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  • Jeff Sarris

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    09.07.23

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    Doing vs Done-ing

    Art is ephemeral.

    What you’ve done doesn’t matter.

    What you DO is everything.

    Like it or not, “What’s next?” is the most important question.

    But it must be answered well before it’s asked.

    Otherwise you’re no longer an artist taking us on a journey.

    We’re just passengers asking to be dropped somewhere…anywhere.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    08.08.23

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    What is MAVEN? Podcast

    The simple way to stop procrastinating

    This week, we talk about systems, friction, and how to overcome what’s holding you back.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    08.07.23

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    Audience of Ones

    You don’t need an audience of millions, thousands, or even hundreds to have a thriving business.

    You can also be wildly successful with an audience of ones.

    Just build accordingly.

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  • Amara Andrew

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    08.02.23

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    What is MAVEN? Podcast

    The Car Episode: Bad Audio, Bodacious Habits

    This week, we’re sticking with our podcast habit by recording from the car. We had an audio snafu, but that won’t stop us.

    We talk about why your habits aren’t sticking, how to successfully build positive habits, and how to stay motivated.

    https://youtu.be/GHpF6tP-vw8

    Find What is MAVEN? in your favorite podcast app.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    07.21.23

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    Motivation

    Everything is made up, nothing matters

    Everything is made up, nothing matters

    I constantly talk to people who aren’t doing their thing because: excuses.

    Then I invariably say, “Everything’s made up and nothing matters.”

    Then they laugh.

    They always laugh.

    Not because it’s funny.

    But because it’s uncomfortable.
    And because they know it’s true.

    Don’t let fear of judgment or the opinions of others hold you back.

    Everything is made up.
    Nothing matters.

    Just do the thing.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    07.19.23

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    Learn from the next, not the best

    Always consider who you’re emulating.

    Someone a few steps ahead is growing because of their actions.

    Someone already wildly successful or famous can be doing so despite them.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    07.18.23

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    How to be unstoppable

    Remember:
    You don’t know what you don’t know.

    Stay curious.

    Explore your interests, but also explore the void of the unknown.

    Do this forever.

    The connections you make will be uniquely yours.

    And you’ll be unstoppable.

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  • Amara Andrew

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    06.24.23

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    What I ate last night – episode 003 (taco night!)

    It’s taco night in our household! We’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free, so we’re very particular about the products we use. Below, I’m including a list of everything we use and how to prepare it all. 🙂

    Ingredients

    These are affiliate links meaning I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. 🙂

    Steak marinade:

    • 2 lbs. Grass-fed steak
    • 3 cloves, Garlic
    • 2 tsp. Garlic powder
    • 2 tsp. Onion powder
    • 1 tsp. Black pepper
    • 1/4 cup lime juice
    • 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil
    • 1/2 tsp. Salt

    Spanish cauliflower rice:

    • 1 – 24 oz. bag frozen Riced cauliflower
    • 3/4 cup Salsa
    • 3/4 cup Chicken broth
    • 2 tsp. Garlic powder
    • 1 tsp. Onion powder
    • 1/2 tsp. Black pepper
    • 2 tsp. Tajín

    Taco fixins:

    • 1 package Siete soft shell tortillas
    • Romaine lettuce
    • Salsa verde
    • Cholula hot sauce
    • Rice
    • Onion
    • Guacamole (Avocado, garlic, lime, and salt)

    Directions

    1. Combine all steak marinade ingredients in a glass container large enough for your steak. Marinate for at least 3 hours, preferable 24 hours.
    2. Remove your marinated steak from the fridge at least 30 minutes before cooking.
    3. Roughly chop your romaine lettuce. Set aside in a container.
    4. Finely dice your onion. Set aside in a container.
    5. Make your guacamole by combining your avocado, garlic, lime, and salt in a bowl.
    6. To make your cauliflower rice, heat about 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
    7. Next, add your riced cauliflower. Let cook for 3-4 minutes.
    8. Then, add the chicken broth, salsa, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and Tajín. Stir to combine and then cover with a lid.
    9. Let your cauliflower rice cook for 30 minutes, stirring occassionally.
    10. While your cauliflower rice is cooking, start heating up your tortillas in a pan over medium-high heat. I store mine in a towel to keep warm until ready to serve.
    11. To cook your steak, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat in a pan.
    12. Once warmed up, add your steak and cook for about 5 minutes on each side. Flip as needed until cooked.
    13. Serve all together and enjoy!
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  • Jeff Sarris

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    06.24.23

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    Motivation

    To optimize for learning

    Consumption is not learning.

    To optimize for learning and growth is to optimize for down time and contemplation.

    A 2x speed audiobook or podcast is only as valuable as the subsequent time spent in silence.

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  • Jeff Sarris

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    06.17.23

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    Motivation

    Skip the Line

    The greats didn’t wait in line.

    They chose to skip it altogether.

    Doing things the way they’ve always been done is a long path to mediocrity.

    Join the pack or lead it.
    You can’t do both.

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