Claim Your Day: Live Your Values. Lead Your Life.

Nick Maizy
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Are scrambling to keep up? Is life happening to you? Ready to stop drifting and start driving your life? Welcome to the podcast that helps you become intentional and live with purpose, so you can take ownership and build a life you’re proud of. Hosted by Nick Maizy, a Maxwell Leadership Team member, this show provides actionable strategies to master your choices, live your values, and lead your life. Discover how to build consistent habits, prioritize what matters, and live out your values daily, and the create the life you've always wanted. It's time to stop drifting and start leading.

  1. 3D AGO

    75: The Burnout Paradox: How Excellence is Actually Easier Than Drifting

    If you are constantly feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, the answer isn't just "working harder." In this episode, we explore why the chaos of a disorganized life is actually more exhausting than the discipline of excellence and how you can regain control of your life by simplifying your focus. "Excellence isn't a chore; it’s a filter that removes the unnecessary stress of your day." Key Takeaways: Activity vs. Accomplishment: Understanding John Maxwell’s Law of Priorities. We break down why the feeling of "drifting" usually comes from doing too many "good" things instead of focusing on the "great" ones. The 80/20 Rule for Peace: How to apply the Pareto Principle to your work-life balance. We identify how 20% of your tasks usually create 80% of the peace and progress for your family and career. Warren Buffett’s 5/25 Strategy: A tactical exercise in effective prioritization. Learn why the "Avoid-at-All-Cost" list (the goals ranked 6 through 25) is the secret to protecting your time and energy. Excellence as an Energy Saver: Shifting your mindset to see that mindful living and high standards actually reduce friction and burnout, rather than adding to your to-do list. Actionable Homework: Apply the 80/20 Filter: Identify the two specific tasks on your list today that create the most peace or progress for your family. Commit to doing those first. The 5/25 Goal Audit: Write down 25 things you want to achieve. Rank them 1–25. Circle the top five, and then—this is the hard part—completely ignore the other 20 until your top five are complete. Resources Mentioned: [Free Download] The Intentional Choice Guide: This guide will help you filter your "Good" from your "Great" and define your core priorities. [Link to nickmazy.com/guide] Claim Your Day on Substack: Join the community for deep-dive "Notes" on applying these principles to your life: substack.com/@nickmaizy John Maxwell: Referenced for the Law of Priorities. Brendon Burchard: Referenced for the high-performance habit of Increasing Productivity. Warren Buffett: Referenced for his 5/25 goal-setting framework.

    20 min

  2. FEB 10

    74-Stop Waiting for Confidence - Your Growth Your Catalyst Series

    Stop waiting for the "perfect time" to feel ready. This episode explores the science of building unshakeable self-trust through tiny, consistent wins, making it the perfect resource for busy professionals looking to overcome self-doubt and procrastination. We break down how to stop drifting and start taking control of your daily habits by understanding the critical loop between action and confidence. Key Takeaways: The Competence-Confidence Loop: Why confidence is an outcome of doing the work, not a prerequisite for starting it. Maxwell’s Law of the Mirror: Understanding that you must see value in yourself to add value to yourself. If you aren't growing, it’s likely because you haven't yet seen your own potential as possible. Action Cures Fear: A breakdown of the F.E.A.R. acronym (False Evidence Appearing Real) and how even the smallest step forward can quell anxiety. The Big Mo: How to use micro-momentum to make large, intimidating goals feel manageable and achievable. Internal Validation: Why shifting from seeking external "likes" to building internal evidence of growth makes you unshakeable at home and in the office. "Waiting for confidence before you start is like waiting to feel warm before you start the fire. The confidence you're looking for is hiding behind the actions you’re currently avoiding." Actionable Homework: The Micro-Promise: Set one "Micro-Promise" today—a task so small it is literally impossible to fail (e.g., reading one page of a book or putting on your gym shoes). Keep that promise to start rebuilding your self-trust. Audit Your "Lid": Identify one area where you’ve been saying "I'm not ready." Ask yourself: Is this a fact, or is it just "False Evidence Appearing Real"? Take one 5-minute action in that direction today.

    15 min

  3. FEB 3

    73: Why Your Personal Growth is the Greatest Gift for Your Family

    If you've ever felt selfish for prioritizing your own development, this episode of Claim Your Day is for you. Learn how to overcome work-life balance guilt and discover why claiming your day is actually the most selfless act you can perform for the people you love. "Your kids don't do what you say; they do what you do. If you are constantly drifting, they learn that drifting is the standard." In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Law of Influence: A deep dive into John Maxwell’s core principle that leadership is influence. We discuss why your personal best is the "lid" on your family’s potential and why your growth is the essential engine for living a purposeful life. Becoming a Role Model: Practical advice on applying Brendon Burchard’s high-performance habit of influence. You'll learn how to intentionally practice habits for success—like patience or health—in a way that your children and team can catch through observation. Architecting a Legacy: How to transition from being a mere "manager" of a household to the "architect" of a family legacy. We explore how aligning life with values gives those around you the silent permission to reach for their own potential as well.

    12 min

  4. JAN 27

    72: The 2-Minute Solution: Building Habits That Stick This Year - Intentional Reset Series

    Tired of failing at your goals by February? This finale of the Intentional Reset series reveals the "2-Minute Solution"—a tactical approach to building consistency by focusing on the 1% rule and the path of least resistance. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Law of the Process: Why we fail when we try to change everything at once and how to shift your focus from the "Massive Transformation" to the Daily Discipline. The 2-Minute Entry Point: A deep dive into how to "scale down" any goal until it takes less than 120 seconds to start. We discuss how to make consistency easier than quitting. The 1% Rule & "The Big Mo": How small, incremental improvements lead to disproportionate results over time. We explore John Maxwell’s principle of Momentum and how to keep it on your side. Overcoming the "All-or-Nothing" Mindset: Practical advice on how to handle "fail days" and why doing 2 minutes of a habit is always better than doing 0. Resources Mentioned: Intentional Choice Guide: The foundational tool to ensure your 2-minute habits are actually aligned with your core values. [Download at nickmazy.com] Atomic Habits by James Clear: A key reference for the "2-Minute Rule" mechanics. John Maxwell’s The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Specifically referencing the Law of the Process and the Law of Consistency. Episode 66 (Backcasting): Referenced as the tool to help you find the "End Goal" you are scaling down. Your Next Step The 2-Minute Shrink: Take one goal you’ve been struggling with (e.g., working out, journaling, reading) and shrink the "start" of it down to a 2-minute version. Commit to doing ONLY that 2-minute version for the next 7 days. Download the Free Guide: Get the Intentional Choice Guide to make sure your new habits are moving you toward your purpose: nickmaizy.com/your-intentional-choice-guide/ Subscribe & Review: If this series helped you reset your year, please leave a review on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It helps other Intentional Professionals find the show. Thank you!

    13 min

  5. JAN 20

    71: How to End Work-Life Balance Guilt and Reclaim Your Mental Focus - Intentional Reset Series

    Struggling with the guilt of never being fully present at work or at home? This episode of Claim Your Day dives into how you can regain control of your life by decluttering your mental space and setting firm boundaries around the digital noise that steals your attention. "You have to be willing to give up something in order to get something. If you want peace and presence, you have to give up the 'always-on' connectivity of your phone." In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Law of the Trade-Off: Why work-life balance guilt often stems from trying to be everywhere at once. We discuss John Maxwell’s principle of "giving up to grow up" and how the cost of a single notification can be up to 23 minutes of lost focus. Raising Necessity: How to apply Brendon Burchard’s habit of making your mental sharpness a "must-have" rather than a "nice-to-have." We explore how to stop feeling overwhelmed by making your presence at home as vital as your productivity at work. Reclaiming Your Focus: Practical strategies to manage a busy schedule by silencing digital noise. You’ll learn how to use location-based settings and "Do Not Disturb" features to create a "focus gate" that protects your time with your family and your most important work tasks. From Distracted to Present: Why being 100% present wherever your feet are is the ultimate cure for guilt. When you give your best to your work, you can go home with a clear conscience; when you give your best to your family, you can return to work energized. Resources Mentioned: Intentional Choice Guide: A practical tool to help you define your top priorities so you know exactly what to focus on when you silence the noise. [Download here at nickmazy.com] John Maxwell: Reference to the Law of the Trade-Off. Brendon Burchard: Reference to the high-performance habit of Raising Necessity. Your Next Step Commit to the "Do Not Disturb" Challenge: Set up your phone to automatically limit notifications based on your location (Office vs. Home) or specific times of day. Start protecting your focus today! The Bold Move: Ready for an intentional reset? Try a 24-hour "Digital Fast" this weekend—no phone, no email—and notice how your mental load lightens. Subscribe: Don't miss the finale of our Intentional Reset series! Subscribe to Claim Your Day.

    15 min

  6. JAN 13

    70: The 90-Day Sprint: Why the 12-Month Goal is Holding You Back

    Stop shooting yourself in the foot with year-long resolutions that lead to burnout. In this episode, we break down the effective prioritization techniques of a 90-day strategy to help you achieve purposeful progress and stay motivated all year long. "Improving and living with discipline according to your values is hard work—let's make it as manageable as possible." In This Episode, You'll Learn: The 12-Month Myth: A deep dive into why 12 months is actually too long for effective goal setting. We explore how long-term horizons lead to procrastination ("I have plenty of time") or early self-defeat when habits get tough in February. The Law of Design: How to apply John Maxwell’s principle to regain control of your life. We discuss how designing your life in 90-day blocks allows you to be nimble, make course corrections, and avoid the "failure" trap of rigid annual resolutions. The "One Big Win" Strategy: A practical look at Brendon Burchard’s habit of generating energy. You’ll learn how to identify the single most important "needle-mover" for your quarter and why keeping it visible on your bathroom mirror is a game-changer for mindful living. Stacking Success: How to use the "Big Mo" (momentum) to transition from one quarter to the next. By the time you reach the end of the year, you won't be scrambling; you'll be acing your goals because you built them brick by brick. Resources Mentioned: Intentional Choice Guide: Use this tool to ensure your 90-day "Big Win" is actually aligned with your core values. [Download here at nickmazy.com] Episode 69: The foundation of this series, covering the Law of Reflection and the 3-3-3 Audit. The 12-Week Year: A book reference for those wanting to dive deeper into the science of shortened execution cycles. John Maxwell: Reference to the Law of Design regarding strategic growth. Brendon Burchard: Discussion on the high-performance habit of Generating Energy. Your Next Step Set Your Big Win: Identify one major goal you want to accomplish by March 31st. Write it on a sticky note or use a dry-erase marker on your mirror to keep it front and center every morning. Download the Free Guide: Get the Intentional Choice Guide to help you define the values that should drive your 90-day sprint. nickmaizy.com Subscribe: Don't miss the rest of the Intentional Reset series! Subscribe to Claim Your Day on your favorite podcast platform.

    18 min

  7. JAN 6

    69: Your Best Year Ever Starts with Looking Backward - The Intentional Reset: Part 1

    Tired of the "New Year, New You" hype that never seems to stick? This episode of Claim Your Day provides a practical 15-minute habit to help you audit your past year, find clarity, and start living a purposeful life today. "Experience isn't the best teacher—evaluated experience is." In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Law of Reflection: Why looking backward is the essential first step to moving forward. We discuss how to use John Maxwell’s principle of evaluation to ensure you aren't just getting older, but actually growing. The 3-3-3 Audit: A deep dive into a simple, 15-minute framework to help you regain control of your life. You’ll learn how to identify three things to keep, three things to kill, and three things to change to ensure 2026 isn't a repeat of last year's stress. From Drifting to Driving: Practical advice on how to stop being a victim of your schedule. We explore how to transition from feeling stuck in life to making conscious choices that allow you to be fully present for your family and your work. Resources Mentioned: Intentional Choice Guide: A free resource designed to help you align your daily actions with your deepest values. [Download here at nickmazy.com] John Maxwell: Reference to the Law of Reflection from his leadership teachings. Brendon Burchard: Discussion of high-performance habits and the importance of seeking clarity. Your Next Step Download the Free Guide: Get the Intentional Choice Guide to take your first step toward living with purpose and building consistent habits at: nickmaizy.com Subscribe: Never miss an episode of the Intentional Reset series! Subscribe to the Claim Your Day podcast.

    13 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    68: Bridging the Gap - How to Align Your Daily Actions with Your Big Goals

    Do you ever feel like you're scrambling to keep up, but all your hard work is disconnected from your big goals? It’s easy to get stuck in the flurry of emails and notifications, but true success comes from ensuring your daily agenda reflects your larger vision. In this series finale of From Stuck to Making Progress, we dive into the systems that move the needle. Drawing on John Maxwell’s Law of the Big Picture, we explore how to stop letting your inbox dictate your life. You’ll learn three simple, repeatable systems—the Sunday Blueprint, the Golden Hour, and the Daily Check-in—that will help you close the gap between your strategy and your execution. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Law of the Big Picture: Why seeing the larger vision for your life is essential for directing your daily energy and focus. The Sunday Night Blueprint: A 15-minute weekly planning session to identify priorities before the chaos of Monday morning begins. The Golden Hour (Two-Hour Goal Block): The power of scheduling a focused time block for your #1 priority before the day’s distractions take over. The Daily Check-in: A simple end-of-day review to acknowledge wins, honor your effort, and adjust your plan for the following day. Closing the Gap: How to ensure your daily productivity is actually moving you toward your 90-day milestones and long-term purpose. Key Takeaways & Principles Consistency Over Perfection: Don’t wait for the "perfect" plan to start. A simple plan executed consistently is better than a perfect plan that never leaves the page. Strategy vs. Execution: Your vision is your destination, but your daily habits are the vehicle. If the two aren't connected, you'll stay stuck. Honor the Effort: Success isn't just about the finished to-do list; it’s about acknowledging how you handled the day’s challenges and showing up for what matters. Your Action Step: The Claim Your Day Action Challenge The 15-Minute Blueprint: This Sunday night, set aside 15 minutes to look at the week ahead. Identify Top 3 Priorities: Choose three key priorities for the week that are directly connected to your current 90-day goals. Schedule the Action: Decide exactly when you will tackle these priorities during the week to ensure they don't get lost in the shuffle. Resources Mentioned Intentional Choice Guide: Go to nickmazy.com to download the guide and start making choices that align with your true values. Previous Episodes: Make sure to listen to Episode 66 (Backcasting) and Episode 67 (The Law of Priorities) to fully round out your progress strategy. Next Series Teaser: Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes where we continue to explore how to live a life of intention and purpose!

    13 min
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Are scrambling to keep up? Is life happening to you? Ready to stop drifting and start driving your life? Welcome to the podcast that helps you become intentional and live with purpose, so you can take ownership and build a life you’re proud of. Hosted by Nick Maizy, a Maxwell Leadership Team member, this show provides actionable strategies to master your choices, live your values, and lead your life. Discover how to build consistent habits, prioritize what matters, and live out your values daily, and the create the life you've always wanted. It's time to stop drifting and start leading.

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