In this episode, I break down the two biggest reasons most people fail—ignorance and ineptitude—and why the second one is more dangerous than we realize. Ignorance means you don’t know what you don’t know. Ineptitude? That’s when you know what you should be doing… and you still don’t do it.

This one’s a gut check. Are you stuck because you’re missing knowledge—or because you’re not taking action?

If you’re serious about building the life you say you want, you need to hear this.

Key Topics Covered:

• The difference between ignorance and ineptitude
• How dangerous it is to know better but not do better
• The habits that quietly kill your dreams
• The simplest mindset shift to move from stuck to forward

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In this final part, Cory G and I break down the real behind-the-scenes story—how this insane project almost never happened, how doubt almost killed it, and how belief, vision, and community brought it to life.

We go deep on what it means to bet on yourself when everything says not to. Cory shares the exact mindset shifts, financial strategy, and lessons learned from taking the craziest leap of his life… and why it worked out better than he ever imagined.

It’s about way more than buying an island. It’s about building something bigger than yourself—and leaving behind something that matters.

Key Topics:

• The power of reflection and why your past builds your future
• How the law of attraction and daydreaming created real opportunities
• Why value given without expectation always finds its way back
• Building wealth through legacy, not just dollars

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#IronAndInfrastructure #MuscleIsland #UnlockGreatness #CoryG #JacobEmery #LegacyOverLuxury #BetOnYourself #LawOfAttraction #BuildWithPurpose #LeaveYourMark #EntrepreneurMindset #SelfBelief #VisionAndGrit

In this episode, I talk about something that’s completely changed the way I show up every day: the law of attraction. I break down why your mind is like a magnet and how what you focus on—good or bad—is exactly what you’ll start to see more of. I share how choosing gratitude, keeping a positive mindset, and believing in the outcome can shift not just your results, but who you become in the process. This is the reminder we all need: you're either feeding faith or feeding fear. And that choice is always yours.

Let’s unlock greatness—together.

Key Topics:

• The mindset shift that makes or breaks your momentum
• How your thoughts directly shape your outcomes
• Why you must become the person you want to attract
• Faith vs. fear: which one are you feeding daily?
• Simple mental reframes that shift your whole day

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#IronAndInfrastructure #UnlockGreatness #LawOfAttraction #MindsetMatters #PositiveThinking #FocusAndWin #FaithOverFear #PersonalGrowth #DisciplineAndDirection #BuildYourLife #SuccessMindset #IntentionalLiving

Part 2 with Cory G picks up right where we left off—but this one hits deeper. We talk about the weight of leadership, the pressure that never turns off, and how building something great means staying consistent through chaos. Cory opens up about legacy, delayed gratification, and the reality of being misunderstood when you carry discipline into every room.

This episode is for anyone chasing growth—whether you're leading a team, building a brand, or just trying to level up in life. The lessons here hit on every level.

Key Topics:

• Generational legacy and the responsibility to lead
• The burden and privilege of pressure as an entrepreneur
• The real cost of building something meaningful
• Building authentic brand equity over time

#BuiltDifferent #CoryGregory #EntrepreneurMindset #LeadershipPressure #DisciplineOverMotivation #LegacyBuilders #IronAndInfrastructure #DelayedGratification #FitnessAndBusiness #AuthenticBranding #InTheArena #PersonalGrowthJourney #PodcastClip #MuscleIsland

I used to think I needed the perfect moment, the perfect plan, or the perfect product before I could take action. But chasing perfection only kept me stuck. In this episode, I’m breaking down why “progress, not perfection” is one of the most powerful mindsets you can adopt — especially if you're building something from the ground up. Whether it's your business, your fitness, or your life, this episode is your permission to stop hesitating and start moving forward with high expectations — not perfectionism.

Key Topics:

• Why perfection is an illusion and not the goal
• The critical difference between perfectionism and high standards
• How perfectionism leads to procrastination and self-sabotage
• Why now is the perfect time to start — even if it’s messy

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#IronAndInfrastructure #ProgressNotPerfection #StartNow #TakeTheLeap #HighStandards #NoPerfectMoment #BuilderMindset #SelfDiscipline #OvercomeProcrastination #LeadershipTools

What does it really take to build something legendary — through the struggle, the unknown, and the doubt? In this episode, I sat down with Cory Gregory, one of the most disciplined, locked-in people I’ve ever known. We dove into adversity, building with purpose, and why high standards aren’t about perfection — they’re about living with intent. From entrepreneurship and fatherhood to mindset and fitness, this one will leave you thinking differently about what you’re capable of.

Key Topics:

• The discipline that comes before adversity — and why it matters
• How generational leadership starts with daily intentionality
• The cost of inaction vs. the power of imperfect execution
• Perfectionism vs. expectation — and how to avoid the trap
• Raising kids by example and building generational momentum

#IronAndInfrastructure #CoryGregory #DisciplineEqualsFreedom #NoSnooze #EntrepreneurMindset #BuiltDifferent #LegacyBuilders #PersonalGrowthJourney #GenerationalGreatness #MaxEffortMuscle #UnlockingGreatness

In this episode, I dive into one of the biggest game-changers in my life and journey: investing in myself. I share how betting on my own growth — even when I was early and unsure — completely shifted my confidence, mindset, and trajectory. It’s not just about spending money; it’s about raising your self-worth before you even begin. I also break down why the right community can accelerate your growth and how even bad experiences can become powerful lessons. If you’re waiting for a sign to start betting on yourself, this is it. Let’s unlock greatness — together.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why investing in yourself is the first step toward real change
• The mindset shift that happens when you bet on your own growth
• How surrounding yourself with a winning community elevates you
• Knowing the difference between an investment and a cost

#UnlockingGreatness #InvestInYourself #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift ##SelfBelief #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #UnlockYourPotential #IronAndInfrastructurePodcast

This week I sat down with my 4AM crew homie, firefighter, and friend Kevin McFarland—aka K-Mack. This episode is one of the most powerful we’ve done. Kevin opens up about being blindsided by a cancer diagnosis, undergoing life-altering surgery, and still showing up with grit, gratitude, and growth. We talk about his comeback journey, the mental battles no one else can fight for you, and what real success actually looks like.

Key Topics:

• The power of mindset in recovery and adversity
• Showing up when it would be easier to shut down
• Why “what you focus on expands”
• "Improve, not prove" - personal growth and fulfillment

#IronAndInfrastructure #KevinMcFarland #FirefighterStories #ComebackSeason #MindsetMatters #AdversityToAdvantage #4AMCrew #RealConversations #PurposeDriven #MentalToughness #OvercomingCancer #LeadByExample #ImproveNotProve ##FaithOverFear #LifeLessons #SuccessRedefined