In this deeply reflective episode, Keith L. Callaway walks listeners through powerful leadership and life principles inspired by legendary coach Nick Saban—filtered through personal experience, faith, and hard-earned wisdom.

Key Topics & Insights:

• Greatness Starts Small

  True greatness is built through consistent attention to small disciplines, not grand moments.

• The Trap of Entitlement

  Success can create a false belief that we deserve more without becoming more.

• Earning It Every Day

  Greatness belongs only to those willing to re-earn it daily—regardless of age, title, or tenure.

• Discipline vs. Feelings

  Discipline (self-control) means doing what needs to be done even when you don’t feel like it.

• Wasted Potential

  Talent without discipline becomes regret.

• Standards Over Circumstances

  Great performers don’t let circumstances dictate attitude, effort, or standards.

• No Self-Pity, No Excuses

  Self-pity kills resilience. Responsibility restores power.

• The Danger of Complacency

  The moment you think you’ve arrived, decline begins.

Referenced Ideas & Influences:

• Leadership principles attributed to Nick Saban
• Biblical reference: Galatians 5 (self-control as a fruit of the Spirit)
• Quote from Zig Ziglar on seeds of greatness

In this episode of Greatness From Small Beginnings, Keith L. Callaway dives into the unseen forces that shape our lives—our habits, inputs, and daily environments. From cutting unhealthy dopamine cycles to mastering your mornings and locking in non-negotiables, Keith shares real-life lessons from his own journey of growth, faith, and endurance.

Discover why self-control is the foundation of greatness, how intentional input changes your thinking, and why long-term consistency beats short bursts of motivation. This episode is perfect for listeners seeking personal growth, spiritual maturity, discipline, and a life designed for impact.

In this episode of Greatness From Small Beginnings, Keith L. Callaway sits down with Chris Avery for a raw and inspiring conversation about greatness, faith, pain, and purpose.

Together, they explore what it really means to live a great life—not through big moments, but through small, daily acts of discipline and obedience. Chris shares his journey from addiction, self-doubt, and quitting to running daily for years and pursuing a God-sized mission fueled by faith rather than comfort.

You’ll learn:

• Why the urge to quit may actually be a sign you’re growing
• How small beginnings create lasting transformation
• Why pain is feedback—not failure
• How faith reshapes endurance, identity, and purpose

Perfect for listeners seeking personal growth, spiritual resilience, mental toughness, and purpose-driven living.