Jan. 15, 2026

Zander Sprague: How To Plan, Achieve, and Enjoy Your EPIC Journey

Zander Sprague: How To Plan, Achieve, and Enjoy Your EPIC Journey

Welcome to the Mind, Body, and Soul series on the Success InSight Podcast! In today’s episode, we chat with keynote speaker, award-winning author, TV and podcast host, and licensed professional clinical counselor Zander Sprague. Zander brings a wealth of experience and a contagious enthusiasm for helping people recognize and celebrate their own “EPIC” journeys—whether that’s running a marathon, writing a book, or overcoming unexpected life challenges.

EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward: How To Plan, Achieve, and Enjoy The JourneyDISCUSSION

1. Zander Sprague’s Background and Journey -- Motivation for helping others and finding fulfillment in his diverse professional pursuits.

2. The Concept of “EPIC” in Everyday Life

  • Definition of “EPIC” as personal achievements or milestones.
  • Recognize and celebrate personal epic achievements.

4. Taking the First Step Toward Epic Journeys

  • Common barriers.
  • Advice on beginning.

5. Tools and Techniques for Achieving Goals

  • Dictation and transcription software.
  • Working smarter, not harder.

6. The Role of Support Systems and Communities

  • The National Speakers Association for speakers and writers.
  • Learning from peers, sharing experiences, and accessing mentoring.

7. Overcoming Health Challenges and Mindset Shifts

  • Personal health journey.
  • Maintaining optimism and a proactive attitude during adversity.
  • Individuals who defy age and health setbacks (Alan Alda, Dick Van Dyke,

8. Details About “EPIC Begins with One Step Forward” Book

  • Structure: a how-to guide mixed with anecdotes and practical stories.
  • Embracing failure as part of any journey.
  • The “97.3 Rule”: most of the day is positive, focus on successes over setbacks.

9. TV Show and Podcast Details

  • Evolution from book to TV and podcast.
  • Focus on creating positive programming.

10. Grief Support and Advocacy

  • Work with sibling survivors and those who have experienced loss (board member of Compassionate Friends).
  • Writing about grief, imposter syndrome, and the emotional impact of publishing work.

LEARN MORE

To learn more about Zander and his work, visit his website at https://www.epicbegins.com or on these social sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EPIC.Zander

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/epic_begins/

EPIC Begins With 1 Step Forward: How To Plan, Achieve, and Enjoy The Journey:
https://www.amazon.com/EPIC-Begins-Step-Forward-Achieve/dp/097950306X


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