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Episode #135: Living Intentionally: How to Build a High-Performance Life

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In this candid and thought-provoking episode, Suzie Price sits down with Joe Gagnon, CEO and ultra-endurance athlete, to discuss his journey of living with intention. From overcoming personal obstacles to achieving high performance, Joe reveals how aligning your actions with your deeper purpose can transform both your personal and professional life.

Through unfiltered stories and practical insights, Joe breaks down the importance of consistency, small but powerful actions, and embracing discomfort as key factors in achieving sustainable success. Suzie and Joe explore how building confidence, trust, and clarity is a daily practice that requires intentionality, discipline, and a clear focus on what truly matters.

Whether you’re looking to level up your career, improve your physical health, or lead with purpose, this episode provides the tools you need to build a life designed with intention—not chance.

You’ll Learn:

  • Why consistent, intentional actions are the key to high performance and success
  • How to embrace discomfort and use it to fuel growth
  • The role of discipline in living a purpose-driven life
  • How to develop a strong mindset to navigate personal and professional challenges
  • Why taking control of your habits, mindset, and actions leads to lasting impact

If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed, this episode is your invitation to step into a life that aligns with your values and purpose—one action at a time.

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Takeaways of Episode #135 --- 

  • Start Small, Build Big: Joe’s transformation began with just one push-up, one short run, and one paragraph of writing a day—proving that small, consistent actions compound into extraordinary results.
  • Live by the Five Pillars: Sleep, nutrition, exercise, mindset, and community form the daily architecture for living intentionally. Even small improvements in these areas create lasting change.
  • Confidence Comes from Earned Preparation: When you’re truly ready—through training, habit, and clarity—you can face challenges without being shaken by doubt from others. This is “earned confidence,” not arrogance.
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In this episode:

Joe Gagnon [00:15:30]: “The key to high performance is consistency, not motivation. It’s about showing up every day, even when you don’t feel like it.”

Suzie Price [00:22:05]: “Living intentionally is a daily practice. Small actions, aligned with your purpose, add up to massive transformation over time.”

Joe Gagnon [00:30:45]: “Embrace discomfort—it’s the sign that you’re growing. If you’re not feeling challenged, you’re not moving forward.”

Suzie Price [00:37:12]: “Success isn’t just about work—it’s about balance. Prioritize your health, mindset, and community to sustain long-term achievement.”

Joe Gagnon [00:42:25]: “The five pillars—sleep, nutrition, exercise, mindset, and community—are what keep me grounded, energized, and focused on my purpose.”

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