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What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it? The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores the pivotal moments that define true growth and the work that went into getting ready for it. Through candid conversation and detailed personal accounts, guests share their unique experiences of overcoming challenges, embracing transformation, and what it takes to get ready for every step of their growth journey.
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GrowthReady Podcast

What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it?

The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores the pivotal moments that define true growth and the work that went into getting ready for it. Through candid conversation and detailed personal accounts, guests share their unique experiences of overcoming challenges, embracing transformation, and what it takes to get ready for every step of their growth journey.

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Episode 302: How Obsession (Not Goals) Unlocks Your Growth with Alan Franks

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Jan. 14, 2026

Episode 302: How Obsession (Not Goals) Unlocks Your Growth with Alan …

About the Guest: Alan Franks is a financial planner, entrepreneur, speaker, and the author of Empowered Money . With 15+ years of experience helping individuals align their finances with their fullest lives, Alan’s obsession ...

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Jan. 7, 2026

Episode 301: Unlock Calm, Clarity & Purpose, Even If Your Mind Never …

About the Guest: Benedict Beaumont is a breathwork facilitator, transformational teacher, and guide who helps high-performers reconnect with their inner wisdom, emotional clarity, and personal potential, all through the acces...

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Dec. 31, 2025

Episode 300: Belief, Effort, and the Willingness to Say Yes with Pat …

About the Guest: Pat Fellows is an entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and co-founder of Fresh Junkie Racing , one of the leading endurance event organizations in the southeastern United States. With decades of experience in coa...

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Dec. 24, 2025

Episode 299: Transform Your Life, Even If You’ve Been Stuck for Years…

About the Guest : Justin Burgess is a Louisiana-based insurance entrepreneur, health advocate, and rising voice in the fitness and performance world. After spending years stuck in mediocrity, overweight, unhealthy, and settli...

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Dec. 17, 2025

Episode 298: Build a Growth Mindset That Thrives in Constant Change w…

About the Guest: Tim Cakir is the Founder of AI Operator and a seasoned growth leader with over a decade of experience spanning growth marketing, executive leadership, and AI enablement. Formerly a CEO leading teams of 100+ p...

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Dec. 10, 2025

Episode 297: From Fixing Laundromats to Building a $100M Empire: Why …

About the Guest: Sardor Umrdinov is a serial entrepreneur, founder, and ecosystem builder who went from growing up in Uzbekistan without basic resources — including a refrigerator — to running one of the largest appliance rep...

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Dec. 3, 2025

Episode 296: Relentless Resilience Even If You Feel Broken w/ Dr. Joh…

About the Guest: Dr. John A. King is a poet, author of 27 books, speaker, former executive, and trauma-focused performance strategist who helps high-achieving leaders confront the internal battles they’ve spent a lifetime avo...

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Nov. 26, 2025

Episode 295: Ask Better Questions Even If You’re Afraid of Not Having…

About the guest: Jen Mueller is a veteran sports broadcaster with more than 20 years on NFL and MLB sidelines, including as the longtime team reporter for the Seattle Seahawks. She’s known for her mastery of strategic communi...

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Reviews

A Winner!
Steve Mellor brings you stories of amazing people that know what takes to succeed. Every episode has something to offer for everyone. Awesome job, Steve! #GoPack
A Must Listen!
5 Stars form me! Career Competitor is a great show that digs into the athletes mind, helps other foster their competive spirit, and better themselves and their lives. Steve does a great job of bringing a fun conversation while pulling out actionable advice from his guests.
Great Podcast!
For someone that isn’t overly into sports, this podcast is very entertaining and I’ve found myself laughing out loud several times for each episode!