
- January 13, 2026
84. Comfort Zone or Prison Cell?
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Your comfort zone is the biggest barrier to growth. In this episode, we dive into why staying in your comfort zone is the main thing holding you back from achieving your goals. It’s like a prison cell. It’s time to get out on parole.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
🔹 Why the comfort zone is actually a trap for growth
🔹 How to challenge yourself and your team to embrace discomfort
🔹 The leadership habits that encourage bold, transformative action
If you’re ready to leave your comfort zone behind, this episode is your guide.
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Show Notes
[00:00] Introduction
[00:41] Your Comfort Zone
[02:11] Running Nowhere Fast
[02:56] A Lesson About Running Away
[04:12] Justifying Your Unhappiness
[04:48] The Prison of The Comfort Zone
[05:42] The Prison Cell of Comfort
[06:43] Running Away
[07:52] Is It Time for You to Run?


