Guest Bio

Dr. Rick Eigenbrod has spent years exploring what happens when we get what we want and why success, along with gain, acquisition, and achievement, can also bring loss and disruption to our lives.

In addition to a greater understanding of the profound emotional, psychological, and social impact that “success” has on our lives, Rick provides an alternative to the Grand Narrative of success as life’s supreme organizing principle. He offers a framework for choice-making, giving a reliable and enduring source of structure, meaning, and identity as we navigate the uncharted waters of ‘What next?’ and ‘Is this all there is?.’

Description

Have you ever achieved a long-awaited goal, only to find yourself feeling unfulfilled or directionless? If so, this episode is for you.

In this thought-provoking conversation, Anthony sits down with Rick Eigenbrod, author of the book "What Happens When You Get What You Want?" to discuss common challenges people face after achieving success.

From discussing the importance of finding enjoyment in everyday life to reframing your mindset from destination-focused to direction-focused, Rick provides actionable advice and insights to help listeners navigate the complex world of success and personal fulfillment.

Here are a few of the topics we’ll discuss on this episode of The Anthony Sarandrea Show:

3:01 Navigating success and purpose: Insights from the speaker’s personal experience.

11:14 Finding purpose beyond money and fame: A personal journey of self-discovery and reflection.

19:54 Why the journey matters more than the destination.

24:38 The importance of introspection and discernment in life choices.

30:30 Success addiction and the cost associated with it.

39:15 The uncomfortable space of spaciousness.

42:47 The importance of rest, finding fulfillment, and declaring “enough” rather than striving for abundance.

50:10 Insights on direction, fulfillment, and self-discovery.

Key Takeaways

• Instead of setting a new destination, set a direction in life that focuses on enjoyment and fun.

• Ask yourself, "Who am I now?" and "What matters to me now?" to get a contemporary sense of self and what's important.

• When running a business, focus on moving in a direction rather than achieving a specific outcome or destination.

• Success can sometimes screw up a business, so it's important to stay focused on the direction rather than the outcome.

• Have an accountability partner to help you stay focused and motivated.

Quotes

20:10 “It's about the journey, not the destination”

14:45 “Fulfilment is an art and I think a lot of people when they transition to different things in life, not just selling a business, that they have to navigate.”

31:49 “That blank sheet of paper is a part of the gift. It's part of the invitation to be reflective, to be aware, to lead a more considered intentional life, to redesign where necessary.”

43:06 “People think that restlessness is a sign that they are ready. And the truth is, according to me, restlessness comes on the other side of readiness not before.”

47:15 “The opposite of scarcity is enough.”

Resources

• What Happens When You Get What You Want?: Success and the Challenge of Choice (book)

• "Rainbow Connection" from Kermit the Frog | The Muppets

• What’s Next The Entrepreneur’s Epilogue and the Paradox of Success

Connect with Rick Eigenbrod

• Website

• Podcast

Connect with the host:

• Anthony Sarandrea on LinkedIn

How to Get Involved:

Anthony Sarandrea, the founder of SiteFlood, is a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker known as a renowned customer and lead generator across the globe.

Be sure to follow him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and gain access to his consulting and speaking engagements via his website.

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