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Early to Rise Radio

Craig Ballantyne 20 Episodes Sep 29, 2026

Early to Rise Radio is a self-improvement and success podcast hosted by Craig Ballantyne. The show explores daily habits and routines of high performers, focusing on achieving wealth, health, wisdom, and more free time without sacrificing personal life. Episodes feature practical advice and insights for becoming more successful in a balanced way. The podcast is affiliated with the Perfect Day Formula program.

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482 – How to Build an AI That Runs Your Business Sep 29, 2026 19:46 What if you could build an AI system that helps your business make more money, gives you back your time, and allows your team to get more done without working more? In this episode, I sit down with Early to Rise Director of AI Galel Fajardo to break down exactly how business owners can start using AI without getting overwhelmed by all the tools and terminology. We cover how to identify the lo

481 – The ONE Bottleneck Holding Your Business Back Sep 21, 2026 42:09 What if one single bottleneck is responsible for most of the problems holding your business back? In this episode, I break down my Breakthrough Room formula for identifying the #1 constraint limiting your growth and putting a Level 10 effort into solving your Level 10 problem. I’ll show you how to separate data from drama, define exactly what success looks like, generate better solutions, and

480 – 5 Keys To Becoming UNSTOPPABLE In Business & Life Sep 14, 2026 24:22 What if becoming unstoppable isn’t about doing more—but actually doing less of the things that are keeping you stuck? In this episode, I share the five keys that helped me escape the workaholic lifestyle I created for myself and build a successful business while gaining more freedom for my family and the things that matter most. I’ll show you why doing fewer things, ruthlessly saying no, aski

479 – Your Morning Routine Is Costing You Millions Sep 10, 2026 24:11 What if the first hour of my day could be worth more than the other 15 hours I spend working? In this episode, I share why I believe most entrepreneurs don’t have a productivity problem—they have a protection problem, and their most valuable hours are constantly being stolen by email, notifications, meetings, and low-value tasks. I’ll show you how I identify my personal “Money Hour,” protect

478 – 7 Success Lies Gurus Keep Telling You (That Are Holding You Back) Aug 31, 2026 16:12 What if some of the most popular advice from today’s gurus is actually keeping you from making more money, getting more done, and enjoying your life? In this no-holds-barred episode, Craig Ballantyne challenges seven common success clichés—from “get 1% better every day” to the infamous 5 AM Club—and explains why blindly following them can leave you busy without actually moving forward. You’ll

477 – The 5 Life Hacks the 1% Use to Get More Done Aug 21, 2026 34:01 What if the key to making more money and getting more done isn’t better time management—but designing your life so the right things become almost automatic? In this episode, Craig Ballantyne reveals the systems and “life hacks” he has used for 20 years to increase productivity, build businesses, and create more freedom without relying on willpower. You’ll learn how to

476 – 10 Books That Will Make You Richer, Smarter & More Productive Aug 10, 2026 13:33 What if the difference between struggling and scaling isn’t another strategy—but the books that shape the way you think? In this episode, I share the 10 books that had the biggest impact on my journey from building businesses to coaching hundreds of entrepreneurs to millionaire status, along with the single most valuable lesson I took from each one. You’ll discover how to sell mor

475 – The 3 Things Stopping You From Reaching the Next Level Jul 13, 2026 25:16 What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t a lack of strategy—but the invisible habits, beliefs, and relationships that are quietly draining your potential? In this episode, I reveal the three shifts that took me from crippling anxiety and self-sabotage to building a multimillion-dollar business without sacrificing my health or family. You’ll discover why success i

474 – If You’re Under 30, Read These 5 Books Jul 6, 2026 11:35 What if the next chapter of your business starts with the next book you read? In this episode, I share the five books that completely transformed the way I think about discipline, leadership, wealth, and productivity—and why I wish someone had handed them to me at 25. You’ll discover the simple mindset shifts that helped me overcome anxiety, build better habits five minutes at a time, a

473 – What If ADHD Is Actually Your Superpower? Jun 29, 2026 46:09 Most people see ADHD as a limitation—but what if it’s actually one of the greatest advantages an entrepreneur can have? In this episode, I sit down with Craig Ballantyne to explore how high-performing founders can harness the unique strengths of the ADHD brain instead of constantly fighting against it. We dive into practical strategies for improving focus, eliminating distractions, prot

472 – 10 Life-Changing Lessons I Wish I Knew at 25! Jun 22, 2026 28:13 In this episode of Early to Rise, I share 10 invaluable lessons I wish I could impart to my younger self for greater success and happiness. From cutting back on drinking to embracing the transformative power of stoicism, these insights are designed to help you navigate life’s challenges more effectively. Whether you’re in your twenties… The post 472 – 10 Life-Changing Lessons I Wish I Knew at 25!

471 – 2026 Business Trends: Alpha vs. Beta – What You Need to Know! Jun 16, 2026 32:26 In this episode of Early to Rise, I unveil the best and worst business opportunities for 2026 and 2027 in the age of AI. Join me as I dissect the crucial decision-making process between alpha and beta orientations, emphasizing why choosing the right path is vital for your success. Discover the five essential assets that… The post 471 – 2026 Business Trends: Alpha vs. Beta – What You Need to Know!

470 – Unlocking Success: How to Work Less, Earn More, and Boost Productivity May 26, 2026 1:09:24 In this engaging episode of the Founders Garage podcast, host Craig Ballantine shares transformative insights from his journey coaching over 250 entrepreneurs to millionaire success. Discover how to escape the overwhelm of daily distractions and harness the power of discipline to achieve greater productivity—all while working less. Craig emphasizes the importance of removing negative habits… The p

469 – Why Working Harder Is Sabotaging Your Business (Do This Instead) May 18, 2026 48:41 In this episode, I sit down with Craig Ballantyne, the man known as the world’s most disciplined individual, to uncover strategies that can help you elevate your income while working less. Craig shares his insights on defining personal discipline and maintaining focus in a world full of distractions. You’ll learn how subtracting unnecessary habits can… The post 469 – Why Working Harder Is Sabotagi

468 – Why You’re Working Hard and Going Nowhere (Fix This First) May 11, 2026 37:39 What if the same decision-making system used by fighter pilots in the Vietnam War is the exact framework separating 7-figure CEOs from entrepreneurs spinning their wheels? In this episode, Craig Ballantyne pulls back the curtain on the presentation he delivers exclusively to his $40,000-a-year mastermind members — and reveals why most business owners are working… The post 468 – Why You’re Working

467 – The Hidden Rules of Wealth May 4, 2026 57:28 What if the reason you’re not making more money has nothing to do with effort—but the rules you’re playing by? In this episode, I break down the fundamental differences between how wealthy people think, decide, and operate compared to everyone else. I share the hidden patterns and behaviors that quietly keep most entrepreneurs stuck working… The post 467 – The Hidden Rules of Wealth appeared first

466 – 6 High Income Skills You Need in 2026 Apr 27, 2026 30:22 If I had to start over today, these are the six high-income skills I would master to build wealth, freedom, and a better life faster. In this episode, I break down the exact skills that helped me grow multiple 7-figure businesses—and why most people are focusing on the wrong ones. You’ll discover why copywriting is… The post 466 – 6 High Income Skills You Need in 2026 appeared first on Early To Ri

465 – How to Create Your Own Reality (Most People Never Do This) Apr 20, 2026 20:12 What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t strategy—but the invisible rules you’ve been living by your entire life? In this episode, I break down how I stopped forcing outcomes and started “creating my own reality” by aligning my mindset, vision, and daily decisions with what I actually wanted. I share the hidden patterns—like… The post 465 – How to Create Your Own Reality (Most People Never

464 – What Your Life Will Look Like In 2027 With AI Apr 13, 2026 34:52 Everyone’s talking about AI—but almost nobody is showing you what your actual life could look like just one year from now if you use it right. In this episode, I walk you through a real day in 2027, where AI handles your busywork, multiplies your output, and gives you back hours of your life every… The post 464 – What Your Life Will Look Like In 2027 With AI appeared first on Early To Rise.

463 – 7 Cheat Codes I Wish I Knew in My 20s Apr 6, 2026 17:56 I’m 50 now, and in this episode I share the seven cheat codes I wish I knew in my 20s that would have made me more money, improved my health, and helped me build the life I wanted faster. I break down why success always lives on the other side of resistance—and how doing the… The post 463 – 7 Cheat Codes I Wish I Knew in My 20s appeared first on Early To Rise.

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