If You Can Dream It Be It with Riley Tejcek

“If you can dream it, be it.” — Riley Tejcek

What’s stopping you from chasing bold dreams and taking action on the life you truly want? Is it fear? Doubt? Waiting for the perfect moment? The reality is, there will never be a perfect time, there is only now. The people who create extraordinary success aren’t the ones who wait. They’re the ones who decide, commit, and take action, even when they don’t feel ready.

That’s exactly what Riley Tejcek has done. As a U.S. Marine captain, an Olympic hopeful in bobsled, and a children’s book author, she proves that chasing bold dreams isn’t about luck, it’s about bold decisions and daily discipline.

This poweful conversation will give you the exact mindset shifts, habits, and strategies to stop overthinking and start doing. By the end of this, you’ll be ready to take massive action toward your biggest goals. If you’re tired of standing still, let’s get moving.

Key Takeaways: The Foundation for Chasing Bold Dreams

Your dreams are possible but only if you take action. Riley’s success wasn’t handed to her. She made bold choices, pursued her passions, and refused to let fear dictate her future.
Don’t be your own ‘no.’ Too often, we stop ourselves before we even start. The difference between those who succeed and those who don’t is the willingness to take the first step.
Consistency builds excellence. Whether training for the Olympics, writing a book, or leading in the Marine Corps, Riley’s results come from daily habits and a commitment to showing up every single day.
Hold yourself accountable. If you wouldn’t let your best friend constantly flake, why allow yourself to do it? Be the kind of person you’d respect and want to follow.
Do hard things on purpose. Growth happens outside your comfort zone. From cold plunges to public speaking to waking up early, challenge yourself daily to build resilience and confidence.

Your Dreams Are Possible, But Only If You Take Action

Many people assume that those who achieve great things had some special advantage, better connections, more resources, or simply luck. But in reality, success is a product of consistent, intentional effort and the willingness to bet on oneself.

Riley’s story is proof of this. She didn’t sit back and wait for opportunities to fall into her lap. Instead, she actively pursued them.

She had no background in bobsledding when she first started but trained relentlessly to compete at the Olympic level.
She had never written a book before, but she still took the leap and became an author.
She committed to leading as a U.S. Marine captain, proving that discipline and action fuel success.

If Riley had waited for the “right” time, she would still be waiting. Chasing bold dreams requires taking action, even when you’re uncertain of the outcome.

Ask yourself: What’s one step I can take today to move closer to my dreams? No matter how small, that step will create momentum.

Don’t Be Your Own ‘No’

One of the biggest barriers to success isn’t external, it’s internal. Too often, people stop themselves before they even start. Fear of failure, self-doubt, and imposter syndrome create an invisible ceiling that prevents them from taking the first step.

Imagine if Riley had thought:
“I don’t have experience in bobsledding; I could never compete at the Olympic level.” Or “I’m not a professional writer, so why would anyone want to read my book?”

If she had let these doubts control her, she never would have taken action.

The truth is, chasing bold dreams means pushing past the voice in your head that says, “I’m not good enough.” Because the reality is, no one starts as an expert. The only way to get better is by starting, imperfectly, but decisively.

Challenge yourself: Are you shutting down your own opportunities before they even exist? Flip the script. Instead of focusing on what might go wrong, ask yourself: What if it actually works out?

Consistency Builds Excellence

The difference between those who achieve their dreams and those who don’t isn’t talent, it’s consistency.

Success isn’t the result of one big, dramatic action. It’s the result of showing up day after day, even when it feels like progress is slow.

Riley didn’t become an elite athlete overnight. Her progress came from discipline, daily training, repeating drills, refining her technique, and committing to long-term growth. Similarly, she didn’t write her book in a single sitting. It took dedication, persistence, and the ability to push past moments of doubt.

Chasing bold dreams means embracing the process, even when the excitement wears off. Motivation might get you started, but consistency keeps you going.

Ask yourself: What small habit can I implement today that will compound into long-term success? Whether it’s dedicating 15 minutes a day to learning, making one meaningful connection each week, or simply refusing to quit, consistent effort leads to extraordinary results.

Hold Yourself Accountable

It’s easy to make excuses when no one else is holding us accountable. But true growth comes from honoring the commitments we make to ourselves.

If a friend constantly canceled on you, you’d call them out. So why is it acceptable to cancel on your own dreams? Chasing bold dreams requires the same level of accountability you would expect from others.

Riley understood this when she decided to write her book. Instead of keeping the goal to herself, she made it public creating built-in accountability. By announcing her plans, she gave herself an extra layer of responsibility, making it harder to back out.

Who in your life can hold you accountable? Whether it’s a mentor, coach, or a trusted friend, find someone who won’t let you make excuses. You can also create self-accountability by setting deadlines, tracking progress, or making public declarations.

Do Hard Things on Purpose

Growth happens outside your comfort zone. The only way to become stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally is to challenge yourself regularly.

Riley didn’t just stumble into elite competition; she chose to push herself to uncomfortable limits. She actively sought out challenges whether that meant training at a higher level, competing in an unfamiliar sport, or writing a book despite having no prior experience.

Chasing bold dreams means choosing to do hard things before life forces you into them. It means embracing discomfort as a tool for transformation.

What’s one thing you can do today that makes you uncomfortable? Whether it’s having a tough conversation, waking up earlier, or committing to a new challenge, pushing yourself beyond what feels easy builds resilience and confidence.

Creating the Future with Bold Choices While Chasing Bold Dreams

Riley’s story is proof that success isn’t reserved for the lucky or the chosen, it’s built by those who make bold choices every single day. The people who achieve extraordinary success aren’t necessarily the smartest, the wealthiest, or the most connected. They are the ones who step forward despite uncertainty, take risks, and commit to consistent action.

Many people allow fear and self-doubt to keep them from taking action. They believe they need more experience, more preparation, or a better opportunity before they can begin. But here’s the truth:

Your circumstances don’t determine your future, your choices do.

Every great success story starts with one bold decision, a moment when someone chooses to step beyond their fears and pursue something bigger than themselves. Riley’s journey is no different.

She didn’t know how to pilot a bobsled when she started, but she learned.
She didn’t have a background in writing, but she wrote a book.
She didn’t wait for a perfect opportunity, she created one.

Each of these accomplishments started with a choice. A choice to:

Step into the unknown rather than stay in the comfort zone.
Be a beginner rather than wait to feel “ready.”
Fail forward rather than fear making mistakes.

The difference between dreamers and doers isn’t talent or luck, it’s the courage to take bold action.

Wrap Up & Next Steps

The path to greatness is built one day at a time. Your bold dreams are waiting for you, but only if you step forward and claim them.

Take action today. Tell someone your goal. Do one thing that moves you closer. And remember, you don’t have to do it alone. Surround yourself with people who push you to be better.

If you’re ready to commit to your next level and want a coach in your corner to help you be extraordinary, book a time below and let’s chat.