Episode Details

In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, Mitch V sits down with coach Riley to unpack his recent masterclass on procrastination, and why most people never get from "I wish I could do that" to actually doing it.

They talk about the real cost behind every goal you've ever set. Not the fantasy version, the actual hours, sacrifices and boring, unglamorous work that gets skipped over when people only see the end result. Riley shares what it took to build the business and life he has now, why most people are jealous of what you have but never of how you got it, and why understanding that gap changes everything.

You'll also hear about:

Why procrastination isn't a personality trait, it's a choice, and how to catch yourself making it
The habit loop Riley used to completely reprogram his morning routine (and how anyone can use it)

Why comfort is the enemy of growth, and how to get comfortable being uncomfortable
The power of self talk, and how the way you speak to yourself becomes your reality
Why outworking people is one of the simplest, most reliable paths to success, even if you're not the most naturally gifted person in the room
How Riley's head coach went from unhealthy and unhappy to completing an Ironman, just by starting with one walk a day

If you're a trade business owner who's great on the tools but keeps putting off the business side of things, this episode will hit home. It's an honest look at what it actually takes to build something worth having, and why the work you're avoiding is usually the work that matters most.

Hosted by Mitch V (@mitchvan_)

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