Achieve Your Goals With Hal Elrod: Success | Productivity | Personal Development | Lifestyle | Business

Did you know that emotions can be broken down, studied, measured, and improved? Having a mastery over and understanding of our emotions creates a little thing we like to call Emotional Intelligence, and today you’re in for a treat because we are providing you, our Achieve Your Goals listeners, the chance to listen to an entire module of our Best Year Ever Coaching Program…for free! During this module, we talk about what the three types of intelligence are, the differences between them and how, unlike your IQ, emotional intelligence is something you can learn to develop. The evidence is clear that improving your emotional intelligence will improve your job performance, your salary, and your relationships. Start improving your EQ with today’s episode—you’re sure to get a huge return on your investment. Plus, your friends, bosses, and partners will thank you! In this episode, you will… Discover and master the three categories of emotional intelligence Hear how emotional intelligence earns you $29,000 more annu

Friends, today’s episode is a conversation with one of my best friends, John Ruhlin, and I’m grateful to be able to share his story, and his strategies for “Radical Generosity” with you. This guy has taught me so much about appreciating others, personally and professionally, and his new book Giftology (and our podcast interview) give you the shortcut to gaining the wisdom that has taken him 20+ years to acquire. Publications like Forbes and INC Magazine have deemed him the world’s leading expert in a topic that we can all learn more about – “Appreciation.” You may not have even known that there was a study of gift-giving – What’s there to study anyway, right? Giving gifts has become so automated in our culture that we have to remind ourselves to actually put thought into them, and even when we do, the thoughts often end up being more about ourselves than the recipient – we’re good people, so what gives?? Like everything else in our lives, learning to give personalized, thoughtful gifts, is a practice, and yo

Today’s podcast episode is a conversation with the infamous, Chris Brogan, who is not only the New York Times bestselling author of 8 books (and counting), and CEO of Owner Media Group, but has also spoken for, and even consulted with, some of the biggest brands you know – Disney, Coke, Google, GM, Microsoft, Cisco, Sony USA, and many more…. Chris has appeared on the Dr. Phil Show, interviewed Richard Branson for the cover of SUCCESS magazine, and even presented to a princess once! Today you’ll discover how Chris used the “Owner’s Mindset” to accomplish all of the above, and how you can use the same mindset to achieve all of your goals. In this episode, you will… Hear how you’re bound for success if, like Chris, you have the tenacity to achieve Get the 5 basic principles of Chris’s owner mindset Discover why Chris’s ideal client is one who’s already taking responsibility for their own lives Understand why it’s important that your business model be built on providing solutions Learn how to tell stories throu

It is generally agreed upon that entrepreneurship is the engine that drives an economy upwards and is primarily responsible for its growth. However, one need not start one’s own business in order to be an entrepreneur. You can be entrepreneurial within a company setting (often called “intrapreneurs”) and you can lead from anywhere you happen to be positioned. Our guest today is Bob Burg, the bestselling author of one of my favorite books, The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea. He is an advocate for, as well as supporter and defender of, the Free Enterprise system. He believes that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people one serves. Bob is committed to inspiring the entrepreneurial spirit in all of us. In today’s podcast, you’ll discover: Why you needn’t be an entrepreneur… to be entrepreneurial. Five Laws that will bring you both personal effectiveness and professional success. Why asking if something will make money isn’t a bad question…it’s just a ba

The moment you’ve been waiting for is here! Peter Diamandis and Tony Robbins together on the same stage, sharing their insights on life, happiness, and success. You won’t want to miss this interview, so tune in! In this episode, you will… Get the morning routines that set Tony and Peter up for success Hear Peter share what’s possible when you go 10x’s instead of 10% bigger! Understand that, although the brain is wired for survival, you can train it to seek happiness Discover how to alter your perception of tribulation and use your experience to help others Realize that, if you don’t make time for yourself, you don’t have a life As humans, we’re programmed to expect suffering, and we learn to seek out stress, but it’s possible for you to develop habits and make lifestyle choices that help to rewire those instincts. No matter how much money you make or how much success you have, there’s no immunity from pain. It’s what you do with the pain and how you use it to help others that sets you apart. As Tony said,

40-time bestselling author, ​Steve​ “S.J.”​ Scott, joins me today to ​discuss the key lessons in our​ new​ book, The Miracle Morning for Writers, ​that ​was just released​ on Monday. Whether you (or someone you know) wants to make a significant IMPACT ​and/or INCOME with your writing, we feel privileged to be able to share insights from our own personal experience​s​ building full-time careers as writers and bestselling authors. In this episode, you will… Discover the four main paths to becoming a successful writer​ Learn how to grow your audience as a writer by building your platform​, and ​why you should laser-focus to develop a following on just one social media platform Get tips on monetizing your book and making money as a writer​ ​And many more helpful tips… Steve and I both know that habits, routine, and commitment are key to achieving any goal you set your sights on, especially a goal that involves writing - which relies so heavily on your ability to be (​simultaneously​)​ creative and disciplin

Peter Shankman – speaker, coach, writer, and fitness enthusiast – decided a long time ago that he wasn’t going to let ADD lead to a life of medication, and the desire to overcome his condition was so strong it led to a full-on challenge of Western medicine. Peter’s goal is to help people with limiting beliefs and disorders come up with alternative solutions to managing their diagnoses so they can enjoy a rich, full life without hampering their natural state with unnecessary medication. Peter shares his hard-earned tips and tricks for managing ADD and living a rewarding, productive life, and also affirms the positive that comes from disorders like ADD. As I always say, “ADHD and creativity are pretty much the same thing…” In this episode, you will… Listen to insights about the creativity that comes from ADD unstifled by medication Hear why Peter Shankman thinks we’re overmedicating our kids who have ADD Understand why managing ADD is about learning to drive your brain differently Discover why developing ritu

Tim Ferriss and Richard Branson probably have quite a bit in common, but one thing I know for sure is that they’ve both been interviewed by our guest today, Nathan Chan, creator of the Top 10 business magazine, Foundr Magazine. In fact, Nathan’s also interviewed Deepak Chopra, Tom Robbins, Barbara Corcoran, Daymond John, and Gary Vaynerchuk, among others. On today’s episode, you will… • Discover why giving your best stuff away for free is a killer business move • Uncover the importance of a goal pyramid and learn how it will keep you on track! • Learn how to build trust to gain new customers and maintain a loyal following • Understand how every “no” ultimately leads to a “yes” and why persistence is key to your success • Get insights on why we tend choose the paths in life that we’re least afraid of   “The only failure is in giving up.” – Hal Elrod CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download the Transcript for Episode #125 (PDF) EPISODE SPONSORS Freshbooks: Freshbooks has created a super intuitive tool that

If you know any college students (or if you are in college), I highly recommend sharing today's episode with them.  This is a new interview I did with John ‘Izzy’ Israel, former semi-pro skateboarder, and author of the new book, Skating Through College: How to Pursue Your Passions and Make a Difference, Without Sacrificing Your GPA. We talk about the purpose of college beyond academics and how mentorship propelled him forward at important turning points in his life. John’s goal in speaking at colleges and youth events is to inspire students to discover their gifts while pursuing their passions and being rock stars in the classroom.  In this episode, you will… Hear us discuss the purpose of college as a platform for experiencing life  Discover how you can get paid to pursue your passions, while making money, and being a rock star in school  Uncover why surrounding yourself with achievers is key to your success And much more...    “Make great money, pursue your passion, do well in school…” – Hal Elrod CLI

Hello, Achieve Your Goals listeners! Today we’re going to be shaking things up a bit by talking about sustainable living. Some of you might be excited about this news, and others of you might be skeptical. If you find yourself asking, “Hal, what does this have to do with achieving your goals?” Well, I’ll tell you. Andrea and Charles Riggs from The Cultured Collective join us to share how food preparation, storage, and sourcing, directly correlates with our health, quality of life, and energy level. The more we nourish our bodies, the more energy we have to pursue our dreams and achieve our goals! Tune in to learn more about positioning yourself for success by increasing your energy level, one meal at a time! In this episode, you will… • Hear why ‘rejuvenation’ is the new ‘sustainability’ • Discover the truth about bacteria and why 95% of it is good for us! • Learn about the history of food preparation and storage • Listen to statistics on quality/quantity of life today vs. 100 years ago • Get actionable step

Today’s guest, John O’Leary, is here to share a heartfelt storyof survival that will leave you feeling grateful and inspired. WhenJohn was 9 years old, he was burned on 100% of his body andexpected to die. Today, he is a speaker and #1 bestselling author,teaching 50,000 people each year how to ‘live inspired.’ His book,On Fire: The 7 Choices to Ignite a Radically Inspired Lifewas published in March by Simon & Schuster and is a nationalbestseller. John’s story is more than a story of survival, though – it’s astory of triumph. Instead of allowing the permanent physical damageand emotional scarring to overwhelm hope, John conquered hisphysical barriers and chose to lead an authentic life designedaround helping others to conquer their own unique barriers andcreate inspired lives. You won’t want to miss this unbelievable, hope-filled episode.Tune in! In this episode, you will… • Hear John O’Leary’s gut-wrenching story of pain, hope, andsurvival • Learn how to give love unconditionally • Listen to John share h

I am honored and excited to introduce you to someone whose work I have personally been a fan of for a long time. Meet Brian Johnson, founder of Philosopher’s Notes and Optimal Living 101. Brian is one of the world’s leading experts in showing people how optimize their lives, and his mission is to “share more wisdom with the world… in less time.” He knows that the people who are most interested in optimal living books, are often the same people who have the least amount of time to spare. So, his approach helps you “get a little bit better today and take one more step in the direction of your highest potential,” without taking time away from the important things, like family and downtime. Tune in to learn more about saving time, increasing efficiency, and achieving a balanced life. In this episode, you will… Learn Brian’s five strategies for achieving major goals Find out what a ‘digital sunset’ is, and how it can change your life Get inspired to make value-based choices Discover how to start your morning,

Today's podcast episode is something I'm beyond excited to share with y'all! (Note: I just moved to Austin, Texas last week so I'm practicing my "y'alls" to fit in a little better with the locals :^)   Seriously though, this episode may be THE single most important podcast I've ever recorded, because of the implications for all of us (individually) AND for the global impact that this could ultimately make for millions (possibly billions) of people.    I mean we're literally talking about elevating the consciousness of the human race!    Today my business partner and one of my best friends (yes, we're BFFs) Jon Berghoff and I finally reveal the LIVE experience that will bring together the world's most dedicated Miracle Morning practitioners for the first ever "Miracle Morning Mastery & Co-Creation Experience!"    This is the first opportunity in history to both experience "Miracle Morning Mastery" (which will be led by myself, Jon Berghoff, and a team of world renowned experts in each of the SAVERS) while

Although Vasavi Kumar has appeared on dozens of TV shows, she has also been diagnosed with bi-polar disorder and started her career as a certified social worker. In other words, you are about to get an exceptionally diverse perspective to help you Achieve Your Goals! Today’s episode will help you reaffirm that solid character and work ethic are at the foundation of prosperity, and that committing to your goals authentically and tenaciously is what you really need to succeed. In this podcast, you will… Get Vasavi’s three game-changing tips for entrepreneurs Learn the value of solution-based coaching to keep you on track for success Hear how doing more than what is expected, will get you the results you want Learn why it’s important to take action, even if you don’t believe in yourself yet Discover the secrets of building self-respect and conquering insecurities to achieve your goals   “If you want to be the best, you have to be willing to invest.” – Vasavi Kumar CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download

Today I’m joined by Omar Zenhom, co-founder of the $100 MBA and Webinar Ninja, and I’m so excited for you to hear about his journey from formal education to entrepreneurship. Deciding to leave his career to become his own boss required a huge amount of courage and, as Omar says, “It’s really hard to quit something you’re good at.” In this episode, Omar shares why and how he decided to take that leap of faith, and the steps he’s taken since to ensure success with Webinar Ninja. In this podcast, you will… Discover why building trust is one of the best ways to grow your business Learn why your email list is your #1 business asset Hear how to create a webinar that adds value to your business Find out why having an audience is important, and learn how to grow yours Get insider marketing tips to ensure your webinar audience is captivated   “Remember the days you prayed for the things you have right now.” – Omar Zenhom CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download the Transcript for Episode #118 (PDF) JOIN THE CONVERS

This is a very unique episode of the Achieve Your Goals podcast, in that it was originally scheduled as a call that UJ Ramdas (creator of the 5-Minute Journal and the Productivity Planner) set up with me, to simply pick my brain on the topic of “Affirmations.” Right before our call, I asked UJ, “Hey, do you want to do this on Skype so we can record it and make it a podcast episode for the Achieve Your Goals listeners?” He was all for it, so what you’re about to hear is simply a conversation – a “Fireside Chat” – between two friends, who happen to enjoy geeking out on all things personal development. In this episode, you will… Learn the importance of affirmation Discover how to assess what you have achieved using affirmations Get to know the affirming words, phrases and statements that work Find out what your affirmation is Learn how to identify your Priority and Smart Goal   “Affirmation is a powerful way to shape your identity.” – Hal Elrod CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download the Transcript for Epis

Today’s episode was even more valuable than I anticipated! You’ll hear my interview withNick Nanton, four-time Emmy Award Winning director, producer, filmmaker, and CEO of The Dicks + Nanton Celebrity Branding Agency. Nick has co-authored 36 books and produced movies, events and television shows with the likes of Steve Forbes, Brian Tracy, President George H.W. Bush, Jack Canfield, Michael E. Gerber, Tom Hopkins, and Peter Diamandis. Listen in to hear about Nick’s background, how he does what he does, and how you can implement exactly what’s enabled him to accomplish so many extraordinary goals. In this episode, you will… Get a basis for how to answer all of your “ How to” questions Find out the strategy Nick used to win an Emmy! (You will be surprised and you can do the exact same thing !) Get a glimpse of Nick’s new film “Visioneer” (The Peter Diamandis Story) Learn how to Achieve MAJOR Goals by: Setting goals that scare the hell out of you Looking for ways to add value for every person you meet Balancing

Today's interview was a fascinating one for me to conduct, because as you may know, I am a HUGE fan of UFC and professional Mixed Martial Arts! Today’s guest is UFC fighter turned motivational speaker and author, Charlie “The Spaniard” Brenneman. While teaching Spanish to high school students, Charlie’s life took an unexpected turn when he won the first season of the hit television show "Pros vs Joes." He went on to become a professional UFC ​fighter, competing in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and earning the rank of #7 UFC fighter in the world! In this episode, you will… Discover the Success Principles that enabled Charlie to rise to be the #7 ranked UFC fighter in the world Gain an understanding of the importance of having “focus” in ​your ​life Learn ​the importance of establishing Core Values to guide every decision you make ​And much more... ​   “I tried to prepare myself for anything that will come my way.” – Charlie Brenneman CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download

Ready to embark on YOUR Hero's Journey? On today’s show, we have one guest and a guest host! Our co-host today is Jon Berghoff. Our guest, Pat Solomon, is the producer and director of the film Finding Joe, and has 12 years’ experience directing commercials. Both Jon and Pat are deeply fascinated with the work of Joseph Campbell, so we will be exploring that at length, as well as talking with Pat about how Campbell’s work influences his life and how this is reflected in his film. In this episode, you will… ​Discover​ the power of applying "The Hero's Journey​" in your life Hear how Pat ​​got his inspiration to create a film about Joseph Campbell Hear how Jon ​Berghoff ​was influenced by Joseph Campbell ​And much more...   “Follow your bliss.’’ – Joseph Campbell CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download the Transcript for Episode #114 (PDF) JOIN THE CONVERSATION >>If you enjoyed this post, if it added value to your life, please leave a quick comment below and SHARE with your friends. Thank YOU for paying it f

This is another solo episode. This time we’ll talk about the advice you would give to your younger self. Then we'll go one step further and project into your future, asking your future self what you would tell yourself – NOW. This podcast also gives my top 3 answers to the #1 question we recently received from members of the BestYearEverCoaching.net program – which, by the way, you can get a 7-day trial of! In this episode, you will… Hear what I'd tell my 25-year-old self Get my advice on rethinking your life’s goal and projects Create your definition of success from which to guide your choices Hear my own definition of success (Hint: It involved "Freedom" & "Fulfillment")   “I am worthy of extraordinary success.” – Hal Elrod CLICK TO TWEET   TRANSCRIPTS Download the Transcript for Episode #113 (PDF) JOIN THE CONVERSATION >>If you enjoyed this post, if it added value to your life, please leave a quick comment below and SHARE with your friends. Thank YOU for paying it forward! :^) COMMENT QUESTION: W