The conversation covers Chris Olson's entrepreneurial journey, personal growth, and approach to setting SMART goals. It also delves into the topic of New Year's resolutions and how to approach them effectively. The conversation delves into the themes of setting and adjusting goals, revising business goals, adapting to external circumstances, keeping promises to oneself, and progress through daily actions. It emphasizes the importance of learning from experience and making incremental changes to achieve long-term success.

Takeaways

• Entrepreneurial journey
• Setting SMART goals Adjusting goals and timelines
• Learning from experience

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Background
• 09:59 Personal Growth and Success
• 20:46 Setting and Adjusting Goals
• 27:23 Adapting to External Circumstances
• 35:29 Progress Through Daily Actions

In this episode of Breakthrough Stories, Matt and Brandon discuss if there is a difference between a legitimate reason, an alibi, and an excuse. Join the in depth discussion into how our minds can create and adapt our perception to keep us in comfort and out of growth. There is always a reason not to do hard things, or more people would do them. What is your reason?

Everyone has dreams… but very few people ever turn them into reality.
In this episode of Breakthrough Stories, Brandon and Matt dig into what a dream really is, why so many people let theirs fade, and what separates wishful thinking from true purpose.

We break down:

• How childhood dreams shape who we become
• Why most adults stop dreaming altogether
• The fear factors that hold people back
• What it takes to protect your dream from negativity and doubt
• How to turn a dream into a plan you can actually execute
• The exact mindset shift that transforms “someday” into “right now”

If you’ve ever felt like your dream was too big, too late, or too unrealistic, this conversation will remind you what’s possible — and why your dream matters more than you think.

Your dream is the starting line. What's your next move?