Eliminate Distractions And Take Action In 2025 (Episode 345)
Release Date: 01/06/2025
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info_outlineOn this episode, Chewy and Eugene discuss some ideas on how to eliminate distractions in 2025 and achieve your goals in the new year.
We discuss the idea of "Executers vs. Collectors," why you should “live like a dog,” the idea of “Alibi-itis,” minimizing distractions, why what you say “no” to is just as important as what you say “yes” to, adding and removing barriers, using your attention to promote growth, and what you can do daily to achieve your goals.
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