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Competing on Purpose with Rich Jones
Hosted by Rich Jones · EN
Welcome to Competing On Purpose, where insights aren't just from the finish line, but from the race itself. Having profoundly transformed his life through sobriety and healing, Rich shares what he's learned and what he's currently navigating on his continuous path to health, healing, and high performance.
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Is this slowing you down?
Apr 1300:10:58Tap to summarizeWhat do a 30-minute email, a messy office, and a Q1 check-in have in common? The same pattern. And it's been showing up everywhere. This episode is about finally seeing it and what I'm doing in Q2 to address it.
Transcribe →When Effort Doesn't Equal Output
Mar 100:17:00Tap to summarizeRich had a frustrating long jump competition at his fifth U.S. Indoor Masters Track & Field Championships, but it led to a surprising insight about why all his hard work wasn't showing up when it counted. The lesson goes way beyond track. Visit tmwshow.com for more.
Transcribe →Navigating Life's Trade-offs
Feb 1600:15:02Tap to summarizeRich discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding new job, athletic pursuits, and content creation. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to new realities, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing rest and self-care. Rich shares insights on navigating trade-offs and making adjustments to routines to align with his current season of life, ultimately embracing a purpose-driven approach to high performance. Visit tmwshow.com for more.
Transcribe →The Job Search Journey
Dec 1700:18:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Rich reflects on his four-month hiatus from podcasting and shares insights from his recent job search journey. He discusses the challenges he faced, including a dry spell in interviews, and ultimately celebrates finding a new role. Rich emphasizes the importance of resilience and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with job searching, while also acknowledging the support he received during this time. Visit findmorebalance.com to learn more.
Transcribe →This is what the work was for.
Aug 1900:18:32Tap to summarizeRich reflects on five years of sobriety and his personal healing journey, realizing that all the hard work was preparing him for this exact moment. In this raw, unscripted episode, he shares how his personal growth has become the anchor he needs to navigate a sudden family health crisis. It's a powerful look at how the work we do on ourselves equips us for the challenges we can't see coming.
Transcribe →Part 2: Keep doing the work anyway.
Jun 5, 202500:15:17Tap to summarizeLife has a funny way of throwing curveballs, even when you're doing your best. In this follow-up episode, Rich discusses how recent experiences – from athletic injuries to confronting some challenging health realities – have reinforced his core message: "Keep Doing the Work Anyway." Explore Rich's evolving strategies for managing unexpected health information, making sustainable lifestyle changes, and maintaining a high-performance mindset through it all. Follow Rich on IG and Threads @richrunstrack.
Transcribe →Keep doing the work anyway.
May 7, 202500:15:29Tap to summarizeThis belated Q1 recap from Rich explores what happens after you've put in the effort but don't hit the mark. From the track to personal healing, learn why acknowledging disappointment is key, but why you must always "keep doing the work anyway" for future breakthroughs. Plus, a quick update on the show's schedule. Follow Rich on IG and Threads: @RichRunsTrack
Transcribe →The Importance of Competition Reps
Mar 20, 202500:15:26Tap to summarizeRich delves deep into the importance of acquiring "competition reps" and shares a valuable lesson from a recent therapy session. Threads & IG: @richrunstrack Website: tmwshow.com
Transcribe →The Mindset Shift That Transformed My Performance
Mar 3, 202500:15:19Tap to summarizeRich delves into the themes of control, performance, and mindset in the context of his recent experience at the Indoor Masters Track and Field Championships. Show Website: tmwshow.com Rich on IG and Threads: @richrunstrack
Transcribe →Sleep on it + Aging Parent
Feb 14, 202500:21:29Tap to summarizeRich updates listeners on his healing journey and shares insights from his first track meet of the season. He discusses the powerful impact of taking time to reflect before assessing performance and highlights the benefits of using a vibrating foam roller for recovery. Rich also delves into the emotional challenges of having an aging parent.
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