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325: Ryan Hawk | The Price of Becoming Your Best Self 07/23/2026

325: Ryan Hawk | The Price of Becoming Your Best Self Ryan Hawk, keynote speaker, leadership advisor, USA Today bestselling author of four books, and host of The Learning Leader Show, joins me on this episode. Ryan has spent more than a decade interviewing over 700 of the world's top leaders, CEOs, athletes, coaches, military commanders, and entrepreneurs to uncover what separates those who consistently perform at the highest level. His newest book, The Price of Becoming, distills those conversations along with his own life experiences into a powerful framework for achieving lasting excellence through the small decisions we make every day. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, professional, or someone striving to become the best version of yourself, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, leadership, family, and personal growth. 🎙️ What We Discuss: ✅ Why Ryan says he's currently living in "the good old days" and how that perspective shapes his priorities ✅ The difference between becoming and arriving, and why excellence is a lifelong pursuit ✅ Why curiosity may be one of the highest expressions of leadership, love, and connection ✅ The power of compounding and the small daily habits that create extraordinary long-term results ✅ Why Ryan throws away nearly 30% of his podcast interviews and the standards he refuses to compromise ✅ The three questions he asks himself every day to continue growing ✅ What it truly means to "leave it better" ✅ And much more! Get connected with Ryan: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: Instagram: Twitter/X: Purchase a copy of The Price of Becoming: The Learning Leader Show: Leave a 5-star review with a comment on Apple Podcasts: Subscribe to my Business Builder Newsletter: Want to learn how you can work with me to gain more clarity, build a rock-solid foundation for your business, and achieve the results and success you deserve? Visit and schedule a 1:1 discovery coaching call. Enjoy, thanks for listening, and please share with a friend! /episode/index/show/jayscherrbusinessconsulting/id/42186095