

The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas
The Resonance Network
In this episode of the "Secret to Success" podcast, CJ hosts an engaging conversation featuring co-host Karl Wesley Phillips, Dr. King, ET and special guest Gersh King. The episode kicks off with the hosts catching up, sharing a light-hearted and humorous dialogue that sets the tone for an inspiring discussion.Gersh King, a physical therapist known for his exceptional skills and dedication, shares his journey of personal and professional growth. He discusses his experiences with challenges such as homelessness, ADHD, and anxiety, and how he overcame them through intense dedication to his craft and personal development. Gersh emphasizes the importance of impact over monetary gain, explaining how he discovered fulfillment through service and honing his skills. He also delves into his rigorous routine, including his practice of lunges and a disciplined workout regimen inspired by figures like Bruce Lee.The hosts touch on topics like the power of breathing techniques to manage anxiety and enhance focus. Gersh leads a brief breathing exercise to demonstrate how proper breathing can ground you and activate the parasympathetic system for relaxation. The conversation further explores philosophies from Bruce Lee, the significance of being authentic, and how to harness one's energy and skills to become a master in their field.This episode is a deep dive into the mindset and practices required to achieve personal and professional mastery, offering listeners practical tips and inspiration to pursue their own paths to success.
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Jul 26, 2018 • 1h 42min
Eps. 134 -2nd Generation Dawg

Jul 19, 2018 • 1h 46min
Eps. 133 - Stinking Thinking

Jul 12, 2018 • 1h 30min
Eps. 132 - White Estates
Is the goal to win or to look like you’re winning ? On today’s podcast the guys talk about the effects of people displaying their “highlight reel” without putting in any real work behind it. We all know that social media plays a huge role in business and building a brand. The guys discuss the side effects of portraying like you’re doing something when you’re really not doing anything. Do yourself a favor and self assess what you’re posting and why you’re posting on social media. Are you posting it because it's really happening ? Or are you posting it to act like it's happening ? Time Stamped Topics: [08:13] - Karl’s Condition [20:57] - ET at NIKE [33:00] - Fair or Foul [47:00] - The Highlight Reel [1:00:00] - The Inspiration [1:10:00] - Ask ET [1:27:00] - Nugget of The Day Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. Hello Fresh is giving our listeners $30 off your first week of deliveries just use the code “SUCCESS30” ET Events:
Dreams 2 Legacy Salt Lake City, Utah July 14, 2018
Take Control San Francisco August 26, 2018
Saving 7000 Pep Rally September 1, 2018
Ignite The Dream September 9, 2018
Phenomenal Life Jamaica February 25 - March 3, 2019 Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts.

Jul 5, 2018 • 1h 40min
Eps 131 - Buttercake Confessions
This week on the podcast the guys are joined with one of their favorite guests, Shawn Stevenson. Shawn joined the guys in St. Louis at the Take Control Conference and the guys knew he had to come back on the show. He talks intensively about energy and recovery and the importance of both. We often think we lose energy as we get older but Shawn provides some insight on where our energy actually comes from. He also shares some information on how to extend your lifespan, what the recovery process looks like for an entrepreneur, and how walking for just 11 mins a day can help you become healthier. Time Stamped Topics: [09:09] - Lebron Talk [20:47] - Energy Levels [36:53] - Role of Exercise [42:30] - Recovery For the Entrepreneur [52:30] - How Much Sugar ? [1:05:20] - People and Your Diet [1:16:00] - Ask Shawn [1:37:28] - Nugget of The Day Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. Green Chef source wholesome, clean, sustainable ingredients of the highest quality and they are giving our listeners $50 off your first delivery just use the code greenchef.us/success. The Secrets To Success: “Energy isn’t something that you get it’s something you create.” “Nothing happens in a vacuum in your body.” “Every bit of food we eat is information.” “Our environment is set up based on money and not on our needs.” See ET Live:
Dreams 2 Legacy July 14, 2018
Take Control San Francisco August 26, 2018
Saving 7000 Pep Rally September 1, 2018
Ignite The Dream September 9, 2018
Phenomenal Life Jamaica February 25 - March 3, 2019 Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts. Download the Eric Thomas app now!

Jun 28, 2018 • 1h 28min
Eps. 130 - Blame It On The Rain
This week on the podcast the guys talk about the struggle of the triple double life. At the end of the day there are only so many hours in the day and sometimes you have to sacrifice something. How do you decide what to sacrifice ? How do you perform at a high level consistently ? ET argues that it’s easier to live the triple double life when you’re performing at a high level and that it’s hard when you’re average. Grab a pen and paper as you listen to today’s podcast and learn how to conquer the triple double life. Time Stamped Topics: [07:19] - Karl’s Recap [23:53] - The Triple Double Life [31:25] - Letting Things Go [44:51] - Free KFC [50:15] - Ask ET [1:17:00] - Events [1:26:00] - Nugget Of The Day Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. ET Events:
Dreams 2 Legacy July 14, 2018
Take Control San Francisco August 26, 2018
Saving 7000 Pep Rally September 1, 2018
Ignite The Dream September 9, 2018
Phenomenal Life Jamaica February 25 - March 3, 2019 Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts.

Jun 21, 2018 • 1h 39min
Eps. 129 - Cover The Cage
ET and the guys often talk about the importance of your environment. The importance of being around like minded individuals and making sure you have the right people in your circle. This week on the podcast they tackle the notion that says changing your circle makes you disloyal. What’s the balance ? Do you stay with your friends and not go to the next level ? Do you go to the next level and lose your friends ? ET stresses that you have to understand you have to give up something. You have to decide whether it will be certain relationships or the opportunity to become the greatest version of yourself. Which one will you choose ? Time Stamped Topics: [03:20] - Father’s Day Recap [07:28] - Lion of The Week [17:40] - Triple Double Detroit [42:35] - Loyalty [50:25] - ET’s Transition [1:08:20] - Walking The Balance [1:35:40] - The Nugget Of The Day Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. Green Chef is proud to be USDA-certified organic. They source wholesome, clean, sustainable ingredients of the highest quality and they are giving our listeners $50 off your first delivery just use the code greenchef.us/success. The Secrets To Success: “When emotions are high, reasoning is low.” “If you’re in your feelings you’re going to get beat, if you’re in the principles you’ll get it.” See ET Live: June 24, 2018 Take Control St. Louis
July 14, 2018 Dreams 2 Legacy
September 1, 2018 Phenomenal Rally
February 25 - March 3, 2019 Phenomenal Life Jamaica
Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts.

Jun 14, 2018 • 1h 24min
Eps. 128 - Stop Complaining
How many of you are in situations that you don’t like ? How many of you have circumstances that you aren’t in favor of ? On today’s podcast ET talks about individuals who don’t like where they are but who aren’t doing anything about it. There are things you can do to get better as a person, employee, and to get better in your craft. ET makes the claim that becoming better will give you the opportunity to have, be, and do what you want to do in life. Time Stamped Topics: [02:00] - Ring The Alarm [12:04] - What The Heck Was ET Trying To Say ? [23:36] - It’s A Bigger Issue [33:00] - Learn To Follow Through [49:00] - Becoming An Executor [1:00:00] - Full Execution [1:12:35] - Nugget Of The Day [1:20:35] - Fair or Foul Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. Hello Fresh is giving our listeners $30 off your first week of deliveries just use the code “SUCCESS30” The Secrets To Success: “What are the things you have not done at this point that have not allowed you to be where you want to be ?” “What do I need to change to make myself better.” “The higher performer you are, the less crap you have to deal with.” “Everything you do should put you in a place to be something you aren’t.” See ET Live: June 24, 2018 Take Control St. Louis
July 14, 2018 Dreams 2 Legacy
September 1, 2018 Phenomenal Rally
February 25 - March 3, 2019 Phenomenal Life Jamaica
Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts.

Jun 7, 2018 • 1h 51min
Eps. 127 - Counterfeit Passion

May 31, 2018 • 1h 34min
Eps. 126 - Defense travels

May 24, 2018 • 1h 29min
Eps. 125 -Twerk It By Yourself
This week on the podcast the guys recap the Boston Take Control event. In the words of CJ, he could tell that someone’s head was about to get ripped off. ET talks about how he prepares for the Take Control workshops and what Taking Control actually means. It’s not just about creating a business, a brand, and becoming successful as an entrepreneur. Listen as ET and CJ talks intensively about the process of Taking Control and what it means to get your freedom. Time Stamped Topics: [06:00] - CJ Has An Insider [10:11] - Am I Tripping Or ? [15:00] - Boston Recap [25:05] - Get Your Freedom [39:50] - Twerk To Your Own Sound [52:00] - NBA Playoffs [1:01:00] - Ask ET [1:27:17] - Nugget Of The Day Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of their order just use the promo code “SUCCESS”. Their superfood green juice powder allows you to get your greens anytime anywhere while on the go. Hello Fresh is giving our listeners $30 off your first week of deliveries just use the code “SUCCESS30” The Secrets To Success: “It’s better to have the tools and not need them, than to need them and not have them.” “Take that thing you do and do it at a level of excellence.” ET Events: May 20, 2018 Take Control Boston
June 24, 2018 Take Control St. Louis
February 25 - March 3, 2019 Phenomenal Life Jamaica
Triple Double Academy Get connected with a network of over 3,500 people who listen to ET, and embodies the work ethic and spirit of ET. To learn more about Breathe University. Subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts.