The THRIVEONLIFE Podcast aims to help mission based people, brands, and businesses THRIVE on life, love, health, and everything in between. Tune in every THRIVE THURSDAY as CJ Finley, speaks with guests who wish to help other people THRIVE in the areas of health and fitness, business and entrepreneurship, and mindset and mental health. This show will provide answers to questions like: *How do I get more physically, mentally, and spiritually fit? *How business and entrepreneurship can make me a better human being? *How do I start on my entrepreneurial journey? *How do I make more money? *How can I build communities? *How can I produce social media content? *How can I start, scale, and sell a business? *How can I start an online business? *How can I improve my relationship with myself? *What books can I read to improve my life? *Who can I surround myself with to improve my life?
Episodes
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
In this episode, Jeff Agostinelli discusses how endurance will teach us to live a thriving life. We also chat about developing self-trust, changing the negative narrative around sales, scaling a business in the online world, and so much more. Tune in to hear his full story and see below for a full list of topics covered in this episode.
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Key Topics
- The significance of “Endure, Enjoy, and Enrich” to Jeff
- The pivotal moments that led Jeff to where he is today
- How to stop second-guessing yourself
- Developing trust in yourself
- Discussing sales skills & abilities
- Changing the narrative around selling
- How has his running and training helped his business?
- Scaling a business in the online world
- Effective social media marketing
- Finding your target audience
- Jeff’s business and how to work with him
- What does “thriving” mean to Jeff
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Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
In this short episode, CJ discusses how the things you desire can potentially lead you down a dark path.
Key Topics
- When is "enough" ever enough
- Why do you desire achievements and accolades
- People have more today than ever before, yet many feel like like less
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Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
In this episode, Paul Millerd joins us to discuss how we can pursue our purpose by changing our views around work. We also discuss Paul’s new book, why our society has a faulty definition of work, the gift economy, suffering in relation to success, and so much more. Tune in to hear his full story and see below for a full list of topics covered in this episode.
Get Paul's book here: https://amzn.to/3ZFXsdr
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Key Topics
- What does it mean to “create your own culture”?
- Paul’s work background and his new book
- Our societies definition of “work”
- The inspiration deficit in our work culture
- Paul’s experience living abroad
- What got Paul into writing and his journey with writing
- How sabbaticals can help you
- Is suffering necessary for success?
- The path to great work
- The gift economy
- Breaking down the power of generosity
- Paul’s hobbies and obsessions
- Who has been Paul’s biggest supporters?
- Supporting your friends with their endeavours
- What does “thriving” mean to Paul?
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Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
In this short episode, CJ discusses "Living an Examined Life," by James Hollis and the two concepts of fear and lethargy, and how they control most people, and hold them back from reaching their highest potential.
Key Topics
- Fear of what others think
- Why accepting lethargy is hindering you
- Why are you here on earth
- Who are you meant to become
- What do you want to achieve
If you want to learn more about the book "Living an Examined Life," and maybe purchase it for yourself, click here.
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Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
In this episode, Alec Alvarez joins us to share his thoughts on how to thrive as an underdog. We also discuss imposter syndrome, Alec’s experience at UT, looking ahead to the future, thriving on community/unity, and so much more. Tune in to hear her full story and see below for a full list of topics covered in this episode.
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Key Topics
- Living and leading as an “underdog”
- The “underdog” mentality
- What results have come from this mentality for Alec?
- The reason Alec chose to attend the University of Texas
- The drawbacks to the “underdog mentality”
- Why passion is an essential part of thriving
- Looking ahead to the future
- Division versus community
- Alec’s battle with imposter syndrome and struggles in college and how he has worked to overcome
- Being your authentic self
- Betting on yourself and giving it your all
- What does “thriving” mean to Alec?
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Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
In this episode, Amanda Kuda joins us to share her journey and experience as a coach dedicated to helping those battling sobriety. We also discuss the struggles faced when quitting alcohol, client success stories, spirituality, and so much more. Tune in to hear her full story and see below for a full list of topics covered in this episode.
Key Topics
- What pushed her to give up alcohol
- The events that led her to see the insignificance of alcohol
- Life with versus without alcohol
- Struggles, challenges, and differences when quitting alcohol + tips to deal with them
- Spirituality and Amanda’s journey with it over the years
- Practical things you can do to live a happier and more peaceful life
- What she is working toward now
- Success stories from those she has worked with
- Waking up to your potential
- What does “thriving” mean to her?
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Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
In this short episode, CJ discusses how he quit his corporate job six years ago, and he reflects on the challenges and lessons he has learned since making the decision.
Key Topics
- The pressure to live up to society's expectations of success and how he eventually let go of this belief
- Why quitting his job and starting a new chapter also tested his resilience
- How learning valuable skills from his corporate job has transferred to other passions/projects/businesses
- How cold calling taught him to detach his sense of self-worth from his results, while encouraging him to focus more on the process
- Why it is critical for you to be in the driver's seat of your own life
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Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
In this episode, Erin joins us again to discuss her first six months of pregnancy, how she is learning to adapt in life and work, and how both her and CJ have learned to adjust their expectations during different times of their lives.
Key Topics
- Erin’s thoughts on the new THRIVE podcast studio
- Why it is important to show the behind the scenes of projects and businesses
- How the system teaches children to focus on results, rather than the process
- Why deciding to move to a new city can be uncomfortable, but often times it is necessary in order to grow
- Taking on new challenges and setting yourself up for growth is essential in becoming the best version of yourself
- Being adaptable and not having attachments to materialistic things
- Career driven individuals must find a balance between their work life and personal life
- Pregnancy is a time for reflection and appreciation
- Men have to adjust their expectations and become more selfless when they have a child
- Taking care of one's health is crucial for both men and women before conceiving
- Discussing how genetic code is something that can be passed down and impact future generations
- How today's culture of the "grind mentality" can be toxic
- Why taking routine breaks, being disciplined with exercise, and tracking one's own health metrics is a must in order to stay healthy
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Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
In this short episode, CJ discusses why he is reading the book "Relentless," to end 2022.
Key Topics
- CJ's goals are no longer just his own
- Why Erin gifted "Relentless" to CJ for Christmas
- Turning actions into results
- Stop listening to what other people say you can't do
- Making no choice is still a choice
If you want to learn more about the book Relentless, and maybe purchase it for yourself, click here.
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Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Noah Huisman joins us again this week to chat about what he and CJ are reflecting on going into the New Year. We also chat about how Noah has been on a journey of finding himself through various projects and endeavors, what he will be devoted to in 2023, and why both him and CJ are working on building a bigger fanbase than they currently have now.
Tune in for more and see below for a full list of topics covered in this episode, as well as a link to last year's end of year episode with Noah. A lot of what they covered there can also help you going into 2023.
Key Topics
- Noah's philosophical quote to end 2022
- Podcasting in the Squatch Radio Room
- How to choose your priorities
- What is resistance and how to lean into it
- Why Noah is investing more time into video production and social media
- What is Noah’s version of climbing “Mount Olympus” in 2023
- Is striving to capture attention and build a fanbase a worthy step to take
- How nihilism and skepticism are created a culture that lacks those willing to pursue excellence
- Pursuing your own “Hero’s Journey”
- The root of sales is great storytelling
- What do you do after you achieve your goal
- Social media democratizes the ability to become your own hero
- Following the model of chasing defeat
- Harnessing the ability to come up with novel thoughts and ideas
- What is your one word character trait for 2023
Check out Noah's previous episode here: E127 How to THRIVE in 2022 w/ Noah Huisman
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