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Class of BusinessHow To Create Your Own Luck (and Momentum)—Rob Tracz | Ep 11If you've ever wondered why you keep grinding but don’t feel like you’re making progress, this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with Rob Tracz, high performance coach and creator of the Prime Performance process, to break down why entrepreneurs get stuck and how to move forward without burning out. You’ll pick up clear strategies for building momentum with less stress, uncover the principles behind lasting resilience, and hear exactly how Rob tracks his growth—down to the number of conversations, podcasts, and speaking gigs. We also get into creating your own luck, the...
2026-06-1541 min
Surviving the Side HustleE194 - Lessons from Cindy Van Eeckhout: Are You Rich on Paper but Poor Inside?In this episode, Rob Tracz chats with Cindy Van Eckhout about redefining success beyond financial metrics. They explore how high achievers can feel empty despite outward success, and how to build a life aligned with inner joy and purpose.Key TopicsThe distinction between being rich (money) and wealthy (fulfillment) and why it mattersRecognizing the signals of misalignment before burnout using body awareness and mindfulnessThe importance of listening to your inner "feeling" and how nature can reconnect you with your truthAdopting a growth mindset: "You either win or you learn," especially during challengesJoy as a way of being, not...
2026-06-1220 minSurviving the Side HustleE192 - Lessons from Michael LeBeau: The Ultimate Side Hustle ReframeIn this episode, host Rob Tracz explores how entrepreneurs can build sustainable businesses without quitting their day jobs. Featuring insights from Michael LeBeau, a high school teacher and electronics recycling entrepreneur, the discussion challenges common myths about entrepreneurship and offers practical strategies for side hustlers.Key Topics:How a full-time job can be an asset, not an obstacle, in building a side businessThe importance of leveraging stability and structure from your day jobThe power of awareness and education in creating new business opportunitiesWhy not all entrepreneurship needs to look grand—focus on solving manageable problemsThe mindset sh...
2026-06-0515 minSurviving the Side HustleE191 - How a Teacher Built a Tech Recycling Business Without Quitting His Day Job w/ Michael LeBeauIn this episode, Rob Tracz chats with Michael LeBeau, a high school computer science teacher and founder of Tech Cycle Solutions, who is making waves in the electronics recycling industry. They explore balancing a full-time teaching job with launching a side hustle focused on sustainability and data security, offering insights into starting, growing, and maintaining a purpose-driven business.Main Topics:The importance of secure electronics disposal and common misconceptions (0:00 - 2:57)How Michael transitioned from a tech background into electronics recycling (3:24 - 8:37)The role of support systems and managing imposter syndrome as a side hustle...
2026-06-0230 minSurviving the Side HustleE190 - Lessons from Glenn Bostock: Reimagining Business SuccessIn this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob Tracz dives into a transformative perspective on entrepreneurship with Glenn Bostock, founder and CEO of Snapcab. Glenn challenges traditional business models, emphasizing kindness, authenticity, usefulness, and seeing the business as a living organism. Discover how to shift from hustle culture to a more sustainable, value-focused approach.Main Topics Covered:The limitations of conventional hustle and top-down leadership in business growthBuilding a business on values: be kind, be authentic, be usefulStarting in the neighborhood: the importance of unglamorous work as a foundationTransitioning from technician to leader for scalable...
2026-05-2923 minSurviving the Side HustleE186 - Lessons from Andre Carvalho: The Hidden Danger of Staying ComfortableEmbracing Courageous Growth: When to Dismantle to Build BetterIn this episode, Rob Tracz explores the nuanced decision-making process behind knowing when to hold on or let go of what's working. Featuring insights from Andre Carvalho, a real estate investor and acquisitions expert, this conversation dives into how entrepreneurs can differentiate between reckless moves and courageous, strategic pivots.You’ll learn:Why successful entrepreneurs are willing to dismantle what's working for the sake of growthThe vital difference between courage and recklessness in business decisionsHow to prepare and plan for big moves without paralysisWhy a th...
2026-05-1520 minSurviving the Side HustleE184 - Lessons from Adam Willman: The Surprising Truth About Successn this episode, Rob Tracz explores the crucial questions entrepreneurs must ask themselves to align their pursuits with genuine fulfillment. Featuring insights from criminal defense attorney Adam Willman, the discussion covers how success can evolve, the importance of listening to your body's signals, and strategies for sustainable growth.Key Topics:The danger of chasing external definitions of success without reevaluationHow growth phases require redefining what success means for youRecognizing panic attacks and stress signals as valuable data, not weaknessThe importance of isolating what truly works in your businessThe myth of work-life balance versus the power of...
2026-05-0818 minSurviving the Side HustleE180 - Lessons from Brian Miller: The Simple Question That Leads Others to Own Their SolutionsIn this episode, Rob Tracz shares transformative insights from Brian Miller on how true leadership is about creating environments where others discover solutions on their own. Learn why being the smartest isn’t enough, and how cultivating ownership can elevate your team, business, and relationships.Main Topics:The misconception that being the smartest in the room equals influenceThe concept of ownership vs. motivation in team performanceHow environment and coaching evoke awareness and accountabilityThe importance of asking the right questions instead of giving solutionsCreating conditions that lead to self-discovery and sustainable growthIn this episode:Ro...
2026-04-2418 min
Your Next SuccessRob Tracz: Rethinking PerformanceSend us Fan MailWhat does performance actually mean—and how does it shape the life you’re building?In this episode of Your Next Success, Dr. Caroline Sangal talks with high-performance coach Rob Tracz about the role performance plays in personal and professional growth. Rob shares how his early experiences in sports introduced him to discipline, structure, and personal development, and how those patterns carried into his work with entrepreneurs and leaders today.Together, they explore how performance evolves over time, the importance of mentorship and self-awareness, and how individuals can...
2026-04-2144 minSurviving the Side HustleE179 - The Surprising Power of Asking Better Questions in Leadership and Life with Brian MillerExplore how coaching transforms leadership, decision-making, and personal growth through effective questioning and mindset shifts. Join Rob Tracz as he interviews Brian Miller, president of Coach Approach Ministries, on the art of asking better questions, coaching vs. consulting, and building responsibility and confidence.In this episode:Brian Miller’s unexpected journey into coaching after a challenging leadership experienceThe mindset shift from giving advice to asking questions that evoke awarenessWhy coaching works where traditional advice and consulting often fail in today’s environmentThe importance of coaching the person, not just the problem, to foster responsibility and growthHow aski...
2026-04-2148 minSurviving the Side HustleE178 - Lessons from Daniel Sears: The Hidden Signal for SuccessIn this episode, Rob Tracz dives into the critical role of the nervous system in high-pressure work and personal resilience. Featuring insights from Daniel Sears of NeuroGenesis, this episode explores how tuning into your body's signals can unlock sustainable performance and prevent burnout.Key Topics:The link between nervous system health and overall performanceHow stress and pressure impact clarity, patience, and intuitionThe importance of recognizing early body signals before burnout occursThe heart's neurons and their influence on brain functionAnxiety as a signal collision and how to interpret itLessons from Daniel Sears’ military background and its impact on...
2026-04-1716 minSurviving the Side HustleE177 - The Neuroscience Hack That Transforms Anxiety Into Clarity & Inner Peace with Daniel SearsIn this episode of "Surviving the Side Hustle," Rob Tracz sits down with Daniel Sears, founder of NeuroGenesis, to explore how nervous system health impacts high performance, resilience, and overall well-being. Discover practical insights into managing burnout, improving emotional regulation, and enhancing performance through somatic practices and advanced neurofeedback technology.Key Topics:Daniel Sears’ journey from health crises to pioneering nervous system optimizationThe importance of heart-brain coherence and the neuroscience behind itHow emotional suppression and avoidance can harm physical and mental healthPractical somatic techniques like shaking, breathing, and movement for trauma releaseThe role of brainwave states (alpha, theta, ga...
2026-04-1447 minSurviving the Side HustleE176 - Lessons from Vinny Brusco: Why Comfort Keeps Your StuckIn this episode, Rob Tracz shares key insights on how internal conversations and self-awareness shape your success and resilience. Discover how to lean into discomfort, reframe your identity, and harness energy for meaningful growth.Main Topics:The impact of internal voice and conscious reflection on personal developmentWhy alignment often feels uncomfortable and how to navigate itDifferentiating between grinding vs. being called to actionThe importance of recognizing and managing energy leaksBuilding resilience through testing yourself and embracing challengeThe role of identity change in growth and successTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: The blend of alignment, identity...
2026-04-1011 min
Steve Reynoso PodcastSuccess Cost Him Everything… Then He Woke Up | Rob TraczIn this episode, I sit down with Rob Tracz to break down the truth about entrepreneurship, burnout, and success.We talk about building a business, working nonstop, hitting plateaus, and what happens when success starts costing you your relationships, health, and happiness.If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or creator trying to grow, this episode will give you a real perspective on discipline, balance, and what success actually means.Follow Rob Tracz : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/robtracz/Website : https://robtracz.com/Youtube : @SurvivingtheSideHustle-g3i Follow Steve Reynoso : Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/steve_reynoso/Tiktok : https://www.tikt...
2026-04-081h 09
Purpose Driven SuccessEpisode 015: Sustainable High Performance and Burnout Recovery with Rob TraczPurpose Driven Success with Mo SalamiEpisode 015: Sustainable High Performance and Burnout Recovery with Rob TraczEpisode Description:In this episode, host Mo Salami welcomes high‑performance coach Rob Tracz to dismantle hustle culture and reveal a sustainable path to success without burnout. Rob shares his personal journey from relentless grind through career‑limiting exhaustion to redefining success around energy management, identity, and intentional living. You’ll learn the difference between “robot mode” and “human mode,” w...
2026-04-0739 min
The Leaders' Arena PodcastWhy High Performers Burn Out | Connecting With Yourself and Mastering Solopreneurship with Rob TraczHigh performance often comes at a high price. In this episode of The Leaders' Arena, hosts Clifford Starks and Nate Fochtman sit down with Rob Tracz, a former strength and conditioning coach turned high-performance strategist.Rob opens up about his journey from "robot mode,” working 16-hour days and losing touch with his family - to the wake-up call of losing his father to cancer. We dive deep into the "rugby mentality" of leaving it all on the field, the transition from side hustle to CEO, and why the ultimate goal of business isn't just money - it's co...
2026-04-0356 minSurviving the Side HustleE174 - Lessons from Jill Dunn: Dating to EntrepreneurshipIn this episode, Rob Tracz explores how the principles of dating mirror the mindset needed for successful entrepreneurship and personal growth. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mindset, intentionality, and embracing change to prevent stagnation.Key Topics:How mindset and patterns influence business and life outcomesThe origin story of a successful singles event from personal challengesThe illusion of infinite options created by dating apps and AIThe concept that most obstacles are internal, not external opportunitiesThe importance of focusing on fewer, more committed actions for greater resultsWhy change is inevitable and necessary for growthThe analogy of dating...
2026-04-0311 min
The Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast with Vicki NoethlingRob Tracz on Unlocking Your Full Potential: The Six Principles to Elevate Your Life and Business🎙️ Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast
Host: Vicki Noethling
Guest: Rob Tracz
Episode Title: Unlocking Your Full Potential: The Six Principles to Elevate Your Life and Business
What does it truly take to unlock your full potential—without burning out in the process?
In this powerful episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with Rob Tracz, a dynamic coach and speaker who helps driven entrepreneurs break through stagnation and achieve holistic success. As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob guides high performers to Look Good, Feel Go...
2026-03-2934 minSurviving the Side HustleE172 - Lessons from Ali Badi: Breaking Barriers to Scaling Your BusinessAre you hitting a growth wall that effort and strategy alone can't break?This episode explores how access to funding can be the game-changer for entrepreneurs looking to scale. Host Rob Tracz dives into the journey of Ali Badi, a credit expert turned financing strategist, revealing insights that can empower you to unlock growth opportunities.In this episode:How lack of capital often halts scaling, not effort or skillAli Badi’s pivot from aspiring lawyer to credit industry innovatorThe shift from credit repair to building fundable profilesHow AI accelerates credit profiling from da...
2026-03-2709 minSurviving the Side HustleE170 - Lessons from Meghan Higney: The Hidden Danger of Chasing SuccessRedefining Entrepreneurship: Finding Alignment and AuthenticityIn this episode, Rob Tracz dives into the real challenges of building a side hustle that truly aligns with your life and values, featuring insights from Megan Higney. Whether you're a founder or aspiring entrepreneur, discover how to create a sustainable, purpose-driven business without sacrificing your well-being.Key topics:The common trap of recreating old stress habits in entrepreneurshipMegan Higney’s transition from private equity investor to founder and operatorOvercoming internal barriers like permission and identity doubtsThe importance of internal narrative in shaping your external successHow to design yo...
2026-03-2011 minSurviving the Side HustleE168 - Lessons from Bart Merrell: How One Question Can Unlock Hidden IncomeHow to Monetize Opportunities and Build Multiple Income Streams | Surviving the Side HustleIn this episode, Rob revisits a recent interview with side hustle expert Bart Merrill, who shares transformative insights on turning everyday opportunities into revenue streams, the importance of persistence, and leveraging adversity for success.Key Topics:The mindset shift from traditional side hustles to monetization thinkingHow to identify and capitalize on existing skills and opportunitiesThe importance of multiple income streams for financial resilienceReal-life examples like becoming a CDL examiner and turning personal challenges into incomeThe role of AI as a tool...
2026-03-1312 minSurviving the Side HustleE166 - Lessons from Jay Setchell: How To Keep Moving ForwardIn this episode, Rob Tracz interviews Jay Setchel, a survivor who has faced near-death experiences, multiple surgeries, and catastrophic injuries, yet continues to push forward. Jay shares powerful insights on resilience, the importance of persistence, and how shifting perspective can redefine what is possible, especially for entrepreneurs facing setbacks.Key Topics:The mindset that "it's always too soon to quit," even after life-threatening setbacksThe distinction between strength "inside" vs. "within" and how experience builds resilienceThe importance of perspective in overcoming business and personal challengesHow to differentiate hope from belief—commitment versus wishful thinkingThe value of small, consistent actions: "In...
2026-03-0614 min
Your Brand AmplifiedUnstuck and Unstoppable: Rob Tracz's Prime Performance System for EntrepreneursRob Tracz's evolution from strength and conditioning coach to performance strategist reveals a critical truth: sustainable success requires addressing the whole person, not isolated skills. After experiencing severe burnout—working fifteen-hour days for three years without rest—and losing his father to cancer, Rob recognized that mastery in one domain means nothing if you've sacrificed relationships, health, and purpose. His insight cuts through the noise of specialized coaching: optimize everything or optimize nothing.
Rob's Prime Performance Coaching Framework directly addresses why purpose-driven professionals feel stuck despite consistent effort. Rather than asking clients why they want success, he asks...
2026-02-0936 minSurviving the Side HustleE155 - The Long Game: Building Wealth & Opportunity Over Time with Michael CobbIn this episode, Rob sits down with Michael K. Cobb, an international entrepreneur and investor with over 30 years of experience building businesses across Central and South America. What started as a “side hustle” overseas turned into long-standing enterprises in international banking, real estate development, timber, and global investing.This conversation is a masterclass in long-term thinking, preparation, and what it really takes to build something that lasts.Most side hustlers and entrepreneurs are trapped in short-term thinking.They want results fast. They chase the “get rich quick” play. An...
2026-01-2745 min
Reignite ResilienceSilent Pauses, Stronger Progress + Resiliency with Coach Rob Tracz (Part 2)Send us Fan MailFire needs oxygen, and so does your ambition. We explore how a simple, conscious reflection practice can pull you out of nervous busyness and into focused momentum, especially when big goals start to create anxious energy. With guest Rob, we break down how three to five minutes of quiet can reveal whether you’re rested, challenged, and moving the needle—then show how to use seasonal deadlines to push hard, pause, and recover without burning out.We get tactical about adapting routines to match your season so the morning ritual that once...
2026-01-2226 min
Sacred HarmonySustainable High Performance Without Burnout for Modern Leaders with Rob Tracz
In this episode of Sacred Harmony, host Aanya sits down with high performance coach Rob Tracz to unpack what it really means to succeed without burning out. Together, they explore how leaders and achievers can maintain momentum, clarity, and confidence without sacrificing their well-being.
This conversation is for driven professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders who feel stretched or misaligned despite external success. Rob shares practical frameworks to help listeners realign ambition with values, build resilience, and create sustainable success that lasts.
About the Guest:Rob Tracz is a high performance coach and keynote s...
2026-01-2125 minSurviving the Side HustleE153 - From Success to Significance: Discovering Your Vocation with Florian KemmerichWhat happens when you achieve the life you were told to want… and realize it isn’t yours?In this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob sits down with Florian Kemmerich — founder of On Vocation, author, investor, and global thought leader — to explore what it truly means to align your work with who you are.At just 33 years old, Florian walked away from a high-level corporate career, a marriage, and a version of “success” that looked good on paper but felt empty in real life. What followed was a deep personal reckoning that led him...
2026-01-2047 minReignite ResilienceFrom Burnout To Alignment + Resiliency With Coach Rob Tracz (Part 1)Send us Fan MailWhat if the grind that made you “successful” quietly stripped away your health, relationships, and joy? We sit down with high-performance coach and speaker Rob Tracy to unpack robot mode—the autopilot that looks productive but erodes your life—and how he rebuilt sustainable momentum by realigning identity, values, and goals.Rob shares his path from collegiate athlete and strength coach to 17-hour days, seven days a week, and the painful wake-up call of losing time with his father before he passed. The turning point wasn’t a bigger hustle; it was a Frid...
2026-01-1926 minSurviving the Side HustleE152 - Lessons from Beth Mielbrecht: Your Body Is Not the EnemyHere’s a hard truth most high performers don’t want to hear:Your body isn’t slowing you down — your ignorance of it is.In this Friday Recap, Rob breaks down the biggest lessons from this week’s conversation with Beth Mielbrecht, a health coach with 35 years of experience as a mechanical engineer. Beth doesn’t treat health as mysterious or spiritualized — she treats it as a system. And systems, when understood, can be fixed.This episode is a wake-up call for driven side hustlers, solopreneurs, and high achievers who believe they can outwork the co...
2026-01-1618 min
The 200% Marriage Podcast117. Surviving the Side Hustle: How to Protect Your Relationships While Building Your Empire with Rob Tracz | Road of Life PodcastRoad of Life Podcast Episode 117
Don't Let Your Business Growth Become Your Marriage’s Funeral
Ever feel like you’re winning at the office but losing at home? Like you’re building a legacy for your family, yet you’re becoming a stranger to the person sitting across from you at dinner?
Meet Rob Tracz. Rob is a high-performance coach, keynote speaker, and the founder of Prime Performance Coaching.
But before he was helping entrepreneurs master resilience and clarity, he was learning the hard way what happens when you prioritize the "hustle"...
2026-01-1539 minSurviving the Side HustleE151 - Engineering Health: The Foundation of Business Performance with Beth MielbrechtWhat if your biggest business bottleneck isn’t strategy, effort, or execution — but your health?In this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob sits down with Beth Mielbrecht, a health coach with a surprising background: 35 years as a mechanical engineer. Rather than abandoning her engineering identity, Beth layered it into her work — applying systems thinking, problem-solving, and structure to human health.This conversation explores why entrepreneurs and side hustlers so often ignore their bodies while building something meaningful — and why that tradeoff always shows up later as burnout, pain, po...
2026-01-1345 min
The divine decode PodcastHigh Performance Without Burnout: Build Clarity, Resilience, and Sustainable Momentum with Rob Tracz
In this episode of The Divine Decode, host Pragya sits down with performance coach Rob Tracz to reframe performance as alignment, not pressure. If you feel busy but unfulfilled, productive but not present, this conversation will hit home.
This episode is for entrepreneurs and leaders who look successful on the outside but feel stuck or exhausted inside. Rob shares simple frameworks to regain direction, protect your nervous system, and keep growing without turning your life into nonstop grind.
About the Guest:
Rob Tracz is a high performance coach, speaker, and creator of the Prime Performance P...
2026-01-1027 min
FI for Kids2026 Family Goal Setting: The F.L.A.G. Framework (Stop Making Resolutions) with Rob TraczResolutions rarely last past February. This year, try a framework instead.If you feel like you are standing at the base of a "new mountain" in 2026—whether that is a financial milestone, a career pivot, or a new season of parenting—you cannot use your old map to climb it.In this New Year’s special, I sit down with Performance Coach Rob Tracz to dismantle the traditional "New Year, New Me" hype. Instead, we focus on alignment. We discuss why willpower fails, why you need to stop chasing your "past self," and how to build...
2026-01-0143 minFI for Kids2026 Family Goal Setting: The F.L.A.G. Framework (Stop Making Resolutions) with Rob TraczResolutions rarely last past February. This year, try a framework instead.If you feel like you are standing at the base of a "new mountain" in 2026—whether that is a financial milestone, a career pivot, or a new season of parenting—you cannot use your old map to climb it.In this New Year’s special, I sit down with Performance Coach Rob Tracz to dismantle the traditional "New Year, New Me" hype. Instead, we focus on alignment. We discuss why willpower fails, why you need to stop chasing your "past self," and how to build...
2026-01-0143 minSurviving the Side HustleE147 - Top 10 Lessons from Prime Performers on Surviving the Side Hustle (pt. 1)As we close out 2025, reflection matters just as much as goal-setting. In this solo episode, Rob looks back on five of the most impactful conversations from Surviving the Side Hustle so far — not tactical how-tos, but core truths about health, identity, effort, and alignment.Sometimes Life Has to Break You Before It Can Align YouGuest: Holly PorterHolly shared her near-death experience and the health collapse that forced her to stop everything. What stood out most wasn’t just the trauma — it was the clarity that follow...
2025-12-3028 minSurviving the Side HustleE145 - Freedom to Shift: How Dr. Moe Helps High Achievers Escape Overload & Reclaim Their HealthIn this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob sits down with Dr. Maureen “Moe” Gibbons — physician, entrepreneur, lifestyle medicine expert, and author of the new book Freedom to Shift.Dr. Moe specializes in helping high achievers trade burnout for bandwidth through systems, biology, boundaries, and intentional living. After spending 15 years in emergency medicine, completing seven Ironmans, and battling long-term weight and health challenges, she discovered the hard truth:You can’t hustle your way out of poor health.Now she’s on a mission to help peopl...
2025-12-2346 min
Food 101Food 101, now in its fifth season, features Rob Tracz as a special guest, sharing his passion for one of the most versatile and foundational ingredients in the culinary world—eggs. In this episode, Rob Tracz explores why eggs hold a central place in global cuisine, from simple comfort dishes to refined culinary techniques, highlighting their nutritional value, adaptability, and timeless appeal. The conversation brings fresh perspective to an everyday ingredient, revealing how creativity, technique, and respect for basics can transform eggs into extraordinary dishes that connect culture, nourishment, and flavor.Food 101, now in its fifth season, features Rob Tracz as a special guest, delivering an engaging and flavorful conversation centered on one of the most humble yet powerful ingredients in the culinary world—eggs. In this episode, Rob Tracz shares why eggs are a cornerstone of both home cooking and professional kitchens, exploring their unmatched versatility across cultures, cuisines, and techniques, from simple breakfasts to refined gourmet creations. The discussion highlights how eggs teach essential culinary principles such as timing, temperature, texture, and balance, while also emphasizing their nutritional value and accessibility. By elevating an everyday ingredient through passion, crea...
2025-12-2023 minSurviving the Side HustleE143 - From Science to Stage: How Mo Salami Redefined SuccessIn this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob sits down with Mo Salami — a scientist turned global speaker who walked away from a high-paying pharmaceutical career to pursue a life of purpose, service, and personal development.Mo’s story begins in a world where academic achievement defined success. After earning multiple science degrees and securing a prestigious role, he found himself working 16-hour days, exhausted and unfulfilled. Everything changed in a London bookstore when he stumbled upon The Success Principles by Jack Canfield — a single moment that became his catalyst into mindset work, personal develo...
2025-12-1649 minSurviving the Side HustleE142 - Lessons from Meredith & Craig: Relationship Advantages for Side HustlersIn this recap of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob dives into the key lessons from his conversation with Meredith & Craig — a husband-and-wife duo who turned their marriage into the foundation for a thriving coaching business.After leaving corporate careers, stumbling through real estate, and facing financial stress, they discovered their true gift wasn’t in properties — it was in people, connection, and partnership. Today they help couples strengthen communication, deepen trust, and build unstoppable momentum together.This episode explores how aligned relationships fuel growth, energy, clarity, and confidence — not just at home, but in busin...
2025-12-1210 minSurviving the Side HustleE141 - How to Build a Marriage That Fuels Momentum with Meredith & CraigIn this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob and Greg sit down with Meredith and Craig, a couple from Prince Edward Island who walked away from comfortable corporate careers to build a life and business together.After being asked to move across the country, facing a serious illness in the family and stumbling through a real estate venture that drained their energy, they realized something important:They were great at the corporate game, but completely out of alignment with the life they actually wanted.Through personal growth, hard conversations and a lot...
2025-12-0946 minSurviving the Side HustleE140 - Lessons from Quinn Magnuson: Unlocking Sustainable SuccessIn this episode of "Surviving the Side Hustle," host Rob Tracz sits down with Quinn Magnuson, a former professional football player turned leadership and performance coach. They explore the transformative power of focusing on effort over results. Quinn shares his journey from the CFL to the boardroom, emphasizing the importance of resilience, grit, and creating environments that prioritize psychological safety. Discover how shifting your focus from outcomes to effort can ignite motivation, build resilience, and sustain long-term performance. Tune in to learn how to control the controllables and thrive in any environment.
2025-12-0512 min
Cosmic ConfluenceCan You Create Your Own Luck In Business And Life With The LUCK Framework ? Featuring High Performance Coach Rob TraczOn this episode of Cosmic Confluence with Sana we unpack the myth of being “just lucky” and turn it into an actual operating system for your life and business. High performance coach and keynote speaker Rob Tracz breaks down his LUCK framework. Leverage your uniqueness. Understand your audience. Collaborate often. Keep showing up. You will hear how preparation, clarity and real human connection quietly stack the odds in your favor so you stop waiting for a miracle client or viral moment and start engineering your own opportunities. If you have ever looked at someone’s big break and thought “why not...
2025-12-0222 minSurviving the Side HustleE139 - From Gridiron to Boardroom: Quinn's Inspiring JourneyEpisode Summary:In this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob sits down with Quinn Magnuson — a former professional football player turned leadership and performance coach who now leads the Effort Over Results movement.From growing up in poverty and battling a “world’s out to get me” mindset, to competing for Team Canada and eventually becoming a business owner and coach, Quinn’s story is one of resilience, grit, and perspective. He’s lived the highs of chasing greatness — and the burnout that comes with measuring success only by outcomes.Now, Quin...
2025-12-0251 minSurviving the Side HustleE138 - Lessons from Scott Maderer: Mastering Time, Money, & MindsetEpisode Summary:In this week’s recap of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob unpacks his powerful conversation with Scott Maderer — a stewardship coach, author, and host of the Inspired Stewardship Podcast.Scott turned burnout, financial chaos, and even suicidal thoughts into a purpose-driven mission: helping Christian men and couples master their time, money, and mindset so they can live out their calling without burning out.This episode dives deep into what it really means to steward your time, talent, and treasure, and why the secret to s...
2025-11-2811 minSurviving the Side HustleE137 - From Financial Crisis to Coaching Others: Scott Maderer Shares His JourneySummaryIn this episode of Surviving the Side Hustle, Rob Tracz interviews Scott Maderer, a stewardship coach who helps Christian men and couples master their time, talent, and treasure. Scott shares his journey from various careers to coaching, emphasizing the importance of communication styles, leadership, and understanding client needs. He discusses the difference between coaching and consulting, the significance of psychographics in connecting with clients, and offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs looking to grow their side hustles.TakeawaysScott Maderer helps Christian men and couples master their time, talent, and treasure.Coaching focuses...
2025-11-2538 min
Launch Point LeaderLife is a Gym | Rob Tracz | A Wise and Happy Life PodcastIn this inspiring episode of A Wise and Happy Life, host Bob Martin welcomes Rob Tracz — strength coach, high-performance mentor, and host of Surviving the Side Hustle. Rob shares how lessons from the weight room became the foundation for his personal and professional transformation.
After years of burnout, 17-hour workdays, and the loss of his father, Rob realized that true strength isn’t measured in pounds lifted but in the resilience, reflection, and courage to change course. Together, Bob and Rob explore the power of “showing up,” finding balance, and building emotional and mental fitness as intentionally as physi...
2025-11-2434 min
The Flow with Bob MartinLife is a Gym | Rob Tracz | A Wise and Happy Life PodcastIn this inspiring episode of A Wise and Happy Life, host Bob Martin welcomes Rob Tracz — strength coach, high-performance mentor, and host of Surviving the Side Hustle. Rob shares how lessons from the weight room became the foundation for his personal and professional transformation.
After years of burnout, 17-hour workdays, and the loss of his father, Rob realized that true strength isn’t measured in pounds lifted but in the resilience, reflection, and courage to change course. Together, Bob and Rob explore the power of “showing up,” finding balance, and building emotional and mental fitness as intentionally as physi...
2025-11-2434 minSurviving the Side HustleE136 - Lessons from Bob Martin: From Miami's Chaos to Mindful ClarityIn this episode, Rob Tracz recaps his conversation with Bob Martin, a former lawyer turned wellness professor and meditation teacher. Bob shares his journey from the chaotic lifestyle of Miami's criminal courts to a life of mindfulness and wisdom. TakeawaysTiming is everything; success comes when you learn to sense the right moment.Retreat isn't a weakness; it's wisdom to recharge and regain clarity.Intuition plus rationality equals real insight.Bob Martin's journey from Miami's chaos to mindfulness.The importance of aligning with the right timing in life.Self-care is a necessity, not a...
2025-11-2111 min
Inner SkilledThe Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture: Strength Coach Rob Tracz's Wake-Up CallIn this heartfelt conversation, high-performance coach Rob Tracz shares his journey from an overworked strength & conditioning coach (12–15 hour days, 7 days a week for years) to becoming a “Prime Performer” coach for young entrepreneurs and side-hustlers. Rob opens up about the personal cost of hustle culture — deteriorating health, lost relationships, and missing precious time with his father during his final months with pancreatic cancer.Through these hard lessons, Rob discovered that true success isn’t more money or hours worked — it’s living in alignment with your deepest core values, cultivating self-awareness, and building a life that still has room...
2025-11-1839 min
Kultivation with Kevie: Stories, Nostalgia and EmpowermentLook Good, Feel Good, Do Great Things with High-Performance Coach Rob Tracz | Next Level Voices Ep. 22Welcome to Episode 22 of the Next Level Voices Series on Kultivation w/ Kevie!In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rob Tracz—coach, speaker, and founder of Prime Performance Coaching—to explore what it truly means to break out of “robot mode” and step into a fulfilling, balanced, and purpose-driven life. Rob shares how years of overworking, emotional shutdown, and personal loss pushed him toward a major awakening.We dive deep into burnout, stagnation, resilience, and the mental shifts entrepreneurs need to build momentum and live fully. Rob breaks down his Look Good → Feel Good → Do...
2025-11-1833 minSurviving the Side HustleE135 - From Criminal Defense to Mindful Living: Bob Martin's Art of Timely ActionIn this episode, Rob Tracz interviews Bob Martin, a former high-powered criminal trial lawyer turned mindfulness mentor. Bob shares his transformative journey from the chaotic world of Miami's cocaine cowboy era to embracing mindfulness and meditation. He discusses the importance of timing in life decisions, the wisdom of the I Ching, and the challenges of maintaining intuition in a modern, technology-driven society. Bob emphasizes the significance of retreating at the right time and how this practice can lead to personal growth and understanding. He also highlights his teaching experiences and the impact he aims to create through his work.
2025-11-1842 minSurviving the Side HustleE134 - Lessons from Gary Chupik: Hesitation Has a PriceIn this episode, Rob Tracz recaps his conversation with Gary Chupik, a mental performance coach with nearly 30 years of experience. They discuss the importance of trusting oneself, the cost of hesitation, and the journey from coping to thriving. Gary shares insights on building confidence through preparation and action, and the concept of whole life excellence.TakeawaysHesitation has a cost in both sports and life.Confidence is built through preparation and proof.Whole life excellence is the ultimate goal.Indecision is still a decision and often costly.Gary Chupik's journey from reluctant leader to coach.The...
2025-11-1409 min
Guidance in Recovery | Sobriety JourneysHow to Adjust Your Burnout Graph to Optimize Your Life with Rob TraczSummary
In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with performance coach Rob Tracz about his journey from experiencing burnout to helping others navigate their own struggles. Rob shares his personal story of overcoming challenges, the impact of his father's illness, and the importance of recognizing the signs of burnout. He emphasizes the need for self-reflection, community support, and aligning one's work with personal passions to avoid burnout and achieve fulfillment. In this conversation, Rob Tracz and Keegan Read delve into the complexities of burnout, self-reflection, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of recognizing...
2025-11-1356 minSurviving the Side HustleE133 - Mental Performance Mastery: Bridging Crisis to Transcendence with Gary ChupikIn this episode, Rob Tracz interviews Gary Chupik, a mental performance coach with nearly 30 years of experience. They discuss Gary's journey into coaching, the importance of mindset and mental performance in both sports and business, and the frameworks he uses to help clients achieve excellence. Gary shares insights on overcoming stagnation, making decisions, and building trust and confidence. He emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to mental health and personal development, aiming for a transcendent life rather than just coping. The conversation concludes with Gary's aspirations for global impact through his coaching methodologies.Takeaways...
2025-11-1133 minFood 101Food 101, now in its fifth season, features Rob Tracz as a special guest sharing his passion for his favorite food—eggs.Rob TraczGuiding Entrepreneurs to Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Great Things!Today’s guest is Rob Tracz — a high-performance coach, speaker, and creator of the Prime Performance Process, a system that helps driven entrepreneurs and leaders break through stagnation and build sustainable momentum in both life and business.As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob teaches individuals and teams how to look good, feel good, and do great things by mastering six core principles: Resilience, Intentionality, Clarity, Optimization, Social Influence, and Opportunity Creation.Rob’s work blends storytelling, psycho...
2025-10-2923 min
Healed and ChilledRob Tracz: Performing Without Burning Out — How to Lead, Thrive, and Stay AlignedIn this empowering episode of Healed and Chilled, Coach Yana—the Children’s Confidence Coach—sits down with Rob Tracz, High-Performance Coach, Speaker, and Creator of the Prime Performance Process.Rob helps entrepreneurs, leaders, and creators break through stagnation, rebuild momentum, and lead with confidence, clarity, and consistency. Through his six principles of sustainable success—Resilience, Intentionality, Clarity, Optimization, Social Support, and Opportunity Creation—he teaches people how to perform at their best without sacrificing their well-being.This episode explores what it really means to achieve sustainable success, how to find fl...
2025-10-1348 min
ObservedaySelf Improvement Month Hacks: Simple Habits With Big Results — Rob Tracz | Ep 76Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, trying to “improve” but not really getting anywhere? In this episode, I sit down with coach and entrepreneur Rob Tracz to dig into burnout, self-improvement, and why simply consuming podcasts or books isn’t enough to actually move forward. Rob shares how he broke out of “robot mode” and now helps side hustlers build businesses (and lives) that feel more integrated, not just jam-packed.Listen in to hear Rob’s six principles for sustainable self-improvement, and practical ways to create routines that work for you (not someone else’s checklist). If y...
2025-10-0724 min
Connected Leaders AcademyStop Spinning, Start Winning: How to Generate Momentum – Rob TraczConnected Leaders Academy In a world driven by hustle, hashtags, and highlight reels, it’s easy to mistake movement for progress. But momentum without meaning only leads to burnout. In this inspiring and practical talk, high-performance coach Rob Tracz debunks the myth that success comes from doing more, knowing more people, or being constantly “on.” Instead, he reveals a deeper truth: real momentum begins with clarity and connection. Through powerful personal stories — from EDM festivals and rugby fields to hospital rooms and Yankees games — Rob shares how losing himself in the grind led to a powerful realization: you don’t need more pe...
2025-09-2300 min
Connected Leaders AcademyStop Spinning, Start Winning: How to Generate Momentum – Rob TraczConnected Leaders Academy In a world driven by hustle, hashtags, and highlight reels, it’s easy to mistake movement for progress. But momentum without meaning only leads to burnout. In this inspiring and practical talk, high-performance coach Rob Tracz debunks the myth that success comes from doing more, knowing more people, or being constantly “on.” Instead, he reveals a deeper truth: real momentum begins with clarity and connection. Through powerful personal stories — from EDM festivals and rugby fields to hospital rooms and Yankees games — Rob shares how losing himself in the grind led to a powerful realization: you don’t need more pe...
2025-09-2324 min
Effort Over Results Podcast | Supporting Leaders in All Walks of Life - One Episode at a TimeEp. 041: How To Find Your Discomfort Zone - Rob TraczIn this episode of the Effort Over Results Podcast, Quinn Magnuson sits down with Rob Tracz—high-performance coach, speaker, and founder of Prime Performance Coaching and TAPS Training.
Rob helps ambitious entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes unlock sustainable success by mastering energy, resilience, and mindset—without burning out. We dive into:
✅ Why consistency is the true game-changer
✅ The difference between hustle and sustainable high performance
✅ How to spot burnout before it takes over
✅ Building systems and habits that actually stick
✅ Why authentic alignment matters more than algorithms
Whether you’re building a busin...
2025-09-1743 min
Through the FireThrough the Fire #70 - High Performance Coach, Speaker, and Podcast Host, Rob TraczToday, we're joined by Rob Tracz, a dynamic coach and speaker specializing in helping driven entrepreneurs break through stagnation to achieve holistic success. As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob guides clients to 'Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Great Things' by blending physical, mental, and emotional strategies that foster resilience, clarity, and peak performance. With a focus on creating awareness and avoiding burnout, Rob's methods empower entrepreneurs to elevate their lives and businesses simultaneously. Get ready for actionable insights and transformative strategies that will help you thrive both personally and professionally.
2025-09-0853 min
Inner LightBreaking Free from Robot Mode: Finding Clarity and Reclaiming Your Inner Light with Rob Tracz
In today’s episode of Inner Light, high-performance coach Rob Tracz joins us to unpack the hidden costs of living in “robot mode”—that state of relentless productivity that leaves you successful on paper but disconnected in life. Rob explains how high achievers can escape burnout cycles, set meaningful boundaries, and align their goals with their true values. We explore why clarity is so elusive, how mentorship can accelerate self-awareness, and why slowing down might be the key to real momentum.
If you’ve been busy but unfulfilled, this conversation is your call to step back, recalibrate, and reigni...
2025-08-2817 min
My Podcast StoryHitting 100 Episodes: My Podcast Survival Story Revealed — Rob Tracz | Ep 73If you’re looking to move your podcast from a hobby to a structured side hustle — or even a real business — you’ll get a lot from this conversation with Rob Tracz. We dive right into the practical side of podcasting: how systems, tools, and well-designed processes free up your time for real connection and creativity. Listen in to pick up useful ideas on automating mundane admin tasks (like booking and follow-up) and organizing each episode’s workflow so nothing slips through the cracks.Two things you’ll walk away with:How to automate guest management a...
2025-08-1648 minSurviving the Side HustleE108 - Jordan Calderon Recap: Lessons From College Hustle to Building Sellable BusinessesSend us a textEver wonder why some entrepreneurs can walk away from their businesses with millions while others remain chained to theirs forever? This revealing conversation with Jordan Calderon, two-time exited founder and president of top 100 marketing agency StratDev, challenges everything you think you know about building a sustainable business.Jordan drops a truth bomb that most entrepreneurs never consider: build your business like you plan to sell it, even if that's not your goal. Clean systems, founder independence, and clear transition plans aren't just exit strategies—they're the foundation of a healthy operation. As...
2025-08-1507 min
Sharpen The SpearEmbracing Adversity and Building Resilience with Rob TraczRichard Walsh and Rob Tracz explore embracing discomfort for growth, sharing insights on work-life balance after personal loss. They discuss alternatives to traditional retirement and balancing entrepreneurship with personal life. The conversation delves into subconscious motivators, business leverage, and focus. Rob shares his journey with Prime Performance, highlighting adversity and service in entrepreneurship. They discuss motivation, team culture, and skill expansion, emphasizing recognizing opportunities and business differentiation. The episode concludes with fostering a long-term investment mindset, training grit and resilience, and setting boundaries.
(0:00) Introduction and Embracing Discomfort for Growth
(2:31) Realization after Father's Passing and Work-Life Balance
(5:47) Retirement Alternatives and Balancing...
2025-08-1352 min
Relatable WisdomStop Binge-Listening! Here’s Why You’re Learning Nothing—Rob Tracz | Ep 18In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sit down with Rob Tracz, a performance coach and host of Surviving the Side Hustle, to explore how intentional reflection and active learning can transform the way we work and grow . Rob opens by sharing his favorite quote—“You’re not an expert until somebody invites you into their life as one”—and explains how that insight shaped his journey from grinding 17-hour days to focusing on meaningful progress .To connect with Rob, find him on Instagram or LinkedIn by searching “Rob Tracz,” Visit https://robtracz.com...
2025-06-2424 min
Born or MadeEp. 51 - Breaking Robot Mode — Rob Tracz on High Performance Without BurnoutIn this energizing episode of Born or Made, Larry sits down with Rob Tracz, high-performance coach, entrepreneur, and founder of TAPS Coaching, to explore how high achievers can stop running on autopilot and start living—and leading—with purpose.Rob’s mission is clear: help professionals escape “Robot-Mode,” that burned-out, go-through-the-motions grind that kills joy and drains success. Through his work in energy management, resilience training, and social influence strategies, Rob coaches leaders and entrepreneurs to scale their businesses without sacrificing their well-being.Episode Highlights:What “Ro...
2025-06-1047 min
Wisdom JourneyThis 6-Part System Helped Me Break Free from Burnout—Let Me Show You—Rob Tracz I Ep 44In this episode of Wisdom Journey, I sat down with Rob Tracz, a performance coach on a mission to help creators break free from burnout and truly thrive. We dove deep into what burnout really looks like, how to tell the difference between being tired and being truly burnt out, and Rob’s six-part system for sustainable success. We tackled practical ways to build resilience, find clarity, fuel your creativity, and set boundaries so creating doesn’t start to feel like another draining job. My hope is that you walk away with new tools to not only avoid burnout but...
2025-06-0953 minSurviving the Side HustleFrom Tech to Champion: The Ngo Okafor Journey of ResilienceSend us a textEver wonder what it takes to completely transform your life? In this riveting conversation, Rob sits down with Ngo Okafor, a two-time Golden Gloves boxing champion who pivoted from IT professional to renowned fitness entrepreneur after being laid off in New York City.Ngo shares the remarkable story of how he entered the boxing world at 31 years old with zero experience, facing humiliating defeat in his first match only to return and claim championship titles through sheer determination. His mantra—"my 65% will beat your 100%"—encapsulates the work ethic that propelled him from...
2025-06-0437 min
The ThriveWell Journey | Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Life After DisruptionAvoid Burnout: How Entrepreneurs Can Thrive in Business and Life w/ Rob TraczIn this episode, Rob Tracz shares his journey from a strength and conditioning coach to a high-performance coach for entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-awareness, and intentionality in achieving holistic success. Rob discusses the core principles of his coaching program, which include resilience, intentional consumption, clarity, optimization, networking, and opportunity creation. He provides actionable insights on dealing with stagnation and burnout, measuring success, and developing a luck creation mindset. The conversation concludes with Rob offering practical advice for entrepreneurs to thrive in their personal and professional lives.TakeawaysRob Tracz helps...
2025-06-0244 min
The Radical Healing Podcast with Jessica BetancourtWhat is hiding underneath the habit that you want to change? '- with Performance Coach Rob TraczMy guest today is Rob Tracz, a high-performance coach, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping driven professionals escape ‘Robot-Mode’ and optimize their business and personal success without burnout. As the founder of TAPS - Coaching, he specializes in energy management, resilience training, and social influence strategies, working with entrepreneurs and high-achievers who want to scale their success while improving their health and happiness. Rob’s signature frameworks—provide actionable strategies for long-term growth and fulfillment. He speaks on high-performance habits, personal optimization, and sustainable success for entrepreneurs and leaders worldwide.Join us for our conversa...
2025-05-3033 min
Digital Marketing TherapyAvoiding Burnout By Building Community with Rob TraczAre you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and on the brink of burnout in your nonprofit work? You're not alone. In this episode, I sit down with Rob Tracz, a personal performance coach dedicated to helping driven individuals achieve success without sacrificing their well-being. Rob shares his powerful journey from severe burnout to becoming a champion for sustainable success. He reveals how his relentless pursuit of "shadow success" led to deteriorating relationships, declining health, and missed opportunities with loved ones. Key Insights on Preventing Burnout Learn practical strategies to recognize and combat burnout: - Identifying...
2025-05-2732 min
The Small Business SpotlightFrom Intern to Entrepreneur Rob Tracz's Journey💥 From a Frustrating Internship to a Purpose-Driven Brand: Rob Tracz on Building TAPS Training Ever feel like a rough start means you're doomed to fail? Rob Tracz, founder and CEO of TAPS Training, is living proof that your biggest challenges can become the foundation for your biggest wins. In this episode of Credit Banc's Small Business Spotlight, host Irv Cruz talks with Rob about his journey from strength and conditioning intern to entrepreneur, coach, and supplement brand builder. With zero shortcuts and a lot of persistence, Rob bootstrapped TAPS Training into a multi-faceted business that help...
2025-05-1514 min
To Your Health297. How to Self-Reflect Without Beating Yourself Up with Rob TraczRob Tracz, Personal Performance Coach for high-achievers, joins me to talk about how self-reflection can fuel growth without turning into a self-criticism spiral.We dive into what active reflection actually looks like, how to use it to improve your habits, and why being kind to yourself is key to sustainable success.Rob shares simple questions and techniques to help you reflect with clarity, not judgment—and explains how to build resilience, energy, and focus along the way.If you’re your own toughest critic, this episode will help you shift from beating yourself up t...
2025-04-2143 min
The Infinite Life: Consciousness Raising, Spiritual TransformationTurn off the computer and get out and network! Rob Tracz.Networking doesn't have to be a dirty word. Nor do you have to hang out in the corners of the room, juggling a glass of wine, a handful of business cards and an arancini ball, whilst wondering if you have spinach in your teeth or if your breath stinks. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Rob Tracz who gives Katische an update on the latest in how to promote your business, spiritual or otherwise offline. Oh and you can give those skanky psychic fairs a miss! Update your skills, your mindset and your network in this episode.R...
2025-04-1843 minFI for KidsSix Principles for Success in Life and the Journey to FI – with Rob TraczSummaryIn this episode of FI for Kids, host Dominic DeLaquil speaks with Rob Tracz, founder of Prime Performance Coaching, about the importance of guiding children towards financial independence. They discuss Rob's personal experiences with money, the transition to performance coaching, and the holistic approach he uses to help entrepreneurs. Rob shares six core principles for success: resilience, intentionality, clarity, optimization, networking, and luck creation, emphasizing the importance of teaching these concepts to children. The conversation also highlights the significance of communication about money within families and the need for parents to model financial resilience and intentionality...
2025-04-0356 min