Sports Motivation Podcast

What you see on day to day is not always what you think it is.. it's just what you see, spiced up with your opinion. The skill I break down today is how to see things for what they are, before adding your spices (opinions) to it. When you can begin to do this, you become more able to control your responses and create better reactions to things that happen to you.

This skill is crucial... If you want to be good at dealing with reality, you have to start with being able to openly and honestly talk about, and identify, what you don't want. Without this skill (you get worse with time), you will stay in delusion and trick yourself into mediocrity.Dont give into what they tell you about focusing only on what you want, you've got to first deal with what's true. And whats true for you is that there's a lot of things you don't like. Well, let's talk about it...I break down how to better do that in this specific strategy.

Over the next 2 weeks, I am going to be taking you through a Reality Boot Camp...too many people cower under the weight of reality. And by "reality" I mean this: what is true for you, may be a little difficult to deal with or understand. We all have difficult areas of our life and they're not the way we want them to be; it's not fun. But it's those who can look at these results in the face, stare them down, break them down, and then create new plans to overcome... these are the winners. This is what I will be showing you how to do over the next 8 episodes. Back to back episodes. Tuesday through Friday. Enjoy.

The Blueprint will be available until Monday at midnight. If you haven't already, click the link in my bio to get access to the digital system and begin getting blueprints sent directly to your door each month. In today's episode, listen to Keys from best selling author Cal Newport on how to be an elite cognitive performer, and break down principles and strategies, many that inspired the Blueprint Time Mastery System.

If you still grocery shop at the store, you slippin'. This app (of which there are several others of the same type) saved me and my wife several hours a week.

This book I keep in almost every room of my house..it's that powerful. Check out the excerpt I break down. Listen on the Sports Motivation Podcast.

In this episode, I show you the solution to all of these mistakes... yes, ALL of these mistakes. The Blueprint. For the first time ever, I am making the time management system that I created, available to the public. Early in my entrepreneurial career, I realized I needed a customized solution to fit the needs of a true BOSS. The reality was that these little fuzzy-bear-paw-print-journals didn't take into consideration the realities of managing a company, a family, nor provide necessary support for the vision I had. So I created my own. If you're an Entrepreneur or a Committed athlete, this is the missing tool that is going to take your results to the next level. Visit imnotyou.com/blueprint to order your copy, before the first batch runs out.

How much time do you think goes into planing for a football game? A Basketball game? How much time do you spend getting ready and picking out your clothes? So why is it that most people spend no time planning out their week? Most don't have the standard, and they surely don't have a system, or method for doing it. In this episode, I address the standard and the strategy.

When people are stressed, we tend to eat more, sleep more and avoid things that are difficult. I suggest you try the opposite...in times of crisis or stress, try to avoid vices. I explain more in today's episode, so listen on the sports motivation podcast.

This song makes me emotional....Andre 3000's verse is crazy, and shows why he is a legend.

This simple distinction will give you much needed clarity, and will help you to take advantage of your time in a more efficient way.

Life is complex. You don't have the luxury of just focusing on ONE area...we have to be strategic, calculated and well balanced in our approach to life. Listen to today's episode to find out how to avoid the mistake of tunnel vision, and to establish a pattern of dominating in several areas at once. It's possible, but it takes a certain strategy.

Put your phone to bed at night (or even in its own room), it will change your life. Tune in to the sports motivation podcast, link in my IG bio.

Discipline....the simple act of doing what you know you have to. Not very sexy, but is at the cornerstone of any lasting result. Check out the clip I break down from a classic Napoleon Hill book, "How to Raise Your Own Salary" where he details its importance.

You don't have as much time as you think you have. You move entirely too slow, and have way too much patience. You don't need more time; you need more urgency. Listen up to learn how to create necessary urgency every day.

If you are bored, burned out, or lack intensity on the day-to-day, this is for you. Chances are, you're making the mistake of having too much redundancy, without establishing clear and exciting outcomes on a daily basis. Check out todays episode to figure out how to remedy this mistake.

Before TVs and microwaves, Americans used to do this a lot more often.....Now it's uncommon. What habit am I talking about? Eating meals together at the table. Listen on the Sports Motivation Podcast!

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

Your weak ego is keeping you from growing....instead of looking at mistakes and understanding the root causes, you ignore them. This is what the foolish and weak do...not us.

Be wary of oversimplified advice and people telling you, "just be grateful" and you'll achieve success...sounds dumb right? You'd be surprised at how many of us get seduced by this nonsense. In this episode I show you the mistake so many make, and what you need to do instead.

Understanding yourself is key. To understand yourself, you need to understand your past. To understand your past, you need to explore how you were raised. To know how you were raised, you need to think about your parents/guardians, and what beliefs you formed as you grew up. Reading books on parenting (even if you don't have kids) helps you understand yourself on a deeper level, and settle a lot of the inner conflict.

Reading Ralph Waldo Emerson is a mental workout...but it will get you in shape. Listen to this very important lesson I break down from this classic philosopher. Listen, on the Sports Motivation Podcast

What are your goals? Do you set goals based on the likelihood of reaching it? Do you question a goal based on the possibility of failure? If you do, you're doing the equivalent of someone refusing to add more weight to the bar because they are afraid they can't lift it. This cannot be you. You must be more aggressive than that..but how to Check out the 5th installment in the life mastery series on the sports motivation podcast, or by going to imnotyou.com/lifemastery to watch the video.

Do you wake up in the morning with a plan already laid out? Or do you try to plan in the morning? If you go to sleep without a well crafted plan for the next day, no wonder you're getting weak results. Check out the solution on the Sports Motivation Podcast or go to imnotyou.com/lifemastery for the video.

This is a simple habit that my wife taught me that has literally altered my work habits and made me WAY more productive. Check out today's episode to see if if this would help your workflow too.

Legendary Coach K breaks down his philosophy on Leadership. Tune in to today's episode and check out the book "Leading with the Heart: Coach K's Successful Strategies for Basketball, Business, and Life".

We all know how much of a grind life can be...especially when you're reaching for big things. You know what most do when that happens? They tap out, get burned out, and lose focus. This is because they lack perspective. This cannot be us. Listen to the solution on the Sports Motivation Podcast, or go to imnotyou.com/lifemastery to watch the video.

Are you the person who estimates how much you work, how much money you make, or how many times you worked out this week? If you are, then you are probably overestimating. And it's leading you to be delusional and unaware. You cannot be this person. In this episode, I break down the solution, and how to evaluate yourself clearly and honestly, and most importantly... accurately.

You don't have to be an interior designer or @mrssobomehin to take on this simple habit...It's something I learned from my wife, that has altered my work habits and lead to increased feelings of calm, poise and confidence in my work environments. Take a listen.

I read this book at the perfect time, and was inspired to read it by watching Ramit Sethi's interview with the author, Olivia Fox Cabane. In this episode, I break down some of the Cabane's simple strategies for getting rid of negative beliefs and showing up more confident and dealing better with pressure.

This mistake is common amongst the athletes who have repetitive tasks and workouts, and get burnt out, or bored. It's because you're not focusing on GOALS/END RESULTS/OUTCOMES. Check out the first episode on the podcast, or by going to imnotyou.com/lifemastery

Everyone says they want to accomplish big things and be "great". But most don't even put a dent in their goals. Why? Because they don't focus on MASTERY. Their lives are sloppy, and they think they can be great in one area, and sloppy in another. You must now be a student of greatness, and those who dominate are well balanced and methodical in their approach. Our focus is now on mastering LIFE, not just being awesome on the court, or selling a lot of products. In this series I am going to be breaking down the fatal mistakes that prevent life mastery, and lead to frustration and overwhelm. There are a total of 13 episodes, so enjoy and stay tuned.

I watch this Steve Jobs clip in the morning, and it always wakes me up and reignites my sense of purpose.

This is a classic wealth book, with timeless wealth principles that must be taken seriously. Listen up, as I break down an important lesson in this episode.

If you're interested in being a part of the Young Ambitious Athlete test group, and you're an athlete within the age range of 13-19, apply at imnotyou.com/yaa

A few years ago, I quit my job to go into business for myself, FULL TIME. I had about 12k in savings (that I took from my firefighter 401k), an inconsistent 5-8k per month coming in from my business, and no team. But I did have a vision, a burning desire to make it happen, and the support from my wife. Since then, revenue has increased by 5x, my team has expanded, and we are now serving clients literally all around the world. I consider my leap one of the best decisions I have ever made. Maybe you or someone you know is considering going into business full time, instead of screwing around trying to create a side-business. It is not easy. You'd be wise to have a plan. In this episode I read you the letter I wrote to my family once I decided to quit, and I will show you how you can have the confidence and certainty you need to enter the jungle and create a business that helps to change the world. Time Stamps: (1:22) What to expect in our upcoming Wealth and Impact course (4:38) As I retired my career as a firefighter, I sent my family a personal email. (7:00) My retirement email — narrated by me. (14:35) Look back at your decisions and be proud (16:09) Are you one of the 10? Imnotyou.com/WealthandImpact

I just had to put you up on this new album I stumbled across. He's J. Cole's new artist, and his sound is unique, crispy and intelligent. Listen up, shout out to Bas (@Bas) for an incredible album. #MilkyWay

Your past is likely holding you back, and it's all in your head. You've got to wage war. This clip from Robert Greene's classic book "Mastery" illustrates the reason why.

Here's an episode dedicated to one of the most frequently asked questions. It's important to set your goals big, while staying in touch with reality… or else you'll be the "dreamer who always dreamt"… but never achieved. Time Stamps: (1:22) Dealing with your life's realities (3:35) How do we focus on feeling "fulfilled" (4:25) Know your end-game. (5:08) Create and set QUARTERLY goals. (6:34) Create and set WEEKLY goals. (7:48) Create and set DAILY goals. (8:00) Now… it's time to focus on reality. (9:07) As you set your quarterly and yearly goals - anticipate the potential realities. (9:37) Evaluate DAILY. (10:30) Learn from mistakes quickly; do not wait. (10:56) Motivate and re-energize yourself. (11:42) Monitor the relationship you have with your goals. (13:28) Steering clear of the endless "dream-state" (15:12) Pain is all part of the process. Imnotyou.com/Coaching

This is the last episode in the business strategy series, and I felt the need to give you the keys on how to make the jump. You know...quitting your job. Putting in more hours, building a team, really making a living doing what you love. Most want to do it, but they just don't know how. And their fear paralyzes them, or their ignorance has them run into the jungle, only to run back to the zoo as soon as they get bit by a mosquito. If you are at the stage of wanting to go all in, visit imnotyou.com/wealthandimpact to apply for my new coaching program where I walk 10 entrepreneurs through a 5 month process designed to set you up for business success. Time Stamps: (1:22) Making the jump (4:13) Do you have a side hustle? (6:03) A brief review of episodes 1-4 (8:04) Before the jump: Set-up your financial infrastructure (11:48) Before the jump: Strengthen and "systemize" your relationships (13:09) Before the jump: Develop a foundation for self-mastery (16:47) Before the jump: Master the art/science of decision-making (17:31) Before the jump: Have strategies in effect to attract customers asap (19:00) Before the jump: Have a balanced attack to establish yourself as a leader in your industry (21:29) Before the jump: Have methods to build your team (23:13) Before the jump: Build your company based on your end game. (24:50) You can do it too. (28:33) Are you willing to go ALL IN? (31:18) "Wealth and Impact" (32:16) What to expect from the program. (36:18) If you're interested: imnotyou.com/wealthandimpact

Bad breath, yellow teeth and cavities have no place in the life of the high performer. Check out what I think is the absolute best toothbrush you could get. If you're still using manual toothbrushes, step ya game up.

One of my favorite rappers Young M.A goes in, and I had to break it down. Big ups to @sightho for putting me up on game!

You can have the best product or service in the world, but if you can't sell it, you're still broke and unseen. So what are the keys to getting people to throw money at you for your products, instead of hearing crickets when you launch? In this episode, I break down my keys, based on my experience, mentors, mistakes and successes. Time Stamps: (1:22) Money = resources (2:49) A brief recap of parts 1-3 (3:54) "Sales" (7:39) Selling, pt. 1: "Positioning" (13:10) Selling, pt. 2: Perfecting your solution (15:09) Selling, pt. 3: Create world-class content (15:27) Selling, pt. 4: Call to action (17:28) Selling, pt. 5: Showing your clients "pain" (19:18) Selling, pt. 6: Set your prices based on your results (22:32) Selling, pt. 7: Keep human psychology in mind, as you sell (24:46) Selling, pt. 8: Your product doesn't have to be perfect. Launch. Improve. (26:08) On the next episode… (27:06) You can do it too. IMNOTYOU.COM/COACHING

In this day and age, you must create content to be relevant. You've got to create consistent value for your customers at a fast pace. But how do you do it? Do you launch a podcast, create a youtube channel, or start a blog? I break down the keys in today's episode, along with my own secrets to how we have produced nearly 1,000 episodes. Time Stamps: (1:22) Building a business designed for your freedom (3:23) Today's episode will help you become a content creating machine (5:26) How/why I've been able to put out consistent content every week (7:10) Becoming a content machine, pt. 1: Who are you serving? (8:05) Becoming a content machine, pt. 2: What are their problems/goals? (9:14) Becoming a content machine, pt. 3: Brainstorm different ways to offer solutions to your audience's problems. (10:26) "How to___", "Methods for ___", etc… (11:33) Becoming a content machine, pt. 4: Trusting your intuition (14:38) Becoming a content machine, pt. 5: "Batch-recording" with ZERO distractions (16:44) Becoming a content machine, pt. 6: Expect resistance | BOOK: "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield (18:15) Becoming a content machine, pt. 7: Study revolutionary content creators (19:52) Becoming a content machine, pt. 8: Start where you're at! (21:27) What will you apply from this episode? IMNOTYOU.COM/COACHING

This secret ingredient has changed the game for me, and I need you guys to know what this is. You're welcome, I just put you up on game.

J. Cole is at the absolute top of his game, and this freestyle shows why. Listen as I break down the wisdom behind these bars.

In part 2 of the business strategy series, I break down some essential questions that you've got to be able to answer before you start your business. If you've already started, this episode is even MORE important for you. Time Stamps: (1:22) Leave an impact with your business (3:40) Well-established companies still lack answers to some of the most important questions (5:08) Question #1: What is your financial end-game? (6:19) PEN + PAD: What's your ultimate lifestyle cost per month? (8:49) PEN + PAD: How much $ does your business have to pay you, for you to live this lifestyle, pay your taxes, and fund your investment strategy? (14:05) Question #2: What does perfection look like to you? (15:00) Question #3: When do you plan on making this financial goal happen? (Benchmarks) (15:38) Question #4: What is the purpose of your brand? (17:40) Question #5: What is YOUR story? (18:47) Question #6: What is the brand identity of the people that you serve? ALL MARKETERS ARE LIARS by SETH GODIN (20:00) Question #7: What is your vision for the people that you are serving? (22:05) This is just the beginning of your business plan (22:56) Coming this Friday: How to become a content creation machine! IMNOTYOU.COM/BIZSTRATEGY IMNOTYOU.COM/COACHING

I am going to spend the next few episodes breaking down some practical business strategies...things I've learned from going from nothing, to a multiple 6 figures business in just 2 years. Today is about the mistakes "entrepreneurs" make that keep them broke and irrelevant. Time Stamps: (1:22) Introduction to the Business Strategy Series (6:47) Today's agenda (7:30) The value of being an entrepreneur in 2018 (10:12) Deadly Mistake #1: Over-idolizing (12:52) Deadly Mistake #2: Not having a clear vision/goals (15:04) Deadly Mistake #3: Moving too slow (18:16) Deadly Mistake #4: Randomness (20:48) Deadly Mistake #5: Being impatient and unrealistic (23:27) Deadly Mistake #6: Stupid-thinking (35:04) Deadly Mistake #7: Lack of a "big-picture strategy" (36:17) Are you suffering from any of these mistakes? (37:02) A preview of the rest of the series (39:55) What you love/desire out of life, is yours for the taking. Imnotyou.com/coaching

If you've already got an Apple TV, you may want to get two. I've began the habit of taking my Apple TV while I travel and it's changed the game for me. Take a listen, and make sure you put others on game as well.

I've noticed a trend with extremely rich and "successful" people. They think big; meaning they have incredible vision. But they match this "dreaming" quality with extreme and cutting practicality...an ability to see what's true that is superior to the average person. Most people ignore what's true, because what is true causes pain and confusion. In John Rockefeller's book, he explains why it's so crucial that you always pay attention and see things as they are. http://imnotyou.com/bookclub