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Real Talk with GrowGetters Episode #06 with Anthony Trucks.
Identity shift is crucial because we cannot achieve or sustain goals or visions that surpass our current identity. Nevertheless, each of us has the innate ability to evolve into an identity that unlocks new levels of power, perspective, passion, and productivity.
In this episode, you get a behind-the-scenes look into the GrowGetters ONLY Collective, featuring our guest, Anthony Trucks, a former NFL athlete, American Ninja Warrior on NBC international speaker, host of the Aww Shift podcast, author of the “Identity Shift” book, and the founder of Identity Shift coaching. This was a member only Q+A.
In this Q+A, Anthony Trucks explores the powerful concept of “dark work,” which encompasses the behind-the-scenes efforts that fuel your success and optimize your identity for peak performance.
He discusses practical strategies for designing your own dark work through action mapping and illustrates how this approach can help you make substantial progress in your personal and professional life.
Anthony also shares what inspired him to focus on mind-shifting and reveals his most effective tool for overcoming limiting beliefs. Additionally, he offers valuable insights into his experiences with self-control.
Tune in to learn how leveraging small, consistent actions can build momentum and discover how to harness curious energy for personal growth.
During this episode, you will learn about:
[00:34] LST #76 w/ Anthony Trucks: https://realbusinessconnections.com/podcast/anthonytrucks/
[00:48] Join the growgetters community for just $1: https://growgettersonly.com/
[01:28] A quick bio of our guest, Anthony Trucks
[03:44] What is the meaning of “Dark Work”?
[04:22] Having the dominator’s identity
[05:24] The definition of your identity
[12:38] What prompted Anthony to focus on mind-shifting?
[14:15] What is Anthony’s most powerful tool for overcoming limiting beliefs?
[20:34] What are some examples of small actions you can take to build momentum?
[21:28] Designing your dark work through action mapping
[31:12] Anthony’s journey of learning to speak extemporaneously: The Nightly 90!! Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnthonyTrucks1
[41:37] How can you make the most of curious energy?
[43:24] What are some valuable resources for young people who are unsure of their direction and want to cultivate the right mindset to get on track?
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://bit.ly/46vhHyd
- Man’s Search for Meaning: https://bit.ly/4cgc2NH
[53:27] How to support and connect with Anthony Trucks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonytrucks/
[55:25] What is Anthony’s experience with self-control?
Key Takeaways:
- Dark work is the work you do in the dark that allows you to shine in the light. It’s how you optimize your identity for peak performance. [03:45]
- “What you create, the process creates you.” ~Anthony Trucks [04:13]
- You cannot attain or sustain any goal or vision in life that is above your current identity. [05:17]
- “Your identity is who you are when you are not thinking about who you are.” ~Anthony Trucks [05:28]
- All of us will find something difficult at first, but the goal makes it hard not to pursue. [09:24]
- “You don’t create the goal by looking at other people; you set your own scale.” ~Anthony Trucks [10:20]
- The higher people climb on the totem pole and identify as great people, the less likely they are to take on new things that might diminish their sense of awesomeness. [18:24]
- “The more we give to something, the more return we desire.” ~Anthony Trucks [20:38]
- “Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do; prove to them that you can do it.” [26:27]
- Sometimes, our job is not to water the seed but just to plant it. Other times, our job is not even to plant the seed; it’s to introduce them to someone who inspires us and can plant it. [47:21]
- There are people who will speak life into you, and when they do, you should embrace it and try to live by it, if possible.[51:40]
People Mentioned and Other Resources:
- Identity Shift: https://bit.ly/4frOSH7
- Tiny Habits: https://amzn.to/4flU6UK
- Atomic Habits: https://bit.ly/3A5eIQV
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://bit.ly/46vhHyd
- Man’s Search for Meaning: https://bit.ly/4cgc2NH
- Think and Grow Rich: https://bit.ly/3Sv8ArC
- Spark: https://bit.ly/46DufE0
Keep In Touch w/ Anthony Trucks:
Website: https://www.anthonytrucks.com/
Twitter: https://x.com/AnthonyTrucks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonytrucks/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/AnthonyTrucks/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AnthonyTrucks
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