Ever feel like you don’t belong… even when you’ve earned your seat? I was “sat at the table” young — and I see this all the time with pro athletes. When success comes early, it’s easy to look around the room and start asking yourself, Do I really belong here?…
Is work-life balance even real? 🤔 Or is it something we’ve been taught to chase? My wife often reminds me that life comes in seasons. Some months require more work. Others call for more presence at home. What’s helped me most is identifying my North Star — the priority that…
The breakthrough you’re looking for might already be right beside you. When Brian Doyle shared this moment from his entrepreneurial journey, what stood out to me was this: the solution wasn’t a new strategy or tool — it was one of his coaches. The answer had been there the whole…
Ever wonder if you can actually predict entrepreneurial success? 👀 Josh Jacobs shared something that really hit me — when you pay attention to the right opportunities and follow your passion, “luck” starts to look a lot less random. That’s exactly what helped him grow College Golf Experience from a…
Struggling to level up—even when you’re doing everything right? In my conversation with Dan Abrahams, we break down why mental flexibility is one of the most underrated performance skills out there. Whether you’re an entrepreneur navigating uncertainty or an athlete competing under pressure, your ability to adapt your mindset can…
Ever wonder what really drives long-term success? I was talking with my sons about something Michael Jordan once said — he played just as hard in his rookie year as he did in the Olympics. That mindset has fueled my entire journey as an entrepreneur. It’s not the accolades. It’s…
Want to scale without burning out? 💡 Mike Brown shares why investing in the right people is key to growth. If your product is proven and cashflow positive, the next step is finding someone who can take it further—and improve on it. 🚀 🎧 Check out the podcast to learn…
Ever wonder what happens after the final season ends? 🤔 When Shaun Anderson was asked, “What’s after baseball?” it opened up a conversation that so many athletes can relate to. Stepping away from a sport you’ve dedicated your life to isn’t just a career shift—it’s a moment that often brings…
Ever wonder why so many athletes struggle when transitioning into entrepreneurship? 🧠🔥 Manny Amezcua breaks down a truth every athlete-entrepreneur needs to hear: success isn’t a solo sport. When athletes enter business without guidance, the learning curve can feel steep — but with the right clarity and support, the path…
Ever feel like your long-term goals are so big they almost feel impossible to reach? When I was competing, every major victory started with one simple idea: win the day. And as an athlete turned entrepreneur, that mindset has become my greatest advantage. Breaking months into weeks, weeks into days,…
Have you ever noticed how success looks different for every athlete who steps into entrepreneurship? 🏅➡️💼 From my perspective, success isn’t about titles, trophies, or dollar signs. It’s about freedom — freedom of time, freedom over your money, freedom of relationships, and freedom of choice. And the more I talk…
What if the key to peak performance isn’t choosing one path—but combining all your strengths? Matt breaks down the “Athlete–Entrepreneur–Executive” triangle and how each identity fuels discipline, innovation, and strategic leadership. When you unite all three, you unlock true optimal performance far beyond the field. 🎧 Don’t miss the new…
Are your passions leading you forward… or leading you off track? High-performing athletes and entrepreneurs often chase passion, but Matt Granados reminds us that passion without purpose can derail your entire journey. If you want next-level performance, fulfillment, and clarity in your identity, this is your wake-up call. Tune in…
What if the discipline you built as an athlete is the very thing that makes you unstoppable in business? 💥 Stepping into entrepreneurship can feel overwhelming—but athletes already carry the mindset most people spend years trying to develop. Your ability to grind, adapt, stay coachable, push past discomfort, and commit…
Ever feel like you’re building your business with more heart than certainty? I’ve been there — and so has Marisa Messana. When we sat down for this conversation, she shared how unsure she felt in her early entrepreneurial journey… and how those tiny, uncomfortable steps eventually compounded into confidence and…
What separates good from great? 👀 A while back, Chris Como and I dug into the traits we see most often in elite athletes and high-performing entrepreneurs—yes, talent matters, and work ethic absolutely matters. But there’s another piece we don’t highlight nearly enough: curiosity. That relentless drive to ask questions,…
🤝 In business, it’s not about how many people you meet. It’s about who you build with. True freedom doesn’t come from transactional relationships. It comes from transformational ones — the kind that push you to grow, challenge your mindset, and surround you with people who genuinely want to see…
⏳ Are you still trading your time for money? Or have you found a way to make your money work for you? In our newest episode, I talk about how mailbox money, sleep money, and investment money aren’t just fancy terms — they’re tools to buy back your time. Once…
After nearly a month on the road, from the mountains of Colorado to the beaches of The Bahamas and the soccer fields of Germany, Bryan returns with a new perspective on what freedom really means. In this solo reflection, he breaks down the four levels of freedom taught by Dan…
Purpose isn’t something you find on a mountaintop — it’s something you forge through your daily decisions. After a month on the road — from the mountains of Colorado to the beaches of The Bahamas and the fields of Germany — I came home with a new perspective on what…
🎯 Chasing perfection? You might be missing what really makes people connect with you. When I sat down with former pro athlete and broadcaster Eric Wynalda, he said something that stuck with me — the closer you are to perfect, the less likable you become. That really hit home. Whether…
💡 Great teams thrive on trust. As an athlete, I learned the value of structure — having a coach, a game plan, and clear feedback. But in entrepreneurship, I’ve discovered that real leadership means giving your team the framework and then the freedom to do their job. The same principles…
Great leaders don’t demand excellence — they inspire it. 💼🔥 Former pro athlete and entrepreneur Brad Friedel shares why leading by example is the key to attracting top talent and building a loyal, high-performing team. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or scaling your business, your leadership sets the tone…
Feeling like there just aren’t enough hours in the day? ⏰ As athletes, we’re used to structure — practices, game days, recovery time. But when you step into entrepreneurship, that structure disappears fast. In this throwback, Jeremy Aisenberg and I talk about how time blocking can bring that discipline back…