Ep.174 Why "Just Work Harder" is Bad Advice for Success

Good Morning, Money!

#Rosha Entezari #Money #Business Growth #Financial Tips #Wealth Building #Growth Mindset #Small Business Marketing #Sm Marketing #Business #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Personal Finances #Budget

33:19

What’s the secret to lasting friendships? How does queer community show up through the ebbs and flows of life? And what’s the REAL story behind the “YMCA” song? In the first episode of Silver Linings, The Old Gays dive into an essential part of queer life: chosen family. They discuss the vital love, support, and sense of belonging that community provides, especially during life's toughest moments. They open up about what “queer” means to them, how chosen family has impacted their lives, and how to maintain close bonds over time–including their love for each other! “We’ve come a long way, baby.” Family isn’t just what you’re born with; it’s the people who show up, shape you, and stick around. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

about a year ago 1:16

MP3•Episode home

Why "Just Work Harder" is Bad Advice for Success

Hard work isn’t enough — high-value work is what matters.

A janitor and a CEO both work hard, but the leverage is different.

👉 If you’re grinding without results, ask: "Am I working hard, or am I working on the right things?"

Shift to high-leverage activities:

Build systems
Invest in assets
Expand your network

💡 Work smarter, not harder — that’s where real success happens.

Send us a text

247 episodes

Ep.174 Why "Just Work Harder" is Bad Advice for Success

Good Morning, Money!

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

Why "Just Work Harder" is Bad Advice for Success

Hard work isn’t enough — high-value work is what matters.

A janitor and a CEO both work hard, but the leverage is different.

👉 If you’re grinding without results, ask: "Am I working hard, or am I working on the right things?"

Shift to high-leverage activities:

Build systems
Invest in assets
Expand your network

💡 Work smarter, not harder — that’s where real success happens.

Send us a text

247 episodes

All episodes

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.215 Success Doesn’t Come From Knowing—It Comes From Applying 1:29

3 hours ago1:29

1:29

Success Doesn’t Come From Knowing—It Comes From Applying Your brain loves learning—but it often mistakes it for progress . Reading that book? Listening to that podcast? Feels productive. But unless you apply what you learn, it’s just mental clutter. Here’s the shift: Insight without action is entertainment. One step > ten ideas. Set a simple rule: Act on one insight within 24 hours. Write it down. Try it. Test it. That’s how you move from inspired to unstoppable . Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.214 The 1% Edge: Small Wins, Big Leverage 0:58

1 day ago0:58

0:58

The 1% Edge: Small Wins, Big Leverage You don’t need a massive breakthrough. You need a 1% win —today. The brain is wired to love progress , not perfection. Send the pitch. Move your body. Open the doc and write one sentence. Each small win triggers dopamine , which fuels the next step. That’s how momentum starts—not with motivation, but with movement . Want to build something big? Stack tiny wins. The leap comes after the pattern. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.213 Your Environment Is Stronger Than Your Willpower 1:21

2 days ago1:21

1:21

Your Environment Is Stronger Than Your Willpower Willpower is like a phone battery—powerful, but it drains. Your environment ? That’s the charger. Want to eat better? Put the fruit bowl on the counter—hide the chips. Want to make more money? Spend time with people who talk goals , not gossip. Your brain constantly responds to what’s around it — not just what you wish for. So instead of relying on discipline 24/7, design your world to make the right choice the easy one. You don’t need to push harder. You need to set the stage for the person you’re becoming. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.212 Rejection-Proof Your Mind With One Shift 1:11

3 days ago1:11

1:11

Rejection-Proof Your Mind With One Shift Rejection isn’t proof you’re not good enough. It’s proof you’re in the game . Your brain treats “no” like danger—because once, exclusion meant survival risk. But today? It just means: The timing was off. The message didn’t land. The fit wasn’t right. It’s not about you. It’s about the data. The most successful people? They weren’t less rejected. They just stopped taking it personally. So next time you hear “no,” don’t spiral— study it . Was it the offer? The delivery? The audience? Rejection isn’t a wall. It’s a redirect sign . Keep going. You're closer than you think. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.211 The Confidence-Action Loop: Why Waiting to Feel Ready Fails 1:41

4 days ago1:41

1:41

The Confidence-Action Loop: Why Waiting to Feel Ready Fails Confidence isn’t a prerequisite—it’s a byproduct . Your brain doesn’t build self-trust by thinking. It builds it by doing . You take the action → You survive it → Your brain says: “Hey, we can do hard things.” That’s the loop. Not: “I feel confident, so I act.” But: “I act, so I feel confident.” So if you’re waiting to launch, post, pitch, or raise your prices until you’re “ready”… Here’s your permission: Do it unready. Do it unsure. Do it anyway. That’s how confidence is built— on the battlefield, not the bench. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.210 The Wealth Gap That’s Not About Income 1:18

7 days ago1:18

1:18

The Wealth Gap That’s Not About Income There’s a wealth gap we rarely mention— the time gap . Two people earn the same. One starts investing at 25. The other waits until 40. Who builds more wealth? Not the one who saves more—but the one who starts sooner. Why? Because compound interest doesn’t just love money—it loves time . So if you're thinking: “I’ll invest when I make more…” Flip the script: “I’ll start small, now—and let time do the heavy lifting.” 💡 In wealth-building, time beats timing. The best moment to start? Ten years ago. The second-best? Today. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.209 Parkinson’s Law: Why You Spend What You Make 1:27

8 days ago1:27

1:27

Parkinson’s Law: Why Your Wallet Feels Empty—Even After a Raise Ever wonder why your bank account doesn’t grow—even when your paycheck does? Blame Parkinson’s Law : Your expenses will rise to match your income. Translation? If you don’t create limits, your money will find a way to disappear. Here’s how to fight back: Automate your savings first. Hide long-term accounts so you’re not tempted. Give yourself less “play money” —and your brain will adjust. Wealth isn’t about what you make. It’s about what you keep . 💡 The gap between income and spending? That’s where your freedom is built. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.208 Lifestyle Creep: Why Earning More Won’t Make You Rich 1:26

9 days ago1:26

1:26

Lifestyle Creep: Why a Bigger Paycheck Won’t Make You Wealthy You get a raise— and suddenly, the $4 coffee becomes $7, the Honda becomes a Tesla, and somehow… you’re still stressed about money. That’s lifestyle creep —when your spending grows as fast as your income. Here’s the hard truth: If you don’t manage $5K/month well, you won’t magically manage $50K/month either. 💡 The fix? Design your rich life first. Then scale intentionally as your income grows. Try this formula: 10% to investing 🧠 10% to freedom (debt payoff, savings) 💸 5% to guilt-free spending ☕ The rest? Live on it like nothing changed. Wealth doesn’t come from earning more . It comes from keeping more—on purpose. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.207 Sunk Cost Fallacy: When to Walk Away From a Bad Investment 1:00

10 days ago1:00

1:00

Sunk Cost Fallacy: Stop Letting the Past Steal Your Future Ever force yourself to finish a $2,000 course that isn’t helping— just because you paid for it ? That’s the sunk cost fallacy in action. 🧠 It tricks you into thinking: “If I quit now, I’m wasting money.” But here’s the truth: the money is already gone. What matters now is what staying will cost you in: Time Energy Opportunity 📉 Smart investors don’t chase losses. They cut them. Because progress isn’t about what you paid — It’s about what’s still worth paying for . ✅ Ask this instead: “If I hadn’t already spent the money, would I still choose this?” If the answer is no, it’s time to walk away. Your future isn’t behind you—it’s ahead. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.203 Mental Accounting: Why We Treat the Same Dollar Differently 1:10

11 days ago1:10

1:10

Mental Accounting: The Money Trap That Feels Smart (But Isn’t) Ever stash cash for a vacation while drowning in credit card debt? That’s Mental Accounting —your brain’s sneaky way of making irrational money choices feel logical. 🧠 Here's how it works: We assign different value to the same dollar based on: Where it came from (bonus vs. paycheck) What it’s for (fun vs. bills) How it’s labeled (savings vs. debt) But here’s the truth: 💵 A dollar is a dollar. And if you're earning 1% in savings while paying 19% on a credit card, you're losing money —emotionally, not financially. ✅ Fix it with this rule: Every dollar should be optimized, not sentimental. Money doesn’t care where it came from. Use it where it works hardest. That’s not just smart finance—it’s financial freedom in the making. Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.205 Anchoring Bias: The Pricing Psychology That Boosts Conversions 1:06

14 days ago1:06

1:06

Anchoring Bias: The Pricing Psychology That Boosts Conversions Your price doesn’t speak for itself— the first number does. That’s Anchoring Bias in action. It’s why a $1,500 offer feels like a deal after seeing a $5,000 one. 🧠 The brain compares— not calculates. Smart brands use this by: Listing the premium offer first Using “Was $X, now $Y” formats Showing value tiers before price ⚖️ Example: Instead of saying “My program is $1,500,” say: “My private mentorship is $5,000—but here’s how you can get group access for just $1,500.” Same offer. Different feeling. Because when you control the anchor , you shape the perceived value. Where can you reset the anchor in your own pricing strategy? Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.204 Loss Aversion: Why FOMO Drives Sales 1:07

15 days ago1:07

1:07

Loss Aversion: The Brain Bias That Sells Out Offers Here’s the truth: People are more motivated to avoid losing $100 than to gain it. That’s called Loss Aversion —and it’s why FOMO (fear of missing out) works so well in sales. 💡 Use it ethically with: Real deadlines: “Doors close Friday at midnight.” Genuine scarcity: “Only 3 spots left for 1:1 coaching.” Vanishing bonuses: “This bonus disappears in 24 hours.” 🛑 Just don’t fake it. False urgency breaks trust. But real scarcity builds desire —and action. Because in the brain’s survival wiring? Losing out > Missing out > Thinking about it later. Where can you add real urgency to your next offer? Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.203 The Zeigarnik Effect: How to Make Your Marketing Stick 1:14

16 days ago1:14

1:14

The Zeigarnik Effect: The Brain Hack Smart Marketers Use Ever find yourself obsessing over a half-finished story or unanswered question? That’s the Zeigarnik Effect in action—your brain craves closure. 🧠 Here’s how the pros use it in marketing: “Most coaches are skipping this one step…” “You’re doing everything right—but this tiny mistake is costing you clients.” “Tomorrow I’ll reveal the secret I use to triple conversions…” These aren’t tricks—they’re psychology . When you leave a loop open, the brain wants to close it . And the only way to do that? Keep engaging . ✅ Pro tip: Use this in your hooks, headlines, and video intros . But don’t overpromise and underdeliver. Curiosity gets the click—real value earns the trust. What’s one curiosity gap you could open in your next piece of content? Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.202 Mirror Neurons: Why Authenticity Builds Engagement 1:00

17 days ago1:00

1:00

Mirror Neurons: The Science Behind Why “Being Real” Works Ever wonder why raw, unfiltered content performs better than polished perfection? 🧠 Enter: mirror neurons —the part of your audience’s brain that reflects your emotions. Speak with real conviction? They feel it. Share with vulnerability? They connect . Fake it? They sense the disconnect , even if they don’t know why. That’s why authentic creators outperform overproduced ones. People don’t want a show—they want a human . ✨ So next time you hit “record,” don’t aim for perfect. Aim for present. Because the best content isn’t about being flawless—it’s about being felt . What’s one thing you could share today that’s realer than ever ? Send us a text…

Good Morning, Money!

1
Ep.201 The Neuroscience of Storytelling: Why It Sells Better Than Data 1:00

18 days ago1:00