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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 why your life feels like nonstop drama and stress, and how to break the cycle of creating your own chaos. This isn't about perfection—it's about recognizing patterns that keep you stuck. Scott shares practical insights on how to stop being your own worst enemy and create the peaceful life you actually want. Scott shares his experience coaching people who feel constantly overwhelmed by putting out fires in their lives. The revelation comes when he asks a simple question: "Did you set those fires?" The silence that follows tells the whole story. Most people are unknowingly acting as both the arsonist and the firefighter in their own lives, creating drama just to

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 and over 5,000 episodes, I’ve learned that success comes down to treating your personal growth like a profitable business. No more spinning your wheels or ending up with less than you started with. Featured Story Scott opens up about a vulnerable moment when his wife forgot to make his lunch before leaving for an appointment, making him feel like a three-year-old asking “What am I going to eat, mommy?” This honest story leads into a powerful discussion about how businesses require positive ROI, and your life should too. Just like a business can’t survive losing money, you shouldn’t invest time and energy into activities that leave you worse off than when yo

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 overwhelmed by too many options, these steps will give you the clarity and direction you’ve been missing. I share why bad things change while good changes take more intentional steps, plus a personal story about my radio DJ days and how the podcasting world has flipped since 2006. Featured Story Scott reflects on his transition from radio DJ to podcast host, sharing how people once questioned his move to podcasting back in 2006. Now, 20 years later, former radio colleagues are calling him for advice on getting into the podcast world. It’s a perfect example of how dramatically things can change when you stick to your vision. Important Points Most people strug

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 others have already set their focus. In this episode, Scott shares a conversation he had with a young man who just finished school and was pursuing his “dream career.” But there was a problem - his focus was in the wrong place, and Scott could hear it immediately. Featured Story Scott met a young man at church who had just finished school and was working toward his dream career. The young man also got job certification to pay his bills while pursuing his passion. During their conversation, the young man said something that made Scott’s ears perk up: “I’m hoping I can get a good job supporting my dream.” To Scott’s trained ear, this wasn’t hope - it was dre

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 using his pilot’s perspective on “flying crooked.” Life will blow you off course like wind affects an airplane, but that doesn’t mean you should take detours or stepping stones. Learn why going straight to what you want works better than building up to it, and how to make those crucial wind corrections when life gets in the way. Featured Story Scott shares insights from a recent Fisher Passion coaching call where a friend wanted to build up gradually to making a TV show instead of going directly for his goal. This leads to Scott’s airplane metaphor about flying crooked - how pilots compensate for wind by pointing slightly into it to reach their destination.

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 at a screenwriting event 25 years ago, Scott reveals why this simple question is more effective than finding your “why.” If you’re tired of the same motivational advice and ready for some straight talk that actually works, this episode delivers the breakthrough you need. Featured Story Scott takes us back to his days as a film and television producer in Orlando, when he attended a screenwriting event that changed everything. A screenwriter on stage asked one simple question that hit Scott like a lightning bolt: “How bad do you want it?” This moment of clarity helped Scott realize he was pursuing screenwriting because he felt he “should,” not because he tr

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 introduces a game-changing perspective that removes stress while getting things done. This episode combines Scott’s signature wit with actionable strategies that successful people used to accomplish what matters most. Featured Story Scott shares insights from his conversation with a fellow coach who works with high-end entrepreneurs and business owners. Despite their success and resources, these accomplished individuals still need help with the basics - including how to create effective to-do lists. This revelation leads to Scott’s exploration of why we overcomplicate productivity and how returning to fundamentals can transform your daily effectiveness. Important

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 nostalgic rush got me thinking about what life would look like if we could recapture the mindset and freedom we had at 16 years old. When you were a teenager, you dreamed big, had real friends, and looked forward to the future with excitement. You weren’t weighed down by debt, stress, or the daily grind that seems to impede living. What if you could bring that energy and perspective into your adult life today? Featured Story I was relaxing on my patio, scrolling through YouTube, when a video about the colorful Partridge Family tour bus caught my eye—seeing David Cassidy brought back vivid memories of cutting records off cereal boxes as a kid and waiting im

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 quantitative time. Most people live their entire lives trapped in Chronos time, watching the clock tick by while feeling exhausted and overwhelmed. But there’s another way to experience time that can completely transform your life. I’ll share how mastering Kairos time—those profound, meaningful moments when the clock disappears—can help you accomplish more by doing less and finally break free from the exhaustion cycle. Featured Story I share the story of how my wife Joy and I experience time completely differently. Joi follows the traditional factory work schedule we’ve all been taught, operating like clockwork, while I've learned to slip into Kairos time, where

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 effectively since 1914. This simple five-letter framework will transform how you approach every conversation. Whether you’re dealing with difficult colleagues, navigating family dynamics, or just trying to be a better communicator, this timeless tool will help you pause before you speak and choose your words more wisely. Featured Story The THINK acronym originated with Thomas J. Watson Sr. of IBM, who used it to guide his sales representatives. Created around 1914 and popularized by 1939, this communication framework has stood the test of time because it works. Watson understood that better communication leads to better results, and this simple acronym became a core

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 this business. These seven simple principles can transform your life, but only if you apply them. Earl Nightingale did over 5,000 radio programs; his insights are just as relevant today as they were decades ago. Featured Story Scott shares the fascinating origin story of Earl Nightingale’s “The Strangest Secret.” Created to motivate insurance salesmen while Nightingale was out of town. This spoken-word recording accidentally became the first gold record of its kind. What started as a simple motivational tool for his sales team launched Nightingale’s entire career and inspired countless people, including Scott himself. Important Points You become what you thi

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 Adams and Eleanor Roosevelt, exploring how women have shaped my perspective on life, relationships, and personal growth. From the “look” that every married man knows about the constructive power of silence, I reflect on how women’s wisdom has guided me through nearly two decades of podcasting and life itself. Featured Story Scott reflects on his relationships with the important women in his life, sharing personal insights about marriage, wisdom, and the complementary roles that men and women play together. He weaves personal anecdotes with historical quotes from first ladies and influential women, creating a tribute to the feminine wisdom that has shaped his journ

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 people about what they’d do if they were born today with all their current knowledge and skills, the answers might surprise you. This isn’t about reworking what you’re already doing—it’s about discovering what you truly want and why you’re not already doing it. Featured Story Scott shares the results of his informal survey asking people what they would do if they had a complete do-over day. From clients to ChatGPT, he gathered responses that revealed something fascinating: most people want to rework their current situation rather than imagine something entirely new. The top answers included not drinking, exercising more, paying better attention to family, and

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 most motivational advice tells you to focus on what you want, I’ve discovered that starting with what you don’t wish to can be far more effective. This isn’t about dwelling on negativity or being unmotivated. It’s about crystalizing what’s not working in your life right now so you can create the space for what you actually want to emerge. Featured Story I share stories from conversations with divorced women who’ve completed their “mandatory year off” and are ready for new relationships. When asked what they’re looking for in a partner, they always start with what they don’t want - and there’s wisdom in that approach. One memorable conversation involved a wom

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 happening. When you can’t see the problem, you can’t fix it. I’ll walk you through my proven process for gaining awareness, eliminating what you don’t love, and creating space for what makes you happy. This isn’t about making massive changes overnight. It’s about those little boosts that change everything. Featured Story I share insights from recent coaching sessions where clients discovered that awareness is their greatest power. One client couldn’t manage day-to-day finances, but once he realized the problem, we had a tactical system to fix it. The magic happens when you eliminate what you don’t love and hold space for what you love. Most people fix one p

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 helps you predetermine your emotional responses before situations trigger unwanted feelings. Perfect for anyone who’s tired of letting unexpected moments ruin their day! Featured Story Scott reveals how asking yourself “How do I want to feel?” before triggering situations transforms your emotional responses. He explains that taking five minutes to anticipate scenarios and decide on your feelings in advance removes the surprise element that causes emotional reactions. This strategy session approach has been part of Scott’s toolkit for decades and forms the basis of his coaching philosophy. Key Takeaways You are an emotional creature, and controlling your feeling

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 advice that gets results. Scott shares personal stories (including his recent baptism!) and drops wisdom bombs about facing fears that hold you back—this one’s for anyone ready to live boldly and reject passivity. Featured Story Scott shares powerful advice from Pastor Andrew that’s been transforming his coaching clients: “Live boldly, reject passivity, lead sacrificially.” This simple yet profound statement has become Scott’s guiding principle for helping others overcome their fears and face their passions. Rather than searching endlessly for purpose, Scott encourages listeners to summon the courage to face the passion they already know exists. Key Takeaways

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 stages determining whether your connection will thrive or dive. Stop trying to rush what can’t be rushed! With over 1100 episodes of relationship wisdom under his belt, Scott shares the simple framework that’s been working since the beginning of time. Featured Story Scott shares a touching moment when a long-time listener mentions they “had kids together”—meaning the listener didn’t have children when they started tuning in, but now those kids are heading to college! It was a powerful reminder of how many lives Scott has impacted over the years. As he jokingly told his wife, “I’ve got several hundred thousand kids,” having been there through listeners’ relation

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 conversations this week. He challenges you to ask: “Is your hair on fire for success?” Whether you’re leading a team, a family, or just yourself, Scott reveals why passion is the ultimate fuel that powers your journey and inspires others to follow. You’ll discover why the “speed of the leader” dictates everything—and how to balance urgent action with intentional progress. Featured Story Scott shares a candid leadership conversation with a client who initially wanted to teach leadership but realized that wasn’t his true calling. Through their discussion, Scott explores his belief that great leaders often have something innate—they naturally step up and leave you wondering

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 that followed. He explores how even the most positive people sometimes need to vent—and why that’s okay. This episode reveals how temporary setbacks fuel your motivation when approaching them with the right mindset. Featured Story Scott takes us behind the scenes of his hip replacement journey from a year ago. Despite being a self-described “super performer,” he struggled with his identity shift and frustrating physical limitations. Through consistent effort and the wisdom of those around him, Scott discovered that the journey itself, not just the destination, is where true transformation happens. Key Takeaways Even the most positive people have moments of