424 – The Brutal Wake-Up Call That Transformed My Business and Marriage

What if everything you’ve been told about education, success, and preparation for the future is wrong? In this conversation with Matt Smith, co-author of The Preparation, we dive into a radical new framework that challenges the traditional path of college and shows how to cultivate real independence, resilience, and skill stacking instead. You’ll hear how… The post 428 – The Preparation: How To AI-Proof Your Kids’ Future (Before It’s Too Late) appeared first on Early To Rise.

Most entrepreneurs chase too many things at once—and it’s the fastest way to stay stuck. In this episode, I reveal the 11 millionaire habits my top clients use to simplify, focus, and scale without burning out. You’ll discover how to protect your mornings, say no to distractions, double down on your core offer, and treat… The post 427 – 11 Millionaire Habits That Will Change Your Business Forever appeared first on Early To Rise.

If you want to hit seven figures, you can’t run your business like everyone else—and in this episode, I share the 10 game-changing habits that separate millionaires from those stuck in survival mode. After coaching over 250 entrepreneurs to become millionaires, I’ve seen exactly what works: asking for help (and using it), leveraging connections, staying… The post 426 – 10 Things That 7-Figure Business Owners Do Differently appeared first on Early To Rise.

97% of entrepreneurs stay broke—and I was dangerously close to being one of them. In this episode, I reveal the real reason most business owners struggle and how I finally broke free by learning to stop doing everything myself. I’ll walk you through the exact tools I used—like the “love vs. loathe” list and the… The post 425 – Why 97% Of Entrepreneurs Stay Broke (And How to Fix It Fast) appeared first on Early To Rise.

When Bob Ferguson bought the company he’d helped run for years, he thought he knew it all—until the pressure of ownership hit him like a freight train. In this candid conversation, Bob reveals how joining a mastermind and embracing coaching transformed not only his business—doubling revenue and reclaiming his time—but also his identity as a… The post 424 – The Brutal Wake-Up Call That Transformed My Business and Marriage appeared first on Early To Rise.

Think writing a book is just about sharing your story? Think again. In this behind-the-scenes masterclass, Craig Ballantyne reveals how to write, publish, and launch a nonfiction bestseller that doesn’t just sit on shelves—it builds your brand, generates leads, and sells while you sleep. You’ll learn the brutal truths about who shouldn’t write a book,… The post 424 – How To Write And Market A Best Selling Book appeared first on Early To Rise.

What if the real reason your business is stuck isn’t strategy—but avoidance? In this raw and practical episode, Craig Ballantyne and Daniel Woodrum break down why most entrepreneurs waste energy solving level 1 problems while ignoring the level 10 ones that actually move the needle. They share hard-won lessons on leadership, accountability, and brutal ownership—including… The post 423 – The #1 Reason Your Business Is Stuck appeared first on Early To Rise.

Think discipline is all about cold plunges, waking up at 5 a.m., and resisting chocolate cake? Think again. In this high-impact episode, Craig Ballantyne reveals the real secret to scaling your income, slashing your work hours, and dominating your day without burnout—his 5 non-negotiables for peak performance. You’ll discover why systems—not willpower—create freedom, and how… The post 422 – The Missing Link: The 5 Non-Negotiables Of Highly Disciplined People appeared first on Early To Rise.

Is your obsession with discipline silently destroying what matters most? In this provocative episode, Craig Ballantyne unpacks the hidden dangers of overachievement—and why cold plunges, 5 a.m. routines, and dopamine-chasing might be sabotaging your success. You’ll learn the real difference between productive discipline and toxic avoidance, and how to identify your true “level 10 problem.”… The post 421 – The Dark Side of Discipline: When Success Costs You Everything appeared first on Early To Rise.

What happens when a driven 8-figure entrepreneur becomes a new dad? In this brutally honest and refreshingly unconventional episode, Craig Ballantyne shares the unfiltered truth about balancing business, baby bottles, and buying back time. From sleep strategies and teething nightmares to empathy muscles and marriage-saving systems, this is the advice no Instagram parenting reel will… The post 420 – Politically Incorrect Truth About Entrepreneur Fatherhood appeared first on Early To Rise.