In 'Straight Shooter', Stephen A. Smith shares a deeply personal and authentic account of his life and career. The book covers his childhood struggles, including growing up poor in Queens, dealing with undiagnosed dyslexia, and his complex family dynamics. Smith recounts his rise from a high school reporter to a prominent sports commentator at ESPN, including his time on 'First Take' and his interactions with notable figures like Skip Bayless, Ray Rice, Colin Kaepernick, and former President Donald Trump. The memoir also delves into his personal life, including his battle with COVID-19, his relationships, and his reflections on politics and social issues. Written with his signature intelligence, humor, and charm, the book offers a provocative and moving insight into Smith's life and career.
In The Greatness Mindset, Lewis Howes provides a comprehensive guide to transforming one's life by clarifying personal identity, discovering a meaningful mission, and overcoming self-doubt and fears. The book offers science-backed strategies, personal anecdotes, and step-by-step guidance to help readers define their passions, values, and priorities. It emphasizes the importance of a growth mindset, healing past trauma, and developing a clear and meaningful mission to live an authentic and fulfilling life.
Today we are taken on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Through a series of expert insights and practical advice, you will learn effective strategies for boosting your self-confidence. Discover how to overcome self-doubt, harness your inner strength, and embrace your unique qualities. Gain the tools to project confidence in various aspects of your life, from personal relationships to professional endeavors. This episode is a powerful reminder that self-confidence is not only attainable but essential for reaching your full potential and achieving your goals. Tune in, and let your self-confidence soar to new heights.
Evy Poumpouras was a member of the most prestigious protection force in the world for over 12 years. She served on the secret service presidential protection division for President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. She also protected presidents, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and George H. W. Bush.
Stephen A. Smith is the star of the #1 morning sports talk show First Take, a premiere analyst on ESPN and ABC’s NBA Countdown, the host of NBA in Stephen A’s World on ESPN2 and ESPN+, and the host and producer of the podcast K[no]w Mercy with Stephen A. Smith. Smith has more than 12 million followers across social media platforms, and his opinions on sports make daily headlines.
Inky Johnson is a husband, father, collegiate athlete, entrepreneur and author. Inky is also one of the most highly sought after speakers in the world. For over a decade, executives, professional sports teams, business owners and people all over have benefited from the raw energy of his thought provoking and inspirational presentations.
Susan David is a psychologist, originally from South Africa, that has been learning about emotions and people’s pursuit of happiness since she lost her father in high school. She has recently written a best selling book, Emotional Agility, about the importance of every emotion we go through. Susan also recently gave a TED Talk that was one of the most successful campaigns to date. It received over a million views within the first week.
In this episode you will learn
- The best way to build command, authority, and credibility.
- How to stop worrying about other people’s opinions and own the room.
- What betting on yourself should look & feel like.
- How to make your hard work stand out.
- Ways to navigate criticism while maintaining your confidence.
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Stephen A. Smith: https://link.chtbl.com/1380-pod
Inky Johnson: https://link.chtbl.com/1279-pod
Susan David: https://link.chtbl.com/1089-pod
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