Stop Taking Setbacks Personally — Move Forward with For You, Not To You— Tommy Rodriguez | Ep 232

Every so often, we meet someone whose outlook reframes how we see the world. In this episode, I sat down with Tommy Rodriguez to explore the mantra that’s shaped his journey: “For you, not to you.” Tommy shares how this simple shift has helped him find purpose and peace through some of life’s biggest changes—including leaving a successful career to start his own business. He opens up about the doubts and fears that come with making big moves, and how embracing the lessons in our hardest moments can open doors we never saw coming. Whether it was a canceled massage that led to his very first coaching client, or learning to act when he’s only “60% ready,” Tommy’s wisdom is a reminder that setbacks can be setups. If you’re looking for inspiration to get unstuck, trust your growth, and turn obstacles into opportunities, this conversation is packed with stories and insights you’ll carry into your own “next step.”

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Chapters
00:00 Career Crossroads and New Directions
00:43 Meet Tommy Rodriguez
01:02 “For You, Not To You” Explained
01:35 Big Life Events and Letting Go
02:00 The Leap Into Entrepreneurship
04:05 Preparing To Start A Business
05:35 The 60% Ready Mindset
06:27 Everyday Examples of the Mantra
08:00 When Setbacks Become Setups
08:17 First Client, Unexpected Opportunity
10:37 Building Confidence Like A Muscle
11:29 Coaching, Credibility, and Living It
13:59 Habits, Self-Sabotage, and Change
15:08 The Importance of Mentors
15:45 Connect With Tommy Rodriguez
16:09 Final Reflections and Takeaways

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