Episodes
Summary The hosts discuss the decision to change the name of their app from Streaking to MyStreaks. They explain that the change was prompted by the shadow ban on the word 'streaking' in algorithms, which made it difficult for users to find their app. They also discuss the growing popularity of streaks in other apps and the power of streaks in promoting consistency and growth. The hosts highlight the flexibility and customization options in the My Streaks app, including the ability to set...
Published 04/20/24
Published 04/20/24
Summary In this conversation, Jeffery Downs discusses the concept of cost versus investment and how it applies to personal growth. He shares his experience with Mark Cuban's masterclass on entrepreneurship and highlights the importance of hard work, luck, and being in the right place at the right time. Jeffery emphasizes the need to measure activity rather than time in streaking and explains how activity-based streaks lead to growth. He also discusses the difference between costs and...
Published 04/03/24
Summary In this episode of The Streaking Show, Jeffery Downs discusses the difference between being a victim of circumstances and being a problem solver. He draws inspiration from the book and movie 'The Martian' and shares how the main character, Mark Watney, demonstrates problem-solving skills in order to survive on Mars. Jeffery emphasizes the importance of streaking as a tool for personal growth and compares it to the mindset of elite marathon runners. He also shares a personal story of...
Published 03/30/24
Key Links To receive Gregg Vanorek's monthly email you can sign up here Click to take the traps test Gregg's website www.greggvanourek.com Summary Gregg Vanorek, co-author of 'Life Entrepreneurs' and 'Triple Crown Leadership', shares his insights on integrating life and work with purpose and passion. He discusses the importance of asking questions, having patience, and leading oneself first. Gregg also highlights the disappointment of success and the need to find joy in the journey....
Published 03/15/24
Summary This conversation explores the concept of getting 1% better and how streaking can help achieve this. The origin of the 1% better concept is discussed, along with the idea of breaking down different areas of life into their smallest parts. The law of diminishing returns is highlighted as a consideration when applying 1% better. The conversation also delves into the role of the Streaking App in self-improvement and the importance of its ecosystem. The power of the sum total of small...
Published 03/09/24
Summary In this conversation, Jeffery and Jamie discuss the importance of staying in the groove and the problem with the 1% better concept. They explore the idea of the aggregation of marginal gains and how streaking allows for sustainable improvement. They emphasize the importance of consistency and taking a step-by-step approach to improvement. They also discuss the joy and satisfaction that comes from doing your work and the true source of rewards. The conversation concludes with a call...
Published 02/28/24
Summary In this episode, Jeffery Downs discusses an article titled 'Is This It? On the Disappointment of Success' by Greg Vanourek. The article explores the concept of the arrival fallacy, which is the assumption that achieving a major goal will bring lasting happiness and satisfaction. Jeffery highlights examples of successful individuals who experienced disappointment after reaching their goals. He explains the factors that contribute to this disappointment, including the hedonic...
Published 02/15/24
Summary In this episode, Jeffery Downs discusses the concept of limiting beliefs and the phrase 'I've never been good at that.' He emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for personal growth and challenges the idea that certain skills or abilities are inherently unattainable. Jeffery also explores the role of ego in streaking and how it can hinder progress. He encourages listeners to change their mindset and adopt a consistent and consecutive approach to building strength in any...
Published 02/11/24
Summary This conversation explores the article 'Hiding in a Bar Bathroom Stall, Fans Defy Odds to Preserve Wordle Streaks' from the Wall Street Journal. The hosts discuss the popularity of Wordle and similar daily challenge games, the dedication and consistency required to maintain streaks, and the sense of community and camaraderie that comes with streaking. They also delve into the psychology of streaking, the power of turning important activities into games, and the motivation and joy...
Published 02/02/24
Summary Jeff discusses the concept of streaking and the importance of consistency in various aspects of life. He specifically focuses on the implementation of a streak to manage email communication. Jeff shares his personal experience of setting a streak to keep his email inbox at 10 emails or less at the end of each day. He provides principles and tips for effective email management, including unsubscribing from unnecessary email lists, understanding the email personality of senders, and...
Published 01/25/24
Summary In this episode, Jeffery Downs discusses the word 'just' and its impact on self-worth and achievement. He shares a conversation he had with his co-host Jamie about using the word 'just' in the context of their marathon training. Jeffery emphasizes the importance of not diminishing oneself or one's activities by using the word 'just' and encourages listeners to celebrate their small wins. He also highlights the significance of consistency and longevity in streaking, focusing on...
Published 01/21/24
Summary In this episode, Jeff discusses the power of streaking and how it can give you energy you didn't know you had. He shares his experiences with travel and how maintaining streaks helped him stay focused and energized. Jeff also explores the concept of competition and setting a floor of success in streaking. He discusses different types of gamers and how their game styles can be applied to streaking. The episode concludes with a call to action to start and sustain streaks in all...
Published 01/13/24
Summary In this episode, Jeff discusses two articles: one on streaks and streaking by Professor Danny Weathers, and another on teenagers' obsession with YouTube and social media. He explores the characteristics of streaks, including their unchanging performance and temporal parameters, the attribution of completion to personal resolve, the perception of uninterrupted activity, and the quantification of duration. Jeff also highlights the motivation and structure provided by streaks, their...
Published 01/04/24
Summary In this conversation, Jeff and Jami discuss the origin story of streaking and how it relates to their personal experiences. They explore the laws of streaking, including making it laughably simple, keeping a record, and creating a community. They also delve into the history of New Year's resolutions and how streaking can be a more effective approach to personal growth. They highlight the importance of changing mindsets and celebrate the power of streaking in improving physical and...
Published 12/31/23
In this episode, Jeffery Downs discusses the gift of consistency and how it can bring credibility and confidence into our lives. He uses the example of Amazon's delivery system to illustrate the power of consistency. Jeffery also emphasizes the importance of finding opportunities and serving others through consistent actions. Finally, he highlights how consistency can help us gain confidence in ourselves and achieve great things. Takeaways Consistency breeds credibility and confidence....
Published 12/21/23
In this episode, Jeffery Downs reflects on the year in review for streaking. He discusses the release of the streaking app and the growth in registered users. Jeffery explains the importance of streaking in becoming who you want to be and the methodology behind it. He also talks about the evolution of the app and the introduction of the paywall to encourage success. Jeffery shares plans for the future, including unlocking unlimited streaks and earning folders. He emphasizes the positive...
Published 12/20/23
Four days where all hours were filled with events. Why keep the streaks alive? Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Indie Books. Keep Streakin’
Published 12/19/23
Sad event in the Downs household that leads Jeff to reminising on consistent happiness and how that impacts relationships. Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Indie Books. Keep Streakin’
Published 12/15/23
Jeff hangs Christmas lights and evaluates whether or not he should limit himself on that activity. Necessary limits in life free you to what you want to do, how do you determine what to limit? Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon, Barnes and...
Published 12/10/23
"...Each one of these individuals that he called out perform in high pressure situations. So do many of the elite athletes. But it's not only elite athletes that need to perform in high pressure situations. In your daily life, you're going to come across things that you need to be prepared for. Now, it may not be all the time. However, if you start the beginning of your day with a visualization of what your day will look like, that will help you to accomplish everything you want to get...
Published 12/08/23
One of the difficulties in life, across the board, is saying no. It may be because you don't want to hurt someone's feelings or you feel particularly obligated to them. Or, the law of reciprocity kicks in and you want to return the favor. You have personal passions you don't want to say no to. All of these, as you look at it, have an impact on whether or not you say no. For the record, saying no is not the way to say no. Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social...
Published 12/08/23
When you think about AI, what is on your mind? Jeff talks about a presentation he went to about AI in the very near future and what it will do to help you in your life and how Streaking plays into it. Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon,...
Published 12/06/23
Jeff has taught goal setting for over 15 years to organizations and individuals around the world. What he has discovered is that most people don't know what is a goal. Most people think that an objective or an aspiration is a goal. When you understand what a goal is you will avoid a lot of frustration. Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to...
Published 12/06/23
The small snowflakes make a large storm. Live an intentional life, start Streaking. Streaking is the social media app for intentional self-improvement. Download Streaking app and start your own streaks also invite your friends to follow and celebrate your progress! You can learn more about Streaking by buying the book at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Indie Books. Keep Streakin’
Published 12/01/23