# Navigating Success: Chad Betts on Living with Intention

> Discover how to redefine success and overcome self-limiting beliefs.

In today's episode, we explore how to redefine success with Chad Betts, an author and financial services professional with over 30 years of experience. Chad shares insights on overcoming self-limiting beliefs and navigating the ever-changing landscape of our lives and careers.

## Living with Intention

Chad kicks off our conversation with a powerful "what if" scenario:

**"What if I could live with intention so I can understand that success doesn't have an expiration date?"**

He emphasizes that success is an evolving journey rather than a fixed destination. No matter our past mistakes or our age, there remains an opportunity to find new paths to success.

## The Importance of Evolution

Chad reminds us that our goals should evolve as we do.

**"What we wanted when we were twenty is a lot different than what we want now. If we were still pursuing the success we envisioned at twenty, we'd be chasing something obsolete."**

This perspective invites us to reflect on how we've grown and how our aspirations should reflect our current selves.

## Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change

Fear of change often holds us back as we age. Chad discusses how inertia from our experiences can trap us in a single direction. He likens this to a tractor-trailer making a difficult turn, underscoring the need for gradual pivots in our lives.

**"Experience is a two-edged sword; it can help us build forward but also create inertia that keeps us in one direction."**

## Finding Confidence Through Action

To combat feelings of being stuck, Chad suggests looking back at past accomplishments to rebuild confidence. He encourages listeners to identify patterns in their successes and to take small, manageable actions toward their goals.

**"Fear comes from uncertainty, but confidence comes from action."**

Even small steps can lead to transformative changes in our lives.

## Reflections on Time and Opportunity

It's crucial to recognize that we often waste time on activities that don’t serve us. By being mindful of how we spend our days, we can carve out moments to pursue our passions.

Chad's advice:

**"Instead of watching TV or doom scrolling online, dedicate that time to something that fuels your soul, even if it's just for half an hour a week."**

Chad's conversation is a timely reminder that it’s never too late to pursue our passions and redefine what success means to us.

For more insights and a deeper dive into our discussion, listen to the full episode.