The BIGG Success Show

Persistence is one of the qualities we’re taught leads to success. But what happens when your determination to keep going keeps you investing in something that no longer makes sense? In episode #1211 of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn explore how sunk costs can influence our decisions and why the time, money, and effort you’ve already invested shouldn’t automatically determine what you...

You’ve worked hard to become good at what you do. But what happens when something you want next requires you to be bad at something again? Success brings something valuable: competence. You build expertise, earn trust, and get comfortable knowing what you’re doing. But what happens when the life you want next requires you to become a beginner again? In Episode #1210, George and Mary-Lynn explore w...

Being the person everyone counts on can feel rewarding. But when every question, problem, and decision keeps coming back to you, your dependability can start limiting your success. In episode #1209, George and Mary-Lynn explore why capable people often become indispensable—and why breaking that pattern can create more freedom for everyone involved. You’ll discover how to stop rescuing and start de...

What if getting “back to normal” means returning to a routine that no longer fits your life? Before you fall back into familiar patterns this season, it may be time to reconsider which ones still deserve a place in your life. In episode #1208 , George and Mary-Lynn explore how familiar routines can lead to default living. You’ll learn how to decide what still deserves your time, use the “fresh sta...

If someone handed you $1 million, what would you do with it? Quit your job? Travel the world? Spend more time with family and friends? Start a business? Notice something? None of those answers are really about the money. They’re about the options the money creates —options you can use to create the life you want. What do you really want your money to make possible? In episode #1207, George and Mar...

What if the goal you’re struggling to reach isn’t a motivation problem? Maybe it simply doesn’t fit anymore. In episode #1206, George and Mary-Lynn explore why changing direction doesn’t mean giving up and how a thoughtful mid-year reset can help you make the second half of the year count. In This Episode We'll Explore: One of the biggest mistakes achievers make Why resetting your goals often trum...

Your attention isn't just something you use—it shapes the life you're creating. Every day, countless people, platforms, and notifications compete for your attention. Every time you say "yes" to one thing, you're saying "no" to something else. The question isn't whether your attention is valuable. The question is whether you're investing it intentionally. In this episode, George and Mary-Lynn discu...

Success often brings opportunity, achievement, and recognition, but it doesn't automatically create meaningful connection. In episode #1204 , George & Mary-Lynn explore one of the hidden costs of achievement: how the very qualities that help us succeed can gradually pull us away from the relationships that matter most. We discuss why networking isn't the same as friendship, why relationships r...

Micro retirements are the focus of our conversation today, challenging the traditional work-now-live-later mindset that many of us have followed for decades. We dive into why it’s crucial not to postpone living and how taking intentional breaks can lead to a more fulfilling life. With stories about our youthful dreams—like being a Disney tour guide or the “check guy” for rock stars—we illustrate h...

Have you ever said "yes" to a great opportunity… only to realize later that it pulled you away from what mattered most? The more successful you become, the more opportunities show up. But not every opportunity deserves your time, energy, or attention. In episode #1202, George and Mary-Lynn explore why ambitious people often struggle most with saying no. George shares a personal story about overext...

Graduation can feel exciting, hopeful, and full of possibility. But it often comes with pressure too. In Episode #1201, The Biggest Lie We Tell Graduates, George and Mary-Lynn explore one of the most damaging messages many people believe: that you should already have everything figured out by now. The truth? Meaningful success rarely works that way. In this episode, we'll unpack why many people st...

Ever hit a big goal and wonder why it didn’t feel as good as you expected? In episode #1200, “Why Success Feels Empty,” we unpack the surprising gap between achievement and fulfillment. We explore five real reasons success can leave you feeling flat, and the trap of chasing bigger goals to fix the feeling. Along with that five practical strategies to help you feel fulfilled again. Thanks for liste...

Mental clutter is weighing you down, and in episode #1199, George and Mary-Lynn break down why it's one of the biggest hidden barriers to success, and how to eliminate it. From constant information overload to unfinished tasks and emotional strain, they reveal the five key sources of clutter that drain your focus and stall your progress. More importantly, they share simple, practical ways to clear...

Smart people often find themselves trapped in a cycle of overthinking decisions, and in episode #1198, we dive into why this happens and how to break free. Overthinking can feel productive, but it rarely leads to results, as we all know too well. We explore two types of overthinking: rumination, which keeps us stuck in the past, and worry, which drags us into an uncertain future. It's a double wha...

In “Fear of Not Trying: Your Hidden Superpower,” George and Mary-Lynn explore a surprising truth: not all fear is bad. In fact, one particular fear—the fear of reaching the end of life and wondering “what if?” —can become powerful motivation. In episode #1197 of The BIGG Success Show, we reveal: - The real cost of not trying - 2 fears you must choose between - 4 ways to turn fear into action - The...

You say you want success, but what happens when things start going well? In Episode #1196, George and Mary-Lynn explore the hidden fear that sabotages progress right before breakthrough: fear of success. Unlike fear of failure, this fear shows up when life is about to change in a BIGG way. Success brings visibility, responsibility, and identity shifts—and your brain interprets that uncertainty as...

You’ve felt that little twinge of fear at some point, right? We're here to remind you that even the most successful people feel it too, so you’re definitely not alone! Fear of failure stops more progress than almost any external obstacle, and it often disguises itself as procrastination, perfectionism, or avoidance. In this episode, #1195, George and Mary-Lynn explore why fear of failure shows up,...

Episode 1194: Ever feel like life is moving faster than you are? In this episode of The BIGG Success Show , George and Mary-Lynn explore: Why this feeling happens and the psychology behind it. How certain life traps keep us stuck. Practical steps to regain a sense of purpose and momentum. You’ll learn how autopilot living, the “someday” mindset, fear of judgment, and loss of purpose slowly disconn...

Episode 1193: Are you building a life you love, or just escaping one that feels misaligned? In this episode of The BIGG Success Show , George and Mary-Lynn explore how distraction, busyness, and “someday” thinking can quietly pull us into coping mode instead of intentional living. Drawing on research and real-life experience, they unpack why escape isn’t the problem...it’s a signal. You’ll learn h...

Episode 1192: In this final episode of the Life Map Podcast Series, George and Mary-Lynn bring all seven Life Map Course steps together. They explain why true success comes from integrating your personal, professional, and financial plans into one intentional framework - and why that creates a clear path that keeps you on track. You’ll hear how each step in the Life Map Course builds on the last -...

Episode 1191: Life doesn’t always follow the plan — and that’s exactly why contingencies matter. In this episdoe of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn dive into Step 6 of the Life Map Course: Your Contingencies — How to Stay on Track When Life Happens. They explain why even the best goals need flexibility, how contingencies help you adapt without losing momentum, and why planning for disr...

Episode 1190: Aligned goals are the key to turning purpose into progress. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn dive into Step 5 of the Life Map Course podcast series: Your Goals. They open with a powerful story about misalignment and show how the wrong goal — even a “good” one — can pull you off course. Building on past episodes about your baseline, vision, values, and mi...

Episode 1189: Finding your mission is the key to staying focused, motivated, and resilient—especially when life gets hard. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show , George and Mary-Lynn explore Step 4 of the Life Map Course: Your Mission. They share why your mission matters, how it connects your daily actions to your bigger purpose, and simple strategies to uncover your why. You’ll learn the diff...

When life feels chaotic, it’s often because you’ve lost your sense of direction. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn reveal how your values act as your compass—helping you calm the chaos, stay focused, and make decisions that align with what truly matters. Get practical strategies to identify your core values, define what they mean for you, and bring them to life through...

Every success story starts with a clear vision. In this episode of The BIGG Success Show, George and Mary-Lynn reveal how your vision acts as your North Star - keeping you focused, motivated, and aligned with what truly matters. You’ll learn four practical ways to define your vision, blending your passions and strengths to create a vivid picture of your ideal life. Plus, you’ll see how this step b...