Lifebuilder with Stephen Courson

The stupid mainstream media published a new scary number this week for the American Dream and I'm calling it out for its BS. You can still have the American Dream, and I'm going to tell you what it is and how to get it. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   • Apple Podcasts: [https://shorturl.at/Jhlez]   • Spotify: [https://shorturl.at/8IeVM]  Read...

I just saw the Tesla Roadster reveal by Elon Musk and it blew my mind. What does that have to with this podcast episode? Because its how the most successful people on the planet think. They ask questions to eliminate constraints and accelerate progress. Want more money and time? The easiest way to do it is to eliminate things that you think need to be done, but aren't actually necessary to ge...

People seem to just be getting busier and more miserable. And I'm starting to see a common denominator. No one is having FUN. Responsibilities and work and screens just suck our time from us. Then we wake up everyday and hit repeat. Well, that's why I think you need to try a "quest" and I'll explain what that is and why it only takes 10 minutes a day to change this... Love...

Be an awesome parent. Grow a business. Be a podcast mogul. Qualify for husband of the year. Be involved in the community. Go to church. Get in the best shape ever. Stop. Just stop. We can't do it all, so can we do something really helpful and admit that? Then, do this instead and watch as the results in your personal and professional life start compounding. Love This? Leave a Review Help more...

One of the most popular chapters in my book What Do You Want? is called The Curse of Too Many Options. We've been sold this lie that more options equal freedom, but it actually creates friction in decision making. We know this scientifically. In marketing and sales, they preach one offer, one CTA, one next step. Why? Because the more someone has to "think" about it, the worse it con...

Are you feeling sad or like everything in life is pushing against you? A lot of people are feeling that way and beyond the usual suspects like the poisonous mainstream media and unhealthy social media algorithms, I'm not sure what's different. Those things haven't changed but the "mood" of many I talk to are and a comment on LinkedIN that turned into a big discussion tappe...

I'm giving away the goods on this episode! I'm going through the 7 steps of The Clarity Machine and 4 phases of strategy. I created this over 12 years ago which is crazy to think. And it has undoubtedly increased all 4 types of wealth and overall life satisfaction for me. I want it to do the same for you! Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   • Appl...

There are 4 types of wealth: time, financial, social and health. Spiritual wealth is important but it is part of the 4 types of wealth, not a separate category. So why do the wealthy focus on time more than the others and how do they do it sustainably and effectively. I'm going to share 4 steps that 85 of my millionaire clients over the years have done it so you can start copying it today. Lo...

Some of you noticed I took a break with the podcast. I'm going to tell you why. It was a gamble since this is a top 3% podcast globally. But I had huge goals and a health emergency on top of it that gave me no choice but to be ruthless with my time, energy, attention, money and soul. The lesson I learned can propel you to achieve your dreams and goals faster than you ever imagined.  Love This...

Its been almost 2 months since I published my book What Do You Want? and that means, people have actually read it now! I'm excited to share some crazy stories from people I did not expect to read the book and the cool takeaways from it. Turns out, answering this question is rarer than I thought at all stages of life. If you're interested in the book, check it out on Amazon and Kindle her...

Disney had one of the most loyal fanbases in history and systematically drove them away chasing new audiences and new revenue. The same thing is happening in your business and your relationships right now. Stephen breaks down the loyalty trap, why we take our best people for granted, and what it actually takes to keep the people who were there from the beginning. Love This? Leave a Review Help mor...

There's a reason your income has a ceiling and it has nothing to do with how hard you work. You're doing the same things that got you here and expecting different results. Today I want to show you the filter that breaks that pattern... and what it's literally costing you to ignore it. New levels equal new devils: every stage of growth requires a structurally different version of you...

Are you a high performer hitting goals but feeling out of control or experiencing inconsistent finances? This common issue isn't about your goals or discipline, but your 'math.' We explore why focusing on high performance without proper planning can lead to stress, despite your best efforts. Improve your time management and budgeting strategies to regain control and achieve sustaine...

There's a strange trend happening with AI right now where people are investing in new skills and building cool things with ChatGPT, Claude, Manus and other ai tools, but they're feeling more stressed and working longer hours. Despite all this effort, they're not seeing a real impact on their business. The problem isn't the AI, its the lack of clarity. Love This? Leave a Review...

This is the story of why I turned down a job that would put me in the 1%. I would've made more money than anyone in my family ever had, but instead I quit the 14-year career I had built and started at zero being a coach and entrepreneur. It was the best decision I ever made, but I had to answer some tough questions first or it never would have happened. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pro...

I didn’t set out to write a book about clarity… I set out to help people execute. But I quickly realized the real problem—most people don’t actually know what they want. What Do You Want? is a short, 95-page playbook you can read in under two hours, but it’s built to change how you live. It helps you take back control of your time, energy, attention, money, and soul by eliminating distractions and...

Most high performers aren't failing because they lack discipline. They're failing because they're running hard in the wrong direction. I break down 5 hard truths that changed everything for me and the high performers I coach from the destination problem nobody talks about, to why subtraction beats addition every time. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10...

I'm so excited to announce that I'm finally publishing my book. It's called What Do You Want? and is officially launching March 25. This book is for entrepreneurs, founders, executives, and high performers who are tired of being busy but unclear. Inside, I break down a practical clarity framework to help you: • Eliminate distractions • Define clear goals • Make better decisions • Bu...

If you're aiming to build a life that leaves a lasting mark, not just on your family but on the wider community, you have to do 3 things. Have reasons, not just beliefs. Live an unfiltered life. Do things that are interesting! AI is going to going to have blowback and this is how you build influence moving forward. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   •...

The gap between struggling and elite performance in life and work often comes down to just three questions people avoid. This principle applies to all areas, from business to health, relationships, faith, and finances, highlighting the importance of personal development. Many desire success, but have not defined what success looks like to them, leading to a lack of clarity in their personal growth...

Overspending is a problem for people whether you have a budget or not. There are a lot of causes for overspending and they're all emotional and logistical. Problems like convenient spending, decision fatigue and lifestyle creep as something we've "earned". By having an honest conversation with ourselves (and if need be, your spouse), a lot of these can be fixed overnight with a...

Every January for the past 10 years, my wife and I have spent atleast one whole day together planning our year. It's become even more important as our family has grown and schedules filled up faster. This is a breakdown of our agenda and why we do it this way. Use it and tweak it to match your life but do it! Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   • Apple...

The enemy doesn't have to push you backwards to prevent you from reaching your goal. He just has to distract you little by little as you drift off course from your potential. That's what I discuss with Colt in this bold take on focus, living on mission and doing big, meaningful things with your life. Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   • Apple Pod...

One of my favorite episodes of the year where I discuss trends like finances, real estate, social media, stocks, politics and even my Super Bowl winner! I'll recap my 2025 predictions and then we can get into my crystal ball for 2026! Love This? Leave a Review Help more pros find us and just take 10 seconds:   • Apple Podcasts: [https://shorturl.at/Jhlez]   • Spotify: [https://shorturl.at/8Ie...

Most people wait for life to slow down… it never does. Everything changed for me when I started taking one weekend a year for a personal strategy retreat. No phone, no noise, no inputs… just time to think and reset. That silence exposed what mattered, what didn’t, and where I was lying to myself. It became the single highest-ROI habit of my year. In this episode, I break down the simple structure...