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How To Be Moderately Successful.

Mike Scott
How To Be Moderately Successful.
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  • How To Be Moderately Successful.

    EP48 Identity and Success - A New Perspective

    2026/1/21 | 22 mins.
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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. [email protected]
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
    https://theintentionalleaders.com/
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    EP47 Navigating Overwhelm - The Clarity Principle

    2026/1/07 | 40 mins.
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    Summary

    In this conversation, Mike and Troye discuss the concept of overwhelm, emphasising that it is not merely about having too much to do, but rather a lack of clarity in various aspects of life. They highlight the importance of clarity of mind, systems, priorities, and action in overcoming feelings of overwhelm and achieving better outcomes.

    Takeaways

    Overwhelm is not just about workload.
    Clarity is essential for effective action.
    Mind clarity helps in decision-making.
    Systems can streamline our tasks.
    Prioritizing tasks reduces feelings of overwhelm.
    Knowing the next step is crucial.
    A clear mindset enhances productivity.
    Action clarity leads to better results.
    Confusion arises from too many tasks.
    Structure in systems aids in focus.

    Keywords

    overwhelm, clarity, priorities, action, systems, mindset

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. [email protected]
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
    https://theintentionalleaders.com/
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    EP46 Implementing a growth operating system with Isaiah Nolte

    2025/12/17 | 47 mins.
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    Summary

    In this conversation, Mike and Isaiah Nolte discuss the common challenges businesses face that prevent them from reaching their full potential. He emphasises the importance of leadership in identifying and addressing these challenges to unlock growth.

    Takeaways

    The results are massive when addressing business challenges.
    There are 15 commonalities that cause businesses to hit a ceiling.
    Identifying these commonalities is crucial for growth.
    Leadership teams play a vital role in solving these issues.
    Pulling the right levers can unlock business potential.
    Sales leadership is key to overcoming obstacles.
    Understanding the root causes of stagnation is essential.
    Entrepreneurs must be proactive in addressing challenges.
    Collaboration within the leadership team enhances problem-solving.
    Unlocking potential leads to significant business growth.

    Keywords

    business growth, leadership, sales strategy, entrepreneurship, potential unlocking, common challenges

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. [email protected]
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
    https://theintentionalleaders.com/
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    EP45 How to Identify the Metrics That Actually Matter

    2025/12/03 | 21 mins.
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    In this episode, Mike discusses the practical application of the Bloom Growth Model in business, focusing on identifying key business metrics that truly matter. He shares insights from his experience with the ILN and emphasises the importance of setting realistic growth goals and weekly KPIs to drive business success.
    Keywords
    Bloom Growth Model, business metrics, ILN, growth goals, KPIs
    Takeaways
    Identify business metrics that truly matter.
    Implement Bloom Growth Model for business success.
    Set realistic growth goals and KPIs.
    Focus on member referrals as a key metric.
    Balance profit and member experience.
    Use weekly KPIs to track progress.
    Create content that resonates with your audience.
    Apply the 95-5 budget principle for member experience.
    Build an ecosystem that feeds each other.
    Execution and communication are key to success.

    Chapters
    00:00:01 Introduction to Bloom Growth Model
    00:00:28 Implementing Bloom in ILN
    00:00:57 Identifying Key Metrics
    00:01:53 Setting Growth Goals
    00:02:50 Weekly KPIs and Execution
    00:05:18 Balancing Profit and Experience
    00:10:02 Referral Strategies
    00:13:24 Member Experience and Budgeting
    00:18:02 Content Creation and Ecosystem

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. [email protected]
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
    https://theintentionalleaders.com/
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    EP44 Stop protecting your culture!

    2025/11/19 | 17 mins.
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    In this episode, Mike discusses the evolution of company culture as businesses grow. He emphasises the need to let go of early-stage cultural practices that no longer serve larger teams and introduces five key points to help businesses adapt. These include creating structure, evolving culture, ensuring clarity, modeling leadership, and bringing values to life. Mike shares practical advice and personal anecdotes to illustrate how businesses can navigate these changes effectively.
    Keywords
    company culture, business growth, leadership, structure, values
    Takeaways
    Structure creates freedom and clarity.
    Evolving culture is necessary for growth.
    Clarity prevents chaos in growing businesses.
    Leadership is modeled, not outsourced.
    Values should be actionable, not just words.
    Dependency maps identify growth bottlenecks.
    Audit culture to align with growth goals.
    Trade speed for clarity to reduce chaos.
    Celebrate and criticize in context of values.
    Change is emotional but necessary for growth.
    Chapters
    00:00:02 Introduction to Cultural Evolution
    00:01:32 The Importance of Structure
    00:03:53 Evolving Culture for Growth
    00:06:44 Clarity and Leadership
    00:09:57 Living Your Values

    Find out more about working with me or about applying to join the ILN. [email protected]
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
    https://theintentionalleaders.com/

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About How To Be Moderately Successful.

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.-MikeIf you want to talk about working with me get in touch on [email protected] or https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeadamscott/
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