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The Better You Blueprint37. 6 Simple Ways to EXPAND Your Comfort ZoneInstead of trying to “get out of” your comfort zone, try EXPANDING your comfort zone. In today’s episode Brett shares why he now prefers the word “expand”, when talking about comfort zones. Brett and Curtis then share 6 simple ways for you to start expanding your own comfort zone. This episode will give you all the tools you need to start feeling much more comfortable feeling uncomfortable.
Action Step: Think about all 6 examples in this episode and decide where you are going to start. Take action on that decision immediately. Expanding your comfort zone is possible for each of yo...2022-12-2628 min
The Better You Blueprint36. 5 Uncomfortable Truths You Need To Stop AvoidingNo more avoiding these”Uncomfortable Truths”, because in today’s episode we bring them straight to you with some tough love that we all need. 5 uncomfortable truths that are going to call you out, in the best way, and get you seeing and thinking differently. Do not skip this episode as it could be one of the most impactful episodes and the catalyst for positive changes in your life.
Action Step: Which “Uncomfortable Truth” made you feel the most uncomfortable, and resonated with you the most. Start there, and ask yourself, what is one change I can make that...2022-12-1928 min
The Better You Blueprint35. Greatness Lessons's from 4 G.O.A.T.'sWhat better way to learn how to find your own greatness than from a few GOAT’s. By GOAT’s of course we mean, Greatest Of All Time! In this episode we take lessons from 4 of the greatest to ever do it in their sport and industry. Listen closely to this episode and get your notebooks ready as we go to greatness class, and learn from a few of the very best to help you find your greatness!
Action Step: Whatever you are doing now, you are getting better at. Evaluate where you are currently spending your time...2022-12-1328 min
The Better You Blueprint34. Expand What's Possible w/ Physical Expansion Specialist, Daniel DiazFrom a broken back to running Ultra Marathons in the mountains, Daniel is going to have you rethinking anything you ever thought was impossible. In this episode, Daniel shares why running in nature helps his clients expand in all areas of their life, the importance of staying curious and choosing excitement over fear, and why most of us remain married to our limiting beliefs about our physical bodies, more than any other limiting beliefs we may have. Strap in because this one has all the feels, and will have you ready to lace up those running shoes!
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The Better You Blueprint33. The Scary Similarities Between Social Media & AlcoholWow, this episode was an eye opener! In the episode, Brett and Curtis break down all the different ways social media and alcohol are similar. Everything from when we use it, to the way it's marketed, how easy it is to binge, even how we are made to feel FOMO if we aren’t participating in it. We think you are going to find this topic just as fascinating as we did.
Action Step: Take a second and evaluate your relationship with both social media and alcohol. Are they both healthy relationships? Is there anything you would lik...2022-10-1031 min
The Better You Blueprint32. 5 Questions From Our ListenersIn this episode we answered some questions that came right from you guys, our listeners.
One habit we are currently struggling at, and our plan to improve? How to stop overthinking? How to use a negative consequence for positive accountability? How to get the creative juices flowing? The biggest change Curtis has felt since getting married? What did Brett’s journey of creating his business and transitioning to full time coaching look like? We also share one thing about each other that you might not expect.
Action Step: What habit are you currently struggling at, an...2022-10-0430 min
The Better You Blueprint31. 5 Motivational Quotes We Disagree WithIf you are like us, then you love a good motivational quote to get you going, and to help inspire you to action. However, in this episode, we breakdown 5 common motivational quotes that we not only disagree with, but think you should actually do the exact opposite.
Action Step: Identify some things in your life that you are holding onto that are no longer serving you, and ask yourself if it’s time to “quit” those things. Ask yourself if you are living with default kindness and respect and how could you be better at showing up this wa...2022-09-0130 min
The Better You Blueprint30. Brett's 1st Marathon, Completely Solo, Wearing A 25# Weight VestBrett recently completed his first marathon ruck (carrying weight) and did it in a very unique way, and for a very unique reason. Going through tough times can cause us to do some crazy things. For Brett, he decided to turn his focus to completing his very first marathon with less than 7 weeks of training. He also shares how and why he decided to up the difficulty and challenge for himself. If you have ever run an endurance race, thought about running a race, or are going through a tough time of your own, you will love this episode...2022-08-0458 min
The Better You Blueprint29. 5 Things To Do After A "Bad Day"OK, so you had a bad day. Now what? In today’s episode, we give you 5 things you need to do, in order to give yourself the best opportunity to bounce back tomorrow and make it a great day.
Action Step: Listen to this episode and be sure to SAVE THIS EPISODE for that next day that doesn’t go your way, so you can be sure one “bad day” doesn’t turn into two.
If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, family member, or co-worker who you think may benefit from it.2022-07-1030 min
The Better You Blueprint28. 2022 Mid-Year Check-In & ReviewDo NOT begin the 2nd half of the year without listening to this episode first. No matter how the first 6 months of the year went for you, this episode will set you up for the best opportunity to win the last half of the year and make any adjustments you may need, to ensure a strong finish to 2022.
Action Step: Listening into this episode can be helpful. However, sitting down and actually answering the 8 questions we cover, will be game changing for your next 6 months.
Do your year end goals still excite you?
What did you...2022-06-3034 min
The Better You Blueprint27. 3 Reasons You Are Struggling To Stay ConsistentIn order to become, and remain a high performer, you must be consistent. In today’s episode we break down the 3 most common reasons that people struggle with consistency. This episode will give you exactly what you need to build the habits, mindset, and discipline to show up and accomplish your goals more consistently than ever.
Action Step: Get real honest with yourself about how consistent you have been recently. Apply the 3 techniques from today’s show to change your language, focus, and mindset around consistency. Then put the lessons taught today into practice. Learning how to be co...2022-06-2135 min
The Better You Blueprint26. 5 Ways To Hold Yourself More AccountableWe all have things in our life that we know we need to get done, or want to do, but we just keep putting it off. Today, Brett and Curtis give you 5 easy and effective ways to instantly hold yourself more accountable and increase your chances of completing that Goal, new habit, or to-do list task. Accountability works! Time to raise your accountability, in order to raise your game!
Action Step: Review your goals or tasks and attach a specific deadline to it that you can begin to count backwards from. Then, reach out to someone, and...2022-06-1330 min
The Better You Blueprint25. Fitness, Business, & Big Mac's, with Syatt Fitness Owner, Jordan Syatt
Jordan Syatt has been a fitness and nutrition expert for over a decade and has worked with some high profile clients including Gary V. Today, Jordan sits down with us to share his take on the current state of fitness and nutrition, as well as his take on social media influencers and content creators in the health space and what we as consumers need to be aware of. Jordan also shares his shocking results from eating 1 Big Mac a day for 30 days! Stick around until the end to hear Jordan’s 3 wellness tips that he believes will sti...2022-06-0752 min
The Better You Blueprint24. 3 Ways To Improve Your Daily EnergyEnergy is massively underrated when it comes to assets that impact high performance. People with great energy, get more done, and usually impact the people around them in a positive way. In today’s episode we break down 3 ways that you can improve your energy, how to increase your energy, and most importantly what you need to do to protect your energy.
Action Step: After today's episode, complete the energy inventory exercise and assess your current energy, and the energy of the people around you. Then use the suggestions in today’s episode to start showing up with...2022-05-2329 min
The Better You Blueprint23. Overrated or Underrated: Round IIWorking for yourself, watching the news, having hobbies, cursing, following celebrity advice, being busy, and finding a workout you love. Are they overrated, underrated, or properly rated? Brett and Curtis debate their strong opinions in another funny and informative episode of “Overrated or Underrated!”
Action Step: Do you agree with Curtis, Brett, or do you disagree with both of us? Send us some topics you’d like us to debate during round 3!
For more personal content from us, be sure to follow us on IG: @curtishadzicki , @MotivatedByBrett2022-04-1829 min
The Better You Blueprint22. 8 Keys To Avoid ProcrastinationToday we are going to help you avoid the #1 enemy of productivity, which is procrastination. Nowadays, we are surrounded by so many opportunities to get pulled in different directions and opportunities to get distracted. So today, we are covering the 8 Keys to avoid procrastination, so that you can get more done, distraction free, in less time.
Action Step: Which of these 8 keys jumped out at you as your own personal biggest procrastination trap? Begin there and first try to tackle just that one area. Also, have a plan for your designated work periods and only surround yourself w...2022-04-0629 min
The Better You Blueprint21. 5 Tips To Help Transition Back Into The OfficeReturning to the office? Full time? Hybrid? Well today we got you covered by giving you 5 great tips to help you successfully and productively transition back into the office.
Action Step: Start with our 5th tip and work backwards from there. Every successful transition starts with great energy and a positive attitude.
For more personal content from us, be sure to follow us on IG: @curtishadzicki , @MotivatedByBrett .
If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who you think may benefit from it.
We would also really appreciate it...2022-04-0129 min
The Better You Blueprint20. The 6 Worst Excuses, & What You're Actually SayingReady to kick some of your excuses to the curb? This episode will help you identify the most common excuses, and also help to reframe them to hear what you are actually saying when you use them. This is a MUST listen episode if you are ready to start overcoming excuses!
Action Step: The next time you find yourself using one of these excuses, reframe it, and say what it really means. Use that reframe to help overcome that easy opt out, and limit your use of these 6 excuses.
For more personal content from us...2022-03-2329 min
The Better You Blueprint19. 6 Skills of High Performing IndividualsWant to be a high performer? Of course you do! That's why you are listening to this podcast. Well today you are in for a jam packed episode, this one is specifically for those ready to take their daily productivity and performance to the next level and begin enhancing the skills necessary to become a high performing individual.
Action Step: Evaluate your current daily performance and ask yourself how you can best implement, and begin to enhance these 6 skills in your own life.
For more personal content from us, be sure to follow us on I...2022-03-0939 min
The Better You Blueprint18. Overrated, Underrated, Or Properly Rated?Television, Journaling, Walking, Water, Social Media, Retreats, Siri, Alexa, Zoom Calls, and Alone time. Are they overrated, underrated, or properly rated? Brett and Curtis debate their opinion in a new fun episode with a lot of laughs.
Action Step: Do you agree with Brett, Curtis or do you disagree with both of us? Let us know, and also suggest some topics for our next round of Overrated, Underrated, or Properly Rated.
For more personal content from us, be sure to follow us on IG: @curtishadzicki , @MotivatedByBrett .
If you...2022-03-0329 min
The Better You Blueprint17. 6 Ways To Build & Improve Your Mental ToughnessMental Toughness is not just for football players and Navy Seals. Everyone can benefit from mental toughness, and in the episode we share 6 ways you can begin to build and improve yours!
Action Step: Try to be more aware of the voices in your head and listen to how often they try to talk you into choosing comfort, and also what situations they tend to show up. Try to do 1 thing everyday that makes you uncomfortable. The key to improved mental toughness is the ability to be more comfortable, being uncomfortable.
For more personal content...2022-02-2530 min
The Better You Blueprint16. The 5 Types Of People You Need To Avoid, If You Want To Be SuccessfulI know you want to be successful. How do I know this? Well you are listening to this podcast right? Exactly! In today’s episode we describe the 5 people you need to avoid if you want to be successful.
Action Step: Think about your life, and the people in it. Do any of those people immediately fall into these 5 categories? It may mean you need to create some boundaries, limit your time around them, or cut some people out of your life. Last part here is to honestly ask yourself if your name would end up on an...2022-02-1828 min
The Better You Blueprint15. The “Touch The Line Mentality,” & Why More Is Not The Best Way To Improve Your ResultsWant to level up your current standards in your life? Instead of defaulting to always doing more, try “touching the line” instead. Brett and Curtis dive deep into the positive ripple effect of holding yourself to a higher standard, and even the impact it can have on the people around you. As Curtis reminds us, “easy choices, hard life, or hard choices, easy life.” Listen in to hear why that becomes an easy motto to remember and a great motivator to follow through with your standards.
Action Step: Where is one area of your life where you want to...2022-02-0129 min
The Better You Blueprint14. What We Learned While Single, That Now Helps Us In Our RelationshipsIn today’s episode Brett and Curtis share some personal stories of dating and reflect on their days of being single. They share some of the lessons that they learned during that time and how it now helps them in their current relationships. Whether you are currently single or in a relationship, you will walk away with some great lessons and an opportunity to reflect on your own personal journey with all the relationships in your life, as well as your morals, values, and what you need to be happy.
Action Step: If you're currently in a rela...2022-01-2628 min
The Better You Blueprint13. 8 Common Mistakes You Must Avoid When Setting New GoalsWe know it’s January and January means new goals! Trust us, we are excited too! However, we want you to still remember those goals by March! In today’s episode we breakdown the 8 common pitfalls you need to avoid when setting your new goals or resolutions! Brett shares exactly how he walks his clients through the goal setting process to help them not just set goals, but actually achieve them! Get out your pen and notebooks, cause you are going to want to write these down!
Action Step: If you’ve already set goals, walk through them a...2022-01-2043 min
The Better You Blueprint12. Do You Have A Healthy Relationship With Money?Be sure to register for the free Best Year Ever Workshop, Brett is hosting on Tuesday, January 11th, CLICK HERE .
For more information and to apply for the next round of Brett’s 90 day coaching program, The Better You Blueprint check out MotivatedByBrett.com/Better-You .
In today’s episode we discuss the relationship we all have to money, and why it’s so important to make that relationship a healthy and positive one. We discuss how energy plays a crucial role in this relationship. Curtis and Brett share some money stories and shed some light on how...2022-01-1029 min
The Better You Blueprint11. How To Make Better Quality Decisions Every DayBe sure to register for the free Best Year Ever Workshop, Brett is hosting on Tuesday, January 11th, CLICK HERE .
For more information and to apply for the next round of Brett’s 90 day coaching program, The Better You Blueprint check out MotivatedByBrett.com/Better-You .
In today’s episode we discuss how to make better daily decisions. The average person makes tens of thousands of decisions a day. Today we do a deep dive into why Americans make more daily decisions today, than ever before. More importantly we offer some ways you can start reducing the...2022-01-0830 min
The Better You Blueprint10. What Are The 5 Things You Say To Yourself Most Often?In today’s episode we ask: What are the 5 things you say to yourself most often? We dive into self-talk while we compare and contrast the spiritual side of asking for what you want, and the tangible side of taking action on what you want.
Action Step: Take some time and think about the things you say to yourself most often? Are they negative and feeding you bad energy or are they positive, feeding you inspiration and confidence? How can you continue to feed that positive voice. Next ask yourself if you have been asking for what yo...2021-12-1627 min
The Better You Blueprint9. The ‘NO ZERO DAY” Mentality: How It Will Help You Win & Stay ConsistentIn today’s episode we dive into one of Brett’s favorite mentalities for staying consistent when it may be more challenging to follow your normal routine. Use this mentality when your routine changes, you travel, and especially during the holidays. Listen how Brett and Curtis break down what a No Zero Day means, and how you can use it to win more days, and stay consistent even when some things seem out of your control.
Action Step: Start small and create some simple daily self-care standards for yourself. Define what a “No Zero Day” looks like for your...2021-12-0830 min
The Better You Blueprint8. Push vs Maintenance & The Importance Of BothIn today’s episode we discuss the difference between a push-season and an off or maintenance season. Brett shares personal examples of why he is coming off a 3 month maintenance season and why he feels he’s now prepared for a push-season. Sometimes you’ll feel like you have all the energy for all the things, and sometimes you may feel like checking the box is good enough. Today we explain why both are ok and how you can recognize your own personal seasons!
Action Step: Think about when your personal seasons might be. What season are you in...2021-12-0127 min
The Better You Blueprint7. Create & Maintain Boundaries With Family, At Work, & With Your FridgeTitle: 7. How To Be Better At Setting & Maintaining Healthy Boundaries. In today’s episode we dive into the importance of boundaries and the massive role they play in our lives. Especially during the holidays, boundaries become more and more important. Listen in as we discuss the secrets of how to set, and more importantly maintain healthy boundaries with friends, family, co-workers, technology, the refrigerator, and even with ourselves.
Action Step: 1. Ask yourself what boundaries do you need to create in your life? 2. Now ask yourself WHY you need that boundary and HOW will make your life better, ea...2021-11-2427 min
The Better You Blueprint6. Don't Allow The Haters To Prevent You From Playing BigIn today’s episode we give you all the tools needed to handle “haters” and all those people who may doubt or question what you choose to do and how you choose to live your life. No matter what phase or level you are at there are always going to be people who disagree with what you are doing, throw shade at you, or even try to talk you out of it. We even share how haters can often be close friends or family. This was a fun episode to dive into because focusing on haters can cause you to was...2021-11-1627 min
The Better You Blueprint5. Want To Make Big Changes In Your Life, DON'T DO THIS!In today’s episode Brett Coach’s us on the best and worst places to start when attempting to make changes in your life. The change could be as simple as adding or removing a habit from your daily routine or as big as attempting a lifestyle change or moving to a new city. With great examples and suggestions on where to start, you will walk away from this episode confident on how to start making changes in your life.
Action Step: First ask yourself what change are you seeking? A new habit? Lifestyle? Some other form or c...2021-11-0828 min
The Better You BlueprintOutcome Goals & Effort Goals - Which Do You Need Right Now?In today’s episode we dive into the difference between Outcome Goals and Effort Goals. We share examples of each as well as the benefits of who would benefit from each. For those just starting out with goals, we also share which is the best place for you to start. Goals are important, and figuring out which type of goals you need are crucial to your success.
Action Step: Look over your goals and decide if they are Outcome or Effort based goals. Ask yourself if that type of goal is keeping your motivated, consistent and making pr...2021-11-0230 min
The Better You BlueprintHow to Crush Your Next Speech Or PresentationDo you feel any fear around public speaking? Want to elevate your speaking to the next level? If so, you do not want to miss this episode. In today’s episode Curtis recaps the personal fear and emotions that come with giving his recent Best Man Speech. We dive into all the elements of giving a great speech or presentation, how to overcome fear, and also the best ways to prepare so that you can knock it out of the park.
Action Step: The best way to get more comfortable public speaking is to do it more of...2021-11-0230 min
The Better You BlueprintFeedback: Who Should & Shouldn’t We Ask & Why Does It Suck SometimesIn today’s episode we dive into the importance of feedback, why we need it, but also why sometimes, it’s tough to hear. We share personal stories of receiving feedback and share why feedback from some people is more important, but also harder to hear. We give great tips on how to best receive and also utilize feedback to make progress. Why sometimes it’s not actually feedback we want, but actually something else instead! We reveal exactly what that “something else” is another value packed episode!
Action Step: Ask yourself who are you asking for feedback a...2021-11-0226 min
The Better You BlueprintYou Have To Start SomewhereToday’s episode was a milestone because although we are releasing it today, this episode was actually the first one we ever recorded. Fitting that in this episode we discuss the importance of starting, and all the emotions that go into starting. We break down the mental side of starting a new project or journey, the importance of focusing on the finish line, and why you can’t allow that to prevent messy action early on. This episode will encourage you to take the first step in your life, and perhaps starting that thing you’ve been thinking about for a whi...2021-11-0122 min