Best 20 Somethings Doing Nothing Podcasts (2025)

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Supercharge Your Year With Retrospection and Prospection 12:30

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Supercharge Your Year With Retrospection and Prospection July 4, 2025 | Episode 5130 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description It's Independence Day and we're halfway through 2025! Time to get real about where you've been and where you're headed. I'm sharing two uniquely human abilities that my high-performing clients swe…

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Finding Your Third Identity 11:40

8h ago11:40

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Finding Your Third Identity July 3, 2025 | Episode 5129 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares a powerful coaching insight that stopped his group coaching call in its tracks. If you've ever felt disconnected from your work or questioned "who am I and what do I do," this episode will shift your perspective …

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Breaking Through When You Feel Stuck 11:36

4d ago11:36

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Breaking Through When You Feel Stuck July 2, 2025 | Episode 5128 Host: Scott Smith Ever feel like you're spinning your wheels, stuck in neutral, or completely blocked from moving forward? You're not alone. After 20 years of coaching, Scott knows exactly what people say when they call for help. Today, he shares the sur…

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When Life Is Good, Why Mess It Up? 12:29

5d ago12:29

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Life Is Good, Why Mess It Up? July 1, 2025 | Episode 5127Host: Scott Smith Scott dives into the two fundamental forces that drive everything in your life: people and money. You're either dealing with too many or not enough of both, and that's what's keeping you awake at night. But here's the kicker – when life is…

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Episode 467: I can't get promoted if I do my job and should I get a degree to get a job in this economy 40:52

6d ago40:52

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I am a data scientist and was recently passed over for promotion to senior because my projects weren’t “senior level” enough, and I do too many ad hoc requests that delay delivery of my bigger projects. I am a go to for VP and C suite level execs in my company and am commonly asked to help w…

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Are You Ready to Escape Your Success? 11:30

3d ago11:30

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Are You Ready to Escape Your Success? June 30, 2025 | Episode - 5025 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott shares a powerful strategy he’s used for years to transform his life during society’s predictable downtime. While everyone else disappears for summer vacation, there’s a hidden opportunity waiting for those…

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3-Day Rule That Changes Everything About Motivation 12:37

9d ago12:37

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes 3-Day Rule That Changes Everything About Motivation June 27, 2025 | Episode 5125 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Ready for some real talk about motivation? Scott drops some truth bombs about why you’ve been waiting your whole life to “arrive” somewhere that doesn’t exist. From his boot-wearing, motorcycle-riding…

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The Truth About Focus Nobody Wants to Hear 12:03

10d ago12:03

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes The Truth About Focus Nobody Wants to Hear June 26, 2025| Episode - 5124 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You’re focused on something right now, but is it the right thing? Scott breaks down why your focus determines everything you get in life and shares his game-changing formula that works even when you’re comple…

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Why Being Reasonable Keeps You Stuck 12:03

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Being Reasonable Keeps You Stuck June 25, 2025 | Episode 5123 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into the difference between being reasonable and unreasonable, and why sometimes you need to stop going along to get along. He shares why reasonable people settle for mundane while unreasonable people cr…

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Turn Dreaded Conversations Into Breakthrough Moments 12:14

12d ago12:14

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Turn Dreaded Conversations Into Breakthrough Moments June 24, 2025 | Episode - 5122 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description You know that conversation you’ve been putting off? The one that makes your stomach twist just thinking about it? Scott’s got your back with a game-changing approach to uncomfortable conversations.…

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Episode 466: Bad performance review and moving in to the caves 29:56

13d ago29:56

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I had my performance review two months ago where I scored a “Does not meet expectations”, which I definitely understand, and my manager told me that some of my coworkers had been complaining about me. I’ve been working hard on improving ever since and my manager told me that they were really…

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Goal-Setting Method That Keeps You Average 15:10

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Goal-Setting Method That Keeps You Average June 23, 2025 | Episode - 5121 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I’m about to make some people mad today, especially if you’re a brand-new certified life coach. We’re diving into why SMART goals might be keeping you average instead of pushing you toward greatness. I belie…

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Raw Coaching Insights From Early Morning Warriors 13:26

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Raw Coaching Insights From Early Morning Warriors June 23, 2025 | Episode - 5120 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott gets real about missing his first podcast in years (hey, it happens!) and dives into the powerful conclusions from his Face Your Passion coaching calls. These aren’t your typical motivational pl…

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More Is on the Other Side of Less 11:03

17d ago11:03

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes More Is on the Other Side of Less June 19, 2025 | Episode 5119 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Fresh off a Face Your Passion coaching call, Scott brings that fired-up energy straight to you in this spontaneous episode. He dives into the simple truth that stops most people from achieving what they want: they don’…

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Why Plan B Is Sabotaging Your Plan A Success 11:14

18d ago11:14

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Why Plan B Is Sabotaging Your Plan A Success June 18, 2025 | Episode 5118 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description Scott dives into a Southern phrase that perfectly captures why so many people never reach their big dreams. “Fixing to get ready” isn’t procrastination—it’s something worse. It’s the endless preparation that…

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When Your Routine Stops Working for You 11:06

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes When Your Routine Stops Working for You June 17, 2025 | Episode - 5117 Host: Scott Smith Episode Description I share a coaching conversation that revealed an important truth about routines - they work great until they don’t. In this episode, I explore why the habits and patterns that once served you can become frustra…

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Episode 465: Talking to your report's previous manager and how to replace a 30-year-old ticketing system 29:44

20d ago29:44

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: A listener named Mike says, To what degree do you think it’s appropriate to talk with your peer managers about people that have moved from their team to yours? How much weight do you give their criticisms of an IC that they used to manage that is working out just fine under your leadership? …

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Fire Yourself Up When Nothing Seems to Motivate You 10:57

20d ago10:57

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Daily Boost Podcast Show Notes Fire Yourself Up When Nothing Seems to Motivate You June 16, 2025 | Episode - 5116 Host: Scott Smith Scott tackles the age-old question: How do you get fired up when you can’t seem to motivate yourself? A friend’s honest confession leads to a powerful conversation about finding that unstoppable feeling we all crave. S…

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Are You the Arsonist Setting Your Own Fires? 12:06

23d ago12:06

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Daily 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 12:10

24d ago12:10

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Daily 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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Three Steps to Change Anything 11:28

25d ago11:28

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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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Don’t Let Bill-Paying Kill Your Dreams 11:20

26d ago11:20

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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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Episode 464: Rehiring an overpaid boomerang and AI has taken over my teammate's brain 49:38

27d ago49:38

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Mr A. N. Onymous says, Hi Dave and Jamison, Long time listened, second time caller! I wrote a little while back with a common new-manager question about how to handle one of my reports who was at the lower end performance wise, but at the top end on the pay scale. I’d been trying to manage i…

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Why Your Goals Keep Getting Blown Off Course 11:08

27d ago11:08

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Daily 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 11:35

1M ago11:35

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Daily 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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Stop Failing at Your To-Do List 11:56

1M ago11:56

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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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What If You Could Live Like You’re 16 Again? 11:32

1M ago11:32

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Daily 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 11:22

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Daily 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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Episode 463: CTO w/ weak resume and I tried management and it was TERRIBLE 27:16

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Albert Nonymous asks, I am the CTO at a small (5 engineers) tech start-up with non-technical founders. I was their first full-time employee and as such have been able to fully form this company the way I want. I’ve worked here for 9 years now and own 10% of the company. I enjoy the tech and …

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Stop Putting Your Foot in Your Mouth With This Simple Trick 11:15

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Daily 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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The Strangest Secret: 7 Simple Rules 11:43

1M ago11:43

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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 11:20

1M ago11:20

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Daily 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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If You Were Born Today, What Would You Do Differently? 11:17

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Daily 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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Why Knowing What You DON'T Want 11:12

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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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Episode 462: Supporting laid-off employee and how to rebuild culture after layoffs 28:46

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: One of my employees is probably getting laid off, what do I do!?! I’m a tech lead / manager for a consultancy and a contract reduction means that one of the people I supervise is likely going to get laid off soon! We’ve found new roles for most of my people, but it’s likely that at least one…

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If You See It, You Can Change It 11:03

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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 11:15

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Daily 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 11:56

2M ago11:56

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Daily 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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Relationship Blueprint Nobody Taught You 11:33

2M ago11:33

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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 11:23

2M ago11:23

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Daily 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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Episode 461: How to do side projects with a family and demanding job and my company promised me a raise, but didn't give it 32:40

2M ago32:40

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: Hey, long-time listener, listened to almost all episodes now and have been loving it since day 1!! I am a senior engineer at FAANG and work 45-50 hours a week and have a lot of cross-org responsibilities. I am lucky to have a beautiful wife and two wonderful young children. I guess, you can …

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When Complaining Becomes Your Secret Weapon 11:08

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Daily 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 11:34

2M ago11:34

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Daily 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 11:14

2M ago11:14

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Daily 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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Turn Your Annoyance Into Unstoppable Motivation 11:07

2M ago11:07

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Daily 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 11:19

2M ago11:19

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Daily 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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Episode 460: Losing autonomy and I got skipped for a promotion even though I'm awesome 33:07

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In this episode, Dave and Jamison answer these questions: I have managed a product for some months now. My previous manager split their team in to mini-teams of 2-3 people. They gave me a small team and plenty of autonomy to own the product and go crazy on it. I had the time of my life as the team lead. I learned a ton and was really developing man…

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Finding Encouragement: What Lights You Up? 11:14

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Daily 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 11:30

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Daily 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 11:49

2M ago11:49

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Daily 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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