Your Best Year Yet - Goal Setting For 2026 | The Mens Collective | Ep. 054

Each bloke needs to set goals.
No excuses.

In this episode, Your Best Year Yet, Wayno sits down with the whole crew to kick off 2026 with intent.

Joined by Mikie, Jamie, Chrisso and Stevo, the fellas have a raw and honest conversation about why most men stay busy but stuck, and what actually changes when a man decides to hold himself to a higher standard and starts writing things down.

This is not about dreaming bigger.
It’s about taking responsibility for the life you are building.

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In this episode, we break down three core truths every man needs to face.

DIRECTION WITH ACCOUNTABILITY
Most men stay busy because it gives the illusion of progress. Direction means nothing unless you are willing to be held accountable to it by your word, your standards, and the men around you. Without accountability, effort turns into noise.

DISCIPLINE OVER COMFORT AND EXCUSES
Comfort keeps men average. We talk straight about the habits and excuses that quietly sabotage progress. Discipline only works when comfort is challenged and standards are enforced. Growth requires pressure, not ease.

ACTION BACKED BY OWNERSHIP
Goals mean nothing without follow through. We challenge the idea of someday and focus on real timelines, real actions, and full ownership. No execution means the goal was never real.

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This episode is for men who are done talking about change and ready to live it.

If you want this year to actually look different from the last, this conversation will challenge you to step up, take responsibility, and lead your life with intent.

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EPISODE SEGMENTS

Ask Us Anything
Question:
Hey fellas, I’m a big believer in discipline and standards for myself, but behind the scenes I’ve got habits I’d be embarrassed to say out loud. Nothing illegal, just enough to keep me stuck and feeling like crap. I know I’m not being authentic and wouldn’t mind some advice.

Out and About
Community:
The boys chat about the BBQ and Wayno getting a sausage sandwich thrown at him.

Meetups:
The crew talk about recent meetups and some big news coming.

The Week That Was
From the Bondi terror attack, to Albo’s new hate speech laws, to Trump wanting Greenland.

Man vs Machine
Question:
Why do men cling to roles even after those roles stop giving them meaning?

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This is the year excuses die and ownership begins.

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Watch and Listen

Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/show/25atM2TRH06ePccTzrl5kW

Apple Podcasts
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/average-joes-men-s-collective/id1704231661

YouTube
https://youtube.com/@averagejoesmenscollective

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Join the Movement
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Please Note
The views expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests, not any organisation. Listener discretion is advised.