Right About Now with Ryan Alford

What’s up, everyone!

It’s Ryan Alford here, and this week’s Right About Now episode is one of the most powerful conversations I’ve had yet. I sat down with the incredible Matt Higgins—an entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of RSE Ventures—to break down his game-changing mindset: Burn the Boats. If you’ve ever felt stuck, hesitant, or like you’re holding back, this one’s for you.

Matt’s story is a masterclass in grit, risk-taking, and unleashing your full potential by eliminating your Plan B. When you commit fully and leave no room for retreat, greatness is the only option.

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Whats the Plan for 2025?

(1) Ditch the Safety Net—It’s Holding You Back

You know the saying, “Always have a backup plan”? Matt calls BS. Having a Plan B gives you an excuse not to go all in. The most successful people—entrepreneurs, athletes, and leaders—put it all on the line and refuse to look back.

Your Move: What’s your safety net? Ask yourself: If failure wasn’t an option, what would I do differently today? Burn the boats and bet on yourself.

(2) Turn Your Pain Into Power

Matt didn’t have it easy. He’s been through struggles most people can’t imagine. But instead of breaking him, those moments built him. He turned pain into power, proving that the best fuel for success comes from our hardest experiences.

Your Move: Look at your challenges and failures. Instead of running from them, learn from them. Ask: How can this fuel my next move?

(3) Act Now. Success Doesn’t Wait for Perfect.

Matt believes in urgency over perfection—and I’m right there with him. Too many people wait for the stars to align before they start moving. Guess what? The perfect time doesn’t exist. Greatness rewards those who take action now.

Your Move: Pick that one thing you’ve been procrastinating on—the business idea, the side hustle, the call you need to make—and just do it. You’ll figure it out as you go.

Matt’s message is a wake-up call. If you want to level up, you have to commit with everything you’ve got. No escape routes. No retreat. Burn the boats and step into your greatness.

If you want more of Matt’s wisdom, grab his bestselling book "Burn the Boats" and follow him on Instagram (@mhiggins).