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The Ambitious Life

The Ambitious Life

By DUSTY C DEGROFF

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas.

If I’m at my best in these three areas that will allow me to be the best version of myself, allowing me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these.

That’s why I created this Podcast, The Ambitious Life Podcast.
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Start making your belief bigger than your greatest excuse with Brian LeSage

The Ambitious LifeJul 31, 2022

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Start making your belief bigger than your greatest excuse with Brian LeSage

Start making your belief bigger than your greatest excuse with Brian LeSage

Starting today, you have to start making your belief bigger than your greatest excuse. If they say you can’t... you will! If they say you’re not... you are! In times of uncertainty, some of us identify with our circumstances and become passive, complacent, and paralyzed by fear. In this conversation with Brian Lesage, we dig deeper into cultivating your reality by mastering the art of changing your mindset. Key Takeaways: [2:28] Brian believes that we can cultivate our reality through the art of mindset. [3:10] What’s one thing that Bryan wants to teach his kids when it comes to mindfulness? [7:14] What’s the best way for Bryan to handle his mental health? [19:50] What is the biggest lesson he’s learned from being a father? [23:36] What money mindsets did he learn from his parents? [29:36] What is something that he loves to do but is terrible at and something that he doesn’t like but he’s great at? Resources: The Power of Now  Mindfulness in Plain English Obstacle Is the Way Green Lights Find Brian at: https://www.brianlesage.com/podcast/ https://www.brianlesage.com/ https://instagram.com/lesage_brian?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianlesage?trk=storyline-update_share-update_actor-image Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jul 31, 202242:22
Create boundaries so you can truly live your best life with Dr. Darian Parker

Create boundaries so you can truly live your best life with Dr. Darian Parker

Our guest today is Darian Parker, PHD. He’s the co-owner of Epic Leisure Management LLC, owner of Parker Personal Training LLC, and host of Dr. D’s Social Network Podcast. Dr. Parker is a certified personal trainer through the NSCA. He has been in the fitness and wellness business for 21 years. Throughout the course of his career, he has served several roles in the fitness and wellness industry. In today’s interview, Dr. Darian Parker will cover an incredible number of topics. He’s ready to give value to you by expanding your horizons, because being behind closed doors is a dangerous thing. Feel free to come on this journey with Dr. D, and if you do, you'll be up for a fun ride! [6:29] How does he keep everything straight and stay productive throughout the day? [8:36] How much more does he enjoy life given that he has certain boundaries? The mythology behind the forty-hour work week [12:15] What is the main job of a personal trainer? [22:10] What are his top tips and tricks to acquiring better sleep? [29:34] What was the biggest lesson he’s learned from being a father? [32:09] How does he define success? [36:58] The importance of prioritizing health and fitness in your life by doing it consistently [42:16] What does wealth mean to him? Find Dr. Darian at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darianparker https://doctordarianparker.com https://www.elmadventures.com https://doctordarianparker.com/dr-ds-social-network-podcast/ Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jul 24, 202249:54
Becoming a Rebel in sales and in life with Dale Dupree

Becoming a Rebel in sales and in life with Dale Dupree

Our guest for today is Dale Dupree. He teaches sales teams to rebel against typical results and shows sales professionals the rebel way. He’s a dad, a jedi, destroyer of the Monday blues. And to add more, he’s the host of the Selling Local Podcast, a sales therapist, and a public speaker all in one. And you’re about to hear some wonderful insights from this jack of all trades. We’ll be exploring the nitty-grit of life, health, wellness, and a successful career. Catch him on today’s show. [6:14] He went from band to sales. Is there any correlation between the two? [9:33] What are we selling our kids on? [13:06] Dale talks about his daily routine as a busy dad [18:10] Where did his mindset come from? [20:42] How can we conquer the mental health epidemic right now? [39:25] How does Dale stay positive? [40:58] Build a network that will bring you business in 6 months. Build a community that will know your name by the reputation of your work, attitude, and where your heart truly is. [44:09] How does Dale define success? Find Dale at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/copierwarrior https://open.spotify.com/show/6vggsDkQyAuOgsUciBNj9E?si=UQCUDjoNRmG9wwUpyLBXwg Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jul 17, 202251:29
Become a mindfulness Ninja with Kevin Bailey

Become a mindfulness Ninja with Kevin Bailey

If you found your way here, you already know that you want to live your life fueled by dreams and ambitions. So I can bring value to my listeners, I like to invite guests who love to share their stories, tips, and expert advice with individuals who are looking for a great career, life clarity, fulfillment, and fun. And today, we’ll be meeting another one of them.  At age 27, founder and CEO, Kevin Bailey, was leading one of Indiana’s fastest-growing tech startups. Although this is one of his greatest life achievements, he doesn’t deny the fact that it also gave him a lot of stress, pressure, and uncertainty. That’s when he decided to change gears and shift his lifestyle as he incorporated mindfulness and neuroscience into his daily routine. Let’s hear what this industry expert has to say in today’s podcast episode.  Key Takeaways:  [2:13] What does he do as the "Mindfulness Ninja"?  [5:03] Advice to people who say they don’t want to lose their edge  [7:16] Is there a perfect time for him to meditate, or does he get it done regularly and consistently?  [17:07] Raise your children as if you'll be a footnote on their Wikipedia page.  [18:48] What is the biggest lesson that he learned as a father?  [25:58] Explaining his diet and exercise [29:22] What is one thing that keeps him laidback in his super busy life?  [30:32] What is one thing that he wants to tell his kids about how important physical fitness is?  [32:34] How does he balance being a CEO and running finances for his family altogether?  [34:18] Does he like to live within his means or expand it?  Find Kevin Bailey at:  http://dreamfuelcoaching.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinjamesbailey  Find me at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/  https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life  https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/  https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jul 10, 202241:07
How being a founder doesn't stop you from being the best dad you can be with Gary Searle

How being a founder doesn't stop you from being the best dad you can be with Gary Searle

Today’s guest is Gary Searle, founder of Customerse. Apart from that, he has a background in starting his own companies and living his best life all at the same time. In this chat, he discussed his career, personal growth, lifestyle, and his departure from the traditional “goal-setting.” Join us as we listen to Gary justify how success doesn’t have to come at the expense of your personal life, health, and happiness. Key Takeaways: [3:26] How does he stay organized as a busy dad? [7:27] What advice would he give to his younger self in business and in life? [8:33] What does his sleep cycle look like and how much is he sleeping? [17:53] What is the biggest lesson that he learned as a father? [21:02] Moving away from the traditional goal setting, how does that work? [32:08] What is one thing that he would like to tell his kids about physical fitness? [33:15] How does he define success? [42:39] What is his top financial outcome for the calendar year? Find Gary at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-searle7?originalSubdomain=au Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jul 03, 202247:11
Master the skills of observation and mindfulness with Jay Abbasi

Master the skills of observation and mindfulness with Jay Abbasi

In this interview, I had an insightful chat with Jay Abbasi. He is a former Tesla leader and has worked his way up to help professionals build the careers that they love. After a tragic life event back in 2014, he learned how to master the skills of observation and mindfulness, which has changed his life in the long run and inspired him to reach out and help others. In this episode we covered topics like meditation, mindfulness, work-life balance, and living in the present. There is a lot of knowledge to gain here, so be sure to check in. Key Takeaways: [03:45] Who is Jay Abbasi? [6:15] What does meditation and mindfulness mean for his daughter? [11:32] What does his mindfulness practice look like? [16:53] How to look at yourself objectively when you operate? [24:33] Why should we forget about work-life balance? [29:24] Where did his idea of living in the present come from? [31:23] What is a plant-based diet looks for him? [37:19] What is one piece of advice he would give to his child about diets and exercise? [44:20] How does he define success? [45:25] Does he like living within his means or expanding his means? [49:41] What's one money mindset that he doesn’t want to pass on to his daughter? Find Jay: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi https://jayabbasi.me/mystory/ Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jun 26, 202252:42
Life is so much better when you're following great systems and routines with Alex Sheridan.

Life is so much better when you're following great systems and routines with Alex Sheridan.

In this week's episode of The Ambitious Life, we sit down with top-tier content marketer Alex Sheridan. Alex works in Video Editing and Content Marketing at one of the world's largest professional networks across the virtual space. Yes, you guessed it right, LinkedIn. We covered so much in our talk as we see through the lens of this connoisseur. Alex shared experiences about his job, why he chose his career path, the systems he followed to achieve success, and most importantly, his life being a Dad. Catch him on the show today. Key Takeaways: [01:43]  What does Alex do as a LinkedIn content consultant? [05:36] How does he keep his notifications off and on track? [07:17] His morning routine or a PM routine [11:20] What is he excited about right now? [14:13] What is something that he failed at? [15:49] What would he tell himself or what would he tell someone who just jumped on LinkedIn who’s like I wanna do this but I don’t know how to start [17:58} What is the biggest lesson that he learned from being a father? [19:42] What’s his workout routine and what does it look like? [22:32] Does he follow on intermittent fasting or just eat what’s good and clean? [30:31] What does he value most? [33:07] What’s his top financial goal? [38:12] What does he want the people to know more about him or his mission? Links: Alex’s LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbsheridan/ Alex’s link tree - https://linktr.ee/alexbsheridan How to connect with me: LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff Twitter- https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ Website- https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jun 19, 202241:45
The most underrated tool for success is failure. This is exactly how Bill Wooditch has become so successful.

The most underrated tool for success is failure. This is exactly how Bill Wooditch has become so successful.

The most underrated tool for success is failure. If you don’t encounter losses, you’ll never be able to achieve wins. Learning from your mistakes can improve your performance, and today’s guest will prove a point on that. Bill Wooditch is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, leadership coach, and author of the Wallstreet Journal bestselling book “Fail More.” He’s in the show today to bring value and guide listeners to accept the unknown and turn that sting of failure into rewards of growth. Key Takeaways: [03:42] How did he that start and what’s the key takeaways? [09:46] How he gamify the sales process? [11:26] How he build up his skin to get though all the nos? [12:29] How does he know that moment when he  realize it’s the right industry for him? [15:15] What is he curious about right now? [23:22] What makes him feel inspired or like his best self? [37:38] What does he value the most? [43:43] What is his top financial goal? Resources: Bill Wooditch’s Website- www.billwooditch.com Fail More by Bill Wooditch-https://billwooditch.com/fail-more/ Always Forward! by Bill Wooditch-https://billwooditch.com/always-forward/ How to connect with me: LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff Twitter- https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ Website- https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jun 12, 202250:58
What's the best way to get your name out there on social media? Doug Lawson has the answer to that and so much more.

What's the best way to get your name out there on social media? Doug Lawson has the answer to that and so much more.

Our guest for today is none other than the BOSS, Doug Lawson. He creates content that generates sales for CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, and SMBs. He’s a conversion generator, an "elder millennial," and, of course, a father. In this episode, we got a chance to experience his humility and transparency as we talked about a few things. We wrapped our conversation around different segments, such as the importance of self-care, diets, winding down, and prioritizing yourself above others. Doug also tapped into a very timely topic around men's mental health and how important it is. Hear his life story, his experiences with fatherhood, his growing career and many more by tuning in to today's show. Key Takeaways: [17:10] How does he get in the zone? [20:37] What would be the advice that he would give to someone who’s like a man? I've been watching on linkedin and I wanna start some content. How do I get started Doug? [23:29] What is the biggest lesson he learned from being a father? [42:36] What does he value the most? [44:52] Does he like to expand his means or just like to live within his means? [46:39] What’s his biggest financial goal for 2021 Find Doug Lawson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-lawson-marketing https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCkKKaAfFH6wAbyiIf9bUlcA Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jun 05, 202254:55
What is it like to start a company with your dad? This is exactly what Adrian Chenault is doing right now.

What is it like to start a company with your dad? This is exactly what Adrian Chenault is doing right now.

We're taking a peek behind the curtain to unveil the story of this awe-inspiring entrepreneur. Meet Adrian Chenault, the CEO and co-founder of the top-grossing app Contact Mapping. Adrian shared his lived experiences as a full-time dad, how he dabbled towards success, how he managed to maintain partnerships with his father, the setbacks that he faced along the way, and how he's been able to stay driven on top of all of that. Join us in our talk and let's see through the lens of this prolific businessman on his journey towards triumph. Don't miss the value that this episode brings and make sure to turn your speakers up to full volume to get in more action! Key Takeaways: [7:18 ] What was it like to work with his dad in starting his company? [9:34] What causes people to move in the ways that they say they want to move? [10:04] What is the biggest lesson that he’s learned in business so far? [14:16] The importance of setting habits for yourself [20:41] What’s the biggest lesson he’s learned from being a father? [33:57] Does he like living within his means or expanding his means? [34:19] What are his financial goals for this coming calendar year? Links: The Daily Office-https://www.dailyoffice2019.com/ Adrian Chanault’s Profile-https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianchenault Contact Mapping-https://www.contactmapping.com/
Apr 27, 202245:56
Do you leap before the net appears? Jared Greer attacks life this way.

Do you leap before the net appears? Jared Greer attacks life this way.

Welcome back to the Ambitious Life Podcast, I'm your host Dusty DeGroff. This week we chat with Jared Greer and it’s all about taking the leap and not waiting for perfect conditions. We cover everything from Ironmans, hiking the Grand Canyon to relationships with our kids and our spouses. This episode is heavy on health and fitness and how being in shape correlates with being a better parent. As always thanks for listening and if you love this episode please rate and share it with those who matter most. Find Jared Here: https://www.instagram.com/jaredjgreer/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredjgreer/ Find your Host: https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/
Oct 18, 202154:25
How do you define failure? Jason Weiss sure defines it differently than most.

How do you define failure? Jason Weiss sure defines it differently than most.

Welcome back to the Ambitious Life Podcast, with your host Dusty DeGroff We took some time off but now we're back and I can't wait to share this awesome conversation with Jason Weiss. He lives and breathes passion for his family and his career as an attorney. Not only that he loves to garden and create businesses around his passions. Let's jump right into episode 12 with Jason Wiess. Find Jason on: https://www.instagram.com/askjasonweiss/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-s-weiss/ Find your Host: https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/
Oct 12, 202153:35
Lessons learned from the first 10 episodes with your host Dusty DeGroff

Lessons learned from the first 10 episodes with your host Dusty DeGroff

This is a special episode because I wanted to share my top 10 tips and trick but not only that... I wanted to answer a few of my favorite questions as well. Episode #1 - Be on when you’re at work and be off when you’re at home Episode #2 - Kids, family, friends spell LOVE TIME Episode #3 - Seek mentors because they won’t seek you Episode #4 - Nicer prison freedom is about having less stuff Episode #5 - Things will always keep moving and evolving so we should test and tinker Episode #6 - The power of controlling our minds through meditation, cold showers, and future visualization Episode #7 - It’s not about what you tell people it’s about how you make them feel Episode #8 - Combine strength training and HIIT cardio for more effective workouts Episode #9 - We should get 1% better each day and we can do that by seeking to understand first Episode #10 - Focus on the little moments Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes, released every Thursday, and if you find this podcast useful please leave a review so we can share these important messages. Thanks for listening. How to connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Jun 03, 202119:51
How do you view money? with Andrew Swenson

How do you view money? with Andrew Swenson

How do we make our marriage last more than 30 years? These are just a few of the questions that Andrew Swenson and I tackled in episode 10. Making a marriage last Going back to school after 40 Trust but Verify How not to be a Fixer No routine morning Finding new hobbies How the little things are the most important What he's learned from life's twists and turns Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes, released every Thursday, and if you find this podcast useful please leave a review so we can share these important messages. Thanks for listening. Find Andrew Swenson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-s-90153910/ https://twitter.com/AndrewGSwenson Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
May 27, 202150:25
How we can help our children become great leaders with Danny Langloss

How we can help our children become great leaders with Danny Langloss

This highlight is just one of the many insights that came up in Episode #9 with the host of the Leadership Excellence Podcast Danny Langloss. Other topics we covered: How to be the best husband and father Pivoting from Keynote speaker to podcaster Seek first to understand, then to be understood Producing content for a side hustle Cultivating great leadership How to have the greatest impact Walking your talk HIIT Workouts Intermittent Fasting How we can invest in our relationships Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss any new episodes, released every Thursday, and if you find this podcast useful please leave a review so we can share these important messages. Thanks for listening. Find Danny on the platforms: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannylangloss/ https://twitter.com/dannylangloss http://www.dannylangloss.com/ You can connect with me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://dustydegroff.com/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life
May 20, 202157:26
Ways we can overcome burn out and much more with Ray Nugent

Ways we can overcome burn out and much more with Ray Nugent

Do you go hard and burn out? Maybe that's because you're trying to work too hard for too long. This highlight is just one of the many insights that came up in Episode #8 with Ray Nugent. Other topics we covered: Investing your way to wealth Weekly Income goals Expanding your means Why you should value your time Learning from failure Efficient and Effective workouts Prioritizing your time Following successful models The importance of Men's Mental Fitness and Physical Fitness How do you start your day? Find Ray Nugent on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/raynugent3rd/  Value Pros https://www.linkedin.com/company/valuepros/about/ **We are not medical professionals please consult with your doctor if you are looking for sleep remedies. 
May 13, 202101:01:02
Life is all about how we make people feel with Michael Ray

Life is all about how we make people feel with Michael Ray

Do you have next-level patience? Is that even achievable? If you don't think it is, then Episode #7 with Michael Ray is a great lesson on how to develop that level of patience. Other topics we covered: Do you like no one else can Evolving and softening as a man How 30 seconds at a drive-through can change your life IF you have enough passion it's not work The right level of fitness We're  a product of our choices How to define success Power of homeownership People forget what you said, what you did but they won't forget how you make them feel Do you think were the product of our choices? Find Michael Ray ~> https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelray-smileproject/ I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.  Maya Angelou You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them. Maya Angelou
May 06, 202153:58
Living and breathing Gratitude with Simon Parsons

Living and breathing Gratitude with Simon Parsons

Are you looking for a crash course in mind control? If you are, then Episode #6 with Simon Parsons provides that crash course  How does Simon control his mind?  Living and breathing Gratitude, seeing Money as a great mindset teacher Knowing the difference between Perspective and comparison  How Living a #fullsend life can help us cure the feeling of "I'm not enough".  There is a shortlist of people who pushed me to start this podcast and live a full send life. Simon is at the top of that list.  **The book I mentioned is A Mind of its Own by Cordelia Fine  ***We did use a few swear words through parts of this but I left them in for emphasis.  Find him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonwparsons1/
Apr 29, 202101:01:60
How Gary V changed his world when it comes to testing and tinkering with Eric Clark

How Gary V changed his world when it comes to testing and tinkering with Eric Clark

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. It all started with my Dad over the past summer when he said "You know, you help people in these three areas" Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first. Then we all can be the best husbands and dads for our families. Is our perception our Reality? Welcome back to The Ambitious Life Podcast this is your host Dusty DeGroff.  This episode was with Eric Clark and we left no stone unturned in a wide-ranging conversation.  We chatted about being a father and a husband, what it's like to meet Gary V  How to take side hustling to another level (He's got a day job, two podcasts, a hunting app and a digital marketing agency).  Eric talks about how he loves to tinker and test new products.  He believes that our Perception is our reality.  I can't wait for you to hear this. If you like this podcast please subscribe so you don't miss any new Episodes, out every Thursday, and if you find this podcast useful leave a review to let me know how I'm doing. Thanks for listening. This is Dusty DeGroff. Thank you so much for listening. If you loved this episode please subscribe and leave a review. Thanks again! Find him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/outdoormarketingguy/ Find me at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustydegroff/ https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life https://www.instagram.com/dustydegroff/ https://www.dustydegroff.com
Apr 22, 202153:03
Financial freedom is more import than living inside a nicer prison with Chris Pawar

Financial freedom is more import than living inside a nicer prison with Chris Pawar

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. It all started with my Dad over the past summer when he said "You know, you help people in these three areas" Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first. Then we all can be the best husbands and dads for our families.  Welcome back to The Ambitious Life Podcast this is your host Dusty DeGroff this episode was with Chris Pawar in it we covered a wide range of topics.  Ranging from Meditation, Minimalism, and Running regularly to writing content, men's mental health, and maybe most importantly how true wealth is freedom. Chris drops some serious gems in this episode. I can't wait for you to hear it.  If you like this podcast please subscribe so you don't miss any new Episodes, out every Thursday, and if you find this podcast useful leave a review to let me know how I'm doing. Thanks for listening. Find him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispawar/ Find me on Linkedin: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/dustydegroff Find me on TikTok: @dustydegroff Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ambitiou5Life
Apr 15, 202101:06:40
How 9/11 shaped our generation with Mike Carpenter

How 9/11 shaped our generation with Mike Carpenter

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. It all started with my Dad over the past summer when he said "You know, you help people in these three areas" Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first. Then we all can be the best husbands and dads for our families.  In Episode #3 we covered a wide range of topics but here are some of the highlights:  How he cultivates Discipline Being a #Father Seek out #mentors  How he always desires more  How he creates his physical workout challenges  What he's failed out  How the Military sent him down the right path  How 9/11 has shaped our generation  His quest to learn more #Financial Myths 
Apr 08, 202148:20
Our loved ones spell love as T-I-M-E with Matt Wells aka Basic Dad Stuff

Our loved ones spell love as T-I-M-E with Matt Wells aka Basic Dad Stuff

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. It all started with my Dad over the past summer when he said "You know, you help people in these three areas" Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first.   Buckle up and enjoy the ride. In this episode, we touch on all the subjects that dads like to focus on such as:  How he's navigated his career and keep his direct reports accountable How important mental health and balance in life  How to find the best diet and sleep well  How to build wealth and enjoy life at the same time  The best way to share these tips and tricks is through The Ambitious Life Podcast.  Being a Father Basic Dad Stuff Entrepreneur spirit  Many mistresses aka many passions  Strength training using Bill Starr's 5x5  Clean eating year-round  Compounding interest  Spell LOVE as TIME  What he's curious about it  Why does he like posting on social media  Find him on: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew--wells  TikTok: @mattdaddywells  Find me on Linkedin:  https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/dustydegroff  Find me on TikTok: @dustydegroff  Music in the episode: Vexento - Dream Catcher
Mar 31, 202148:32
Mental health has become the number one focus with Mike DeGroff aka Dad

Mental health has become the number one focus with Mike DeGroff aka Dad

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life.  It all started with my Dad over the past summer when he said "You know, you help people in these three areas" Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness.  Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first. Then we all can be the best husbands and dads for our families. I learned it all from him so it made sense to start with him.  We have a wide-ranging conversation about:  How he's navigated his career and kept his direct reports accountable  How important mental health is and balance in life  How to find the best diet and sleep well  How to build wealth and enjoy life at the same time  The best way to share these tips and tricks is through The Ambitious Life Podcast. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.
Mar 24, 202152:12
Trailer for The Ambitious Life Podcast

Trailer for The Ambitious Life Podcast

Over the past year, I’ve done some soul searching and realized that I want to maximize my life to do that I need to focus on three specific areas. That will allow me to be the best version of myself which allows me to be the best husband and dad I can be. This is why I established my three-pillar approach for our best life. Those three pillars are Mental fitness, Physical fitness, and Financial fitness. Through my own pursuit of these, it came to my attention that I’m not the only one working towards these goals. As dads, we have a lot of different priorities that compete for our time. We’re not alone in this and because of that, we should share what works and what doesn’t work. We need to be our best selves first. Then we all can be the best husbands and dads for our families. The best way to share these tips and tricks is through The Ambitious Life Podcast. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.
Mar 24, 202101:10