Most people chase money, titles, and hustle culture until they burn themselves out.

This conversation cuts through all of that.

Dustin Lunde returns to Old Man Energy after several years, and the man has changed.

He sold a business, rebuilt his priorities, rebuilt himself, and discovered what real fulfillment actually looks like.

We go deep into identity, discipline, 75 Hard, authenticity, fatherhood, AI, building a business that supports your life instead of consuming it, and the turning point where you realize you are no longer fighting the world, you're fighting the man in the mirror.

This episode packs wisdom earned the hard way.

What You’ll Learn

• The moment Dustin realized success needed a new definition

• The trap of “doing more” and why it leaves high performers empty

• How 75 Hard evolves as you evolve

• The hidden cost of needing to be right

• Using AI as a tool without letting it steal your authenticity

• Why inner peace hits harder than any external win

• How to build a business that actually gives you time freedom

• The truth about call centers, digital marketing, and industry change

• The power of presence, connection, and doing life on purpose

• Why being in the arena matters more than being perfect

No more theory.

No more waiting.

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Sick of being told to just “work harder” in your service business while you keep drowning in admin chaos and inconsistent income? This episode of Old Man Energy is your no-BS guide to flipping the script. Flint Anderson strips away the fluff and exposes why most blue-collar entrepreneurs are stuck: clinging to manual labor, fearing automation, and telling themselves they can’t afford help. The truth? AI isn’t some Silicon Valley toy, it’s a practical tool that can buy your life back if you’re willing to put it to work.Inside, Flint lays out exactly how he’s leveraged AI, warts and all, to automate quote follow-ups, handle repetitive tasks, and carve out space for high-value sales and growth. You’ll get real stories from the trenches of the janitorial and maintenance industries, actionable strategies for eliminating bottlenecks, and zero-excuse steps to start systemizing your time (even if you “don’t do computers”). If you’ve been burned by shiny-object tech, Flint breaks down how to test, implement, and actually profit from automation tools, plus how to turn that reclaimed time into recurring revenue.Expect blunt truths, practical advice, and a call-out for every business owner still making excuses about admin, tech, or “not having time.” You’ll get Flint’s signature tactical audits, simple AI prompts to cut your workload, and the mindset reset you need to build a business that serves you—not the other way around.If you’re tired of working nights, hating paperwork, or feeling like growth is impossible. This is the episode that punches through the noise and gets you moving. Listen in, take notes, and start building your freedom machine today.#AIAutomation #BusinessFreedom #RecurringRevenue #ServiceBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #PassiveIncome #TimeFreedom #BusinessSystems #ScaleYourBusiness #AIForEntrepreneurs #OldManEnergyWhat you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped shift your mindset💬 Drop a comment: What’s ONE moment where your perception totally misled you?📥 Check the description for OMEMurch + new programs📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Also check out two of my books for free!https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

I recorded this episode while sick—because momentum doesn’t wait for perfect days, and neither should you.This is for the operators, the builders, the ones who’ve had enough of influencer fluff and “perfect morning routines” from people who’ve never built a damn thing.In this episode, I break down what actually moves the needle:🔥 The brutal truth about goal-setting vs. the daily standards that actually produce results🔥 Why “build in public” isn’t a gimmick—it’s the proof nobody else is showing🔥 How to turn chaos and fatigue into focused execution (even when you’re out of time or under the weather)🔥 Why Q4 is your unfair advantage to sprint past competitors while they coast🔥 Scaling service-based companies, documenting the real grind—wins, losses, and all🔥 The myth of “balance” and the truth about building momentum when no one’s watching🔥 How to use public accountability (without the dopamine crash) to build legacy and standards for lifeDownload my book Any Idiot with a Hammer.If you can’t find the link, comment “IDIOT” and I’ll send it to you personally.If you’re ready to build, not coast—subscribe, follow, and post your non-negotiable with #OldManEnergy.Let’s build in public and raise the standard together.#BuildInPublic #MomentumChallenge #DisciplineOverMotivation #NoDaysOff #EntrepreneurMindset #ServiceBusinessGrowth #MidLifeEntrepreneur #LegacyBuilders #BusinessExecution #DailyStandards #AccountabilityChallengeWhat you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped shift your mindset📥 Check the description for OMEMurch + new programs📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Also check out two of my books for free!https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

Are you building your dream life or just burning energy on busywork?

This week, Flint Anderson rips the mask off influencer nonsense and drills down on the only real choice that matters: Discipline or Distraction.Discover why most people confuse “motion” with mastery and how to break the pattern that keeps you stuck.Learn how to transform non-negotiables into real, daily systems—so your life builds itself, even when your motivation’s gone.Get the truth about radical self-accountability, boundary-setting (even when it means cutting out toxic people), and why your standards have to be shared with the right circle, not just broadcast for dopamine likes.See how to bounce back after screwing up, and why a single mistake isn’t a reason to quit—but quitting is the only real failure.Stop comparing yourself to highlight reels. This is part 2 from last weeks episode. Real productivity is about what gets built, not what gets checked off.Flint covers the difference between being productive and just busy, how to set and audit your standards, and how to measure your progress against where you started—not some distant fantasy.Hear the honest truth about the entrepreneurial journey, with stories about setting boundaries, cutting out negative influences, and building real systems for success—no matter your age, background, or resources.Your move:Pick one standard to commit to for the next 7 days. Make it public in the comments or with your circle. Track the difference.If you want the 30-day standard tracker, DM Flint for the link.Subscribe, like, and share if you’re done watching and ready to actually build.Next week: Flint gets real about building their first companies—no window dressing, just the grind, the pain, and what it actually takes to win. If you think your background or resources are holding you back, you need to hear this.#DisciplineOverDistraction #StandardsNotExcuses #Productivity #Entrepreneurship #OldManEnergy #RealTalk #SelfAccountability #PersonalGrowth #SystemsNotWillpower #StopCoasting #Mindset #Execution #BuildNotScroll #FlintAndersonWhat you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped shift your mindset📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Also check out two of my books for free!https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

Sick of highlight reel BS, fake wins, and recycled advice about overnight success? Flint Anderson calls out the dopamine-chasing, shelf-help, busywork trap and shows you how to finally build real momentum with daily standards and ruthless discipline.This episode of Old Man Energy breaks down why so many entrepreneurs confuse motion with mastery and spend years looking productive without getting anywhere. Flint exposes the difference between chasing goals and actually executing, reveals the hidden dangers of networking for clout and reading without action, and hands you a playbook to stop comparing, start stacking wins, teaching you to bounce back every time you drift or fail.No sugarcoated nonsense, no excuses. Just direct tactics and real mindset resets:The truth behind “overnight success” and why you are not behind, you are just distractedHow to write down your goals, turn them into non-negotiable daily actions, and track real progressWhy most self-help is just entertainment and how to use it for execution, not escapeHow to spot window dressing in your business, and how to replace it with real actionHow to measure success against your starting line, not someone else’s storyWhat to do when you hit burnout, envy, or feel like quitting and how to get back on trackHow to build sustainable achievement and business discipline without burning outResources mentioned:Spin Selling by Neil RackhamInfluence by Robert CialdiniNever Split the Difference by Chris VossCues by Vanessa Van EdwardsFlint’s reading list and networking book: Beyond the HandshakeIf you are ready to quit pretending, stop chasing highlight reels, and start living by the standards that actually move the needle, hit play now.#OldManEnergy #Entrepreneurship #BusinessMindset #MotionVsMastery #StandardsVsDiscipline #ShelfHelp #OvernightSuccess #LegacyBuilding #RealSuccessHabits #ProductivityPodcast #GoalSetting #SustainableAchievement #AntiHustle #burnoutprevention What you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped shift your mindset📥 Check the description for OMEMurch + new programs📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Also check out two of my books for free!https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

Link to free book: https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/You have an expiration date—stop waiting. In this episode, Flint Anderson breaks down the brutal truth about time: why you’re pissing it away, how pointless routine is killing your days, and what actually changes when you wake up and get present.From the physics of time and why your GPS clock is lying to you, to the gut-punch of realizing you’ve got less ahead than behind, this episode drills straight into the urgency you need. Flint exposes why the “I don’t have enough time” excuse is bullshit, how sobriety explodes your sense of presence, and why no one on their deathbed ever wishes they’d waited longer to do anything.You’ll hear:How time perception shifts with age, addiction, and routinePersonal stories of fatherhood, legacy, and regretHow “a rut is just a grave with the ends knocked out”—and how to climb out before it’s too lateSix execution moves you can use TODAY to own your time and start building your legacy (not just your to-do list)Stick around for the end—Flint’s giving you his six hard-hitting time-control moves, plus a free download of “Any Idiot With a Hammer.”Hit like, subscribe, and drop your biggest time-waster in the comments. Download the free book below and start living on your own clock.Top Six Time-Control Moves (Clip/Recap):1. Block deep work time (calendar or die).2. Cut distractions ruthlessly.3. Delegate aggressively.4. Build and use systems.5. Align your time with your legacy.6. Reflect and recalibrate every night.What you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share with one person this can help.💬 Drop a comment: Where are you losing your time?📥 Check the description for OMEMurch + new programs📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Bonus: Second book for free:https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

The mindset mistake killing your communication, sales, and relationships. Learn to see what others miss.You’ve been operating blind — and it’s costing you money, relationships, and clarity.In this episode of Old Man Energy, Flint Anderson breaks down the critical difference between perspective and perception, and how misunderstanding this is silently wrecking your communication, sales results, and personal life.Most people think they’re clear. Most people are dead wrong.We’ll expose:Why you can be 100% sure and still be wrongHow to reframe every interaction with powerful clarityThe mindset shift that turns failure into momentumAnd the Black Mirror episode: Eulogy (Season7) that proves just how dangerous misperception can beIf you’ve ever felt misunderstood, frustrated, or overlooked — this is the episode that will change the game for you.🔍 You'll learn:The difference between perspective and perception (and why it matters)How miscommunication is silently wrecking your relationships and businessReal-world stories of sales, events, parenting, and marriage that illustrate the power of perspectiveThe truth about empathy, emotional control, and understanding othersHow to build rapport instantly and handle emotional manipulation like a proWhy your interpretation of reality might be completely wrong — and how to fix itFlint also shares a hilarious and insightful bucket experiment you can try at home to physically experience how perception works — especially fun with kids! Plus, he gives tactical advice for improving sales performance and personal communication.💬 Quote of the Week:"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right." – Henry FordWhat you can do to stay connected:👉 Like, Subscribe, and Share if this helped shift your mindset💬 Drop a comment: What’s ONE moment where your perception totally misled you?📥 Check the description for OME Murch + new programs📲 Follow Flint on all platforms for daily mindset content Also check out two of my books for free!https://www.anyidiotwithahammer.flintanderson.com/https://www.momentummatters.flintanderson.com/Old Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRockOfficial Merchandise | https://shop.flintanderson.com/

This episode isn't polished. It’s not what I planned. It’s what needed to be said.

Today, I’m getting brutally honest about:

- Why I’ve been inconsistent

- How excuses dress up as "reasons"

- The real reason I quit drinking

- What it *really* takes to pursue what you say you want

- Why being aggressive might be your superpower, not your flaw

This is a raw reflection on personal change, identity, and the grind no one wants to talk about — the boring, painful, daily truth of self-reinvention.

Key Takeaways

- If you’re not willing to *work* for it, stop pretending you *want* it.

- Clarity doesn’t come from goals, it comes from honesty.

- Cutting out what *doesn’t* serve you may be the hardest part.

- True freedom means radical ownership of your time, body, and choices.

- You will offend people when you stop making excuses, and that’s okay.

#OldManEnergy #SelfDiscipline #NoExcuses #SobrietyJourney #MentalClarity #QuitDrinking #AggressiveMindset #RadicalHonesty #MasculineEnergy #ExecutiveCoaching #LifeReinvention #SelfDiscovery

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Ready to stop lying to yourself and start showing up? This is the episode you needed to hear.