Are you stuck in a cycle of fear and hesitation, watching others move ahead while you stay in the same place? In this episode of the Pursuit to Own Podcast, Christopher Pitt breaks down why failure isn’t the enemy—it’s the key to success. Most people quit at the first setback, but those who succeed learn to use failure as fuel. You’ll hear how cutting toxic influences, shifting your mindset, and taking relentless action can change everything. Success isn’t just about strategy—it’s about becoming the kind of person who refuses to give up. If you’re ready to stop making excuses and start making progress, this episode is for you.

Quotes:

"Struggling is only for a season until you get serious about succeeding." — Christopher Pitt

"Nobody's undefeated in business, real estate, or life. You have to lose in order to win." — Christopher Pitt

"You're wrong every day until you're right, and the only way to be right about something is to keep going and persist through it." — Christopher Pitt

"Your pain can be the blueprint for your success. When you wake up every day thinking about their problem and consistently put yourself in their shoes, you create solutions that truly serve those people." — Christopher Pitt

" You can't lose if you don't give up. That is a fact." — Christopher Pitt

Key Takeaways:

· Check your habits and identify one specific habit you'll stop doing this week that's holding you back from success.

· Write down 3 excuses you've been using and create a concrete plan to execute on each instead of avoiding them.

· Remove one negative or unsupportive person from your inner circle who doesn't believe in your potential.

· Practice daily execution by choosing one small task each morning and completing it no matter what obstacles arise.

· Develop a personal "pivot strategy" for when things go wrong - outline 2-3 alternative approaches you can take if your initial plan fails.

Episode Timeline:

[00:01] – Losing to win and why failure is part of success

[01:30] – Why setbacks hurt but push you toward growth

[02:54] – Escaping the scarcity mindset and seeing new opportunities

[05:37] – Letting go of excuses and making real progress

[08:02] – Breaking bad habits that hold you back

[10:19] – Cutting out negativity and building a strong circle

[14:16] – Thinking long-term and taking full ownership of success

[14:31] – Why practice and adaptability separate winners from the rest

[21:49] – How persistence turns small efforts into big wins

[22:09] – Using problem-solving to create success for yourself and others

[23:47] – Final thoughts on staying committed and taking action

Conclusion:

Real success comes from consistent effort, a willingness to learn, and the flexibility to adjust when plans fall short. Setbacks aren’t roadblocks—they’re opportunities to refine strategies and gain deeper insight. Those who stay focused, adapt quickly, and keep improving will always find a way forward. Growth isn’t about avoiding failure but about using it as fuel to push toward something better.

Tune in to the Pursuit to Own podcast for more inspiring stories and strategies on how to turn your struggles into a pursuit of ownership and success.

Links:

Pursuit to Own: Opportunity Ownership – https://pursuittoown.com/

Connect with Christopher Pitt on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-pitt-mba/

Watch Your Pain Can Provide The Blueprint To Your Success | Christopher Pitt | TEDxWilmington – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULTBmmY1Uos&t=2s