Ray Edwards Show

Coming up this week… Finally…The Listener Appreciation Show! Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Feature Segment: “The Listener Appreciation Show” This episode is going to be a little different, it’s all about you! Sean and I will be reading some of the the 252 reviews you’ve left for the podcast in iTunes and commenting on them. This is totally off script, we haven’t previewed these reviews so we are venturing bravely into the unknown! Included in this week’s episode: An off the cuff review of Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice (1:40) Adventures in hosting (9:50) SEO is voodoo (15:40) Seedlings of Value (16:45) Beware of scams! (18:15) The 3 Types of Goals (21:40) Richard Branson, Elon Musk, and Mark Zuckerberg living on the moon (22:40) What constitutes a “worthwhile goal”? (23:35) A gun is not an argument (24:24) The three C’s you need to achieve your goals (24:47) The curse of the White Fudge Covered Oreos (29:10) How to successfully “Ride the Elephant” (31:55) Ray channels his inner Peter Griffin (32:40) How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript. 

Coming up this week… Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? A magic photo bag that is bigger on the inside than it is on the outside And a remarkable conversation with Mark Goblowski, creator of the Strength Through the Struggle podcast Click here to download or listen to this episode […]

Coming up this week… Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? A magic photo bag that is bigger on the inside than it is on the outside And a remarkable conversation with Mark Goblowski, creator of the Strength Through the Struggle podcast Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people? Here’s the short answer…He doesn’t. In this week’s episode I’ll give you a scripture-based answer to back this up, but here’s all you really need to know: God is good. The devil is bad. ‘Nuff said. Tip Of The Week A magic photo bag that is bigger on the inside than it is on the outside. I have been faced with a travel dilemma for some time now. I live in a smallish city that often requires me to take smaller regional jets with limited overhead bin space to get where I need to go. That’s a problem because I travel with my photo gear, business essentials, and my carry-on bag with my clothes. All that baggage makes me look like a sherpa loaded down to climb some great mountain. This is not a good look for me by the way. Enter the Airport Essentials photo bag, from ThinkTank. It checks all the boxes that I need in a bag, and the best part is that it’s magically bigger on the inside than it is on the outside. Feature Segment: “How To Overcome Everything” A remarkable conversation with Mark Goblowsky, creator of the Strength Through the Struggle podcast. My guest this week is someone who has been through some crazy trials in his life, and the way he has responded has been an inspiration to me. Here are some of the things you’ll learn this week from my friend Mark Goblowsky: The personal tragedy that inspired the Strength Through the Struggle mission [13:52] The power of testimony [15:14] Testimonies are all around us [15:44] The Scriptural basis for testimony [16:15] What to do when it feels like hope is slipping away [16:59] When hope disappears, action goes with it [17:53] The role of martial arts in high-speed problem solving [18:40] The world in-between [20:08] How to answer the question, “Why did this happen to me?” [20:20] Defeating emotional and spiritual challenges [21:58] The overcoming power of love [23:20] Create what you want to consume [24:20] Mark’s top 3 podcast episodes [25:30] The power of perspective [29:55] Transforming the realities of life [32:30] Resources Mentioned In This Episode New Living Translation Bible Great Message from John Piper Airport Essentials photo bag, from ThinkTank Strength Through the Struggle podcast with Mark Goblowsky Free Download: The 7 Lessons Learned by Going Through the Hard Things in Life by Mark Goblowsky How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

Coming up this week… How to triple your productivity… instantly. If God wants us healed, healthy, and wealthy… then why aren’t we? and then, of course, 7 Lessons Learned at the Gym From My Son” Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations If God wants us healed, healthy, and wealthy… […]

Coming up this week… How to triple your productivity… instantly. If God wants us healed, healthy, and wealthy… then why aren’t we? and then, of course, 7 Lessons Learned at the Gym From My Son” Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations If God wants us healed, healthy, and wealthy… then why aren’t we? Not long ago a man emailed me to ask me a tough question. “I was listening to your message. My wife and I are Christians for many years. We both believe that God will and can prosper us. But we have no more money. I have no job. We have debt. My wife has diabetes. We believe in healing, but we have not seen it. We believe in prosperity, but we are broke. We believe in it, but it is not working.” In this episode, I’ll tell you how I answered him… Tip Of The Week How to triple your productivity… instantly. Being productive is more about eliminating resistance (drag) than about getting better at anything. Here are 3 simple practices that, in my experience, will triple your output: Do one thing at a time, for a focused block of time (using a digital timer), to the exclusion of all else. Check email only once per day. Accept no incoming phone calls, and return voicemails only once per day. And here’s the thing: for these practices to work, you can’t do them half-heartedly. You must be a fanatic. You must bring intensity to the game. Try it with full-on emotional intensity for one week and see the difference in your output. If you want to go beyond productivity and become more EFFECTIVE (not just EFFICIENT) in every area of your life, you may want to consider attending the webinar with Michael Hyatt this week at https://rayedwards.com/bye-webinar This week, Michael will be showing you the seven steps you can take to use goal-setting to design the life you really want. This is going to help you have your best year ever in 2017. Feature Segment: “7 Lessons Learned at the Gym From My Son” I’ve been on a personal health quest over the last few months, proactively taking control of what I’m eating and the quality and frequency of the physical exercise I get. The results are clear. I’ve lost over 50 pounds, had to buy a new belt, and had to buy some new clothes. I have a lot more progress to make, but it’s been a very encouraging, if somewhat challenging experience. I’ve tried to take control of my health in the past, and frankly didn’t have a great deal of success, at least not long-term. This time, I decided to try something different: I have enlisted an accountability partner that I absolutely don’t want to disappoint. That accountability partner is my son, Sean Edwards. Sean is a great accountability partner and coach because he is unrelentingly truthful in his assessment of how I’m doing (“Hey dad, when you do those squats you need to go all the way down…”). He has a great sense of humor, and he is a good teacher. This week I share seven lessons I have learned from Sean in our time working out together. Here’s a little preview of what you’ll learn… The single best way to overcome inertia…doing this one this thing is half the battle. The secret to getting more from what you’re already doing. Here’s a hint…intensity matters. The truth about how to work with your physiology instead of against it…this works every single time. What most coaches and trainers don’t want you to know…this one thing will dramatically amplify your results. Plus – I’ll share the sneaky way to achieve things you think are impossible…it’s easier than you think! All this and more awaits you inside this episode! How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.   

Coming up this week… A free training that will give you the seven steps you can take to design the life you want. How to avoid your own personal 40 years in the desert and then, of course, The Most Powerful Life-Change Force In the World Click here to download or listen to this episode […]

Coming up this week… A free training that will give you the seven steps you can take to design the life you want. How to avoid your own personal 40 years in the desert and then, of course, The Most Powerful Life-Change Force In the World Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations How To Avoid 40 Years In The Desert. Whether you’re a spiritual person or not, I believe the key to changing your outcome for the year is hidden within a story from the Bible that illustrates the power of our thoughts to influence the course of our lives. Here are some things to think about: God hasn’t promised us the “just enough.” His present-day will for us is not last-minute, enough-for-the-day, wilderness rations … he wants us to receive the abundant gifts of the “land flowing with milk and honey.” God’s original plan for Israel was to take their Promised Land in days, not decades. Even though it took Israel 40 years to be ready, if you have faith, I believe you can move mountains in just 40 days. In this episode I’m going to show you how to do this by using “The 3 Be-Attitudes That Stoke The Fires of Faith.” You can march directly up to the border of the Promised Land, cross over, and receive the blessings of your dreams fulfilled. You can still meet your goals. Just don’t give up. Tip Of The Week How do they do it? You know who I'm talking about… It's the person who, regardless of how much they have going on in their life, always seems in control of it all. Is it some super power? It's not. These people understand something about setting and hitting big goals that most people miss. This week, New York Times bestselling author Michael Hyatt will be showing you the seven steps you can take to use goal-setting to design the life you want. This webinar is going to help you have your best year ever in 2017. https://rayedwards.com/bye-webinar There is no cost to attend. But you do need to register. So click the link above and claim your spot. Michael's free presentations have developed quite a reputation because they of the highest quality, and he usually creates a workbook to enhance your experience. However, just know that they typically max out so make sure you claim your spot early: https://rayedwards.com/bye-webinar Feature Segment: “The Most Powerful Life-Change Force In The World” When I was still in my twenties, I went to Parris Island, South Carolina, to see my brother Mark graduate with his classmates (I’m pretty sure they would all be horrified to know I just called them that) from Marine Corps boot camp. I don’t pretend to know what going through boot camp was like for my brother Mark. He has told me some stories, but I have a feeling this is a secret society you can only fully understand if you have been there yourself. What I do know is this: I saw the transformation boot camp wrought in Mark’s life, and in the lives of all the young men who were part of his graduating class… In this episode, I show you how, like my brother Mark, you can learn to harness “The Power of Emotional Gravity” to achieve any transformation you desire.And it only takes 3 simple steps. Knowing this secret should give you a great deal of hope. If you have not reached the outcomes you want from your life, whether it be in personal or business matters (or both), listening to this episode is the first place to start. How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

Coming up this week… A free ebook on the 8 strategies successful people are using now to accomplish more next year. Why I believe it’s proper for Christians to set goals…it’s even our “sacred duty.” And then, of course, 5 Good Reasons to Set Goals for 2017 (Even If You Hate Goal-Setting) Click here to […]

Coming up this week… A free ebook on the 8 strategies successful people are using now to accomplish more next year. Why I believe it’s proper for Christians to set goals…it’s even our “sacred duty.” And then, of course, 5 Good Reasons to Set Goals for 2017 (Even If You Hate Goal-Setting) Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations There are those in the family of faith that believe that setting goals is “sinful arrogance”. The argument for this belief comes from the book of James in the New Testament. James, the brother of Jesus, says this… “Come now, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we will go into such and such a town and spend a year there and trade and make a profit’— yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes. Instead you ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.’ As it is, you boast in your arrogance. All such boasting is evil. (James 4:13-16) James is echoing the sentiment of this passage from the Old Testament: “Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.” (Proverbs 27:1) Do these verses teach us that setting goals is sinful arrogance? I don’t think so. In fact, I think it is our duty as Christians to set goals, and I have three strong reasons to support that assertion. We’ll get to those in a moment, but first I want to tackle this idea that Christians should not set goals at all. People who hold this view (that goal-setting is wrong) usually offer as argument the idea that they are “free to be led by the Spirit”. They want to be sure they are “open to God’s will”. There are at least three incorrect pre-suppostions embedded within this position. If this is your belief, you are assuming: Your “feelings” and “promptings” are the one and only infallible way of accessing God’s specific plan and will for any situation. You can only trust those feelings of yours to know when you are “in God’s will”. Hello, scary cult leader. Our emotions are important for relating to God and what He is saying, but they don’t rule over everything else. Sometimes our feelings are just inaccurate. Even Jesus experienced this. In the Garden of Gethsemane the night before His crucifixion, he was emotionally distressed and asked God to spare him from the horrors that lay ahead. But Jesus ultimately conceded, “Not my will but Yours.” Emotionally, he did not want to experience what was to come – but He knew it had to be done, and He did it. The second pre-supposition those opposed to goal-setting make is that Holy Spirit only leads us spontaneously – that He never leads us to make plans. That is simply not supported by scripture. Paul made plans (Romans 1:13). The early Apostles made plans ( Acts 6:1-3). Jesus made plans (Matthew 10:5-15). Finally, those holding the “no goal-setting” view are disregarding the fact that we can also hear the voice of the Holy Spirit though God’s written word. The Bible makes it clear that we can receive fresh revelation from god through his written word ( Matthew 4:4, 2 Timothy 3:15-17). Just like we are supposed to be good stewards of our wealth, we are also supposed to be good stewards of our life. Selah. Tip Of The Week Get Michael Hyatt’s ebook, “Achieve What Matters in 2017”. This is an incredible download. More than 30 thought leaders, influencers, and high achievers all share their top strategies for starting the year off with a bang. You'll recognize many of the names as they include multiple best-selling authors, speakers, and leaders of their respected fields. People like: Tony Robbins John Maxwell Dave Ramsey Marie Forleo Andy Andrews Jeff Walker Amy Porterfield Lysa TerKeurst Andy Stanley Chalene Johnson Lewis Howes and many others… It's all available here. As we get closer to the start of 2017, the timing on this couldn't be any better. The insights were pretty incredible, so make sure you take a look for yourself… Also watch for the Free LifeScore App Wednesday, November 30th, (day after tomorrow, if you’re listening to this on release day)… If life were a game, what would your score be? Even if you aren't competitive, how would you rank each area of your life? Would you give yourself a good score with your health? What about your finances or relationships? What if there was a way you could measure yourself in the areas that matter most–so that you can improve? What if you could get an overall score for your life, take it to the next level, and create the life you want? Well, now you can. If you’re not on our email list, get signed up today so we can notify you when this is released Wednesday, or you can go to https://rayedwards.com/lifescore (that link will not work until Wednesday, November 30th). Feature Segment: “5 Good Reasons to Set Goals for 2017 (Even If You Hate Goal-Setting)” You have goals already – wouldn’t you rather set them consciously? If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Goals keep you moving forward, even when it’s tough. Having written, measurable goals keeps you accountable. If you want to be your best possible self, you must have a plan to achieve that. Some additional thoughts: To be effective goals must be written, measurable, and regularly measured. There are many systems for setting goals, the one that has worked best for me is Michael Hyatt’s 5 Days to Your Best Year Ever. When Michael opens up BYE, I hope you’ll join me in the journey for 2017. How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

Coming up this week… Good reasons to get a “checkup from the neck up” and eliminate your “stinkin thinkin”. How to avoid a common, heart breaking loss. It’s a shame so many people suffer this, when it’s so easy to avoid. And … “Why I Won't Promote Your Product” Click here to download or listen […]

Coming up this week… Good reasons to get a “checkup from the neck up” and eliminate your “stinkin thinkin”. How to avoid a common, heart breaking loss. It’s a shame so many people suffer this, when it’s so easy to avoid. And … “Why I Won't Promote Your Product” Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations The single best way to eliminate your “stinkin thinkin”. We know that we must guard our thoughts, but did you know this is not just a “positive thinking” idea – we find this same advice in the book of Proverbs. Plus in this episode we reveal what it really means to “Fear the Lord”. This may be the most important thing you hear all day! Tip Of The Week I was in the Apple Store getting my 7+, and I overheard this snippet of conversation, “She dropped the phone in the water and just wants her photos.” People… use iCloud to back up your phone! PAY FOR IT. It’s 0.99 cents a month for Pete’s sake! And by the way, check out iCloud Drive…it’s awesome! Feature Segment: “Why I Won't Promote Your Product” Let me start by saying that I like you, and I want you to succeed…but I won’t promote your stuff. That may sound harsh, but in this episode I expose the 7 Problems That Stop Me From Promoting Your Product. But before you despair and give up all hope, I also have 7 Solutions to the 7 Problems. Understanding this information could save you from a lifetime of fractured relationships with potential partners, and instead illuminate a profitable path forward with more friends (and sales) than you can shake a stick at. How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

You probably know “the money is in the list” – the email list. Notably, your email list. The people to whom you have permission to send marketing emails. Press send. Make money. But how does one get an email list. That's what today's episode is all about. Halloween is behind us, and the Presidential election is on the horizon…which is a great reason to check out my latest YouTube video appropriately titled, Who to Vote For in the Presidential Election. A good reason to spend $5,000. And “How to Get 10,000 Subscribers in 9 Days” (sort of). Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations Do you know your spiritual ABC’s? No, it doesn’t mean Always Be Closing. Instead, it’s a way of remembering how to communicate with people in a way that is both meaningful and effective. The Apostle Paul was a master communicator, and in this episode, we’re going to show you how you can use his principles in your business communications – whether you’re speaking to a small staff or a huge stadium. Using Paul’s communication model, you’ll capture people’s attention at a heart-level. They will be ready to receive your message…because people don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care. Tip Of The Week I promised you a good reason to spend $5,000 and here it is…the new MacBook Pro is out! Why am I so excited about this? Let me count the ways… Touch Bar 2TB SSD Lightning-fast processor Killer graphics A display so amazing it will make you weep And for those of you keeping score, when you add on all the extra goodies… you’re awfully close to $5,000. It’s another good reason to build a profitable online business (as if you needed another reason). Feature Segment: “How to Get 10,000 Subscribers in 9 Days (sort of)” So often, when people tell you how to add large numbers of subscribers to your list, they do so out of theory. We’re actually going to pull back the curtain on a promotion we just conducted, and tell you exactly what we did. I say you can get 10,000 subscribers in 9 days “sort of”. What I mean by “sort of” is  while the promotion lasted 9 days, the preparation time was much longer. The promotion was for our Copywriting Virtual Summit. The summit is a gathering of the greatest minds in copywriting and marketing. Inside this episode, we reveal the details of how we generated those 10,000 subscribers including: The near-magic power of “OPL”. This accelerates list growth like gasoline accelerates a fire. Why a specific kind of mailing means the most. HINT: it’s better to be invited to a party than show up unannounced. How to craft an offer that compels email signups. This is where almost everyone drops the ball. How to make list-growth a self-funding activity. Do this and you won’t need a marketing budget – your marketing pays for itself. We also go the extra mile and reveal what went well, and maybe more importantly, what we could do better next time. This episode is like the Invisible Man… totally transparent! How To Help Subscribe to the show through iTunes and give us a rating and review. Make sure you put your real name and website in the text of the review itself. We will mention you on this show. Get The Transcript Right-Click and “Save As” to Get the PDF Transcript.

You probably know “the money is in the list” – the email list. Notably, your email list. The people to whom you have permission to send marketing emails. Press send. Make money. But how does one get an email list. That's what today's episode is all about. Halloween is behind us, and the Presidential election […]

Email marketing can be a scary proposition. In this episode, we’ll be your personal ghostbusters and turn the trick of email marketing into a treat. Who ya gonna call? Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations I’m sure you’ve heard people talk about speaking the life you want into reality, but are you aware that this is totally scriptural? I’ll prove it to you…better yet, I’ll let Steve Backlund from Bethel Church in Redding, CA prove it you. All this information can be found on Steve’s website IgnitingHope.com. Tip of the Week My friend Justin Livingston made an excellent point at a conference I attended recently. Specifically, he was talking about the laziness he sees in how email marketing. The answer? Small efforts that yield big results. Listen in this week as we reveal 3 small changes you can make that can put big profits in your wallet. Feature Presentation The Trick or Treat Email Marketing Guide We’ve been doing a series on product launches and how they work so you have the ability to make a lot of money in a short amount of time. Here’s a short review of what we’ve talked about so far: In Episode 254 we shared 3 Reasons We Love Launches. In Episode 255 we revealed 7 Reasons Why You MUST Master Launch-Focused Copy This week I have not one, but two treats for you that will give you preeminence in your email marketing…not just in product launches, but in every email you send from this point forward. 3 Reasons Why Email is Crucial to Launches The 7 Pillars of Email Profits If you aren’t getting the results from your email marketing that you desire, then this episode may be the most important thing you listen to this year. Interview With Michael Stelzner Michael Stelzner is the founder of Social Media Examiner and Social Media Marketing World…one of the coolest conferences you will ever attend. For example, their networking event in held abroad an aircraft carrier in San Diego Bay. In this thoughtful interview, you’ll learn: How Mike built such a successful event, even though he started with just an idea. What makes people fall in love with a live event. What makes an event is useful and relevant to the marketplace. In a world where many conferences are folding up their tents and shutting down, why this one is growing. How anyone could duplicate what Mike has done (in a different industry or subject matter)…even starting “from scratch”. And listen for some special treats that we’ve scattered throughout the interview! Click here to register for Social Media Marketing World 2017.

Email marketing can be a scary proposition. In this episode, we’ll be your personal ghostbusters and turn the trick of email marketing into a treat. Who ya gonna call? Click here to download or listen to this episode now. Spiritual Foundations I’m sure you’ve heard people talk about speaking the life you want into reality, […]