413. Unlock YOUR Potential: Asking the Right Questions for 10X Results! with Entrepreneur & Bestselling Author Jason Silver
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Release Date: 11/14/2024
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432: What To Do When The Plan Falls Apart [A faith-based episode!] A deep dive with DREAM THINK DO creator Mitch Matthews
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
What do you do when the plan… completely unravels? In this powerful and faith-filled deep dive, Mitch Matthews shares a message that will help… especially in those times when your plan seems to fall apart. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're the only one without a clear path… this episode is for you. Mitch unpacks one of his all-time favorite stories from the Bible - buried deep in the Old Testament - to explore what happens when things don't go the way we expected. And more importantly, what we can do next. You'll hear real talk about plans falling...
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431: When Noticing Sparks a Movement - How one leader turned compassion into global impact An interview with Sleep In Heavenly Peace Founder - Luke Mickelson
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
What if one small moment - something most people would walk past - could change your life and the lives of thousands? That’s exactly what happened when Luke Mickelson saw a child sleeping on a “nest” of clothes on the floor. What followed was messy, imperfect, but undeniably powerful. In this episode, you’ll see how compassion + action + leadership can birth a movement. Whether you’re a leader, someone craving purpose, or just someone who believes big starts small - Luke’s story will inspire you to notice what others don’t, act even when you’re unsure, and...
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430: ADHD as a Superpower: Parenting, Purpose, and Possibility
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch sits down with Jheri South - a certified master coach, ADHD specialist, and mom of seven neurodivergent kids. Jheri opens up about her own adult ADHD diagnosis and how it completely changed the game for her - personally and professionally. She shares how ADHD can be a superpower when we learn to understand it and work with it, not against it. Whether you’re walking through ADHD yourself… helping a kiddo… leading a team… or you just want more insight into how neurodivergence impacts dreaming, thinking, and doing - this is an...
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429: The Science of Grit: 4 Simple Strategies to Grow Resilience & Mental Strength Daily
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
In this energizing episode of Dream Think Do… Mitch Matthews tackles something we all need: more GRIT and resiliency. And not in some drill sargent… mad at the world… sort of way. But instead using science-backed strategies to grow your ability to focus and bring your best… even when you’re tired. Whether you're leading a team, chasing a dream, or just trying to keep up with life… this episode offers researched-backed concepts and real-world inspiration to help you dig deep, stay strong, and find your momentum - even when the tank feels empty. Plus, Mitch shares a...
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428: Over It Yet? The Simple Strategy to Navigate Offense in a Triggered World A Deep Dive with Dream Think Do Founder - Mitch Matthews
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Have you felt offended lately? Maybe by something you saw online… or something someone said in a meeting… or even just a shift happening around you that felt off? You’re not alone. In fact, the data says offense is everywhere—and social media is literally designed to feed it to you. But what if offense isn’t just annoying or exhausting… what if it’s actually blinding you to opportunity? In this deep-dive episode, Mitch unpacks why offense is so easy to fall into (especially in our current digital world), how it can hold you back—and more importantly—how to flip the script....
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427: How Leaders Can Turn Comparison into a Competitive Edge – [4 Keys That Work] With Bestselling Author, Speaker & Performance Coach - Jake Thompson
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Comparison doesn’t have to be the enemy. In fact, it can be one of your most powerful tools for growth — if you know how to use it. In this episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch Matthews sits down with Jake Thompson — leadership performance coach, two-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of Compete Every Day — to talk about transforming comparison from a confidence killer into a competitive edge. Jake shares how his own battle with comparison almost derailed his business… and how he developed the strategies he now teaches to leaders, entrepreneurs, and high performers...
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426: Feeling Stuck? Time Management & Goal Setting Strategies for High Achievers Who Want More Clarity & Joy An interview with Professor, Time Management Coach & Podcaster - Danielle McGeough, PhD
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Danielle McGeough, PhD is with us! Are you highly successful… but feeling stuck or craving more purpose? Maybe your schedule is full, your calendar looks productive—but something’s missing. No one else knows it… but you do. It’s time to get the clarity you want… so you can move forward boldly. If this sounds familiar… this conversation is for you. In this powerful episode of the DREAM THINK DO podcast, Mitch Matthews sits down with Danielle McGeough, PhD—a tenured professor, time management coach, podcast host, and creator of the Plan Goal Plan system. Danielle...
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425: Overcoming Injury, Beating Addiction & Experiencing True Reinvention: A Remarkable Comeback Story GUEST: Author, Speaker & Entrepreneur: Jason Ferguson
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Jason Ferguson is with us on DREAM THINK DO! His story feels like a Hollywood script — but I can tell you… it’s real, raw, and absolutely inspiring! Jason was a D1 football player with a full ride to the University of Hawaii… until a devastating injury and a series of bad choices sent his life into a decade-long spiral of addiction. For a long time, it looked like his story might end in tragedy. But I’m wildly grateful to say…Jason fought his way into lasting recovery! Not only has he been clean for over 8 years… NOW… he’s rebuilt his life from the ground up, one...
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424: Identity Method for Personal Transformation and Navigating Change An Interview with Bestselling Author Jamie Winship
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
Jamie Winship is back—for the third time!—and it's no surprise why his previous interviews (Episodes 354 & 394) are among the most downloaded in Dream Think Do history. In THIS powerful conversation, Mitch reconnects with the award-winning DC cop turned international peacemaker and identity expert to explore how real transformation happens—especially when stepping into a new season of life or leadership. Jamie started with a childhood dream of becoming a police officer—and went on to become a decorated officer… known for solving high-stakes cases and training others to do...
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423: The 4 Surprising Pillars to Build an 8-Figure Business & a Life You Love GUEST: Bestselling Author and CEO/Founder of Selfpublishing.com - Chandler Bolt
DREAM THINK DO | Motivation, Encouragement & Strategy
This week, Mitch Matthews sits down in person with returning guest Chandler Bolt—CEO of , 7-time bestselling author, and viral TEDx speaker. They’re in Austin, recording from Chandler’s studio, and having a blast. Together, they dive deep into 4 pillars that have fueled both Chandler’s 8-figure business growth and inspiring personal success. Whether you're launching a startup, writing your first book, or simply designing a life you love… this episode breaks down the real-world mechanics for building something that truly matters—without sacrificing your values along the way. Read...
info_outlineWe’re talking with… Jason Silver. Jason has founded multiple companies… but he’s also quick to point out that he’s also the proud founder of two kids! (He has two boys!)
He was able to play a key role scaling Airbnb in its earlier days. And… his most recent endeavor has been on the forefront of our current AI revolution… and he was in AI before it was the cool thing to do!
Jason will tell you that he gets his biggest thrill by helping modern employees and their teams unlock a better way to work. But he’ll also be quick to point out that parenting AND surfing come in at the top of the list too!
Today, Jason advises a startup portfolio valued in the billions on how to build great… lasting companies that people actually enjoy working for.
And… he’s just written a book called, Your Grass is Greener
Use What You Have. Get What You Want... At Work and In Life.
Your Grass Is Greener is not about how to find your purpose or find a mythical new job you’re somehow you’re supposed to enjoy for the rest of your career. Instead, it’s about how to transform your approach to work so ANY job will instantly get better… in real world ways!
And we’re going to dive into THAT today!
MORE INFO ON JASON SILVER
GET JASON’S BOOK: CLICK HERE
MORE ABOUT JASON: http://www.yourgrassisgreener.com
FIND JASON ON LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silverjay/
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT BEING A LIFE COACH?
Seriously… have you ever thought about launching your own Life Coaching or Success Coaching business… but you’ve wondered how to do it? Well… we’ve got you covered!
Check out “The 5 Critical Questions” training! It will get you the five most important questions you need to ask yourself in order to launch YOUR own Six-Figure Coaching Practice! Grab the training here: www.MitchMatthews.com/5CQ
ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS:
Remember… be sure to check out Mitch’s OTHER podcast called “ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS.”
It’s designed for Coaches and Speakers and provides a quick dose of inspiration, strategy AND… of course… encouragement!
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IN THIS EPISODE… YOU WILL LEARN:
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Jason’s Journey: How he went from feeling uninspired at work to discovering a passion for his role, without switching companies or positions.
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Mindset Shifts for Job Satisfaction: Why happiness at work often begins with mindset, and how to start seeing your job in a new light.
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Practical Tips for Enjoying Work: Jason’s top strategies for increasing job satisfaction, such as setting small goals, creating meaningful interactions with coworkers, and finding purpose in everyday tasks.
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Making faster decisions: The one question that will help you to make faster(and better) decisions!
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I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:
How about YOU!? What did you think of Jason’s great questions?
More importantly… I’m curious. (Like always!)
What strategy or question resonated with you?
More specifically… what’s something (BIG or small) YOU want to try as a result?
Lastly… PLEASE share this powerful episode with someone who YOU think would appreciate it and/or might be needing it… right now!
They’ll thank you!
And hey… remember… I’m rooting for you!
Mitch
Episode Minute By Minute:
- 0:00 Mitch introduces Episode 413, titled “Unlocking Your Potential: Asking the Right Questions to 10X Your Results.”
- 0:21 Mitch shares excitement about tools for immediate use, especially for overcoming burnout and improving decision-making.
- 1:00 Promotion of Mitch’s “Five Critical Questions” training, available at his website.
- 3:00 Introduction of guest Jason Silver, a successful entrepreneur and author of Your Grass is Greener.
- 4:35 Jason shares his journey from scaling Airbnb to being at the forefront of the AI industry.
- 6:00 Jason discusses his book’s message about transforming any job by changing how we approach tasks.
- 8:30 First tactic: Align tasks with enjoyment to increase productivity and job satisfaction.
- 11:00 Jason describes an exercise to identify enjoyable tasks versus daily activities.
- 14:00 Discussion on avoiding “best practices” that don’t align with personal strengths.
- 17:20 Jason shares a practical sentence to help people frame requests to align work with strengths.
- 20:00 Mitch and Jason discuss the power of intentional decision-making.
- 24:00 Jason explains the question “Whose decision is this?” as a key to faster decisions.
- 28:30 Discussion on the importance of clear roles in decision-making processes.
- 32:00 Jason talks about identifying opportunities with the question: “What would need to be true?”
- 35:00 Story of applying this question at Airbnb to achieve near-10x results.
- 39:00 Discussion on how this question overcomes “can’t” statements to find solutions.
- 42:00 Mitch’s Minute: Mitch reflects on the power of asking “What would need to be true?” and encourages listeners to apply this question to their own big goals.