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How to Solve any Problem

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?

Jun 1, 201813 min

Books and Bars: My God (ft. Pusha T)

I break down a clip from a BEAST of a song that used to get me in killer mode when I was training for the NFL. Check it out.

May 30, 20186 min

How to Learn from Failure Part 1: My Story

I've made a ton of mistakes and even repeated the same costly mistakes. I'm sure we all have. But what separates the good from the great is how well they actually LEARN and profit from these mistakes and not just NOT repeat them....but use the lessons to make GAINS in other areas as well. In this episode, I take you up close and personal into my life and show you the almost fatal mistakes I made and how I've learned from them. I'm giving you KEYS....you don't have to make the mistake to learn from it. It's like going to a cookout...you can eat the BBQ without even cooking. (or paying lol) Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:57) Mistakes in my life (6:57) Ray Dalio, "Principles" (7:30) Failed Relationship and Poor Decisions (8:08) How I was raised and having kids (19:34) What I learned (24:16) Understand who has influence on you in your life (26:48) My decisions based on your own principles despite the pain (27:42) Don't make decisions based on fear or desperation (28:28) Make decisions with long term in mind (28:50) Actions mean more than words (30:11) Train yourself to be afraid of less (33:34) What a failure you've had? [email protected]

May 29, 201836 min

How to Get a PhD in Peak Performance

If you want to stand out and achieve at a high level, you have to be a PROFESSIONAL. That means working harder, being more skilled, and having a higher degree of awareness. But how do you do that and what other elements must be mastered to be ELITE? In this episode, I break it down. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:45) www.imnotyou.com/request (2:21) PhD in Peak Performance (4:30) 7 elements of Peak Performance (4:55) Create crystal clear vision (5:37) Know who you are (6:19) Master the art of setting goals (6:53) Systems for managing your time and day (7:41) Gametime Confidence (9:00) Build Daily Confidence (11:30) Killer Instinct System (11:52) www.imnotyou.com/ki

May 25, 201835 min

Up on Game: Motivation Via People

This is the very first episode of a new series we are doing on the Sports Motivation Podcast. the concept is simple: I want to put you up on game about as many websites, podcasts, courses, songs, and other resources that I use or have used that have changed the game for me. Listen to today's to find out about a website that is turning into the headquarters for high performers who want their daily dose of motivation.

May 24, 20186 min

Books and Bars: The Perfect Day Formula (ft. Craig Ballantyne)

Check out this powerful excerpt from a book that changed how I design my day.

May 23, 20185 min

How to Deal with Reality Better

A good way to know how soft and mentally weak someone is.....just watch how they deal with the truth. If you want to be elite and consistently dominate them, you must get comfortable with reality and learn to use it and profit from it instead of run from it and defend yourself from it. I break it down tactically in this episode. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:18) Reality (3:03) Robert Greene, "50th Law" (4:13) Dealing with reality better (8:06) #1: Go towards the truth before other people do (12:40) Deep diaphragmic breathing (14:08) #2: Train yourself to deal with reality (15:52) Karen Pryor, "Don't Shoot the Dog" (17:29) How to reward yourself after reinforcing yourself (18:36) Carol Dweck, "Mindset" (19:36) #3: Always define clear calls to action (21:19) #4: Find the lesson in the truth fast (23:00) #5: Have your failures embedded in your nervous system (25:10) #6: Spent time studying other successful people's reality (28:00) Felix Dennis, "How to Get Rich" (31:03) What are the realities that you are running from? (33:43) www.imnotyou.com/request (34:25) www.imnotyou.com/ki

May 22, 201836 min

3 Habits to Increase Your Confidence

Anyone who's ever struggled with confidence knows how detrimental it is. I have 3 tactical ways I increase my confidence on a daily basis. Listen in and find out what I use and how you can use these tactics in your life to keep killing it. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:40) Confidence (3:31) Hill Sprints (4:26) #1: And-1 Mentality (9:04) #2: Affirmations (11:05) #3: Watch those who have the goals you want (13:43) Killer Instinct System- www.imnotyou.com/ki (14:43) www.imnotyou.com/request

May 18, 201816 min

Books and Bars: 50th Law by Robert Greene

If you have listened to practically any episode of the Sports Motivation Podcast, there's a good chance I mention this book. It is that powerful and impactful in my life. I want to share an excerpt for you and give you my take.

May 16, 20188 min

How to move before you are ready

We all want to accomplish our ultimate goals. Action is a prerequisite. However, some of you are too afraid to move before you feel you are ready. This can't be you. You gotta move despite the fear. Listen as I explain practically how to make moves before you are ready and I explain Killer Instinct V to those who want to take their game and life to the next level. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:53) Chris's Question (2:42) Robert Greene, "50th Law" (5:31) Set aggressive goals and timelines (6:48) Evidence Procedure (9:13) Put yourself on Death Ground (10:27) Environment (11:18) Accountability (11:27) @niyisobo on IG (12:40) Power moves (12:59) Exaggerate pain (14:52) Move fast (17:58) What are you putting off? Again, Killer Instinct V.

May 15, 201820 min

5 mistakes I made last month

Have you ever made a mistake and kept repeating it? The signs were there but it wasn't until you really sat down and thought about them that you really recognized them? I want to share with you 5 mistakes I've made over the past month and longer so that you might do the same and take inventory of your thoughts and actions. If you have a hard time seeing the patterns in yourself, I also explain why Killer Instinct would be a great benefit to you. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:25) Aggressively learn (2:22) Learning from mistakes (3:02) 5 mistakes I've made the past month (4:07) Wondering if I communicating the right way (6:02) Thinking I am going too hard on people (9:34) Not getting enough sleep (12:46) Not talking about my issues and problems more proactively (15:14) Not doing what I felt I needed to do versus what was rational Again, www.imnotyou.com/ki to apply for Killer Instinct 5.

May 11, 201821 min

Books and Bars Classics: Building IBM and Building I'm Not You

Do you constantly develop yourself or do you just work with the same standard? Listen in on a meeting with my team as I read an excerpt from Building IBM by Emerson Pugh and make the connection between its principles and my own business.

May 9, 20183 min

How to deal with the pressure you put on yourself

So you have set a high standard for yourself, and all that pressure is making you crumble... Do you lower your standard? Set new goals? Have a meltdown? In this episode, I address a question from a listener and address the real problem behind the "pressure" and what to do about it. Time Stamps (1:30) www.imnotyou.com/request (2:02) Shoutout to Audrey! (2:15) How do you deal with the pressure you put on yourself? (4:18) Emotions (6:41) Pressure and frustration (10:03) Failure (12:06) You're too hard on yourself (14:31) What you learn from "failure" (15:28) Pay attention to the pain (16:58) AN ANNOUNCEMENT! Killer Instinct V (18:26) www.imnotyou.com/ki

May 8, 201835 min

The I'm Not You Mindset

Whether you are an avid listener or a first timer, I'm Not You is not just my company. It's an idea. A philosophy. I do not want to be like anyone else. Understand that and listen as I explain what the I'm Not You Mindset is and what it will take to adopt this mentality. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:03) I hope you are awake (3:24) What is the I'm Not You Mindset? (4:47) A reality check (8:39) We are heavily influenced by our environment (17:00) The education system (21:50) Church (27:00) Fearless Academy (29:13) The I'm Not You Mindset (32:13) #1: Throwing up the middle finger to the establishment (35:08) #2: Set Big Goals (43:03) #3: Don't be afraid of money (48:38) J. Paul Getty (49:32) #4: Chip on your shoulder (59:22) Killer Instinct 5 (1:00:21) www.imnotyou.com/ki (1:01:42) www.imnotyou.com/request

May 4, 20181h 3m

Books and Bars Classics: Seneca "Shortness of Life"

This is a must listen! In Volume 5 of Books and Bars, we dig into an ancient book by Stoic philosopher, Seneca, "The Shortness of Life". Are you stingy or frugal with your time? People that say they don't have time to do important things are just lying to themselves. Let's act TODAY, and be fearless with what needs to be done.

May 2, 20187 min

SMP Classics: How to get that Killer Instinct

If you are on my email list, you saw my BIG announcement. Killer Instinct V. 18 week process. Intense, difficult work. But it's seen MASSIVE results. After Killer Instinct, you can expect to have laser-like clarity on your vision, strategically mapped out plans for your goals, a deep and thorough understanding of the fears that are holding you back, and a plan for how to be mentally unstoppable. What you'll learn in this classic episode: Knowing what prevents the instinct to become real Understanding the power of belief Preventing the weakness to outweigh your potential 15 tips to bring out the best version of you Why creating an alter-ego is the best move for you. Let's go! To apply to Killer Instinct V, click here. We'll set up a 1 hour strategy call with me to see if you are really ready.

May 1, 201843 min

SMP Classics: How to overcome being a perfectionist

What thoughts come to mind when you hear the word, "perfection"? It's a heavy word, and it carries expectations with it. Few benefits may come with being detail-oriented, but it's quite dangerous to consider yourself to be a "perfectionist". Tune in to this episode to find out why, and how you can overcome a lifestyle driven by this attitude. We're breaking it down to a science today, folks. Have a pen handy, and let's go! Time Stamps: (2:18) Special iTunes review shoutout to Dan Villarreal. I appreciate you and your support! (5:06) The portrayal of being a "perfectionist" (6:10) A personal, NFL story on the New Orleans Saints (9:00) Associating with pain or pleasure (15:36) Attacking the perfectionist attitude (15:53) 1: Understand the difference between high standards and perfectionism (16:36) 2: Create a new standard; a new philosophy around failure/success/challenges (18:18) 3: No longer associate yourself as a "perfectionist" (18:54) 4: WRITE down every mistake you've ever made (that you can remember) | associate pleasure with your mistakes! (23:41) 5: Praise yourself for your effort (28:16) 6: Have a face-face conversation with your parents (31:21) 7: Approach your goals/results as if you are a scientist | use the scientific method! (35:07) MAJOR beliefs that have helped me through the years...

Apr 27, 201844 min

Books and Bars Classics: James Allen, "As A Man Thinketh"

Throwing it back to the very first Books and Bars of the Sports Motivation Podcast! Enjoy!

Apr 25, 20188 min

SMP Classics: How to develop a "DGAF mentality"

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One of the most downloaded episodes of the Sports Motivation Podcast. For those who have joined the movement recently, this is for you. This is a next level mentality. Take notes and enjoy. Time Stamps: (1:20) Introduction: This episode is explicit (4:18) The "DGAF" mentality (5:18) I'm thankful for my childhood, and all the obstacles that stood in my way (6:20) Shoutout to Frederick Douglass (8:25) Shoutout to my POPS (10:53) Pt. 1: You have to find someone who doesn't give a [hoot] (14:02) Pt. 2: Confront your fears (15:53) Pt. 3: Take risks (18:57) Fortune favors the BOLD. (19:12) Pt. 4: Create a mindset that makes you immune to failure. (22:38) Habits never die, but they are replaceable. (25:13) Pt. 5: Move before you're ready. (27:30) Plato's "The Republic" (28:32) Pt. 6: Organize your life. (33:53) Pt. 7: Connect to [your] God each day. (36:20) The opposite of this mindset… (38:50) If this episode was offensive, don't say I didn't warn y'all! (40:23) If you believe me, go "DO IT!" *Shia LeBeouf voice*

Apr 24, 201842 min

How to Stay in Killer Mode even when your Results Slow up or Plateau

You ever been killing it in the gym or towards a goal, and then your results slow up? It's funny how easy motivation can wane when you don't see tangible results. You and I both know that you're not always going to see crazy results, especially the more advanced you get. Gains get harder and harder to come by. But how do you stay a killer even when the results slow up? I break it down in this episode. Time Stamps: (1:22) 220lbs, lean, and shredded, is my goal (3:35) Stagnation (6:12) New results take a new level of thinking (8:04) The Mental Checklist (8:14) Notice the progress you've made (9:12) Acknowledge how far you are from the goal now (10:42) Eliminate peer comparisons (11:46) Get in touch with your extreme mentor (13:48) Raise your standard (15:42) What new extremes can you take on? (16:31) Step your game up!

Apr 20, 201819 min

Books and Bars: Blood of a Slave, Heart of a King (ft. Nas)

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.

Apr 18, 20186 min

A Reality Check for the Soft "Millennials"

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A lot of soft people who need to hear this episode. If your feelings hurt, then this episode was exactly for you. Let's hope it leads to fewer selfies, less time binging on Netflix, fewer conversations about all that's unfair in the world and more action towards creating value for yourself, your families, and the world. Take a listen, I'm sure you'll be implicated in some way. Warning: I blacked out about 5 mins in. Enjoy. (1:22) Am I a Millenial? (3:00) I have questions for you (3:42) What type of impact are you having on others? (3:56) Are you struggling financially? (4:43) Are you working for someone else and don't like it? (5:07) How many people would be at your funeral? (9:11) The Millennial Mindset (13:08) #1: Nobody cares about you (14:31) #2: You don't deserve anything except what you have (16:16) #3: You are not that valuable (18:19). #4: You are lazy and soft (20:45) #5: You are a follower (21:19) #6: Your opinion doesn't matter (24:32) #7: You idolizing everyone else (30:45) You will win if you are patient (32:48) What you should do now (37:07) www.imnotyou.com/ki

Apr 17, 201840 min

How to avoid leaving friends and family behind when you grow

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It's inevitable. You will grow and friends and family will begin to act weird. Then you will be faced with decisions about what to do next. Worry about them, try to help change them, or leave them alone. In this episode, I answer a question live from one of my clients in the Killer Instinct Coaching program on how to handle this situation. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:20) A live Q&A call answer to share with you all (3:18) David's question (4:26) www.imnotyou.com/ki (6:30) Different reactions from people when you start to grow (12:52) What Jesus did well

Apr 13, 201817 min

Books and Bars: Finding a Way to Win Ft. Bill Parcells

Find out from one of the most successful NFL coaches of all time exactly what sets apart the great coaches from the ones who get fired after a couple seasons.

Apr 11, 20186 min

What to do when you lose motivation

It's easy to be motivated at the beginning of a goal or when things are going well...but what happens when resistance sets in and you lose your drive? What happens when your teammates aren't as motivated as you and it starts to weigh on you? In this episode, I break down how to attack that problem, get to the root cause, and get back on your grind. Because that's what needs to happen. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:40) www.imnotyou.com/request (3:20) I can relate to Michael in many ways, thank you for emailing me (4:45) Leading people is difficult (6:30) Story from my firefighting days (8:15) Establish or re-establish the goal (9:15) Analyze the purpose behind the goal (11:34) The Michael Jordan Strategy (13:30) Focus on a problem that lights you up (14:38) Gain clarity (15:39) Change your environment

Apr 10, 201818 min

The Mindset that Leads to Dangerously Average Results

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) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:30) Let me start off by asking you a couple of questions (3:06) Story Time! (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

Apr 6, 201840 min

Books and Bars: The Power of Consistency Ft. Tony Horton

I break down a powerful clip from Tony Horton's book on the need to be consistent in all that is required from you and the consequences of being unreliable and inconsistent.

Apr 4, 20184 min

A Crash Course in Performing Under Pressure

How do you prepare yourself to actually perform when it's time to? How do you put yourself in a position to actually dominate when it matters most? I break the formula down in this episode. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:18) Shoutout to Sarah! (4:17) #1: Laser-like clarity on your vision (5:14) #2: Set 3-6 month outcomes (6:08) #3: Identify high-performance targets (7:11) #4: Create a daily game plan to get better (7:46) #5: Measure Improvements (8:03) #6: Track your emotions (9:22) #7: Create new emotional recipes (10:08) www.imnotyou.com/ki (11:13) #8: Put yourself in high-pressure situations frequently (13:13) #9: Be Compassionate to yourself

Apr 3, 201816 min

Super Bowl Champion and Former Teammate Steve Weatherford

In today's episode, I link up with my former teammate from the Saints, a super bowl champ, 10 time NFL veteran, multimillionaire and also named one of the fittest men in the world. He also happens to be a member of the 5 kid club and I would not be exaggerating if I said this was an episode you do to want to miss. He absolutely crushed it, and left so much value that you'll probably need to listen again. Enjoy. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:30) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast, Steve! (4:40) Steve's Story (14:42) Where Steve got his beliefs from (19:00) Steve's time in the NFL (27:08) Challenges and Triumphs (32:22) After football (37:36) What made the 2011 Giants a championship team (42:29) Goals and the Perfect Day (54:32) Cliches on the internet (59:24) Morning and Evening Routines (1:03:05) Where to find Steve RESOURCES: Follow Steve on Instagram!

Mar 30, 20181h 6m

Books and Bars: Glory Ft. Cam'ron

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I break down the track that was responsible for me becoming an NFL running back, no cap. Check it out and prepare to be hyped off some real motivation after you listen. Enjoy.

Mar 28, 201814 min

How to Dominate in the Classroom

Just because you can ball on the field or court, doesn't mean you'll be able to take those skills and apply them in the classroom. Just like anything else, there is a strategy and mindset that is required to kill it in the classroom and get the grades you need. In my experience, when I wanted to, I was able to crush it in the classroom. In this episode, I break down specifically how I did it. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:01) Shoutout to Dante! (4:20) My academic history (7:10) Principle #1: I wanted to (7:50) Principle #2: Get the syllabus and reverse engineer it (9:09) Principle #3: Dedicate time for studying (9:49) Principle #4: GO TO CLASS EVERYDAY! (10:42) Principle #5: Meet with your teachers every week (11:31) Principle #6: Tell your teachers and professors your goals (12:52) Principle #7: Sit in front of the class (14:37) Principle #8: Be creative and smart when you study (15:39) Principle #9: Rid yourself of excuses that you can't learn something (16:48) Principle #10: Focus on results (17:44) Principle #11: Be systematic in your approach to live (18:31) Principle #12: Refuse to sacrifice any quality in your efforts (25:39) Cal Newport, "How to Become a Straight-A Student"

Mar 27, 201827 min

Sports Psychologist Dr. Jack Llewellyn

In this interview, I dig into the mindset, experience, and techniques of a certified OG in the sports psychology game. Dr. Jack Llewellyn has spent over 45 years working with pro and elite basketball, baseball, and football players and helping them overcome negative thought patterns, anxiety, and poor performance to ultimately become their best. He breaks down his incredible journey and gives real life, reality-based advice that you can start implementing immediately. You will want to listen to this. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:10) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast Dr. Jack! (8:00) Jack's work with John Smoltz (12:14) Universal patterns of struggle (17:40) Working with athletes and visualization (20:20) Watching the mistakes (23:18) Positive and Negative Reinforcement (30:26) Approaching high standards, SMART Goals, and Reengineering the Goal (39:19) Medication and Mental Struggles (44:11) Parents (50:31) Sport may be the only vehicle left for children to interact and learn life skills (51:58) Dr. Jack's habits and life advice (55:16) Where you can find Dr. Jack Where to Find Dr. Jack and his books: Coming in First: Twelve Keys to Being a Winner Every Day Winning Sure Beats Losing and Here's What You Can Do About It Commonsense Leadership: No-Nonsense Rules for Improving Your Mental Game and Increasing Your Team's Performance Dr. Jack's Website Dr. Jack's Podcast: You Don't Know Jack: The Mental Game Behind Performance

Mar 23, 201859 min

Books and Bars: Tao of Leadership Ft. John Heider

How do you lead those that you love without making them resent you or make their situation worse? John Heider breaks down how and I share my experience and take. Take a listen.

Mar 21, 20185 min

How to Be 10x Better with your Time

Everyone talks about how much time they don't have and how busy they are. In this episode, I share with you some very practical and hard-hitting tips that will supercharge your energy and productivity and serve to make you into someone who gets it done. The right things done. Take a listen. (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:43) www.imnotyou.com/request to have your questions answered! (5:53) 7 practical steps to improving your time management (6:30) #1: Focus on replacing instead of eliminating (7:03) Charles Duhigg, "The Power of Habit" (9:05) #2: Focus on and maximize your transition periods (10:30) #3: Set up your checklists for your transitions (15:00) #4: Prepare in bulk beforehand (17:33) #5: Identify your intentions before you work/train (19:50) #6: Be pessimistic (21:26) #7: Bulletproof your environment consistently

Mar 20, 201825 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Real Big Ft. Nipsey Hussle

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This is the last episode in the special Books and Bars series with Nipsey Hussle's new album Victory Lap, and it makes sense that we do it real big. In this track, he has the best bar on the whole album. I explain what it means and why it's so relevant to you as you march towards your goals. Hope you enjoyed the series!

Mar 18, 201812 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Loaded Bases Ft. Nipsey Hussle and Ceelo Green

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Some people tell you to celebrate wins. Then there's a certain brand of high performer that refuses to gas themselves up and doesn't celebrate until the race is over. Nipsey is one of those. Which one are you? Take a listen to clarify whether or not you agree with Nipsey.

Mar 17, 20184 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Hussle and Motivate Ft. Nipsey Hussle

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This may be one of the best verses on the whole album and his aggressive attitude towards success shines through. Listen as I break down the lyrics and give my take.

Mar 16, 20188 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Dedication Ft. Nipsey Hussle and Kendrick Lamar

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In the next episode of this 7 day series, Nipsey Hussle and Kendrick Lamar break down the reality of what it takes to eventually win, while others give up and complain. Take a listen.

Mar 15, 20187 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Last Time That I Checc'd Ft. Nipsey Hussle and YG

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In this track, Nipsey explains his winning philosophy even deeper. Check out day 3 of Books and Bars.

Mar 14, 201814 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: The I'm Not You Mentality Ft. Nipsey Hussle

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This track has enough gangsta in it to last you at least a month, and it shows how Nipsey embodies the I'm Not You Philosophy. Take a listen.

Mar 13, 20188 min

Books and Bars Special Edition: Victory Lap Ft. Nipsey Hussle

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Over the next 7 days, I am breaking down 7 songs from the new (and epic) debut album from Nipsey Hussle, and highlighting the soulful and wise bars he spits throughout. You are going to enjoy this, take a listen to the first episode now.

Mar 12, 20189 min

Reality Check: My Advice to Hungry Entrepreneurs

The difficulty and uncertainty you face as a young entrepreneur is a little different from that of an athlete, and if entrepreneurs want to succeed, they have to know what these differences are and how to handle them.I have learned many of these lessons the hard way, and want to share this valuable advice with you so you can dominate in business. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:45) To the All-In Entrepreneur (4:24) #1- Bagging on yourself in public (5:23) Shoutout to Jiggy! (6:10) #2: Afraid of making excuses (7:50) #3: Beating yourself up when you aren't where you want to be (8:42) #4: Relying on someone to tell you to do the right thing (9:09) #5: Being a slave to your schedule (9:50) Actions to resolving these issues (9:51) Own our weaknesses with no false humility (10:40) Look objectivity at problems without emotion (11:39) Allow your reality to give you pain (12:53) Take in knowledge at a fast rate (15:10) Plan your tail off (18:49) www.imnotyou.com/ki

Mar 9, 201820 min

Books and Bars: How to Wake Up Early ft. Hal Elrod

Hal Elrod breaks down the keys to waking up early without hitting snooze. Super practical and very simple to implement. No excuses, take a listen.

Mar 7, 20186 min

Reality Check: My Advice to Obsessed College Athletes

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There are certain obstacles and roadblocks that college athletes face that are unique to them, that they must be able to face and overcome them. In this episode, I break down my advice to the college athletes who want to go pro but don't have what they need to do that. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast and the Reality Check Series! (2:14) To the College Athlete (3:03) The previous episode was for the young, hungry athlete, www.imnotyou.com/yaa (4:44) Realities of the college athlete (6:51) My college days (10:06) The party scene is very overrated (10:22) Reality: Academics is a vehicle (14:44) Taper yourself off of dependences as fast as possible (19:07) Reality: Time spent on your sport will hurt your relationships (20:25) READ! (21:12) Know your strategy (23:34) Use advice wisely (25:53) Develop courage (27:01) www.imnotyou.com/ki (27:37) Please leave a review if you're digging the content (28:00) www.imnotyou.com/gymr

Mar 6, 201829 min

Reality Check: My Advice to Young Ambitious Athletes

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This is my advice to the young teenage athlete who is overly ambitious, obsessed and willing to do whatever it takes to be great. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:21) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:00) Listen to the Leadership Series if you haven't (3:12) My history leading up to now (5:45) Today is for the young ambitious athlete (7:48) Reality: You are delusional to how all in you have to be (8:26) Reality: Pleasing your friends, family, and coaches (9:26) Reality: Habits of dependency (9:57) Reality: Need for validation (10:17) My advice to you (10:58) #1- Decide if your purpose is legit (14:36) #2- Learn to deal with pain well (16:55) #3- Decide what's most important to you (19:25) #4- Settle the conflict with your athletes (22:13) #5- Get your money right (24:36) #6- Build your infrastructure for the long-term (25:38) #7- Decide you will always refuse other's opinions on how good you're doing (29:33) My offer to the young ambitious athlete or parent or coach of one (32:34) If this is for you, go to imnotyou.com/yaa (33:46) Anyone 21 and up, go to imnotyou.com/ki

Mar 2, 201834 min

Books and Bars: 33 Strategies of War

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Best selling author Robert Greene, in his book 33 strategies of war, breaks down why having a sense of urgency is a major key to success. I give you my take in this episode, give it a listen.

Feb 28, 20185 min

How to Make More Money

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 (21:12) My offer to you the listener (22:14) Email me at [email protected] and tell me why you need to be apart of this course (23:06) Books on money- Science of Getting Rich, Financial Freedom in less than 8 minutes a day, and Richest Man in Babylon

Feb 27, 201825 min

Fearless Leader Part 4: The Power of Clarity

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Your job as a leader is to establish a feeling of control, and give that feeling to others. To empower. In order to do that, you must have clarity. In this episode, I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (4:16) Clarity (6:07) #1: Having clarity on what your GOALS are (6:54) #2: Have clarity on WHY you are doing what you're doing (7:37) #3: Have clarity on your STRATEGY (8:32) #4: Have clarity on your OBSTACLES (9:10) #5: Have routines and rituals that GROUND you (9:34) Tim Grover, "Relentless" (10:22) Tell your team what the goals and outcomes are (10:48) Tell your team what the outcomes look like (11:41) Step 1 on creating clarity: Have a daily meeting with your significant other (11:54) The 4 items of this meeting (12:35) Meeting with your team (14:25) Now, Implement

Feb 23, 201816 min

Books and Bars: Young MA I Get the Bag

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How big is your circle? Young MA breaks down why your circle needs to be tight. Take a listen.

Feb 21, 20187 min

Fearless Leader Part 3: Create More Pressure

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Leaders don't run from pressure, they create more of it. If you have the habit of complaining about "difficulties" you may not be cut out for this life. It's not too late though, in this episode I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:08) Please go listen to Parts 1 and 2 if you haven't (2:32) Shoutout to Brianna (5:52) Pressure (9:23) The practical lesson from history on Pain (9:37) Robert Greene, "33 Strategies of War" pg. 47 (14:40) #1- Decide what you want from life and who you want to be (15:19) #2- Decide how you need to behave in order to become who you want to become (15:40) #3- Write out a schedule (17:02) Feel the pain and then re-up the next day (17:45) Notice the upgrades and improvements (19:09) Refuse to let others let you feel like it's okay to be average (20:23) Announce your goals publicly (20:45) My Instagram death ground (follow me @niyisobo) (21:49) Create extreme mentors and listen to them/watch their videos/hang their pictures on your wall (23:18) Put more pressure on yourself

Feb 20, 201826 min