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On todays episode I’m talking about a recent hiking trip I took in the Catskill Mountains. Hiking can teach us a lot about how to deal with the problems of today however it can also be a very valuable tool to help make sure we have a better tomorrow.    Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com 

With COVID, Russia invading Ukraine and massive inflation on the horizon; it's time to get your financial house in order. You can't prepare for a recession once one has hit.  On todays podcast I’ll give you some simple things to do to reduce your risk before its too late!    0:00   -  Intro  0 :45  - The 2008 recession   1:30    - Warning signs to be aware of   2:30   - My story leading up to the 2008 recession    5:30   - The cause of the 2008 recession   8:00   - The perfect industry   9:30   - And then there was COVID 10:00  - Massive Inflation 12:00  - Supply and Demand 13:40  - We shopped and shopped  14:30  - Causes and effects of Inflation 15:30  -  What we can do about recession   16:00  -  The signs of a recession 18:45  -  Don’t overreact  19:15   - Take inventory of your auto payments 20:00  - Increase funds to the emergency fund 21:00  - Watch the market and the rich people  21:45  -  Pay off your debts as much as possible  24:25  - Conclusion         Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com 

On today's Sharp Focus Podcast episode I’m going to discuss one of the key ingredients of success. Without self discipline you have to rely on luck and I don’t know about you but I don’t want to count on luck because mine isn’t the best sometimes. You don’t have to count on luck if you build self discipline in your life. On todays show I’ll give you some practical actionable tips to improve your self discipline on your journey to success.    0:00   -  Intro 3:50   - The moment in life when self discipline really starts mattering 4:25   - The difference between successful people and unsuccessful people  4:45   - The different kinds of support 6:00   - Single parents in regards to providing support to their kids 7:25    - If it were easy, everyone would do it 10:20  - Building discipline in your life 11:00   - Short term goals 13:10   - Long term goals 16:30  - Routines are key 18:00  - Accountability  20:10  - Summary and Conclusion      Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com 

On today's Sharp Focus Podcast episode we're talking about Elon Musk and his recent purchase on Twitter. Who is the type of person that can make big moves like this? What does it take to be able-to execute such an ambitious plan, as well as why he made this decision in first place! 0:00   -  Intro 0:45   -  Breaking News - Elon Musk is buying Twitter 4:25   -  Elon’s exposure  5:30   -  Social media censorship  7:45   -  Risk and Reward 9:10   -  Housing bubble of 2008 15:00 -  You should just buy me out 16:45 - Controlled risk is vital to success 18:00 - Hiring people 19:30 - Overcoming the risk 20:30 - Your not going to always win 21:30 -  Conclusion Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com 

On todays episode of Sharp Focus we’re diving into my top 5 methods for handling negative nasty people. In my businesses, personal life, and everything else dealing with people is the hardest thing to master. Its also the most important in order to achieve success. I’ll give you some pointers on how to handle negative people so you can find success in what you do much easier.    0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Stay Positive 4:25 - Customer is not always right 8:00 - From their shoes 9:40 - Blame 10:40 - Look in the mirror 12:30 - Wrap Up   Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com 

On Todays Episode I’m going to drop some knowledge bombs on you about how you should diversify your investments. Far to often topics like this can be so vague but not on Sharp Focus. Your going to get some specific actionable suggestions that you can apply to your investment strategy. Don’t have a investment strategy? No Problem, we have you covered there as well with some simple but important steps to help you develop recession proof investments.  Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com    Thank You!

Season 3 Ep. 66  On this episode we're discussing start up businesses and the entrepreneurs it takes to start them. I'll give you some insight on who can become an entrepreneur as well as debunk some popular statistics. One of the key assets to becoming an entrepreneur in todays world is technology and we'll discuss the advantages it provides.   Your support is my inspiration and push to reach more people. Please leave a great rating and feedback in the podcasting platform you’re using. Another way to really help support Sharp Focus is by listening to other episodes and sharing those episodes with your friends, family, as well as on your social media pages.    I would appreciate your support by visiting my other platforms like… My website: www.mikewilley.com  My YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw My Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photography  My email address: mike@mikewilley.com  Music and Sound is provided by: www.epidemicsound.com    Thank You!

Season 3 Ep. 65 The world has gone crazy. Gas is up to $4.25 in Delaware and Russia is invading other countries. In this episode we're going to take a look at why Putin is so dangerous.    Your support is so important to the success of this podcast so all I ask is that you listen and share.  www.mikewilley.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw

Season 3 Ep. 64 No Idea Where That Came From - In todays episode we'll explore those thoughts and words that seem to come out of no where. Are they real? Do they have meaning? Should you embrace them or try to get rid of them? Lets talk about it.    Your support is so important to the success of this podcast so all I ask is that you listen and share.  www.mikewilley.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw

Season 3 Ep. 63 How To Find Peace In this episode I'll tell you how my son ended up in the hospital and we'll talk about how we can find peace during the storms of life. This one is powerful, check it out.  Your support is so important to the success of this podcast so all I ask is that you listen and share.  www.mikewilley.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw

Season 3 Ep. 62 - Fear is one of the strongest emotions humans or any species experiences. In order to overcome fear you have to know how to use the one thing thats stronger than any fear. In this episode we'll discuss it. www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy

Season 3 Ep. 61 - The problem with COVID is so many things don't add up. In this episode I'll discuss how to get to the bottom of most issues in order to find the truth.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy

Season 3 Ep. 60 - In this episode we're going to discuss how our small moments could mean everything to someone else.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy

Season 2 Ep. 56 - Hard times are inevitable. In todays episode we'll discuss some tips to help you get through the hard times.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 55 - Everyone wants to be the best in their industry but not everyone is ready to handle the cost. On todays episode we're going to discuss what the cost is so you can see if your ready to be on top. www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 54 - Each day presents its own unique opportunities and challenges. In todays episode we're talking about how to get the most out of each day. www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 53 - On todays episode of Sharp Focus we are discussing the one thing that holds most people back from accomplishing their goals in life.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 52 - On todays episode of Sharp Focus we are talking about why we shouldn't be overly concerned about all the craziness in the news and how to condition our thinking to handle the extremes a little easier.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 51 - Traveling during the COVID pandemic is completely unpredictable. Whats traveling during COVID like and what kind of traveling should we do or should we avoid all travel? Let talk about it.  www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com

Season 2 Ep. 50 - Today we're talking about the key to getting through hard times and rough days and keeping things in perspective. www.mikewilley.com www.instagram.com/mikewilley.photograhpy https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQEMBeZw6qFmFeS7hEESgiw music provided by www.epidemicsound.com