Podcast Summary
In this lesson of the 52 Life Lessons series, host Tim Borys challenges listeners to move beyond safe, incremental goals and embrace the power of thinking 10X bigger. Too often, we aim for “reasonable” progress that keeps us busy but uninspired. Tim shares personal stories, business lessons, and practical strategies for breaking out of small thinking and into a growth mindset that fuels transformation.
By shifting from “either/or” trade-offs to a “yes, and” mindset, and by surrounding yourself with bold thinkers, you can design a life and business that thrives without sacrificing what matters most. This episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap for anyone ready to stretch their vision and expand their impact.
✅ Key Takeaways
Incremental thinking keeps you small — bold growth requires bold goals.
10X goals change the game — they demand creativity, new strategies, and courage.
Reject false trade-offs — success doesn’t have to mean sacrificing health, family, or people.
Vision without milestones is just a poster — connect the big picture to daily habits.
Rest fuels performance — growth comes in sprints, not endless grind.
Surround yourself with big thinkers — community accelerates vision and accountability.
Episode Links & Resources
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Tim: https://timborys.com/book-tim/
Buy Tim’s Book: The Fitness Curveball (Amazon Link)
Podcast Highlights
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Introduction: Why Vision Matters
What if the biggest limitation in your life isn’t your skills or resources, but the size of your vision? Most of us don’t fail because we dream too big—we fail because we aim too small.
Incremental vs. Exponential Thinking
Safe, incremental goals (2x or 3x growth) keep us busy but uninspired. True transformation requires 10X goals, which force us to think and act differently.
A Personal Story of Thinking Bigger
Tim shares how, without money or credit, he reimagined his business model by partnering with property owners instead of renting space. This bold approach allowed him to grow a team of 30+ and multiple locations.
Rejecting False Trade-Offs
Health or wealth? Profits or people? Work or family? These are false binaries. Big thinkers ask: “How can I create both?”
The Role of Community
No one creates big results in isolation. Mastermind groups, peers, and communities fuel accountability, creativity, and motivation.
Leadership Lessons on Vision
Leaders often fall into three traps:
Setting incremental goals that don’t inspire.
Failing to link vision to daily milestones.
Driving too relentlessly without allowing rest.
The solution: anchor big vision to small steps and balance ambition with recovery.
Practical Steps to Start Thinking Bigger
Identify where you’re playing small.
Set one bold, 10X goal.
Break it into small daily habits.
Adopt a “yes, and” mindset.
Surround yourself with big thinkers.
Closing Challenge
Take one of your “reasonable” goals and 10X it. Notice how it forces you to think, act, and design your life differently.
