The No Regrets Blueprint

He Built the Business — But Almost Missed His Life | Scott Colbert

Scott Colbert spent 27 years building a successful career in real estate — agent, broker, team leader, coach, brokerage owner, and regional growth leader. But some of his most profitable years came with a price. Long days. Missed family moments. Working during vacations. Constant pressure. And a fear of failure so strong that, as Scott puts it, he didn't have a stop button. In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Scott joins Mat Lewczenko for a candid conversation about what hustle culture actually costs — and what happened when he decided he was no longer willing to pay the price. They unpack why being busy isn't the same as being productive, how boundaries made Scott better at business, why consistent prospecting gives you the freedom to say no, and the realization that changed the way he thought about success: You should always want the business. You should never need the business. Scott also shares how he and his wife eventually downsized their life, hit the road in a fifth wheel, and spent two years traveling the country while continuing to work remotely — creating experiences he knows he'll never regret. This conversation is about more than real estate. It's about ambition, fear, family, boundaries, and learning to build success without sacrificing the life that success was supposed to create. Because the goal was never to stop building. It's to build something you're glad you built when you look back.

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We Got His Entire Story Wrong… and Left It In | Brad Weisman

This interview went off the rails in about 60 seconds. I introduced Brad Weisman with what I thought was an incredible story of overcoming homelessness and addiction. There was only one problem. It wasn't his story. Instead of starting over, Brad and I decided to leave the mistake in—and what followed became one of the funniest, most genuine conversations I've had on the podcast. Brad is a longtime real estate professional, part-owner of a Keller Williams franchise and host of The Brad Weisman Show, which recently crossed 300 episodes. But his story actually began as a musician who had to make the painful decision to walk away from the dream he thought would define his life. We talk about what happens when you have to reinvent yourself, the people who see potential in you before you see it yourself, the hidden cost of entrepreneurship, workaholism, family, relationships, authenticity, and why the skills you developed in an entirely different chapter of your life may become your greatest unfair advantage. Brad also shares how a 10-minute conversation changed the trajectory of his career, why he believes you should jump before you have everything figured out, and the professional regret he still carries today. And somewhere along the way, I leave the interview to go to the bathroom while Brad takes over my podcast. Yes, we left that in too. Sometimes the best conversations happen when the script completely falls apart. Connect with Brad at BradWeisman.com and @TheBradWeismanShow.

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I Lost Everything: Starting Over After Divorce, Estrangement & Losing Yourself | Chris Cappelletti

What happens when the life you spent decades building suddenly disappears? After a 28-year marriage ended, Chris Cappelletti found herself starting over. But the divorce wasn’t even the hardest part. Family estrangement, the loss of relationships that had defined her for decades, and the realization that she no longer knew exactly who she was forced Chris to confront something achievement could never solve: Who are you when the roles, relationships, and finish lines are gone? Chris had spent more than two decades succeeding in real estate, earning recognition as a RE/MAX Hall of Fame agent. She completed Ironman races, competed in bodybuilding, and eventually walked more than 300 miles of the Camino de Santiago alone. She knew how to accomplish hard things. But she began to realize that achievement could also become a place to hide—and that another finish line wasn’t going to heal what was happening underneath. In this deeply candid conversation, Chris and Mat explore divorce, family estrangement, identity, boundaries, self-worth, achievement, and what it actually looks like to rebuild your life when the old version no longer exists. In this episode, you'll hear: What it was like starting over after a 28-year marriage Why estrangement from her adult children was even more painful than divorce The identity crisis that can happen when the roles you've built your life around disappear Why high achievers can use accomplishment to avoid emotional pain What Ironman, bodybuilding, and the Camino taught Chris—and what they couldn't fix Why Chris says we have to "stop turning red flags white" How boundaries and self-trust are connected Chris's Evidence Method for rebuilding self-worth one small promise at a time What walking 300+ miles alone taught her about letting go The regret Chris refuses to carry into the next chapter of her life This isn't simply a conversation about divorce. It's about what happens when life strips away the identities you've depended on—and gives you the opportunity to decide who you want to become next. The No Regrets Blueprint Podcast explores Leadership, Love, and Life with entrepreneurs, leaders, parents, and high achievers who want to build a life and business they don't need to escape from.

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I Couldn’t Stop: The Hidden Cost of Perfectionism, Control & Doing It All | Mackenzie Shelton

What happens when being the person who can “handle everything” becomes the very thing stealing your peace? Mackenzie Shelton is a real estate team owner, author, entrepreneur, wife, mom—and a recovering perfectionist. For years, Mackenzie believed she could carry it all. Business. Family. Clients. Expectations. The pressure to perform. But somewhere along the way, “I can handle everything” became “I have to handle everything.” In this deeply personal conversation, Mackenzie shares the experience that finally forced her to stop and confront the pressure she had normalized. We unpack the hidden relationship between perfectionism, control, anxiety, achievement and burnout—including why accomplishing more doesn't necessarily make a high achiever feel like enough. Mackenzie also shares a powerful realization about the difference between responsibility and control: responsibility means owning your actions; control begins when you feel responsible for everyone else's. And that realization led to an even harder question: What does your success feel like to the people you love? We talk about the conversation Mackenzie had with her children, moving from an “implementer” to an “innovator,” letting go without becoming less ambitious, and why she no longer wants success at the expense of peace. Mackenzie's new definition of success is beautifully simple: “I'm driven and I'm peaceful.” This isn't a conversation about doing less because you can't handle more. It's about building a life where ambition serves what matters most—instead of owning you. In this episode: • When “I can handle it” becomes “I have to handle everything” • The experience that finally forced Mackenzie to stop • Why perfectionism can steal the joy from achievement • The invisible mental load of high achievers • Responsibility vs. control • Why control is often rooted in fear and anxiety • How our ambition can affect our spouse and children • Moving from implementer to innovator • Staying ambitious without allowing ambition to own you • Becoming both driven and peaceful • The lesson 80-year-old Mackenzie would give herself today • Mackenzie's upcoming book, The Serenity Solution ABOUT MACKENZIE SHELTON Mackenzie Shelton is a real estate team owner, entrepreneur, author and blogger. Her upcoming book, The Serenity Solution, explores freedom from control, perfectionism and the pressure to do it all. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Serenity Solution — Mackenzie Shelton Releasing November 5 and available on Amazon. The Gap and the Gain — Dan Sullivan with Dr. Benjamin Hardy THE NO REGRETS BLUEPRINT PODCAST Hosted by Mat Lewczenko, The No Regrets Blueprint explores what it takes to succeed in Leadership, Love and Life—without sacrificing one to win at another. Because the goal isn't simply to achieve more. It's to build a life you don't need an escape from.

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She Escaped 12 Years of Abuse and Rebuilt Her Life | Diane Perez

After 12 years in an abusive marriage, Diane Perez took her three children, boarded a bus from Virginia to California, and started over. In this deeply personal conversation, Diane shares what happened after she left: the fear, the emotional healing, the struggle to ask for help, and the process of rebuilding her confidence and identity. She also explains why forgiveness does not require continued access and how her faith helped her find her voice again. This is a conversation about domestic abuse, boundaries, healing, and the courage to believe that your worst day does not have to become the rest of your life. Connect with Diane: https://godsprincesslifecoaching.godaddysites.com/ Take the free No Regrets Scorecard: https://scorecard-no-regrets.lovable.app/ Content note: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence and emotional abuse.

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When Work Gets the Best of You—and Your Family Gets the Rest | Jake Dixon

From the outside, Jake Dixon looked successful. Behind the scenes, he was buried in debt, consumed by work, and slowly becoming a stranger inside his own home. Then his wife told him, “I don’t have a husband. I have a roommate.” In this conversation, Jake shares what that moment forced him to confront about workaholism, ego, money, and the pressure to appear successful. We talk about the simple boundary that changed his family life, how he learned when enough was enough, and why becoming more present at home ultimately made him a better leader. This isn’t about giving up ambition. It’s about making sure the people you’re working so hard for aren’t left with whatever is left of you.

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Starting Over After Divorce: How Losing Everything Changed Her Life | Larissa Cable

When Larissa Cable’s marriage ended, she was pregnant with her third child, newly unemployed, and facing the loss of her home, car, financial security, and the future she thought she was building. At the time, it felt like everything was happening to her. Looking back, Larissa can see that this painful season changed the trajectory of her life—and ultimately became one of the greatest gifts she never would have chosen. In this honest conversation, Larissa shares what starting over after divorce really required, how she rebuilt her confidence and career, and why that experience became proof that she could survive even the seasons that felt impossible. Mat and Larissa also explore: • Rebuilding your life after divorce • Setting boundaries without feeling selfish • The hidden cost of always being available • The panic attack that became a wake-up call • Breaking free from fear and scarcity • Choosing faith over fear every day • Redefining success through presence • Listening without trying to fix everything • Reframing painful experiences without denying the pain • Building a successful life without sacrificing your family Larissa Cable is a mortgage loan officer with Texas Tech Credit Union in Lubbock, Texas. Her work centers on helping people navigate high-stakes financial decisions with clarity, education, and trusted guidance. This episode is a powerful reminder that losing the life you expected doesn’t mean your story is over. Sometimes starting over becomes the beginning of a life you never imagined was possible. Learn more about The No Regrets Blueprint at https://noregretsblueprint.com. Subscribe to The No Regrets Blueprint Podcast for honest conversations about burnout, marriage, identity, faith, personal growth, and building success without sacrificing what matters most.

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Overcoming Entrepreneur Burnout & The Cost of Hustle Culture | Bobby Kerr

Bobby Kerr built businesses, worked 20-hour days, and relentlessly reinvented himself—but the cost of hustle culture included broken relationships, entrepreneur burnout, and a marriage. In this conversation on the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Bobby opens up about imposter syndrome, destination disappointment, work-life balance for entrepreneurs, and why reaching the next milestone rarely creates the happiness high achievers expect. Whether you're a real estate agent, agency owner, or building a startup, this episode dives deep into the psychological toll of entrepreneurship. We explore how to leverage imposter syndrome as a superpower, why the "sniper approach" out-converts the shotgun approach in business, and the danger of waiting until you "feel ready." Plus, Bobby shares actionable SEO advice for local business owners to boost their online visibility using Google Business Profiles and authentic reviews. Key Takeaways: •The hidden costs of hustle culture and 20-hour workdays. •How to navigate destination disappointment and the entrepreneur reinvention cycle. •Turning imposter syndrome into a preparation superpower. •The number one tactical step to improve your Google Business Profile visibility today. Connect with Bobby Kerr: Bobby Kerr, Founder of LOC8 My Business — Real Estate Marketing Agency ("The Google Guy" for Real Estate Pros) Website: https://www.loc8mybusiness.com/ Bobby's socials (all platforms — LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok): @thebobbykerr LOC8's socials (all platforms): https://www.linkedin.com/company/loc8mybusiness/ https://www.facebook.com/loc8mybiz/ Connect with Mat Lewczenko: •Website: https://noregretsblueprint.com If you found value in this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review to help us reach more high-performing entrepreneurs looking to reclaim their time and build a life of no regrets.

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Becoming the Father He Never Had: Breaking Generational Cycles | Rameal Cooper

Rameal Cooper grew up without a father, surrounded by financial instability and uncertainty. After one painful birthday when there was no gift, no cake, and no celebration, he made himself a promise: if he ever had a family of his own, their life would be different. That promise fueled him to become a successful business owner, devoted husband, and present father—but it also created an intense pressure to provide, achieve, and prove that he belonged. Then Rameal had his biggest year in real estate and made more money than ever before. Instead of feeling fulfilled, he found himself mentally exhausted and admitting something many high achievers are afraid to say: “I thought it would feel different.” In this deeply personal conversation, Rameal opens up about growing up in poverty, becoming the father he never had, and breaking generational cycles that had existed throughout his family. He also shares the hidden fear of not belonging, the danger of losing your identity inside your responsibilities, and the difference between providing for your family and being truly present with them. Together, Mat and Rameal explore: • How childhood scarcity can fuel adult achievement • Why reaching your goals doesn’t always create fulfillment • Becoming the parent you needed as a child • Breaking generational cycles through marriage and fatherhood • The fear of not belonging in successful rooms • Discovering who you are without your titles • Building a business that supports your family instead of consuming you • Why finding the right people can change the direction of your life If you’ve ever felt driven to create a better life but worried you might lose yourself while building it, Rameal’s story will remind you that success isn’t only about what you achieve. It’s also about what ends with you—and what becomes possible for the people who come after you. Follow the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast for honest conversations about success, identity, family, purpose, and building a life you won’t regret.

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Why Success Still Feels Empty—Even When You’re Winning | Kefrene Zakpa

Why does success still feel empty—even after you’ve achieved everything you thought you wanted? Kefrene Zakpa discovered that high performance can become another way to avoid what’s happening inside. After surviving a psychedelic-induced psychosis, a suicide attempt, and seven days in a psychiatric facility, Kefrene began rebuilding his life through faith, fitness, and service. Over the next five years, he created a successful coaching business serving entrepreneurs and executives. From the outside, he appeared to be winning. He had successful clients, growing income, and a beautiful life—but internally, something still felt wrong. Then one unexpected question changed everything: “When was the last time you prayed?” What followed was a moment of clarity Kefrene couldn’t ignore. He felt called to shut down the business he had spent years building, contact every client, and walk away without knowing what would come next. In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Kefrene and Mat discuss: Why outward success can still leave you feeling empty How high performance can become an escape The difference between activity and effectiveness Why doing more doesn’t always produce better results Rebuilding your identity after hitting rock bottom Recognizing when ego is driving your ambition The role faith played in Kefrene’s transformation Finding the courage to leave a successful but misaligned life Why leaders must address what’s happening beneath the surface If you’re a high achiever who looks successful on the outside but feels exhausted, disconnected, or unfulfilled inside, this conversation is for you. Subscribe for honest conversations and practical tools to help you succeed in Leadership, Love, and Life—without sacrificing what matters most. Learn more about the No Regrets Blueprint: https://noregretsblueprint.com Connect with Kefrene Zakpa: LinkedIn: Kefrene Zakpa Instagram: @ZKingdomCreator Presidential Media This episode includes discussion of suicide, mental-health crisis, and psychedelic-induced psychosis. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact emergency services in your area.

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His Marriage Was Failing—Then He Stopped Lying to Himself | Denny Robert

When external success masks internal chaos, the cracks eventually show. For Denny Robert, building a successful real estate business wasn't enough to save a failing marriage or heal the profound disconnect he felt as a father and husband. He was winning on paper but losing everywhere else, hiding behind defense mechanisms to avoid the pain of truly caring. In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Denny shares the raw reality of his turning point. We discuss how a powerful intervention at Warrior Week forced him to stop lying to himself and take radical ownership of his life. You'll learn how confronting a failing marriage led him to not only save his relationship but completely rethink how we raise children, ultimately leading to the creation of the Agape Adventure Academy—a school designed to build character rather than compliance. If you are winning in business but feel like you are losing at home, this conversation is your wake-up call to take the little dose of bitter now before it costs you something you can't get back. In this episode, we cover: - How a powerful spiritual awakening shifted the trajectory of Denny's life - Why building external success as an entrepreneur couldn't fix a failing marriage - The intense Warrior Week intervention that forced him to stop lying to himself - The process of taking radical ownership and healing broken relationships - Why the traditional education system trains compliance, and how Denny built Agape Adventure Academy to raise leaders instead - The most dangerous lie men tell themselves to avoid pain - Why you must take action with urgency to save your marriage and your life Connect with Denny Robert: - Agape Adventure Academy: agapeadventureacademy.com - Pre-order his book, The Compliance Trap, coming soon to Amazon - Email: dennis.robert@gmail.com Connect with Mat Lewczenko: Mat helps high-performing entrepreneurs cut through the noise, reclaim their time, and build a life that actually reflects their values — without burning out or burning bridges. - Website: noregretsblueprint.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear this message today.

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Rebuilding After Trauma: Beating Real Estate Burnout, The Hidden Costs of Success | Michelle Ternes

Are you an entrepreneur who looks like you're winning on paper but feels completely swallowed up by your business? In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Mat Lewczenko sits down with Michelle Ternes, a powerhouse real estate broker, team leader, and coach, to talk about the reality of building a business without losing yourself in the process. Michelle shares her deeply personal story of surviving a devastating brain injury that forced her to leave a successful consulting career and rebuild her identity from the ground up. She opens up about the invisible struggles of trauma recovery, the transformative power of EMDR therapy, and how she rewired her internal narrative to stop self-sabotage and rebuild genuine confidence. Transitioning into real estate, Michelle quickly discovered that the traditional grind was costing her precious time with her family. She breaks down the steps to moving from a reactive solo agent to a proactive, scalable leader. From the game-changing impact of hiring a transaction coordinator to the counterintuitive freedom found in strict time blocking, Michelle delivers real, actionable advice for any high performer who wants to optimize their life and business at the same time. Most importantly, Mat and Michelle tackle the one regret every ambitious entrepreneur needs to hear before it's too late: missing the fleeting moments with your children while chasing the next deal. This conversation is raw, honest, and packed with the kind of wisdom that only comes from living it. "The best way to build self-confidence is to keep the promises that you make to yourself." IN THIS EPISODE: - How a devastating brain injury became the catalyst for a life transformation - Navigating the invisible challenges of trauma and using EMDR therapy to heal - Why the grind in real estate is a trap and how to escape it with systems - The hidden costs of success and the importance of being present for your family - How to scale your business with time blocking, a transaction coordinator, and the right team - Reprogramming negative self-talk to build unwavering confidence and self-worth - The biggest lie real estate and entrepreneurship sell ambitious people CONNECT WITH MICHELLE TERNES: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.h.ternes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realtor_michelle/ CONNECT WITH MAT LEWCZENKO AND THE NO REGRETS BLUEPRINT: Website: https://noregretsblueprint.com/ Subscribe to the podcast for more conversations on building a life of purpose, presence, and profitability. #NoRegretsBlueprint #RealEstateBurnout #WorkLifeBalance #EntrepreneurMindset

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He Planned to End It... Until This Happened | Siegfried Jay Tiegs

What happens when you strip a high-performing man of his titles, his business, and his daily routine, and drop him at 19,000 feet with little air? He finally has to face the mountain inside himself. In this powerful episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Mat Lewczenko sits down with retired US Army Major and certified high performance coach Siegfried Teegs. Siegfried shares his incredible journey from a traumatic childhood and a 27-year military career to facing the ultimate dark night of the soul. We discuss the hidden cost of wearing a mask, the toll that high-stress leadership takes on personal relationships, and why the military mindset that makes a great soldier can often destroy a marriage. Siegfried opens up about his battle with depression, suicide ideation, and the exact steps he took to crawl out of rock bottom by embracing intentional living and the "Do Hard Things" mindset. Key Takeaways: - The life-changing magic of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and why nature strips away our ego. - How to navigate the "dark night of the soul" and rebuild your life from rock bottom. - Why the military mindset can be detrimental to personal relationships and how to shift gears. - Living on offense: Understanding the HEART framework for intentional living. - Why high performers often wear masks and the power of asking for help. "You don't find yourself on the summit. You find yourself on the way up." - Siegfried Teegs 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES 🔗 - Learn more about Siegfried Tiegs & Do Hard Things Coaching: dohardthingscoaching.com - Get the book "Life on Offense": https://www.amazon.com/Life-Offense-Tactical-Dominate-Mediocrity/dp/B0FML9XSH5 - No Regrets Blueprint Website: https://noregretsblueprint.com - Work with Mat: https://calendly.com/coachmat/30min Mat Lewczenko helps high-performing entrepreneurs cut through the noise, reclaim their time, and build a life that actually reflects their values — without burning out or burning bridges.

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He Lost Everything — Then Built It All Back | Chad Hyams

What happens when a high achiever loses everything at once — his job, his relationship, his finances, and his health — all at the same time? In this episode, Chad Hyams shares the raw story of hitting rock bottom and the exact moment a friend intervention changed the entire trajectory of his life. Chad is a bestselling author, maximization coach, and co-host of the Win Make Give podcast. He's rebuilt his finances from scratch, fought his own battle with health and fitness, and now has a thriving marriage and a mission to help entrepreneurs stop winning on paper while losing everywhere else. In this conversation, Mat and Chad go deep on the real cost of chasing work-life balance (and why it's actually dangerous for high performers), the SPACE calendar system that separates elite entrepreneurs from the merely busy, and why self-care has nothing to do with bubble baths — it's about boundaries. Chad also shares the story of the 50-item list he wrote that accidentally led him to meeting his future wife, the science behind the seven-year itch in relationships, and the love language mistake most entrepreneurs make with their families without even knowing it. If you're building success but don't want to lose yourself or the people you love in the process, this episode is for you. What you'll learn in this episode: - Why chasing balance is a trap for high achievers (and what to do instead) - The SPACE calendar system to control your day and hit your goals - How to use boundaries as the real form of self-care - The intervention that forced Chad to change everything - Why your cells renewing every 7 years is the key to a lasting marriage Connect with Chad Hyams: Text "Chad" to 59559 Text "Wisdom" to 59559 for weekly insights Book: Achieve Your Apex — achieveyourapex.com Podcast: Achieve Your Apex Podcast | Win Make Give Podcast Connect with Mat Lewczenko: Website: noregretsblueprint.com Book: The Entrepreneur's Regret If you're tired of winning on paper and losing everywhere else, you're in the right place.

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The Wake-Up Call That Made Me Build an Empire From Scratch | Nic Trotter

Are you grinding so hard to provide for your family that you’re actually losing them in the process? It’s a trap many high-performers fall into. You start a business to create freedom, but soon the demands multiply, burnout sets in, and the very life you built begins pulling you away from the people you love most. In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Mat sits down with Nick Trotter—former touring musician turned serial entrepreneur, real estate broker, and founder of Trotter's Tonics. Nick shares his powerful wake-up call when he realized his relentless pursuit of success was costing him his presence at home. We dive deep into how he redefined success, the crucial role of business leverage in reclaiming his time, and why showing up as your true, authentic self is the ultimate key to sustainable growth. If you’ve ever felt torn between ambition and presence, this conversation will show you how to create purposeful white space and lead with authenticity. **Key Takeaways:** - **The Wake-Up Call:** Why realizing "no one is coming to save me" was the catalyst for Nick's entrepreneurial journey. - **Overcoming Burnout:** How to use business leverage to stop grinding yourself to the bone and reclaim your time. - **Authentic Leadership:** Why taking off the corporate mask and showing up as your true self attracts the right people to your business. - **Building a Legacy:** How to ensure your pursuit of success doesn't cost you the relationships that matter most. **Connect with Nick Trotter:** - Instagram/Facebook: @Nick.NoKTSellsKC - Email: nic@firstclassre.com **Connect with Mat Lewczenko:** - Website: noregretsblueprint.com - Subscribe to the Podcast for more insights on building a life and business of no regrets!

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She Had 4 Kids, No Money, and Said "Watch Me" | Audra Baldwin

Are you a high-performing agent winning at work but feeling like you're losing at home? The constant hustle, 24/7 availability, and missed family dinners are a fast track to burnout. In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, Mat sits down with top real estate agent Audra Baldwin. Audra shares her incredible journey from hitting rock bottom with four young kids to building a massive real estate business around her life—instead of the other way around. She reveals why her first piece of advice to burnt-out agents is to "burn it all down," how she established firm time boundaries, and the simple "Friend Connect" system that doubled her business without a single cold call. You'll learn how to leverage your existing relationships and why true presence is the ultimate gift you can give your family and clients. "If you don't have an idea of what you want it to look like, burn it all down and start fresh." — Audra Baldwin Connect with Audra Baldwin: Instagram: https://instagram.com/_audrabaldwin Connect with Mat & The No Regrets Blueprint: Website: https://noregretsblueprint.com

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The NEW Way to Run Multiple Businesses Without Losing Your Family | Dustin Hoog

Entrepreneurs are constantly sold the lie of "complete freedom" — but what if chasing that illusion is exactly what's costing you your marriage, your presence as a father, and your peace of mind? In this episode, Mat sits down with real estate investor, coach, and co-founder of the Balanced Business Dad movement, Dustin Hoog. Dustin has flipped over 100 properties, built a portfolio of 40+ single-family rentals, and now helps everyday people start investing through his P2 Blueprint. More importantly, he and his wife run multiple businesses together while actively working to strengthen their marriage — and he buys his kids a rental property every year starting at age three. Dustin and Mat break down the six pillars of the Balanced Business Dad framework (Faith, Health, Marriage, Fatherhood, Brotherhood, Business), why most people have them completely backwards, and the simple "Put It on the List" communication system that transformed how Dustin and his wife handle conflict. They also get into why TIME stands for "That Is My Excuse," the real difference between freedom and flexibility, and why the most dangerous thing in any cemetery is not the people who have gone — but the dreams that went with them. What you'll hear in this episode: - Why "complete freedom" is a lie sold by social media gurus - The "Put It on the List" system for couples who run businesses together - How to design your life starting with what you want your Tuesday to look like in 5 years - Why Dustin buys his kids rental properties starting at age 3 - The 6 pillars of the Balanced Business Dad — and why business comes last - TIME = That Is My Excuse - The difference between freedom and flexibility Connect with Dustin Hoog: Website & P2 Blueprint: https://dustinhoog.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustin_hoog/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dustin.charles.718689 Resources mentioned: Traction by Gino Wickman (EOS): https://www.eosworldwide.com/traction-book The Dad's Edge with Larry Hagner: https://thedadedge.com/ Connect with Mat Lewczenko: Website: https://noregretsblueprint.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.regrets.blueprint/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoRegretsBlueprint

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Your Business Owns You. Here Is How to Take It Back. | Chris Ward

Are you winning in business but losing everywhere else that matters? In this episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, host Mat Lewczenko sits down with author, business strategist, and four time Ironman finisher Chris Ward. For years, Chris bumped his head against the entrepreneurial ceiling, working around the clock and sacrificing his family life just to keep his real estate business afloat. Then, a single conversation with a coach changed everything. Chris shares the uncomfortable questions that forced him to shift from an "employee mindset" to true ownership. We dive deep into the reality of "entrepreneurial drift," why self care is a requirement rather than a selfish luxury, and the exact strategies Chris uses to stay deeply connected to his wife and children while running a highly successful coaching business. If you are tired of trading time for money and want to learn how to become the CEO of your entire life, this episode is your blueprint. In this episode, we cover: •The panic attack during an Ironman swim that taught a profound business lesson •Why "hustle and grind" is a broken strategy for long term success •The specific questions you need to ask yourself to transition from employee to owner •How to recognize and correct "entrepreneurial drift" before it destroys your relationships •The surprising truth about why taking care of yourself first is the most selfless thing a leader can do Connect with Chris Ward: •Take the Free Entrepreneur DNA Quiz: https://www.chriswardcoaching.com/quiz •Get his book, Employee to Owner: https://www.chriswardcoaching.com/book •Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswardlegacy •Website: https://www.chriswardcoaching.com Connect with Mat Lewczenko: •Website: noregretsblueprint.com If you found value in this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow entrepreneur who needs to hear this message!

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I Was Winning on Paper and Losing at Home — Here Is What I Did About It

I was winning on paper, but I was losing at home. In this foundational episode of the No Regrets Blueprint Podcast, host Mat Lewczenko steps into the guest seat to answer the most common questions about his journey, the reality behind "achievement addiction," and the moment that forced him to change everything. Mat opens up about what life actually looked like behind the scenes while his career was taking off, the lie almost every high achiever tells themselves, and the specific day his wife caught him on his phone and said, "Hey — no regrets guy. When are you going to get present?" This is the origin story of the book, the field guide, and the entire No Regrets movement. If you feel like you are succeeding everywhere except the places that matter most, this episode is your starting line. In this episode, we cover: - The warning signs that you are winning professionally but losing personally - How to turn imposter syndrome into a superpower - Why time management is a myth (and what you actually need to fix) - The birth of the No Regrets Blueprint and the exact first step to take today Resources Mentioned: - Get the Book & Field Guide: www.noregretsblueprint.com - Connect with Mat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.regrets.blueprint/ If this episode impacted you, share it with an entrepreneur who needs to hear it. Remember: The goal isn't just success. It's building a life you'll never regret.

My Daughter Said "I Hate That Phone" — It Changed Everything | Will Tompkins

Work life balance in real estate is not a myth — but it requires a level of intentionality most agents never develop. Will Tompkins learned that the hard way when his daughter looked him straight in the eyes and said, "I hate that phone." Will is the team leader of The Home Connection at eXp Realty in Peoria, Illinois — a 20-member team he built and runs alongside his wife Hannah. In this conversation, Will opens up about the moment that changed everything, how he and Hannah protect their marriage while running a business together, and the systems he has built to create real work life balance for himself and every agent on his team. You will hear how Will turned a dinner table confrontation into a relationship-defining moment, why he asks every new agent about their vacation before they have made a single dollar, and what he means when he says the biggest mistake in real estate is jumping at everything. This episode is for any agent, team leader, or entrepreneur who is physically present but not actually there. "Just because you are there doesn't mean you are there."