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The Unforget Yourself ShowThe Unforget Yourself ShowYOUR SOUL WANTS YOU TO SUCCEED with Emily MoyerEmily Moyer is an Intuitive Business Coach who runs an online education & coaching business that teaches coaches and spiritually-inclined service providers the organic marketing & sales skills they need to build a multiple 6 figure online business. Spiritual and tactical, this'll be fun!Here’s where to find more:https://www.instagram.com/emilyelizamoyerhttps://www.emilyelizamoyer.com___________________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that yo...2024-04-1939 minHey Coach!Hey Coach!Win Again: Interview with Mark Moyer;S4E15Interview with Mark MoyerCombining my passion for sports and a desire to help others succeed, I founded the Win Again Academy, where current and former athletes can discover their identity beyond sports, develop the structure needed to succeed again, and receive the tips, strategies and actionable advice that allows them to WIN AGAIN and be elite in their next great career. Over the past 20 years as a business advisor and career coach, I have guided athletes and executives, holding them accountable during their transition.The Win Again Clubroom events, "Make Your Mark"...2023-10-2742 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP 69: 4 Team USA Softball Legends in the Win Again Clubroom - Winning the Gold on and off the DiamondFour USA Softball Olympic Medalists in one room! WOW!  Listen to these impressive athletes and hear their stories of rising to the top of their sport, their grit, determination and tenacity needed to achieve victory, and how they have leveraged their athletic excellence into business success!  The Win Again Clubroom is proud to present "4 Team USA Softball Legends in the Win Again Clubroom - Winning the Gold on and off the Diamond" with:  Leah Amico - 3X Gold Medalist – USA Softball | Public Speaker Cat Osterman - 3X Olympic Medalist - USA Softb...2023-04-141h 01HALO Talks: Elevating WellnessHALO Talks: Elevating WellnessEpisode #403: Unlocking Athletes Potential in the Business World with Mark Moyer Mark Moyer is (clearly!) our long lost, Brother from Another Mother! He is the Founder and CEO of the Win Again Academy and the author of Win Again: Turn Athletic Success Into Business Success. He shares our desire to help provide athletes with the resources and connections they need to transition to a life outside of sports when that time comes. His ecosystem will help current and former athletes discover their identity beyond sports, develop the structure needed to succeed again, and receive the tips, strategies and actionable advice that allows them to WIN AGAIN and be elite in t...2023-04-0427 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP68: Rowing Across the Atlantic with Robert Hamilton OwensWho's up for rowing across the Atlantic? Not me. Not a big fan of being in the middle of the ocean for 40 seconds, much less 40 days!   But one of my heroes, Robert Hamilton Owens, is joining 11 other brave souls and making the dangerous and exhausting journey to raise money for the Mark Crampton Memorial Trans-Atlantic Row.   Robert is taking on the challenge to row 3500 miles across the Atlantic to raise awareness of, and funding for, the prevention of veteran suicide, in honor of his friend, retired Navy SEAL Mark Crampton, who to...2023-01-2558 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP67: Concussions, TBI, & How to Heal - Curtis Anderson, Clint Malarchuk, and Christina Smith with Mark Moyer"Concussions, TBI, and How to Heal” - An important discussion surrounding the impact concussions and TBIs have on athletes, including challenges to their mental, physical and emotional health with a panel of athletes who have been fighting their own battles for years.    Curtis Anderson – (Brain Injury – Mental Health Advocate | Public Speaker) Christina N. Smith – (Canadian Olympic Bobsledder | Brain Injury Advocate | Author | Public Speaker) Clint Malarchuk – (NHL Alumni | Mental Health Advocate | Best Selling Author | Public Speaker)   Please dive into this conversation on their ongoing challenges with the symptoms surrounding t...2023-01-1052 minAthletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni JourneyAthletes to Entrepreneurs: The Alumni JourneyFrom College Sports to Author, Founder and CEO with Mark MoyerOn this episode of Alumni Direct's show "ATHLETES TO ENTREPRENEURS: The Alumni Journey," we chat with Mark Moyer, former college athlete, author, founder and CEO of the Win Again Academy. Mark on the difficulty of athlete transitions:  "I always thought that retired athletes are living the dream. Then I started speaking to them and I found that almost none of them are living the dream when they retire because suddenly they're losing not just their identity as an athlete, but they're losing the locker room, the camaraderie...their second f...2023-01-0530 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP66: Vance Johnson (NFL Vet) - The 12 Yards Between Rock Bottom and RecoveryHeartbreaking. Gut-wrenching. Shocking. "Vance Johnson came home from playing his first Super Bowl, sat in the dark of his bedroom suite, and tried to slit his wrists." WHAT? Vance Johnson - The 12 Yards Between Rock Bottom and Recovery - w Mark Moyer in the Clubroom Hosted by: Mark Moyer – Transition Coach & Business Connector for Athletes and Entrepreneurs | Founder - Win Again & Clubroom Event Series | Author Wait until you hear this incredible story, the alcohol and drug abuse, 8 divorces, 7 kids who wanted him dead, so much pain, unforgivable behavior, trauma an...2022-12-2849 minThe High School Basketball Referee with Mark FroelichThe High School Basketball Referee with Mark FroelichEpisode 54 - Keith Moyer - The High School Basketball Referee with Mark FroelichKeith Moyer, of Canfield, Ohio, is my guest on Episode 54 of "The High School Basketball Referee with Mark Froelich" podcast presented by PQ2 LLC. - Click here to become an "OFFICIAL" supporter of this podcast.  - Email: HSbasketballRefereePodcast@gmail.com  - Click to Like or Follow our Facebook page  - Click to Follow our Twitter page --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-froelich/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-froelich/support2022-12-0957 minWhy Do We Do That?Why Do We Do That?#028 - Psychosis with Dr. Mark RuffaloIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Ryan Moyer speaks with psychiatry instructor & psychotherapist, Dr. Mark Ruffalo, about psychotic disorders. They discussed the nature of psychotic disorders, changes in classification & treatment over time, how talk therapy can be used to reduce symptoms, and ways to address psychotic disorders in homeless populations. For more on Mark, visit his website or follow him on Twitter. Why Do We Do That? is a psychology podcast that deconstructs human behavior from the perspectives of social scientists, psychologists, and others that use applied psychology in their work. Web...2022-10-2356 minHealthy Mindset AppHealthy Mindset AppMark Moyer Life after sportsWelcome to The Mike Hartman Show where Mike talks to individuals about Stories, Mindset & Champions! Mike’s purpose and objective for this podcast is to help people through their pain points and struggles. The focus points will be centered around mindfulness, systems, habits, measurable goals, short term goals, long-term goals, vision goals, mindset, fitness, nutrition, mental toughness, little & details, playing to win and how to get ready to play so you can achieve your dreams and goals. Everyone has a story! All of the guests had major transformational adjustments in their life. They did not start out great. Here is...2022-06-0318 minMark Devlin podcast/ radio interviewsMark Devlin podcast/ radio interviewsHour 2 - Mark Devlin guests on Strange Mosaic with Emily Moyer, February 2022Here's the second hour to my chat with Emily Moyer, previously exclusive to Emily's subscribers, in which we get further into aspects of the electronic dance music scene and its role in social engineering and culture-creation. Specifically, we examine the pathetic, impotent silence - or worse yet, blind compliance - shown by the scene's public figures when it comes to the biggest psy-op ever perpetrated on humankind - proof if it were ever needed of these scene's utterly controlled true nature.2022-04-2044 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceSeeking and Rest: Where Rest is FoundIn episode 24, Mark and Jessica discuss what it looks like to seek rest and unpack where it can be found. Seek and you shall find, indeed!2022-02-2834 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceGod's Word at Work: Kingdom Pace Returns!"The fact that God loves me in spite of being sinful, I can totally relax and trust that when the battle is just raging all around me and I hear these sounds and what people say against me, God is my shield." Kingdom Pace returns with a look at Psalm 119. In episode 21 Mark and Jessica talk about the power of God's Word and how it can lead us to rest rather than worry. We would love to hear from you! Email us questions or thoughts to jessica@heartlandyfc.org.2022-02-0832 minWhy Do We Do That?Why Do We Do That?#014 - The Illusion of Psychic Ability with Mark EdwardIn this episode of the podcast, Dr. Ryan Moyer speaks with mentalist Mark Edward about the techniques he uses to create the illusion of psychic ability. We discussed how listening plays a role in producing a convincing reading, what methods psychics use to get inside information about you, whether or not all psychics are con artists, and how much of a role the victims play in being taken advantage of. For more on Mark, visit his website or download his audiobook, "Psychic Blues: Confessions of a Conflicted Medium" on iTunes or Audible. Why Do We...2021-08-2257 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP65: Theo Fleury and Eric Kussin - Your Mental Health Post COVID“The biggest epidemic of 2021 isn’t Covid. It is mental health, trauma and addiction”- Theo Fleury  I’ve had plenty of Make Your Mark podcast guests and Clubroom events that have focused on victory of bad over good, overcoming hurdles, challenges and struggles. Plenty of laughs too. But having both Theo Fleury and Eric Kussin in the Clubroom to talk about mental health issues as we continue our march through Covid was worth every second of this event. Each suffered through significant trauma, and as you listen to this podcast you will not only hear thei...2021-08-211h 20Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP64: Clint Malarchuk - NHL Goalie | Mental Health Advocate | Best Selling Author | Suicide SurvivorClint Malarchuk’s life can’t be summarized in a few words. But I’ll try. Very successful NHL career as a goalie. Great sense of humor. Strength, kindness, and a huge heart. Rancher. Tougher than nails. Mix in severe mental health illness, anxiety, crippling OCD, depression, alcoholism, rehab centers, and a suicide attempt.   “I’ve had a lot of surgeries, a lot of physical pain. I tell you what. The most painful thing in the world is mental illness. I’d rather have my jugular vein cut again. If God gave me the choice “Hey Clint, want...2021-08-0745 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP63: Brandi Chastain and Haley Rosen - from the pitch (field) to the pitch (boardroom)!What's more impressive than two accomplished women's soccer players? How about if they are both successful entrepreneurs scoring goals in the business world! "You have to be willing to accept the information, you have to be willing to work hard. You have to be motivated to go to practice with an open mind. You have to be willing to be criticized. Only you can do those things." - Brandi Chastain Another big time coup for #TheClubroom and the Make Your Mark podcast to have both Brandi Chastain AND Haley Rosen discuss their path from the pitc...2021-07-211h 02Tango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima PodcastTango Alpha Lima: SkillMil with Michael Hinkle and Serena MoyerTeam Tango visits with Michael Hinkle and Serena Moyer of SkillMil Precision Hiring. CV, Jeff and Ashley learn about how SkillMil uses decades of military experience and an automated approach to precisely match unique veteran and spouse skills set with employer. Their company actively supports military families and transitioning veterans. Michael is a Navy veteran and President of SkillMil and Serena is a Navy spouse who oversees veteran spouse outreach. The pair co-host SkillMil’s podcast, Diapers & Deployments Special Guests: Michael HInkle and Serena Moyer.Links:Watch video of this epis...2021-07-1347 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceBe Sure of This: God Always Has A Plan (Petition)In this episode, Mark challenges James and Jessica to describe the color red to someone who is blind. What is God trying to describe to you that you're unwilling to see... that you're blind to?  Download a free copy of the daily journal at KingdomPace.com 2021-06-0437 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceStaying On Mission Even Through the StormIn this episode we focus on Purpose and our discussion revolves around how using Jesus as a model for being intentional and focused can keep you living in the right pace. Jesus was never in conflict about his priorities, nor was He ever not on mission. What a glorious example to model! PURPOSE MATTHEW 6:34 | ROMANS 11:36 | MATTHEW 28:18-20 | JAMES 1:19-27 | 1 PETER 2:5-8 Jesus taught to focus on today because tomorrow has enough worry of its own. Your purpose is to love God with all of our heart, your mind, your soul and your strength...2021-05-1039 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceFreedom Through Forgiveness with guest, Paul Desmond"The route to freedom is found through forgiveness." Paul Desmond joins Mark, Jessica and James to share his story. He opens up about how spending his first hour with God every day helped him let go of some resentment in his personal and professional life. Download your daily guide and begin your own daily journaling at KingdomPace.com. PRAYER LUKE 11:2-13 | MATTHEW 6:9-14 | ROMANS 8:26-28 | 2 CHRONICALS 6:40 | MATTHEW 6:6 Jesus provided us a model for prayer. (Matthew 6:9-14). Prayer is our communion with God. With reverence we recognize...2021-04-2533 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceHumility Is Where You'll Find the Holiness of God"Pressure in life always reveals your posture." (Mark Moyer) In Episode 15, we explore the story of Mary and Martha's relationship and their posture when they met Jesus. Jessica, Mark and James discuss real life situations where our posture stops focusing on Jesus and how we can move back toward Him. POSTURE PHILIPPIANS 2:3-5 | PROVERBS 4:23-27 | PHILIPPIANS 2:7-8 | MATTHEW 10:38-39 | PROVERBS 3:5-8 | GALATIANS 5:22-26 1 JOHN 2:16 Your posture is your position before Jesus Christ, your Lord and Savior. Every day, you need to take into consideration the condition of your...2021-04-1248 minKingdom PaceKingdom PacePraise: Jars of claySurrender. Diminish. Give up control. So why do we struggle to do these things more? Where, when and how do you most deeply connect with God? Have you found absolute peace within Him?  In episode 14, Jessica, Mark and James bring these ideas and questions to the table.  If you have questions, suggestions or want to give us feedback, you can send James an email to 'coach@jamesmayhew.com'.  Get your free Kingdom Pace journal sheets at KingdomPace.com. PRAISE PSALM 63 | PSALM 148 | LUKE 19:40 W...2021-04-0329 minKingdom PaceKingdom PacePerseverance: Truth Leads to Freedom!On episode 12, Kreg Tjelmeland joins Jessica, Mark and James to share an incredible story of perseverance and how God brought him through one of the most challenging business decisions he's ever had to make! 2 PETER 1:3-6 | JAMES 1:3 | 2 PETER 1:12-13 | PSALM 1 | ROMANS 12:12 The entire Christian life is defined by overcoming and being victorious over the power and pressures of sin in this world. Today you will encounter a trial, tribulation or distraction of some kind. Some days are more intense than others. The trials, tribulations, and distractions from the world, because of your faith...2021-03-2843 minKingdom PaceKingdom PacePurpose: Living Like You Don't Know If There Is A Tomorrow"They left it all on the field" is a sports metaphor about what it means to give it your all. No excuses. No regrets. Just knowing you lived the day fully. In episode 11, Jessica, Mark and James discuss what it means to live each day fully. MATTHEW 6:34 | ROMANS 11:36 | MATTHEW 28:18-20 | JAMES 1:19-27 | 1 PETER 2:5-8 Jesus taught to focus on today because tomorrow has enough worry of its own. Your purpose is to love God with all of our heart, your mind, your soul and your strength, and love your neighbor as yourself.2021-03-2239 minKingdom PaceKingdom PacePrayer: Communing with GodIn the 10th episode, we’re talking about Prayer. In this episode Mark puts James and Jessica on the hot seat with some hard hitting questions about how prayer looks in their lives. Listen as we reveal vulnerabilities and share some laughs as we learn from each other about the discipline of prayer. Got a story to share or a question? Send James an email to coach@jamesmayhew.com. Jesus provided us a model for prayer. (Matthew 6:9-14). Prayer is our communion with God. With reverence we recognize and respect His au...2021-03-0652 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceThe Posture of RelianceIn round 2 of Posture, Mark, Jessica and James talk about vulnerability, what it means to suffer and how to decrease and how to rely more on God. Get your free guide at KingdomPace.com. Our posture is our position before Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.  Every day, we need to take into consideration how our heart is and the fullness of our soul. Are we aligned with Him? Our posture as we empty ourselves should be one that allows us to be filled with Him but it is imperative t...2021-02-2749 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PraiseWhat does it mean to praise God? Is it reserved for Sunday morning worship? Or, is it something that occurs any time, anywhere? How did Jesus praise God? Listen in to how Mark, Jessica and James share their experiences with Praise and how Jessica found a way to praise God during a time of personal crisis. The following is from the Kingdom Pace Guide that you can download for free at KingdomPace.com God is working when we see it and when we don’t see it. Consider the ways that he is working for yo...2021-02-1838 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PetitionWhat specific things are you seeking God's blessing or favor?  Jessica, Mark and James introduce the 6th "P" of Petition in this episode.2021-02-1640 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PerseveranceWhat if your fire burned for God all the time... where our perseverance destroys the impure things within us that we don't even know about, and reveal the pure gold that God's placed inside of us because of the hard things we've endured? Jessica, Mark and James introduce the 5th "P", Perseverance.2021-02-0333 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PurposeHere's the beautiful thing about God. Gifts are always coming, we just don't know when.  Jessica, Mark and James discuss the fourth "P" in the series, Purpose, in this episode of Kingdom Pace.2021-02-0245 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PrayerJessica, Mark and James are talking about the third "P":  Prayer in this episode of Kingdom Pace. 2021-01-1837 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PriorityHow in a busy, noisy, hurried world can we strive to put God first? Jessica, Mark and James introduce you to the 2nd "P" of the Kingdom Pace, Priority.  Make sure you download the free guide at KingdomPace.com so you, too, can go along the King Pace with us.2021-01-1738 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceKingdom Pace: PostureIn episode 2, Mark, Jessica and Jim introduce you to the attribute of Posture. Make sure you download the free guide at KingdomPace.com so you, too, can go along the King Pace with us. 2021-01-1635 minKingdom PaceKingdom PaceThe Kingdom PaceIn the first epiosde, you'll meet your Kingdom Pace guides, Mark, Jessica and Jim, who each bring a unique perspective to the 7 attributes of Kingdom Pace:  Posture Priority Prayer Purpose Perseverance Petition, and Praise.  Episode 1 introduces you to each as they touch on what Kingdom Pace means to them and a sample into the origin of it. Make sure you download the free guide at KingdomPace.com so you, too, can go along the King Pace with us.2021-01-151h 01ROC Nation Real TalkROC Nation Real TalkEpisode #5 Mark Moyer - YFCOur guest this week on ROC Nation Real Talk is Mark Moyer, Executive Director of Heartland Youth For Christ. Listen in as Mark talks about the mission of Youth For Christ, how he got started and, what YFC is up to in the community.  We'll also hear what God has been teaching Mark through this season and, hear an exciting update about the YFC program "City Life". 2020-07-2425 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP62: Joe De Sena - Spartan Founder, Mobster Neighbor, and not That Pool Guy!Obstacles are inevitable, whether you run a business, hold down a job, or simply just try to get through your day. Who would want to face them if we didn't need to? Well, I know a few people who can't wait! Spartan Founder and CEO Joe De Sena is one of them! My #MakeYourMark Podcast guest is the true definition of a badass! “Rather than wrapping the kids up in bubble wrap like most of us parents do, you wrap them up in barbed wire. You give kids obstacles and make it harder for them. Yo...2020-03-0452 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP61: Dale Moss - From the Gridiron to the Glossy Magazine Covers!A dramatic pivot from sport to a totally different career is what truly excites me about the potential of athlete transition, and today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Dale Moss, has become an impressive entrepreneur, and oh, did I mention, one of the first professional athletes to become a professional model? Hundreds try to sign with world-renowned Wilhelmina Models, and Dale has made the cut!   “The biggest thing I can say to any athlete who is 100 percent into their sport and doesn’t have or has not begun the process of building outside of that, i...2020-02-1934 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP60: Jesse Cole - Fans First! Running a Baseball Team in a Yellow Tuxedo!Dancing grandmas? Baseball players skydiving to their positions? Just a normal day at the office for one of the most exciting, interesting, and big-picture thinking owners in sports, and my guest on the Mark Your Mark podcast, Jesse Cole. Oh, did I mention the yellow tuxedo and top hat that he wears more often than not? “I found out only 200 fans were coming to the games, and the team had been there for seven years. I made ten phone calls out to the community. The first seven phone calls no one had even heard of the team, th...2020-01-2352 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP59: Jack Schram: Skating Downhill at 50 mph, and Healing PowerHurtling down a mountain on ice skates at 50 mph in 35 seconds! Pitching his sport for the next Winter Olympics! Starting his own all-natural CBD company. And Jack Schram, this week’s #Make Your Mark guest, gives me advice on staying fit while sitting behind my computer screen, no easy task!   “After awhile working at what I thought was my dream job originally on Wall Street, I decided I really couldn’t see myself doing this long term. I went back to what I would’ve liked to have done as a kid and I wanted to get ba...2019-12-1256 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP58: Lauren Brill - From Sports Reporter to the Revolutionary 'The Unsealed'The Quote Machine! One pearl of wisdom after the next, and my guest on today’s #Make Your Mark podcast, Lauren Brill, shows very clearly why she was such an impressive sports reporter, and why she is making such a positive impact with her new company, The Unsealed. It’s hard enough to put it out there that you have gone through a traumatic event, but she’s made it easier to make those small steps towards recovery by creating a forum and a community, and you will hear all about how she got it going and where she’s headin...2019-12-0550 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP57: Matt Stover - 19 Years, NFL Records, and Helping CharitiesNearly 20 Years strapping on an NFL helmet. Several NFL records. A right foot that accounted for over 2000 points in his career! But today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Matt Stover, is just getting started. He’s taken his deep interest in philanthropy and is channeling it into his company, helping charities raise money for great causes with fewer challenges. And he was ready for all of this even during his rookie year!   “Right at the very beginning I understood that I needed to start thinking about the fact that my career will come to an end...2019-11-0849 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP56: TJ Galiardi - Scoring Goals in the NHL and Going Beyond Food!One of the hardest things to do in sports is to shoot a puck into a net, while skating fast, wearing a bunch of equipment, all while being pursued by your opponent looking to hit you into the boards. Hockey players need to have extraordinary peripheral vision, and my guest on this #MakeYourMark podcast, TJ Galiardi, shows us how that vision has extended into his company that he co-founded once his NHL career ended.   “It’s really about walking before you run. But if you want to run, you need to have all the available piece...2019-10-2157 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP55: Zane Schweitzer: 15x World Champ - Big Waves and the Attitude for Gratitude!“My near death experience…” When you hear those words from today’s guest on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Zane Schweitzer, you’ll see how it renewed his sense of purpose, and as a 15X World Champion across several water sports, Zane has travelled the world many times over, happens to have a vibrant non-stop energetic personality, all packed into his 26 years! Zane has so many incredible stories, messages of hope, things you can do to save the environment, and how to ride 60 foot waves, all in one episode!   “Not many people look out at what’s in front of the...2019-10-101h 12Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP54: Phil Costa: Snapping to Tony Romo, life after sports, and a year in Madrid!When I heard that someone had written a book on advice for athletes transitioning out of their sport, I had to speak to him, after all, it’s what I do! And today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Phil Costa, does not disappoint! Between snapping footballs to Dallas Cowboys QBs including Tony Romo, struggling after retirement from the game, witnessing hundreds of heart procedures, and spending a year in Madrid, Phil certainly has so much he brings to the podcast!   “I was speaking with a former NY Giants player, and I said to him, ‘You’re ma...2019-09-1850 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP53: Kady Pooler - I am more than just a tennis player!“I am more than just a tennis player!” exclaims today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Kady Pooler. This is a common refrain from the majority of the athletes who I have met, coached and interviewed, and for non-athletes, it can be hard to understand. Kady lays out why it’s so critical for an athlete to expand their identity, to develop other areas of interest, as this will be crucial to an easier transition out of their game. Getting your head in the right position to succeed is the most important step in being able to run with the “how...2019-09-1055 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP52: Brendan Harris - Batting in front of Sammy Sosa, a Wharton MBA, and Next Big StepsImagine it’s your major league baseball debut, and you’re batting 2nd in front of Sammy Sosa. You’ve been told to swing hard in your first at bat, but you get quick-pitched, and you roll a grounder to second base. But your next time up, you hit a ringing double to right-center. Today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast, Brendan Harris, tells us how he was able to play several years in MLB in a variety of roles, and after earning his Executive MBA from Wharton, is ready to make big strides in his next career!  ...2019-08-211h 04Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP51: Chris Hale - Interceptions, Perseverance, and a Cheetah?Every elite athlete knows how hard it is to reach the pinnacle of their sport, the amount of training, effort, time and commitment necessary to get there. My guest on today’s #MakeYourMark podcast, Chris Hale, is a great example of how you can overcome tremendous odds to make it onto the big arena that is professional sports. What those of us who may watch the game from the stadiums or on TV don’t realize is what the athletes have to go through to be ready for those few moments on the field, and Chris shines a spotlight on t...2019-08-091h 05Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP50: Kevin Dineen - The Gulls are his new flock, NHL player, coach, & gold medal winner!The Big 5-0! And who better to be my 50th guest on the #MakeYourMark podcast than Kevin Dineen, NHL star player and head coach, Canadian women’s gold medal winning coach in 2014, and the list goes on and on. I was thrilled to hear from him a few weeks ago as he had seen a couple of my how-to interview videos via the NHLCA, used my tips and strategies, and has just accepted the head coaching job with the San Diego Gulls, the AHL affiliate of the Anaheim Ducks! But will he trade in his skates for a surfboard?...2019-07-261h 14Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP49: Major General Jeffrey Milhorn - Moving Mountains and Making WavesMy first reaction was - holy cow, I have a General on my #MakeYourMark podcast! Even better was getting to know today’s guest, Major General Jeffrey Milhorn, Commanding General of the US Army Corps of Engineers for the Northeast, Europe and Africa. The MG brings 29 years of military experience to bear as he oversees a critical group of military and civilians. He is an avid environmentalist, and yes, an impressive surfer!   Oftentimes when people join the military, it’s never about ‘me’ or ‘I’, it often is service. The word service itself is indicative of joining so...2019-07-1148 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP48: Grant Clintsome - Using his NHL Mindset to Help Athletes TransitionIf you are a current or retired athlete, this is the episode to listen to! The #MakeYourMark Podcast focuses on guests who are inspiring and are making an impact. My guest today @Grant Clitsome is using his NHL experiences to help build a program designed for athletes to transition out of their sport easier. Talk about finding my sweet spot! We could have gone on for hours on such a critical topic!   “I remember at the end of the camp, Hitch [Ken Hitchcock] pulls me into his office and he says, ‘Grant, you’re gonna be an N...2019-06-2658 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP47: Hakeem and Max Valles - NFL Brothers, Flipping Homes and Linemen!“That sound wasn’t an electric fly swatter. It was a gunshot!”  Wow! Most of my guests on my #MakeYourMark podcast have great stories, but when you hear of ex-NFLer @Hakeem Valles’ ordeal in Haiti, you’ll be drawn right in. Hakeem and special guest Max Valles jam so much entertainment and stories in less than an hour!   “It was amazing just getting that phone call, it really didn’t feel real! You watch it on TV, you watch everybody else get the call, those emotions just immediately hit you. That was definitely the best moment of my lif...2019-06-1952 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP46: Dan Hunt: Colgate’s Head Football Coach on Winning, Respect, Academics, and Seinfeld!It was a stroke of luck that Dan Hunt, head football coach of Colgate University, my alma mater, was happy to be meet with me for a live #MakeYourMark podcast recording on campus. As you will hear in this episode, he’s a successful coach, a great guy, and just about the best hire a storied team rich in tradition and history could hope for.   “As far as football goes, the biggest thing right now about the sport is that it’s a little bit under attack, and one of the messages that I would love pe...2019-06-0658 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP45: Jeff Idelson - Running the Baseball Hall of Fame, the state of the game, and HOF Class of '19!Play ball! Having a career in baseball for over 30 years just sounds like a great way to earn a living, and my guest today on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Jeff Idelson, has been the President of the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown NY for 11 years! Not only has he presided over an exciting time in baseball history, but he’s made his impact on America’s pastime, and he has great stories to tell! “I got the Yankees job in December of ‘88, and I go to a kick-off cocktail party before the team is going to spring t...2019-05-2943 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP44: JJ Birden - From Oregon (Long Jump) to Montana (Joe) - Jumping, Catching and Speaking!When you think of an NFL player, it's 6’5” and 240 lbs or more. Imagine being barely 5’10”, not even 160 lbs, and playing a 9-year career! My guest on today’s #MakeYourMark podcast, JJ Birden, discusses his unexpected rise into the NFL, lessons learned from Joe Montana, and his successful sales and speaking businesses. Throw in a house full of kids, and you have quite the episode! I was always thinking about life after football, I was always thinking about the transition, planning ahead. I graduated from Oregon, and I always thought the NFL was providing me an amazing opportunity, but also w...2019-05-231h 00Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP43: Russ Wilde - Front Office Sports - Must-See Media Company!I’ve been a big fan of Front Office Sports and its newsletter almost since its debut, as it delivers daily content covering the convergence of sports and technology, along with other sports-related articles and excerpts. I was happy to capture an hour for my #MakeYourMark podcast with Russ Wilde, the very busy COO of Front Office Sports, and schoolmate of founder Adam White. “Like any sport or activity, once there's enough eyeballs and sponsorship dollars, it just opens up the floodgates, and the only ceiling is how many people will watch this stuff, which seemingly continues to g...2019-05-1547 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP42: Otis "Hoop" Hooper - USAF Pilot / American Ninja Warrior / Ironman Triathlete - That’s all?Whenever I think I have a plate that is completely full, I have a guest like Otis “Hoop” Hooper on my #MakeYourMark podcast to remind me how accomplished some people can truly be! Hoop not only has served our country for almost 20 years as a pilot, but has some many other accomplishments under his belt, and wait until you hear about being on American Ninja Warrior! And that’s just the tip of the iceberg...   I had no desire to be a pilot, but what I did enjoy was leading and inspiring others, affecting change. So whil...2019-05-0855 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP41: Derrick Furlow - Helping Athletes Impact, Inspire and EmpowerThe “Get Out of Arkansas” Plan! Nothing against Arkansas, but my guest today on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Derrick Furlow Jr., made a commitment to overcome a severe injury in football, attend a top college program, and be able to provide for himself and his family for years to come. Hear about the obstacles he has overcome to become a leader in helping athletes transition out of their sport.   “Getting out of the operating room, I had this brace on my left leg, and when I touched it I asked, ‘Hey doc what’s this brace on my leg?’...2019-04-2458 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP40: Jesse Winchester - Rebounding from an NHL career-ending concussionOne hit and an awkward fall into the boards was all it took to end an NHL career. My guest today on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Jesse Winchester, had just signed a two year deal with the Colorado Avalanche, and was looking forward to a great season with his new teammates before a severe concussion in the pre-season took that all away. And I don’t think I’ve had a more grateful and appreciative guest! You’ll hear about his less traditional entry into the NHL, backyard rinks, and the year + recovery needed to rebound from his injury.  2019-04-171h 00Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP39: Darrah Brustein - Defining Your Own Success & Living on Your Own TermsRunning my business for nearly a decade now, I can certainly attest to its challenges. My guest today on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Darrah Brustein, makes it so much easier to navigate those entrepreneurial waters. Her attitude is so positive, energetic, infectious, engaging, and she’s hitting her stride big time. Oh, should I mention that one of her free guides has been downloaded over 1.2 million times! You really need to listen to our conversation - it’s chock full of knowledge!   “We all want to buy stuff, but we don’t want to feel sold to. If yo...2019-04-101h 09Make Your MarkMake Your MarkBrian Doyle - From the Rugby Pitch to Inventor and EntrepreneurTurning dirt to gold. That is what Brian Doyle, today’s guest on my #MakeYourMark podcast is doing. As a professional rugby player, Brian was keenly aware of the physical struggles it took to endure to be successful for so many years. But it was a serious injury years ago that created that light bulb moment that is quickly becoming the go to exercise equipment for core training and recovery.   “Tearing my ACL was my first introduction to a real injury, and there’s a whole mental aspect of that, but also the physical demands that yo...2019-04-031h 01Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP37: Santia Deck - USA Rugby Player, CEO, and Social Media InfluencerI was convinced that there must be 36 hours in a day for my guest on this week’s #MakeYourMark podcast, Santia Deck. How could anyone pack so much into 24 hours? Santia not only is trying out for the US National Rugby Team, but also plays flag football, runs her own fitness company, is a fitness model, appears on TV shows, and oh, right, has 300,000 followers on Instagram. “I play USA Rugby, a lot of my time is training, traveling for games. I am also a business owner. My business has taken off quite a bit this last 3 mont...2019-03-2740 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP36: Corey Jackson - One-Way Bus Ticket, the NFL, and Successful Business OwnerCan you imagine only having enough money to afford a one-way bus ticket, and going someplace you’ve never been, with no idea if you’ll be welcomed when you get there? Today’s Mark Your Mark podcast guest, Corey Jackson, not only was in that spot, but has turned what little he had at that point twenty years ago into playing in the NFL and running a successful business. And this is one journey you’ll want to listen to!   “When I was working at Walmart I was miserable because I was not living the life I...2019-03-1956 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP35: Ta’u Pupu’a - From the Gridiron to Julliard and the OperaReaching the pinnacle in your sport or profession is an amazing achievement, but to do it in two separate ones is truly remarkable! How many former NFL athletes do YOU know who also happen to be internationally acclaimed opera singers? Well, until today, likely none. Here’s your chance to hear the incredible story of my guest today, Ta’u Pupu’a, on the Make Your Mark podcast. You will hear about the challenges, hurdles, and ultimately, successes that Ta’u went through to be where he is today. “There are a lot of times when you’re on that s...2019-03-0658 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP34: Garrett Klugh - Taking The Olympian Mindset into The HuddleThere are so many pathways to becoming an Olympian that began in a different direction, and today’s guest, Garrett Klugh, certainly never set out to be at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. He had his sights set on collegiate volleyball before realizing that his path to athletic success was rowing a boat. I am always impressed with what someone does after they leave their sport, and Garrett has continued his athlete’s mindset into entrepreneurship with great success! “I’ve always been fascinated by people who start something from nothing, this whole idea of entrepreneurship, where it’s ‘I...2019-02-271h 09Make Your MarkMake Your MarkThe HBL is launching! With co-founder Ricky Volante and NBA star David West“The HBL is a college basketball league that has been developed to eliminate the inefficiencies that exist in the traditional system. We are striving to become the premier destination for college basketball talent across the globe.” (Ricky Volante) You will soon hear so much more about the new HBL, a league that will change the face of college basketball completely. I had the chance to speak with co-founder Ricky Volante and 15-year NBA veteran David West at length in the new #MakeYourMark podcast about the new league that they have started, and it is turning heads big time...2019-02-2058 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkMalcolm Lemmons - Using Lessons Learned in Basketball to Help Athletes Transition“The biggest thing is understanding who you are, understanding your identity outside of being an athlete, what are you other passions, what do you value, what kind of lifestyle do you want to live once you’re done playing, and really get your ‘brand’ in order.”   There are numerous athletes working on helping other athletes make that challenging transition from the game to their next career easier. The catch is that most of them focus on motivation and old school tips that mean well, but are not effective. My guest today, Malcolm Lemmons, uses his experiences...2019-02-1340 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP31: Brandon Steiner - From Humble Beginnings to a Sports Marketing Pioneer, and Living on Purpose“Create that game within the game, that underdog mindset, when you’re starting. Most people look at it as freedom, but I look at it as that you have to play that game within the game and push yourself. If you aren’t a self-starter and self-motivator, regardless of how good your idea is, it can be tough to win.” Having been an avid sports memorabilia collector since I was a kid, I have known of my guest today, Brandon Steiner, for 20+ years, and as head of Steiner Sports, he’s been a pioneer within the sports marketing...2019-02-071h 03Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP30: Kathryn Ducey - Digging Deep into Athlete’s Minds and Changing Their Course“Because I have such a deep interest in business, and have done so much in terms of hiring and building teams, I think very differently. I have all these myths I’m debunking, the myths that are causing a whole bunch of fear in these athletes.”   Helping athletes make the transition out of their sport and into their next career, whether starting a new business, or working for a company, is a core element of what I do. This is why it brings a big smile to my face to find a kindred spirit in today’s...2019-01-3056 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP29: Anthony Gair - Impressing Daymond John + College FootballNot too many people get the chance to present their ideas in front of Daymond John, but today’s guest, Anthony Gair, had that opportunity, and he nailed it.  When Anthony first reached out to me via LinkedIn, I was truly impressed by all he had accomplished at such a young age, and realized that his story should be a model for all student-athletes making the transition from their sport into their next career..   Anthony was one of the very few student athletes who was able to balance his academics, social life, and football playing in c...2019-01-2341 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP28: Dave Stevens - What Disability? Playing Football, Baseball and Broadcasting with Dave!For those born with a disability, the race of life can begin much farther back than the start line. But it’s how that race is run that truly separates people, and my guest today, Dave Stevens, is a clear winner in every sense. Dave has faced adversity every day of his life, and not only has he shown grace, humility, toughness and grit throughout, but has done so with a smile on his face. After all, how many of us can say we’ve accomplished what he has in the last year alone?      Dave was bor...2019-01-1656 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP27: Robert Hamilton Owens - 7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days, at Age 65!“I’ve always had encouragers in my life. Mainly it was coaches. And when I was a knucklehead, there were people that would keep me on track.  And then belief...belief that you can do what people don’t think you can do..”   I speak a lot of the virtues of just asking, regardless of what it is you are seeking. I asked Scott MacGregor if he would include me in his incredible anthology, “Standing O”, and he said yes, which led me to meeting today’s incredible podcast guest, Robert Hamilton Owens. Rob has been proving to...2019-01-091h 04Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP26: Michaela Alexis - Here’s Why She Has 130,000 LinkedIn Followers!“When I started to dig more into the research I found that the #3 topic in 2016 was self esteem- which was exciting because I felt like there was this hole in the market where everyone was consuming that type of content but nobody wanted to talk about the fear of failure, fear of rejection, being laid off, all of those things. I thought maybe this is something I can talk about and share my experiences.”   Wow, what a great way to start Season 2! I could have gone on for hours with my guest this week, Michaela Alexi...2019-01-031h 18Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP25: Sneak Preview of Michaela Alexis, Season 1 in Review and Theo Fleury RevisitedIt’s been an amazing experience interviewing 24 fascinating and compelling people over the past four months, hearing stories of courage, giving, athleticism, and humor all mixed together.  Speaking with them has allowed me to grow in so many different ways, and we have managed to provide you, the listener, with so much advice, insight, tips and strategies that will allow you to succeed in your life, career and business!   Thanks to everyone who participated, including my podcast guru and overseer of the behind the scenes stuff, Bryant Urich. He truly is a podcast expert, and you...2018-12-261h 14Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP24: Joe Jacobi - Leadership Lessons from a Gold Medal Winner!“It’s all about the start line. It does you no good to be thinking of what may happen at the finish line. That is just energy that is taking away from what you could use in your moment in which you have the opportunity to be good. Start lines are these magical moments in the space of being present, aware, humble, and being grounded and overall grateful.”   Speaking with Olympians as part of my Make Your Mark podcast is always an honor, as they exemplify sportsmanship and the competitive spirit. It can be hard to imag...2018-12-1959 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP23: Cory Procter - NFL-er with Essential Advice for Athletes!“You just keep busting your butt and showing up, and good things are going to happen. I had this insane work ethic and the ability to work past everyone else. It raised everyone else's game, and if they couldn’t do it they just fell off.” There are thousands of retired professional athletes, many who struggle with the transition into their next careers. A big part of my Make Your Mark podcast is to shine a spotlight on those who are making a positive impact after they leave their sport, and today’s guest, Cory Procter, is a superb...2018-12-121h 00Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP22: Chris Jackson - US Army Veteran, Law Enforcement, and Transition Expert“I want to help people get to know what they really want to do in life. I struggled with it, and most veterans have a lot of issues transitioning. Whether it’s one person a day or one person a month, I just want to be able to help people.”   As a civilian, it can be truly difficult to understand what our nation’s veterans and first responders have in their DNA that compels them to run towards danger to help, that makes them want to give everything they can for the common good. I had the h...2018-12-0546 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP21: Anja Bolbjerg - Olympian and Coach / Trainer for Athletes and Professionals“As athletes in general we are not very good at asking for help. We’ve had a coach who has always stepped in to see when we needed help if we had an injury etc… but other than that it’s not in our nature. We fight, and even if we keep banging our head on the same wall or knocking on the same door, at the core we know to fight, go for it and push. Asking for help is not one of our strengths.”   Yes, there are lots of Olympians out there, those who have co...2018-11-2852 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP20: Chris Christian - It All Started with Elvis Presley“I’ve had a thousand songs recorded, The Carpenters, you name it, and there’s only one person in my whole career who ever asked me how I felt about what they did with my song, and it was Elvis Presley.”   He recorded a song for Elvis Presley. Yes, that Elvis. The King. At just the age of 21 to boot. But my guest today, Chris Christian, didn’t stop there. 2000 songs, 100 albums, discovering Amy Grant, and a Wikipedia page chock full of accomplishments has led Chris to release a collection of his experiences titled “A Grandmother’s...2018-11-2150 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP19: Corey Mays - From NFL Athlete to Angel Investor - Always Be Prepared!“Every day you have the mentality of one foot in, one foot out, at least that was my mentality. I always thought of keeping myself on the edge, because you have to be ready to go. The transition (as an athlete)  is hard regardless, but if you are not even thinking about it, you’re really putting yourself in a bad position.”   I’m easily impressed with athlete’s accomplishments on the field of play, but not so much once they leave the game, as many tend to wait too long to get their post-career steps going...2018-11-1448 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP18: Eric Kussin - We’re ALL a Little Crazy, Aren’t We?“There is no such thing as normal. We all go through sh*t, and we all face different challenges, so We’re all a little bit crazy!”   There’s nothing that stops us in our tracks than a sudden illness or injury, but sometimes going through a steady decline without knowing it can be even worse. In today’s episode with Eric Kussin, we cover the very serious and increasingly relevant topic of mental health, and how the stigma attached needs to be lifted and tossed aside. Eric is doing wonders in this space, and I’m thrille...2018-11-0745 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP17: Gus Frerotte - 15-year NFL QB changing the future of Brain Health“I just want to be remembered for being a great human being, we all have different walks we go on, but if I can just be a good person and help others on their journey that’s worth it in the end”   It’s one thing to make your mark on the field of play, but when you can transition into a venture that can help millions of people globally, now you’ve got my interest. Today’s guest, Gus Frerotte, happened to have a 15 year NFL career as a quarterback, and has a long list of accom...2018-10-3156 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP16: Grace Luczak - Rowing to a World Record and the Olympics“When you have this big moment of failure - when you don’t accomplish what you were going after, you have to take time to re-evaluate your strategy for the next time!” I am so impressed with Olympians, and it doesn’t matter if they medal or not. The amount of time and dedication needed to compete once every four years, often for just a few seconds, is an extraordinary example of perseverance, determination and grit. My guest on the Make Your Mark podcast today, Grace Luczak, is a prime example of a high achiever who adopted a new sp...2018-10-2455 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP15: Rudy Reyes - From Starbucks to Successful Sports Podcaster  “For me it was about the entertainment value; but with that comes the responsibility to tell it honestly, truthfully, and with energy. And when you can do all of those things, it’s something that people want to listen to.” Having the guts to make a complete transition isn’t easy, and Rudy Reyes, host of The Rudedog Show radio show, can tell you all about it, and much more. And I really mean much more, as Rudy has recorded several hundred episodes, interviewing a wide array of sports and entertainment celebrities, including Jerome Bettis, Nadia Com...2018-10-1748 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP14: Lauren Walsh - From Collegiate Mentor to Professional Sports Brand Manager“Athletes are figuring out how to leverage who they are, where they came from, what they’re known for, and then how to make money off of that for the rest of their lives.”   Professional athletes are faced with countless decisions, both on and off the field, and many struggle with the weight of making the right choices. My guest today, Lauren Walsh, is making a name for herself in a male-dominated industry, adding her secret sauce to directly help athletes with much of what happens off the field, especially regarding their branding, social impact, and how...2018-10-1043 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP13: Chelsea Mandello - Chelsea Mandello - From Navy Veteran to Vetrepreneur“You really have to develop stamina. There will be times where you are constantly exhausted and you have to learn to keep going and push those boundaries (just like a muscle) because it really will make you better with any business you have.”   Our nation’s veterans have sacrificed so much for us, and a growing number are becoming entrepreneurs, looking to continue the spirit of giving once they leave the service. Today’s guest on the #MakeYourMark podcast, Chelsea Mandello, is a shining example of this, as she has taken an idea borne deep inside a...2018-10-0354 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP12: Michael O’Brien - Triumph Over Trauma“I knew my life was in the balance… I promised myself if I lived, life would be different and I would stop chasing happiness.” We will all likely face a life-altering moment when it is least expected. Michael O’Brien was cycling when his happened, and what followed became the cornerstone of his life’s mission today. Michael was nearly killed over 17 years ago, and what he has done since then to turn things around, and become the positive influence he is now is the basis for my episode today. That and a six pack of PBRs! “The...2018-09-2658 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP11: JR Tolver - From Wide Receiver to Business Strategist“Great business is team driven, it’s about getting the right people around you, just like with football.” Everyone is drawn to stories of success and perseverance by athletes on the field, but I appreciate them even more if they continue that success off the field once an athlete has left his or her game. My guest today is J.R. Tolver, former NFL wide receiver and entrepreneur, who prepared himself for his life after football while he was still playing, and is a fantastic role model for athletes and non-athletes. “I think the thing that pre...2018-09-1948 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP10: Cody Royle - Taking People Innovation from the Locker Room into the Boardroom“As a leader, your job is to make yourself redundant. So if your team is doing really well, they should be self-sufficient. And once they’ve gotten themselves to a place where they are self-sufficient, they don’t need you anymore.” What impresses me the most about Cody Royle, my guest on today’s podcast, is how clearly he sees through all the BS in the corporate world, and is able to pinpoint what truly drives great leaders, what makes them compete and win, and how they continue to produce a winning team, whether it be on the field...2018-09-1257 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP9: Ted Studdard - From the Battlefield to the Boardroom“Leadership 101: You trust people, you empower people. They’ll make mistakes, but as long as it’s not illegal, immoral, or unethical you stand by them. And you take the opportunity and you teach them.“ When you want to learn anything about leadership, you need to find someone who walks the walk behind all the talk, and today’s guest, Colonel Ted Studdard, United States Marine Corps (Ret) is a prime example of that walk! Ted served our nation for 25 years as a Marine, rising through the ranks, including a stint in the Joint Chiefs of Staff, combat tou...2018-09-051h 00Make Your MarkMake Your MarkEP8: Amobi Okugo - From Soccer Star to Financial Guru“Focus on what you’re making, and how you can prolong what you’re making to last a lifetime.” We all work very hard to get to where we are financially, some of us more than others, but we really strike it big if we are smart with what we do with that money. Today’s guest, Amobi Okugo, helps athletes navigate the often tumultuous world that they’ve been thrown into, calming the waters and providing a fundamental set of guidelines for financial literacy. Amobi not only has a great personality, but is a superb role model for al...2018-08-2953 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP7: Garrick Jones - The New Visionary of Professional Football“You’re no longer a number when you’re dealing with the SDFL... We want everyone to be able to take care of their families with the product that is on the field.” Today’s episode gives me greater hope for the future of our nation’s professional athletes. My guest, Garrick Jones, tells us how his professional football league, the SDFL, is poised to not only become a blueprint for how leagues and teams should treat their players, but potentially transform professional sports across the board. “All of the downfalls guys have been through, we’ve been thr...2018-08-2237 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP6: Kim Cayce - From Professional Golf to Verbatim Press“When people jump into something they love doing, it’s infectious.. and people want to be a part of that.” Today’s guest has been successful at every step, and I have no reason to believe it won’t continue for years to come. Kim Cayce was a professional golfer, pitched her design in front of Shark Tank in Season 1, and has founded, and been an integral part of, four successful companies. She is currently launching her fifth. “You have to know if you have an idea, or a business. Start out knowing your goals and objectiv...2018-08-1546 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP5: Ruben Gonzalez - From Benchwarmer to Four-Time Olympic Athlete“You’ve got to be willing to fight for your dream. And it’s not gonna be easy. It’s always going to be hard. It’s not about the dream, it’s about the person you become through the fighting. ” Today’s guest will make anyone who feels their dreams are out of reach think twice. Ruben Gonzalez is a four-time Olympian, a highly sought after professional keynote speaker and a bestselling author. Ruben sat on the bench on his college soccer team, but decided at the age of 21 to compete in the Olympics. He went on to become the...2018-08-0848 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP4: Marques Ogden - From NFL Player to Failed Business Owner to Nationally Recognized Speaker“The NFL was a saving grace for me. They bailed me out when they didn’t have to.”   Today’s guest, Marques Ogden, is truly larger than life! But getting lighter, and you’ll have to hear how in this conversation I had with this 5 year NFL veteran who is currently a leadership and motivational speaker throughout the US.   “I ended up working for $8.25 on the graveyard shift with a janitorial staff. That is when I decided that something had to change… this was my life-changing moment.”   I met Marques at hi...2018-08-0159 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP3: Randy Kessler - Prominent Family Law Attorney Creates App That Makes Dreams Come True For Sports Fans“They don’t want me to be the lawyer, they want me to tell them, “You’re going to be ok.” Here’s the issue… once you start breaking it down and making it simple, people feel better. Everything can be simplified.”   Today’s guest, Randy Kessler, has quite an impressive resume. He founded, and runs, a successful family law practice in Atlanta, that has been in operation for nearly 30 years. He has been interviewed on television and elsewhere in the media for his expertise on a wide array of topics.   “Do what you’re good at...2018-08-0144 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP2: Marnie Schneider - Getting Kids Off the Street and Onto the Baseball Diamond“Ask yourself, ‘What do I need to do to get things done?’ And then, just do it.”   When I first spoke with Marnie Schneider, I was impressed and amazed with her infectious energy and charisma, especially as it related to her Keep On Playing Foundation. We were both involved in the Standing O book project, and I found that I shared her strong interest in helping underprivileged kids get involved in playing baseball, and giving them a sense of pride while keeping them in a positive environment.   “The only way to be a leader...2018-08-0158 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkEP1: Theo Fleury - How an NHL All Star Overcame Abuse and Addiction to Become One of the World’s Leading Authorities“It’s not always what you leave on the playing field that will be your legacy, it’s what you do to improve the quality of people’s lives.”   Today's guest has had an incredible story of success followed by a precipitous fall and subsequent reinvention into one of the world's foremost experts on trauma, mental health and addiction.   Theo Fleury was a seven time NHL All Star, scoring nearly 1100 points in his career, and winning an Olympic gold medal. However, throughout his career, he carried a dark secret that led to occasiona...2018-08-0151 minMake Your MarkMake Your MarkIntroduction: Make Your Mark with Mark Moyer“After I graduated college, I did what a lot of people do, I really struggled to figure out my identity, what was I going to do next?”   On this episode, host Mark Moyer, shares the history of his journey into the coaching business. Over the past 20 years as a business advisor and career coach, Mark has been guiding clients to reach their fullest potential.  He recently released the WIN AGAIN playbook, an excellent resource for anyone looking to excel in their field of interest.   “I’ve been coaching professionals, executives, and athletes in...2018-07-2806 min