This Is Gonna Hurt - The Podcast Of J. Gordon Duncan

Thanks for watching and listening!In the episode, I share insights from this past weekend's 24-Hour Ultra. Just 7 hours since crossing the line, I share what I expected, my fueling and racing strategy, as well as some crazy things along the way.Thanks for watching and listening!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share the power of running toward the hard thing. It’s about what happens when:• You choose a hard thing on purpose• You tie your goals to someone else’s growth• You stop chasing comfort and start chasing contributionWe talk about why discomfort sharpens identity, how service fuels discipline, and why small, collective actions create real impact.If you’ve been looking for a reason to stretch yourself — or a way to be part of something that matters — this conversation is for you.The miles will be run either way.The only question is whether you want to help turn them into momentum for someone else.

Effort Is Up. Revenue Is Flat.More content. More networking. More consistency.And somehow… the same revenue.In this episode of Capitalize Your Best, I break down why revenue plateaus happen even when you’re doing “all the right things” and why the fix usually has nothing to do with working harder.I share the patterns I see across:Small businesses stuck around $100k–$250kEstablished companies stalled at $3–$5MAnd my own experience rebuilding a career from scratch later in lifeIf effort alone solved growth, most people wouldn’t feel stuck.This episode is about clarity:Who you’re really building forWhat actually drives progressAnd why activity without direction creates noise, not momentumIf you’ve felt the frustration of doing more without seeing more, this one’s for you.

Thanks for watching and listening!This past weekend, I was fortunate to spend time with my mentor, and the 3 lessons I learned will be helpful to you as you either look for or spend time with your mentor.Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share my personal productivity schedule with listeners, detailing how I structure my days across four podcasts, coaching calls, and various business activities. I share my Monday-to-Friday routine of waking up at 4:15 AM, running, and following a structured schedule that includes time for client work, marketing, and personal development. I also outline my Saturday schedule, which includes a long run and content scheduling for the entire week, while maintaining flexibility for meetings and client needs. My emphasis is on the importance of discipline in creating freedom and encouraging you to adopt a similar structured approach to achieve your goals.I hope you enjoy this, and let me know what you think!

Thanks for watching and listening!Spring is only 30 days away, and this episode will give you 3 things to consider to have the Spring of your dreams!Spring is the new New Years!Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I interview Tuan Nguyen, CEO of Premier Excel Coaching and author of "Prison to Purpose". Tuan shares with us his journey from prison to multi-million dollar coach, to his dream of leading the largest leadership movement that the American prison system has ever witnessed. Learn more about what he is doing at ⁠https://bit.ly/prisontopurposebook⁠Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share 3 things that happen to you when you go "all in" to achieve your dreams. Some of these might surprise you, so check them out and let me know what you think!Reach out if you would like to learn about our Capitalize Your Best Community, Decade in a Day, and Grow Your Faith Capital.

Thanks for watching and listening!In the middle of the 90's, I was a school teacher at an alternative school. I loved the kids, and I loved making a difference.Now, I am asking for your help to do the same. There are over 5,000 alternative schools in America and over 800,000 students. Will you help me put a copy of "The Capitalize Your Best Daily Reader" in their hands?Listen to the show for details, and let me know!Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!It’s about what happens when:• You choose a hard thing on purpose• You tie your goals to someone else’s growth• You stop chasing comfort and start chasing contributionWe talk about why discomfort sharpens identity, how service fuels discipline, and why small, collective actions create real impact.If you’ve been looking for a reason to stretch yourself — or a way to be part of something that matters — this conversation is for you.The miles will be run either way.The only question is whether you want to help turn them into momentum for someone else.I also share why I’m running a 24-hour race — and why it has very little to do with running.I’m attempting 80 miles with a simple goal: place 80 copies of The Capitalize Your Best Daily Reader into the hands of 80 alternative school students.But this episode isn’t about self-promotion.

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, Gordon discussed the importance of the power of pivot, emphasizing its ability to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. He shared an example from his own experience of training for an ultramarathon, where he had to pivot and run on a treadmill in challenging weather conditions. Gordon also highlighted the need to be prepared for unexpected situations by thinking through scenarios and being ready to adapt. He stressed that having the power of pivot means not letting obstacles set you back and being able to achieve almost anything.If you are interested in our Capitalize Your Best Community or the Upcoming "Growing Your Faith Capital" on 02.17, just reach out. Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!As you grow your body capital and improve your health, not everyone will be in your corner. You will begin to attract critics, and sadly, they will be family and friends.This episode is intended to encourage and equip you to handle that criticism so that you persevere and don't give up. Along the way, I share details about our new Capitalize Your Best Community and the "Growing Your Body Capital" workshop, scheduled for January 20th in Fredericksburg, VA. Please reach out if you would like to learn more about either or both.Thanks again for watching and listening!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this week's episode, I share my appearance on author, Scott Roche's "Creative Dynamos" podcast. We explore inspiration and maintaining the momentum necessary to be creative. Thanks for having me on, Scott!Scott is an old friend and author. Find more about him at https://www.scottroche.com/https://www.scottroche.com/.You can find his show at https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SkT9kNPGS8nwvueKyBXBD?si=92299f05e3794bce

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I discuss the importance of integrating personal and professional development, emphasizing that pursuing both together leads to better balance, quicker success, and longevity in both personal and professional life. I also highlight the Capitalize Your Best program and community, which focus on merging these two aspects, offering resources like the new online community and monthly workshops in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Reach out for more information on these opportunities.

Thanks for watching and listening!One of the biggest challenges in growing your coaching business is figuring out how and when to start charging. This episode will help!Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share 3 vampires that will suck time away from you if you are not vigilant. I share why these areas have importance, but also where they steal from you and give nothing back. Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share 3 strategies to grow your coaching business in 2026, including...Get a coaching for you!Create daily coaching contentAnd more!Reach out if you would like to grow your coaching business. We have free tools to help!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode, I share my 5 Big Lessons of 2025. They are...Distractions Kill More Dreams Than the Economy: Everything from streaming to scrolling competes for your attention. Even the folks most efficient with their time (me!) gave into a lot of wasted moments this year. But the realities of our lives are allowing for less and less wasted time. Killing distractions are essential for the New Year.Physical Health is Not a Flex. It is the Building Block: Yes, I post a running photo every day, but it’s not a flex. It is personal accountability and brand building. But along the way, I have learned that how well my physical training goes is as much of indicator of how my business and relationships go. Discipline in one area flows into others. Daily Learning Has to Expand and Challenge for Growth: I’m a huge proponent of daily reading and podcast listening. But at some point, if you don’t study challenging ideologies and next level learning, you will stagnate. To that end, this y

Thanks for watching and listening!Grow your mind capital with this full one-hour mental toughness seminar. Discover the strategies that will help you become mentally stronger and more resilient. Thanks again!

Thanks for watching and listening!In this episode of the This Is Gonna Hurt Podcast, Gordon Duncan discussed the concept of "dark capital" from his book, The Capitalize Your Best Daily Reader. He explained that dark capital involves using difficult experiences and setbacks as fuel for personal growth, rather than allowing them to lead to despair or bitterness. Gordon shared his own experience of being let go from a job and using that situation as motivation to pursue other opportunities. He encouraged listeners to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth and to use challenges as fuel to improve their mind capital. Gordon also mentioned that the Capitalize Your Best Daily Reader was selling well and that he would be discussing these concepts further in 2026.