Sports Motivation Podcast
1,091 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 660 ratingsTake control of your sports career and start DOMINATING your competition. The "I'm Not You" Sports Domination Podcast is hosted by Former All American and NFL Running Back Olaniyi Sobomehin ( Niyi Sobo ) , and he walks you through the specific strategies, habits, and most important MINDSET that you need to take your game to the NEXT level. You'll learn how to master your emotions, how to set goals and crush them, and the mindset of the worlds best athletes so you can get the results you want. This show will feature interviews with NFL, NBA, MLB and Professional Soccer players so you can leverage their experience to reach your sports goals!
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Reality Check: My Advice to Obsessed College Athletes
March 06, 2018 12:29 - 29 minutes - 41.5 MBThere are certain obstacles and roadblocks that college athletes face that are unique to them, that they must be able to face and overcome them. In this episode, I break down my advice to the college athletes who want to go pro but don't have what they need to do that. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast and the Reality Check Series! (2:14) To the College Athlete (3:03) The previous episode was for the young, hungry athlete, www.imnotyou.com/yaa ...
Reality Check: My Advice to Young Ambitious Athletes
March 02, 2018 12:13 - 34 minutes - 48.4 MBThis is my advice to the young teenage athlete who is overly ambitious, obsessed and willing to do whatever it takes to be great. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:21) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:00) Listen to the Leadership Series if you haven’t (3:12) My history leading up to now (5:45) Today is for the young ambitious athlete (7:48) Reality: You are delusional to how all in you have to be (8:26) Reality: Pleasing your friends, family, and coaches ...
Books and Bars: 33 Strategies of War
February 28, 2018 11:00 - 5 minutes - 8.54 MBBest selling author Robert Greene, in his book 33 strategies of war, breaks down why having a sense of urgency is a major key to success. I give you my take in this episode, give it a listen.
How to Make More Money
February 27, 2018 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBNot having enough money, struggling financially, and inability to deal with financial pressure is what's holding a lot of athletes and entrepreneurs back from moving aggressively and actually creating the wealth they want. I was no different. Let me show you what I have learned about the art and science of creating wealth for yourself. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:31) My history with money (4:47) My practical approach to money (5:13) #1:...
Fearless Leader Part 4: The Power of Clarity
February 23, 2018 11:34 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBYour job as a leader is to establish a feeling of control, and give that feeling to others. To empower. In order to do that, you must have clarity. In this episode, I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (4:16) Clarity (6:07) #1: Having clarity on what your GOALS are (6:54) #2: Have clarity on WHY you are doing what you’re doing (7:37) #3: Have clarity on your STRATEGY (8:32) #4: Have clarity on your OBSTACLES (9:10) #5: ...
Books and Bars: Young MA I Get the Bag
February 21, 2018 11:00 - 7 minutes - 10.5 MBHow big is your circle? Young MA breaks down why your circle needs to be tight. Take a listen.
Fearless Leader Part 3: Create More Pressure
February 20, 2018 11:00 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBLeaders don't run from pressure, they create more of it. If you have the habit of complaining about "difficulties" you may not be cut out for this life. It's not too late though, in this episode I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:08) Please go listen to Parts 1 and 2 if you haven’t (2:32) Shoutout to Brianna (5:52) Pressure (9:23) The practical lesson from history on Pain (9:37) Robert Greene, “33 Strategies of War” pg....
Fearless Leader Part 2: Be Afraid of No One
February 16, 2018 11:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBIn part 2 of the fearless leader series, I get more raw and real. Some of you are so afraid of conflict that you won't have a convo with your wife, won't talk to a friend, and won't ask for what you want. If that's you, listen to this episode and I'll show you how to break free from that. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:30) Continuing the Fearless Leadership Series (2:38) Shoutout to Tahlia, Theresa, and Cynthia for your emails (3:07) Ta...
Books and Bars: Dean Smith and the Carolina Way
February 14, 2018 11:00 - 4 minutes - 6.7 MBThe legend Dean Smith breaks down how he gets his players to be supremely confident on gameday. It's simple, yet profound.
Fearless Leader Part 1: Take Full Responsibility
February 13, 2018 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBA lot of people calling themselves leaders, and I scratch my head...Because they don't understand the basic fundamentals of what it really means to LEAD. This is part 1 of the Fearless Leader series, where I will be pointing out to you, in real words, exactly what I have found to be the keys to leadership, and the pitfalls to avoid. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:45) The Leadership series (3:23) What is a leader? (4:40) If you don’t ta...
3 myths you hear from social media and the real truth behind them
February 09, 2018 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBThere's a lot of "truth" you hear on social media that is entirely misunderstood and can get you into a lot of trouble. Mainly, frustrated results and ineffective action. So you need to know the reality, the truth. In this episode, I show you the myths you hear, why they are preventing you from growing at the rate you want and what the truth is instead. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:25) You are on social media right? (2:00) Flashback st...
Books and Bars: Obsessed by Grant Cardone
February 07, 2018 11:29 - 6 minutes - 9.63 MBThe idea of balance is a myth and an illusion, and guys like Grant Cardone get it. The question is, what lie have you been telling yourself that has prevented you from aiming for greatness in EVERY category of your life? Listen to this episode where I break down Cardone's philosophy and why it makes so much sense.
How to deal with Trauma, Failures, and Abuse
February 06, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBEveryone has been through trauma and experiences that have caused real pain. Some have dealt with extreme pain and been through situations that most can never relate to. How do you get through that? How do you come out stronger from these situations, instead of running from them your entire life? In this episode, I break down how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (2:37) We’ve all been through tough times (6:29) Step 1- Identify significant emo...
7 Books That Will Make You Fearless: The Fearless Reading Curriculum
February 02, 2018 16:37 - 43 minutes - 60 MBI break down the 7 books that I keep by my bedside, that I read every NIGHT THAT SHOW ME AND REMIND ME HOW TO BE FEARLESS. YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS, AS I GIVE YOU EXCERPTS FROM EACH OF THE BOOKS. Time Stamps: (1:23) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:29) I know what I must do and I get myself to do it (3:03) What fearlessness looks like to me in real life (4:46) The Fearless Reading List (6:55) www.imnotyou.com/bookclub (8:24) Epictetus, “Art of Living”...
Books and Bars: The joy that comes from decisiveness and commitment Ft. Tom Monaghan
January 31, 2018 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBThis is an excerpt from billionaire Tom Monaghan, the founder of Domino's Pizza and an absolute beast in business. If you think commitment is scary, he shows you how it actually is one of the most freeing experiences you can have.
Reality Check: How to know if you're soft
January 30, 2018 08:00 - 26 minutes - 37.4 MBEvery once in awhile, I need to remind myself how soft I am in order to challenge myself and burn out the weakness. In this episode, I share with you 7 ways to know if you're being soft so you can wage war against the weaker you to move more aggressively towards your goals. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back and get ready for a Reality Check (3:37) What it means to be soft (5:17) The 7 signs of softness (5:28) Complaining about other people (7:31) Avoiding Conflict (9:17) Justify...
How to balance goals in 2 major areas of life
January 26, 2018 14:15 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBThere's this idea going around that you can't accomplish more than one "big" goal at a time, and you need to focus on only one area of life at a time. Hmmmmmm. My experience says otherwise, and in this episode, I want to show you how to go about making big things happen in more than one area of your life, at the same time. Time Stamps: (1:23) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:45) If you have a question you’d like me to address, email me at [email protected] (3...
Books and Bars: What to say when you talk to yourself by Shad Helmstetter
January 24, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBThis book changed my life and in this episode, I explain why.
How I Became Fearless
January 23, 2018 12:47 - 47 minutes - 66.1 MBYour only hope to separate yourself from the masses and become successful in the way you know you can is to become FEARLESS. Problem is, most people are not and most don't know what that even means. In this episode, I share with you my journey to become fearless and the step by step formula for how you can too. Time Stamps: (1:24) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:02) Fearlessness (2:25) Goals (4:11) What fearless means to me (7:11) P. Diddy talking about ...
How to wake up early in the morning (consistently)
January 19, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.8 MBIf you wake up after 6am, you're leaving money and gains on the table. It's time for you to join the 5am (or earlier) club. In this episode, I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:15) The early riser (3:07) What does not being a “morning person” really mean? (6:07) Train yourself to get up early to gain time (6:43) Why you should wake up early (7:24) Kobe’s morning perspective (9:33) You are calling yourself busy (9:54)...
Books and Bars: Players First Ft. John Calipari
January 17, 2018 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.4 MBI break down a clip from one of my favourite coaches books and one of the most successful basketball coaches of our generation.
Athlete Reality Check: Marcus Williams of the New Orleans Saints
January 16, 2018 12:45 - 23 minutes - 33.2 MBIf you like sports at all, you probably heard about this play that led to a New Orleans loss. Anyone who has ever played can only imagine how safety Marcus Williams of the Saints feels right now. This is an episode dedicated to him, detailing exactly how to practically approach a situation like this, when you made an epic mistake that feels like it will live forever. Take a listen. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:09) Another instalment of t...
The practical way to deal with conflict with other people
January 12, 2018 08:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBConflict with other people is inevitable. How you handle it will be determined by your mindset and how practically you can deal with your fear. In this episode, I break down 4 steps for overcoming that fear and handling conflict like a boss. Time Stamps: (1:23) Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast! (1:52) The seagull and the crab (4:51) An excerpt from “Civilization and Its Discontents” by Sigmund Freud (6:53) The fact is that you are scared (7:17) Understand tha...
Books and Bars: How to get money like Cardi B
January 11, 2018 03:51 - 6 minutes - 8.84 MBA lotta people seem to like Cardi B, and I think I know why. Check out this episode to listen to me break down her lyrics, her mindset, and why you need to start listening to Cardi B.
How to manifest your goals like Jesus
January 09, 2018 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBMost people lack faith and are extremely doubtful and far too "hopeful" about reaching their goals. What you need is to start building more faith and manifesting your goals instead of "grinding" away at them while you rarely get results. How would you like to be able to achieve goals like Jesus? Walk on water and turn a few loaves of bread and some fish and feed it to millions? Maybe you won't be able to heal someone with your cloak, but I can bet you will reach goals a lot more consistently...
How to prepare yourself to make a risky move
January 05, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBHow do you make sure you're ready to succeed when you've just taken a big risk? I've had (and continue) to expose myself to new risks because of the new goals and targets I go after and there is a certain way to think and certain strategies to employ in order to give you as much certainty as possible. In this episode, I break down how to approach a big move and how to make it a success. Time Stamps: (1:22) Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:28) This episode is dedicate...
How to be a killer on the soccer field Ft. Mia Hamm
January 03, 2018 08:00 - 6 minutes - 9.32 MBIn this episode, I break down the mindset that makes Mia Hamm one of the greatest that has ever lived in the game of soccer and how you can adopt the same mindset.
The Best of The Film Room 2017
January 02, 2018 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBIf you haven't checked out The Film Room yet, this episode will make you want to check out every episode. In 2017, I broke down the mindset of Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, and Floyd Mayweather. Their beliefs and habits propelled them to the top of their game and I break them down in these episodes. Enjoy and look for more Film Room collections coming in 2018! Time Stamps: (1:13) 204: The Film Room: Floyd Mayweather Mindset, Pt. 1: How to Build CERTAINTY (7:01) 178: The Film Roo...
The Dominate 2018 Game Plan Clean Edition: How to systematically dominate and crush your goals in 2018
January 01, 2018 08:00 - 2 hours - 179 MBNo more excuses. This is a 2.5 hour, clean, 16 step process for how to set up a master plan for your 2018 goals. If you want to set up some phoney resolutions and continue to have the same type of results in 2018, that's cool. This won't be for you. But for those obsessed with doing what it takes to get everything that you want from your sport and life, this is your solution. People thought I was crazy for laying this out for you in the way that I did, but I'm tired of seeing people struggle...
The 2017 Highlight Reel
December 29, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBAs we wind down 2017, I take a look back at the best interviews and episodes of 2017. We have come a long way and we're only just getting started. Enjoy the 2017 Highlight Reel and I'll see you in 2018. Time Stamps (0:00) Welcome to a special Highlight Reel episode of the Sports Motivation Podcast! (3:38) 128: How to find your life’s purpose (11:27) 158: How to develop a “Don’t give a crap mentality” (13:19) Jairek Robbins (19:05) 173: You’re Not That Good (23:21) Nell ...
How to not be broke Ft. Jeezy
December 27, 2017 08:00 - 7 minutes - 11.1 MBIf artists like Jeezy, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, and J Cole can go from broke to wealthy coming from living in the harsh realities of the American Ghettos, whats preventing you from reaching your goals? It's most likely your mindset. Listen to this episode to understand how Jeezy's views on being broke that has turned him into a multimillionaire and one of the most respected artists in the game.
What to do if a coach intimidates or scares you
December 26, 2017 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBHave you ever had a coach, boss, or parent who always talked to you in a disrespectful way, overreacted over your mistakes or made you feel small every time you messed up? I think we all have dealt with this at some time of our lives. However, when we allow them to get to us, and we get scared and overly cautious, that's when things begin to fall apart. We have to plan for how to handle our emotions and overcome. In this episode, I show you how. Time Stamps: (1:21) Welcom...
Dominate 2018 Game Plan: How to systematically dominate and crush your goals in 2018
December 22, 2017 15:03 - 2 hours - 176 MBNo more excuses. This is a 2.5 hour, 16 step process for how to set up a master plan for your 2018 goals. If you want to set up some phoney resolutions and continue to have the same type of results in 2018, that's cool. This won't be for you. But for those obsessed with doing what it takes to get everything that you want from your sport and life, this is your solution. People thought I was crazy for laying this out for you in the way that I did, but I'm tired of seeing people struggle with t...
How to be Rich feat. J Paul Getty
December 20, 2017 08:00 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBJ Paul Getty was amongst the richest in the world in his time, and spoke in his book very candidly about what holds most young ambitious men from becoming wealthy. I break down a few of his principles in this episode, and it will probably rub some people the wrong way. I wonder if you're one of them. Take a listen.
The keys to achieving greatness: Interview with Jay Abraham
December 19, 2017 08:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn today's interview, I sit down live with world class marketer Jay Abraham where we discuss the keys to achieving greatness and what holds most people back from reaching their potential. Time Stamps: 1:22 Welcome to the Sports Motivation Podcasts 2:31 Welcome Jay! 3:28 Jay’s Story 6:59 What drove Jay 8:32 Funnel vision 9:42 Why people don’t look at things creatively 14:41 There is no silver bullet 20:08 I don’t deal in theory but in strategy 21:46 Small progressive...
Creating Wealth through Value and going all in on your Sport or Business
December 15, 2017 08:00 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MBThe value we give is directly proportional to the money we make. It's a law of nature. Listen in on an exclusive group session where I explain pain and pleasure, and how you set your standard for the value you give to the world through your sport or business. Give yourself that pain and pleasure before life gives it to you. Time Stamps: (1:23) Welcome to a special episode of the Sports Motivation Podcast! (2:06) I don’t consider myself a business guru (3:24) Massive wealth f...
Books and Bars: Marooned by Robert Kraske
December 13, 2017 08:00 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MBEver feel like you are stranded on a desert island with no idea how to get off of it? Listen in as I read an excerpt from "Marooned" by Robert Kraske. My take home message to you is to stay true to your dreams, desires, and goals. Most give up. Don't be like most people. Figure that out and you will be rewarded.
Diagnose and reframe your emotions: Killer Instinct Part 4
December 12, 2017 08:00 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MBAre there certain emotions you feel that put you in a rut? Have no idea how to get out of them and back to being a beast? Listen to one of my live coaching calls where I go through my powerful emotion playbook again. You need to be able to quickly change unproductive emotions if you want to dominate!
How to master your emotions: Killer Instinct Part 3
December 08, 2017 08:00 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MBWhat do all high performers have in common? They all know how to manage and master their emotions. If they don't, it's only a matter of time before the pressure exposes them. In order to be the best and to dominate under any circumstance, you have to have the awareness and the tools to understand and shift your emotions when you need to. In this episode, I take you into a live coaching call with my Killer Instinct group and walk one of my clients through a powerful "Emotion Playbook" exercis...
Books and Bars: Building IBM and Building I'm Not You
December 06, 2017 08:00 - 3 minutes - 5.37 MBDo you constantly develop yourself or do you just work as a technician? Listen in on a meeting with my team as I read an excerpt from The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber and make the connection between its principles and my own business.
How to produce results like a machine: Killer Instinct Part 2
December 05, 2017 08:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBStruggling with achieving results? It could be an operator error or it could be the design of your machine. What is a machine? Listen in on a live coaching call with my Killer Instinct group as I explain what machines are and how they can help you run your life and business. Time Stamps: (0:00) Defining the systems (2:28) Think of your life as a machine (5:27) The sub-machine (10:03) The questions to ask yourself about your machines (11:45) Example of not having the right...
How to be supremely confident on gameday: Killer Instinct Series Part 1
December 01, 2017 08:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBMost high performers fold under the lights, they get overwhelmed with anxiety and worry when the results matter most, and it affects not just them but their teammates, their employees, their customers, and everyone involved. If you want to dominate under pressure, that means you'll have to go against your natural instincts, which is to run from that pressure. You have to teach yourself to be poised....in this episode I give you an inside look into my live coaching program where I break down ...
How to stand out while others try to fit in feat. Wiz Khalifa
November 29, 2017 08:00 - 6 minutes - 9.69 MBListen as I break down a Wiz Khalifa bar that prepared me for my first year in the NFL and getting in the best shape of my life.
How to become an elite cognitive performer (Cal Newport Interview)
November 28, 2017 08:00 - 47 minutes - 66.2 MBCal Newport is a best selling author, a tenured professor at Georgetown University, and has accomplished more in his 35 years of living than most have the courage to make their goal. In this interview, we dive into the mechanics, the mindset, and the strategy behind eliminating distractions and becoming a peak performer. He breaks down specifically how he approaches planning, why he doesn't have social media accounts, and why the advice to "follow your passion" is horrible advice and what yo...
Take Control of your Environment
November 24, 2017 08:00 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBThanksgiving is a time for gratitude and to spend quality time with those close to you. The next day is about getting back to your routines and chasing your vision and goals. Listen in on a brief conversation with a few of my clients on the importance of controlling one's environment.
Books and Bars: Path of Prosperity by James Allen
November 22, 2017 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.5 MBListen in on an exclusive meeting with my clients as I read an excerpt from "Path of Prosperity" by James Allen and break down its message.
How to build step by step confidence without counseling or reading
November 21, 2017 08:00 - 17 minutes - 23.9 MBDo you struggle with confidence? Do you believe you have the skill but lack that assurance in yourself? It's what separates good from great. Listen as I give you a real-life example from my life how to increase your confidence and a simple but incredibly effective written exercise you can use today to start gaining more confidence. Episode 211 Time Stamps: (1:21)- Welcome back to the Sports Motivation Podcast (1:40)- Confidence is critical (2:18) Definition of confidence (3...
How to train yourself to care less what others think
November 17, 2017 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBThe human brain is wired to overvalue the opinions of our peers....it served us back when were roaming the African savanna, but it doesn't serve us as much now. That feeling you get when your friends talk mess about you, when your parents disapprove, or when you miss a shot in a game...That feeling paralyzes many and prevents them from taking risks or doing what is necessary. You cannot be a victim to this disease, you have to learn how to overcome the fear of others opinions...but how? How ...
Books and Bars: How to motivate people that you lead Feat. Warren Buffett
November 15, 2017 08:00 - 5 minutes - 8.03 MBHow well do you motivate the people you lead? Do you give lavish praise or just criticize when things aren't going the way you want? In this episode, I break down a chapter in Warren Buffett's Management Secrets and give you a real life insight on how you can inspire those you lead to consistently work hard for you when given the pleasure of praise. Imnotyou.com/bookclub
Celebrity Reality Check: My Mindset Coaching Strategy for Kendall Jenner
November 14, 2017 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBAlthough you cannot always relate to the problems of these big name celebrities and superstars, a lot of times it's really easy to see how mentally weak some of them are and how much help they need in terms of developing a more dominate mindset and bulletproof confidence and certainty. I've done something very different in this episode, and I am sure it will rub some of you the wrong way. What I've done is taken Kendall Jenner, and broken down my strategy of how I would work with her if give...