EPISODE #150! Throw Your Hat Over The Wall: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Success

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In this landmark 150th episode, the roles reverse as Dave Dick interviews Brian Bosley about the evolution of the Bamboo Lab Podcast and the man behind the microphone. What unfolds is a captivating journey through triumph, struggle, and revelation.

Brian opens up about a surprising challenge that emerged when his podcast reached the top 10% globally—how success triggered impostor syndrome and led him to obsessively track metrics rather than impact. "I felt gross because the intent was to share wisdom around the world, and all of a sudden that took second row to the numbers," Brian confesses. This wake-up call prompted a two-month hiatus to recalibrate his purpose, offering listeners a masterclass in recognizing when achievement becomes a trap rather than a triumph.

The conversation delves into Brian's coaching philosophy, illuminating the crucial distinction between fear of failure and fear of success. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights gleaned from 29 years of coaching, Brian articulates why seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness, and identifies the three pivotal moments when coaching becomes transformative: when starting something new, when stuck on the hamster wheel, or when successful but sensing untapped potential. His "hat over the wall" metaphor perfectly captures the courage required to commit to growth—creating a situation where you must act because there's no turning back.

Looking forward, Brian unveils exciting plans to bridge the gap between his one-on-one coaching and the podcast audience, including video content, a subscription-based "Mug Club" featuring live expert sessions, and mastermind groups. These innovations spring from Brian's mission to create meaningful connection at every level of personal development.

Ready to jump off the hamster wheel and soar? Email [email protected] to learn more about these upcoming opportunities or to suggest topics for future sessions. After all, as Brian's journey proves, sometimes throwing your hat over the wall is exactly what's needed to discover what awaits on the other side.

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