In this raw and reflective episode of Champion Reads, Coach Willie Blake and Ian Stermer put themselves in the hot seat with Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Instead of just reviewing the book, the trio takes a personal approach—sharing which habit is their biggest strength, which one is their biggest weakness, and which habit they think would make the biggest difference for the others on the show.💡 Key Ideas Covered:1️⃣ Our Strength HabitsEach host shares the one habit they feel strongest in—whether it’s proactivity, prioritizing first things first, or sharpening the saw. These stories show where the 7 Habits already play out in their lives and leadership.2️⃣ Our Weakness HabitsWhich habit is hardest to practice consistently? From struggling with “begin with the end in mind” to battling against the pull of urgency over importance, the team gets vulnerable about where they fall short.3️⃣ The Habits We’d Choose for Each OtherIn a fun twist, each host points out which habit they believe would take the other to the next level. Sometimes affirming, sometimes challenging—but always real.4️⃣ Practical Insights for ListenersThe episode highlights how different habits can be strengths for some and weaknesses for others, and how accountability and outside perspective can accelerate growth.🎤 Why It Hits Different:This isn’t theory—it’s personal. By holding up the mirror to themselves and each other, the Champion Reads crew models what growth looks like in action: honest self-reflection, real feedback, and the humility to admit what still needs work.🎧 Subscribe to Champion Reads for conversations that go beyond book reviews and turn bestselling principles into powerful, personal growth journeys.🌐 Learn more and join the Champion Circle at: https://www.mychampioncircle.com#ChampionReads #7Habits #StephenRCovey #PersonalGrowth #SelfReflection #LeadershipHabits #ChampionCircle

In this massive Champion Reads special, Coach Willie Blake, Jon Kovach Jr., and Ian Stermer take the Rotten Tomatoes–style rating system to the next level. Instead of just rating a few, they go back and score every book they’ve covered so far that hasn’t been officially rated—bringing humor, hot takes, and honest opinions.This isn’t about theory—it’s about what actually stuck, what actually worked, and what still shapes how they live and lead today.💡 Key Segments in This Episode:🍅 The Ratings GauntletOne by one, the team revisits books from earlier episodes and gives them a 1–10 score—explaining the highs, lows, and biggest lessons learned.⚔️ The DebatesNot everyone agrees, and that’s where the fun begins. Some books get instant praise, others get roasted, and some spark full-on debates.🏆 The Top 5 CountdownAt the end, the crew reveals their official Champion Reads Top 5 Books of All Time (so far)—the ones that truly shaped their businesses, lives, and mindsets.🎉 Why This Episode MattersIt’s part celebration, part reflection, and part playful banter. Whether you’re new to the show or have been along since Episode 1, this one is your roadmap to the books that made the biggest difference.👥 What You’ll Take AwayWhich books are actually worth re-reading.Which “big-name” bestsellers didn’t hold up.The 5 books that stand above the rest for entrepreneurs, leaders, and champions.🎧 Subscribe to Champion Reads for authentic, high-energy conversations that don’t just review books—they turn them into action-ready wisdom.🌐 Learn more and join the Champion Circle at: https://www.mychampioncircle.com#ChampionReads #BusinessBooks #BookRatings #Top5Books #RottenTomatoesStyle #ChampionCircle

In this special edition of Champion Reads, Coach Willie Blake, Jon Kovach Jr., and Ian Stermer turn book reviews into a fun Rotten Tomatoes–style showdown. Instead of breaking down principles, the crew rates and debates three of their recent reads:The Underdog Advantage by Dean GraziosiOversubscribed by Daniel PriestleyThe Lean Startup by Eric Ries💡 What Goes Down in This Episode:The Ratings Game – Each host gives their 1–10 score and defends it (sometimes passionately).Best Ideas vs. Biggest Weaknesses – Which book delivered the most usable wisdom, and which one fell flat?Who Would You Recommend It To? – Not every book is for everyone—so we cut through the fluff and say who actually needs it.Laughs, Disagreements, and Hot Takes – From “this book changed my perspective” to “eh, didn’t land for me,” nothing is off the table.🔥 Why It’s Different:This isn’t a breakdown of frameworks—it’s the raw, unfiltered opinions of three entrepreneurs and coaches putting these books through the Champion Reads lens. Expect fun, debate, and a little book banter along the way.🎧 Subscribe to Champion Reads for high-level, high-energy conversations that don’t just review books—they turn them into real-world action.🌐 Learn more and join the Champion Circle at: https://www.mychampioncircle.com#BookRatings #ChampionReads #TheUnderdogAdvantage #Oversubscribed #TheLeanStartup #BusinessBooks #RottenTomatoesStyle #ChampionCircle