Sports Motivation Podcast

Niyi Sobo
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Oct 13, 2017 • 25min

How to handle problems and challenges like a boss

Do you still look at problems and challenges like they are a bad thing? Do you complain about them? Do you wish they weren't there? Do you look for people to feel sorry for you? If you do, this episode will be a wake up call. You can't afford to look at problems the same way everyone else does. In this episode, I show you how to approach them differently; like a boss. Like a champion. Like someone who is actually going to succeed. Time Stamps: (2:10) How to deal with problems and challenges (4:20) You haven’t reached your potential yet… (6:16) What most people do, Pt. 1: They complain (6:52) What most people do, Pt. 2: Run away from the pain (7:33) What most people do, Pt. 3: Problems “aren’t that bad…” (7:58) What most people do, Pt. 4: They make the problem “justified” (8:50) What most people do, Pt. 5: Blame-game. (9:09) What most people do, Pt. 6: Braggadocios people. (9:41) Do NOT fall into any of these six categories. (11:30) Problems are SIGNALS. | Ray Dalio’s “Principles” (11:53) Challenges force you to step your game up. (14:16) “Situation” > “Problem” | Tim Grover’s, “Relentless” (14:35) Make it look easy! (15:30) How to approach problems in a new way (15:40) Solutions, Pt. 1: Recognize the problem, and get PISSED about it. (16:29) Solutions, Pt. 2: CALM yourself down. (16:48) Solutions, Pt. 3: ANALYZE and SELL yourself on solving the problem. (17:46) Solutions, Pt. 4: Look ahead (18:00) Solutions, Pt. 4: Identify the underlying, root cause of your problem. (19:06) Solutions, Pt. 5: Create a PLAN. (21:57) What problems need solving today?   RESOURCES: Check out today's blog post here: Imnotyou.com/199 Click the link to Get Ya Mind Right! ---> Imnotyou.com/GYMR Thanks for listening to another Sports Motivation Podcast!
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Oct 11, 2017 • 8min

Books + Bars: Pete Carroll, "Win Forever"

One of the best coaches in the NFL wrote a book outlining his philosophy, so I feel it's a no-brainer to read it and mine for gold. In this episode, I break down what I learned from Pete Carroll about the power of communication, and why it's critical to get right as a leader... and why it's deadly if you don't. 
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Oct 10, 2017 • 39min

27 books every athlete must read (book review)

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Oct 6, 2017 • 15min

Exclusive: Wealth & Impact, Part 2

In today's episode, you get an exclusive inside look into a private coaching group I created called wealth and impact. It is a group comprised of young entrepreneurs and athletes, and I am showing them the fundamentals of building wealth and impact through their businesses and brands. I break down the fundamentals of sales and influence, and much more. Enjoy.   Interested in hiring me as your personal coach? Visit Imnotyou.com/killerinstinct to find if you’re the right fit.
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Oct 4, 2017 • 7min

Books + Bars: Sheek Louch, “Get Money”

Sheek Louch (from The Lox) acquires that “go-getter” mentality in his track “Get Money” with Jadakiss. He’s willing to do whatever it takes to get what it is he wants, even if it takes a month. Don’t have what you want? Make the required sacrifices. Don’t rest until you reach the top!
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Oct 3, 2017 • 32min

Exclusive: Wealth & Impact

Tune into today’s episode for an EXCLUSIVE meeting with one of my #KillerInstinct groups. Are you bringing the right value to the marketplace? Or as a matter of fact—the world? Perhaps your marketing methods aren’t working and you can’t find a solution… Know that prospective clients will not part ways with their money, without the return of some sort of pleasure. Think about it.   Is this program for you? Visit Imnotyou.com/killerinstinct to fill out a survey and schedule a call with me to find out.
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Sep 29, 2017 • 15min

The Power of Outcome Thinking

G.P.S. stands for goal, purpose, strategy; and in THAT order. I’ve noticed that most entrepreneurs and athletes that I work with, jump straight into the strategy—without properly setting the GOAL/OUTCOME first. This is critical man… so critical, that I’d like to feature a personal story I’ve shared with my clients in one of our group meeting calls. This is what happens when you underestimate the power of Outcome Thinking!   Think this program is for you? Visit Imnotyou.com/killerinstinct and fill out the survey to find out.
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Sep 27, 2017 • 8min

Books + Bars: Jim Collins, “Great by Choice”

Jim Collins’ book, “Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck--Why Some Thrive Despite Them All” gives us an inside look at how the most successful companies thrive under pressure. Tune in for three core values and traits that these 10x-ers carry: Fanatic discipline, empirical creativity, productive paranoia. Check out Jim Collins', "Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck--Why Some Thrive Despite Them All" on Amazon
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Sep 26, 2017 • 31min

Mindset Reality Check Series, Part 3: Through the Fire

On the other side of pain, there’s pleasure. All you gotta do is go through the fire! You’ve heard that the “grass is greener on the other side of the fence”, right? Why not find out for yourself? Humans are naturally accustomed to seek comfort and avoid painful experiences. Make the shift, and train your mind to push past your normal limits. Grab a trustworthy friend and talk your obstacles through. Then, overcome. Episode 194 Time Stamps: (1:21) Workout “revelations” (3:34) Brief recap of Parts 1 and 2 (5:22) What to expect in today’s Part 3 episode… (5:53) Charlie Munger’s “Poor Charlie’s Almanac” | David Buss', “Evolutionary Psychology” (6:46) As humans… we run away from pain. Our brains and bodies have not kept up with the rapidly evolving technology advancements. (7:00) Life story: I thought my marriage was over… (11:39) Lesson learned: Honestly… I was avoiding the “reality” (13:33) On the other side of pain, there’s pleasure. (13:48) Another life story: Did I bite off more than I can chew? (14:28) Another lesson learned: Lock yourself in your office and settle it. (16:30) Parenting is one of the toughest things to do (in my opinion) (19:40) Learn to deal with internal and external conflict. (20:12) #1: Don't hold in your faulty beliefs. (21:02) #2: Know your outcomes. (21:16) #3: Know your chokeholds. (21:31) #4: Talk your obstacles through, with someone you trust. (21:50) #5: Get it all out. (22:04) #6: Never let any belief go unchallenged. (25:48) What’s your game-plan?   RESOURCES: Is the Killer Instinct program for you? Imnotyou.com/KillerInstinct Check out today's blog post here: Imnotyou.com/194 Click the link to Get Ya Mind Right! ---> Imnotyou.com/GYMR Thanks for listening to another Sports Motivation Podcast!
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Sep 22, 2017 • 33min

Mindset Reality Check Series, Part 2: Pay The Cost

A wise man once said, that you can have anything—but you can’t have everything. You’ll have to sacrifice some of the things you love the most, in order to get to your most desired result(s). Understand that there’s a price to pay, and as much as it may hurt you, it’s for the better. Make sure you’re up to date with tuesday’s part one episode before tuning in. Welcome back, to another mindset reality check! Time Stamps: (1:20) Did you listen to Part 1? (2:28) Pay the cost to be the boss. (4:00) My “floater” phase as a firefighter (6:30) I’m a father and a husband, too. (7:06) Here’s why I quit as a firefighter. (9:51) You can accomplish what you say you want. (10:36) CHECK IT: You’re gonna have to give SOMETHING up… (15:21) You must become SUPER clear about what you want. (17:08) Step 1 of 8: Pay the CO$T. (17:35) Step 2 of 8: Settle the pleasure-pain conflict. (19:27) Step 3 of 8: Anticipate all obstacles and challenges. (22:27) Step 4 of 8: Champion’s attitude. (23:38) Step 5 of 8: Never complain. (24:47) Step 6 of 8: Mitigate all weaknesses. (25:48) Step 7 of 8: Be weary of easy gains; always know the process. (27:04) Step 8 of 8: Know the PRICE, and do NOT steal. (28:50) What a result that you want? What will you have to sacrifice?   RESOURCES: Is the Killer Instinct program for you? Imnotyou.com/KillerInstinct Check out today's blog post here: Imnotyou.com/193 Click the link to Get Ya Mind Right! ---> Imnotyou.com/GYMR Thanks for listening to another Sports Motivation Podcast!

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