Sports Motivation Podcast

How do you make sure you're ready to succeed when you've just taken a big risk? I've had (and continue) to expose myself to new risks because of the new goals and targets I go after and there is a certain way to think and certain strategies to employ in order to give you as much certainty as possible. In this throwback episode, I break down how to approach a big move and how to make it a success. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:28) This episode is dedicated to Frank (4:53) The risks I have taken (5:46) #1: Know your outcomes and goals (7:45) #2: Understand your chokeholds and obstacles (8:59) #3: Get your money right (11:58) Money represents value (13:25) #4: Track and collect all momentum (14:03) #5: Keep a close eye on your vices (15:43) #6: Create your power circle (16:26) #7: Keep your mind right (17:33) #8: Give yourself that pleasure of the freedom you gave yourself and have no regrets (18:21) #9: Always evaluate what you learn

I had a lot of fun recording this, as I made sure to not hold anything back...You may have a difficult time hearing parts of it, but it's the truth as I see it. There are no "easy" steps to become the level of tough you need to be. It's difficult, and that's ok. But you must be aware of how to do it, and you need to be woken up. Tomorrow's the start of a new decade... Get a fresh start and toughen up.

The human brain is wired to overvalue the opinions of our peers....it served us back when we were roaming the African savanna, but it doesn't serve us as much now. That feeling you get when your friends talk mess about you, when your parents disapprove, or when you miss a shot in a game...That feeling paralyzes many and prevents them from taking risks or doing what is necessary. You cannot be a victim to this disease, you have to learn how to overcome the fear of others opinions...but how? How can you practically and systematically build immunity to what stops so many others? In this episode, I show you how I approach this problem. Time Stamps: (1:31) Training on how to care less what others think (2:58) Name one high performer who wasn't motivated... (4:00) Michael Moss: Salt Sugar Fat: How the Food Giants Hooked Us (4:12) Ray Dalio: Principles (4:33) Higher versus lower self (7:36) We all have the same needs and fears (8:23) Step 1: Learn how to breathe (10:18) Mark Divine: Unbeatable Mind and Way of the SEAL (11:26) Step 2: Analyze your goals and your vision (14:25) I answer to King Zeus (15:02) Make yourself a disciple of your vision (16:20) Step 3: Put yourself in more situations where you can be judged (18:16) Remind yourself about how much people really don't care about you (22:03) Opinions that we are afraid of are literally nothing

Whether you are a current or former athlete, the older you get, the more tight and stiff your body will become, unless you take proactive measures to get it right. In this episode, I share a new tool that I have begun using that has taken my pliability and "limberness" to the next level. I was introduced to this tool through Tom Brady's "TB12 Method" book, and it is quite effective. Take a listen. #UpOnGame

I fell across this classic by accident and when I first started reading it, I was blown away. Check out why in this episode. #Bars imnotyou.com/top100

There are certain things you can GUARANTEE you will be exposed to on your way to crushing your goals, and if you aren't aware, you may respond to these roadblocks in a way that will further hold you back. In this episode, I show you these roadblocks, and tell you how to knock 'em down. imnotyou.com/test (1:57) You are ALL valuable (3:37) It's time to go ALL IN. (8:13) 4 things that you will experience when you make the jump. (9:01) #1: Hitting the wall after your motivational start. (11:24) #2: Friends and family that aren't in alignment, will fade off. (13:57) #3: You will consider quitting. (17:45) #4: Your high standards will result in devaluing your progress. (19:15) How to anticipate, and overcome these roadblocks.

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Big Sean has always been a prime example of the "I'm Not You" mindset, and this song explains how... #BARS

There will be times (especially in the beginning of your pursuit of greatness) where you will have NO results to show for your efforts. Most people lose confidence, and then stop moving with speed. This can't be you. In this episode, I break down how to stay confident even in the face of adversity and lack of results. Listen, and apply. imnotyou.com/coaching

There is a certain brand of competitor that thrives in the Jungle... we call this type of individual, a "Killa". In this episode, I break down the mental anatomy of a Killa, their mindset, and the skills and strategies that make them so dominant. If you want to develop the mindset, habits and systems that are required to dominate and create results under any type of pressure, go to Imnotyou.com/welcometothejungle Time Stamps: (1:22) Review: Set aggressive outcomes without limits (4:01) Don't be a cornball. (5:11) If you got a problem with chasing your goals, unsubscribe to this podcast. (5:39) Review: Boldly face reality (7:59) Why are you so afraid? (8:54) Review: Plan and anticipate everything (9:57) Stop wasting time (10:38) Review: Go through the fire (11:22) Ain't no overnight successes. (12:04) Review: Ruthlessly self-evaluate (12:45) Review: Re-Up (14:00) Challenge your foundational beliefs. (15:53) Evolve, or die. (16:50) Paint your vision clear (17:17) A killa is... SELF-RELIANT (17:53) A killa is... DECISIVE (18:28) A killa is... RUTHLESS (19:04) A killa is... DISCIPLINED (19:35) A killa is... STRUCTURED (19:52) A killa is... SYSTEMATIC (20:02) A killa is... PERSISTENT (20:17) Breaking down the mindset of a killa (23:11) The result is a supremely confident, fearless-competitor (23:58) What's preventing you from this? (25:48) This is why I do what I do (27:06) Announcement: Welcome to the Jungle

What do you do when you accomplish a goal? Celebrate? What do you do when you fail? The last rule in the Jungle Series, is the rule that every champion inherently knows; there is no finish line. With this awareness, you simply get up every time you fail, and re-establish a new goal every time you succeed. The game doesn't stop. In this episode, I break down the art and science of the "re-up". Time Stamps: (1:22) The "jungle" vs. the "zoo" (2:37) A quick review of the previous episodes (Rules 1-5) (4:04) RULE 6: Re-Up (5:14) Evolve or die (6:47) Establish your STANDARD.

Most people will take action, fail, and then wonder why they aren't getting what they want. This wondering is passive, childish and non-effective. Instead of wondering, I want you to make the habit of deep introspection a habit. We call this "ruthless self-evaluation". When you do this consistently, you develop tough skin and make improvements faster... results will then, flow. In this episode I show you the mental framework for evaluating yourself ruthlessly, and how to implement. Time Stamps: (1:22) Don't listen if you haven't heard the first episodes (2:58) A quick review of the previous episodes (Rules 1-4) (4:44) RULE 5: Ruthlessly Self-Evaluate (6:39) Avoid the "self-help mentality" (7:39) Compare yourself to ultimate results (9:06) Next steps: Ruthless evaluations + Immediate action (9:43) The price of not doing this… (12:29) "What is it that I'm doing?"

You can think, plan, deliberate....all of see things are important. But at some point, you will have to actually DO something. No one likes to fail, or even make mistakes....but it's through these failures and mistakes, in relation to our goals, that you evolve and become more beasty. In this episode, I show you how to more fearlessly take action. Time Stamps: (1:22) "Jungle" vs. "Zoo" (2:40) A quick review of the previous episodes (Rules 1-3) (4:58) RULE 4: Going through the fire. (7:48) Come face to face with the opposite. (10:04) To get what you want, you HAVE to face what you DON'T want. (11:40) Don't cheat the laws of nature. (13:27) What scares you?! (14:35) Legendary quotes (16:47) Evolution > Wins and Losses (18:30) You will be rewarded. (19:42) Next step: No days off. // James Harrison, Jerry Sienfield… (22:28) Next step: Take action in flurries. (23:35) Next step: Begin each work-day with a plan. (23:49) Next step: Create scripts for your mornings. (24:24) Next step: Say YES to challenge that are relevant to your goals. (25:22) Next step: Plan each week. (25:35) Next step: Learn from last week before planning this week. (25:58) Act in spite of Fear.

The importance of planning and anticipating cannot be overlooked. It's not enough to set goals and face reality; you must be able to design plans that help you move quickly and efficiently towards what you want. In this episode, I share with you a powerful and practical 5-step plan to get what you want, based on the wisdom and philosophy of billionaire Ray Dalio. Time Stamps: (1:22) RULE #3: Anticipate and plan everything (4:49) Don't completely ignore the bad things (7:34) "Principles" by Ray Dalio (12:32) Next step: Ask yourself the following questions... "How realistic is your plan right now?"

If you want to set aggressive goals the only way to make things happen is to- immediately after setting the goal- FACE REALITY. Part of the reality is that you aren't nearly as talented, prepared, or skilled enough to reach your goals. And if this reality makes you run for the hills, you don't belong in the jungle. In this episode, I show you how to more fearlessly face your reality so that you can accomplish goals systematically, and certainly. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Jungle Series! (4:14) RULE #2: Boldly face reality. (6:07) You don't have what it takes. (7:00) Don't let you instincts dictate how you view reality. (10:28) Next step: Study the process of getting what you want. (12:06) Next step: Seek advice from qualified people. (14:11) Next step: Ask yourself the tough questions. (15:40) Next step: Evaluate things consistently and systematically.

So many people limit themselves. They set their goals too small and reasonable... why go after something when you could fail, embarrass yourself, and fall flat on your face? This is the code of someone in the Zoo, not the Jungle. In this episode, I show you the first rule, which is about setting big goals, and operating under no limits. By doing this, you not only set yourself up for next level results, but you evolve and grow so much in the process that living by this law becomes a no-brainer. Time Stamps: (1:22) Make sure you listen to part one of the "Jungle Series" (3:00) Your mindset is the most in your control (4:48) Find yourself that power circle (7:00) Create what you want. (8:32) RULE #1: Setting (and claiming) aggressive outcomes, without limits (14:05) Reality: No one knows the future (15:16) Reality: Small goals aren't guaranteed (15:54) Reality: Is "harder" work always the answer? (17:18) Don't let fear prohibit your journey (18:34) The logical breakdown: "What you doing today?" (21:41) The logical breakdown: "What happens when you fail?" (22:56) The logical breakdown: "Why not set that big goal?" (29:14) What is it that you are actually going after?

In the first episode of this podcast series, I break down what it means to be in the jungle, why victimhood will be the death of you, and the reason why I am the way that I am... It's important to understand the motivation behind the I'm Not You movement, because it will be challenging to create the level of results you want, to become a level of great you've always aspired to be. The Jungle can be harsh, and that's why I must teach you in the way that I do. Enjoy. Time Stamps: (1:22) Oh you gave up, huh? (3:34) Victims. (5:18) Don't be a softie that loves sympathy, and complains about everything. (6:14) Backlash from an episode I did: "For the women" [Listen] (8:41) This is the jungle. (12:25) Mary Cain and Nike (18:54) 24 and in the NFL (21:40) We don't complain over here. (24:10) How I was a victim in my childhood. (37:17) "Im yo daddy now" (40:19) Adopt this new mindset of control (47:08) What to expect over the course of these next episodes... Imnotyou.com

Belief is everything....and leads to every result you accomplish (or DON'T accomplish). The problem is that most of us approach belief passively, and with no plan. We need to build belief with same level of intensity, intention and consistency as we do with our physical body. This is why I created Mental Reps. It is one of the most powerful, effective and fun ways to build belief, increase confidence and reach your goals with more speed and efficiency. This is the 3rd mixtape installment of Mental Reps, and it will have you floating and feeling like you can take over the world. Use this daily, before workouts, in the morning while you get ready, or before games. This is explicit, so those of you with sensitive ears, you would be wise to skip this episode. If you haven't already, subscribe to the Get Ya Mind Right Motivation Podcast, home of the Mental Reps episodes. ENJOY. (1:27) All By Myself (7:02) I Can Do It Pt. 2 (14:52) I Got Purpose (17:09) I Feel Pain (28:14) Keep Ya Head Up (38:00) Everyday is Friday (44:45) I Do What I Say (54:27) Nobody Cooler Than Me

Making the wrong decisions with who you hire, align with, and collaborate with, can cause incredible amounts of pain and frustration. Whether you own a business, or manage your sports career, it is crucial that you base your choices from your goals and values. Today I introduce you to a very powerful book that laid out a practical framework for hiring the right people. #UpOnGame

"If it ain't broke, don't fix it"...... you ever heard this saying before? In this episode, I give you some advice from the ancient War strategist Sun Tzu, where he explains success on the battle field in an entirely different light. The competitor who stays fluid, nimble and adaptable, is the one who will win. #BARS

Belief is everything....and leads to every result you accomplish (or DON'T accomplish). The problem is that most of us approach belief passively, and with no plan. We need to build belief with same level of intensity, intention and consistency as we do with our physical body. This is why I created Mental Reps. It is one of the most powerful, effective and fun ways to build belief, increase confidence and reach your goals with more speed and efficiency. This is the 2nd mixtape installment of Mental Reps, and it will have you floating and feeling like you can take over the world. Use this daily, before workouts, in the morning while you get ready, or before games. This is explicit, so those of you with sensitive ears, you would be wise to skip this episode. If you haven't already, subscribe to the Get Ya Mind Right Motivation Podcast, home of the Mental Reps episodes. ENJOY. (1:22) Introduction (8:26) The Warm Up (14:23) It's Already Real (23:40) It's About ME (26:36) We Are Not The Same (40:14) Double Down (51:30) No Compassion (59:15) I Ain't A Slave To Nothin' (1:07:28) You Make Me Strong (1:17:17) Putting in Work

Every once in awhile, I need to remind myself how soft I am in order to challenge myself and burn out the weakness. In this episode, I share with you 7 ways to know if you're being soft so you can wage war against the weaker you to move more aggressively towards your goals. Time Stamps: (1:22) Get ready for a Reality Check (3:37) What it means to be "soft" (5:17) The 7 signs of softness (5:28) Complaining about other people (7:31) Avoiding conflict (9:17) Justifying mediocrity (11:52) Allowing fear to hinder aggressive goal-setting (15:15) Relying on others to help you (16:58) Ray Dalio's, "Principles" (17:56) You still wake up late (20:30) Vices

We all know the power of repetition, and how to use it to increase skill and achieve mastery. In this episode I break down how to make repetition even easier. #UpOnGame

I fell across this classic by accident and when I first started reading it, I was blown away. Check out why in this episode. #BARS

Many days I go to sleep and wake up with a nagging feeling of "maybe I'm not doing enough....maybe I could do better". In this episode I break down how to handle this emotion.

Are you happy with the way you look? Your position on your team? The money in your bank account? Most people give up on the finish line and bull themselves into thinking they don't want the goal, money, or body they really want. This cannot be you. Take a listen and get inspired to re-engage on what you really want in life. Time Stamps: (1:22) Let me start off by asking you a couple of questions (7:17) If you could make it happen, would you? (8:05) Are you jealous if someone has what you want? (14:06) Determine your goal (16:34) Look at yourself in the mirror and realize how soft you've been and feel the pain (17:22) Create a plan and execute (18:02) Learn from failure (20:16) READ! (23:29) An example from a call I had (31:03) Do not Settle (31:34) My daughter Rylee (35:47) Dave Asprey and The Bulletproof Diet

This YouTube channel will prove to be more valuable than ever, as he breaks down the mindset of Kobe Bryant in a way that is clear, concise and practical. #UpOnGame

One of my favorite rappers Nipsey Hussle talks about the importance of paying attention to detail in his new banger. Take a listen. #BARS

Not having enough money, struggling financially, and inability to deal with financial pressure is what's holding a lot of athletes and entrepreneurs back from moving aggressively and actually creating the wealth they want. I was no different. Let me show you what I have learned about the art and science of creating wealth for yourself. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:31) My history with money (4:47) My practical approach to money (5:13) #1: Give yourself a thorough reality check (5:45) #2: Spent time getting clarity on your thoughts and beliefs on money (8:52) #3: Have a system for managing your money (9:26) #4: Start giving money away (12:37) #5: Pay off your consumer debt and create a plan (14:55) #6: Embrace Pressure (16:43) #7: Practice gratitude daily for what you have (20:52) The Money Playbook (21:02) Books on money- Science of Getting Rich, Financial Freedom in less than 8 minutes a day, and Richest Man in Babylon

Being a "victim" doesn't only refer to a refugee or homeless person....some of you so-called "competitors" are about as helpless, soft, and weak as new-born babies. In this episode, I show you the evidence of victimhood, with a heartfelt call to action to quit it. It's time to burn out all of the weakness, to recreate yourself into a dominant force in you career and life.

I know you're like me.... each day, you're doing something to reach towards your goals and make your reality even better. To improve, grow, and accomplish more... Some days are harder than others. If you're not careful to regulate and monitor your emotions, you can lose your motivation and drive, resulting in lapses in momentum. This video is what I watch and listen to when I am struggling to maintain my drive. Diddy does a lot to keep you upbeat and alert. Check it out... https://youtu.be/ODV_86VLm0E #UpOnGame

If your desire is to be an influencer and lead people to a new reality, you will be challenged... with your past conditioning; people who don't agree; and the resistance of old patterns in those you lead. That's why Nas' lyric in this song hits so close to home. You must take on the attitude of Nas, and be "oblivious to your skeptics". This song is on heavy rotation, take a listen. #BARS

So you've decided to hang up the cleats, the spikes... you're done with your sport... but for some reason you feel depressed. You can't watch your sport, and you find yourself obsessing over all the mistakes you've made, and how it could have been so different. I can relate 100%. The problem is, if you stay there, you're going to only end up feeling more of what you feel now. In this episode, I show you how to (very practically) attack this challenge, and how to use your past to make you better than you've ever been. Time Stamps: (1:22) My feelings of "regret" with my time in the NFL (4:52) What game were you playing? (5:21) What do you REGRET? (6:14) Talk about this, often. (7:12) Be able to answer this set of questions... (10:32) Don't run from your failures, mistakes, and shortcomings. (13:11) TRANSITION into a new game. (15:36) Set aggressive goals and establish a new purpose for this new game. (16:00) Identify a clear-cut process for your new game. (16:56) Apply all lessons from your old game, to your new game. (18:31) Share as often as possible. (19:35) Stay LOCKED IN to your life right now. (22:48) The time is NOW.

A lot of you have been complaining of little to no playing time, lack of revenue, and how no one knows abiout you. You say it as if it should be different. Your challenge is to see the truth: you are not working nearly as hard enough to create the results you want. Inn this episode, I challenge you to take gonna different mindset and approach to WORK. Time Stamps: (1:22) You are competitors by nature (2:30) Do you have trouble reading books? (6:42) 10,000 hours (7:40) Today's reality check: PUT IN MORE WORK. (8:06) Why Drew Brees stood out from the rest. (11:28) How I stood out from the rest of my high-school teammates. (12:36) Do more work than everyone else. Create your own routines. (14:37) Specialized training (18:05) No more complaints!

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On the road to what you ultimately desire, you will be faced with choices... Do I invest, or do I wait? Do I make a move, or do I sit still and continue to grind? It is confusing, and sometimes in our quest to be "wise" and "intelligent', we end up hoarding resources, only to further reinforce the results we don't want, and it prevents us from growing. Nipsey Hussle had a different approach. He didn't spend recklessly, without a plan... and he also didn't sit on his money, waiting for "the promised land". He had a "ball later, and ball now" mentality. In this episode, I break down his philosophy, and show you how this is relevant to you and your process. #BARS

Do you struggle with confidence? Do you believe you have the skill but lack the assurance in yourself? This is what separates good from great. Listen as I give you a real-life example from my life how to increase your confidence and a simple but incredibly effective written exercise you can use today to start gaining more confidence. Time Stamps: (1:21) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:40) Confidence is critical (2:18) Definition of confidence (3:35) What is a habit? (5:45) Identify problems quickly and execute plans to address those problems (6:33) Create a feeling of control (7:54) The "jar" (9:30) Shoutout to our former guest, Tony Horton (11:58) Reinforce the right behavior (13:40) What problems do you have in your life? (13:52) Confidence written exercise (14:56) Email me at [email protected] and let me know how this exercise works for you

In this interview, I speak with the founder and CEO of Coyote Ugly Saloon, one of the most popular and successful bars in the world, Liliana Lovell. She breaks down her philosophy on leadership, loyalty and what it takes to build a global brand in an industry that did not welcome her with open arms. TIME STAMPS: (0:00) A special birthday shoutout to my killas, Rachel & Rose! (6:02) Intro to today's episode (8:55) Welcome, Liliana Lovell! (9:42) Liliana's story (12:48) What college taught Liliana as an entrepreneur (13:52) The launch and expansion of "Coyote Ugly" (16:51) "When you have nothing, you've got nothing to lose." (20:43) Having the foresight to think 5 years down the road. (22:18) Liliana's weaknesses along her journey. (24:37) Having super-high standards for your business. (25:49) The skeleton behind Liliana's business-model. (28:43) Why Liliana still hires all the opening-staffs around the world, in-person. (31:09) Fears, doubts, and bar culture. (33:58) What helped Liliana deal with her fears and doubts. (34:56) High-valued characteristics in Liliana's team. (36:16) "Loyalty" (38:36) Being a female entrepreneur in America (42:37) "Imposter Syndrome" (44:55) Key tip: Don't be dumb with money. (50:13) How Liliana stays up to date on all things business. (51:52) Liliana's keys to maintaining high-energy. (53:30) Liliana's round-table wish of "dead-or-alive" greats. (55:51) How to get in touch with Liliana and support Coyote Ugly's latest charity for the Bahamas Website: www.coyoteuglysaloon.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/coyoteuglysaloon Instagram: www.instagram.com/coyoteuglyusa

In this episode, I share with you one of my most gifted books, and a personal favorite of mine that not only drops jewels in a very efficient and convenient way, but also shows you how to adopt a stoic lifestyle. #UpOnGame Check out my Top 100 Books here: imnotyou.com/bookclub

It's all about Control.. but what happens when you can't trust anyone, and your heart turns cold? It's all about people, love and relationships.....but what happens when you begin to rely on others so much that you are addicted to their approval, love and attention? In today's episode, I share with you a beautiful song that illustrates the ultimate self-love mentality. #Bars

"Nature has made up her mind that what cannot defend itself shall not be defended." -Ralph Waldo Emerson Over the past 5 episodes, I have broken down for you the need to take full control over every aspect of your life and career, and the consequences if you don't. You've learned the importance of Self-Reliance, Discipline, Strategy, and controlled Aggression. You've heard from the world's greatest and most dominant high-performers. Tupac. Malcolm X. Arnold Schawarrzengger. Kobe Bryant. Michael Jordan. Tom Brady... But still, you lack clarity. How do you build these qualities and traits in a systematic fashion? How do you gain control? In this episode, I reveal the ultimate system for control, and show you how to take your confidence, clarity, and sense of control to the next level. Imnotyou.com/KI Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome to the conclusion of the Control Series! (3:10) Don't be like most people... (8:09) Are you afraid of success? (8:30) Stop romanticizing the "greats" (9:46) If you want results, reverse-engineer (11:48) You can systematically create what you want... (13:50) It's about Discipline, Strategy & Aggression. (16:00) It's about identity, calm and poise. (17:15) You have seeds of greatness within you (18:08) You might only see the tip of the iceberg... (18:47) Are you prepared to put in this work??? (21:11) My story isn't an easy one. (23:40) Killer Instinct will put you in a position of POWER.

Control is the name of the game. One of the biggest reasons why so many lack a sense of control, as they navigate towards their ultimate visions and goals, is lack of aggression. This word gets a bad wrap... but it's a form of energy - a gift to those who know how to create it, and channel it in the right direction. In today's episode of the Control Series, I show you how to develop this mindset with the help of Dame Dash, 50 Cent, Kevin Gates and Diddy. Time Stamps: (1:22) The inspiration behind the Control Series (3:30) Today's episode: AGGRESSION (5:04) CLIP: Dame Dash on DJ Clue (5:52) Put pressure on these fools. (6:51) CLIP: Diddy "Run faster" (7:02) Start LIVING this life. (7:49) CLIP: Tupac, "I have no fear. I have only ambition." (8:04) How to build your aggression... (8:43) #1: You HAVE to set BIGGER goals. (9:28) CLIP: 50 Cent, "Persistent" (10:28) Be crazy enough to say what you want. Speak it into existence. (11:46) CLIP: Dame Dash, "I love jets..." (12:07) Whatever it is you want, OWN IT. (14:39) CLIP: Kevin Gates, "I wanna get mine out the mud" (15:11) Build from the bottom up. Avoid the hand-outs. (16:38) #2: Surround yourself with absolute beasts to hold you accountable (16:56) CLIP: Kevin Gates, on holding himself accountable (18:14) Hold yourself accountable and be ruthless with the people you surround yourself with. (18:55) CLIP: 50 Cent, on watching who you talk to. (19:30) Your reality check. (20:35) CLIP: 50 Cent, "You gotta be smart enough to pick up the information as you go" (21:26) Are you really soaking up this free game?? (24:38) CLIP: Diddy, "If you want something bad enough..." (25:00) Be greedy with the small gains (26:02) CLIP: Diddy, "Lock in on your dream" (26:35) You gotta lock in TODAY. (27:19) CLIP: Diddy, "LET'S GO!" (28:08) You gotta harvest positive, high energy throughout the day (29:22) CLIP: 50 Cent, "I'm by myself" (30:07) Who's coming to save you?? (32:25) CLIP: Dame Dash, on setting more and more goals (32:51) You gotta believe that no one's better than me. (33:21) A message for the old-heads (35:03) A message for the youngins (36:46) A message for the mid-30s...

Most people run from frustration, overwhelm and mental fatigue. In this episode, I show you the power of overwhelm, and how to strategically position yourself to grow at a fast and aggressive rate.

One of the greatest rappers of all time breaks down the mindset that leads to dropping classics versus being a one-hit wonder. This applies to any high performer and is one of the most difficult things to do. Listen to Nas tell it... #BARS

In the fourth installment of the Control Series, I break down the importance of having a STRATEGY. Most are winging it, and fooling themselves into thinking they are progressing, when all they are doing is checking boxes. You must take on the mindset of the most dominant athletes of all time. Floyd Mayweather. Muhammad Ali. Michael Jordan. Kobe Bryant. Not only were they disciplined, tireless workers; they were strategic. I break down the common mistakes most make, and how to be a true strategic leader to put yourself in the ultimate position of #CONTROL.

"Fatigue makes cowards of us all"..... How disciplined are you? How much control do you have over yourself, your habits, and your routines? How well do you follow through? In this 3rd installment of the Control Series, I break down the importance of having insane levels of discipline, and how to build it systematically. We find inspiration from models of discipline like Tupac, Malcolm X, Kobe Bryant and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Time Stamps: (1:22) DISCIPLINE (7:11) Despise all things that prevent you to act. (7:46) CLIP: J. Cole on controlling vices (alcohol, social media, etc) (13:26) Your ability to secure results, is reliant on your discipline. (16:23) CLIP: Kobe's playoff airballs (18:43) Look at the reality of the situation. (20:35) CLIP: Kobe on training at 4am (22:32) Think logically - what are you doing it for? OutWORK your opponent. (25:25) At the root of it all - a sense of URGENCY (26:24) CLIP: 2Pac's sense of urgency on the studio (27:23) You must develop a supreme sense of urgency that's uncommon. (28:21) CLIP: Malcolm X, "No fear" (28:33) You must become fearless. (26:15) CLIP: Arnold Schwarzenegger, "What are you hungry for?" (30:43) You gotta OWN your drive. (31:26) CLIP: 2pac's fearlessness (31:42) Will you do anything?? (32:03) You gotta have a competitive drive... (32:16) CLIP: MJ's scrimmage-training (33:26) What training tools can you use to fuel your competitiveness? (34:19) Stamina (34:58) CLIP: Jimmy Johnson, "Fatigue makes cowards of us all" (37:20) You can't afford to be a "coward"...

Most people love to validate themselves and surround themselves with "yes" men. This will only leave you stuck, frustrated and with an inflated and fragile ego. You must do the opposite, and find people to challenge you and expose the lies you tell yourself. In this episode I break down why, and how.

In this episode, I show you the mindset of billionaire Tom Monaghan, the power of questioning everything, and learning new information with implementation at a fast pace.

In Part 2 of the Control Series, we explore what's at the root of all those truly in control.....Self-Reliance. Self Reliance is the willingness, ability and need, to do things on your OWN. It's the commitment to take full responsibility of your environment, goals, and results. It's difficult to do, and many choose to not to go this route. This cannot be you. In this episode, I give you several examples of true models of control, including Dame Dash, Nipsey Hussle and Young M.A, and how their philosophy leads them to accomplish at high levels. Episode Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome to part 2 of the Control Series (3:45) No one is exempt from the uncontrollables (4:09) The internal feeling of "control" (5:49) The first pillar of control: "Self-Reliance" (7:42) CLIP: Malcolm X on his "Self-help philosophy" (8:30) Turn to YOURSELF. Most people rely on OTHERS... (12:23) Key #1 to Self Reliance: Taking full RESPONSIBILITY. (13:53) CLIP: Nipsey Hussle on taking ownership (artist independence) (14:50) Don't sell your goals and dreams for a small cut.. (16:41) CLIP: Young M.A on turning down large deals (thinking long-term) (18:15) Sacrificing your control for a short-term reward will keep you trapped. (19:09) CLIP: Nipsey Hussle on being the "executive" (21:21) You must have a willingness to embrace pain/discomfort, in exchange for full control. (22:55) CLIP: Dame Dash, "a true dog eats the food he kills" (24:22) Don't be a "caged-dog" (25:00) CLIP: Nipsey Hussle on being "checked" (25:30) Check yourself; don't be checked (25:58) Key #2 to Self Reliance: Play your OWN game. Advance your OWN goals. (29:05) CLIP: Dame Dash, "I don't play Hollywood's game" (29:45) Create your own opportunities; don't complain/cry about another person's game... (31:19) CLIP: Malcolm X, "putting the cart before the horse" (32:00) YOU get to decide. (33:02) CLIP: Dame Dash on starting your own; there's no pride in a secure job. (34:03) There's no excuse to not start your own thing... (35:06) Key #3 to Self Reliance: Creating your own IDENTITY. (36:06) CLIP: Young M.A on being lesbian, "I'm just Young M.A" (36:40) Don't allow people to put a label on you. (38:07) CLIP: Dame Dash, "I'm a tycoon" (38:35) "I ain't nothing like [y'all]" (39:21) Learn how to be on your own. (43:24) It's time to take inventory...

In the Jungle, there is chaos, continuous change, and danger. This quickly leads to overwhelm, frustration and helplessness for most people. My goal for you is to be in CONTROL. Over the next several weeks, I will be detailing how to develop the mindset of a true Jungle Lion... complete control, confidence and poise under pressure, while executing consistently. In today's episode I detail my story... my episodes of helplessness and how I was able to take control back. Listen closely, as I will be showing you what control looks like, the illusion that it really is, how to create a sense of control wherever you go, and whatever goals you decide to pursue. Time Stamps: (1:22) Shoutout to my DAY ONES! (2:22) "From reserve to pro" - the inspiration behind today's episode (9:28) My reality check: The most important traits that I LACKED. (12:25) My transition: I was stuck and couldn't stand where I was at... (14:50) My transformation: I had to wake up to my reality. (22:44) The ILLUSION of CONTROL (28:13) Why most people lack control (39:53) You know this is all possible. (41:19) What to expect over the next three weeks!