I’m Scott Smith, host of The Daily Boost. For nearly two decades, I've started each morning with people like you – ambitious, big-hearted individuals who refuse to settle for ordinary. In just the time it takes to enjoy your morning coffee, The Daily Boost delivers that BOOST you need to tackle your day with renewed purpose and energy. What makes the Daily Boost unique? I see life's challenges as disguised opportunities, and The Daily Boost helps you spot them! In every episode, we explore: ...
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David Gardner, co-founder of The Motley Fool, is among the most respected and trusted sources on investing. As a best-selling author, hugely successful stock picker, and financial authority, David has led The Motley Fool’s growth into a worldwide investment and financial advisory services company. Each week David shares his insights into today's most innovative and disruptive publicly traded companies -- and how to profit from them by following his signature “Rule Breaker Investing” principles.
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New to podcasting - Yaszin and Crescel, a Filipino husband-and-wife duo, delivers fresh and timely opinion to various family, parenting, relationships, lifestyle and finance issues, while aiming to resolve the problems in an hour's worth of introspection and goofing around.
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The legend that is John Giles speaks his mind about the week's football events and answers your questions every Thursday from 7:30 pm. We talk the Premier League and everything that's going on in European Football as well as stories from John's playing days with Manchester United and Leeds United. We may even get a sing-song going. Subscribe to get your weekly fix of John Giles.
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Are You the Arsonist Setting Your Own Fires?
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12:06Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You the Arsonist Setting Your Own Fires? June 13, 2025 | Episode 5115 Host: Scott Smith Scott tackles one of his favorite topics: the problems you're causing yourself. Most people spend their days running around putting out fires, but what if you're the one setting them? In this eye-opening episode, Scott reveals …
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Run Your Life Like a Business With a Positive ROI
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12:10Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Run Your Life Like a Business With a Positive ROI June 12, 2025 | Episode - 5114 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Want to transform your life and actually see results? I’m sharing my four-step approach to running your life like a business to get a positive return on investment in everything you do. After 20 years…
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Here's an experiment: Take a young artist with no interest in investing, no financial savvy, and a ton of debt, and then drop him into the deep end of Foolishness. Wait 25 years, and what do you get? A Fool for life! This week, producer Rick Engdahl comes to the other side of the glass to reflect on what he's learned from 10 years of RBI and a care…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Three Steps to Change Anything June 10, 2025 | Episode 5113 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Change doesn’t have to be complicated, even though we make it that way. In this episode, I break down the three essential steps you need to transform anything in your life. Whether you’re stuck in analysis paralysis or ov…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Don’t Let Bill-Paying Kill Your Dreams June 10, 2025 | Episode -5112 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Summer’s here, and while everyone’s thinking about vacations and fun, Scott wants you to think about something more important: your focus. Your attention determines your destination, and most people don’t realize…
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Why Your Goals Keep Getting Blown Off Course
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11:08Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Your Goals Keep Getting Blown Off Course June 9, 2025 | Episode - 5111 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You’re hard-wired for goals, whether you realize it or not. If you’re not setting them consciously, everyone else is setting them for you. Scott breaks down why most people struggle with goal achievement us…
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One Question That Will Get You Into Action
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11:35Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes One Question That Will Get You Into Action June 6, 2025 | Episode 5110 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Feeling stuck or struggling to follow through on your decisions? Scott shares one powerful question that cuts through all the noise and gets you moving toward what you really want. Drawing from a lesson learned…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop Failing at Your To-Do List June 5, 2025 | Episode 5109 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott takes a humorous yet practical approach to productivity by exposing the truth about to-do lists - they’re “to-fail lists” in disguise. He reveals why most people struggle with traditional task management and introdu…
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This week our old friend Shirzad Chamine is back to remind us who we are and who we've always been. Embrace your superpowers and defeat your saboteurs, because you have everything you need to be happy right now! Host: David Gardner Guest: Shirzad Chamine Producers: Rick Engdahl, Bart Shannon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…
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What If You Could Live Like You’re 16 Again?
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11:32Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes What If You Could Live Like You’re 16 Again? June 4, 2025 | Episode 5108 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Do you have a song or memory that instantly transports you back to your youth? I experienced that magic moment while watching a YouTube video about David Cassidy and the iconic Partridge Family tour bus. That…
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Why Some People Have More Than 24 Hours in Their Day
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11:22Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Some People Have More Than 24 Hours in Their Day June 3, 2025 | Episode 5107 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you constantly racing against the clock, feeling like there’s never enough time? I’m diving into one of the most challenging topics I deal with daily - the difference between qualitative and quant…
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Stop Putting Your Foot in Your Mouth With This Simple Trick
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11:15Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Stop Putting Your Foot in Your Mouth With This Simple Trick June 2, 2025 | Episode - 5106 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Communication can make or break your relationships, career, and daily interactions. In this episode, I share the powerful THINK acronym that has been helping people communicate more effective…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes The Strangest Secret: 7 Simple Rules May 30, 2025 | Episode 5105 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I had a rough week getting lectured by my dentist and dermatologist, but let’s end on a high note! Today, I’m sharing Earl Nightingale’s timeless wisdom from “The Strangest Secret”–the inspiration that got me into th…
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Wisdom of Wives: What Women Have Taught Me About Life
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11:20Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Wisdom of Wives: What Women Have Taught Me About Life May 29, 2025 | Episode 5104 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description In this episode, I discuss the valuable lessons I’ve learned from the women in my life—my wives, moms, daughters, and other influential women. I share wisdom from historical figures like Abigail Adam…
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Whether you're taking another lap around the sun, buying to hold for decades, or literally running for miles on end, life is more than a marathon. Where you come from matters. Where you're going matters more. How you'll get there? Well, as your mailbag contributions showcase, that's the fun part! Sign up for The Motley Fool's Breakfast News here ww…
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If You Were Born Today, What Would You Do Differently?
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11:17Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes If You Were Born Today, What Would You Do Differently? May 28, 2025 | Episode 5103 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description What if you woke up this morning completely brand new? Scott explores the powerful “do-over day” concept and challenges you to think beyond minor tweaks and adjustments. After surveying dozens of pe…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Knowing What You Don’t Want Is Better Than Knowing What You Do Want 05-27-25 | Episode - 5102 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description In this episode, I share a powerful lesson I learned from women in my life, particularly divorced women who taught me something counterintuitive about making positive changes. While m…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes If You See It, You Can Change It 05-26-25 | Episode 5101 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description On this Memorial Day edition of the Daily Boost, I share one of the most powerful principles I’ve discovered through years of coaching: if you see it, you can change it. Most people struggle because they’re blind to what’s h…
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Master Your Emotions with This 5-Minute Strategy
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11:15Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Master Your Emotions with This 5-Minute Strategy May 23, 2025 | Episode 5100Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ready to take control of your emotional life? In this upbeat Friday episode, Scott shares his game-changing “How Do I Feel” strategy that he’s used for over 30 years. This simple yet powerful technique hel…
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4 Steps to Discovering Your Purpose Today
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11:56Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 4 Steps to Discovering Your Purpose Today May 22, 2025 | Episode 5099 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever feel stuck trying to find your passion? In this episode, Scott breaks down his proven 4-step formula to discover what truly lights you up. No fancy gimmicks or complicated strategies—just straightforward ad…
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AI, marketing, brand, creativity... just a few of the subjects that Seth Godin can talk about with eloquence and insight. This week the "Purple Cow" author is here with David and guest-host Andy Cross to shed light on what earns attention, transaction, and loyalty. Hosts: David Gardner, Andy Cross Guest: Seth Godin Producer: Rick Engdahl Learn more…
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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Relationship Blueprint Nobody Taught You May 21, 2025 | Episode 5098 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are your relationships not progressing the way you hoped? Whether romantic, professional, or casual friendships, every relationship follows a natural process. In today’s episode, Scott reveals the four crucial st…
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Why the Speed of the Leader Determines Everything
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11:23Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why the Speed of the Leader Determines Everything May 20, 2025 | Episode - 5097 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever wonder what separates natural leaders from those who play the part? In this energizing episode, Scott dives into the essence of authentic leadership after some thought-provoking client conversatio…
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When Complaining Becomes Your Secret Weapon
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11:08Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Complaining Becomes Your Secret Weapon May 19, 2025 | Episode 5096 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever caught yourself complaining about something you have no right to complain about? In this energizing episode, Scott shares his personal journey of hip replacement surgery and the unexpected mental battle t…
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Moving Forward When You Can't See The Path Ahead
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11:34Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Moving Forward When You Can't See The Path Ahead May 16, 2025 | Episode 5095 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever feel like your goals are as challenging as climbing Mount Everest? In this episode, Scott explores what it means to move forward no matter what, and when you might need to reassess. After a busy week…
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Six Human Needs That Drive Everything You Do
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11:14Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Six Human Needs That Drive Everything You Do May 15, 2025 | Episode 5094 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Have you ever wondered what truly drives your happiness and fulfillment? In this eye-opening episode, Scott returns to the fundamentals with Tony Robbins' robust Six Human Needs framework. If you're feeling u…
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What You Have Learned from David Gardner, Vol. 6
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53:08The best gifts are the ones that keep on giving, and that's what this episode is all about! Today's show highlights the things you've told us that you learned from David, called out and amplified to help us all navigate another challenging year. Now that's an awesome birthday present. Thanks! Companies mentioned: AAPL, ACHR, AMZN, CMG, DIS, MELI, M…
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Turn Your Annoyance Into Unstoppable Motivation
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11:07Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Turn Your Annoyance Into Unstoppable Motivation May 14, 2025 | Episode 5093 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever find yourself annoyed and wonder how to turn it around? In this episode, Scott shares a gym conversation about how irritation can fuel motivation. With his trademark upbeat delivery, Scott explains wh…
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When Your Backup Plan Becomes Your Best Option
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11:19Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Your Backup Plan Becomes Your Best Option May 13, 2025 | Episode 5092 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you committed to a path while secretly eyeing a different direction? In this energizing episode, Scott challenges the common advice that "there is no Plan B" with a refreshing perspective. Through a rec…
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Finding Encouragement: What Lights You Up?
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11:14Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Finding Encouragement: What Lights You Up? May 12, 2025 | Episode 5091 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description What gets you out of bed in the morning? In this energizing episode, Scott dives into what truly encourages us and why understanding your source of motivation is so powerful. Whether you're feeling stuck or wan…
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Old School Productivity: Getting Things Done
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11:30Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Old School Productivity: Getting Things Done May 9, 2025 | Episode 5090 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ready to escape the rabbit hole of productivity advice? In today’s episode, Scott takes you back to basics with a simple yet powerful system that works. No need to Google or chat with AI about productivity - S…
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Decide, Define, Deploy, Defend: Your Path to Change
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11:49Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Decide, Define, Deploy, Defend: Your Path to Change May 8, 2025 | Episode #5089 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you ready to change your life, but get stuck in the same old patterns? In today’s episode, Scott breaks down his powerful 4-D approach to creating a genuine transformation in your life. As a transf…
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If knowledge is power, today's show will give you superpowers! Our all-Fool cast is here to help you understand some common and not-so-common investing terms, so that you can leap tall buildings, swing from a web, and more importantly, be better investors! Are we heroes? Are we zeros? Keep score and let us know. Host: David Gardner Guests: Nick Sci…
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20% Solution: Why Less Effort Creates More Results
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10:08Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 20% Solution: Why Less Effort Creates More Results May 7, 2025 | Episode 5088 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever notice how reducing clutter in your life creates more joy? Scott reveals his powerful insight in this episode: “More is always on the other side of less.” You’ll discover how untangling the mess in …
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Don’t Just Improve - Create Something New
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11:21Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Don’t Just Improve - Create Something New May 6, 2025 | Episode 5087 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Feeling stuck with incremental improvements in your life? In today’s episode, Scott challenges the entire concept of personal improvement. With his signature straight-talking style, he reveals why your minor twea…
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When Being a Good Quitter is Actually Smart
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11:16Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Being a Good Quitter is Actually Smart May 5, 2025 | Episode 5086 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is walk away from what's not working. In this episode, Scott challenges the conventional wisdom that "quitters never win" and explores when quitting might be the smartest …
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10 Rules to Make You Happier (Starting Today!)
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11:46Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 10 Rules to Make You Happier (Starting Today!) May 2, 2025 | Episode - 5085 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description In this upbeat Friday episode, Scott shares his crafted list of 10 rules that can make you happier for the rest of your life. No ChatGPT or Reddit here - just 20 years of Scott's wisdom and experience pack…
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Summer Reinvention: Transform Your Life While Others Vacation
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11:10Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Summer Reinvention: Transform Your Life While Others Vacation May 1, 2025 | Episode - 5084 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Summertime is approaching, and while everyone else is planning vacations and taking time off, what if you used this season differently? In this energizing episode, Scott challenges you to tu…
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April 2025 Mailbag: Better Than it Seems
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1:01:09Tariffs, corruption, political posturing... it's no wonder that the market is crashing! But wait, is it? Back up that graph a bit and the market is still near all-time highs. In today's mailbag we strive to find happiness, maintain rational optimism, and see through the dark clouds plaguing the headlines. Plus, some tips on diversifying your portfo…
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Three Questions That Will Clear Your Path to Success
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11:16Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Three Questions That Will Clear Your Path to Success April 30, 2025 | Episode 5083 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever apply for something you wanted, then complain when you got it? In this episode, Scott shares a recent conversation with his daughter about her early morning fitness classes that sparked an impo…
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4-Hour Secret: Master Uncomfortable Conversations
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11:11Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 4-Hour Secret: Master Uncomfortable Conversations April 29, 2025 | Episode - 5082 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever wonder how those "work less, earn more" gurus pull it off? In this eye-opening episode, Scott dives into a hidden gem from Tim Ferriss's groundbreaking book "The 4-Hour Work Week." It's not just…
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Unlock Better Decisions With This 4-Quadrant Brain Hack
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11:12Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Unlock Better Decisions With This 4-Quadrant Brain Hack April 28, 2025 | Episode 5081 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever struggle with making good decisions? In today's episode, Scott shares a powerful decision-making technique he learned from his mom years ago - and later enhanced with real science. This simp…
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Extra: Boxing & Business with George Foreman
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24:23In remembrance of the life of George Foreman, we've gone back to the Motley Fool Radio Show vault to bring you this interview with the former heavyweight champion. From poverty to fame, sport to business, cattle to annuities, Foreman was fully invested in a life well-lived. A world-beater, a rule breaker, and by our measure, a true Fool. Host: Davi…
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STOP Searching for Your Why and START Living
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10:34Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes STOP Searching for Your Why and START Living April 25, 2025 | Episode - 5080 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever had someone go "coachy coach" on you without permission? In this episode, Scott shares a funny encounter with a life coach who desperately wanted to uncover his "why." Scott challenges the convention…
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Write Your Life Story With a Happy Ending
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11:43Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Write Your Life Story With a Happy Ending April 24, 2025 | Episode 5079 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are you writing your life story with a happy ending in mind? In this energizing episode, Scott shares a chance encounter with an author that sparked a powerful insight about how we approach our lives. He chall…
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We don't break the rules to cheat; we break them to improve. When conventional wisdom grows stale and unhelpful, it's the contrarians who lead the way to make investing, business, and life better. And the same is true in sports. Punting? Bunting? It's time we take a look, with the help of sports journalist, Kimball Crossley, at some sports rules th…
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Are You Living Someone Else's Dream? Time to Wake Up
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12:12Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You Living Someone Else's Dream? Time to Wake Up April 23, 2025 | Episode - 5078 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Have you ever had someone try to steer you off your path with well-intentioned advice? In this episode, Scott shares a recent experience where a local businessman tried to redirect his focus. With…
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Are You Living Someone Else's Dream? Time to Wake Up
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11:39Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You Living Someone Else's Dream? Time to Wake Up April 23, 2025 | Episode - 5078 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Have you ever had someone try to steer you off your path with well-intentioned advice? In this episode, Scott shares a recent experience where a local businessman tried to redirect his focus. With…
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Are You Pursuing Goals or Just Checking Off To-Dos?
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11:18Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You Pursuing Goals or Just Checking Off To-Dos? April 21, 2025 | Episode - 5076 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Are your goals making your heart beat faster with excitement? In this episode, Scott reveals why most people are stuck doing to-do lists instead of pursuing what truly energizes them. Discover the …
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Freedom Formula: Daily Actions That Create Success
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11:32Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Freedom Formula: Daily Actions That Create Success April 18, 2025 | Episode - 5075 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ever wonder what it would be like to have a billion dollars? It's not just about the money - it's about the freedom. In this episode, Scott explores what actions billionaires take that you can imple…
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