Join Coaches Mike and Paul as they delve into the crucial mindset of starting from zero in any area of life…health, wealth, fitness, career, and family. They share impactful advice on setting realistic expectations, embracing the beginning, and focusing on consistent progress over perfection. Learn how to cultivate the "Balanced Warrior" mentality to be the high achiever you can be proud of!

Key Highlights & Advice:

• Every Master Was Once a Disaster: Emphasizing that everyone, regardless of their current success, started at the beginning. Grandmasters were once white belts.
• Progress, Not Perfection: A powerful reminder to focus on taking action and accumulating small wins rather than being paralyzed by the pursuit of flawlessness.
• Stacking Small Wins: The importance of celebrating small victories to build momentum and motivation. Just like a baby's first words are celebrated, acknowledge every step forward.
• Reverse Engineering Goals: Start with the long-term vision but break it down into smaller, manageable steps with clear metrics and timelines.
• Attacking the Day: Shift from merely "trusting the process" to actively attacking the day with focused action steps that contribute to your goals.
• Winning the Day: Focus on identifying and achieving 3 key action steps in your core areas of life (business/production, health/fitness, relationships/family) to feel a sense of accomplishment and build confidence.
• Consistency Over Special Talent: Recognizing that long-term success often stems from consistent effort and habits rather than innate abilities.
• Tailored Coaching: The importance of a coach that provides the right kind of motivation and accountability, whether it's a firm push or gentle encouragement.

And a ton more advice!

Join the Balanced Warriors and learn how to achieve progress in all areas of your life.

On this Episode of the Balanced Warrior Podcast, we have J.D. Crowell, a successful real estate investor from South Carolina. J.D. shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights on high achievement while maintaining a balanced life.

J.D.'s primary business helps high performers convert hard-earned money into passive income through apartment building investments. He also has associated property management and transactional arms. Growing up in a blue-collar family and even living in the basement of a car dealership instilled a strong work ethic that fueled his entrepreneurial journey.

Over five years, J.D. scaled his real estate portfolio to over 1250 apartment units by applying his finance and business acumen.

Episode Highlights:

• The Power of Continuous Learning: J.D. emphasizes the importance of constant learning and self-education, highlighting his significant annual investment in professional development.
• "Dark Fuel" for Motivation: J.D. reveals that early skepticism and being underestimated served as "dark fuel" to drive his success.
• Family as Priority: J.D. stresses the importance of family, sharing his long-term relationship with his high school sweetheart and their two children.
• Life by Design, Not Chance: J.D. emphasizes that his lifestyle is a result of intentional planning, hard work, and navigating challenges.
• Continuous Self-Improvement: With financial success, J.D. remains committed to daily self-improvement and becoming a better version of himself.
• Challenging the Idea of "Balance": J.D. suggests that true "balance" might not exist in a time-for-time sense but rather focuses on the quality of time spent in different areas of life.
• Non-Negotiables: J.D. highlights the importance of daily non-negotiables, such as working out twice a day, to ensure his key priorities are consistently met.

In this episode, we delve into the art of living a multi-dimensional life with the inspiring Casey Schwartz of Schwartz Legacy Planning. Discover how this attorney, entrepreneur, wife, and mother expertly juggles a thriving career with family, self-care, and intentional living.

Learn practical strategies for prioritizing what truly matters, setting powerful boundaries, and crafting a routine that supports your well-being in all areas.

Key Pieces of Advice from Casey Schwartz:

• Prioritize Routine: Establish routines that incorporate all aspects of your life, including personal well-being.
• Schedule Everything Important: Treat family time and self-care with the same importance as client meetings and business obligations by scheduling them in your calendar.
• Embrace the Power of "No": Learn to say no to commitments that don't align with your priorities or will lead to overwhelm.
• Be Intentional: Consciously choose how you spend your time and energy in all areas of your life.
• Communicate with Your Partner: Especially when working together, establish clear boundaries and communicate about when you are and aren't available to discuss work.
• Self-Care is Essential, Not a Luxury: Recognize the importance of taking care of your physical and mental health to sustain your ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Reflect on Mortality (Without Being Morbid): The experience of working in estate planning can highlight the importance of making the most of your time and being present with loved ones.

Get ready to be inspired and empowered to find your own balance!