The Happy Hustle Podcast Cary Jack

Have you ever had a brutal week in business and just... not told your partner about it? You walk in the door, put on a smile, and say everything’s fine. You think you’re protecting them. You think that’s what a provider does. But here’s the thing. They can feel it. And what you call protection, they often feel as distance.

In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I’m coming to you live from our Montana Mastermind Epic Couples Retreat, sitting in nature with a herd of elk somewhere behind us, alongside two of my favorite humans on the planet, Garrett Gunderson and Regan Archibald. This one is a little different. It’s raw, it’s a lot of laughs, and it’s real talk about marriage, money, and friendship as an entrepreneur. And honestly? I’ve only cried four times in the last forty minutes.

If you want clean blood work, you go to Regan. Back in April, my labs were a mess. I’m a compliant guy, just tell me what to eat and when to go to bed, and Regan got me dialed in with the right supplements, peptides, and stem cells. Now I’m hiking, I’m thriving, I’m alive. Garrett is the money guy, the creator of the money persona framework that changed my life, and he’s currently crushing it on YouTube. He’s also the one you go to for the dirty jokes. Together these two are best friends who travel together, go to an epic concert as families every year, and somehow never coordinate their schedules. They’re proof that the right people make business and life a whole lot more fun.

Why does this episode matter? Because being married to an entrepreneur is no small feat. I’ll be honest, I was nervous bringing the wives into the mastermind for the first time. But what happened over this retreat reminded me that the strongest businesses are often built on the strongest partnerships at home.

Stop hiding your struggles from your spouse. Garrett shared something that hit me hard. Most breadwinners don’t tell their partner when they’re feeling frustrated or insecure about business or money. And the partner reads that silence as disconnection. So he made a decision to bring his wife into those conversations, because she’s powerful enough to handle it. Having insecurities doesn’t make you any less of a protector or provider. It just means you now have a confidant instead of carrying it alone.

Entrepreneurship is only lonely if you’re embarrassed about your difficulties. We’ve all seen those posts about how lonely the entrepreneur journey is. These guys flat out disagree. One day Garrett called Regan and admitted he wasn’t feeling good. Regan spent an hour and a half with him on a Saturday helping him through it. That only happens when you open up. Vulnerability is what turns acquaintances into lifelong friends.

Gas and guardrails, not gas and brakes. Garrett’s talk at the retreat focused on money for couples, and he dropped a gem. Often one partner is driven by feeling productive while the other is driven by feeling safe, and that creates a push and pull. When you understand where your money beliefs come from and what makes each other feel secure, you can stop fighting each other. One person is the gas. The other is the guardrails. You’re on the same road, heading the same direction.

Share your losses so you don’t repeat them. Garrett is open with his clients about the money he’s lost on investments. Everyone loses money investing at some point. It’s part of the journey. The real question is whether you learn the lesson. Keep it quiet and you might just make the same mistake again. His openness makes it safe for his clients to be open too.

Your environment shapes your conversations. When you’re around great people, the world feels a lot less scary. Garrett noticed that when he’s in a good place he’s playful and funny, and when he’s not, he’s stuck in his head. The people around you change the conversations you have, and those conversations change your life. Regan said the biggest breakthrough of the retreat was simply the community. Open hearted people, zero jerks, and one lovable exception who snuck through.

This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to do this alone. Not in business, not in money, and definitely not in your marriage. Bring your spouse into the hard stuff. Call a friend when you’re struggling. Get yourself in rooms with people who lift you up. Life is just more fun when you’ve got good people in it.

If you’re ready to build a business and a marriage that both feel like a win, tune in to the full episode at https://happyhustle.com/podcast. Grab your partner, hit play, and have the conversation you’ve been putting off. It might be the best thing you do all week.

Connect with Garrett
https://www.instagram.com/garrettbgundersonhttps://www.facebook.com/garrett.gundersonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-gunderson/https://www.youtube.com/@GarrettGundersonTV

Find Garrett on his website: https://garrettgunderson.com/

Connect with Regan
https://www.instagram.com/ageless.future/https://www.linkedin.com/in/regan-archibald-ab70b813/https://www.youtube.com/c/EastWestHealth

Find Regan on his website: https://thepeptideexpert.com/

Connect with Cary!
https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.tiktok.com/@caryjackhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured

Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book
Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/
Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/
“It’s time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”

Episode Sponsors:

Kiln
Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!

If you’re feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy’s been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.

This ain’t your average magnesium—it’s got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all night
If you’re ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.

My Green Mattress
If you’ve been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you’re missing: My Green Mattress.

It’s made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you’re not just sleeping better, you’re sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.
If you’re ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattress

Ozlo Sleep
If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.
These aren’t your typical sleep buds. They’re designed to block out noise and help your brain fully relax, so you can drift off faster and stay in deep, uninterrupted sleep. Perfect if you’re a light sleeper or just want that next-level rest.

If you’re ready to upgrade your sleep and wake up feeling recharged, check out https://ozlosleep.com and save $80 OFF using code HAPPY.

Have you ever felt like the whole business rests on your shoulders? Every question lands on your desk. Every decision waits for you. You tell yourself that’s just what leaders do, so you keep grinding, keep answering, keep carrying it all. I’ve been there, and I know how heavy it gets. But what if being the answer person is the exact thing keeping you, and your company, stuck?

In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I sit down with HR Huntsman, a leadership coach, speaker, author, serial entrepreneur, and the founder of Leader’s Edge. HR has spent about 35 years helping business owners and executive teams build healthier leaders, stronger cultures, and more resilient organizations. He started his first company at 28, a nonprofit that he grew over 22 years into a global organization with more than 200 staff across five countries. They built orphanages, drilled wells, planted gardens, and opened counseling centers. And he did it with no playbook. HR grew up in a tough, dysfunctional home where the main goal was surviving the day. It was his first mentor in the Air Force who told him to make his life useful, not just successful, and that one line changed everything. Today he’s passing on all that hard won wisdom to the next generation of leaders, and his upcoming book, Destination Workplaces, is all about creating companies that top talent never wants to leave. Oh, and he’s a total adrenaline junkie who jumps out of airplanes and just took his five year old grandson backpacking under the stars. No tent. My kind of guy.

Here’s why this one matters. Only a small slice of businesses make it past five years. And on top of that, the Gallup research I’ve been digging into shows about two out of every three employees are disengaged at work. They show up, but they’re mentally gone. That’s a massive cost for founders, and it’s a culture problem we can actually fix. HR has seen under the hood of thousands of businesses, and he shares exactly what it takes to build something that lasts.

The first big lesson is what HR calls the three things that helped him survive as an entrepreneur. Curiosity, tenacity, and proximity. Even at nearly 62, he’s as curious as he’s ever been about people, business, and his own potential. He’s also brutally honest that entrepreneurship will punch you in the gut more times than you can count, and the only way through is getting back up with a bloody nose and trying again. And maybe the smartest thing he ever did was surround himself with people smarter than him. He read every book he could find and straight up asked people to mentor him. Who you hang around matters. A lot.

The second lesson hit me hard. HR used to believe leaders had to know all the answers. So even when he didn’t know, he acted like he did, and it burned him out. He eventually realized great leaders don’t have all the answers. They ask the best questions. He teaches CEOs to multiply themselves, because if you’re not intentionally empowering others, you’re the bottleneck. And he makes a key distinction here. Delegating a task isn’t the same as truly transferring authority so people can own decisions. That shift is what finally helped him scale.

The third takeaway is his ENGINE framework, built from the systems thinking he got from his dad, who was a NASA engineer. HR believes every business runs on six systems, whether you’re a plumber or an attorney. Engineer your foundation by making your vision, mission, and values operational, not just words on a wall. Nurture your team with a clear ideal team player profile, smart hiring, and great onboarding. Generate a real, integrated business strategy. Ignite performance through true accountability. Nail down your processes so everything is documented. Then earn greater profits with clean systems around your numbers. Put it all together and you’ve got a playbook you can take anywhere.

The fourth lesson is about accountability, and it’s where almost every CEO stops HR to ask for more. Most leaders default to carrots and sticks, bonuses on one side and write ups on the other. Both work for a little while, but neither lasts. Drawing on Self Determination Theory from the 1970s, HR created what he calls the MAP to success. Mastery, autonomy, and purpose. People want to get good at things, so how’s your training? People crave a voice, so how much autonomy are you giving them? And people want to be part of something bigger, so are you connecting their work to the mission and to their own dreams? Like HR says, your employees aren’t waking up excited about your vision statement. They’re thinking about their mortgage and their family. Link those things together and performance follows.

The fifth takeaway is his idea of destination workplaces. I asked HR about investing in people who might eventually leave, and he didn’t hold back. Would you rather keep a poorly trained, frustrated employee forever, or develop a high performer who might move on someday? He compares great leaders to college coaches. You recruit top talent knowing you might only have them a few years, but you build a program so strong it keeps attracting champions. That’s exactly the kind of culture I want to build at The Happy Hustle, a place where people do their best work and then go on to chase big dreams of their own.

We also get into money, and HR’s take is refreshing. For him, money is the outcome, not the driver. Get exceptional at your craft, treat people really well, and charge what you’re worth, which he admits took him years to learn after growing up being called trailer trash. We talk about the cold, hard truth that your bank account reflects the value you bring to the marketplace, and why HR finds that freeing. You chose your way here, so you can choose your way forward. Plus, he shares his rapid fire happy hustle hacks, from fasting 22 hours a day and working out on his trails to keep up with his grandsons, to 40 years of marriage built on daily couch time and date nights.

This conversation reminded me that leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room. It’s about serving the people around you so well that they grow, thrive, and maybe even outgrow you. HR’s billboard message says it best. Pursue significance over success.

If you’re ready to stop being the bottleneck and start building a business people actually want to be part of, this episode is for you.

Go listen to the full conversation with HR Huntsman at https://happyhustle.com/podcast and start building your own destination workplace today.

What does Happy Hustlin' mean to you?
For HR, happy hustlin' means believing work is a noble pursuit and making sure you take care of yourself along the way.

Connect with HR
https://www.facebook.com/YourLeadersEdge/
https://www.instagram.com/hrhuntsman/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/hr-huntsman/?isSelfProfile=false
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1uWhFdgs0dI2-KJJxH0noQ

Find HR on this website: https://yourleadersedge.com/

Connect with Cary!
https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/
https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJack
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/
https://twitter.com/thehappyhustle
https://www.tiktok.com/@caryjack
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured

Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book
Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/
Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/
“It’s time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”

Episode Sponsors:

Kiln
Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!

If you’re feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy’s been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.

This ain’t your average magnesium—it’s got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all night
If you’re ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.

My Green Mattress
If you’ve been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you’re missing: My Green Mattress.

It’s made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you’re not just sleeping better, you’re sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.
If you’re ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattress

Ozlo Sleep
If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.
These aren’t your typical sleep buds. They’re designed to block out noise and help your brain fully relax, so you can drift off faster and stay in deep, uninterrupted sleep. Perfect if you’re a light sleeper or just want that next-level rest.

If you’re ready to upgrade your sleep and wake up feeling recharged, check out https://ozlosleep.com and save $80 OFF using code HAPPY.

Have you ever hit a big goal, looked around, and wondered why it didn’t feel the way you thought it would? I know that feeling well. You can have an eight figure business and a two figure quality of life. I’ve seen it in people who make millions but have zero freedom, zero joy, and no idea when they last felt truly at peace. Honestly, for a while, that person was me.

In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I talk about something I care deeply about, why harmony equals happiness. Back in my early tech days, I was grinding my face off like a dog. I sacrificed everything for money, status, and ego, and I burned out hard. That experience led me to write a book, start this podcast, and build The Happy Hustle around one mission, helping people systematically harmonize ambition and well being. This episode matters because so many of us are still running on that same broken playbook, and the cost is way higher than we think.

Here’s the big shift. The answer isn’t to stop hustling. Creating value is part of being human, and I’m not here to tell you to quit your ambition. The answer is to hustle for what matters. The numbers are a real wake up call. An estimated 12 billion working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety, and roughly a trillion dollars in productivity goes with them. Gallup also found that 40% of workers globally felt significant stress the day before they were surveyed. We’re chasing more, more, more, but at what cost?

The first lesson is that you might be measuring yourself against the wrong scorecard. Most entrepreneurs know their revenue, margins, and KPIs down to the decimal. But ask them how healthy their marriage is, when they last felt free, or when their kid’s next soccer game is, and things get quiet. I don’t compete on finances anymore. I compete on freedom. How much creative time and financial freedom do I actually have? That one question changed how I run my whole life.

The second lesson is the S.O.U.L.M.A.P.P.I.N. system, which covers ten areas of life. There’s selfless service, optimized health, unplugging digitally, loving relationships, mindful spirituality, abundance financially, personal development, passionate hobbies, impactful work, and nature connection. You don’t have to be perfect in all ten. You just have to be intentional. And here’s one I see high performers miss constantly, passionate hobbies. Doing things you love without trying to monetize them. Guilt free fun is not a luxury, it’s part of the formula.

The third lesson is to focus on one alignment at a time. Stop trying to work out while answering DMs while thinking about your next launch. When you train, train hard. When you call your mom, actually listen to your mom. When you unplug, unplug completely. Intensity and presence are the real secret sauce. I’ll also be honest, I think a lot of people are using AI as a disguise for productivity right now. It’s pulling them away from their zone of genius instead of serving their soul.

The fourth lesson is the five step process that makes all of this practical. First, take the free assessment at happyhustle.com. Second, identify the areas where you’re lacking. Third, pick one or two SMART actions, small and consistent changes that beat any crash diet style overhaul. Fourth, calendarize it. Schedule your priorities, not just your obligations, and block time for family, fitness, faith, fun, and focus work. Fifth, reassess every week. I check my own score every Sunday, because like Tony Robbins says, progress equals happiness.

The last lesson is the one I really want you to sit with. Show me your calendar and I’ll show you what you truly value. One day your kids will grow up. Your business will likely sell or reach its natural end. The money and the accolades won’t matter nearly as much as the life you actually lived and the people you loved along the way. So stop postponing your happiness until some imaginary finish line. Harmony is a practice, not a destination, and you get to choose it today.

If you’re burnt out, running hot, or quietly wondering what all this hustle is really for, this one’s for you. Slow down, reflect, and start harmonizing your hustle.

Listen to the full episode now at https://happyhustle.com/podcast and then share it with someone who needs to hear it. It just might be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

Connect with Cary!
https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/
https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJack
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/
https://twitter.com/thehappyhustle
https://www.tiktok.com/@caryjack
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured

Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book
Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/
Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/
“It’s time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”

Episode Sponsors:

Kiln
Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!

If you’re feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy’s been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.

This ain’t your average magnesium—it’s got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all night
If you’re ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.

My Green Mattress
If you’ve been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you’re missing: My Green Mattress.

It’s made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you’re not just sleeping better, you’re sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.
If you’re ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattress

Ozlo Sleep
If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.
These aren’t your typical sleep buds. They’re designed to block out noise and help your brain fully relax, so you can drift off faster and stay in deep, uninterrupted sleep. Perfect if you’re a light sleeper or just want that next-level rest.

If you’re ready to upgrade your sleep and wake up feeling recharged, check out https://ozlosleep.com and save $80 OFF using code HAPPY.

Have you ever crushed it at work all day, walked through your front door, and realized you had nothing left for the people you love most? I’ve been there. More times than I’d like to admit. You win in business, you lose at home, and somehow you still call it success. That’s not happy hustlin’, my friend. And that’s exactly why this conversation hit me so hard.

In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I sit down with my good buddy Lucas, a guy I’ve been friends with for over five years now, ever since softball brought us together. I’ve watched Lucas show up as a father, a husband, a man of God, and an entrepreneur, and honestly, he’s one of the most grounded humans I know. We got real about the difference between a “doing” culture and a “being” culture, how to stay present with your kids when your business never sleeps, and why learning to say no might be the most underrated skill an entrepreneur can have.

Here’s a little about Lucas. He’s the founder of Entrepreneurs of Faith, an organization that hosts retreats in Montana for Christian business owners who are tired of carrying everything alone. He also runs Plant Your Flag, a raw land business he grows alongside his wife, buying land from distressed sellers and making it possible for everyday Americans to own a piece of this country with affordable monthly payments, the kind of deal most banks won’t touch. Before all that, Lucas wrestled in college, competed in MMA right alongside his wife (who’s a total badass, by the way), spent 27 months serving in the Peace Corps in Botswana, and ground it out in medical device sales. Today he’s raising four kids in Montana, homeschooling, keeping chickens and bees, and teaching his crew how to hunt, fish, and handle themselves in the wild. He’s lived a lot of lives, and he brings every one of them to the table.

So why does this episode matter? Because so many of us are chasing the next goal so hard that we forget who we’re chasing it for. Lucas has felt that pain firsthand, and he found a better way. If you’ve ever felt hollow on the inside while looking successful on the outside, this one’s for you.

The first big lesson is all about being versus doing. Lucas spent over two years in Botswana, a culture built around relationships and simply being present with people. Then he came home to America, where we’re constantly polishing our medals and measuring our worth by what we accomplish. A year into medical sales, grinding across the whole state and lone wolfing it, he found himself eating a PB&J in his Prius with tears running down his face. He told me his biggest mistake was trying to do it all himself. That moment of surrender, praying and finally inviting God into the struggle, changed everything. It led him to pivot toward land investing and building a business with his wife so he could live more aligned with who he really is.

The second lesson is that presence with your family doesn’t happen by accident. It takes real intentionality. Lucas gets up before his kids so he can do his deep work, then pours into them the rest of the day. His bedtime routine is something I’m stealing. They read together, pray for each other, and share roses and thorns, the best part of the day and the hardest part. Then they add seeds, something they’re looking forward to tomorrow. His son even invented “prickers,” something he’s not looking forward to. I love that. And Lucas made a point that stuck with me. Your kids are watching what you do with your phone when they’re talking to you, and they’re going to copy it someday.

The third lesson is one I needed to hear. Lucas used to believe great entrepreneurs were born with some magical ability nobody else could learn. Now he knows better. It’s all learnable. It comes down to consistency, discipline, and doing the right things over and over. Every night he writes down three things he’s grateful for and three things he needs to get done tomorrow. But here’s the key. Those three tasks have to be meter movers, not the easy stuff you knock out just to feel productive. Tackle the big rocks first and everything else gets clearer.

The fourth lesson is about becoming what Lucas calls the CNO of no. When you’re the person who always gets things done, people keep asking you for more. Lucas once mapped out every commitment in his life as bubbles on a sheet of paper, then went full Marie Kondo on it. If it didn’t support his family or his core values, it had to go. So many of the things on our plates are there because somebody asked and we said yes, and three years later we’re still doing it. Be kind with your no, but be direct.

The fifth lesson might be the deepest one. Lucas said it simply. “Contentment is the number one most valuable thing.” Comparison and social media fuel that endless craving for more, more money, more tasks, more everything. But as Lucas reminded me, if you’re chasing a destination, you’re chasing the wrong thing. The joy lives in the journey, in this moment, right here.

We also talk about why Lucas and his wife can run a business together when a lot of couples can’t (spoiler, staying in your own lane is huge), how his Friday accountability group helped him push through the scary moments in his business, and why nobody on their deathbed ever wishes they’d answered more emails. Oh, and he shares a pretty wild fun fact from his college days that proves confidence really is ninety percent of the game. You’ll have to listen for that one.

When I asked Lucas what happy hustlin’ means to him, he talked about stepping back and looking honestly at how you’re living day to day. It’s that beautiful union of having a great, fun, happy life while still hustling toward something that matters. That’s it right there. That’s the whole thing.

If you’re ready to stop racing toward a finish line that keeps moving, and start being present with the people and moments that matter most, this episode is for you.

Grab a coffee, put your phone on silent (after you hit play, of course), and listen to the full conversation at caryjack.com/podcastin https://happyhustle.com/podcast. Your family will thank you.

What does Happy Hustlin' mean to you?
Lucas said that happy hustlin' means taking a step back and looking at what you’re doing in the day to day of your life. It’s that beautiful union between having a great, awesome, fun, happy time and hustlin'.

Connect with Lucas
https://www.facebook.com/lucas.scharmer/
https://www.instagram.com/lucasscharmer/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-scharmer-bb965782/?isSelfProfile=false

Find Lucas on this website: https://entrepreneurswithfaith.com/

Connect with Cary!
https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/
https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJack
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/
https://twitter.com/thehappyhustle
https://www.tiktok.com/@caryjack
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured

Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book
Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/
Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/
“It’s time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”

Episode Sponsors:

Kiln
Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!

If you’re feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy’s been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.

This ain’t your average magnesium—it’s got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all night
If you’re ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.

My Green Mattress
If you’ve been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you’re missing: My Green Mattress.

It’s made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you’re not just sleeping better, you’re sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.
If you’re ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattress

Ozlo Sleep
If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.
These aren’t your typical sleep buds. They’re designed to block out noise and help your brain fully relax, so you can drift off faster and stay in deep, uninterrupted sleep. Perfect if you’re a light sleeper or just want that next-level rest.

If you’re ready to upgrade your sleep and wake up feeling recharged, check out https://ozlosleep.com and save $80 OFF using code HAPPY.

Do you have a dream that still feels a little too big to say out loud? Seven years ago, mine was a room full of couples in red flannels, sitting in a U shape by the river with the Montana mountains behind them. This past weekend, that dream became real. Sixty people. Thirty couples. All high performing entrepreneurs, all in Big Sky for our very first Montana Mastermind couples retreat. And honestly? I’m still buzzing.

In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I’m flying solo to share my top five takeaways from that weekend. We’d never done a couples mastermind before. This was the first one ever. People told me it was the most impactful weekend of their lives. One woman thanked me for giving her husband back to her. I don’t take credit for any of that. I know it’s God’s plan and divine alignment. But I learned a ton, and whether you want to host your own events or just want to level up your relationship and your business, I think you will too.

Here’s the big shift. Most of us treat our marriage and our business like two separate worlds. We go to the conference, have the breakthrough, then come home and try to explain it to our partner. Something gets lost in translation every time. When you’re both in the room, you don’t have to translate anything. You just experience it together. And underneath all five takeaways is one simple truth. If you believe it, you can achieve it. It all starts with a vision, and you have to believe in it fiercely enough to go create it.

1. Hold the vision and write it down. You’re 42% more likely to hit your goals if you write them down. That’s why we have everyone get their goals on paper before and during the mastermind. I wrote this event down years ago, got clear on what it would look like and who I’d need to make it happen. Then I watched it unfold in real life. Clarity comes first.
2. Get aligned with your partner. Couples who stay together turn toward each other 86% of the time. Couples who aren’t on the same team often end up apart. One guy said something that stopped me in my tracks: he realized he didn’t actually dislike talking to people, he just didn’t like the people he’d been talking to. Profound in its simplicity. Our speakers Rich Christensen and his wife Gay talked about the value of having shared values, both what you stand for and what you reject. I saw aligned couples change in moments, not months.
3. Fun is fundamental. Entrepreneurs just aren’t having enough fun. We ran a full tournament with cornhole, spike ball, horseshoes, ladder ball and more, complete with a bracket, awards and prizes. Everyone had a blast. Fun isn’t the reward. Fun fuels the hustle. So schedule it like a board meeting and treat it with the same importance. Book the adventure. Plan the date night. Get outside and play.
4. Protect the room. We had world class speakers like Rory and AJ Vaden of Brand Builders Group, six time New York Times bestselling author Garrett Gunderson, and Joey Klein of the Inner Matrix System. A big reason people like that want to show up is that we curate the room hard. We have a no douchebag policy. No egos means real breakthroughs. So audit your circle. Find rooms where you’re the student, not the teacher, because who you surround yourself with is ultimately who you become.
5. Prioritize intimacy and connection. Harvard’s 85 year study found that people with warm, close relationships live healthier, longer lives. Warm touch at least three times a week releases more oxytocin and lowers stress. Two of our speakers handed every guest a feather and gave us homework: slow down, one inch per second. Everyone laughed, but the point landed. Intimacy isn’t a reward or a bargaining chip. It’s part of the human experience and part of marriage. Phones down, eyes up. Touch, laugh, smile, connect. Presence is the greatest gift you can give your partner.

Watching thirty couples crack open, laugh together and fall back in love with each other was one of the most meaningful things I’ve ever been part of. That’s what the Happy Hustle is all about. Building something great in business without sacrificing the people you love most along the way. Success means a lot less if you’re not sharing it with someone who’s truly in your corner.

If you’re ready to get clear on your vision, get aligned with your partner and bring a little more fun and connection back into your life, listen to the full episode now at https://happyhustle.com/podcast. It just might be the reset you didn’t know you needed.

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Kiln
Your environment shapes your energy and your results. That's why we're proud to partner with Kiln, a premium workspace experience designed to help you work smarter, connect with amazing people, and elevate your lifestyle. From co-working and private offices to meeting rooms and event spaces, Kiln (https://kiln.com/) has everything you need to thrive. Mention "Happy Hustle" for a special hookup!

If you’re feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy’s been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers.

This ain’t your average magnesium—it’s got all 7 essential forms that your body needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all night
If you’re ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at https://www.bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.

My Green Mattress
If you’ve been waking up with back pain, feeling stiff, or just not getting that deep, quality sleep. This might be what you’re missing: My Green Mattress.

It’s made with clean, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials, so you’re not just sleeping better, you’re sleeping healthier too. The comfort and support are on another level, and you can really feel the difference night after night.
If you’re ready to invest in better sleep and better recovery, check it out at https://thehappyhustle.com/mygreenmattress

Ozlo Sleep
If you’ve been struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep, or just wake up feeling actually rested, let me put you on to something that’s been a total game-changer: Ozlo Sleep.
These aren’t your typical sleep buds. They’re designed to block out noise and help your brain fully relax, so you can drift off faster and stay in deep, uninterrupted sleep. Perfect if you’re a light sleeper or just want that next-level rest.

If you’re ready to upgrade your sleep and wake up feeling recharged, check out https://ozlosleep.com and save $80 OFF using code HAPPY.