The Lifestyle Engineer Podcast

In this episode, I will talk about dopamine's powerful role in your life—how it influences your focus, motivation, and even the joy you experience from daily tasks. But not all dopamine is created equal. You’ll discover the difference between earned dopamine, which comes from meaningful, effort-driven actions, and cheap dopamine, which can leave you feeling empty and stuck in unhealthy cycles....

In this episode, I’ll guide you through a practical and transformative approach to achieving your goals. Whether in your business, personal life, or relationships, success starts with clarity, intention, and action. We’ll go beyond traditional goal-setting methods and reverse engineer your vision into actionable steps, ensuring every effort aligns with your ultimate purpose. Using the mountain-cli...

In this episode, we explore the science behind self-control and how your habits influence every part of your life—mental, physical, spiritual, relational, and professional. I share personal experiences and practical strategies to help you build discipline and take control of your daily actions. We’ll discuss how the “friction method” can help you prioritize good habits and eliminate bad ones, the...

In this episode, we explore how your daily habits shape your mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Drawing from my experiences as a fitness coach and business mentor, I share a powerful analogy between the nutrients in food and the habits we cultivate in life. Just as nutrient-dense whole foods nourish our bodies, intentional habits energize our souls and prepare us for a life aligned with G...

In this episode, Matt Chenard unpacks the concept of true wealth and how the most undervalued currencies in life—time and energy—play a much greater role in long-term success and fulfillment than money alone. Key Topics Discussed: •  The Three Currencies of Life : Matt explains why time, energy, and money are the real currencies that shape our lives and businesses, and why many people undervalue t...

In this episode, Matt Chenard dives deep into the foundational strategies of his Time Wealth System, designed to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses without sacrificing their personal lives. Matt explains the four stages of an entrepreneur’s journey—Founder, Growth, Scale, and Tycoon—and how to navigate each phase effectively. Key Topics Discussed: • Understanding the Stages of Entrepreneurs...

In this episode, Matt Chenard shares his journey back to podcasting after a pause due to welcoming his baby girl, Willa, into the world. He discusses the importance of balancing faith, family, fitness, and business, and how his Time Wealth System helps Christian entrepreneurs regain control of their time without sacrificing their health, relationships, or business growth. Key Topics Discussed: • T...

If you found this episode beneficial, please share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a 5-star review. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps me reach more people with these valuable conversations. In this episode, Matt Chenard chats with Sarah Aiko Mayo about the powerful connection between physical discipline and a deep relationship with Jesus. Sarah, an accomplished at...

If you found this episode beneficial, please share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast, and leave a 5-star review. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps me reach more people with these valuable conversations. In this episode, Matt Chenard kicks off the rebranded podcast with a deep and thoughtful discussion with Mario Quezada. They explore the intersection of faith, humility, and th...

Welcome to the Lifestyle Engineer podcast , hosted by Matt Chenard. If you’ve been searching for a sign to try something new, to challenge your boundaries, or to find a unique way to enhance mental and physical well-being, this episode might just be the nudge you need.   This episode highlights the journey of Marcus Charman, a Brighton native, now residing in the West of England. Marcus opens up a...

In this episode of the Lifestyle Engineer podcast, host Matt Chenard explores the intricate balance between entrepreneurship and personal life. Drawing from his own experiences, Matt unveils the concept of the 'Entrepreneurial Blueprint' - a strategic framework designed for entrepreneurs to create impactful solutions and add value while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. He delves in...

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Kaleda Connell, the CEO of Kilo, a gym management software company that is revolutionizing the way gyms operate.  Kaleda shares her journey in entrepreneurship, the importance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and how AI is changing the landscape of business operations. She discusses the challenges of catering to different learning styles within...

Deepen your understanding of financial management in our latest episode, where we delve into the intriguing world of Whole Life Insurance and the Infinite Banking Concept with industry expert, Stephen Devlin. In this discussion, we shed light on a ground-breaking strategy that sees whole life insurance not just as a tool for future security but also as a robust platform for savings, tax efficiency...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Megan Henry, aka The Savage Meglet, a Mental Performance Coach, former Team USA Skeleton Athlete, and a proven symbol of grit, determination, and resilience. Known for her decade-long representation on Team USA Skeleton and the Army World Class Athlete Program, Megan faced life-threatening setbacks that could have ended her athletic career. Instead, she...

In this episode I’m joined by Mark England, co-founder and head coach at Enlifted Coaching. In what marks his 345th podcast episode, Mark shares how words influence us for better or worse.  He describes how many people get trapped in a victim mentality by the language they use to tell the stories they are stuck on. He offers insight on how to overcome habitual thought patterns, moving from project...

Join me, your host Matt Chenard as I dive into my cold exposure journey over the past six years. The experience was born out of necessity during a time in my life when stress, injury and disease all existed. What started with cold showers in congruence with other health measures has now turned into what you see on Instagram. Listen to the full story, and grab these discount codes for 10% off TrueA...

Lewis Vandervaulk is the founder of Blue Crocus Solutions, a digital agency specializing in web design, search engine optimization and Google Ads for the construction and trade industries. Join us as we discuss how personal growth can be driven by leaning into our closest relationships, mentorship and reading.  Lewis walks us through bootstrapping marketing efforts and identity shifting. Together...

Derek Batman is a gym owner who aspires to change lives through fitness and a consultant who aims to change companies through branding. In this episode, Derek and I take a deep dive into common branding mistakes new business owners make.  We cover topics such as: dialing in your brand and offer, finding your niche and creating culture, accepting the fact that your mission may not be for the masses...

Mario Quezada, a Branding and Content Creator as well as a Mindset Coach joins me in this episode to discuss best practices in branding and what matters most in messaging.  He provides insight regarding common mistakes made during branding and we discuss how having a deeper purpose or meaning behind creating a brand helps you determine what brand to create. Mario reminds us that consumers are incr...

Thomas Regier is a CrossFit Coach, father, and problem solver. In this episode, Thomas provides an explanation of what it means to have self-custody in the crypto world.  We also cover the importance of communication, personal responsibility, and how to empower others to problem solve.  Thanks for listening! Please remember to subscribe, review and share this podcast!  If you are interested in lea...

In this episode, I’m joined by Ernest Wyder. Ernest is a Certified Financial Planner and Senior Wealth Advisor with Wyder Wealth Partners. This episode explores the value of Crypto and NFTs as a client-funded enterprises.  Ernest also shares his unique insight and understanding into hacking and mass adoption issues, energy security, and how it ultimately leads to accountability. Listen to why it’s...

The world isn’t about us, right now. In this episode Tres Kenned, a Pastor, Gym Owner and Business Mentor explains how past generations shape who we are now and how who we are now, will impact future generations. The discussion also turns into the cost versus value when it comes to hiring a mentor, what’s possible from working with a mentor along with the why it’s important to stack small wins.  T...

In this episode I meet Sach Latti who was recently coined by those close to him as the “Canadian David Goggins.” Sach depicts his battle with depression and anxiety and how a divorce coupled with the pandemic severely worsened his mental health and how in that moment he chose to run.  What started out as physically running to escape mental and emotional turmoil, resulted in then running marathons,...

Shawn Rider is a business mentor, author, real estate investor, gym owner and financial advisor. In this episode Shawn breaks down how a properly constructed life insurance policy has much to offer entrepreneurs. He discusses a better way to compare investments beyond ROI which includes factors like: security and access. Familiar with the Seven Wonders? Tune in as Shawn takes complex financial (an...

In this sixth episode of The Lifestyle Engineer podcast I’m joined by creative director Anthony K. Do. Anthony describes himself as a nomadic filmmaker and storyteller. In fact, at the time of recording Anthony was in Tulum Mexico working on a passion project, which happens to be the only type of project he considers. We discuss, why as a business owner you should never settle or act out of desper...