Paul Rabil knows what it takes to reach the top in both sports and business. In this episode, he teaches us the mindsets to succeed, where confidence comes from, and even tells us about the time Bill Belichick recruited him to play in the NFL.   Rabil spent 14 years as a professional lacrosse player in the United States and in 2019 co-founded the Premier Lacrosse League, where he played for the final three seasons of his career before retiring in 2021. He was a 10-time All-Star in Major League Lacrosse, where he also won two league titles. He also won two World Lacrosse Championship gold medals.   -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional lacrosse player and entrepreneur, Paul Rabil, discusses stoicism, resilience in sports, pursuing high performance, transitioning to professionalism, and the impact of competitiveness in this engaging podcast conversation.

Professional lacrosse player and host of 'Suiting Up,' Paul Rabil, discusses embracing failures, balancing intensity, and adapting to change for sustainable success and personal growth. He shares insights on the transformative power of stoicism, storytelling, and setting high standards in achieving excellence.

Paul Rabil, co-founder and president of the Premier Lacrosse League and former professional player, shares his journey from athlete to league creator. He discusses the challenges of establishing a new league and the critical role of digital media in growing lacrosse. Rabil emphasizes the importance of partnerships and innovative strategies to boost accessibility and participation. He also highlights the evolving landscape of mental health in sports, advocating for performance coaching while blending personal anecdotes with insights on leadership and community engagement.

Paul Rabil, the lacrosse G.O.A.T. and co-founder of the Premier Lacrosse League, shares his incredible journey from player to entrepreneur. He opens up about overcoming challenges in launching the PLL and highlights the potential for niche sports in today's media world. The discussion touches on the changing landscape of sports broadcasting and the importance of building relationships within the industry. Rabil's insights into media partnerships and the exciting future for lacrosse are both insightful and inspiring.