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How To Be Moderately Successful.

How To Be Moderately Successful.

Written by: Mike Scott
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Building a business is hard.
Maintaining healthy relationships with those that you care about is hard.
Staying fit and healthy in your body, your mind and your emotions is hard.
This podcast is about finding and sharing tools, strategies and experiences that may help you to achieve and maintain moderate success in your life, whatever that means to you.
There is a ton of content created by the billionaires, the ultra successful athletes, and by people that are at a level that the vast majority of us will just never get to. And if you're anything like me, you're totally okay with that.
This is a place where we talk about how to build a great business, but not necessarily a massive one. A place to talk about how we build a life that is balanced and integrated, but not necessarily optimised to levels that are not realistic for most of us.
In short, it's a place where we explore how to be moderately successful.
The work will always remain yours, and for the most part, it's simple, but not easy.
I sincerely hope it's valuable to you.

-Mike

If you want to talk about working with me get in touch on mike@smbmastery.com.au or https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/




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Episodes
  • EP50 Is Accountability all it's cracked up to be?
    Feb 20 2026

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    Summary

    In this episode, Mike and Troye delve into the complexities of accountability and habit tracking, exploring how these concepts relate to personal growth and behavior change. They discuss the importance of environment, identity, and motivation in facilitating change, while also challenging traditional views on accountability mechanisms. The conversation emphasizes the need for a supportive environment and a clear understanding of what is at stake in order to drive meaningful behavior change.


    Takeaways

    Accountability can be perceived differently by individuals.
    Setting up the right environment is crucial for behavior change.
    Identity plays a significant role in how we approach change.
    Understanding what is at stake can motivate behavior change.
    Habit tracking may not work for everyone; it's about finding the right mechanism.
    Motivation can fluctuate; it's important to recognize where you are in the change process.
    Behavior change often requires a gradual approach rather than a sudden shift.
    The people you surround yourself with influence your behavior and values.
    Exploring the reasons behind habits can lead to better understanding and change.
    Creating a framework for change involves aligning identity, environment, and motivation.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgment of Feelings
    02:45 Exploring Accountability and Habits
    05:15 The Role of Environment in Behavior Change
    08:09 Identity and Commitment to Change
    11:06 Motivation and Stages of Change
    13:36 The Stakes of Behavior Change
    16:28 Shifting Perspectives on Status and Behavior
    19:29 Practical Strategies for Behavior Change
    22:22 Conclusion and Framework for Change


    Keywords

    accountability, habit tracking, behavior change, motivation, environment, identity, personal development, mindfulness, meditation, self-improvement

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. mike@smbmastery.com.au

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/

    https://theintentionalleaders.com/


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    29 mins
  • EP 49 The Two Timeframes That Will Make You a Better Leader
    Feb 4 2026

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    In this episode, Mike discusses the importance of focusing on two critical timeframes: the next hour and the next ten years. He shares personal anecdotes and insights on how these timeframes can guide decision-making and leadership development. By balancing immediate actions with long-term goals, individuals can enhance their leadership skills and achieve greater success.

    Keywords

    leadership, time management, personal development, long-term goals, immediate actions

    Takeaways

    • Focus on the next hour and the next ten years.
    • Immediate actions should align with long-term goals.
    • Identity statements can guide personal growth.
    • Balancing short-term and long-term thinking is crucial.
    • Intentional decisions enhance leadership skills.
    • Energy management is key to success.
    • Avoid living in reactive mode.
    • Dreams require actionable steps.
    • Consistency in actions leads to compounding benefits.
    • Reflect on future self's perspective on current actions.

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. mike@smbmastery.com.au

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/

    https://theintentionalleaders.com/


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    21 mins
  • EP48 Identity and Success - A New Perspective
    Jan 21 2026

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    Summary

    In this conversation, Troye discusses the concept of identity in relation to achieving success, using the integrator metaphor to explore personal growth and the process of experimentation in defining one's path.


    Takeaways

    The integrator idea serves as a metaphor for process.
    Identity plays a crucial role in achieving success.
    Personal growth involves experimentation and self-discovery.
    Understanding who you need to be is essential for success.
    Troye is excited about his new approach and its potential outcomes.
    The conversation emphasizes the importance of reflection over time.
    Success is not just about outcomes but also about the journey.
    Engaging in new experiments can lead to valuable insights.
    The idea of identity is fluid and can evolve with experiences.
    Troye encourages revisiting these concepts in the future.


    Keywords

    identity, success, integrator, process, personal growth, experimentation

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. mike@smbmastery.com.au

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/

    https://theintentionalleaders.com/


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    22 mins
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