Work Hard Play Hard | A Master Class For Your Life

We're diving into the concept of the "zone of genius" and how to discover and live in yours. How do you identify what you truly love? And why is it important to focus on that in order to bring a higher quality of attention to your work? How can we spend the majority of our time doing what we love while making the greatest contribution to the world?   Throughout the episode, we reflect on what comes to mind when we think about our own zone of genius, address these questions, and discuss how it can feel like the universe conspires to support us when we're living in alignment with it.   This is a thought provoking episode on how to find and live in your zone of genius in order to live a more fulfilling and impactful life.   What you'll hear in this episode: [1:50] What is the zone of genius? [7:00] You can discover your zone of genius by looking closely at what you love. [11:50] How to live in your zone of genius full-time.  [15:30] Why you bring a higher quality of attention to the things you love. [20:15] How

We're talking about the importance of having an exceptional relationship with your spouse and how it can positively impact every aspect of your life. We'll be sharing some of the bumpers that have kept us together, such as our morning and evening routine, and the importance of creating a family bumper that involves the entire family, not just our relationship. We believe that creating these bumpers can strengthen your relationship and create a sense of stability and security.   There are three other things that we've found to work, including our strategy for taking a month-long vacation to focus on our relationship and recharge. We believe that taking time away from our busy lives can re-energize us and reignite our passion for each other. It's important to make time for each other, even when life gets hectic. We understand how important it is to prioritize your relationship, and we'll be discussing how we make sure to have a "Fri-Date Day" instead of a "Date Night" every week to stay connected.   We hope thi

It's almost the end of Q1. How are your goals holding up? Are you crushing them? Or are you like many others who are struggling and feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to meet their goals? If you're there, we want to share some tips and strategies that can help you change your perspective and find a manageable approach to achieving your goals without feeling stressed. Achieving your goals is not just about reaching the destination, but about the journey. A good place to start is shifting your mindset from a place of lack to a positive one and to begin practicing the art of allowing. Focus on what you can do today and start taking bite-sized steps. By changing your perspective and approach, you can easily achieve your goals and without feeling overwhelmed.   Find Rick Rubin's Book Here: https://a.co/d/cnLtmAE Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: (Use code FRIDATE25 to get 25% off) https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimat

Are you constantly striving for more in your business and never feeling like you'll reach your goals? Wondering what the secret to a happy and successful life is? When is enough, enough in life and business?   To truly be fulfilled and successful, it's important to prioritize family, friends, health, hobbies, and charity. We're not saying you should neglect your business, we just know you need to be honest with yourself about where you're investing your time and energy.   Once you've fulfilled all the most important areas of your life, then you can go all in on business. We'll share the steps we took together to make a new financial blueprint for this year and how it can help you too!   Get The Latte Factor by David Bach: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1982120231?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzjesetlif-20&creativeASIN=1982120231&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.7HQNWQBKYXKC&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Co

We have discussed previously on the podcast the concept of the 3x rule when it comes to money. Essentially, no matter where you are on the money spectrum, on average, we think we would ultimately be happy if we made 3x our current income.   Turns out, this is not the case as each time you get closer to that number, your 3x increases as well. Studies taking place in the "blue zones" of the world, and interviews with centenarians, also show that money does not correlate with the longevity of life or happiness.   Rob and Kim share their perspectives on this topic as they are work their way through reading The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.   The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel - https://www.amazon.com/shop/kimmurgatroyd/list/7HQNWQBKYXKC?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfkimmurgatroyd_Y8F2R24457BQMMNVFGC0   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Appl

Do you frequently tell a story that begets pity upon yourself or your situation? We all have one. If you're unsure what it is, ask a close friend or spouse for insight.   This story may be holding you back from achieving more in your life. While the feelings it evokes may be understandable, it's important to recognize that it may be serving as a crutch that prevents you from moving forward.   Elevate your success and happiness by adopting a tradition of leaving behind these specific stories and reframing your perspective. This simple action can make a drastic impact on your ability to achieve your goals.   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/mastermind/ Work One-on-One with Rob Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/coaching/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Connect with Kim

Every relationship has creative differences and we all have to learn how to handle them. When in a relationship with someone, it is not always possible to be in 100% agreement. To minimize conflicts, it is important to communicate in advance if the project is a collaboration or if one partner will take the creative lead. Additionally, it is important to recognize each other's strengths and weaknesses to understand where the other is coming from. Rob and Kim use a few comical examples from their own life, including Rob's "parachute pants", to discuss how they are working to overcome this challenge in their own relationship.   Gallups Strength Finder: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/mastermind/ Work One-on-One with Rob H

Moving to Italy has been a life-changing experience for both of us. Italian culture has inspired us to live our lives to the fullest, with its focus on community, a "domani" attitude, and a deep appreciation for local history. These seemingly small cultural practices have made a big impact on our outlook, decision-making, and overall well-being. Join us on our journey of transformation, where we'll show you how embracing Italian culture has changed our lives for the better. Get inspired, learn new perspectives, and discover how embracing certain values can bring new meaning and happiness to your life.   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/mastermind/ Work One-on-One with Rob Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/coaching/ Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Connect with Kim on

Being a parent can be daunting, but understanding how to best support your child's growth is key to their success. We feel it is important to instill these principles at a young age to allow them to become deeply rooted in your child's mentality. However, these strategies are not only beneficial in childhood, they stay with you throughout your life!    Let us share our top strategies that will ensure your children gain the resilience and strength necessary to conquer any challenge life may throw at them.   Day One App: https://dayoneapp.com/ Purchase a Gratitude Journal: https://www.amazon.com/stores/S.-K.-Murgatroyd/author/B0BH8RQXGP?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/mastermind/ Work One-on

Competing with your spouse to be the alpha all the time can be extremely challenging and detrimental to your relationship. After all, you and your spouse can't possibly compete for alpha status in everything--it just doesn't work that way.    To maintain happiness in our relationship, we have found that it is essential to respect each other and understand our different roles in different situations. It is important to have a balance between taking the lead and taking a more supportive role. We’ll share some of the hurdles we’ve overcome and seen amongst our friend group to help you balance this dynamic in your relationship so that both parties feel confident in their role in any situation.       Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/mastermind/ Work One-on-One with Rob Here: https://ne

As an entrepreneur, it can be easy to lose sight of the fact that business is only one aspect of life. Your career and friend group can transition into one, which is exceptionally different than if you were working in a standard nine-to-five job.    Connecting with folks you want to be around - people that fill you with energy, provide lighthearted talk, and won’t judge you amid any downturns in your business - will give you the proper balance of enthusiasm in your life that no career can bring.    Being around, or being, a “leg humper” can help you succeed in business, but this does not constitute a true friendship. This does not mean you shouldn’t have people to reach out to for business questions, but don’t let these connections overpower your circle of true friends.      Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here:

Vision boards are a great way to focus on your goals and manifest the life you want for yourself. However, there are some common pitfalls that we have seen repeatedly when helping others create a vision board.    Most of these pitfalls revolve around the mindset that you take when you approach the process. A few changes to your approach can make your vision board much more likely to come to fruition. Vision boards can be incredibly powerful tools if used correctly so tune in to learn what to avoid while crafting yours!   Affiliate Link for the Push Journal: https://www.pushjournal.com/?rfsn=5177935.54132f&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=5177935.54132f Discount code for the Vision Board Course: fridate25   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here: https://nextchaptershow.com/masterm

It is easy to get bogged down in your own unhappiness and try to direct it onto someone else in your life, particularly a partner. Rob and Kim discuss John Gottman's research on marriage, regarding this behavior and how it tends to create tension and ultimately can take the form of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse - Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling.   We need to be aware of these pitfalls and work on overcoming them within ourselves. After all, we cannot change anybody else but all of us have control over ourselves. Instead of expending energy on tinkering with fixing our spouse, think about developing self-awareness and making improvements from within that can ultimately benefit both yourself and any close connections we have with others.   Find the two books referenced on our amazon favorites: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kimmurgatroyd/list/15BV6PXO9R363?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d John M Gottman - The 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work James Sexton - If You're in My Office,

Moving on to your next chapter can be an uneasy, yet exciting, experience, especially in a scenario where either you or your spouse wants a shift in their career. Rob and Kim share their experience having gone through this process over the past few years.    After crossing off quite a few items on their bucket list when they were younger and Rob working a day job that he now dreaded, Rob and Kim were focused on moving on to their next chapter. With Rob being the primary source of income, they were feeling torn between maintaining financial security and living the life they wanted.    Rob and Kim found it essential to create an environment in their current situation that was uplifting, encouraging, and still allowed joy. Kim found that her most important role in their situation was that of a supportive partner and to help strategize for their journey ahead - living in the “messy middle” for a while – while maintaining their current situation until their alternate sources of income were able to mature.      Get

Being an entrepreneur doesn't necessarily mean constantly hustling and stressing. In fact, it's quite the opposite that can be more beneficial in the long term. Rob and Kim moved from hustle-and-bustle Los Angeles to far more leisurely Italy. They noticed a huge difference in Rob's work-life balance that allowed him to better connect with his family, friends, and himself.    Wanting to extinguish the message of an “American Stressed Entrepreneur” being the norm, Rob and Kim suggest making time for yourself by going through a “life inventory”. This process helps you identify your passions and joys, so you can prioritize tasks accordingly and make sure your schedule allows time for both your personal and professional life. It can be challenging initially, but if done correctly, it will only help improve your quality of life and success in business!   Listen to the Next Chapter Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-chapter/id1657736966   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/

Rob and Kim's relationship was put to the test when it came to finances. Coming from completely different backgrounds, one emphasizing spending freely while the other preached thriftiness, both had some adjusting to do if they were going to ride off into a financially sound sunset together!   After putting in hard work to understand their individual mentalities around money, Rob shares three game-changing approaches that allow him to compromise on his free-spending ways to make common ground with Kim. Their commitment has been inspiring--proving there is hope for any couple divided over financial differences!   Family Gratitude Journal: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B0BH8RQXGP Find all of the Books Referenced in Our Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/kimmurgatroyd   Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate Get the Vision Board Course for Couples Here: https://fridateacademy.thinkific.com/courses/Ultimate-Vision-Board-Couples Apply to Be a Part of the Platinum Event Here:

I’ve noticed a pattern where it seems like every 20 years or so people feel the need to reinvent themselves. I’ve talked to hundreds of people for this podcast, as well as in our Patreon membership, and it’s always the same: “I’ve been doing this for 20 years, but I feel like it’s time to start something else.” It’s hard to shed your identity and start a new chapter in your life, letting go of everything you’ve built before—but you don’t want to let yourself get stuck where you are. So we’re reinventing ourselves as well, talking about the next chapter of this podcast, a new podcast on the horizon, and how to overcome the fear of starting something new. Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridateWork One-on-One with Rob Here: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/coaching-2 Links from today’s episode: Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd   To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

Our brand has been shifting over time to focus on living your dream life and allowing yourself to play bigger. One thing my wife Kim is starting to realize is how passionate she is about taking the personal development lessons we’ve learned and, instead of focusing on adults, teaching parents how to work with their kids to pass these lessons along. We recently spoke to our oldest daughter on the show about the lessons she picked up naturally while growing up, but what would happen if we were to pass some of those lessons on intentionally? In order to reach our goals there needs to be change, and that’s often incredibly difficult. But on the other side of that change, why not pass that new skill set on to your kids in an intentional way? That’s what we’re going to explore. Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridateWork One-on-One with Rob Here: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/coaching-2 Links from today’s episode: dreamlife4kids.com Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Con

Whenever someone uses the phrase “playing bigger,” they’re probably referring to wealth or accumulation. Want the nicer car? Gotta play bigger. Want a second (or third or fourth) house? Time to play bigger. But what if it’s not about upgrading your house or your car, but your life? That’s what we’ve been doing, and from the outside, it’s not always apparent. Today we’re going to talk about the four major buckets where you could play bigger and how the benefits will be so much greater than if you’re just trying to acquire more. Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridateWork One-on-One with Rob Here: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/coaching-2 Links from today’s episode: 228: A Masterclass With Strauss Zelnick Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd   To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com

In this Double Shot episode I talk about some books I’ve been reading recently, including Anti-Time Management, Atomic Habits, and Soundscapes, and the lessons I’ve learned from them. I also discuss some advice from Esther Hicks, crafting a vision when your current one isn’t exciting you, and starting out with damaging admissions.     Get Additional Private Podcast Content Here: www.patreon.com/fridate     Work One-on-One with Rob Here: workhardplayhardpodcast.com/coaching-2 Links from today’s episode: Connect with Rob on Instagram: @robmurgatroyd Connect with Kim on Instagram: @kimmurgatroyd   To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: workhardplayhardpodcast.com