👇 SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL - so this show can reach more people 👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIprGZAdzn3ZqgLmDuibYcw?sub_confirmation=1 Click the Link Below to Subscribe to my email list to MAXOUT your life (all value, no fluff) https://konect.to/edmylett Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at https://shopify.com/mylett US BASED: Head to https://hipebl.ai/ to get a free estimate & lock in our new standard *discounted* pricing at $399 USD per month per employee helps you contain costs. UK BASED: Go to https://hipebl.ai/ for a free estimate and discounted pricing to simplify global people operations so you can spend more time growing the business and supporting your team. Whatnot will match your first $150 sold in the first month. Visit https://Whatnot.com/sell to start selling Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://quo.com/mylett What If the Secret to Winning Isn’t Hustling Harder… But Becoming More Present in Your Own Life? I’ve had a lot of conversations on this show, but this one with Pete Holmes hit me in a completely different way. I brought Pete on because I think he’s one of the funniest people on the planet. But what I discovered sitting across from him is that behind the comedy is a level of depth, awareness, and truth that most people never tap into. This conversation is about success, yes. But it is also about life, presence, and what really matters when it’s all said and done. We got into what it really takes to get great at something. Pete broke down a concept that applies to every single one of you, whether you are in business, sales, parenting, or leadership. Do not compare your chapter one to someone else’s chapter ten. Early on, he focused on simply being one of the best in the room he was in. That mindset alone will change how you approach growth. It is not about being the best in the world right away. It is about winning where you are, stacking small victories, and building confidence one step at a time. But where this conversation really took a turn was when we started talking about presence and awareness. Pete shared something that stuck with me deeply. He said most of us are living for the next moment instead of the one we are in. That hit me hard because I have lived that way for a long time. Always chasing the next thing, the next win, the next level. And what you will hear in this episode is a reminder that this moment right now is your life. Not the next one. Not the one after that. This one. We also went deep into belief, faith, and purpose. Pete has this incredible perspective on God and awareness that challenges you to think differently. Whether you are religious or not, what he shares will stretch your thinking. He talks about how we are all connected, how we belong to each other, and how much of life is about remembering that truth. It is one of the most powerful and thought-provoking conversations I have had in a long time. And then we brought it back to something practical that every high achiever needs to hear. At some point, you have to audit your dream. You have to ask yourself if what you are chasing is still what you want. Pete made a decision to prioritize his family and his life over constant hustle, and it has made him better at what he does. That takes courage. Real courage. This episode is going to challenge how you think about success, fulfillment, and the life you are building. Key Takeaways: - Why comparing your beginning to someone else’s success is killing your growth - The power of being fully present and why this moment is your life - How to evaluate your progress based on your current environment - A new way to think about God, awareness, and human connection - Why high achievers must audit their dreams and redefine success over time - How balance and intentional living can actually make you better at your craft 0:00 – Introduction 2:55 – Why So Many Standups Come From Boston 5:26 – Was Pete Good Right Out of the Gate? 10:24 – Do You Care What People Think? How It Helps & Hurts 12:55 – The Art of Manipulation in Comedy, Sales & Leadership 18:41 – How to Keep Material Fresh After 1,000 Performances 30:03 – Pete's "God or Nothing" Bit Explained 35:58 – How Much Time Pete Spends Thinking About God 38:21 – Pete on Prayer & Stage Nerves 43:37 – Competition in Comedy & Avoiding "Comedy Cancer" 49:29 – Balancing Ambition, Family & Knowing When to Slow Down 56:56 – Ed's Story: What His Dad's Death Taught Him About Life 1:00:11 – What Pete Wants You to Feel When You Leave His Show 1:03:30 – Final Thoughts Thank you for watching this video—Please Share it and get the word out! 👇 SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL👇 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIprGZAdzn3ZqgLmDuibYcw?sub_confirmation=1 ▶︎ Visit My WEBSITE | https://www.EdMylett.com #EdMylett #Motivation