Mel Robbins
How to Get More Out of Life: Make More Money & Build Something That Matters with Seth Godin
Two simple questions can change the way you make decisions, spend your time, and build your future.
In today’s episode, Mel sits down with Seth Godin, one of the most influential thinkers of our time and one of Mel’s most trusted mentors.
Seth has written more than 20 bestselling books, taught millions of people how to think differently, and shaped the way Mel thinks about success, confidence, purpose, business, and making an impact.
Today, Seth is sharing the advice Mel wishes everyone could hear, particularly when it comes to business and success.
His wisdom will make you rethink how you spend your time, what you say yes to, what you keep avoiding, what you need to quit, and what kind of future you are building.
You can use this advice for anything:
Your goals.
Your career.
Your business.
Your creative ideas.
Your next decision.
The thing you keep talking yourself out of.
The life you say you want, but have not started building yet.
Seth will show you how to stop chasing the wrong things, stop measuring the wrong things, and stop trying to be everything to everyone.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
-The 2 questions that will help you make better decisions immediately
-How to know what is worth your time and what is not (this works for everything!)
-Why trying to please everyone keeps you stuck
-How to stop hiding behind being busy, perfecting the plan, or waiting to feel ready
-Why the right decision and the right outcome are not the same thing
-How you know when to quit and when to keep going
-Why criticism from the wrong people can pull you off track
-Why doing work you’re proud of changes the way you feel about your life
-How to build a future that feels more honest, meaningful, and aligned
This is not just advice about business or career.
It is a masterclass in how to think.
By the end, you’ll know what to stop doing, what to start doing, and what to focus on next, so you can build a better future.
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I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode.
In this episode:
0:00 Introduction
4:35 The 2 Questions to Find Meaning In Your Work and Life
10:31 How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
13:03 What to Know Before You Start a Business
21:22 The Truth About Being an Entrepreneur
28:36 Seth Godin’s Best Marketing Advice for Your Business
35:28 How to Make Better Business Decisions
38:37 How to Find the Right Customers for Your Business
40:21 Freelancer Advice: What Every Freelancer Needs to Know
45:30 How to Handle Feedback Without Losing Confidence
49:46 Should You Turn Your Hobby Into a Business?
55:07 The First Step to Start a Successful Business
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Published Jul 11, 2026
