Episode 302: Lessons from 300 Episodes

by | Jul 20, 2024 | Podcast | 0 comments

In this special episode, I share eight valuable lessons learned from producing 300 episodes of the WS pod. We’ll explore the importance of repetition, practice, generosity, and self-reflection, and discuss how these lessons can be applied to your health and fitness journey and life.

Key Topics Covered:

1. The Power of Repetition:

  • Importance of putting in the work and reps.
  • The evolution from early episodes to finding my voice around episode 200.
  • The concept of needing years, not just weeks or months, to master a skill

2. Building Powerful Relationships:

  • How the podcast has helped me build meaningful connections in the health and fitness industry.
  • The value of relationships with inspiring women and experts who have contributed to the podcast.

3. Moving Away from Self-Absorption:

  • The impact of self-absorption on our ability to be generous.
  • Balancing self-absorption with generosity and seeking feedback.

4. Seeking Feedback, Not Just Recognition:

  • The importance of looking for constructive feedback over seeking constant praise.
  • The role of energy levels in how we perceive and seek feedback.

5. The Body of Work is the Point:

  • Emphasising the value of the practice, process, and body of work.
  • How focusing on the journey, rather than the outcome, leads to growth and success.

6. Thinking Better, Not Bigger:

  • The significance of aiming for better quality rather than just bigger results.
  • Applying this mindset to training and other aspects of life.

7. Creating Passion and Desire for Your Work:

  • The necessity of cultivating passion and desire in what you do.
  • Strategies for maintaining motivation and creativity in long-term projects.

8. Balancing Selfishness and Generosity:

  • Understanding when being selfish is necessary for self-care and energy.
  • Finding a balance between self-care and generosity towards others.

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Keywords:

  • Podcast Lessons
  • Repetition and Practice
  • Building Relationships
  • Self-Absorption
  • Seeking Feedback
  • Body of Work
  • Thinking Better Not Bigger
  • Passion and Desire for Work
  • Balancing Selfishness and Generosity

Time stamp:

  • 00:00 Welcome Back to the Warrior School Podcast
  • 00:30 Understanding the Post-Sprint Hangover
  • 05:40 Lessons from 300 Episodes
  • 07:37 Lesson 1: The Power of Repetition
  • 12:29 Lesson 2: Building Powerful Relationships
  • 17:03 Lesson 3: Moving Away from Self-Absorption
  • 18:31 Lesson 4: Seeking Feedback, Not Validation
  • 27:42 Lesson 5: The Body of Work is the Point
  • 29:57 Lesson 6: Think Better, Not Bigger
  • 31:43 Lesson 7: Creating Passion and Desire for the Work
  • 38:12 Lesson 8: Be Consistent, But Pivot if Needed
  • 44:50 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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