Today's guest is Emmanuel Acho. He grew up in Dallas with his three siblings, the son of Nigerian immigrant parents. In 2012 he was drafted into the NFL by the Cleveland Browns, and later played with the Philadelphia Eagles, while earning a master’s degree in sports psychology at the University of Texas in the off-seasons. In 2016 he left the NFL for ESPN, w ... Show More
Jan 30
Why I Cried Myself to Sleep Running a Billion-Dollar Brand
Kendra Scott reveals the shocking truth about 2020: while the world saw a billion-dollar brand thriving, she was sobbing herself to sleep every night, feeling like a complete fraud.From dropping out of college to build a hat company that failed, to becoming a single mom starting ... Show More
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Dec 2022
The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho | ReThinking with Adam Grant
For someone who doesn't believe in goal-setting, Emmanuel Acho is highly accomplished. He's a former NFL linebacker, an Emmy-winning TV sports analyst, and the New York Times bestselling author of "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man" – and hosts a video series and podca ... Show More
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#577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life
David Goggins is a retired United States Navy SEAL, ultramarathon runner, triathlete, public speaker and an author.
The ability to overcome challenges in life is one we will all need sooner or later. Make no mistake, discomfort is coming for you whether you're ready or not. Gogg ... Show More
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TMHS 309: How To Deal With Failure, Cultivating Work Ethic, & Why It’s Time To Man Up - With Guest Bedros Keuilian
The greatest obstacle you’ll ever meet is not some arbitrary external factor. More often than not, we are held back by thoughts and beliefs that are within us. We all live with self-sabotaging tendencies, limiting beliefs, and the affinity to play small rather than embracing the ... Show More
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Why you should stop setting goals (yes, really) | Emmanuel Acho
In athletics, in business, in life, everyone sets goals. But that's not the way to excel, according to former NFL player Emmanuel Acho, now an author and TV sports analyst. Here's what he says to do instead.Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.t ... Show More
11m 53s
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Navy SEAL David Goggins Is The Toughest Athlete On Earth — Thoughts On Mindset, The 40% Rule & Why Purpose Always Trumps Motivation
“When you think you're done, you're only at 40% of your total potential.”David Goggins
This week's guest is incontrovertibly the most inspirational person I have ever met — a man that will catapult you into 2017 with the inspiration and tools to chase huge dreams, shatter limits, ... Show More
1h 48m