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Early to Rise Radio
Author: Craig Ballantyne
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Hi, this is Craig Ballantyne, host of Early To Rise Radio. Have you ever wanted to become wealthier, healthier, wiser, or just have more time to appreciate the finer things in life? On this show, we reveal what high performers are doing every day to be more successful WITHOUT sacrificing their personal lives. Early To Rise Radio is sponsored by The Perfect Day Formula. Get your free copy of this game-changing success guide at FreePerfectDayBook.com.
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If your business is stuck between half a million and a few million in revenue, you’re in the danger zone—and most founders never escape it. In this episode, I reveal the exact frameworks I’ve used to help entrepreneurs scale from $500K to $5M without burning out. You’ll learn why doing everything yourself is the silent…
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Most entrepreneurs think they need to grind harder to win—but Eric Bach proves the opposite. In this episode, I sit down with Eric to uncover how he scaled his business, worked fewer hours, and created true alignment between his success and his values. We dive into the mindset shifts that helped him overcome blind spots,…
The post 433 – The Secret To Building A Business That Doesn’t Run Your Life appeared first on Early To Rise.
Most founders don’t fail because of bad ideas—they fail because of bad habits. In this episode, I reveal the seven hidden mistakes that quietly destroy productivity, drain profit, and keep entrepreneurs stuck in chaos. You’ll learn how to turn your cluttered calendar into a cash machine by mastering automation, delegation, and elimination. I also share…
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Most morning routines are garbage—and I learned that the hard way. After coaching over 250 entrepreneurs to millionaire status, I discovered the one simple shift that makes all the difference. In this episode, I share how to stop wasting your best energy on rituals that look productive but don’t move the needle. I’ll walk you…
The post 431 – The Morning Routine That Builds Millionaires (Work Less, Earn More) appeared first on Early To Rise.
Most entrepreneurs think scaling requires doing more—but the truth is, it’s about pulling the right hidden levers Interview with Coach Galel. In this episode, I sit down with Coach Galel Fahardo to unpack how he’s helped clients double revenue, reclaim 12–14 hours a week, and scale from $2.5 million to $10 million while working less.…
The post 430 – The #1 Mistake Keeping Entrepreneurs Stuck (And How to Fix It) appeared first on Early To Rise.
Too many entrepreneurs waste their best energy chasing “hard” challenges that don’t actually move the needle in business or life ETR Millionaire Problems Livest…. In this episode, Craig Ballantyne exposes the hidden dark side of discipline—and why pushing yourself through ice baths, ultra-marathons, or endless streaks can cost you your marriage, your health, and your…
The post 429 – Are You Avoiding Your REAL Level 10 Problem? appeared first on Early To Rise.
What if everything you’ve been told about education, success, and preparation for the future is wrong? In this conversation with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation, we dive into a radical new framework that challenges the traditional path of college and shows how to cultivate real independence, resilience, and skill stacking instead. You’ll hear how…
The post 428 – The Preparation: How To AI-Proof Your Kids’ Future (Before It’s Too Late) appeared first on Early To Rise.
Most entrepreneurs chase too many things at once—and it’s the fastest way to stay stuck. In this episode, I reveal the 11 millionaire habits my top clients use to simplify, focus, and scale without burning out. You’ll discover how to protect your mornings, say no to distractions, double down on your core offer, and treat…
The post 427 – 11 Millionaire Habits That Will Change Your Business Forever appeared first on Early To Rise.
If you want to hit seven figures, you can’t run your business like everyone else—and in this episode, I share the 10 game-changing habits that separate millionaires from those stuck in survival mode. After coaching over 250 entrepreneurs to become millionaires, I’ve seen exactly what works: asking for help (and using it), leveraging connections, staying…
The post 426 – 10 Things That 7-Figure Business Owners Do Differently appeared first on Early To Rise.
97% of entrepreneurs stay broke—and I was dangerously close to being one of them. In this episode, I reveal the real reason most business owners struggle and how I finally broke free by learning to stop doing everything myself. I’ll walk you through the exact tools I used—like the “love vs. loathe” list and the…
The post 425 – Why 97% Of Entrepreneurs Stay Broke (And How to Fix It Fast) appeared first on Early To Rise.
When Bob Ferguson bought the company he’d helped run for years, he thought he knew it all—until the pressure of ownership hit him like a freight train. In this candid conversation, Bob reveals how joining a mastermind and embracing coaching transformed not only his business—doubling revenue and reclaiming his time—but also his identity as a…
The post 424 – The Brutal Wake-Up Call That Transformed My Business and Marriage appeared first on Early To Rise.
Think writing a book is just about sharing your story? Think again. In this behind-the-scenes masterclass, Craig Ballantyne reveals how to write, publish, and launch a nonfiction bestseller that doesn’t just sit on shelves—it builds your brand, generates leads, and sells while you sleep. You’ll learn the brutal truths about who shouldn’t write a book,…
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What if the real reason your business is stuck isn’t strategy—but avoidance? In this raw and practical episode, Craig Ballantyne and Daniel Woodrum break down why most entrepreneurs waste energy solving level 1 problems while ignoring the level 10 ones that actually move the needle. They share hard-won lessons on leadership, accountability, and brutal ownership—including…
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Think discipline is all about cold plunges, waking up at 5 a.m., and resisting chocolate cake? Think again. In this high-impact episode, Craig Ballantyne reveals the real secret to scaling your income, slashing your work hours, and dominating your day without burnout—his 5 non-negotiables for peak performance. You’ll discover why systems—not willpower—create freedom, and how…
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Is your obsession with discipline silently destroying what matters most? In this provocative episode, Craig Ballantyne unpacks the hidden dangers of overachievement—and why cold plunges, 5 a.m. routines, and dopamine-chasing might be sabotaging your success. You’ll learn the real difference between productive discipline and toxic avoidance, and how to identify your true “level 10 problem.”…
The post 421 – The Dark Side of Discipline: When Success Costs You Everything appeared first on Early To Rise.
What happens when a driven 8-figure entrepreneur becomes a new dad? In this brutally honest and refreshingly unconventional episode, Craig Ballantyne shares the unfiltered truth about balancing business, baby bottles, and buying back time. From sleep strategies and teething nightmares to empathy muscles and marriage-saving systems, this is the advice no Instagram parenting reel will…
The post 420 – Politically Incorrect Truth About Entrepreneur Fatherhood appeared first on Early To Rise.
What if everything you’ve been told about discipline is actually holding you back? In this eye-opening episode of Early to Rise Radio, Craig Ballantyne and co-author Daniel Woodrum unpack the hidden downside of white-knuckled willpower—and reveal the game-changing power of personal standards. You’ll discover how one subtle shift can help you work fewer hours, boost…
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If you could rewind time, what would you do differently to reach success faster? In this raw and revealing episode of Early to Rise Radio, I share the 12 game-changing lessons I wish I’d learned earlier—from eliminating distractions like alcohol and pro sports to mastering sales, public speaking, and radical responsibility. You’ll discover how emotional…
The post 417 -12 Life-Changing Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner (Avoid These Mistakes!) appeared first on Early To Rise.
What if your life operated like a high-performance machine—guided by a personal operating system built for success? In this episode, I reveal the 12 rules that have shaped my life, scaled my business, and helped me stay disciplined through chaos, pressure, and parenthood. From mastering mornings and eliminating distractions to avoiding petty drama and designing…
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What if your biggest weakness could become your greatest productivity superpower? In this episode, discover how high-performing entrepreneurs with ADHD unlock laser focus, simplify their days, and skyrocket their income. We dive into counterintuitive strategies that challenge traditional productivity advice—and actually work. Learn why doing less can earn you more, and how structure creates freedom…
The post 415 -How I Turned My Biggest Flaw Into a 7-Figure Business Tool appeared first on Early To Rise.



