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Grit Meets Growth

Grit Meets Growth

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 Chris Cathers and John Gamades bring you Grit Meets Growth... The podcast where we explore the power of getting uncomfortable, making things happen, and creating a magnetic life. Are you ready?

Chris Cathers is the co-founder and CEO of Octellient, an information security expert, advisor and coach, and a cancer survivor.

John Gamades is a co-founder and partner at the marketing agency OrangeBall Creative and the author of the Depth Not Width blog.

Both are proud husbands, dads, and leaders in all they do. Having experienced adversity, challenges, the pressure of being entrepreneurs, Grit Meets Growth is the authentic and raw sharing of their journeys.Copyright Grit Meets Growth Podcast Economics
Episodes
  • The Wake-Up Call: Staying the Same Is Easy (And That’s the Problem) - Episode 111

    The Wake-Up Call: Staying the Same Is Easy (And That’s the Problem) - Episode 111
    Jul 30 2025
    Staying the same is easy. It’s cozy, it’s familiar, and it doesn’t ask much of us. But what if that comfort is quietly holding you back from who you’re really meant to be? In this episode of the Grit Meets Growth podcast, we’re diving into the tug-of-war between comfort and growth. From personal stories about stepping out of the air-conditioned house into the heat, to breaking old habits that no longer serve us, we’re talking about what it takes to stop tolerating the status quo and start chasing the version of yourself you haven’t met yet. If you’ve ever felt stuck, knowing what you should do but not doing it, this one’s for you. Let’s get into it.

    Five insights from this epsiode:
    1. Staying the same is easy, but it costs you everything. Comfort demands nothing from you, but it quietly robs you of your potential, your purpose, and your growth.
    2. Discipline is the bridge between knowing and doing. You already know what you need to do. Discipline is what moves you from intention to action, especially when motivation fades.
    3. Small changes create massive momentum. Transformation doesn’t start with a giant leap. It starts with showing up, taking the first step, and building consistent habits.
    4. Who you surround yourself with determines how far you go. Growth accelerates in community. Accountability and encouragement from the right people push you further than you can go alone.
    5. Becoming who you’re meant to be means letting go of who you’ve been. Change is uncomfortable. You might outgrow relationships, habits, or routines. That’s the price of becoming the best version of yourself.

    ONE TRUTH:
    Staying the same feels safe, but it’s slowly stealing your potential. Growth demands discomfort, discipline, and change. If you want to become who you’re meant to be, you have to stop choosing easy.
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    37 mins
  • What Matters Most: Leaning Into Priorities and Letting Go Of Distractions - Episode 110

    What Matters Most: Leaning Into Priorities and Letting Go Of Distractions - Episode 110
    Jul 16 2025
    This episode is all about priorities—how they shift, how they shape us, and how we sometimes get them wrong before we get them right. We unpack what it means to live with intention, why peace and purpose matter more than hustle and grind, and how redefining success can change everything. From fatherhood and marriage to leadership and legacy, we take a raw, honest look at what it means to grow as a man—and why action is the bridge between what we say matters and how we actually live. If you’ve ever felt the drift or needed a reset, this one’s for you.

    Here are 5 key takeaways from the episode:
    1. Priorities shift with seasons. What matters in your 20s may not matter in your 40s or 50s. Being willing to reevaluate and realign your priorities is part of growth.
    2. Peace is the new ambition. Hustle and grind have their place, but lasting success includes rest, clarity, and inner peace. You don’t have to earn rest—it's essential.
    3. Brotherhood creates accountability. The right circle will call you out, lift you up, and keep your priorities in check. Growth happens best in community.
    4. Legacy matters more than image. At some point, it’s less about what people see and more about the impact you leave behind—in your family, your business, and your life.
    5. Action reveals your real priorities. If you say something matters but aren’t taking action on it, it might not be a true priority. Your choices expose what’s really important.
    One Truth: Your priorities shape your reality—and if your actions don’t align with what you say matters, it’s time for a gut check.
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    35 mins
  • Action Over Everything: When The Way Forward Is Through - Episode 109

    Action Over Everything: When The Way Forward Is Through - Episode 109
    Jul 2 2025
    In this episode, we dive headfirst into one of the most important (but often overlooked) ingredients of growth: taking action. From gut-level realignment to stepping out of your comfort zone, we unpack what it looks like to stop thinking and start moving.

    Whether it’s your health, your relationships, your work, or the dreams you’ve kept on the shelf for too long, this conversation challenges you to stop waiting until you “feel ready” and take the first step, because clarity, confidence, and momentum are all built through action. We’re not talking theory here. We’re talking about real, gritty decisions that move you forward. So hit play, lean in, and more than anything—do something with what we’re sharing in today’s episode.

    Action creates alignment.
    When life feels off, whether it’s your work, relationships, or personal goals, it’s often a sign you're out of alignment. The fix? Take intentional action to realign with your values and purpose.

    Comfort is the enemy of growth.
    Staying “comfortably uncomfortable” keeps you stuck. Growth only happens when you’re willing to step into discomfort, embrace the unknown, and move anyway.

    Fear and overthinking kill momentum.
    Fear doesn’t stop you, your response to fear does. Overthinking, waiting for confidence, and playing out worst-case scenarios keep you paralyzed. Confidence comes after the action, not before it.

    Your energy is an investment. Spend it wisely.
    Hustling at work while neglecting your marriage, kids, or personal health is a misalignment. Redirect your action toward what matters most, not just what screams the loudest.

    Goals change… just don’t stop moving.
    It’s okay to rewrite your goals midyear. What’s not okay is giving up on them. Realign, refocus, and take the next step. The second half of the year is yours to own—if you take action.

    One Truth
    Clarity, confidence, and growth don’t come from thinking… they come from doing.
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    32 mins
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