Most athletes make this mistake when they enter business… In a past conversation with Jeff Dudan, we talked about a simple but overlooked truth: You teach people how to treat you—and you attract what you put out. What do I see too often? Athletes step off the field and start…
Most companies chase profit. Patagonia chased purpose. I talked with Robert Wolfe (founder of Moosejaw & Crowdrise) a while back, about why working with Patagonia felt different—and what every entrepreneur can learn from it. If you’re building a business, this mindset shift could change everything. Watch the full episode of…
Athletes are wired to prove themselves—every rep, every game, every moment. But what happens when that mindset moves into business? The discipline. The pressure. The drive to go above and beyond… it’s all still there. The question is—does it actually translate into success, or is it overrated? Is this mindset…
You don’t need to have it all figured out to move forward. The real edge in business? Being able to say, “I don’t know… but I’ll figure it out.” No matter your path—entrepreneur, sales, medicine, or beyond—success is a journey of discovery. The people who grow the fastest are the…
Your wins feel great—but improvement comes from how you respond to losses. Brian Doyle breaks down why facing setbacks head-on is what separates those who grow from those who plateau. Every missed shot, failed deal, or tough moment is an opportunity to get better. Watch, learn, and level up your…
I’ll tell every entrepreneur this— be the same person on Tuesday as you are on Saturday. If you have to keep switching who you are depending on the room you’re in… it’s going to wear you down. I’ve seen people build success while feeling completely out of alignment with themselves.…
Entrepreneurs don’t retire… they choose. At the beginning, it’s all about survival—paying bills, providing, doing whatever it takes. But what happens when you finally “make it”… and realize you still want more? In our latest episode, Landen breaks down why retirement is a myth for entrepreneurs—and how finding your north…
What happens when you hit your financial goals… and still feel like something is missing? In this episode, Bryan sits down with entrepreneur Landen Goodnight, who built a million-dollar insurance business from the ground up after starting with nothing—living in a low-income apartment, newly married, with a baby on the…
Most people think success comes from pushing harder and doing more. But one of the most powerful things I’ve learned as an athlete and entrepreneur… is when to slow down. When you step away from the daily grind, you create space for perspective. And perspective isn’t a luxury — it’s…
Most people have bold ideas. But they never act on them. In this episode, Alex Lubyansky talks about doing something most people would call crazy—offering $10,000 for teams to play in the Merit Cup to challenge the traditional youth soccer system. My take? If you have a bold idea, be…
Most kids in youth soccer are chasing a dream. But very few ever get a real shot. When I sat down with Alex Lubyansky, he shared a mission that completely flips the traditional system. His goal isn’t just to run another club. It’s to develop true professional soccer players—players who…
After years inside the traditional U.S. soccer system, Alex Lubyansky set out to build something radically different. In this episode, Bryan sits down with Alex, founder of Detroit Metro FC, to discuss his mission to create a new pathway for soccer players outside the pay-to-play system. From launching a club…
Most athletes are trained to push through discomfort. But what happens when the game changes? In this clip from my conversation with Eric Sullivan, we talk about a mindset shift that separates struggling former athletes from thriving entrepreneurs: getting comfortable being uncomfortable. In business, discomfort doesn’t look like conditioning drills…
Most people think their best ideas come from grinding harder. Mine don’t. Some of my clearest ideas show up when I step away — on a walk, on a drive, during time off. When I create space, my brain shifts from execution mode to strategic thinking. That’s when patterns connect…
You don’t need more hours in the day — you need a better game plan. Athlete entrepreneurs are wired for structure, but business can quickly turn your schedule into chaos. Between training, meetings, content, travel, and recovery, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. That’s where time-blocking becomes a competitive advantage.…
You can’t pour from an empty bucket. I used to think real leadership meant going last. Take care of everyone else. Push through. Don’t slow down. But that’s not strength — that’s burnout. When I don’t prioritize self-care, my clarity drops. My patience drops. My performance drops. Filling your bucket…
💬 When I opened my sports facility, I focused on more than just training athletes—I focused on the numbers. Accurate accounting might sound boring, but it’s the secret to making your business more valuable when it’s time to sell. The right financial foundation pays off long before you ever think…
Most leaders don’t have a strategy problem — they have an avoidance problem. In this clip from What’s Next with Bryan Finnerty, my guest Karina cuts through the noise around leadership, business growth, and decision-making. There is no magical or mystical solution to fixing your business. No perfect framework. No…
If you’re a CEO or leader spending most of your time behind a screen, this might be the reason your company culture is struggling. In this clip from What’s Next with Bryan Finnerty, I sit down with Katrina Ghazarian to talk about why the best leaders don’t lead from their…
If you’re a high-performing leader wondering why your team of A-players still isn’t winning, this episode is your wake-up call. Bryan sits down with Katrina Ghazarian, a former athlete turned HR powerhouse, to unpack why company culture often crumbles under pressure—and how to fix it before your best people walk…
What if the best business idea isn’t something brand new — but something no one else is paying attention to? In this clip, I sit down with my twin sons, Josh and Owen, as they share how they built a business around a niche most people overlooked: performance socks for…
What happens when the game ends... but your drive doesn't? As an athlete, my schedule was never my own. Seasons, training, travel — everything was decided for me. Entrepreneurship gave me something I never had in sport: the chance to build a life on my own terms. If you’re at…
What athletes miss most after sports isn’t the game — it’s the locker room. In this clip, Patrick Dees shares why building a successful business starts with finding the right people and creating a shared vision. The same camaraderie, trust, and accountability that fueled success in sports can be recreated…
One of the most important lessons I learned in business came from my mom — my entrepreneurial mentor: don’t mix your business and personal funds. This simple boundary protects more than your money. It protects your peace, your relationships, and your long-term vision as a founder. Watch this clip for…