Tag: professional development

E 206 – How Are You Showing Up?

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We’re bringing back a favorite conversation with Michael Scovel—one packed with practical lessons on preparation, self-awareness, communication, and how you show up when the moment matters.

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Wes and Justin revisit a conversation with Mike about what makes someone stand out when everyone else has similar qualifications. What begins as a discussion about job interviews quickly reveals lessons that apply just as much to client meetings, hiring, leadership, and everyday communication.

They explore why preparation creates confidence, how your response to feedback can reveal your coachability, and why being concise and aware of social cues matters more than you might realize. Mike also shares why gratitude is one of the most important qualities he looks for in people—and why the best professional relationships work both ways.

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E184-The Beautiful Savage: Ambition, Gratitude, and the Resistance Between

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What if the tension you feel between ambition and contentment isn’t a problem—but a signal you’re built for more?

In this episode of From Busy to Rich, Justin Lakin sits down with Wes Young to unpack the ideas behind his new book, Beautiful Savage.

They explore why high performers often feel the pull toward “what’s next,” how to balance ambition with gratitude, and why the real challenge isn’t learning—it’s applying.

You’ll also hear how fear shows up in the process of growth, why most people avoid making new things normal, and how to push through resistance to create a more meaningful life.

If you’ve ever felt driven but conflicted, this conversation will help you reframe that tension—and use it as fuel.

In This Episode We Cover:

  • The Entrepreneur’s Paradox—and why ambition doesn’t conflict with contentment
  • The concept of a “Beautiful Savage”: ambition, gratitude, and persistence
  • Why most people recognize patterns—but fail to apply them
  • The three forms of resistance that prevent growth (including fear)
  • How to reframe fear as fuel instead of a barrier
  • Why making “new things normal” is the key to transformation 

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