushing their total to 40 total members. One of the key cogs of the Bears defenses of the 80s, McMichael finally gets his due as a senior committee selection. Jeff Berckes hosts this limited series discussing the three Bears inductees with some additional Hall…

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248 | Grow Without Social Media (HOT SEAT) 59:21

2M ago59:21

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Social media isn't the right choice for some coaches to grow their business. Local networking may be the better option. Using community charity events to indirectly attract your ideal client Making referrer's lives easier and using existing connections to make new ones Building a community based on the 1% that makes you different -- Please dm Jon t…

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247 | Rory Sutherland - The Power of Ideas That Don’t Make Sense 44:36

2M ago44:36

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The way to get what you want isn't always obvious. Sometimes, you have to game the system and use ideas that may not make sense on the surface. Gaming the system to get your dream house for the best price and to improve your dating life. Little ideas that reduce friction and anxiety Why anecdotal information shouldn't be ignored -- Jon's next book,…

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246 | Being The Editor Of Your Life 46:24

2M ago46:24

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How you define yourself can either keep you stuck in a box or give you room to explore and grow - choose wisely. Defining the hard thing that you love to do Keeping your walking costs low Having an outlet for the thing that makes you special and sparks joy -- Jon's next book, The Obvious Choice, published by HarperCollins, is now available for preo…

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