About Common Things, Uncommon Ways with Mike Watson
Join successful multifamily real estate developer, CEO of Summa Terra Ventures, and #1 Amazon bestselling author Mike Watson on "Common Things, Uncommon Ways," a podcast dedicated to challenging conventional wisdom. Each episode provides actionable insights into business, life, and self-improvement by revealing uncommon methods to achieve extraordinary results. Drawing from decades of entrepreneurial success, Mike empowers you to break free from trends and forge your own unique path. Dare to be different, think creatively, and transform everyday tasks into exceptional outcomes.
Mike Watson explores the crucial shift from merely doing to fundamentally becoming, emphasizing how goals necessitate personal transformation and identity alignment.
4 Nov 2025
14: The Concept of More & Elite Curiosity
Mike Watson explores the concept of achieving more by focusing on personal development and leveraging curiosity to unlock opportunities in business and life.
1 Oct 2025
13: Eliminate the Noise — How Steve Jobs Mastered Ruthless Focus
Mike Watson analyzes Steve Jobs' application of ruthless focus using the Signal-to-Noise Theory, explaining how prioritization and distraction elimination can transform business results.
25 Sept 2025
12: Stop Drinking Your Own Kool-Aid (Why Arrogance Kills Success)
Mike Watson explores how arrogance undermines success by damaging relationships and reputations, emphasizing the importance of humility in business and leadership.
11 Aug 2025
Special Episode: Lessons, Wins & the Mindset Behind Big Real Estate Deals — Mike Watson Interview with Logan Moffett
Real estate investor Mike Watson shares creative financing and multifamily investing strategies with host Logan Moffett, revealing how to scale deals without cash or perfect credit.
4 Aug 2025
11: What Is Your Legacy?
Mike Watson explores the concept of legacy, drawing from his real estate development experiences to reveal how vision, perseverance, and collaboration shape lasting impact.
16 Jun 2025
10: Paying Your Dues (Part 2) — What to Do When the Results Don’t Come
What happens when you’ve done everything right—yet still don’t see results? In this powerful solo episode, Mike dives deeper into the realities of growth, frustration, and faith as he follows up on last week’s conversation with Jordan Farr.
Whether you’re building a business, trying to lead a team, or just fighting for your next breakthrough, this episode is a wake-up call to keep pushing. Because real transformation doesn’t happen when it’s easy—it happens when it’s hard.
🎙️ In this episode:• Why consistent effort often comes before visible success• How to hold onto purpose when progress feels slow• The importance of self-awareness in long-term leadership• Why some “seasons” take longer—and how to stay in the game
4 Jun 2025
9: Paying Your Dues (with Jordan Farr)
Entrepreneur Jordan Farr discusses with host Mike Watson the sacrifices and failures that ultimately contribute to building a thriving business and earning trust in this interview.
27 May 2025
8: The Story of Josh Bell
Mike Watson discusses the Josh Bell experiment, revealing insights about attention, environment, and overlooked potential in an episode that explores missed opportunities and untapped gifts.
19 May 2025
7: The Power of Questions
In this thought-provoking episode, Mike breaks down the true power of asking better questions — and how curiosity can completely change your business, your mindset, and your results. From sprinkler heads to subdivisions, Mike shares personal stories and proven strategies to help you unlock clarity, connection, and growth by simply learning to ask more (and better) questions.
22 Apr 2025
6: Coming Out of Chaos
After breaking down “The Majesty of Chaos” in Episode 5, Mike returns with a raw, personal, and powerful story of how chaos shaped his life and business. From building a multimillion-dollar real estate empire to losing everything—and rebuilding stronger than ever—this episode is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and rising from the rubble. Learn how to stay soft in the storm, lead through loss, and come out of chaos not just surviving, but thriving.
14 Apr 2025
5: The Majesty of Chaos
In this episode, Mike Watson explores how chaos—whether in life, business, or leadership—isn’t something to fear, but something to study and embrace. From late-night anxiety to a snowstorm epiphany, Mike shares how moments that feel overwhelming can actually reveal beauty, order, and growth. Learn how to reframe stress, recognize hidden patterns, and use the “majesty of chaos” to become truly uncommon.
💡 Plus: Why 3,000 birds flying in sync isn’t random—it’s a masterclass in unity under pressure.
3 Apr 2025
4: Are You Ready to Walk on Water?
Mike challenges you to stop playing it safe and start stepping into the unknown. Using powerful stories—from scripture to history to business—Mike shares how real growth happens only when you’re willing to leave comfort behind, take bold action, and “get out of the boat.” If you’ve ever felt called to more, this is your push to move.
3 Apr 2025
3: Different is Amazing, Uncommon is Better
Mike unpacks the power of thinking differently and reacting with intention—especially when emotions run high. From turning road rage into compassion to embracing radical transparency in business, Mike shares stories and strategies that challenge you to stop jumping to conclusions and start becoming uncommon. Whether it’s managing partnerships, setting communication boundaries, or redefining risk, this one is packed with mindset shifts to help you grow personally and professionally.
3 Apr 2025
2: How to Master Communication
In this episode, Mike Watson dives into the art of mastering communication — the secret weapon of standout professionals. From daily habits like recording your own voice to using AI for real-time feedback, Mike breaks down practical ways to sharpen how you speak, write, and connect. You'll learn how to eliminate weak habits, become more self-aware, and communicate with clarity and conviction. If you want to build trust, win business, and make every interaction count, this episode is your blueprint.
3 Apr 2025
1: Common Things, Uncommon Ways
Welcome to the very first episode of "Common Things, Uncommon Ways," where host Mike Watson challenges conventional wisdom and invites you to think differently. Inspired by Malcolm Gladwell's "Outliers," Mike dives into how true success stems not from doing what everyone else does, but from finding unique, uncommon ways to tackle everyday challenges. Drawing from his 30+ years of experience in real estate and business, Mike shares powerful stories and practical strategies for standing out, from impressing city officials with meticulous preparation to surprising property sellers with unprecedented transparency. This podcast isn't about following trends; it's about creating your own path. Tune in to discover how you can transform common tasks into extraordinary results by simply daring to be different.
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