Life at Ten Tenths

Matt Bonelli and Garrett Frey

Inspiring people to live at the pinnacle of their ability and purpose.

  1. 4D AGO

    When Chaos Hits: Your Plan Becomes Your Lifeboat

    No one plans for chaos—but it is inevitable - it is just a matter of when it shows up. Unexpected health issues. Family emergencies. Disruptions from extreme weather. We have all experienced it; your time, energy, and focus suddenly get pulled in directions you didn’t anticipate. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett share a candid, personal conversation about what it really looks like to run a business when life goes sideways—and why a well-built plan isn’t a constraint, it’s a lifeboat. This episode isn’t about pushing harder or pretending everything is fine. It’s about why minimum standards, clear priorities, and relationship-based businesses create stability when control disappears—and how grace and structure can coexist. In this episode, we talk about: Why chaos doesn’t mean your plan failedHow minimum standards keep you grounded in hard seasonsWhat truly needs to stay non-negotiable—and what can pauseWhy planning is most valuable when things fall apartHow strong relationships create flexibility and supportGiving yourself grace without abandoning momentum This conversation is a reminder that the right plan doesn’t trap you—it supports you. When life demands your attention, having a foundation in place allows you to step away, take care of what matters most, and return with clarity and confidence. 🎧 Listen in if you’re navigating uncertainty and need a steady reminder: you’re not off track—you’re human.

    30 min
  2. FEB 12

    Why Relationships Still Win in a Noisy Real Estate World

    Recorded live in Charlotte, this episode of Life at Ten Tenths captures the kind of energy that only happens in the room. Matt and Garrett were honored to be invited by Dickens Mitchener for a live conversation centered on authenticity, relationships, gratitude, and long-term success in real estate. From the moment we walked in, the warmth, professionalism, and people-first culture were unmistakable—and it shaped everything that followed. In a world filled with trends, tactics, and constant noise, this episode is a reminder that relationships still win. Not because they’re flashy—but because they’re durable. You’ll hear honest answers to real questions about focus, mindset, collaboration, and what actually builds trust with clients and within a team. In this episode, we talk about:Why relationships outperform tactics over timeAuthenticity vs chasing algorithms and trendsHow gratitude and energy shape culture and leadershipWhat new and experienced agents should focus on right nowWhy collaboration beats comparisonThe traits that create sustainable, referral-based businesses A HUGE thank you to Dickens Mitchener for welcoming us so generously, inviting us into your space, and sharing your incredible energy with us. Being in the room with this group was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when culture, care, and professionalism come first. If you’re building a business rooted in trust, connection, and long-term thinking, this conversation will resonate. 🎧 Listen in, and reconnect with what actually moves the needle.

    33 min
  3. FEB 2

    The Shadow Standards That Are Quietly Running Your Life

    You don’t get the results you want from the standards you talk about. You get results from the standards you live by—often without realizing it. In this episode of Life at Ten Tenths, Matt and Garrett introduce the idea of shadow standards: the unspoken rules, habits, and environmental defaults that quietly shape your health, business, relationships, and energy. From what’s on your calendar, to what’s on your phone, to what’s in your fridge—these small, behind-the-scenes choices often have more influence than the goals you set or the plans you make. This conversation isn’t about guilt or discipline. It’s about awareness and alignment. You’ll hear how shadow standards can either support your core values—or work directly against them—and why burnout often shows up when those two are out of sync. The good news? Most shadow standards are easy to change once you see them clearly. In this episode, we discuss: What shadow standards are and why they matterHow unspoken rules drive predictable resultsThe connection between core values and daily behaviorWhy environment design beats willpowerHow misaligned standards quietly lead to burnoutSimple ways to create shadow standards that support who you want to become This episode is an invitation to pause, take inventory, and ask a powerful question: Are the standards behind the scenes helping me—or holding me back? 🎧 Listen in and reclaim more control than you realize you already have.

    27 min
4.9
out of 5
36 Ratings

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