25 Lessons in 25 Years: Lessons #1–10 | Ep. 448 (Your Next Chapter Starts Now Series Part 2)

We are about to drop some wisdom today! It’s amazing how much you learn over two and half decades of life. For today’s episode, I was reflecting on 25-years in the brick & mortar space and the many lessons I’ve learned in the fitness, coaching, sports, and business world and woah…I came up with a lot. These lessons are hard-fought, soul-earned wisdom that life, business, and faith have taught me over a quarter century in the trenches. Today, I’m sharing 10 of my 25+ lessons learned over 25 years. Some will hit quick and sharp. Others will go deep. But each one is designed to help you reflect, refocus, and reignite as you write your own next chapter. I’m hoping at least 1, 2, or 3 of these really resonate deeply with you and where you are at in your journey of life. Let’s dive into my first 10-Lessons (and some of the crazy stories) I want to share with you on today’s episode: LESSON #1: YOU GOTTA START. LESSON #2: BE THE MOST POSITIVE PERSON YOU KNOW. LESSON #3: LOSSES REMIND YOU OF THE FRAGILITY OF LIFE. LESSON #4: IF THERE’S A FORK IN THE ROAD, TAKE IT. LESSON #5: WHEN YOU’RE MAKING FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS, YOUR REVENUES ARE OFTEN HALF OF WHAT YOU PROJECT…AND YOUR EXPENSES ARE OFTEN DOUBLE. LESSON #6: DREAM BIG, START SMALL, AND WORK YOUR BUTT OFF. LESSON #7: TAKE RISKS, DON’T BE AFRAID TO FAIL, AND USE FEAR AS FUEL. LESSON #8: WALKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE MESS IS UNCOMFORTABLE. LESSON #9: THERE IS NOTHING LIKE LIVE EVENTS. LESSON #10: PRIORITIZE FAMILY. These are the first 10 of my 25+ lessons in 25 years. Which one hit you the hardest? Which one speaks to your soul right now? Which one resonated deepest? Screenshot it, share it on your social media, and tag me — I want to know what lesson is driving your next chapter. Also, if this episode spoke to you, please share it forward. Send it to a friend, teammate, colleague, or fellow leader who’s writing their own next chapter and needs some encouragement today. Or post it to your story, tag me, and let’s celebrate the growth together. IG: @ToddDurkin   #ToddDurkin #ImpactShow #NextChapter #GetYourMindRight #Leadership #Faith #Motivation #PersonalGrowth #Impact P.S. #1. Are you ready to become a Todd Durkin IMPACT Life-Coach? We recently released all the information to become a fully certified Todd Durkin IMPACT Life Coach. And it starts Oct 19th . This is a 6-month program that prepares you to coach in our system so that you can be part-time or full-time Life Coach.  You can get all the information for the program here: www.ToddDurkin.com Again, the program starts October 19th and we are currently taking applications and registrations NOW. Check it out TODAY. P.S. #2 Become a Certified ‘GET YOUR MIND RIGHT’ Mindset Coach TODAY If you’re a coach, parent, or mentor who wants to raise confident, focused, resilient athletes — this is the course & certification you’ve been waiting for. The “Get Your Mind Right Mindset Coaching Certification” is in full-effect and waiting for your participation. Built by myself and Andrew Simpson — and powered by TeamBuildr — this certification gives you elite tools to coach the mental game like never before. We cover topics such as: Mental toughness & reset frameworks Real scripts & strategies for confidence and composure Visualization, journaling & breathwork systems Tools you can use TODAY — on the field, in the gym, or in life Plus 2 months FREE in our private Mindset Coach Community This is how you build athletes for life. This is how you create lasting impact through sport. Get certified now at: www.gymrcoaching.com P.S #3 Ready to join me in Montana in November for what will be an absolutely game-changing, epic experience at the Todd Durkin Annual Mountain Retreat? Want to go deeper on business, leadership and life and create even more success and significance? Ready to further IGNITE your passion, purpose, and IMPACT? If so, then join me for our 2025 Annual Mountain Retreat in Whitefish, Montana, November 13–16, 2025. This 2.5-day retreat is for ALL purpose-driven leaders, high-performers, fitness enthusiasts/professionals, and visionaries who are ready to dream big, expand their legacy, step into their next chapter with clarity and power…and be ready to be IGNITED with more passion, purpose, and IMPACT!! Save your spot NOW at: www.ToddDurkin.com/mountainretreat2025