In this episode, Steve Hamoen and Gary Hibbert explore the significance of having a strong "why" and mindset for success, drawing from Steve's personal journey and mindset shift. They discuss the distinction between complaining and taking action, and how viewing challenges as opportunities can fuel business growth. The conversation emphasizes massive imperfect action, building daily margin, and overcoming stage fright. They highlight the power of saying no, emotional motivation, and visualization in goal setting. The episode also covers overcoming real estate industry challenges, leveraging networks, mentorship, and designing a life with time freedom. They conclude with insights on navigating the economic environment and controlling one's financial future.

(0:00 ) The power of having a strong why and mindset for success
(1:31 ) Steve's personal journey and mindset shift
(2:20 ) Complaining versus taking action and learning from challenges
(5:38 ) Viewing problems as gifts and business growth
(7:42 ) Taking action and the importance of massive imperfect action
(9:29 ) Building margin in your day and Les Brown's influence
(11:23 ) Overcoming stage fright and the importance of perspective
(13:17 ) The power of saying no, staying focused, and goal setting
(16:20 ) Connecting goals to emotional motivation and visualization
(18:07 ) Overcoming roadblocks and challenges in the real estate industry
(19:35 ) Discipline and the reality of real estate success
(21:11 ) Building relationships, selling yourself, and giving to givers
(23:01 ) Leveraging your existing network and offering value beyond real estate
(26:08 ) Mentorship and the three levels of freedom
(31:23 ) Designing a life of time freedom with structure and systems
(35:42 ) Navigating the current economic environment and creating your own economy
(38:41 ) Taking control of your financial future and understanding tax advantages
(41:49 ) Importance of being in the right room and consistency in fundamentals
(44:26 ) Closing remarks and podcast promotion
(46:25 ) Final thoughts and sign-off