The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas Why Most People Never Become Their Best Self (Even Though They Have the Potential) #526
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Jan 29, 2026 A candid look at why talent alone does not create lasting excellence. Conversations dive into parenting, generational momentum, and when to intervene to shape character. Practical routines, systems, and accountability are highlighted as the difference between visiting greatness and living there. Emotional stories and therapy-style moments reveal what it takes to make excellence automatic.
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The Walmart Rotisserie Revelation
- Eric Thomas describes his first Walmart run and the $5 rotisserie chicken that surprised him with quality and price.
- The story illustrates cultural differences in shopping habits and how new experiences can shift perspectives.
When To Intervene In Public
- Eric recounts a Walmart scene where a toddler hit his mother with a sandal after telling her to 'shut the hell up.'
- He uses the incident to question when and how bystanders should safely intervene today.
Design Systems, Then Delegate
- Karl (Carl) says create systems and delegate so your highest output doesn't depend on you doing every task.
- Build standards so the end result reflects your name even when others execute the work.