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Daily Boost — Motivation and Personal Growth

The Daily Boost is a weekday personal growth podcast for adults who live in the real world and want real results.

Welcome to the School of Scott!

About 10 minutes a day. No canned content, no recycled material — host Scott Smith and his practical way of understanding how life, business, and the world actually work.

Some days he’ll pump you up. Some days he’ll make you think. Some days you’ll love him. Some days you’ll wonder why you listened. Every day, you’ll know exactly what they call him: the nicest renegade you’ll ever meet.

Smile. Nod. Change everything. That’s the code.

If you played by the rules. If you built a good life — career, business, relationships. If you decided you want more. The Daily Boost is your show.

Topics include personal growth, motivation, purpose, decisions, work, money, relationships, time, and keeping your head straight when things get complicated.

20 years. 5,000+ episodes. 130+ million downloads worldwide.

Every day, the School of Scott is in session with a new episode that stands on its own. It’s always real, and occasionally pretty funny — because if you can’t laugh, what’s the point?

Copyright: © Copyright 2024 • Motivation To Move, LLC • All Rights Reserved Worldwide.

Latest Episodes:

Focus on What's Important, Not Just Urgent Oct 03, 2024

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Focus on What's Important, Not Just Urgent

As a child, I remember rushing out the door for a day filled with endless adventures, often ending with a game of Hide-and-Seek. Those days felt like they would last forever.

Today, we're still running until the sun sets, but now our to-do lists are packed, and we rarely take a moment to reflect on the bigger picture.

Here's the truth: you'll always make time for your most essential tasks—eating, sleeping, paying bills, feeding the dog, and caring for your loved ones, no matter how chaotic life gets.

But when life feels overwhelming and you find yourself shouting, "Something's got to give!"—it's often your dreams and future goals that are first to be sacrificed.

Stephen Covey taught us the power of prioritizing what's truly important. Remember to put yourself on that list, too. And when things go off course, reset quickly, refocus on what matters, and keep moving forward.

Not every dream will come true, but the important ones have a way of finding you.

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Paradox of Choice. Are There Too Many? Oct 02, 2024

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Paradox of Choice. Are There Too Many?

Do you have too many choices in your life? Is it confusing and making you feel distressed?

In 2005, Barry Schwartz wrote Paradox of Choice and challenged traditional thinking. He said the way to maximum freedom in your life was to minimize choice.

Too many choices are not a good thing and can create paralysis. Not to mention, no matter what you choose, you'll always wonder if you could have done better.

Distractions are your enemy and focus is your friend. Here's how to free up your life:

1) Limit your choices. Narrow your list to items you have already experienced. Having every option won't serve you.

2) Be sure to permit yourself to try other possibilities IF needed - but only after you've vetted yours first.

3) Stay in your lane and keep it simple.

Too many choices are part of modern life. If you can’t make a decision - shorten your list of options to what is important. Ignore everything else.

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Fast-Track Your Goals Oct 01, 2024

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Fast-Track Your Goals

Ready to achieve your dreams faster than you can say ‘success’? Here’s a quick and playful way to get you to the finish line:

Play to Your Superpowers: Lean into what you’re naturally awesome at! Success comes easy when you stick to your strengths—your hidden superpowers.

Say Yes to the Right Stuff: Only commit to activities that bring you closer to your goal. If it doesn’t fit the plan, it’s a no-go!

Hype Yourself Up: Remind yourself daily why you’re amazing. Keep your eye on the prize and let your strengths lead the way.

The secret? Skip the distractions that have everyone else stuck in slow motion. Focus, do, repeat—and watch the magic happen.

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Mapping Your Massive Success Sep 30, 2024

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Mapping Your Massive Success

Imagine having a clear plan to achieve your goals—a roadmap guiding you every step of the way. Introducing M.A.P.S.S., a simple yet powerful system that takes the guesswork out of success by focusing on actionable steps in four key areas:

Motivation: It all starts with knowing your “WHY.” Understanding your motivation fuels your journey and keeps you inspired when the going gets tough. Stay connected to your reasons and keep the momentum alive.

Accountability: Owning your results is empowering. Embrace the mindset: “If it’s to be, it’s up to me.” Holding yourself accountable transforms your actions into consistent progress.

Planning: Success loves preparation. “Plan your work, then work your plan”—a simple yet profound approach. Without a plan, your goals remain dreams. Map out your steps and turn your intentions into reality.

Systemization: Every great accomplishment starts with a first step, often the hardest one. As you grow comfortable with your routine, lock in those actions. Repeat, refine, and get results through consistent effort.

Sustainability: Building success is a marathon, not a sprint. Everything takes longer than expected, but every small win adds up. Stack your achievements, create momentum, and set yourself up for the long haul.

Freedom and success rest on a solid, repeatable foundation. By embracing Motivation, Accountability, Planning, Systemization, and Sustainability, you can build a life where your goals aren’t just possible—they’re inevitable.

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Be a Really Good Quitter Sep 27, 2024

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Be a Really Good Quitter

Have you ever heard someone say, "It's good to be a quitter?" Probably not. But today, it's worth reconsidering what it means to be a good quitter.

Quitting isn’t about taking the easy way out. It’s a strategic decision, a smart move when your efforts are leading you nowhere or when progress has come to a standstill. Quitting at the right time can be the key to unlocking new opportunities.

We often cling to commitments—whether it’s a job that drains us, a relationship that no longer serves us, or habits that hold us back—because our sense of identity is tied up in seeing things through to the bitter end. But sometimes, sticking it out isn’t the wisest move.

Pay attention to your inner voice. If it’s sending up red flags, don’t wait for things to get worse.

Trust your instincts and pivot quickly. Remember, quitting isn’t a failure; it’s a step toward something better.

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Simple Steps to Success Sep 26, 2024

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Simple Steps to Success

Here’s the world’s simplest formula for success: Stand up, take a step, and repeat!

One of our members asked how to put this straightforward advice into action. Here’s a five-minute daily practice that can transform your life:

Pause and Find Your Space: Stop what you're doing. Find a quiet spot where you won’t be disturbed for at least five minutes.

Focus on Yourself: Take this moment to center your attention on you.

Reflect: Ask yourself, “How is my life going?” Let your mind wander through the different areas of your life—work, relationships, health, and personal goals. Focus on each role you play.

Identify and Act: For the parts of your life that are thriving, keep that momentum going. For areas that need improvement, ask yourself, “What can I do to make this better?”

Take Immediate Action: Act on your answers right away, no matter how small the step. Keep moving forward and never stop.

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Life is Happier With Values Sep 25, 2024

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Life is Happier With Values

Do you ever feel like others are constantly getting in your way?

That frustration disappears the moment you start living by your own Values while working toward your Goals. Here’s a simple recipe for making every moment of your day more fulfilling:

Know and Live Your Values: Understand your core values and make a commitment to practice them consistently. It's not always easy, but living authentically will make you feel happier and more in control of your life.

Set Goals Aligned with Your Values: Only pursue Goals that align with your Values. When your actions reflect who you truly are, you feel more authentic and fulfilled.

Embrace the Change: Expect some resistance from those who are used to you doing things their way. But get ready for a newfound peace of mind.

Taking charge of your life and making decisions based on your deepest beliefs is the ultimate form of empowerment.

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Stop Procrastination With a Question Sep 24, 2024

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Stop Procrastination With a Question

Are you a member of the Procrastination Club?

Procrastination is the intentional and habitual postponement of an essential task that you should be doing.

Is that what you are doing?

In my view, three things could be happening if you procrastinate -

It may be possible that you are not procrastinating at all? Instead, you may be forcing yourself to do something that you don't need to do anyway.

The other possibility is that it simply doesn't mean enough to you to start the process. Or, said another way, other things mean more to you.

Finally, your wisdom is telling you this is not something you should be doing.

Yes, you must complete some tasks. That's called being a responsible person. But if your list keeps getting longer, it's time to ask yourself a question -

Is it important enough to me to get it done?

If not, you know why you are procrastinating.

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Turns Dreams Into Reality Sep 23, 2024

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Turns Dreams Into Reality

Do you have long-held dreams and goals that require little motivation to get yourself moving?

Laura and I have worked together for over a decade on various projects. Her latest was a move from a long-time career into something she was in which she was more passionate. After several months, her dream transformed into a goal. The roadmap was in place. Action was the only thing needed to turn dreams into reality, and nothing happened.

Months passed by with little or no action. Life seemed to always get in the way of Laura's dreams. When I asked what was going on, she said,

"Oh… I don't know. I always seem to have something more important on my mind."

That's common, and what John Lennon meant when he said, "Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans."

Over the years, people tend to ACT and DO what serves them best. All while dreaming and planning what they want. It's an exhausting way to live, but you can set yourself free by asking yourself a simple question -

"How bad do I want it?"

Truthfully, answering that question will do one of two things. It will propel you into action or have no impact at all. If you find yourself motivated and moving, all is well. If not, you have another question to ask -

"If I don't want it that bad, should I drop it and move on?"

Everybody has ideas and dreams that enter their mind throughout their lives. The important tend to cause automatic forward action. Your life transforms, and everything begins to go in a new direction.

For the others, you may want to consider that it's not as important to you as you thought. The best thing is to get your ego out of the way, scratch it off your list, and make room for something that excites you. When you do, incredible new opportunities that have been hiding from you for years will enter your life.

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You Will Change When You Get Tired Sep 20, 2024

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You Will Change When You Get Tired

Many have said, "Life is a marathon, not a sprint."

But what happens when you find yourself doing both at the same time?

If you've been living on this planet for any length of time, you've figured out life is a long game made of day-to-day sprints.

If you want a big bank balance, you make small deposits over time.

If you want to lose weight, you make small reductions over time.

If you want to get a promotion at your job, you do well every day.

The challenge happens when you have yet to define the marathon you are running. A lack of a specific goal can only lead to daily activity that may or may not get you to your destination. If that happens to you, you may feel worn out, frustrated, and wondering when things will turn around.

There's good news. That kind of thinking means that you are on the right track to success.

Certain stamina is required to reach any goal, and society today celebrates one's ability to put in the hard work no matter what.

There's only one problem.

If it's not working for you, it's not sustainable behavior. Sooner or later, you will decide to make a change - usually abruptly.

Here's the truth: you will change when you wear yourself out.

Reluctant, fearful, or hard-headed, you will put up with a less-than-satisfying life path for so long.

When you've had enough, even if the timing is not perfect, you will change when you wear yourself out.

You know it. I know it. Everybody knows it.

So, what's the fix?

The marathon we call life will continue until it doesn't, and there are three things you can do to make it better.

The first is to define your destination with clarity.

Next, match your daily activity with your goals.

Finally, accept that if things don't go your way, you're going to change directions anyway.

You will change when you wear yourself out.

Just skip the bad stuff, adjust, and get to the good stuff right now. There's no need to wait.

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