EPISODE · Aug 25, 2025 · 17 MIN
The 18-inch Gap That Can Destroy Your Business or Create Crazy Success
from Defeat 90 | A Business Failure Rebellion · host Defeat 90
What if the biggest thing holding you back in business isn’t your strategy, your competition, or your resources—but a hidden gap between what you know and what you truly believe? In this episode, Jeremy dives into the “18-inch journey” that every entrepreneur must face: the distance between your head and your heart. Are you unknowingly sabotaging your own success because your beliefs haven’t caught up with your knowledge? Jeremy shares raw, relatable stories from his own life—including struggles with self-worth, bullying, and risk-taking—and reveals how bridging this internal gap changed everything for his business and well-being. Curious about how to finally break through your personal barriers and unlock your full potential? Tune in to discover practical steps for self-reflection, identifying false beliefs, and building hope for the future. Plus, learn why real business success starts with healing from the inside out—and how you can start your own 18-inch journey today. Will you take the first step? Learn More about Defeat 90 -> Click Here 00:00 – The 18-Inch Question What does the distance between your head and heart have to do with business success? 00:16 – Stories That Change Everything Why your experiences—and how you process them—matter more than you think. 00:37 – The Head vs. Heart Dilemma Exploring the gap between knowing what to do and truly believing it. 00:57 – Knowledge Isn’t Enough How understanding without belief can sabotage your business. 01:17 – The Real Battle: You vs. You Why your biggest competitor is actually yourself. 02:20 – Jeremy’s Vulnerable Story How childhood struggles shaped business risks and self-worth. 03:15 – Are You Still Carrying Old Labels? How past experiences create “head trash” that holds you back. 04:01 – Why This Journey Matters for Entrepreneurs The direct link between your beliefs and business outcomes. 05:04 – The Power of Self-Reflection Why looking inward is the first step to growth. 05:54 – Three Keys to Change Self-reflection, teachability, and confronting false beliefs. 07:10 – Building Hope and a New Vision How to create a future you actually believe in. 08:33 – Making Change Practical Turning insights into habits and daily decisions. 09:41 – The Never-Ending Journey Why personal growth is a lifelong process for every entrepreneur. 10:21 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement Jeremy’s challenge: Become the best version of yourself and Defeat 90 together.
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In this deeply personal episode of the Defeat 90 podcast, we explore the “18-inch journey”—the powerful but often overlooked distance between your head (logic, knowledge) and your heart (beliefs, emotions). Host Jeremy shares how this gap can make or break your business, and why aligning what you know with what you truly believe is the secret to sustainable entrepreneurial success. Listeners will learn how internal struggles, limiting beliefs, and unresolved “head trash” can sabotage even the most knowledgeable business owners. Jeremy draws from his own experiences with bullying, self-worth, and overcoming trauma, revealing how these challenges shaped his risk tolerance, decision-making, and leadership style. The episode provides actionable steps for self-reflection, identifying false beliefs, building hope, and creating practical habits to support personal growth and business resilience. Key topics covered include: The real reason entrepreneurs struggle: internal battles, not external competition How unresolved beliefs hold you back from business growth The importance of self-reflection and being teachable Identifying and replacing false beliefs with empowering truths Building hope and practical systems for lasting change How personal healing and holistic health directly impact business success Encouragement to seek support, counseling, and community for growth Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode offers a roadmap for aligning your mindset and belief system with your business ambitions—so you can become the healthiest, most successful version of yourself.
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