Sports Motivation Podcast

This is a throwback of an episode released almost 2 years ago, after realizing how soft most men are. I recorded it as a wake up call for myself, my peers and anyone who claims they want to lead. If you've heard it before, listen again. If this is your first time, remember that pain is a prerequisite for growth.

To get you prepared for our next "Film Room" series, here's a throwback to one of our episodes on Floyd Mayweather's mindset. Enjoy!

You can tell a lot about a person based on what they spend their money on. In this episode I challenge you to double up on knowledge and give it away.

Here's what the FBI said about Malcolm X that needs to inspire us to be better....listen up.

So many people claim to want to be a professional athlete, an entertainer or just rich in general...so here's the test. Listen to this episode and see if you're committed, or just being lazy. Time Stamps: (1:22) Do you want to go pro, or become a "millionaire"? (2:58) Deion Sanders (3:41) #1: Decide that you want that goal. (3:52) #2: Define the end game in vivid detail. (4:33) #3: Write down all the things you do, that do not relate to your end goal. CROSS them out. (5:00) #4: Write down what is necessary to do for you to reach the goal. (5:23) #5: Print out a template for an empty week. (5:39) #6: Create an average week schedule. (6:33) #7: Look. Breathe. ASK. (10:34) You reap what you sow. (13:48) Am I talking to you, or are you eavesdropping? (15:47) OFF-mode. (18:57) In order to be strong, you have to be weak. (21:41) Stop being lazy. (23:55) Don't forget to Get Ya Mind Right. (24:52) Have you left me a review yet?

This is an episode I recorded and never released…I get very personal, and struggled over whether to be this honest with those that follow and listen to me. I'm a firm believer in honesty and regular doses of reality, so I decided to bless you all with this rare episode. Listen as I share my frustrations, insights and jewels. Time Stamps (1:22) Let me get down to earth with you real quick… (5:40) Money is the motive (7:01) As you grow, you become more sensitive to your environment (9:02) Example: What shoes you got on? (12:29) The purpose of a High School Diploma. (13:26) Be careful who subconsciously influences you. (17:27) Are you tuned into your environment? Who does your kid hang around? (20:20) Time to cut some people out of your life… (21:23) Stay away from people who… are AFRAID TO TELL YOU THE TRUTH (23:00) Stay away from people who… are CLOSED-MINDED (24:46) Stay away from people who… MAKE A CASE FOR AVERAGENESS (27:23) Stay away from people who… are AGAINST GROWTH (28:26) Stay away from people who… VIOLATE YOUR CORE VALUES (30:21) Stay away from people who… IMMEDIATELY GIVE YOU A FUNNY FEELING (31:05) Stay away from people who… are VICTIMS (31:34) Do you hang around any of these people? (33:17) Reality Check for your current situation (35:47) What's your game-plan? (37:05) You deserve to have a healthy, growing environment (40:00) Avoid the "bums" (42:00) Do you read your goals off of piece of paper? (43:57) If you listen and you apply, THIS IS FOR YOU. (45:27) "[Forget] You" (48:23) I told myself I wanted to be a lawyer, in college… (51:23) Establish your own methods for success. BE A LEADER. (52:16) Separate yourself for a bit. Get in alignment. (56:37) A message from me to you. Imnotyou.com/mindset

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.

In this episode I break down a crazy verse from Fabolous on the new Dave East Album...Take a listen.

Kenyatta Griggs took his skill and hustle of cutting hair from a side business, to owning one of the most successful salons on Crenshaw Blvd, to starting the Hip Hop Motivation Corporation, writing books with moguls like Dame Dash, creating movies and sharing the timeless laws and codes of success with millions of people around the world. When I came across Kenyatta's work, I knew we would vibe...I had to interview this dude. And the interview went even better than I imagined...He dropped 90 minutes worth of jewels, and certainly left room for a part 2. enjoy this interview, you'll be rewinding and replaying, I promise. Time Stamps: (1:22) Kenyatta's story (3:40) A lesson from getting shot 6 times (4:53) Don't wait for something tragic to happen, to make your move. (6:20) Forget the outside opinions, keep your hustle going. (7:10) Moving out of your comfort zone! (10:20) Embracing conflict in Kenyatta's environment. (12:45) The Hip Hop Motivation Corporation (15:02) "It's everything I be and everything I see." Kenyatta on God and religion (16:50) Natural Law of Polarity: "All truths are but half-truths." (19:32) Self-ish, self-less, positives, and negatives. (23:49) Add value to self, before adding value to others (example: Mother's relationship to their child) (27:00) Understanding transgressions, knowledge of self. (31:48) The Seven Hermetic Laws | BOOKS: "Ancient Future" by Wayne Chandler, and "The Kybalion" by the Three Initiates (41:35) It's how you think, first… but it's MORE than that. | Masculine vs. Feminine (52:38) Breaking/ignoring natural law (example: McDonald's advertising) (59:04) Advice for a talented craftsman, leaving their craft behind for a secure job. (1:03:38) Kenyatta's relationship with Dame Dash, Rocafella, "Culture Vultures", "Think & Ballout", and his relationship with Redman (1:12:48) NOTABLE BOOKS: "Faith is Your Fortune" and "Resurrection" by Neville Goddard | "Ancient Future" by Wayne Chandler | "The Kybalion" by the Three Initiates | "The Secret Teachings of All Ages" by Manly Hall | "Modern Sex Magick" by Donald Michael Kraig | "The Power of Your Subconscious Mind" by Joseph Murphy | "Think & Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill (1:17:42) The Secret to Ballin: Journey at www.hiphopmotivation.bigcartel.com | Instagram @hip_hop_motivator | "Culture Vultures" on Amazon | "Think & Ballout" on iTunes/Amazon Is the Dominant Mindset Course for you? imnotyou.com/mindset

This is the mindset I see the most in my clients, followers and friends....it's dangerous. Listen to the last part of the weak mindset series, and check out the solution on how to overcome these weaknesses and take on the mindset of the most dominant athletes and high performers in the world. Time Stamps: (1:22) Change (4:20) The motivation behind this series (6:26) A brief review of the previous 3 episodes (10:05) Shoutout to author Neville Goddard (12:00) Introduction to mindset #4 (12:50) Netflix's, "The Hunt" vs. REALITY (20:30) The "trophy" mindset (24:45) Relatable mindset? (29:32) IG ROAST 🔥 (31:08) What the winners do. (32:45) Kobe's rookie mindset (35:57) You must develop a mindset like the greats do. (37:17) 11 ways of thinking that will make you dominant… (39:19) Invest in yourself. imnotyou.com/mindset

If you're anything like me, you've noticed that travel can sometimes overwhelm you and lead to poor decision making (that cinnabon at the airport, extra bags of peanuts on the airplane, snooze button at the hotel). I figured out why, and I created a system for how to reduce this. Check it out in todays "Up On Game" episode.

Henry Ford wrote a book about his friendship with Thomas Edison....Yup, a no brainer. Listen to what made Thomas Edison such an innovator, and what you and I can take from this lesson.

One of my favorite quotes from Robert Greene says this..."When you're humble, you reap the wages of humility". Religion, sports and our parents give us a lot of mixed messages growing up, and the whole idea of being "humble" is certainly one of them. This mindset has shackled up many dreams and goals....Is this you? 🤔. In this episode, I break down the evidence of this mindset and what to do if you have it. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:22) What's holding you back? (2:57) A review of the first two mindsets (5:07) The "humble" mindset (6:25) This starts at a young age for all of us. (9:06) How this "humble" mindset affects us today. (10:31) Fortune favors the bold. (11:50) Dealing with humility. (14:20) The more value, the more money.

This mindset is very prevalent amongst the "entrepreneurs" of the world, especially the ones with very little results. Hope this isn't you...but if it is, I show you how to shift this mindset. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:22) What mindsets are making you average? (4:48) The story behind this mindset (10:45) The "stingy" mindset (17:23) Have you been in this zone before? (18:08) "Overtraining" (20:36) Push yourself! (23:48) Reflect upon yourself. imnotyou.com/coaching

This piece of equipment is one of my most prized possessions, and is a tool to help me speed up my learning and stay mentally sharp. It is MUST buy.

Nipsey is easily one of the most inspiring and motivating artists in the game...Listen as Nip breaks down what he requires from his team.

If you want to make progress and create success, sometimes it's smartest to study what NOT to do, so you can be aware of what's been causing you your frustrations. In this series, I am going to be walking you through the mindset of the weak and the average, and what keeps them there. If you hope to separate yourself from the masses, you have to think different. So the challenge for you is this: do you have the courage to find out what these mindsets and attitudes are, and then have the courage to admit you have been weak and need to change? Check out episode 1, where I break down the first deadly mindset....the "goal setting" mindset. There's a lot of these types running around Instagram. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:22) My method of recording (5:00) Honesty. (6:22) Fight the "gorilla" (8:56) What are the mindsets that are keeping you average, inconsistent, anxious, worried, etc. (11:00) "The goal setting mindset" (13:58) Don't set goals without purpose. (17:00) Can you relate to this mindset? Imnotyou.com/Coaching

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.

Have you ever had an idea and "lost it"? In this episode I share the exact system I use to make sure I never lose, and always remember, the best ideas I've had.

Deepak Chopra breaks down how to break habits, take a listen.

Have you ever heard someone say "I just want to be happy"? Or maybe you have told yourself that you don't want something, because that is not going to make you "happy"? The word itself is very misunderstood, and I think I know why. Listen to this conversation I had with a coaching group, explaining what my philosophy on happiness is. Time Stamps (1:22) "What is your take on happiness?" Shoutout to Mark from KIV. (2:17) An inside look into one of my Killer Instinct groups. imnotyou.com/KI

There are a lot of softies out there..... people afraid to go after a goal, preoccupied with the opinions of others, and too worried about how they appear to take a stand, and be a leader. For some of them there is no hope... but for a lot of them, they need a formula for how to transform themselves into a real killa... and by that I mean someone who knows how to be themselves, establish goals and turn them into reality, and repeat. The world needs more of these. Take a listen to hear my take. Time Stamps: (1:22) My brothers and I get into some heated debates… (3:52) The definition of a "KILLA" (5:50) We gotta be leaders. (6:13) "Jungle rules" (8:36) Rule #1: Set aggressive outcomes without limits. (9:37) Rule #2: Boldly face reality, consistently. (10:50) Rule #3: Go through the fire. (11:51) Rule #4: Ruthlessly self-evaluate. (13:06) Rule #5: Re-up. imnotyou.com/junglerules

Having low energy and a lack of motivation towards your goals is not a good sign, and is certainly not a standard for high performers….So we must find a way to keep and maintain a solid and persistent feeling of motivation and excitement towards what we want. In this episode, I show you how I do that, and it's super simple.

I went crazy when I heard this track for the first time, because of how explicitly Jay-Z and Beyonce describe what a true BOSS is. Check it out.

We are told to dream big and ignore limitations, but at the same time we are told to stay connected to reality and know what's true. How do you do both at the same time? What does this look like practically? (1:22) "Dream big" (3:02) Shoutout to Brad from Canada, for the birth of this episode. (5:20) An inside look into one of my Killer Instinct group sessions. imnotyou.com/KI

2 years ago, I quit my stable job to enter the jungle and go after this entrepreneurial hustle... best decision I've ever made. In this episode I share with you the conversation that literally FORCED me to make the decision, and why it's powerful. (disclaimer: I am NOT telling you to quit your job.) Time Stamps: (1:22) Control. (3:53) I set a specific date for myself to quit my job, to go all in on my business. (4:30) An interview that was the game-changer for all of this… (6:55) A throwback to Episode #48 with Thomas Tadlock

This is a leader that most history books don't mention, but he was an original Lion in the Jungle, and you'll see why in this powerful speech I share with you.

This book is by PT Barnum, and it was written about as practically and straight to the point as you can get. I love it, and you'll love what he says about the importance of being "systematic" in all you do.

I want to announce an entirely new episode on the Sports Motivation Podcast, and it's going to feature YOU! Listen to todays episode to find out how you can have an episode where you are dropping the knowledge on the SMP audience! (0:00) Announcement (0:40) Inspiration behind our new Sunday episodes (3:38) J-E-W-E-L-S (4:55) Drop some jewels for SMP! Instructions: State your name! Where are you from? Why are you a lion in the jungle? You MUST say JEWELS correctly! "JUU-ELZ" or you will not be featured Title your email: Jewels from the Jungle Duration: Anywhere from 0-5 minutes Send your message to my email: [email protected]

How do you get a loved one, friend or teammate to really buy into your vision and believe in you? In my experience, there are things that really don't work, and some things that build trust like no other. In this episode, I break down how I've been able to gain the trust of my wife (for now at least lol) Time Stamps: (1:22) What we say is "best", right? (2:23) The trust factor in my relationship with my wife (5:21) An analogy: Football 2-a-days TRUST IS A MUSCLE (8:25) Tip #1: Know your goals and your dreams. (8:48) Tip #2: Work from a PLAN. (9:38) Tip #3: Don't sweat mistakes! (10:51) Tip #4: Doubt is a good thing. (11:43) Tip #5: Share your wins and losses with your significant other. (12:21) Tip #6: Act like you've won before.. (don't sweat them either) (13:01) POEM: "If" by Rudyard Kipling (13:40) Tip #7: Think about those that you are serving; do for them, what is BEST for them! (14:49) Tip #8: Don't lie. (15:33) Focus on yourself. Think about others. Be truthful. Be honest.

This new habit has absolutely changed my mornings, and I want to show you exactly what I started doing that has led to me being more alert, positive and motivated right when I wake up.

This is a book from the stoic philosopher Epictetus, my personal favorite. Straight BARS. Check it out.

In this episode, I share with you 3 books that I have several copies of and take with me on every trip and keep by my bedside. When you hear their power, you'll understand why. Time Stamps: (1:22) Reggie Bush was always dedicated to squats parallels the importance of reading (3:15) Practical, motivation, inspiring, and courageous books (4:42) Book 1: Sun Tzu's, "The Art of War" (5:03) Why reading war-strategy based books can be beneficial for your life (6:00) Snippets from "The Art of War" (7:25) Book 2: Wallace D Wattles', "The Science of Getting Rich" (8:05) Snippets from "The Science of Getting Rich" (10:10) Book 3: Yamamoto Tsunetomo's, "Hagakure: The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai" (10:47) Snippets from "Hagakure: The Secret Wisdom of the Samurai" (13:20) What books do YOU bring with you? Do you bring books? Or just electronics… Imnotyou.com/KI

In this episode, I share with you a clip from a 1 on 1 call I had with a client and I am coaching them through how to eliminate triggers and master their emotions. Check it out.

This guy's youtube channel has literally changed my life and has been a crucial piece in Fearless Academy, the school my wife and I started for our 5 children. You gotta check this out. This clip is of Tom Bilyeu's Top 10, past guest on the show (Episode 186 check it out if you haven't listened to it). Yup, I just put you up on game (twice).

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

There is a lot of you that have ideas, businesses, and movements you want to start but you're tossing your time away and putting things off. I know why, and in this episode I may slap you in the face a bit, but proceed to give you some practical advice on how to break through... Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:40) Fear and Procrastination (3:40) Reality (9:15) You gotta move! (11:41) #1: Decide on your plan (13:08) #2: Take daily action (14:05) #3: Get a mentor (14:43) #4: Take inventory of your life nightly (16:14) Your current reality isn't good but you've settled (17:10) A reality of my fear (19:32) www.imnotyou.com/ki (20:27) www.imnotyou.com/request and [email protected]

How many times have you had an instinct to try or do something and you didn't out of fear of what someone would think or say or do to you? This is natural but this does not mean we must indulge in the fear. In this episode, I take you through a powerful exercise in how to unleash yourself from this fear and begin to take the action you need to. Check it out, it's very powerful! Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:07) Fear of other's opinions (2:47) A high school story (6:27) Evolutionary Psychology Books (9:46) A quote from "Hagakure" (13:42) Death exercise (24:43) www.imnotyou.com/ki

There are a lot of "celebrities" online, and a lot of them are talking a bunch of nonsense. Not Will Smith. If you haven't already, he is a must follow on IG and Youtube. Listen to this episode so I can tell you why.

This is a slept on classic that I have read 3 times over already in the last 3 months. It's written by an Ancient Samurai Warrior and in this b+b episode, I break down a powerful excerpt that speaks to me on many levels.

I decided to give all the graduates a special INY graduation speech. It's definitely not the typical speech you'd hear and if I did this live I am sure there would be some parents and teachers mad at me. But what else would you expect? Check it out and forward it to all the graduates out there who are about to enter the real world. You're welcome.

In this episode, I break down a powerful mental conditioning exercise that I use often that helps me build crazy amounts of confidence and clarity, and gets rid of older negative beliefs that have held me back. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:30) Mental Conditioning (4:12) A powerful exercise for you (4:38) Sit down with a piece of paper/journal (5:58) Beliefs (7:20) Where did we form our beliefs? (9:22) Discredit the belief (10:56) Identify new beliefs (13:17) Strengthen the new beliefs (14:28) Prove or evidence of a belief (17:07) www.imnotyou.com/ki (18:18) [email protected]

I want to put you up on game. Meet Mike Rashid and listen as I share the impact that his "Mental Jewels" had on me at a crucial part in my life.

This book changed the way I view money and is a MUST read for those who want to be financially free.

I see a lot of people who want to make money online and influence people or "motivate" them. For these people, I have some harsh, yet valuable words. You need a reality check, especially if you're struggling to get customers, listeners, or results. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:30) How cool is this? Technology (4:30) What I do (5:19) Rocky (6:41) I don't care about being famous (7:28) I am on my way to becoming very wealthy (8:00) Money is value (9:12) Wallace D Wattles, "Science of Getting Rich" (10:06) I study and perfect my craft daily (12:56) Killer Instinct Program (14:10) Money Playbook- Coming Soon! (15:56) Your Reality (16:30) You slave away at a job (19:03) Email me at [email protected] if you can help me grow my IG following. P.S. Follow me on IG @niyisobo (20:25) Step your value game up! (22:16) Get your money right! (23:55) My philosophy (25:53) What have your goals been? (30:00) www.imnotyou.com/ki = not for the lazy.

Habits CAN be hard to create. But all of the impractical, vague advice we get about habits is usually to blame for that. So how do you actually create habits that stick and that last in any environment? Let me share my experience and advice. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (3:30) Habits (5:59) The 10,000 hour rule (8:15) Decide you really need to do this habit/get sold (9:56) Examine your current reality (11:34) Diagnose the cause of the bad habit (12:45) Create a plan to replace a habit (15:01) Visualize your habit going perfectly (16:50) Craft with someone who's practical (18:29) Review the results (20:26) Acknowledge wins (22:53) Focus more on building the new habit (24:24) The "p" habit (27:26) OREOS (28:27) An excerpt from "The Way of the Superior Man" (31:31) www.imnotyou.com/ki

I've listened to this rant probably 20 times and when you listen you'll know why. And now I can say I put you up on game.

Finally, a book from one of the most influential, successful and revolutionary moguls in Hip Hop History. Filled with practical gems and one that every entrepreneur must read. I break down 2 excerpts from this book and explain the power behind them.

It's tough to make your dreams a reality while you work a" 9-5" whether your dream is to create a business or make it as a pro. I've been able to make both transitions and I want to share my experience and some words of advice if you want to make your dreams happen. Time Stamps: (1:40) Shoutout to Dusty! (1:50) Today's episode topic (4:18) Approach your craft or sport like a professional (7:18) Protect your energy (8:55) Protect your time (10:03) Raise your standard (11:13) Beliefs (16:30) My mindset (24:58) Begin to plot your escape (26:36) No Days Off (27:02) Wake up early (27:57) Learn how to market yourself (28:00) Top marketing books (28:58) Learn to increase your value (30:20) You don't have a lot of time (34:22) For the ladies (36:56) www.imnotyou.com/ki (38:01) www.imnotyou.com/request

You ever talk to someone you know one day and they are struggling with a problem... Then you see them a few weeks, months, even years later and they have the SAME problem? And same complaints? Don't let that be you. You need a formula for solving problems, and you need to know what unlocks your creativity and motivation to make progress. Check out today's episode. Time Stamps: (1:30) Solving Problems (3:09) Real Life Example (5:54) Formula to Solving Problems (6:19) Start with Desire (7:26) Need to Solve the Problem (9:08) Determination (10:46) What are problems in your life?