Embracing Growth Through Thriving 25 Challenge

Jan 24, 2025

Lecture Notes: Thriving 25 and The Secret to Success Podcast

Key Themes:

  • Thriving 25 Challenge: A month-long challenge designed to improve your life with guidance from E, focusing on aligning with biblical principles.
  • Free Participation: The challenge is completely free for 30 days.
  • Secret to Success Podcast: Hosted by CJ, with guests including Moose and Brandon, discussing various aspects of success and teamwork.

Introduction:

  • Hosts and Guests:
    • CJ: Host
    • Carl Wesley Phillips: Co-host
    • Moose (Mustafa): Guest, COO, and President of the company
    • Brandon: Special guest, involved in speaking and coaching

Main Discussion Points:

Thriving 25 Challenge:

  • Concept: A month-long challenge under E's guidance to help align your life with God through biblical principles.
  • Accessibility: No need to be on camera; can participate passively.
  • Cost: Free for 30 days.
  • Sign-Up: Available at Thrive2025challenge.com.

Next Level Speakers Conference:

  • Originally planned for in-person but switched to virtual due to weather.
  • Execution of the virtual conference was highly successful and well-received.

Team Dynamics and Leadership:

  • Magic Johnson on hiring family: Employ based on expertise, not just family ties.
  • Discussion on the complexities of working with family and friends in business.
  • Importance of communication, responsibility, and having a shared vision.

Personal Growth and Leadership Insights:

  • Moose's Experience: Reflects on the responsibility of leadership and the importance of pushing and managing people effectively.
  • Brandon's Journey: From finding E on YouTube to becoming his right-hand man and a coach; emphasizes the power of E’s character.
  • Carl's Growth: Shares personal struggles with self-confidence and communication within the team; highlights the importance of seeing oneself as part of the team.

Building a Successful Team:

  • Fit vs. Favor: The need to select team members based on suitability rather than personal connections.
  • Leadership: Influencing team dynamics through example and setting a standard.
  • Communication: The difference between expectations (flexible, emotional) and standards (fixed, principle-based).

E's Influence and Character:

  • E’s Humility: Remains grounded despite celebrity status; emphasis on personal connection.
  • Impact of Leadership: E’s powerful influence on people around him through genuine care and mentorship.

Conclusion:

  • The Secret to Success: Personal growth and collaboration are key to success.
  • Call to Action: Participate in the Thriving 25 challenge.