Do Hard Things

The "Do Hard Things" podcast is hosted by Jay Tiegs who believes taking on difficult challenges in life with persistence and commitment enable people to find great success in life. His mantra "Do Hard Things" has enabled him to overcome the challenges of a broken home and laid the foundation of successful 25 years career as an officer in the United States Army. Jay is an endurance athlete, speaker, trainer, and certified high performance coach. He helps people raise their ambition and inspires people to reach heightened levels of performance through challenge and meaningful pursuits. In his show, he provides tools and tactics, lessons learned, and interviews people who are on the same journey. www.jaytiegs.com

Weekly Wake Up with Tom and Jay 04/27/2022

Get Back to Work with Dr. Amy Skyles 04/20/2022

Get Back to Work with Dr. Amy Skyles In this episode I have a great conversation with Dr. Amy Skyles and we discuss a variety of topics to include navigating and maintaining work/life balance, the challenges of working remotely during the pandemic, and what doing hard things means on a day to day basis. We also discuss topics from her new book: Get Back to Work: A Guide for Navigating Your Career. Dr. S. Amy Skyles is a working mother who lives in rural Missouri. She brings humor and lived experiences into her writing, providing relatable stories and tips for living your best life. Amy is a self-proclaimed overplanalyzer who loves to learn and she believes that where you are now is just a step toward where you can be, both personally and professionally. She believes that planning and setting small goals are essential habits for success. When she is not working, Amy can be found lounging at her river glamping lot, exercising, or playing with her puppers. Accomplishments: Amy’s greatest accomplishment is raising two humans to the point where they can do their own laundry, feed themselves, and get to work on time. They’re adult-ish and self-sufficient. She doesn't understand why people say they are raising kids. They should be raising adults! Amy managed to defend a dissertation and finish her EdD during the pandemic and she recently published her first book, Get Back to Work: A Guide for Navigating Your Career. Contact Dr. Amy Skyles: Linked In Profile: Website: Email: [email protected] If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Join the Do Hard Things Newsletter: Book A Call with Jay: Connect with Jay: Link Tree: Join the Do Hard Things Newsletter: Do Hard Things Apple: Do Hard Things Podcast Spotify: Leave a Review/Subscribe: Do Hard Things on Apple Itunes: Do Hard Things Store: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/22848089

Strategies to Navigate Difficult Times- Live Life on Offense 04/13/2022

The Evolved Man with Nick Matiash 04/06/2022

When it Rains, It Pours: 5 Strategies to Navigate Hard Times 03/30/2022

Visionary Storytelling for Epic Growth with Justin Breen 03/23/2022

Are You Prepared? 03/16/2022

Are You Prepared? “It is better to be a warrior in the Garden rather than the gardener in the war.” -Chinese Proverb In this episode of the podcast I talk about our role as providers and leaders of our families to ensure that we are prepared during unforeseen instances and give you 5 strategies to help you become more prepared. This is not the most uplifting of topics, but it is incredibly important. So many people fail to adequately prepare for things that go wrong. It is our responsibility to recognize that things will happen and that it is our responsibility to be prepared to manage them. By being prepared, you are orders of magnitude in a better position vs those who are not. Having a positive outlook and hoping for the best is a strategy, but when things go wrong, and they will, this is not a strong position to start from when navigating a crisis. Being prepared means having the ability to be adaptive and resilient to unforeseen events that may occur. There is not a day that goes by where you do not see a crisis in someone’s life. Crisis is there when you turn on the news, scroll social media, and have conversations with people. Crisis events occur with our health, finances, with natural disasters, accidents, and violence. The Chinese Proverb “It is better to be a warrior in the garden rather than the gardener in the war” means to be at the ready when need be, as opposed to being caught off guard. Do not be a victim. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Store: Leave a Podcast Review on Apple: Schedule 15 Minute Call with Jay: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/22457567

The 12 Week Year with Brian Moran 03/09/2022

Courage Under Fire 03/02/2022

Courage Under Fire "Courage is being scared to death and saddling up anyway." -John Wayne We are witnessing story after story of Courage and Bravery in the Ukraine. Courage is the ability to confront something painful, difficult, or dangerous despite any fear. Courage is a choice. A person feels the fear, pain, or danger, but chooses to persevere anyway. Last week, on 24FEB22, two Russian Battleships assaulted a Ukrainian held position on Snake Island, in the Black Sea off the coast of the mainland. Russian Battleship: "We are a Russian battleship. We suggest that you disarm and surrender, to avoid bloodshed and unnecessary casualties. Otherwise, you will be bombed. Snake island, we are a Russian battleship, I repeat. We suggest that you disarm and surrender. Otherwise, you will be bombed. Do you copy?" Ukrainian Position: "Russian battleship, go F*ck yourself." The Ukrainian position was ultimately destroyed. May the 13 Ukrainian soldiers rest in peace. Could you imagine being faced with that dilemma? Would you surrender or hold the line? Courage is a pillar of high performance and we often fear many things in life. A situation like this makes me realize that some of the fear I face in life are really inflated by my subconscious. Much of what we fear is b.s. We fear judgement of others. We fear failure. We fear if we do that thing and look foolish our reputation will suffer. We fear the hardship of doing something new. We fear that if we rise up to the challenge and do the work, our life may not be better. High Performers look at fear a little differently and take action anyway. The world's highest performers act courageously in facing their challenges and in chasing their dreams. This is what I help people a do as a high performance coach. I help people discern their real fear from the inflated fear, and then together, we formulate courses of action to overcome the real fear and execute the goal. Courage Questions: How could your life improve if you faced your fears? If you had to have more courage right now, what would you stop doing? Start doing? Is there anyone in your life that you could be more honest with when it comes to your true feelings? If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Store: Leave a Podcast Review on Apple: Schedule 15 Minute Call with Jay: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/22304618

Dominate Your Fitness and Life with Tom Kiat 02/23/2022

Dominate Your Fitness and Life with Tom Kiat In this episode I have a great conversation with Tom Kiat where we discuss High Performance Habits, discipline, and a variety of topics to help you dominate your life. Tom Kiat is the author of The Ultimate Men’s Playbook, world class performance coach, natural bodybuilding champion and father of 2. He is the founder of League of Elite, a men’s high achievers program and manages the careers of a selection of elite athletes, executives and popular influencers. Tom currently makes his home just off the Pacific Ocean in Costa Rica. List of Accomplishments: Owner of Elite Training Center Owner of Great Canadian Bootcamp Mr. Southwestern Natural Canada Canadian National Natural Champion Mr. Natural Canada IFPA Pro Natural Bodybuilder Yorton Cup Natural Championships (4th in the World: Middleweight Division) School Teacher 25 Years Author of The Ultimate Men’s Playbook Founder of League of Elite Retired at 49 Significant Formative Experiences Growing up with Addictive Father - Grew up quickly - Dad was biggest example of who not to be - Mom was a real influence (business wise, loyalty) - Strong desire to be a Somebody Brains. Brawn. Success. (The Total Package) A belief system that I had about who I needed to be. Bodybuilding Experience - Peoples’ perception of me prior to lifting (Skinny kid....poor background) - Development of Work Ethic and Standards Contact Tom: [email protected] If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Store: Leave a Podcast Review on Apple: Schedule 15 Minute Call with Jay: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/22221098

The 6 Pillars of High Performance 02/16/2022

Be a Mindful Tactical Athlete with James Deirmendjian 02/09/2022

Why Do People Quit? Four Considerations to Achieve Your Goals 02/02/2022

Be a Millennial Samurai with George Chanos 01/26/2022

Be a Millennial Samurai with George Chanos In this episode I have a great conversation about the mindset needed to thrive during the technological revolution we are currently facing. George J. Chanos, served as Nevada’s 31st Attorney General. He’s the Chairman of Capriotti’s, and Wing Zone, two of the fastest growing franchises in the country. He's also a strategic business consultant, an author, and a speaker. Mr. Chanos has been advising leaders in business and government for over 30 years. He also successfully argued (9/0), the case of Whorton v. Bockting, 549 U.S. 406 (2007), before the United Supreme Court. His most recent book, Millennial Samurai: A Mindset for the 21st Century, takes a look at the technological revolution, and how it will likely impact our lives over the next thirty years. Mr. Chanos has been called a futurist and a visionary. He believes that the world is at a “tipping point”, poised to either evolve into a “second enlightenment” or fall into “dystopian division.” He believes that the choices we make, over the next ten (10) years, will profoundly influence our collective future over the next 100 years. He speaks about what he sees as our greatest opportunities and challenges; highlights the issues that he believes should inspire and concern all of us; and explains how change, disruption, and even adversity can create extraordinary opportunities. Connect with George Chanos: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Store: Leave a Podcast Review on Apple: Schedule 15 Minute Call with Jay: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/21893024

Do Hard Things 1 Year Anniversary-with Craig Horstman and Stephanie Valdivia 01/19/2022

Do Hard Things 1 Year Anniversary-with Craig Horstman and Stephanie Valdivia In this episode I have a great conversation with Craig Horstman and Stephanie Valdivia- former guests from Episode 1 and 2. We review our year together and discuss the importance of accountability, personal growth and development, our tribe of people, and the way ahead. Craig Horstman is a retired First Sergeant in the U.S. Army, a husband, and father of five children. He currently works for United Shield Life Insurance as an independent life insurance agent. He uses his knowledge of programs offered by the government and by civilian insurance companies to educate transitioning service members to help them make the best decisions for themselves and their families as they separate from the military. He is an active member of his church where he sits on the church board and sings as part of the praise team, he is a Legionaire for 1st Phorm, and enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with friends and family. LinkedIn: Instagram: @sapperguy04 Email: Stephanie Valdivia () is a Certified Block 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach with Power Athlete, amazing wife and super mom of 2 boys, co-captain of the Team RWB chapter in Fort Leonard Wood, MO. She is also the Afterschool Program Director for Laquey School District. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Check out the Do Hard Things Store: Leave a Podcast Review on Apple: Schedule 15 Minute Call with Jay: Join the Do Hard Things Nation Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/21814919

Work Life Balance with Sergeant Major Lindsey Pew 01/12/2022

6 Strategies to Dominate 2022 01/05/2022

Do Hard Things with Matt Crossman 12/29/2021

Hunger for Greatness with Jeff Harris 12/22/2021

Striving To Be A Good Man with Ryan Michler 12/15/2021

Being a Good Dad with Larry Hagner 12/08/2021

Grow Your Grit with COL (R) David Fivecoat 12/01/2021

Strategies to Survive the Holidays and Avoid Holiday Depression 11/24/2021

Do Hard Things with UFC Champion Frank Shamrock 11/17/2021

Relationship Boredom with Wileen Becker on the Graduate Warrior Radio Show 11/10/2021

The Warrior Mindset with Lorenzo Valdivia 11/03/2021

RAGNAR Bourbon Chase 10/27/2021

“Get Naked” Mindset with Navy Seal William Branum 10/20/2021

“Get Naked” Mindset with Navy Seal William Branum In this episode I have a great conversation with former Navy Seal William Branum. During this conversation we discuss his military career, biggest challenges of becoming a Navy Seal, Military Transition, thoughts on the current situation in Afghanistan, and his entrepreneurial venture with Naked Warrior Recovery. Williams is the Founder and CEO of Naked Warrior Recovery, a CBD company focused on the recovery of veterans and first responders. He is a retired Navy SEAL with 26 years of service. He has served on both traditional SEAL Teams, taught as a SEAL Sniper Instructor and served on Teams that specialized in undersea operations, who’s missions must be approved by the President of the United States. He led major combat operations ranging from protecting the interim Iraqi elected officials to Direct Action missions in Baghdad and across Ambar province. After retiring from the military in 2018 he realized that he was suffering from physical and psychological symptoms that negatively impacted his well-being and quality of life. Migraines, severe anxiety, chronic pains, difficulty focusing, difficulty sleeping/falling asleep, and depression are some of the symptoms I struggled with on a daily basis. Like so many others, he used alcohol & prescription drugs to mask the symptoms he had. Then he discovered CBD and it changed his life. It had such an impact on him he started Naked Warrior Recovery to bring the highest quality products to the market and to teach the GET NAKED! Mindset. If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard-to-get guests as we expand our reach. Join the Do Hard Things Facebook Community: Follow the Do Hard Things Podcast on Instagram: Join The Forge Community: Connect with William Branum: Website: https://nw-recovery.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/william.branum.712Twitter: @nakedwarriorrecoveryCBD Instagram: @nakedwarriorrecovery Linked In: www.linkedin.com/william-branum Email: TikTok: @nakedwarriorrecover Connect with Jay: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: YouTube: Instagram: Points of Interest: 0-33:00- Career highlights/BUDS mindset 34:00 Thoughts on Afghanistan 36:00 Advice to Veterans Who Question Their Service 39:00 Military Transition-lessons learned 45:00 Benefits of CBD 1:06 William describes how CBD helped him 1:15 22 to 0- Fight against veteran suicide /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/20860436

Are You Happy With Your Life? A Reflection Exercise 10/13/2021

Are You Happy With Your Life? A Reflection Exercise Are you happy with your life? Let's reflect. This is a series of questions to help you determine what parts of your life are happy and what may need some focus. What makes you happy? Be honest. Think about all areas of your life. What makes you happy at work? What makes you happy at home? What makes you happy with friends and family? What makes you happy when you are by yourself? What do you love to do? What would you do with your life today if you were not afraid of failure? What is not working in your life? What are you currently doing that prevents you from experiencing joy? What is working in your life? Who is not working in your life? Often there are people in our lives who don’t add value. In fact, they subtract from our life’s joy. Be honest. Who right now in your life is subtracting value from your life and adding misery to it? Can you fix any of these relationships or should you let them go out of your life? What relationships are working in your life? Just as there are people who don’t work in our lives, there are people in our lives who do. They bring value and joy to you. The clearer you are about why these people bring joy into your life, the easier it will be to appreciate and enjoy your relationships with them—and attract more people like them into your life. If we were getting together one year from today, what would have to happen for you to be able to tell me that you now have more joy in your life? What is the single most important thing you’ve learned about yourself as a result of answering these questions? If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/ITunes? Your feedback is important to me and it would also take less than 60 seconds and make a difference in getting those hard to get guests as we expand our reach. Connect with Jay: Website:www.jaytiegs.com Facebook:www.facebook.com/sjtiegs LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/jay-tiegs YouTube:www.youtube.com/user/jaytiegs Instagram:www.instagram.com/jaytiegs /episode/index/show/dohardthings/id/20793785

True Grit with Erin McShane: Second Female Ranger and Sapper Leader Course Graduate 10/06/2021

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