#76: Richard Hardy - Door-to-Door Solar Sales, Mental Discipline of 75 Hard, and the Power of Self-Talk

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Door-to-Door Solar Sales, 75 Hard, and the Power of Self-Talk with Richard Hardy Host J.R. Yonocruz interviews Richard Hardy, a door-to-door solar salesperson. Richard recounts moving from New Jersey to Texas doing door-to-door windows/doors and water filtration before COVID halted canvassing, then entering solar and later joining NuSun Power after being recruited. He demonstrates his door pitch, explaining the shift from buying/leasing solar to a utility-style program, typical homeowner objections (lack of interest, aesthetics, roof concerns), and his role setting appointments for advisors who design and close in a two-touch process. The conversation then shifts to mindset and Richard’s 75 Hard discipline regimen, his reset after failing on day 62, added Bible reading, and how disciplined habits and improved self-talk—reinforced by coworkers and the book As a Man Thinketh—changed him. Rapid-fire topics cover success, purpose, recommended books, gratitude, and advice to hear people out. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:55 Back After Cutoff 01:00 Richard Sales Journey 02:27 Door Knock Pitch Demo 08:51 Booking and Objections 11:22 Solar Misconceptions 16:07 75 Hard Explained 17:04 Fail and Reset Lesson 22:26 Mindset and Self Talk 25:47 Rapid Fire Round 36:03 Gratitude and Final Advice 37:21 Where to Connect and Outro Guest bio: Works in door-to-door sales for solar. * Instagram: @rhardy202 / https://www.instagram.com/rhardy202/ [https://www.instagram.com/rhardy202/] * X: @bosshardy202 / https://x.com/bosshardy202 [https://x.com/bosshardy202] Links/resources: * 75 Hard [https://share.google/aimode/RWWhI8OU6olCDUi7k] (Google AI summary) * As A Man Thinketh by James Allen [https://amzn.to/47SBr0y] (audiobook - affiliate link) * The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren [https://marloyonocruz.com/2016/09/20/book-review-the-purpose-driven-life/] (book summary) * Brain Rules by John Medina [https://amzn.to/4c6k2Ef] (audiobook - affiliate link) Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/support] One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. * 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com [https://www.onethousandgurus.com/] * 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus [https://bio.site/onethousandgurus] * 📧 The Weekly Guru newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/c97a350b06d6/newsletter [https://mailchi.mp/c97a350b06d6/newsletter] * 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz [https://stan.store/marloyonocruz]

#81: Random Show with Aeden Pham - Self-Care vs. Indulgence, Speaking with Integrity, and Spending Habits

Relaxation, Compassion, and the Hidden Cost of “Good Deals” | Random Show with Aeden Pham J.R. Yonocruz welcomes repeat guest Aeden Pham for a chill random-show catch-up on recent life updates and personal reflections. They discuss how relaxation improves learning and performance in music and dance, plus navigating dating by managing eagerness and staying genuine. They also unpack therapy lessons on compassion and emotional processing, frustrations with people whose words and actions don’t align, and the difference between self-care and indulgence. The conversation closes with reflections on spending habits, recurring subscriptions, and the “phantom cost” of buying things that take up space. 02:31 Life Updates Catch-up 03:50 Relaxation In Music 06:13 Relaxed Dance Mindset 09:29 Managing Dating Eagerness 11:25 Adult Authenticity Talk 16:47 Therapy And Compassion 23:12 Burnout Versus Self-Care 27:30 Boundaries And Recovery 31:37 People Who Just Talk 35:05 Aspirational Talkers 38:25 Ethics Versus Deals 42:42 Phantom Cost Of Space 49:04 Spending Habits Reset 56:41 Questioning Your Subscriptions 01:00:24 Own Your Vices 01:01:25 Gratitude And Sign Off Guest bio: Aeden Anthony Pham is a published researcher, knowledgeable in the topics of race, gender, and sexuality in popular media, has 2 masters degrees, and has studied in 5 different countries. Professionally, he has worked in multiple industries, including service, non-profit, entertainment, and technology. In their 20+ years of work experience, they've received recognition from the city council, the state government, the office of the president, and even Disneyland. Aeden is an award-winning singer, dancer, writer, and film director also enjoys investing their time in various activities, such as stand-up comedy, archery, ice skating, and video/board gaming. * IG: @aedenanthony [https://www.instagram.com/aedenanthony] - https://www.instagram.com/aedenanthony / @iamajrp [https://www.instagram.com/iamajrp] - https://www.instagram.com/iamajrp Links/resources: * #50: Random Show with Aeden Pham - Dieting Tips, Dating Stories, Long-Term Goals, Personality Tests, and More [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/episodes/17668489] * #31: Random Show with Aeden Pham - Karaoke Enthusiasts, Project Management Tips, and Unexpected Hot Takes [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/episodes/16846582] * #16: Aeden Anthony Pham - Adaptability for Growth, the Power of Therapy, and Investing in Relationships [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/episodes/16181697] * The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up [https://marloyonocruz.com/2018/06/05/book-notes-the-life-changing-magic-of-tidying-up/] (book summary) Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/fan_mail/new] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2389613/support] One Thousand Gurus Podcast: Everyone has a compelling story to tell with insights we can all be inspired by. J.R. Yonocruz is a self-improvement blogger, relationship coach, and serial hobbyist with a passion for learning. He interviews unique guests from various fields to distill the strategies, habits, and mindsets we can use in our own lives. Each “guru” has a chance to give the audience a peek into a new world. * 💻 Website: www.onethousandgurus.com [https://www.onethousandgurus.com/] * 🔗 All links & socials: https://bio.site/onethousandgurus [https://bio.site/onethousandgurus] * 📧 The Weekly Guru newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/c97a350b06d6/newsletter [https://mailchi.mp/c97a350b06d6/newsletter] * 📚 Learning guides: https://stan.store/marloyonocruz [https://stan.store/marloyonocruz]

25 de may de 20261 h 3 min

#76: Richard Hardy - Door-to-Door Solar Sales, Mental Discipline of 75 Hard, and the Power of Self-Talk

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