The Cost of Comfort

Comfort is a trap—and the cost is your potential. In this episode of Built by Discipline, Scott Schwertly shares the real story of how getting fired launched his entrepreneurial career, why comfort leads to performance decay, and how elite performers intentionally chase discomfort to stay sharp, focused, and disciplined.

What is Built by Discipline?

Built by Discipline is the podcast for business leaders, athletes, creatives, and high-performers who know that real results start from within. Hosted by Scott Schwertly—Identity Architect and founder of GritBase—this no-fluff show delivers tactical mindset shifts, personal growth frameworks, and battle-tested stories from the trenches of sport, leadership, and life.