What It REALLY Takes to Be Successful | Jake Nazer | Coaches Corner Episode 8

What does it REALLY take to be successful? Is it discipline, consistency, motivation or something completely different? And how do we know when we've actually achieved success? In Episode 8 of Coaches Corner with Blair & Bags, we're joined by Jake Nazer, a Dubai-based real estate professional and sub-3-hour marathon runner, to explore what it really takes to achieve ambitious goals in running, business and life. Jake has progressed from running a 3:38 marathon to breaking the three-hour barrier with a 2:59 in Berlin, all while building his career in Dubai's competitive real estate industry. But does achieving a goal automatically make you successful? And why do we often find ourselves moving the goalposts as soon as we've achieved something we've worked so hard towards? Together, we explore the characteristics that make people successful, the importance of discipline and consistency over motivation, and why so many people struggle to achieve the goals they set themselves. We also discuss failure, rejection, self-doubt, ambition and the similarities between building a successful business and becoming a better runner, including how the lessons learned in one area of life can influence another. In this episode: Jake's journey in real estate and marathon running Going from a 3:38 marathon to breaking three hours What characteristics actually make someone successful? Why consistency and discipline matter more than motivation Why people fail to achieve their goals How to stay motivated when things get difficult Dealing with failure, rejection and setbacks Overcoming self-doubt and the opinions of others The similarities between success in business and running How AI could change the future of business and coaching What does winning actually look like? Why we constantly move the goalposts after achieving something When ambition and the pursuit of success can become unhealthy Why success means something different to everyone One of the biggest questions from this conversation? Is success defined by the results you achieve, or the person you become while working towards them? Whether you're chasing a marathon PB, building a business or simply trying to improve yourself, success rarely happens overnight. It's often the consistency, patience and ability to keep showing up through the difficult moments that make the biggest difference. A massive thank you to Jake for joining us and sharing his experiences and perspective on success! 🎙️ Coaches Corner with Blair & Bags | Episode 8 Follow Jake in Instagram: @jake-nazer Your hosts: Blair @broadrun Dan @bagsofrunning Subscribe for more conversations about running, marathon training, coaching, mindset, personal development and performance.