Entrepreneur and devoted dad Matt Masters joins Gabriel “The ProActivator” to unpack what it really looks like to live proactively—at home, at work, and in your head. Matt traces his path from launching a niche e-commerce brand in 2009, scaling to a warehouse and staff, then intentionally redesigning his life post-COVID to buy back time and freedom—including moving into lending and investing.

We dive into the ProActivator pillars (Faith, Family, Fitness, Focus, Fulfillment & Finances), how weekly family meetings build trust and accountability, and why most people get trapped in Quadrant 1 & 4 of the Time Management Quadrants. Matt gets real about parenting (when to be firm vs. hands-off), finding purpose beyond revenue, and using keystone habits to create momentum that sticks.

If you’ve ever wondered how to balance ambition with being present for your family—or how to shift from reactive living to intentional leadership—this one’s for you.

Highlights

• Matt’s origin story: crisis → clarity → company
• Buying back time: third-party logistics, passive lending & flexibility
• Family meetings that actually work (agenda, celebrations, improvements, budget)
• Eisenhower’s Time Quadrants and living in Quadrant 2
• Fitness & focus: rules, routines, and eliminating distractions
• Keystone habits that cascade into every area

Listen, take notes, and start acting like the future you—today.

• 00:00 — Welcome & what is a ProActivator
• 03:10 — Matt on faith, belief, and honesty with his kids
• 07:40 — Family pillar: being present, correcting with wisdom
• 12:25 — Family meetings: structure, agenda, budget
• 17:40 — Matt’s business journey: e-commerce → warehouse → lending
• 31:20 — Buying back time & redefining success
• 38:10 — The Time Management Quadrants (1–4)
• 45:30 — Focus: rules, schedules, and erasing distractions
• 52:00 — Fitness goals & accountability
• 58:10 — Keystone habits & identity shift
• 1:02:00 — Closing & next steps

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Hey, friends! This is Gabriel, the ProActivator, with a solo episode breaking down my six pillars: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, Focus, and Fulfillment. I share how they changed my life—listen up!

Hey, this is Gabriel, the ProActivator, welcoming you to the ProActivators Podcast! Today, I’m sharing a solo episode where I wrote this description to break down the six pillars that guide my life: Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, Focus, and Fulfillment. These aren’t just ideas—they’re how I’ve grown, with ups and downs, and I’ll share my stories to help you apply them.

Key Highlights:

• Faith: It’s my foundation. I gave my life to Christ at 11, drifted in my twenties, but recommitted mid-twenties—never looked back. Habits like daily prayer (for family, health) keep me grounded.
• Family: Being present for my wife and two teens (13 and 15) is key. Weekly Saturday 7:00 AM meetings cover wins, issues (like alarms), and values—love, toughness, structure.
• Fitness: I’ve loved it since teens but gained weight post-marriage. Now, gym at 5:00 AM, CrossFit, reading—lost 60 pounds since 2020. Reject sugar, stay consistent for strength and mindset.
• Finances: Ups and downs here—made money in solar/digital marketing but lacked consistency. Now separating accounts with my wife for better stewardship; inspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad and Dave Ramsey.
• Focus: Eradicated distractions with time-blocking (9-10: this task, etc.) using Grok—now unstoppable, no podcasts or news mid-day.
• Fulfillment: Giving without return, like coaching others or church tithing—joy comes from seeing lives change.

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Hey, this is Gabriel, the ProActivator, welcoming you to the ProActivators Podcast! Today, I’m excited to share my conversation with Gaston Llaca, a friend I met at the JCC Center playing basketball. I wrote this description to highlight his incredible journey at 65, turning life challenges into growth. Born in Spain to Cuban immigrants, Gaston’s life reflects the six ProActivator pillars: faith, family, fitness, finances, focus, and fulfillment.

Key Highlights:

• Faith Journey: Gaston deepened his faith in his late thirties, returning to church and learning to pray daily (4-5 minutes), asking blessings for his kids, family, and others like his cousin with stage four lung cancer. He loves faith-based movies like God’s Not Dead and serves as head usher at his church.
• Family Values: Raised in a tough divorced family, Gaston forgave his father after watching The Forge, vowing to be a wonderful father to his son and daughter. He regrets not devoting enough time to his ex-wife, a lesson he shares to help others.
• Fitness Passion: Gaston exercises four times weekly with basketball and swims, inspired by wanting to see his kids (born when he was 44-46) grow. He hasn’t been sick in 31 years, crediting chiropractic care, supplements, and cold showers—habits he adopted after my encouragement.
• Financial Stewardship: Laid off from Bacardi, Gaston adjusted to a 25% salary cut by living within his means, appreciating what he has—rent, a car.
• Focused Living: Once drifting, Gaston shifted in his late thirties with faith and routine (gym at 5:00 AM, biking), tackling tasks immediately as a single dad, rejecting comfort as the enemy of progress.
• Fulfillment Through Giving: Gaston donates to those in need, finding joy in giving at Christmas without expecting return, valuing time with loved ones over gifts.

Join the newsletter at proactivatorsclub.com/newsletter to connect! Share this with someone needing inspiration—let me know if it moves you.

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In this episode, Gabriel “The ProActivator” reflects on a powerful week of growth. Fresh off his first-ever seminar, he shares how audiences are hungry to wake up from distractions and step into their true potential. Gabriel revisits the Quadrant of Time Management and the Habit Loop, revealing why they remain game-changing tools for reclaiming time and building new habits.

But it’s not just about public wins—Gabriel opens up about a tough family meeting that tested his own teaching, proving that growth often comes through discomfort and honesty at home.

Plus, a look ahead at:

• The ProActivator Conference coming in September (already sold out).
• A special upcoming guest, a 65-year-old athlete who embodies ProActivator fitness.
• Plans for future seminars, conferences, and the upcoming book Unleash the ProActivator (Within).

This episode is a real mix of victory, vulnerability, and vision—showing what it means to live as a ProActivator every day.

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In this episode, Gabriel “The ProActivator” shares exciting updates, including his very first speaking engagement at the Charge Pros Conference, where he’ll present on mindset shift and the habit loop.

He dives deep into the Quadrant of Time Management, the power of living in Quadrant 2, and how to break free from comfort to unlock unstoppable growth.

Gabriel also reveals details about his upcoming ProActivator’s Experience — a private, transformational event for those ready to elevate their standards. This is a wake-up call to eradicate distractions, terminate bad habits, and embrace the discipline that creates lasting success.

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In this solo episode of the ProActivators Podcast, Gabriel “The ProActivator” breaks down one of the most powerful forces shaping your life: habits.

Drawing from The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg, Gabriel unpacks how habits work, why they control more of your life than you realize, and how to start building new patterns that edify your life — instead of letting old routines run the show.

He shares:

• The core habit loop: Cue → Routine → Reward
• How your brain creates habits to save energy
• Why you can’t erase a habit — but you can replace it
• How Gabriel created a new 4 AM reading habit (and gave up sugar and evening distractions)
• Why small, consistent changes lead to massive transformation
• How to eliminate distractions and reclaim your time

💡 “Once you own your habits, you become unstoppable.”

This episode isn’t about theory — it’s about real-life application, personal examples, and the ProActivator way: building habits that serve your purpose and eliminate the ones that don’t.

🎧 Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to level up, this episode will equip you to take back control and become the leader you're called to be.

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Hey, friends! This is Gabriel, the ProActivator, with a solo episode to exercise your mind on discipline. I share how I structure my life with early workouts, CrossFit, and time-blocking for growth. Get inspired! (169 characters)

Show Notes: Hey, this is Gabriel, the ProActivator, welcoming you to the ProActivators Podcast! Today, I’m bringing a solo episode with some real mental exercise on discipline—a topic I love. I wrote this description to share how discipline drives my growth. Most avoid it, but I thrive on it, applying it across my life (though I’m still refining some areas). Structure is my foundation, and I’ll break down disciplines you can adopt.

Key Highlights:

• Morning Strength Training: I hit the gym at 5:00 AM for a peaceful workout—no crowds, no chatter, just focus. It’s heaven compared to the 5:00 PM chaos I avoid.
• CrossFit Commitment: I’ve done CrossFit over two years, loving the challenge and competitive spirit. The pain during reps (burpees, muscle ups, pull-ups) turns to endorphin-fueled pride after—my watch keeps ticking 10-15 minutes post-workout!
• Prayer Routine: I pray 15 minutes before work, talking to the Lord with gratitude. It’s a discipline that grounds me.
• Time-Blocking Success: As an entrepreneur, I was scattered until I started using ChatGPT and Grok to create daily time-blocked to-do lists. It eradicated distractions—no Pivot podcast or news—and boosted my productivity.
• Family Meetings: Every Saturday at 7:00 AM, we hold structured family meetings with an agenda to celebrate wins, address issues (like fixing alarms), and improve together.
• Church Habit: We go to church to worship and teach our kids about Christ—a staple discipline.
• Rules for Growth: Discipline needs rules, like brushing teeth or stopping at red lights. Add rules to new habits, and they become automatic. Stick to them!

Join my ProActivators Club at proactivatorsclub.com/newsletter to connect! Share this with someone needing discipline—let me know if it resonates.

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In this solo episode of the ProActivators Podcast, Gabriel "The ProActivator" delivers a passionate wake-up call about the most valuable resource we often neglect: time.

He shares a raw, personal realization from this year — that despite feeling productive, much of his time was misaligned with his goals. And like most people, he was caught in distractions disguised as meaningful activity.

But once Gabriel became intentional with how he spent every hour — tracking, budgeting, and guarding his time — everything changed.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why social media and news are engineered to steal your time
• The mindset shift that helps you say no to distractions
• Why time management is spiritual, mental, and strategic
• How to build a high-frequency lifestyle, brick by brick
• Why greatness isn’t loud — it’s consistent

You’ll also hear how Gabriel uses daily time audits, avoids the endless scroll, and posts with purpose — all while building a mindset that elevates him far above the noise.

💡 “When you own your time, you own your life.”

This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, distracted, or behind — and ready to take full ownership of their future.

Thanks for tuning in to the ProActivators Podcast, where we crush procrastination and build state-of-the-art leaders! 🚀 Don’t wait for change—create it. Subscribe for weekly episodes on faith, family, fitness, finances, and leadership. Join our community and get exclusive tips at proactivatorsclub.com/newsletter. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook: @ProActivators Let’s elevate together! #ProActivatorsPodcast