The ONE Thing

Here at The ONE Thing, we’re all about helping people be successful. Most folks would assume we value serial high achievement, but we don’t. In this episode, we take a look at when achievement becomes an addiction and why it isn’t the same thing as success. Kim Zuroff, our Director of Growth at The ONE Thing, is our guest. She dominated Ironman Triathlons, climbed Kilimanjaro, and raced up the career ladder until she realized she wasn’t living the life she wanted. We break down exactly how she pivoted to a more fulfilling and still successful life. You aren’t your achievements. If that statement makes you uncomfortable, lean into this episode and hear us out. Challenge of the Week: Pull out a pen and a piece of paper. Journal answers to a few questions. Think about your goals. Are your decisions moving you toward or away from where you want to be? Also, think about who else in your life is being impacted by the decisions that you’re making. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** Boost your language skills fast. Want to learn a new language but tired of the same old boring apps? Check out Lingoda. Lingoda provides real live classes with actual teachers, 24/7. Yes, 24/7. So whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, you can fit language learning into your busy schedule. Start your 7-day free trial today! Use my promo code ONETHING50 to get up to 50% off. Visit try.lingoda.com/OnethingPod now and discover why Lingoda is your perfect language partner. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How achievement can be an addiction Using the “someday letter” tool Finding calm energy Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “The Gap and The Gain” Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com or send us an audio note at Speakpipe.com/the1thing. Produced by NOVA Media

Captain Daryle Cardone has 5,000 sailors entrusted to him, many of them in their 20s without much experience in life, much less in battle. He has two nuclear power plants to manage, plus a floating runway with multi-million dollar aircraft taking off 24 hours a day. Sufficient to say Captain Cardone knows a thing or two about leadership. We’re thrilled to have him on the show today. Jay and Captain Cardone have a deep discussion about how to establish a relationship-based culture with a cadence of accountability and feedback. They also talk about the models and systems Captain Cardone has used, especially as he transitioned from leading a crew of 150 to leading a crew of thousands. You can tell just how much Captain Cardone cares about his team. If you’ve been struggling with delegating tasks and developing your team members, this episode is for you. Challenge of the Week: The next time someone asks you a question, instead of giving them the answer, take an extra second and ask a clarifying question. Take that extra step to get even clearer about what they're looking for and give them a chance to find the answer themselves.  If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** Boost your language skills fast. Want to learn a new language but tired of the same old boring apps? Check out Lingoda. Lingoda provides real live classes with actual teachers, 24/7. Yes, 24/7. So whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, you can fit language learning into your busy schedule. Join Ligoda for a one-month sprint to boost your language skills. Go to try.lingoda.com/Onething to get an additional $25 off. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Asking better questions Investing in models and systems Establishing standards and expectations Links & Tools from This Episode: Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com or send us an audio note at Speakpipe.com/the1thing. Produced by NOVA Media

Do you have something you’ve been dreaming about doing for a while, but keep finding reasons to put it off? Take this episode as a sign to go do it today.  Officially taking over as host, Jay Papasan outlines new changes to the podcast that will better serve listeners: More actionable content and more conversations driven by questions from people trying to implement The ONE Thing out in the real world. Then Jay turns the challenge back to you. What changes do you need to make? What dream have you been deferring? He tells his own “just start” story, which involves Gary Keller and a toilet plunger—you don’t want to miss it! Challenge of the Week: Open your calendar, block 30 minutes today, and use that time to take the first step toward your dream. Keep it simple—pick one small action you can complete right now. Start small, stay consistent, and build momentum. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Changes to the podcast that will bring more value to listeners The balance between being a dreamer and a doer The importance of just taking the first step Links & Tools from This Episode: Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com or send us an audio note at Speakpipe.com/the1thing. *** Boost your language skills fast. Want to learn a new language but tired of the same old boring apps? Check out Lingoda. Lingoda provides real live classes with actual teachers, 24/7. Yes, 24/7. So whether you’re an early riser or a night owl, you can fit language learning into your busy schedule. Join Ligoda for a one-month sprint to boost your language skills. Go to try.lingoda.com/Onething to get an additional $25 off. *** Produced by NOVA Media

It’s time for the host to sit in the hot seat. For over 70 episodes, Nikki Miller asked guests insightful questions, connecting their theories to practical implementation for The ONE Thing podcast listeners. Today, she’s the one being interviewed. Jay Papasan takes on his new role as host. Nikki reflects on what it’s meant to be a public ambassador of The ONE Thing, all the preparation that has gone into each show, and how she has prioritized showing up authentically. She also shares what it’s been like to navigate selling her business and merging her team during this time. Join us in thanking Nikki for all the incredible episodes and wishing her well on her maternity leave! Email us at podcast@the1thing.com or send an audio note at Speakpipe.com/the1thing. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The work that goes on behind the scenes to create an episode of The ONE Thing Nikki’s favorite episodes The power of The ONE Thing community Links & Tools from This Episode: Listen to Episode 434. Become a Supercommunicator with Charles Duhigg Listen to Episode 440. Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life Listen to Episode 451. Mind Magic with Dr. James Doty Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com or send us an audio note at Speakpipe.com/the1thing. Produced by NOVA Media

Can you imagine freeing up 30% of executives’ time, while also increasing joy and resilience in the workplace? Keith Ferrazzi joins the show today to discuss his new book, “Never Lead Alone,” which promises to do exactly that. Keith walks us through some of the diagnostic questions and high return practices (HRPs) outlined in “Never Lead Alone” that can create a new social contract and culture in teams. We talk about moving from conflict avoidance to candor; from feedback as a directive to feedback as data; and from energy-sucking meetings to modern-day collaboration tactics. Keith has coached the best of the best in the business world. Now, he has reached a point in his journey where he wants to share what he has learned as widely as possible. Don’t miss this episode! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Teamship vs. leadership How practices change culture What holds teams back from high performance Links & Tools from This Episode: Receive exclusive content when you pre-order your copy of Never Lead Alone  For all of Keith Ferrazzi’s other books, go to KeithFerrazzi.com/books Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Learning, innovation, and growth all rely on failure. The discomfort of failure bakes important lessons into our brains. The uncertainty that precedes the point of failure expands our minds. Dr. Manu Kapur joins the show today to explain why we should deliberately design for failure in our businesses and personal lives. Dr. Manu Kapur heads the Future Learning Initiative at ETH University Zurich and recently wrote a book called, “Productive Failure: Unlocking Deeper Learning through the Science of Failing.” He marries scientific research and practical insights to help leaders find the optimal “failure signal.” We get into details around “motivational hacking,” failure stories, performance appraisals, and how to build a psychologically safe work culture.  Don’t worry, this episode isn’t a celebration of failure itself. It’s a clear-eyed discussion about the value of accepting struggle and growing from it. Take a listen. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why exploration should come before expert knowledge in a learning sequence How to maintain motivation in the midst of failure  What it looks like to design for productive failure Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Productive Failure” Learn more at ProductiveFailure.com Learn more at ManuKapur.com Connect with Dr. Manu Kapur on LinkedIn Follow Dr. Manu Kapur on Instagram Email Dr. Manu Kapur at manukapur@ethz.ch Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Fifteen years ago, when Jenn Lewis was first asked questions from The Goal Setting Retreat, she cried. To be fair, her partner JP hadn’t told her what they were for and he brought them up in the middle of a busy restaurant. Today, Jenn joins the show to share what couples can expect from The Goal Setting Retreat and how they may get emotional… in a good way. Jay Papasan serves as the host for this episode. He and Jenn swap stories of attending The Goal Setting Retreat with their respective partners. They discuss how the retreat helps couples be vulnerable with each other and communicate well. They describe the components of the retreat and what attendees will come away with. If you and your partner need some structured time to deeply communicate and concretely plan out how to reach your goals, check out The Goal Setting Retreat. To learn more, go to the1thing.com/goal-setting-retreat. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How the Goal Setting Retreat helps couples be vulnerable with each other and communicate better Stories from Jenn’s first experience with the Goal Setting Retreat The components of the Goal Setting Retreat Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more and buy in-person or virtual tickets at the1thing.com/goal-setting-retreat  Read “The Psychology of Money” Read “The Road Less Stupid” Read “The Gap and the Gain” Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Is your business actually stalling out or are you just bored? How can you tell the difference? And if you are just bored, how can you overcome that? Nikki Miller and Chris Dixon do a deep dive into the topic, giving clear tactics to address the issue. Nikki and Chris discuss iterative reflection, “gap and gain,” autonomy, and authorship. They also dig into habit formation, mindsets, and accountability.  If you are feeling restless or burnt out, or you can sense that your team is, this is the episode for you. In fact, consider sharing this episode with your team to jumpstart a conversation. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why the path to success can feel monotonous  Tactics to prevent boredom or burnout How to keep your team engaged on the path to success Links & Tools from This Episode: Download a free copy of the 411 tool Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Jay Papasan, Nikki Miller, and one hour of pure The ONE Thing fundamentals: It doesn’t get any better than this. Recorded at the Keller Williams Family Reunion, Nikki and Jay give a one-hour masterclass on how Jay and Gary Keller developed The ONE Thing and how you can apply it to your life today. This is a must-listen and the perfect episode to share with loved ones and colleagues. Jay and Nikki go through The ONE Thing model start-to-finish: Defining success, saying no, working backward, using the 80/20 principle, and tapping into your “why.” Plus they explain the free tools that will help you implement the model: The 411 and the GPS. Full of great Gary Keller anecdotes, this episode is as entertaining as it is informative. Enjoy! If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why defining success must come before creating goals The difference between productivity and activity How The ONE Thing tools (411 and GPS) keep you focused and accountable Links & Tools from This Episode: Free Resources, including the 411 and GPS Get your Core Values Deck today Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

We often hear the term “naive optimism,” but the fact is, most of us are living in “naive cynicism.” Dr. Jamil Zaki joins the show today to explain why cynicism harms our well-being and businesses. He also gives us ways to combat it. Dr. Jamil Zaki is the Director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Lab. He has gathered his latest research in a new book, “Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness.” He walks us through the difference between healthy skepticism and cynicism, why businesses function better when cynicism is directly addressed, and the power of hope. If you’ve noticed cynicism in your organization, loved ones, or yourself, this episode will give you tools to overcome it. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The problems that cynicism causes Why hopeful skepticism is the antidote to cynicism  How to reverse organizational and interpersonal cynicism Links & Tools from This Episode: Learn more at Jamil-Zaki.com Learn more at SSNL.Stanford.edu Read “Hope for Cynics: The Surprising Science of Human Goodness” Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Investing in a generous relationship not only exponentially grows your relationship with a person, but it exponentially grows your network. If you aren’t just interested in making a successful deal, but in creating a successful career, this is The ONE Thing episode you need to listen to. Jay Papasan steps in as the podcast host and interviews his friend and fellow author, Mo Bunnell. They dissect Mo’s latest book “Give to Grow: Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career.” Mo talks about business relationships in a way you probably won’t hear anywhere else. He breaks down tactics around escalating agreements, prioritizing the right fit, and investing in genuine relationships. Even Jay furiously scribbles down notes when Mo speaks, trying to keep up with the flow of wisdom and insight. Enjoy the show and don’t forget to pick up your copy of “Give to Grow.”  Jay has already read it twice. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why a free sampling of services is more effective than a proposal How to make “right fit” the priority over sales numbers What makes for a mutually beneficial business relationship Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Give to Grow, Invest in Relationships to Build Your Business and Your Career”  Download the free Give to Grow Supplement Materials Read “The Snowball System” Read “The ONE Thing” Listen to the ”How to Unlock Extraordinary Results by Sending Newsletters with Jay Papasan” episode of the “Real Relationships Real Revenue” podcast by Mo Bunnell Read “The Go-Giver” Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Mental fatigue is real. We live in a world where we have to make a thousand good decisions each day, and we’re expected to be highly creative at our jobs. That’s why it’s critical to learn how to optimize our brains to function well in this reality. Our guest today, Dr. Mithu Storoni, is here to give us some science-back tactics. Dr. Mithu Storoni is an University of Cambridge trained physician, neuroscience researcher, and ophthalmic surgeon. She advises multinational corporations on mental performance and stress management. She has accumulated her knowledge in her latest book, “Hyperefficient, How to Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work.” If you think being chained to your desk from 9am-5pm or even 5am-9pm makes you an allstar worker, think again. Dr. Mithu explains that we need to tap into the natural rhythms of the brain, and take advantage of what we now know about biochemistry: walking and naps are important for creativity and productivity. Take a listen as she explains complex topics in a clear and compelling way. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the one thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why creative work needs to be approached differently than assembly line work The three “gears” of the brain and how to find focus The importance of matching your intensity of work with you intensity of rest Links & Tools from This Episode: Preorder “Hyperefficient, How to Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work” by Dr. Mithu Storoni Learn more at MithuStoroni.com Connect with Dr. Storoni on LinkedIn Follow Dr. Storoni on X Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

The American Dream is still alive and well, and Mark Matson wants to make sure everybody knows it. Mark joins us on the show to talk about his new book, “Experiencing the American Dream: How to Invest Your Time, Energy and Money to Create an Extraordinary Life.” Mark states that schools are promoting victimhood and entitlement, rather than hard work. He warns about seeing money as an evil thing, giving the example of his grandfather remaining poor his whole life because he held this view. He explains the American Dream is not an amount of money in your bank account, but rather a mindset about freedom that doesn’t exist in many other countries. Mark also gives us a bit of investment advice regarding the S&P, Bitcoin, and even DraftKings. So be sure to stay tuned until the end! Discover your ONE Thing through world-class coaching, training, and resources. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What Mark defines as the American Dream The importance of being open to talking about money Smart investing Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Experiencing the American Dream” by Mark Matson Learn more about The American Dream Experience Check out MatsonMoney.com Read “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill Read “Be of Service” by Arnold Schwarzenegger Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Push it down and power through. That’s how many of us have become high-achievers. But that’s also how many of us have developed physical and emotional unwellness. Our guests on the show today explain how to reconnect with our bodies to achieve more for internal selves. Today we’re joined by Jennifer Mann and Karden Rabin, co-authors of “The Secret Language of the Body.” They tell us their personal journeys of being high-achievers, but struggling with fatigue and illness, to being happy, healthier individuals. The key, they share, is tuning into the secret language of the body. The secret language of the body is sensations, emotions, behaviors, postures, movements, gestures, etc. Jennifer and Karden encourage us to bring awareness to that language, interrupt our typical negative response to it, and redesign a new response. Taking the responsibility to redesign our response is hard, they admit, but it opens up so many beautiful, powerful possibilities. Discover your ONE Thing through world-class coaching, training, and resources. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: What the secret language of the body is The AIR approach: Awareness, Interruption, Redesign Taking responsibility for your reaction to stimulus Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “The Secret Language of the Body”  Learn more at SomiaInternational.com Follow Karden on Instagram: @KardenRabin Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @IAmJennMann Listen to the conversation between Brene Brown, Simon Sinek, and Adam Grant, “Thinking about Thinking” Read “Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It” by Chris Voss Listen to Episode 434. Become a Supercommunicator with Charles Duhigg Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

“How do you use the concept of The ONE Thing in a company environment?” One of our loyal listeners sent us this great question.  We spend today’s episode answering it, explaining how we use The ONE Thing approach when we coach a whole corporation, not just an individual. We’ve worked with military Special Forces, NBA teams, huge corporations, and small start-ups. Our approach stays consistent and effective: Vision setting, priority identification, planning, and ongoing evaluation. Listen in as we lay out the details. Discover your ONE Thing through world-class coaching, training, and resources. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Common pain points businesses come to us for help with How we apply The ONE Thing process to whole companies The importance of accountability, often through ongoing coaching Links & Tools from This Episode: To learn more about bringing The ONE Thing Trainers to empower your leaders and organization visit https://the1thing.com/teams/ Have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast? Send it to us on on Instagram (@the1thingbook) or email us (podcast@the1thing.com) Listen to Episode 446. The CEO Whisperer - The Secrets of Massive Business Growth with Cameron Herold Free access to The ONE Thing GPS and 411 tools Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Your company culture should not be designed around what generation your workers come from. It should not rely on being physically present in the office. The number one value and practice of your culture should be adaptability. Dr. Jessica Kriegel joins us today to explain how the data shows adaptable company cultures are the best performing ones. What many people mistake for generational differences are actually life stage differences. Baby Boomers were a lot like Gen Z when they too were in their twenties. Yes, technology has increased transparency and expectations, and it has even changed where we physically work, but fundamentally we are the same across generations. Dr. Jessica Kriegel explains how scientists at Stanford analyzed decades of data, finding only one single culture that made a difference in revenue results. In fact, it makes a 4x difference. That culture is the culture of adaptability. She walks us through how to transform your company culture into one of adaptability. Discover your ONE Thing through world-class coaching, training, and resources. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: Why generational differences are better understood as lifestage differences The importance of having an adaptable work culture How to activate cultural beliefs, including in the virtual workplace  Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Unfairly Labeled: How Your Workplace Can Benefit From Ditching Generational Stereotypes” by Dr. Jessica Kriegel Watch the “How to get people to give a sh*t” TEDx Talk by Dr. Jessica Kriegel Read “The Oz Principle: Getting Results Through Individual and Organizational Accountability” by Roger Connors, Tom Smith and Craig Hickman Listen to the “Culture Leaders” daily podcast by Dr. Jessica Kriegel Follow Dr. Jessica Kriegel on LinkedIn Subscribe to Dr. Jessica Kriegel’s newsletter, “This Week in Culture” Check out Dr. Jessica Kriegel’s website: www.jessicakriegel.com Learn more at CulturePartners.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Time is the most precious resource in any environment, but it does not often get treated that way at work. Talented workers’ time gets eaten up by meetings, reducing their “flow” and productivity. Matt Martin, joins the show today to talk about changing the culture of scheduling with a little help from technology. Matt is the CEO and Co-Founder of Clockwise, a very popular calendar tool that's unlocked over six million hours of focus time for employees and resolved four million meeting conflicts. With a heavy dose of ML heuristics and a little bit of AI, Clockwise coordinates meetings so everybody involved gets the best schedule possible, opening up time for workers to reach deep flow states. Clockwise also shares the scheduling analytics with all users so everyone can reflect on how they spent their time, allowing them to adjust as needed. Take a listen as we discuss the illusion of productivity, deep work, attention residue, and changing cultural norms.   One-on-one coaching will transform your results & your potential. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com/coaching/.  *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The changing technical landscape around work meetings How to think about time ROI The importance of “focus time” Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Deep Work” by Cal Newport Learn more about Dr. Sophie Leroy’s research on “attention residue” Connect with Matt Martin on LinkedIn Learn more about Clockwise at GetClockwise.com Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Jay Papasan did not plan on being the CEO of ProduKtive. As the co-founder, he had to step in when the current CEO left for another opportunity. As Jay took a closer look at the plateaued revenue, he knew he had to stay in the seat longer to make some needed adjustments.  Jay joins us on the show today to talk about the lessons he has learned as a reluctant CEO. We discuss the tough decisions he had to make and why he made them. He shares mistakes made and lessons learned. No matter how many business successes you have, you will still have failures and challenges. Jay is a role model of humility, accountability, and always viewing change as an opportunity. One-on-one coaching will transform your results & your potential. Connect with a ONE Thing coach today at the1thing.com/coaching/.  *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: The importance of simplifying your business’s services How to manage change The power of one-on-one coaching Links & Tools from This Episode: Read “Shift: How Top Real Estate Agents Tackle Tough Times”  Read “The Millionaire Real Estate Agent” Sign up for one-on-one coaching to transform your results & your potential Connect with Jay on LinkedIn Follow Jay on Instagram Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

Almost 20 years ago Jay and Wendy Papasan were young parents with toddlers who just needed to get away for a weekend and have a deep conversation about their future. Fast forward to today and they are leading an annual Goal Setting Retreat, helping thousands of people achieve their dreams just like they have been able to do. Jay and Wendy join us on the show today to tell us the origin story of the Goal Setting Retreat, how it has evolved over the years, and what attendees can expect from this year’s retreat in November. Just from the way Jay and Wendy communicate with each other, you can hear the beautiful power of goal setting together, year after year. Our conversation about growth, honesty, and creating a big life will inspire you. Join us for an immersive 2-day retreat for ambitious individuals ready for a higher level of success. Snag your ticket for the Goal Setting Retreat, November 14-16, 2024 in Austin, TX. Learn more at the1thing.com/events. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How the Goal Setting Retreat originated from Wendy and Jay Papasan’s practice as young parents.  The importance of intentionally setting aside time and space for annual goal setting. Why an in-person retreat is a great “big room” experience that helps people set higher, bigger goals for themselves. Links & Tools from This Episode: Snag your ticket for the Goal Setting Retreat, November 14-16, 2024 in Austin, TX. Learn more at the1thing.com/events. Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media

After Matt Diamante read The ONE Thing, he decided to give it a try. The ONE thing he chose was to post on social media every day. Now, after only 18 months, Matt has 190,000 Instagram followers, 20,000 followers on TikTok, and his inbox is flooded with business requests for his HeyTony advertising agency. Matt joins us on the show today to explain how The ONE Thing transformed his business. Matt’s first post was just a video of him sitting on a toilet (don’t worry, fully clothed) and pledging that he would post everyday. From there, he not only developed the habit and improved his on-camera skills, but he also generated data that helped him figure out how to be more and more successful. Matt gives us a firsthand account of how powerful doing just ONE thing a day can be. Plus, he gives us a few SEO and social media tips that we all can use. If you're a bold risk taker who wants to dream big and achieve a higher level of success in your life or business, visit the1thing.com to learn about our one-on-one coaching, as well as our exclusive community membership program. *** To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: the1thing.com/pods. We talk about: How to chose your ONE Thing The importance of just getting started Why you should make your content easy to understand Links & Tools from This Episode: Read The ONE Thing Read Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook Read They Ask, You Answer Follow Matt on Instagram: @HeyTony.Agency Follow Matt on Tiktok: @HeyTonyAgency Learn more at HeyTony.ca Free Resources Want to be a guest or share feedback? Email podcast@the1thing.com Produced by NOVA Media