Most people start a new year with big intentions… and by February, they're back to old habits, old stress, and old results. But what if 2026 could be different? What if you didn't try to be better than everyone else, but instead built simple systems that quietly put you ahead of 98% of people?

In this episode of the Quest for Success Podcast, you'll learn how small, intentional decisions compound into massive life change. We break down five key areas — how you think, how you live, how you move, how you stay grounded, and how you handle money — and explain why most people fall off track while a small group keeps moving forward.

This isn't hype. It's psychology, real research, and practical application you can start using immediately. You'll walk away with clarity, momentum, and a framework for building a stronger year, without burnout, perfectionism, or unrealistic resolutions.

If you're ready to stop drifting, start leading your life with purpose, and make 2026 the year you finally close the gap… this episode is your starting line.

Takeaways

• 92% of people fail their New Year's resolution due to lack of systems.
• Cognitive offloading helps manage mental clutter.
• Building simple, repeatable systems is key to success.
• Character and moral integrity are competitive advantages.
• Small decisions lead to significant outcomes in life.
• Physical energy is crucial for sustained performance.
• Spiritual strength provides a deeper purpose and connection.
• Financial stability requires long-term thinking and patience.
• Emotional spending can derail financial growth.
• Consistency in habits leads to success over time.

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• Kahneman, D. (2011). Thinking, Fast and Slow

• Duhigg, C. (2012). The Power of Habit

• Sheldon, K. M., & Elliot, A. J. (1999). Goal striving and self-concordance

• Baumeister, R. F., & Tierney, J. (2011). Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength

In this episode of Quest for Success, we discuss the Nocebo Effect, which is the powerful psychological phenomenon where negative beliefs and expectations don't just live in your head… they actively work against your health, confidence, leadership, and performance.

You'll discover how your mind can quietly sabotage your energy, decision-making, relationships, and results, often without you realizing it. More importantly, you'll learn how to recognize these mental traps, reframe destructive thought patterns, and replace them with expectations that fuel growth, resilience, and success.

This episode is designed to help you:

• Stop unintentionally sabotaging your own progress

• Understand how mindset directly impacts performance and leadership

• Build awareness around the thoughts that shape your daily outcomes

• Create a healthier, stronger mental framework for long-term success

If you've ever felt stuck, discouraged, or frustrated without knowing why, this conversation may change how you think...literally.

Takeaways

• It starts with awareness.
• You can't fix what you don't notice.
• Pay attention to your mental soundtrack.
• What kinds of thoughts are you playing on repeat?
• Listen for the lines that you're saying out loud.
• Scripts we tell ourselves are taken seriously by our brain.
• Every time you say it, your body aligns to make it true.
• Negative self-talk can hinder personal growth.
• Recognizing these patterns is the first step to change.
• Your emotions and energy align with your thoughts.

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Press play and start upgrading the most powerful tool you own, your mind.

• Mindset – Carol S. Dweck

• Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers – Robert Sapolsky

• The Expectation Effect – David Robson

• Thinking, Fast and Slow – Daniel Kahneman

In this episode of the Quest for Success podcast, Dr. Chad Kish shares his journey from a young athlete to a seasoned coach and educator. He discusses the core pillars of athletic leadership, emphasizing the importance of leading by example, building communication and trust, developing resilience, and fostering accountability. Dr. Kish also explores how these principles can be applied beyond sports into daily life and business, highlighting the significance of self-motivation and situational leadership. The conversation culminates in rapid-fire questions that reveal Dr. Kish's personal insights and experiences in coaching and leadership.

Takeaways

• Leadership is about heart and commitment.
• You can be a leader from any position.
• Reflecting on experiences helps in personal growth.
• Building trust is essential for effective leadership.
• Resilience is key to overcoming challenges.
• Accountability fosters a culture of ownership.
• Self-motivation leads to lasting success.
• Communication is the foundation of teamwork.
• Every mistake is a learning opportunity.
• The world needs more leaders to step up.

Suggestions for Further Reading

1. The Power of Negative Thinking — Bobby Knight

2. Leading with the Heart — Mike Krzyzewski

3. The Impact of Positive Motivational Techniques by Coaches on the Achievement Levels of Men's Junior College Basketball Players — Chad R. Kish & Rebecca J. Woodard

4. Wooden on Leadership — John Wooden

5. Above the Line — Urban Meyer

Rejection hurts. Whether it's a job that went silent, an opportunity that passed you by, or a door you were sure would open, hearing "no" can knock the wind out of you. But what if rejection isn't a setback… what if it's training?

In this episode of the Quest for Success podcast, we talk honestly about why rejection hits so hard, what's actually happening in your brain when it does, and how the most successful leaders learn to use rejection instead of being crushed by it. You'll walk away with a healthier mindset, practical ways to reframe "no," and simple actions you can take this week to build confidence that doesn't depend on other people's approval.

This isn't a motivational fluff talk. It's a real conversation about resilience, growth, faith, and learning to keep moving forward when things don't go your way.

If rejection has been slowing you down, shaking your confidence, or making you question your path, then this episode is for you.

Takeaways

• What if rejection isn't something that you run from?
• Rejection is actually your built in GPS.
• When you get rejected, I know it can feel rough.
• See rejection differently than what you do previously.
• Not as a stop sign, but maybe as a detour sign.
• Your destiny is great.
• Buckle up because this one's gonna be real.
• Maybe a little funny and hard hitting at times.
• If you can't laugh about rejection, then you're not gonna grow.
• You start seeing your next step more clearly.

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Recommended Resources to Go Deeper

1. Mindset by Carol Dweck

2. Grit by Angela Duckworth

3. Option B by Sheryl Sandberg & Adam Grant

4. APA: Research on social rejection and emotional pain

5. Harvard Business Review: Articles on resilience and leadership after failure

Episode 100 isn't just a milestone, it's a reflection on what actually works when you commit to growth over time. And before anything else, I want to Thank you, the listeners, and all the people behind the scenes at Quest for Success. I want to thank Mandy, Hannah, Sarah, Mason, my Mom, Traci, Jose, Michael, Luis, Jacob, Jayden, Leo, Scott, and Stewart-Allen Clark for the good work, friendship, support, and help you have given me. I cannot do this without all of you. I have probably forgotten someone, but know I do appreciate, I am just having some good emotions right now and not thinking clearly.

In this special episode of the Quest for Success Podcast, I share the behind-the-scenes lessons learned from showing up consistently, setting goals that felt unrealistic at first, and building simple systems that eventually produced big results. You'll hear what changed when momentum finally kicked in, why early progress can feel painfully slow, and how adapting along the way made all the difference.

This episode is for you if you've ever started something meaningful and wondered if the effort was paying off… or if you're standing at the edge of a goal and questioning whether it's worth pushing forward. You'll walk away encouraged, clearer, and reminded that progress often shows up quietly before it shows up publicly.

If you're building something such a business, a habit, a calling, or a better version of yourself, this conversation is meant to help you stay the course.

Takeaways

• Consistency is the backbone of success.
• Proper planning and time management are crucial.
• Batching work can save time and reduce stress.
• Editing techniques have evolved significantly.
• Interviews will be a focus in future episodes.
• Growth in downloads reflects listener engagement.
• Promotion is essential for podcast visibility.
• Success requires repeated effort and resilience.
• Gratitude towards listeners fuels motivation.
• The journey is just beginning, with more to come.

Learn more and explore additional resources at www.Quest-Success.com.

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• Atomic Habits – Why small, consistent actions create massive results

• Deep Work – Focus, batching, and working smarter

• Mindset – The power of long-term growth thinking

• Start with Why – Purpose-driven success and leadership

What if curiosity is the missing ingredient holding back your success?

In this episode of the Quest for Success Podcast, we explore why staying curious isn't just a personality trait, it's a leadership skill, a mindset, and a catalyst for growth. From how curiosity rewires your brain, to why the most successful leaders, innovators, and people of faith never stop asking questions, this episode challenges the idea that "you should already know this by now."

You'll discover how curiosity fuels better decisions, deeper relationships, stronger faith, and more meaningful success and why losing curiosity often leads to stagnation, burnout, and going through the motions of life. This isn't about having all the answers; it's about learning how to ask better questions.

If you've ever felt stuck, uninspired, or like life has slipped into autopilot, this episode will help you see curiosity as a powerful advantage.

Takeaways

• Genuine curiosity leads to deeper understanding and growth.
• Successful individuals share a common trait of endless curiosity.
• Asking questions is crucial for personal evolution.
• Curiosity is a key driver of leadership.
• Breakthroughs often begin with simple 'what if' questions.
• Mindless searching is not true curiosity.
• Curiosity can lead to innovation and new ideas.
• The importance of quiet moments for reflection and creativity.
• Curiosity fuels the desire to learn and explore.
• Endless curiosity can lead to significant achievements.

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Press play and rediscover the mindset that moves people forward.

1. Todd Kashdan – Curious? Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life

2. Harvard Business Review – Articles on curiosity and leadership performance

3. Albert Einstein – Essays and quotes on curiosity and learning

4. John Gottman Institute – Research on curiosity and relationship health

5. Biblical Reference – Luke 2:46–47 (Jesus engaging teachers with questions)

Your attention is being bought, sold, and traded every single day and most people never realize it's happening. In this episode of the Quest for Success Podcast, we pull back the curtain on the attention economy and show you why your focus has become one of the most valuable currencies in the modern world.

You'll discover how distractions are intentionally engineered, why multitasking is quietly sabotaging your success, and how reclaiming your attention can immediately improve your leadership, productivity, relationships, and peace of mind. This isn't about ditching technology or living off the grid, It's about learning how to use your focus on purpose instead of letting the world spend it for you.

If you've ever felt busy but not fulfilled, productive but not progressing, or constantly pulled in a dozen directions, this episode will help you reset. You'll walk away with a new way of thinking about focus and practical insights you can start applying today.

Learn more about the Quest for Success and explore additional resources at www.Quest-Success.com.

Press play and take back control of what matters most.

Takeaways

• The average person spends over seven hours a day looking at screens.
• Your attention is a product being bought and sold in the attention economy.
• Every notification is designed to capture your focus and keep you engaged.
• Successful people learn to own their attention and use it wisely.
• Multitasking reduces mental energy and productivity significantly.
• Great leaders manage their attention and focus on what truly matters.
• Designing your environment can enhance your ability to concentrate.
• Building real connections is more valuable than online interactions.
• Your attention is a precious resource that should be protected.
• Focus on what truly matters to achieve success and fulfillment.

Recommended Resources & Further Reading:

• Herbert A. Simon – Designing Organizations for an Information-Rich World

• Daniel Kahneman – Thinking, Fast and Slow

• Cal Newport – Deep Work

• Harvard Business Review – Articles on attention, focus, and leadership

• Stanford University research on multitasking and cognitive performance

A new year doesn't magically change your life, but the way you start it absolutely can.

In this New Year's Day episode of the Quest for Success Podcast, we pick up right where we left off in our end-of-year wrap-up last year, i mean yesterday and talk about how to build real momentum instead of relying on hype that fades by February. You'll discover why most resolutions fail, how goals differ from wishful thinking, and how small, consistent systems can reshape your mental, physical, spiritual, moral, and financial life.

We explore the psychology behind fresh starts, motivation, and habit formation, break down why writing goals down actually rewires your brain, and show how the same process you use for New Year goals can apply to new projects, new seasons, and even Mondays. Along the way, you'll hear relatable stories, movie references, and practical examples you can apply immediately without burning out.

If you want to start the year with clarity, purpose, and a plan that actually sticks, this episode is your launch point.

Takeaways

• The new year is a continuation of our life story.
• 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February.
• Learning from past mistakes is crucial for growth.
• Your missed goals are just data, not failures.
• Dopamine plays a key role in motivation and goal achievement.
• Tiny wins can trigger the brain's reward system.
• Consistency in habits is more important than intensity.
• Setting measurable goals within specific pillars leads to success.
• Reflection on the past fuels our direction for the future.
• Starting smarter this year means building systems, not just resolutions.

Learn more and explore additional resources at www.Quest-Success.com.

• Katy Milkman – How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

• BJ Fogg – Tiny Habits

• Charles Duhigg – The Power of Habit

• Daniel Kahneman – Thinking, Fast and Slow

• James Clear – Atomic Habits