168: Atomic Habits Review
Hustle Humbly Podcast
Alissa Jenkins & Katy Caldwell
4.9 • 916 Ratings
🗓️ 24 October 2022
⏱️ 51 minutes
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Summary
Atomic Habits might be one of the most practical and actionable books we've ever read—and in this episode, we're breaking down exactly why.
If you've ever struggled with consistency, felt overwhelmed by big goals, or found yourself stuck in cycles of starting and stopping, this conversation will completely shift your perspective. Instead of chasing massive change, we're talking about how small, repeatable actions can transform your business and your life.
This episode is a deep dive into what actually works when it comes to building habits that stick—without burnout, perfectionism, or unrealistic expectations.
Here's what we cover:
-Why small habits (not big goals) create lasting change
-The concept of 1% improvement and how it compounds over time
-Why systems matter more than goals in real estate and life
-How to break tasks down into ridiculously small, doable steps
-The "2-minute rule" and how it helps you get started
-Why perfectionism leads to procrastination (and how to fix it)
-How preparation can actually be a form of avoidance
-The power of identity: "I am" vs. "I'm trying to…"
-How to use habit stacking to build routines effortlessly
-Why your environment shapes your behavior more than motivation
-The role of accountability and community in building habits
-How to stay consistent even on your worst days
-Why repetition—not time—is what actually builds a habit
-How small actions in real estate (like database work) compound into big results
-Why you should focus on progress, not perfection
If you've been waiting for the "right time" to get organized, start a new habit, or improve your systems—this is your sign to start small and start now.
Resources & Mentions:
-Atomic Habits by James Clear
-Join the Hustle Humbly Community for future book clubs
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Music:
Straight A's by Connor Price
The Good Life by Summer Kennedy
Be The One by Matrika
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| 0:38.7 | Looking at something and saying, oh, I can't get anything done in 10 minutes, saying how much can I get done in 10 minutes? |
| 0:45.6 | Right. |
| 0:47.3 | Systems are about the processes that lead to those results. |
| 0:51.5 | Yeah. |
| 0:51.9 | My goals is like, that's the end thing, right? |
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| 1:00.9 | We're so focused on figuring out the best way that we never do it at all. |
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