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?

Some people talk about toughness.
John Cantrell lives it.

In this raw and inspiring episode of Breakthrough Stories, Brandon and Matt sit down with Topeka’s own John “Iron Man” Cantrell to explore what it truly means to be relentless. From the ring to real life, John shares the battles that shaped him, the discipline that saved him, and the mindset that refuses to break — no matter the odds.

We dive into:

• John’s early struggles and the defining moments that forged his fire
• The mental conditioning behind a fighter’s mindset
• What “getting up one more time” looks like in real life
• The loneliness, sacrifice, and pressure that come with greatness
• Why pain can become your greatest teacher
• How to build the kind of resilience most people never reach

This isn’t just a boxing story — it’s a life story. A story about grit, redemption, discipline, and refusing to quit when everything says you should.

If you’ve ever doubted yourself, felt stuck, or wondered how to push through… this episode will light a fire in you.

This is Relentless.