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Breaking Average

Breaking Average

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A fully lived and understood life can only be achieved by those who choose to break average. If you are too careful, too cautious, or even too comfortable, then you will likely fall short of reaching your potential. In other words, choosing average, which is default living, will keep you from being your best.

This podcast explores a different path -- it explores what it means to break average. Each week we share insights and ideas to help propel you forward, curated from our own experiences, plus some of the top thought leaders in industry today. We share resources, practical tips, and helpful stories and science to give you tools to help you grow and make an impact.

The late/great Jim Rohn once said, "we should be something more than average.” Join us each week for the Breaking Average Podcast, and discover why this is so important.

This show is co-hosted by Paul Gustavson, a leader in the tech industry and the author of Leaders Press On, Speech Blueprint, Breaking Average, and the forthcoming book Imagine. Paul's daily focus is on the idea of Full Spectrum Innovation, which is centered on personal, technical, and corporate growth.

Starting in the 2022 fall season, Paul was joined by Barry Smith, and world-class coach, author, and speaker focused on Building What Matters. Other cohosts - who are still guests of the show include Rick Morris, Mike Harbour and Diane Caine.

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Episodes
  • Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 5

    Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 5
    Jan 6 2025

    Unlock your potential and elevate your leadership impact in this thought-provoking episode. Hosts Paul and Barry explore the transformative power of questions—questions that challenge conventional thinking, inspire self-reflection, and drive personal growth.

    Discover how intentionality, authenticity, and transparency can shape your leadership journey. From uncovering influential moments from your past to debating bold ideas like time travel, this episode will challenge you to think differently and break free from the status quo.

    Packed with fresh perspectives and practical strategies, this conversation is a must-listen for visionary leaders ready to leave average behind and embrace excellence.

    👉 Subscribe, share, and visit https://www.breakingaverage.com for more inspiring content. Let’s break average together!
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    56 mins
  • Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 4

    Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 4
    Dec 30 2024

    Welcome to part 4 of Season 8 of the Breaking Average Podcast focused on Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions. In this fun episode, Hosts Paul Gustavson and Barry Smith hypothetically plan for a zombie apocalypse, selecting team members for business resilience. They also reflect on their worst jobs as well as their future aspirations.

    Discover new insights through the power of questions, and the importance of taking action over intention and share advice on growth and decision-making.

    🎙 Don’t miss this episode!

    👉 Be sure to subscribe, share, and visit https://www.breakingaverage.com for more inspiring content. Let’s break average together!
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    54 mins
  • Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 3

    Unleashing Curiosity and Superpowers Through Questions: Part 3
    Dec 23 2024

    n this episode, Paul and Barry dive deep into the transformative power of questions. Exploring the importance of a growth mindset, they share how curiosity and continuous learning can unlock new possibilities. Through thought-provoking "would you rather" scenarios and reflections on the pivotal year of 2020, they uncover the value of relationships, legacy, and resilience.

    Whether you're seeking to enhance your personal or professional life, this episode of the Breaking Average podcast will equip you with practical strategies to help break free from the default of average. Discover insights as you step out of your comfort zone, embrace curiosity, and take bold action toward excellence.

    🎙 Don’t miss this episode!

    👉 Be sure to subscribe, share, and visit https://www.breakingaverage.com for more inspiring content. Let’s break average together!
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    54 mins
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