Love vs Grind: Counterintuitive Path to Success

Love vs Grind: Counterintuitive Path to Success Host: Scott Smith Episode Description: Scott explores wanting success "bad enough" through personal experiences and an enlightening interview with Ann Beiler, founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. He discusses the reality of "the grind" and how passion transforms challenging work into meaningful pursuits. Key Takeaways: - True desire for success requires embracing difficulty rather than seeking easy paths - Sometimes, not knowing the challenges ahead can be beneficial for starting ambitious ventures - Following what you love naturally leads to success, even if the path isn't what you expected - Changing direction when passion doesn't align is better than forcing an unwanted path Featured Story: Ann Beiler, founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels, reveals she wouldn't have started if she knew the challenges ahead. Starting with a simple love for making people happy through food, she built an empire of 1,400 locations. The story concludes with a surprising twist - Ann prefers baking chocolate chip cookies over her famous pretzels. Scott's Three-Step Approach: 1. Verify you want your goal badly enough; change direction if needed 2. Focus on doing what you love rather than dwelling on difficulties 3. Accept that hard work is inevitable but doesn't feel like grinding when aligned with passion Memorable Quotes: "Thank God I didn't know what it was going to take because I would have never even started." - Ann Beiler "Your purpose for today is to get out there and go find your purpose." "Sometimes the things you love, they just sneak up on you." Connect With Scott: Search for The Daily Boost on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. #DailyBoost #Entrepreneurship #AuntieAnnes #SuccessMindset #BusinessMotivation #PurposeDriven Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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I’m Scott Smith, host of The Daily Boost. For nearly two decades, I've started each morning with people like you – ambitious, big-hearted individuals who refuse to settle for ordinary. In just the time it takes to enjoy your morning coffee, The Daily Boost delivers that BOOST you need to tackle your day with renewed purpose and energy. What makes the Daily Boost unique? I see life's challenges as disguised opportunities, and The Daily Boost helps you spot them! In every episode, we explore: Discovering what truly makes your heart sing. (and doing it!) Transform your hard-earned wisdom into meaningful impact AND income. Build simple, sustainable habits without overwhelming yourself. Connecting with a community that "gets it" and champions your journey. Turning your boldest dreams into real-world achievements. The Daily Boost energizes every dimension of your life with new episodes Monday through Friday. So grab your coffee and join me for The Daily Boost, where we help people with big hearts and bigger goals impact the world, one day at a time!