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Season 2 - Intro

Season 2 - Intro! Welcome back to Review - Improve! Join Sam and Brad as they share what they have been working on and their goals moving forward!

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Welcome Back Episode #35

Factfulness - Episode #36

Not only are things much better than we think, they are better than they have ever been. Join Brad and Sam as they explore some of the surrounding misconceptions about our world today of economic progress, child mortality, generalization of data, and how using data appropriately can reprogram the fear center of your brain.

Business Ventures and Update

In this episode we give an update on jobs, businesses we have started, and where we are going to focus our time for long term success

Motivating Employees

How are employees motivated, and what are the primary factors in a fulfilled work environment? Sam and Brad discuss how compensation levels, independence, and human connection play in to job satisfaction while debating a recent Forbes article.

Income Tax - Episode #32

Want to learn about income tax?

The Warren Buffetts Next Door - Episode #31

The Warren Buffetts Next Door profiles previously unknown investors with legendary performance records, who are proving every day that you don't need to work for a hedge fund or have an Ivy League diploma to consistently beat the best performing Wall Street professionals. These individuals come from all walks of life, from a globe drifting college dropout and a retired disc jockey to a computer room geek and a truck driver. What can we learn from them and apply what they do so we too can b...

The Fitness Mindset - Episode #30

Have you ever felt frustrated about not getting the results you want? Do you feel you are eating the right foods and doing the correct workouts but your body still isn’t changing as quickly as you want? Are you grinding through your workday with low energy levels, praying for the next day off so you can sleep in? The Fitness Mindset claims to give you everything you need to get the body you’ve always dreamed of, ramp your energy levels through the roof and develop the mindset to keep it fo...

The Life Of Patton - Episode #29

George Patton Jr. was a General of the United States Army who commanded the U.S. Seventh Army in the Mediterranean theater of World War II, and the U.S. Third Army in France and Germany following the Allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944. There are many similarities between war and business, so we can learn a lot by studying Patton's drive, focus, and strategies.

Miracle Morning - Episode #28

Based on the premise that how you start your day largely determines the quality of your day your work and your life The Miracle Morning gives you the ultimate morning ritual and teaches night owls how to beat the snooze button even if youve never been a morning personThis worldwide movement has changed the lives of millions and the book has been translated into over 27 languages But does it really work Journeywith us as we apply the book to our lives to try and transform our mornings

The Fate Of The Edsel - Episode #27

The Edsel is ancarthat was planned developed and manufactured by theFord Motor Companyfor model years 1958 through 1960 With the Edsel brand Ford had expected to make significant inroads into the market share of both General Motors and Chrysler and close the gap between itself and GM in the domestic American automotive market But what they expected never came to fruition Why What happened In this episode we take a dive into this story and see what we can learn from it and how it compares to t...

How To Win Friends And Influence People - Episode #26

How to Win Friends and Influence People is a selfhelp book written by Dale Carnegie published in 1936 Over 15 million copies have been sold worldwide making it one of the bestselling books of all time In 2011 it was number 19 on Time Magazines list of the 100 most influential books In this episode we take a deep dive into the best ways to communicate with others discuss if you can ever actually win an argument and how you can meet your sales quotaat your job

The Fluctuation - Episode #25

What happens when the stock markets drops And how should we react Join us today as we talk through a study of the fluctuations of the stock market and investing

The ONE Thing - Episode #24

The world is constantly demanding our attention and much like a squirrel we flit from task to task Sam and Brad tackle the Focusing Question willpower and selfdiscipline in this classic

Searching For A Job - Episode #23

In this episode we take a deep dive into the methods Brad is using to search for jobs apply apply to jobs and track those jobs In todays world looking for a job can be a scary task so join us as we break it down into achievable steps and tactics that will guarantee results

Rich Dad Poor Dad - Episode #22

One of the most common and recommended personal finance books today Sam and Brad tackle Robert Kiyosakis classic in this episode Join them as they discuss the enormous impact this book has had on them personally and how it has changed their perspective on money assets and much more

2019 Goals - Episode #21

In this episode Sam and Brad share some of their personal goals for 2019 utilizing OKRs and other insights gleaned from the various books they reviewed in the past year Chock full of insights and practical tips this episode is one of the most revealing yet

Measure What Matters - Episode #20

Join Sam and Brad as they review one of their favorite books to date Measure What Matters Learn about the power of goal setting how to track progress OKRs CFRs and many other concepts from this book by John Doerr A fascinating episode that sheds light on the goal setting process behind the success of many powerhouses like Google Intel Anheuser Busch and others

Sam's 10x Goal Review - Episode #19

In this episode we do something different and review how Sam achieved his 10x goal of buying an apartment complex We cover questions such as How did he get started Why apartments instead of single family homes What is a real estate syndication How did he raise the money How did he find the property How did he comply with the SEC regulations What type of hold period is he aiming for What types of returns does he anticipate returning What type of tax benefits did he realize And what resources d...

7 Habits Of Highly Effective People - Episode #18

In this timeless classic Stephen Covey explores the difference between the Personality and Character Ethics the importance of principles and many other foundational truths Join Sam and Brad as they dissect these and many other principleshttpswwwamazoncomHabitsHighlyEffectivePeoplePowerfuldp1451639619refsr11ieUTF8ampqid1543100174ampsr81ampkeywords7habitsofhighlyeffectivepeople

Burnout: Causes And Remedies - Episode #17

Daniel Thomas Hind is a serial entrepreneur with several 7 figure business to his name by age 29 Daniel found himself crippled by severe physical issues after several of his ventures failed and came to realize that success is a poor master Sam and Brad discuss the pitfalls of pursuing success at all costs and provide some personal color on navigating career pursuits while balancing family life You wont want to miss this hardhitting episode

Shoe Dog - Episode #16

Nike is a world leader in apparel with some of the most iconic branding across the globe Studied by elite business colleges Nikes rise is the stuff of legends In his autobiography Shoe Dog Phil Knight gives the reader a peek behind the curtain to the early years of Blue Ribbon and its evolution from a backwater shoe importer to a worldrenowned brand Join Sam and Brad as they dive into the story of Nike

Millennial Boss Utilizing Old Tricks? - Episode #15

Join Sam and Brad as they discuss the shortcomings of the modern laissez faire management style and how Chris Myers Founder of BodeTree reverted to old school techniques Are deadlines helpful or do they stifle creativity How far can trust carry a manager and when is oversight required Sam and Brad hit these questions along the way in a fast paced show

10x Goals - Episode #14

What do Henry Ford Thomas Edison Elon Musk and Phil Knight have in common They all set goals their contemporaries called crazy and then plowed through obstacles to bring their vision to reality In the 10X Rule Grand Cardone shares how this philosophy has changed his life and how massive success is possible if the goal is big enough Join Sam and Brad as they approach this book from different vantage points and explain how this book is responsible for the podcast

Thinking In Bets - Episode #13

Are you a checkers or a chess player According to Annie Duke author of Thinking In Bets both of these games are poor representations of life with poker more closely mimicking the curveballs and high stakes of the day to day decisions we all face Join Sam and Brad as they review Thinking In Bets covering topics such as positivity bias echo chambers pushup challenges and other concepts If you are interested in optimizing your decisions this is the episode for you

Application: Do The Things We Learn Work? - Episode #12

Over the past 10 episodes Sam and Brad have compiled a list of goals and in this episode they share what worked what proved more challenging than expected and what flat out didnt work Listen in on a very practical and personal look at how the books in this podcast of affected their lives for better or worse

Essentialism - #11

A review of the book Essentialism

Stop Trying To Change Yourself - Episode #10

Wellknown author and speaker Mark Manson wrote a provocative article positing that change is as relating to self is unhealthy and counterproductive Sam and Brad dig in and examine his thoughts with a critical eye discussing the concept of change self and identity

EntreLeadership - Episode #9

Effective dynamic leadership is crucial to organizational success Dave Ramsey started Ramsey Solutions on a card table in his living room and now has nearly 1000 employees Sam and Brad discuss his philosophy of leadership sales techniques financial principles and many other topics as they review EntreLeadership

Turn The Ship Around - Episode #2

Leadership is essential to any endeavor that humanity undertakes For millennia leaders across spheres have looked to the military for the best leadership models to implement in their own organizations Captain David Marquet saw the tried and true leadership styles up close in his time as a junior officer and wasnt satisfied Join Sam and Brad as they review Captain Marquets book outlining a different philosophy and the success that he engendered aboard a nuclear submarine

Eat That Frog - Episode #3

Adopting a mindset of productivity is important but what does that actually mean Eat That Frog is an intensely practical guide to small changes that will significantly improve efficiency productivity and stop procrastination in its tracks If you want heuristic approach to productivity this is the episode for you

The Perils Of Privilege - Episode #4

Privilege is a buzzword in American culture acting as a gatekeeper to who can pass judgement on a dizzying array cultural ethnic and economic issues As a nation we need these frank conversations but is invoking privilege actually accomplishing progress Join Sam and Brad as they dive into the tangled web of privilege and examine what can move our society closer together

Tribes - Episode #5

The human race is tribal by nature whether grouping by shared interests ideologies world views or dislikes there is a group dedicated to pursuing almost everything imaginable With technology facilitating easier communication and in turn providing spaces for smaller and smaller tribes leadership is more in demand than ever

Richest Man In Babylon - Episode #6

Money is nearly as old as humanity and so are the wisdom principles that govern its use Join Sam and Brad as they discuss the mindset of saving planning and investing

Poor No More - Episode #7

President Johnson declared a War on Poverty in 1965 Nearly 55 years and over 14 Trillion dollars later we have little to show for our efforts What prevents our current social programs from being effective and are their better options Join us as we learn from Peter Cove a man who has dedicated the last 50 years of his life to facing poverty head on and is now experiencing success

Why Aren't More Men Working? - Episode #8

The number of able bodied men who arent in the work force continues to grow but why Is this even a problem and if so how should the public and private sectors try to solve the issue Sam and Brad discuss and critique this article from the New York Times and apply principles revealed from previous episodes

Introduction To Review-Improve - Episode #1

Join Brad and Sam as they share their inspiration for the podcast