In this episode of the M3 Podcast, Rick and Dane dive deep into the illusion of control—how much of life and business is really in our hands versus shaped by chance, timing, and the unknown. From fatherhood to business setbacks, they share personal stories about losing big opportunities, adapting when life doesn’t go to plan, and why learning to let go can actually create more success.

Whether it’s in relationships, leadership, or personal growth, this conversation challenges the idea that control equals safety—and explores how shifting focus from outcomes to daily process leads to more freedom and resilience.

🔑 Topics covered:

Why humans cling to control

How letting go opens new opportunities

Luck vs. discipline in success

Business and leadership lessons from loss

Finding balance between structure and adaptability

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00:00 - Introduction and Topic Overview
00:52 - The Illusion and Fragility of Control
02:48 - Randomness, Missed Opportunities, and Control
04:01 - Accepting Lack of Control and Focusing on the Present
04:42 - Control Issues in Business and Micromanagement
05:21 - Shifting Focus from Outcome to Process
06:11 - Fatherhood and Adjusting to Less Control
08:01 - Influence vs Control and Role of Luck and Timing
11:06 - Questioning Luck and Examples from Life and Media
14:00 - Luck, Discipline, and Preparedness
14:12 - Experiencing Loss of Control in Business
16:39 - Processing Loss and Maintaining Positivity
18:40 - Fear of Failure vs Fear of Stagnation
19:55 - COVID Impact and Unexpected Outcomes
21:11 - Control and Stress in Life and Business
22:59 - Overplanning and Its Consequences
25:14 - Reflection on Control and Simplicity
25:50 - Managing Control and Stress as You Progress
26:14 - Control in Relationships
27:04 - Final Thoughts on Control and Attitude
28:20 - Podcast Closing and Call to Action
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