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Quotes:
"Concentrate every minute like a Roman—on doing what’s in front of you with precise and genuine seriousness." — Marcus Aurelius
"If a man knows not to which port he sails, no wind is favorable." — Seneca

🎧 Episode Summary:
Scott explores the lost art of focus in a world addicted to multitasking and hustle. He unpacks Marcus Aurelius’ call for disciplined, serious attention to the task at hand, and Seneca’s reminder that direction matters more than speed. With modern reflections—from rowing your own boat to learning from Alex Hormozi—this episode challenges you to slow down, choose your target, and give it everything.

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:

• Why focus is about doing the right thing, not everything
• How clarity of direction turns hustle into meaningful progress
• Practical strategies to commit fully to your goals, one block of time at a time

💬 Share This With a Leader Who:

• Is overwhelmed by too many projects or priorities
• Needs to clarify their vision and focus their energy
• Wants to trade scattered hustle for deep, effective work

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🔑 Keywords:

Focus, Discipline, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, Alex Hormozi, Hormozi, Strategic Planning, Goal Setting, Deep Work, Leadership, The Inner Strategy

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The Stoic Inner Strategy is your daily shortform podcast—your blueprint for modern leadership rooted in timeless truths.

Hosted by Scott Smith, founder of Akhada Consulting, co-founder of ChatWorx, and host of The Outsourcing Blueprint podcast, this series blends ancient Stoic wisdom with real-world business strategy to help you lead with clarity, manage both your teams and yourself effectively, and move with purpose.

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