Episode #171
Use a clear rule to know when to quit—Randy’s “three strikes” framework—unless a pursuit conflicts with your values, in which case quit immediately to free focus for better opportunities.
Audit and replace limiting beliefs about money, success, health, and relationships via a productive pause; expose cultural memes and confirmation bias, then reprogram with empowering beliefs.
Treat failure like a venture capitalist: expect many attempts to miss, learn from each, and create momentum with stair-step goals paired with meaningful self-rewards.
So I do three strikes and you're out. If I'm really attempting something and three times the universe shows me in some way this is not for you, I say, you know, I'm supposed to do something else.
You are supposed to be successful. We are designed as a species to grow up and be healthy and happy and prosperous.
They really understand the theme of your whole podcast, that failure is a stepping stone to success.
Habits of elite performers (44:53)
Randy Gage is a New York Times bestselling author and a member of the Speakers Hall of Fame. A high school dropout, Randy rose from a jail cell as a teen to become a successful multi-millionaire. Randy is the author of eleven books translated into 25 languages. He has spoken to more than 2 million people across more than 50 countries. He’s a thought-provoking critical thinker who will make you approach your life in a whole new way. When he is not prowling the podium or locked in his lonely writer’s garret, you’ll probably find him playing 3rd base for a softball team somewhere.
