UnMotivated

Trevor aka "The Dog Father"
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Welcome to The Unmotivated Podcast — the realest space where we talk business, life, personal growth, mindset, and dogs. We call ourselves the most Unmotivated Motivated people you’ll ever meet, because chasing success isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being real, consistent, and true to who you are. Each episode dives into: ✅ Raw conversations on entrepreneurship & business strategy✅ Life lessons from failures, wins, and everything in between✅ How to find motivation when you feel unmotivated✅ Personal growth, mindset shifts, and leveling up daily✅ The role dogs, lifestyle, and passion play in building a better life We’re here to share stories, experiences, and practical tips so you have a better shot at creating the life you want. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or simply need real conversations about motivation, business, and self-improvement — this podcast is for you.

  1. Oct 5

    Trev in the Hot Seat: Mental Health, Self-Investment & Personal Growth

    What does it really mean to invest in yourself? In this episode of Unmotivated, Holly, a returning guest and veterinary technician, puts Trev in the hot seat for an honest conversation about mental health, self-awareness, personal growth, and the importance of taking care of yourself. Rather than approaching the conversation as a therapist, Trev shares his own perspective on life, the experiences that have shaped him, and the lessons he's picked up from the people and environments around him. Trev doesn't approach personal development through therapy, but he believes there's value in keeping an open mind, listening to different perspectives, and learning from the rooms he enters. Every environment, conversation, and experience offers an opportunity to see things differently. The challenge is being honest enough with yourself to recognize what you can improve and intentional enough to apply what you learn. Holly challenges Trev to think more deeply about mental well-being and self-investment. What does working on yourself actually look like? How do you become more self-aware? And how do you know when you're growing instead of simply repeating the same patterns? This conversation explores the importance of reflection, taking responsibility for your development, and making time for the person you're becoming—not just the responsibilities you have to manage. Whether you're navigating personal challenges, working toward a better version of yourself, or trying to understand the connection between your mindset and your daily choices, this episode offers an honest look at personal growth from Trev's point of view. You don't have to have every answer to keep learning. Sometimes, growth begins with being willing to sit in the hot seat, hear a different perspective, and ask yourself better questions. We talk about: ✅ Why mental health and personal well-being deserve attention ✅ What it means to invest in yourself ✅ Holly puts Trev in the hot seat about personal growth ✅ Trev's unique perspective on life and self-improvement ✅ Learning from the people and environments around you ✅ Why staying open-minded can help you grow ✅ The importance of self-awareness and honest self-reflection ✅ How life experiences shape your perspective ✅ Recognizing areas where you can improve ✅ Taking responsibility for your own development ✅ The connection between mindset and personal growth ✅ Why learning doesn't stop when a conversation ends ✅ Challenging your own beliefs and assumptions ✅ Making intentional choices that support your growth ✅ Finding ways to become a better version of yourself 💭 The Takeaway You don't have to know everything to grow—but you have to be willing to learn. Stay open to new perspectives, be honest with yourself, and treat every experience as an opportunity to become a better version of who you are. Subscribe to The Unmotivated Podcast for honest conversations about mental well-being, personal development, business, relationships, and the ongoing process of becoming better.

  2. Oct 2

    How to Measure Personal Growth | Trev & Stan on Tracking Progress in Life

    How do you measure growth in life? Is it money, business success, relationships, discipline, knowledge, or the person you become along the way? In this episode of The Unmotivated Podcast, Trev sits down with Stan to discuss personal growth, defining success, and the metrics Stan uses to evaluate his own progress. Because saying you want to grow is one thing—but understanding what growth actually looks like is where the real work begins. Everyone has a different definition of success, but it's easy to spend years chasing goals without stopping to ask whether you're becoming the person you want to be. Growth isn't always about making more money or achieving the next big milestone. It can also mean improving your habits, becoming more accountable, building stronger relationships, making better decisions, and learning from experiences that once held you back. Trev and Stan explore what it means to measure progress in everyday life. They challenge the idea that success should be judged by someone else's standards and examine why having your own definition of growth matters. When you take an honest look at where you started, where you are today, and where you want to go, you can begin identifying the areas where you're improving—and the areas that still need work. Whether you're focused on personal development, growing a business, becoming more disciplined, or simply trying to build a better life, this conversation encourages you to define your own benchmarks for success. Stop measuring your life only by the results other people can see. Start paying attention to the choices, habits, relationships, and personal standards that shape who you're becoming. We talk about: ✅ How to measure personal growth and progress in life ✅ The life metrics Stan uses to evaluate his growth ✅ Defining success on your own terms ✅ How to know if you're actually moving forward ✅ The difference between looking successful and growing as a person ✅ Why personal accountability matters ✅ Measuring progress beyond money and business achievements ✅ The role of habits and discipline in personal development ✅ How to evaluate where you are versus where you started ✅ Identifying areas of life that need improvement ✅ Setting meaningful goals and personal benchmarks ✅ Learning from mistakes and life experiences ✅ Building a mindset focused on continuous improvement ✅ How to become more intentional with your time and energy ✅ Creating your own definition of a successful life 💭 The Takeaway If you don't define what growth looks like, how will you know when you're making progress? Take an honest look at your life, decide what matters most, and create your own metrics for becoming better every day. Subscribe to The Unmotivated Podcast for real conversations about personal growth, business, discipline, relationships, and the journey toward becoming a better version of yourself.

  3. Oct 1

    Your Choices Shape Your Life | Trev & Dr. KJ Haywood on Growth, Business & Accountability

    Every choice takes you somewhere. Some decisions move you closer to the life you want, while others create obstacles you may not recognize until much later. In this episode of Unmotivated, Trev sits down with special guest Dr. Kimberly (KJ) Haywood to explore how the choices we make in life and business shape our direction, influence our opportunities, and affect our ability to grow. We all make good decisions and bad ones. The challenge is recognizing the patterns behind them. Sometimes we blame our circumstances, our environment, or the people around us when we're struggling to make progress. But what if part of the answer lies in the choices we're making every day? From the habits we maintain to the people we surround ourselves with, our daily decisions can either support our growth or keep us repeating the same cycles. Trev and Dr. KJ discuss the connection between decision-making, personal accountability, business growth, and personal development. They explore why it's important to examine your actions honestly, learn from past mistakes, and recognize when your current approach isn't producing the results you want. Growth often begins when you stop looking only at where you are and start examining how your choices are helping you get there. Whether you're an entrepreneur trying to grow your business, a professional looking for your next opportunity, or someone who feels stuck in life, this conversation challenges you to take a closer look at your daily decisions. You can't change every circumstance around you, but you can become more intentional about the choices you make moving forward. We talk about: ✅ How daily choices shape your future ✅ The connection between decision-making and personal growth ✅ Why good and bad decisions lead us down different paths ✅ Recognizing habits that keep you stuck ✅ How to take accountability for your life ✅ The impact of everyday choices on business success ✅ Learning from mistakes without letting them define you ✅ Why repeating the same actions can produce the same results ✅ How to make better decisions for long-term growth ✅ Identifying patterns that hold you back ✅ The relationship between discipline, habits, and success ✅ Knowing when your current approach needs to change ✅ How to become more intentional with your time and energy ✅ Taking responsibility for the direction of your life ✅ Building a better future through better daily decisions If you're not getting the results you want in life or business, take an honest look at the choices you're making. Your circumstances may influence your starting point, but your decisions can help shape what happens next.

  4. Sep 30

    AI Governance Deep Dive | Trev & Dr. KJ Haywood on AI Risk, Compliance & Accountability (Part 2)

    Artificial intelligence is advancing quickly, but how do we make sure it's being developed, deployed, and used responsibly? In Part 2 of this conversation on The Unmotivated Podcast, Trev welcomes back special guest Dr. Kimberly (KJ) Haywood for a deeper dive into AI governance, compliance, risk management, and accountability. Moving beyond the introductory conversation, this episode focuses on the questions organizations must confront as they integrate AI into their operations. Who is responsible for AI-driven decisions? How should businesses identify and manage risk? What does meaningful oversight look like? And how can organizations balance innovation with transparency, accountability, and responsible use? Trev and Dr. KJ explore why AI governance is more than a technical issue or a compliance checklist. Effective governance involves people, processes, policies, risk assessment, and ongoing oversight. Businesses need to understand not only what their AI systems can do, but also where they can fail, how their decisions affect people, and who is accountable when problems arise. Whether you're an entrepreneur exploring AI tools, a business leader planning AI adoption, a technology professional, or someone curious about the future of artificial intelligence, this deeper conversation examines the responsibility that comes with increasingly powerful technology. We talk about: ✅ A deeper look at AI governance and why it matters ✅ The relationship between AI governance, risk, and compliance ✅ Accountability for AI-driven decisions ✅ Identifying and managing artificial intelligence risks ✅ Transparency and trust in AI systems ✅ Responsible AI implementation in business ✅ The importance of policies, processes, and oversight ✅ AI ethics and organizational responsibility ✅ Challenges businesses face when adopting AI ✅ Balancing innovation with responsible governance ✅ The role of leadership in AI oversight ✅ Preparing organizations for evolving AI requirements ✅ Why AI governance needs ongoing attention ✅ The future of AI compliance and responsible innovation AI capability is only part of the equation. The bigger challenge is making sure the technology is used responsibly—and knowing who's accountable when it matters most.

  5. Sep 29

    The Rules Behind AI | Trev & Dr. KJ on Governance, Compliance & What's Next (Part 1)

    Artificial intelligence is transforming how businesses operate, make decisions, and serve their customers—but as AI adoption accelerates, so do the questions surrounding accountability, risk, transparency, and compliance. In this episode of The Unmotivated Podcast, Trev sits down with special guest Dr. Kimberly (KJ) Haywood to explore the evolving world of AI governance and compliance, along with the personal journey that brought her into this increasingly important field. KJ shares her journey into AI, offering a look at the experiences, decisions, and lessons that shaped her path through life and business. The conversation explores what it means to navigate a rapidly changing industry, continue learning, and find your place in a field that is reshaping the way organizations think about technology and responsibility. Together, Trev and KJ unpack why AI governance matters, how organizations can approach AI responsibly, and why compliance is about more than simply checking boxes. As businesses introduce AI into their operations, they must consider how systems are managed, how risks are identified, how decisions are evaluated, and how trust is maintained. Responsible AI requires thoughtful policies, clear accountability, and an understanding of the real-world consequences of the technology being deployed. Beyond the technical discussion, this episode is about the journey behind the expertise: building a career, navigating business, adapting to change, and continuing to grow as new opportunities emerge. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business leader, technology professional, or simply curious about where AI is headed, this conversation offers perspective on both the future of artificial intelligence and the human experience of finding your direction. We talk about: ✅ Dr. Kimberly (KJ) Haywood's journey into AI governance and compliance ✅ The life experiences that shaped her professional path ✅ What AI governance means and why it matters ✅ The difference between AI governance, risk management, and compliance ✅ Why responsible AI requires accountability and oversight ✅ AI ethics, transparency, and trust ✅ How businesses can approach AI adoption responsibly ✅ The importance of identifying and managing AI-related risks ✅ AI compliance and the challenges organizations face ✅ The role of governance as artificial intelligence evolves ✅ How technology is changing the business landscape ✅ Navigating career changes and emerging industries ✅ Lessons from entrepreneurship, business, and personal growth ✅ Staying adaptable in a rapidly changing world ✅ Preparing for the future of AI and responsible innovation AI may be changing the rules of business, but the need for accountability, sound judgment, and responsible leadership isn't going away. Understanding the technology is one thing. Understanding how to govern it is another.

  6. Sep 28

    The Struggle to Feel Worthy | Trev on Identity & Growth

    How do you know what you're worth? It's a question many people struggle to answer, even when they appear confident, successful, and put together on the outside. In this solo episode of Unmotivated, Trev explores the complicated idea of self-worth, why it's so difficult to recognize our own value, and how easily we allow our circumstances and other people's opinions to shape how we see ourselves. It's easy to tie your worth to what you accomplish, how much money you make, how others treat you, the relationships you maintain, or whether you feel like you're living up to your potential. When those things aren't going well, it can become difficult to separate what you're experiencing from who you are. You can start questioning yourself, overlooking your strengths, and believing you're worth less simply because you're not where you want to be yet. Trev takes a deeper look at the difference between knowing your worth and trying to prove your worth. Personal growth matters. Accountability matters. Working toward a better life matters. But constantly chasing achievement or approval to feel good enough can leave you stuck in a cycle where nothing you accomplish ever feels like enough. This episode is an invitation to examine how you define yourself, whose opinions you allow to influence you, and what you use to measure your value. Because learning to recognize your worth doesn't mean believing you're perfect or that you have nothing left to improve. It means understanding that your current struggles, mistakes, and unfinished goals don't tell the whole story of who you are. We talk about: ✅ What self-worth really means ✅ Why recognizing your own value can be difficult ✅ The difference between self-worth and self-esteem ✅ Why people tie their worth to success and achievement ✅ How other people's opinions influence self-perception ✅ The struggle of feeling like you're not good enough ✅ Why external validation can become a never-ending pursuit ✅ Separating your identity from your mistakes and setbacks ✅ The relationship between personal growth and self-acceptance ✅ Why you don't have to prove your worth to everyone ✅ How comparison can distort the way you see yourself ✅ Learning to recognize your value while still pursuing growth ✅ Questioning the standards you use to measure yourself ✅ Building a healthier relationship with who you are You can want more for yourself without believing you're worth less right now. Your growth is a journey—not a requirement you must fulfill to deserve your own respect.

  7. Sep 25

    Give More Than You Take | The Mindset Behind Building a Business and Brand

    What if one of the biggest keys to success isn't what you can get from people, but what you can bring to them? In this solo episode of Unmotivated, Trev looks back on his journey so far and shares one of the core philosophies that has influenced how he approaches business, relationships, personal growth, and building brands: value, value, value. Trev walks through his experiences building brands, developing ideas, creating opportunities, and navigating the process of turning a vision into something real. Across his journey, one principle continues to stand out: lead with value. Instead of focusing only on what you can sell, what you can gain, or what someone else can do for you, ask yourself what you can contribute, how you can help, and how you can make something better. Whether you're building a business, growing a personal brand, developing relationships, or trying to become a better version of yourself, adding value changes the way you approach the game. It shifts your focus from short-term rewards to long-term trust, from simply chasing opportunities to becoming someone who creates them. This episode is a look back at Trev's journey, the philosophy behind the brands he's built, and why he believes adding value should come before expecting a return. It's about building with intention, serving people, staying consistent, and understanding that meaningful success comes from what you contribute—not just what you accumulate. We talk about: ✅ Trev's journey and the experiences that shaped his philosophy ✅ The meaning behind “value, value, value” ✅ How leading with value influenced the brands Trev built ✅ Why adding value should come before expecting a return ✅ Creating opportunities instead of waiting for them ✅ How to build a brand around serving people ✅ The connection between value, trust, and relationships ✅ Why solving problems creates business opportunities ✅ The difference between chasing money and creating value ✅ How to become more valuable in business and in life ✅ Building something meaningful through consistency ✅ Why long-term success requires more than a quick win ✅ Applying a value-first mindset to personal growth ✅ Lessons learned along the way—and what comes next Stop focusing only on what you want to get out of life. Start focusing on what you can bring to it. Add value consistently, build trust, and give people a reason to believe in what you're building.

  8. Sep 24

    Find Your Clarity | Trev & Adrian on Growth, Purpose & Finding Your Direction

    Sometimes growth starts with simply admitting that you don't have everything figured out. In this episode of The Unmotivated Podcast, Trev sits down with special guest Adrian, a longtime supporter and part of the FitBully family, to talk about growth, clarity, purpose, and figuring out what comes next. Adrian's journey has taken him from being a longtime supporter of FitBully to becoming a dog owner within the family and now preparing to bring another dog into his life. As he explores the possibility of eventually getting into breeding himself, he's also navigating something much bigger: figuring out who he wants to become and what direction he wants his life to take. Trev and Adrian talk about why seeking growth and clarity is so important in today's world. With social media constantly showing us what everyone else is doing, it's easy to compare, feel behind, or convince yourself that you should already have everything figured out. But growth doesn't always come with a clear roadmap. Sometimes clarity comes from asking better questions, surrounding yourself with the right people, gaining experience, and being willing to take the next step even when you don't know exactly where the journey will lead. They talk about: ✅ Adrian's journey from longtime supporter to FitBully family member ✅ What it's like becoming part of a community you once supported from the outside ✅ His experience purchasing his first dog from FitBully ✅ Preparing to bring another dog into his life ✅ Exploring the possibility of becoming a breeder ✅ The importance of personal growth ✅ Why clarity matters when making major life decisions ✅ How to find direction when you don't know what's next ✅ Learning from people with experience ✅ Seeking guidance instead of trying to figure everything out alone ✅ The importance of asking questions ✅ How your environment can influence your growth ✅ Avoiding comparison in the age of social media ✅ Understanding that everyone's journey moves at a different pace ✅ Becoming intentional about the person you're trying to become ✅ Taking action while you're still figuring things out You don't need to know exactly where you're going to start moving. Sometimes the clarity you're looking for comes after you take the first step.

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Welcome to The Unmotivated Podcast — the realest space where we talk business, life, personal growth, mindset, and dogs. We call ourselves the most Unmotivated Motivated people you’ll ever meet, because chasing success isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being real, consistent, and true to who you are. Each episode dives into: ✅ Raw conversations on entrepreneurship & business strategy✅ Life lessons from failures, wins, and everything in between✅ How to find motivation when you feel unmotivated✅ Personal growth, mindset shifts, and leveling up daily✅ The role dogs, lifestyle, and passion play in building a better life We’re here to share stories, experiences, and practical tips so you have a better shot at creating the life you want. If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or simply need real conversations about motivation, business, and self-improvement — this podcast is for you.

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  • Creator
    Trevor aka "The Dog Father"
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    351
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 UnMotivated
  • Show Website
    UnMotivated