The 365 Commitment

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The 365 Commitment Podcast focuses on helping people make and keep life changing commitments.

  1. Day 130 - We Eat Our Own Filet Mignon

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    Day 130 - We Eat Our Own Filet Mignon

    Episode Theme: Why language shapes product culture—and why pride beats obligation. Key Topics: A Valentine’s dinner that sparked a realization The meaning behind “eat your own dog food” Why metaphors shape how people feel about their work Dog food as a symbol of duty and suffering Food as a symbol of craft and enjoyment Building products you actually want to use Pride versus tolerance in product quality How language influences morale and identity Reframing internal culture through better metaphors “Eating what we build” as an act of confidence Notable Takeaways: The phrase may be right, but the picture is wrong. Words shape mood, and mood shapes behavior. Teams should enjoy what they build, not just endure it. Pride creates higher standards than obligation. Product quality should be felt internally first. Suggested Reflections: What language do you use to describe your work? Does it inspire pride—or just compliance? Would you enjoy using what you’re building? What metaphor would better represent your craft? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “We’re not here to eat dog food — we’re here to enjoy what we build.”

    3 min
  2. Day 129 - Your Worst Enemy is Your Biggest Fan

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    Day 129 - Your Worst Enemy is Your Biggest Fan

    Episode Theme: Why the people who oppose you may be reacting to your potential. Key Topics: A Valentine’s Day gift that sparked a new perspective Rethinking workplace conflict and personal attacks How perceived threats trigger defensive behavior The role of instinct in social and professional dynamics Recognizing when criticism is actually belief in potential Turning hostility into understanding Parallels between workplace conflict and family relationships Reframing parental criticism as expectation and hope Choosing collaboration over competition Notable Takeaways: Hostility can be a form of recognition. People protect their position when they feel threatened. Being attacked doesn’t always mean being wrong. Self-reflection reveals the same instinct in ourselves. Conflict can become connection when motives are understood. Suggested Reflections: Who in your life seems unreasonably critical or hostile? Could their reaction be rooted in seeing your potential? When have you felt threatened by someone else’s talent? How might curiosity change your next difficult conversation? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “Sometimes the person pushing against you the hardest is the one who sees the most in you.”

    3 min
  3. Day 128 - The Peaceful Easy Feeling

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    Day 128 - The Peaceful Easy Feeling

    Episode Theme: Why lasting peace is an illusion—and why temporary peace is enough. Key Topics: The story behind Peaceful Easy Feeling Who wrote the song and what it was really about The difference between achievement and acceptance Why peace is not a destination but a moment The human condition as constant change and instability How even wealth and power fail to create lasting peace Temporary peace as a coping mechanism Finding calm without reaching the goal Self-preservation through emotional acceptance Notable Takeaways: Peace is not something you arrive at and stay in. Acceptance often brings more peace than success. Temporary calm is part of surviving long struggle. Ambition and contentment must coexist. Emotional peace is a moment, not a milestone. Suggested Reflections: Where are you waiting to feel peaceful “someday”? What would it look like to feel okay without arriving yet? Are you chasing peace through achievement instead of acceptance? When was the last time you felt calm despite unfinished goals? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “Peaceful, easy feeling isn’t a place you reach — it’s a moment you’re given.”

    2 min
  4. Day 127 - Who Will be In the Trenches with You

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    Day 127 - Who Will be In the Trenches with You

    Episode Theme: Loyalty, resilience, and the people who stay when things get hard. Key Topics: The question that cuts through titles and strategy What “the trenches” really represent: risk, discomfort, and uncertainty Why hardship reveals true partnership The limits of credentials and hype Who carries pressure instead of redirecting it Parallels between business, relationships, and personal life Mutuality: not just who stays with you, but who you stay with Trust built through shared difficulty Strengthening bonds through gratitude and recognition Notable Takeaways: Hard seasons reveal real alignment. Loyalty is proven under pressure, not in comfort. A few people matter more than a crowd. Partnership is about sharing burden, not just upside. You must be trench-worthy too, not just selective. Suggested Reflections: Who would answer your call when things get ugly? Who has already walked through something hard with you? Are you someone others would trust in their own hard season? What relationship deserves a thank-you today? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “Who stays in the trenches with you tells you more than any résumé ever could.”

    2 min
  5. Day 126 - The Secret to Thinking Better

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    Day 126 - The Secret to Thinking Better

    Episode Theme: Why hydration is one of the most overlooked drivers of clear thinking. Key Topics: A personal experiment with drinking more water The surprising mental effects of hydration Why the brain depends structurally on water How mild dehydration impairs attention and memory The relationship between dehydration and mood Reduced oxygen and nutrient delivery to the brain Slower neurotransmitter production Declines in executive function and decision-making How quickly cognition can rebound after rehydration Why we chase complexity instead of fixing fundamentals Notable Takeaways: Water is not optional for brain performance. Even 1–2% dehydration reduces attention and short-term memory. Mood shifts toward irritability and anxiety when dehydrated. Cognitive performance can improve within minutes of rehydration. The biggest mental upgrade may be the simplest one. Suggested Reflections: How much water do you actually drink in a normal day? Are you treating fatigue as a motivation problem instead of a hydration problem? What “productivity hacks” are you chasing instead of addressing basics? What would change if hydration became a daily priority? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “Sometimes the biggest lever for better thinking is the most basic one.”

    4 min
  6. Day 125 - The Noise vs. The Work

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    Day 125 - The Noise vs. The Work

    Episode Theme: Why solving real problems is the only progress that actually counts. Key Topics: The difference between noise and work Why commentary, hype, and pivots feel like progress Noise as measurable but meaningless activity Real work as provable outcomes (time, money, risk) The danger of chasing applause instead of relief “Interesting” vs “useful” in the market How to filter ideas by budget and value Pre-selling, piloting, and defining outcomes Building a weekly cadence of real problem-solving Notable Takeaways: The market rewards utility, not hype. Noise feels safe because it avoids judgment. Real work changes something measurable. If you can’t tie it to revenue, cost, or risk, it’s fan fiction. Solve one problem so well it feels irresponsible not to pay for it. Suggested Reflections: What looks like progress but isn’t actually helping anyone? Can you tie your current work to money saved, earned, or risk reduced? Whose life got easier this week because of what you built? Are you chasing attention or solving pain? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “The market doesn’t reward interesting. It rewards useful.”

    3 min
  7. Day 124 - The Discipline of Listening First

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    Day 124 - The Discipline of Listening First

    Keywords listening, influence, communication, trust, understanding, leadership, conflict resolution, sales, psychological safety, effective communication Summary In this conversation, Guy Reams emphasizes the importance of active listening in effective communication. He discusses how understanding precedes influence and how leaders and salespeople can build trust by genuinely listening to others. The conversation highlights the need for patience and the discipline to pause before responding, which fosters clarity and psychological safety in discussions. Reams provides practical advice on how to improve listening skills to enhance relationships and resolve conflicts. Takeaways Real influence begins when you stop trying to be heard.Understanding comes before influence.Listening is not passive; it requires active work.Leaders who ask the best questions move teams forward.Salespeople who listen close deals more effectively.Arguments resolve when both sides seek to understand.Jumping in too soon breaks the connection in conversations.The fastest way to be persuasive is to listen deeply first.Before explaining, always ask for clarification.Discipline in listening moves conversations forward faster. Titles The Art of Listening: Unlocking InfluenceUnderstanding Through Listening: A Path to Trust Sound bites "Understanding comes before influence.""Listening is not passive.""Before you explain, ask." Chapters 00:00 The Discipline of Listening02:55 Understanding Before Influence05:47 Building Trust Through Active Listening

    7 min
  8. Day 123 - People Are Still the Most Important Ingredient

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    Day 123 - People Are Still the Most Important Ingredient

    Episode Theme: Why people matter more than tools in determining success. Key Topics: How the same tools produce different results in different teams Technology as a force multiplier—or expensive overhead Why alignment matters as much as technical skill Hiring for adaptability in early-stage ventures Wearing multiple hats and working in ambiguity The importance of chemistry and shared vision Why the team that gets you started may not be the team that helps you scale Limits of technology in judgment, trust, and resilience Viewing technology as a toolkit, not the craftsman Notable Takeaways: Tools amplify what people do, for better or worse. The right team makes technology leverage; the wrong team makes it liability. Curiosity and hustle often beat credentials in early stages. Culture and chemistry directly affect momentum. Growth requires reevaluating people as well as systems. Suggested Reflections: Are your tools empowering your people—or exposing misalignment? Who on your team is suited for where you’re going, not just where you are? Are you hiring for credentials or for adaptability and mission fit? What work still requires human judgment and trust? Memorable Line (Paraphrase): “Technology is the toolkit — people are the craftspeople.”

    3 min
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The 365 Commitment Podcast focuses on helping people make and keep life changing commitments.

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  • Création
    Guy Reams
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    716
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