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The Imperfect Mens Club Podcast

The Imperfect Mens Club Podcast

Di: Mark Aylward & Jim Gurule
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 The Imperfect Mens Club Podcast is a space for men to have real, raw and sometimes difficult conversations to help guide middle aged men through hard decisions in life. Mark & Jim are are both mentors focused on serving others. Tune in to hear authentic, and often funny discussions on well-being, personal growth and professional developmentCopyright, Imperfect Mens Club Igiene e vita sana Medicina alternativa e complementare Successo personale Sviluppo personale
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  • Self-Awareness: How Men Become Who They Actually Are

    Self-Awareness: How Men Become Who They Actually Are
    Jan 21 2026

    Season 5 | Episode 2
    A Conversation with Mark Aylward: Frameworks, Identity, and the Work of Becoming Self-Aware

    Episode Overview

    In this second episode of a three-part Season 5 series, Mark Aylward takes the guest seat as co-host Jim Gurulé interviews him on his background, lived experience, and the frameworks that underpin the Imperfect Men's Club philosophy.

    The conversation revisits the origins of the IMC framework, often referred to as the Wheel of Life or Flywheel, and explores how self-awareness, subconscious belief systems, and life domains like money, relationships, ideology, well-being, and profession shape how men show up in the world.

    This episode lays the groundwork for the advisory and coaching services Mark and Jim will soon offer, helping listeners understand not just what the framework is, but how Mark applies it in real life and real work.

    Key Themes & Topics

    1. The Power of Frameworks

    • Why structure creates clarity instead of limitation

    • How the IMC framework evolved from a whiteboard into a daily operating system

    • The role frameworks play in decision-making, awareness, and growth

    2. Conscious vs. Subconscious Behavior

    • Why roughly 95% of human behavior is driven subconsciously

    • How early-life beliefs continue to influence adult behavior

    • The role of breathwork, visualization, language, and repetition in reshaping belief systems

    3. The Five Areas of the IMC Flywheel
    Each domain is explored through Mark's lived experience:

    Money

    • Scarcity vs. abundance mindsets

    • How childhood conditioning shapes financial behavior

    • Lessons from building wealth, losing it, and rebuilding again

    Relationships

    • Male and female relationship dynamics

    • Fatherhood, marriage, divorce, and long-term partnership

    • Why differences between men and women are strengths, not problems

    Role View (Identity & Upbringing)

    • How childhood, geography, culture, and religion shape identity

    • The long-term impact of heritage and early environment

    Ideology & Worldview

    • Politics as identity vs. politics as perspective

    • The importance of civil disagreement

    • Self-awareness as the antidote to ideological rigidity

    Well-Being

    • Physical health, mental health, and emotional regulation

    • Lifestyle choices vs. over-medication

    • Meditation, breathwork, movement, and personal responsibility

    Profession

    • A lifetime in recruiting, leadership, and advisory roles

    • How professional identity intersects with every other life domain

    • Why most career struggles are not actually about skills

    Notable Takeaways

    • Self-awareness is the foundation of all growth

    • Most limitations are inherited, not chosen

    • Alignment across life domains matters more than optimization

    • Men don't need more motivation, they need better frameworks

    • The goal isn't perfection, it's understanding how you actually work

    Who This Episode Is For

    • Men navigating career transitions or personal upheaval

    • Anyone questioning long-held beliefs about money, success, or identity

    • Listeners curious about the science behind behavior and decision-making

    • Those considering coaching or advisory work with Mark or Jim

    What's Next

    • Episode 1: The IMC Framework and Its Origins

    • Episode 2: Mark Aylward's Story and Perspective (this episode)

    • Episode 3: Jim Gurulé's Story and Approach

    Together, these three episodes offer a complete picture of the Imperfect Men's Club philosophy and how each co-host brings a distinct, complementary perspective to the work.
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    46 min
  • Why Self-Awareness Comes First In Our Flywheel Framework

    Why Self-Awareness Comes First In Our Flywheel Framework
    Jan 15 2026
    Episode: The Framework, the Flywheel, and What's Coming in 2026 (Part 1 of 3) Episode Overview In this first episode of a three-part series, Mark Aylward and Jim Gurulé lay out what's coming for Imperfect Men's Club in 2026 and revisit the core framework that has guided the podcast from the beginning. This episode is about structure. Not the soul-crushing kind, but the kind that helps men organize the noise of life, identity, work, and relationships into something usable. Mark and Jim unpack their "Wheel of Life" framework, also called the flywheel, and explain why it matters more now than ever. They also share updates on rebuilding the IMC website, working with AI as "amplified intelligence," and preparing to offer consulting and coaching services individually and together. Why a Framework Matters There's more information than ever and less clarity to go with it. Mark and Jim argue that without a framework, life turns into mental hallucinations, reactive decisions, and identity confusion. The IMC framework acts as a container. A way to categorize experience, make sense of complexity, and have meaningful conversations without spinning out. They describe the framework as: A wheel A flywheel A container A structure Different words. Same goal: clarity. The Center of the Wheel: The Self At the center of everything is Self. Two key elements are emphasized: 1. Self-Awareness The starting point for all growth. Especially difficult for men as they age and default to autopilot, career identity, or distraction. 2. Self-Identity Newly emphasized heading into 2026. Who you believe you are, how that identity evolves, and how your personal brand shows up in the world. Identity isn't static. If it is, that's usually the problem. Without awareness and identity, the rest of the wheel collapses. The Five Areas of Life (The Wheel) 1. Profession For men, work is often the backbone of identity. The framework separates profession into two major paths: Employee Corporate Government / public service Entrepreneur Business owner Freelancer / owner-operator They discuss how identity loss often happens when careers change, end, or no longer fit, and why this moment in history, especially with AI, creates massive opportunity if navigated intentionally. 2. Worldview Your relationship with the world. This area covers how beliefs are formed and reinforced, often without examination. Two major influences: Politics Framed intentionally as "red team" and "blue team" to avoid tribal trigger words Emphasis on perspective over fanaticism Childhood When and where you grew up Family systems, spirituality, culture, and heritage Worldview shapes how men interpret everything from success to conflict to purpose. 3. Relationships (People) How you relate to others, especially men and women. Mark and Jim emphasize that men and women are different and that understanding, not erasing, those differences is key to healthy relationships. This area explores how relational dynamics affect identity, purpose, and alignment across life. (This section continues and deepens in future episodes.) AI, Agents, and Accountability AI is framed as a tool, not a replacement for humans. Jim emphasizes the growing importance of agents. Human guides who help filter noise, provide perspective, hold accountability, and bring clarity to decision-making. The future isn't AI alone. It's AI plus human judgment. What's Coming Next A refreshed IMC website and visual framework Expanded content around the Wheel of Life Individual and joint consulting and coaching services Deeper dives into each area of the framework in upcoming episodes Personal episodes where Mark and Jim share their own lived experiences inside the wheel Key Takeaways Structure creates freedom, not limitation Identity without reflection leads to drift Most problems aren't isolated. They're imbalance You don't need more information. You need better containers Nobody builds a meaningful life alone Next 2 Episodes: Jim and Mark interview each other using the wheel as a frame for each interview Because clarity is boring. But necessary.
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    37 min
  • Motivation is emotional - Self discipline is reliable

    Motivation is emotional - Self discipline is reliable
    Jan 8 2026
    Season 5, Episode 1: Self-Discipline The bridge between who you say you want to be and what you actually do. Mark and Jim kick off Season 5 by doing what they always do best: questioning the stuff we're supposed to accept, leaning on lived experience, and dragging timeless wisdom into the present. This episode centers on self-discipline, inspired by the teachings of Jim Rohn, and explores why motivation fails but structure, identity, and self-respect don't. Core Themes & Takeaways 1. Why Goals and Resolutions Fail Roughly 95% of people abandon resolutions by February.The problem isn't desire or intelligence.It's a misunderstanding of self-discipline and how it actually works. 2. Knowledge vs. Wisdom Knowledge is knowing what to do.Wisdom is doing it consistently, especially when no one is watching.Self-discipline is where wisdom shows up. The IMC Framework: The Five Areas of Life The conversation grounds itself in the Imperfect Men's Club "Wheel of Life," where Self sits at the center. Profession – Work as identity and purposeRelationships – With others and with timeHealth – Physical and mentalWorldview – Beliefs, faith, politics, upbringingMoney – Scarcity vs. abundance mindset Self-discipline touches all five whether you acknowledge it or not. Five Jim Rohn Insights on Self-Discipline 1. Self-Discipline Bridges Vision and Reality Discipline is the backbone of progress. Ideas don't execute themselves. You do. Or you don't. 2. Self-Respect Is Built in Private Every kept promise builds internal trust.Every skipped commitment quietly erodes it.Integrity counts most when no one's watching. 3. Identity Beats Emotion Discipline isn't about how you feel.It's about who you decide you are.Structure reflects identity, not mood. 4. Self-Leadership Begins With Resistance Courage isn't fearlessness.It's acting while fear is screaming in your ear.Leadership starts with leading yourself through discomfort. 5. Emotional Independence Is Freedom Authenticity requires disappointing people."I don't know" is often the most honest answer.Alignment beats approval every time. Discipline, Time, and Daily Rituals Mark breaks down why simple, fast, low-friction routines work better than grand plans: ShortEnjoyable (or rewarding afterward)Low cost or free When structure is right, discipline becomes execution instead of willpower warfare. Memorable Lines "Self-discipline is showing up for yourself.""The imperfection is the perfection.""You can feel resistance fully and still move forward.""Frameworks reduce the need for motivation." Final Thought Self-discipline isn't punishment. It's self-respect in action. If your life feels scattered, it's not because you lack ambition. It's because you're letting emotion drive the car instead of identity. Build the structure. Honor your word. Let confidence catch up. Season 5 is officially underway.
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    30 min
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