#116 8 Tips For Young People (From Someone Who Figured It Out The Hard Way)

In this episode of The Big Deal Podcast, Codie Sanchez tackles the issue of personal weakness that many people face and offers actionable strategies to overcome it. She delves into the concept of starving weakness through establishing high standards rather than relying on fleeting motivation. Codie illustrates this point by discussing her own struggles with achieving daily step goals. By shifting her identity to embody someone who consistently reaches her goals, she found success and increased her activity level significantly.

Sanchez shares that one's inner circle can greatly influence success. Citing Charlemagne Tha God, she emphasizes that not everyone around you deserves a place at your table, and being selective about one’s friends is crucial for personal growth. She presents research showing how behaviors and ambitions can spread through social networks, underscoring the importance of a disciplined and goal-oriented social environment.

The conversation progresses into the significance of a strong work ethic in eliminating fear. Codie references Michael Jordan's perspective that fear arises where preparation is lacking and motivates listeners to push their limits. She points out that setting astronomical goals, like her own target of a $100 million revenue for a business, can drive individuals to achieve extraordinary milestones that they might not reach otherwise, simply by aiming higher.

Codie passionately argues against normalizing comfort and emphasizes that growth often occurs under stress. Using studies that highlight how human performance improves with increasing pressure, she challenges listeners to abandon lazy habits and push themselves harder. She also asserts that reaching elite levels of success often requires an 'unhinged' mentality, which she's especially encouraging towards women to embrace their strength. Lastly, she reminds everyone that true success is garnered through the often tedious practice behind the scenes, rather than the accolades that follow.

The episode wraps up with a motivational push for listeners to confront their fears and weaknesses, integrate discomfort, and accept that perseverance and grit are essential ingredients for achieving greatness.