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What if success was less about status and more about gratitude, service, and love? In this Unstoppable Mindset conversation, I talk with strategist and social media influencer Cynthia Washington about climbing and then stepping away from the corporate ladder, choosing a “socio economic experiment” that stripped life back to the basics, and discovering what really matters. You'll hear how growing up in Pasadena, studying at Cal Poly Pomona and Columbia Business School, and working with brands like Enterprise and Zions Bank all led Cynthia to a life centered on emotional intelligence, mentoring young women in tech, and leading with heart. I believe you'll come away seeing gratitude, leadership, and your own potential to be unstoppable in a very different light. Highlights: 00:09 – Explore how early life experiences influence the values that guide personal and professional growth.02:59 – Learn how changing direction can uncover the strengths that shape long-term leadership.05:29 – See how pivotal transitions help define a clearer sense of purpose.10:07 – Discover what stepping away from convention reveals about identity and success.20:05 – Reflect on how redefining success can shift your entire approach to work and life.22:13 – Learn how a grounded mindset practice strengthens resilience and clarity.34:25 – Explore how personal evolution can grow into a mission to empower the next generation.59:11 – Gain a new perspective on how we perceive ability, inclusion, and human potential. About the Guest: Cynthia Washington: Bridging Societal Gaps Through Leadership, Influence, and Love Cynthia Washington is an accomplished business professional, an award-winning leader, and international influencer whose life and career embodies resilience, vision, and compassion.  While studying at Columbia University, she embarked on a socio-economic experiment, which became her reality, highlighting her journey across her social media platforms in hope of sharing her deep commitment to bridge societal gaps and create a better world—one love style, one courageous step at a time.  A proud Park City local of more than twenty years, Cynthia's story begins in Southern California, where she grew up between the San Gabriel Mountains and the beaches of Malibu.  Her cousins called her “Malibu Barbie,” and her stepbrother called her “Love.”  Rooted in her values and guided by her heart, Cynthia's story is not only one of success but of transformation—a legacy driven by her belief that we deserve better. Cynthia leads with integrity and authenticity. She continues to expand her global network of leadership, uniting hearts and minds to inspire lasting, positive change on the right side of history with a framework of faith, family and fun that is built on a foundation of love, kindness, compassion and a hope for peace. One Love, Bob Marley style. Professionally, Cynthia Washington stands at the intersection of strategy, leadership, and emotional intelligence. An agile and results-driven leader, she has distinguished herself through her ability to combine quantitative intuition with deep empathy—qualities that make her both a visionary and a unifier. Known for her collaborative leadership style, she excels in developing teams, leading organizational change, and driving sales performance across diverse industries. Her strategic mindset and exceptional communication skills have made her a trusted partner to executives and innovators alike. Cynthia's work fosters meaningful engagement between employees and senior leaders, helping organizations align vision with values. Through her global portfolio of projects, she has sharpened her expertise in marketing, leadership development, and brand transformation, helping companies from Park City to Silicon Slopes and across international markets thrive. Her career is a testament to excellence, purpose, and adaptability—qualities that have earned her numerous accolades and the respect of peers worldwide. Among her many achievements, Cynthia was honored as a SheTech Champion Impact Award Recipient at the Women Tech Awards, celebrating her leadership, mentorship, and dedication to empowering young women in technology. For more than five years, she has stood alongside thousands of high school students—mentoring, volunteering, and serving as a role model for the next generation of innovators. Motivated by her desire to create a better world for her daughter, she embarked on what she lovingly calls her “mom mission”—a service journey dedicated to making her community and the world around her better. During her sabbatical from Silicon Valley into this transformative period, Cynthia launched LVL UP with CW, her brand, leveraging her expertise to help local and global businesses grow, evolve, and thrive. As an international social media influencer, she has used her platform not for fame or recognition, but for global impact, sharing messages of resilience, hope, and empowerment. This work is a lesson of intersectionality and bridges the worlds of fashion, sports, philanthropy, business, money, technology, spirituality, global preservation, health and wellness in hopes of leveling up and shifting the societal norms. She has partnered with brands across industries to elevate visibility, deepen engagement, and build authentic customer connections. Through brand ambassador relationships, social media management, and content creation, Cynthia has amplified voices, strengthened communities, and showcased how influence, when rooted in integrity, is a force for good. That same belief shines through in Cynthia Washington's powerful memoir, Mind Matters: The Story of My Life. Written during her sabbatical, the respectfully honest memoir captures her life's “grind with grit” story. The cover, graced by her daughter's original artwork, wraps her book with a big thank you hug, encapsulating the power of love that anchors Cynthia's bold voyage.  Mind Matters explores her corporate climb and fall, her studies at Columbia University, her travels across the United States with her daughter, the Aloha spirit of Hawaii, and her experiences in Hollywood and the music industry. Interwoven through these chapters are stories of friendship, including her personal connections with cultural icons like Eminem and Kobe Bryant, whose wisdom and creativity shaped what Cynthia calls The Trifecta - a guiding philosophy built on Kobe's Mamba Mentality, the music of Eminem, and her own life's work. Three forces that together drive her vision and her ability to live her socio-economic experiment proving money is a tool and the real power is in the mind. “You can do anything you set your mind to, man” - Eminem Mind Matters: The Story of My Life is available on Amazon and other major online retailers and can also be ordered through local bookstores. The memoir has been nominated for The Eric Hoffer Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing, a recognition of both its literary merit and its heartfelt message of perseverance. Yet, true to her character, Cynthia did not embark on this journey for fame or recognition—she wrote it to give back, to inspire, and to remind readers everywhere that no matter where you come from, with a healthy positive mindset you too can change the trajectory of your life. Beyond her work as an author and international leader, Cynthia lives a simple life.  She is a mom, a trailblazer, and an advocate, representing many initiatives that level up society and bridge societal gaps. She turned her pain into her strength and used that as fuel to ignite a movement.  Her heart is full of gratitude for all the bands and their aid, as they played a meaningful role in inspiring the Band Aid, a global movement for unity and peace that emerged during a time when the world needed hope most. A true Band Aid. 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Cynthia describes herself as standing at the intersection of strategy, leadership and an emotional intelligence, and I know that she's going to talk more about that and what what brought her to come to that conclusion, but I've been looking at her information. I think she's got a lot of interesting stuff to talk to us about, and we'll get to it. But for now, Cynthia, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're glad you're here. Cynthia Washington  02:05 Oh, thank you, Michael. I appreciate being here and spending this time with you today, and I'm looking forward to our conversation. Michael Hingson  02:13 Well, I am as well. Well, why don't we start? I love to start this way with the the early Cynthia, if you will. Cynthia Washington  02:20 Of course, yes, the early Cynthia. I grew up in Pasadena, California, that Southern California, near the Rose Bowl in the San Gabriel Mountains. I attended an all girls private Catholic school for my seventh to 12th grades. I attended also Cal Poly Pomona, where I studied international business and marketing. And I love everything Southern California. I've always had this dream of living in Park City, and I ended up coming here in when was it 2004 so I've been here almost 21 years. Michael Hingson  03:04 So when you were at Cal Poly, did you help build the Rose Parade Float? Cynthia Washington  03:09 I did not build the Rose Parade Float, even though both Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and Cal Poly Pomona do a collaborative effort to build one every year since I grew up with the Rose Parade in my backyard, I had my own special moments with that. I always wanted to be on the Rose Parade court, and so my mom put me into a many different pageants, which helped prepare me and built my confidence so that I could be the person I am today. And I'm forever grateful for that experience like sports, it teaches you about competition, failure and set you up for success. Michael Hingson  04:05 Yes. And again, what did you study at Cal Poly, Cynthia Washington  04:10 international business and marketing? Okay, I originally started in microbiology. I had finished with the intention to become a doctor, and realized I could not stomach blood or needles, and so I quickly changed my major once I made that realization, and I changed my major to English, because I love reading Shakespeare Books. Everything is just so fascinating, fascinating about the English language and its literature. So I studied that for a little while, my father told me that I needed to do something different, and therefore I changed my major to international business and marketing. Michael Hingson  05:00 Hmm, that was different than English by any standard. Yeah. Cynthia Washington  05:06 So it was definitely different. Well, he is a businessman, a banker, and I think you know, for him, it was important for me to kind of follow in those footsteps, which I have, ironically, and I'm forever grateful for him for pushing me in a different direction, I use all three though, the science, the technology, the English and the international business skills in my current role, so, or roles, Michael Hingson  05:37 well, so you graduated. Did you go on and get any advanced degrees or just a bachelor's? Cynthia Washington  05:43 Oh, well, I did. It took me a while, too, though. I recently, in 2022 applied to Columbia University, actually Columbia Business School, and I completed their chief marketing officer executive education program with a Certificate in Business Excellence from Columbia Business School. So yes, I did eventually go back to school. However, I had a few careers in and amongst that along my path and my journey, which helped me have a more well rounded knowledge, yeah, to enter into that up advanced learning. Michael Hingson  06:35 So what did you do after you graduated from Cal Poly? Cynthia Washington  06:40 After I graduated from Cal Poly, I took a gap year, to be honest, and in that gap year, I learned so much about myself. I intersected with Hollywood for a brief moment in time, developed some really great, lasting friendships that have surpassed time. In addition to that, I skied, I snowboard, I learned to surf, and did all the things that I just needed to do as a California girl, yes, it was quite fun and bolted me into the person I am today. With that being said, I once again, had my father reminding me that it was time to get a job, and so I ventured into the management trainee program with enterprise run a car, climbed that corporate ladder, eventually having a territory from Santa Barbara to San Diego that I managed and oversaw a team inside one of our insurance partners headquarters, Which was really amazing opportunity. Then that took me, with a relocation package to Utah with my husband and our newborn baby to come and plant roots. Here he they enterprise was ahead of times in the fact that they wanted to harvest talent from different parts of the United States to strengthen the team they were building in Utah. My husband and I at the time, were part of that strategy, which was really an amazing opportunity, because I was one of a handful women managers that were brought on to the Utah team, and we were able to establish ourselves as influencers and leaders to help grow the women leadership network within Utah and Idaho for enterprise. Michael Hingson  09:14 You said, early I'm sorry. Go ahead. Go ahead. You said early on that you always wanted to go to Park City. Why was that? Sounds like, you know, you got to live your dream. But why was that? Yes. Cynthia Washington  09:26 Well, my father worked a lot, and for him to disconnect from work, we would come and visit Park City or travel to Hawaii. Well, we summer it every summer in Kauai for the month of July. So to contrast that we had time in Park City, Utah before it was what it has become, which was really fascinating. And I loved having the exposure to the Four Seasons and just the. Um, simple life that park city offered was really refreshing, coming from the hustle and bustle of Downtown LA and being in the city, it was just something I dreamt of, and I'm so grateful to have lived that dream, to be here and have to and to have raised my daughter here as well Michael Hingson  10:27 makes sense. And as I said, you now get to live your dream. You're living where you wanted to, and you've been there now for, like, 21 years, and you sound like you haven't changed your mind, you're very happy with it. Cynthia Washington  10:43 Yes, you know, my daughter's graduating college soon, and perhaps maybe I'll think of another location to move to. But for now, this is what I call home. This is where I've planted my my seeds and my roots for our little single mom family. So yeah, it's been great. Michael Hingson  11:06 Well, so you you say that you lived a social, socio economic experiment. Tell me more about what that means. Yes. Cynthia Washington  11:19 So while at Columbia University, I opted to live a socio economic experience to contrast the life that I grew up with. So as I mentioned, I attended Cal Poly, worked with enterprise, had a great career with them. When I came to Utah, I kept that career. After my divorce, I began another career at America first credit union. I saw, I saw that I needed to take a step back from the career world, and so I took a 20 hour teller position as I was figuring out my relationship with my husband and determining our next steps. And so once that was dissolved, I had this great team who saw my leadership skills and helped me climb another corporate ladder. After a few years one of my previous colleagues came to me and asked me to venture into Silicon Valley, doing business in Utah with a team, a Medicare sales team that I managed, and that was quite fascinating, talk about baptism by fire. I learned all things Medicare on the fly, and had a really amazing opportunity with that. And so I have steadily over time, climbed three different corporate ladders, made excellent income, six figures, generously raising my daughter here in Utah, and it has always been in the back of my mind to understand life from a different lens, to understand it with a different perspective. And so as a result, when I was in the Columbia application process, I had become really, really, really sick, deathly sick, I like to say I was on my death bed when I applied to Colombia because I was surviving on water and pressed juices for a little over a month, because I was having some difficulties internally. And so while I had that downtime, I had a lot of time to think, and it was important to me to apply at Columbia. Well, I originally applied to Northwestern and they recommended me to Columbia. And so when I did my Columbia application, it was important for me not to just take the northwestern recommendation, but to also set myself apart. And I thought, well, the socio economic experiment would be great at something I've been thinking about, you know, living life through a different lens. I had the savings built up so that I could do so. And I thought, Yes, I can do this. I can You can do anything you set your mind to. Quote. Eminem, I did. I did that. I lived it. I abandoned my ego, I abandoned all the luxurious items that I had, and lived this truly simple life. And it was quite fascinating, because the more I trusted that process, the more I grew and became still and trusted God's guidance in this journey that I was creating. Fast forward through the social media aspect of everything, I was reminded of some Hollywood friends that I had forgotten about, to be honest. And I don't know how you forget about them, but I did, because I never really spoke about those tender moments I had, and cherish them within my heart and my soul. But I was overcoming this really traumatic experience, a bad, bad relationship that put me into hiding, yet with being at Columbia, living the socio economic experiment and sharing my life through my social media influencer role, my Hollywood friends found me in a time of need, and through this reintroduction, I was reminded of a night I like to coin as dream night, and I call it dream night because that's the night I met Marshall Mathers, who the world knows as Eminem, and he and I were from completely different aspects of life, with completely different perspectives on life, and yet, when we met, we intersected. I was leaving Hollywood, he was coming into it, and we spent together, as silly as it sounds, playing beer pong, thinking through all of the world's problems. And in that conversation, I had mentioned that one day I was going to go to Columbia, and one day I was going to live the socio economic experiment so that I could help the world. And you know, he envisioned his dream of becoming this rap star, and together, we would reunite our forces for good to help elevate the world. And I forgot about this moment in time, to be quite honest, I just continued on a path that I naturally was creating when I was younger, because before meeting Marshall, I had met Kobe Bryant while I was a student graduating Cal Poly, and he was new, upcoming rising superstar into basketball. He had his eye on Vanessa. Her group of friends were very smart, and he knew he needed to knowledge up to get his girl. And so here I was this book smart girl, kind of hanging out in Hollywood. I had worked a job at Staples Center, because I love the Lakers, and it was really cool. I, you know, had me more court side than it did have me working because I gave away more of my tables, and I did actually work to spend time building these relationships with Kobe and the Lakers, which I'm so forever grateful for, and because Kobe recognized my book smart, his spotlight and together, we would have these Kobe talks, which ultimately built the framework for Mama mentality and my only ask of him as I exited Hollywood and that era of my life was that he named mob and mentality, mob and mentality, which he did. And so I, you know, I had. Had Mamba mentality. This up and comer rap star Eminem, who, honestly, I didn't even know was Eminem. For me, he was this guy from Detroit that I met through my friend Travis Barker, who happened to be the drummer blink, 182 but I was so unaware of all these people and who they were. They were, to me, were just people I knew and friends that I had. And, you know, fast forward to where we're at now. It's like we're all living our dreams, and it's really super cool. But the socio economic experiment came from that dream night with Marshall and this whole concept of who and how we wanted to be in this future version of ourselves and I wanted to be this socio economic experiment to understand life through a different lens, especially after meeting him that One night and hearing his life experience, my life experience that you know, it was fascinating to me, like I want, I I want to help people, but to truly help people and bridge those societal gaps that exist, Cynthia Washington  21:16 one has To have a full scope of life through all perspectives, and this opportunity through Columbia, with this experiment, positioned me to really embrace that, and now I am very happy because I think it has helped me appreciate the quality, true quality of life. You know, it's not about the money, it's not about the fame, it's not about the recognition. It's about love and family and caring and nurturing one another Michael Hingson  21:59 with and I would presume that you would say that that's what you learned from the experiment, Cynthia Washington  22:05 yes, yes, absolutely. That's what I learned. You know, here, as I was climbing all these different corporate ladders, I always thought it was about having more you know, having more money, having more things, having a bigger house, a nicer car and all this stuff, but truly abandoning all that stuff allowed me to live more because I appreciated the true moment as A gift, especially from being on my deathbed, you know, to being able to live each day to its fullest, that in and amongst itself, was a gift to me, and learning to be present for my daughter was a present for Me. And so these were all things that socio economic experiment taught me about appreciating life. Michael Hingson  23:07 So where do concepts like gratitude come into all of that? And how is gratitude help keep you centered and kind of moving forward? Cynthia Washington  23:18 Great question through this journey I've been on, I've learned to live each day with a grateful heart. I wake up daily appreciative of the moment, to be alive, regardless of what I have or what accomplishments I've achieved. I truly am thankful for the gift of life. And with that being said, I live in a spirit of Thanksgiving, not because Thanksgiving is on the horizon and the holidays grow near, but because having that gratitude rooted in my soul has helped me Stay focused on my Why stay firm in my beliefs and trust the process every step of the way, living with gratitude has just opened my Heart to the possibilities, and it's been a phenomenal growth experience. The more I give thanks, the more I give, the more I serve, the better I lead, the stronger I am, and the more abundant the blessings are. Are, and it's just truly remarkable to be this vessel for good living life with the spirit of Thanksgiving. Michael Hingson  25:12 If somebody were to ask you, how can you teach me how to really have gratitude and make it a part of my life, what? What kind of advice or what kind of guidance can you give someone to help them learn to be a person who's more grateful or have more gratitude? Wow, um, Cynthia Washington  25:33 if someone is looking to have more gratitude and develops a process in establishing more gratitude. I think it would just be to reframe your focus instead of, oh, I don't have these things, right? That's when I let go of my Louis vuittons my fancy car, and, you know, sold all my really nice clothes that you know, just to have some extra cash to accomplish more of my goals, I let go of all Those materialistic things. And instead of having the mindset of like, Oh, I'm getting rid of these things, I was I saw it as an opportunity. So I guess what I'm saying is to reframe, instead of it being like, I don't have these things, or the woe is me attitude reframe that too. I am blessed with a family, I am blessed with food, I am blessed with shelter, I am blessed with a job that provides me with stability. I am blessed with the person in the mirror who has awoken for this moment in time, awoken, awaked it has. How do you say that? Awakened, that's fine. Awakened, yeah, has awakened in this moment, you know, for another beautiful day, and then after that, reframing of the mindset, focus on the positives and count your blessings. I know that sounds so cliche, but be grateful for this. Yes, be grateful for the things that you do have, the people who love you love is the most durable power that there is, you know, and having that focus on those good things with a positive mindset reframed from the negative, you can easily shape yourself into a person who lives with gratitude and then reciprocate it. You know, as you, as you go about your day, give that gratitude to someone else with a nice smile or a thank you. And people can feel a thank you. People can feel a smile. People can feel that authentic, genuine sense of gratitude in any capacity of life. And that is far more reaching than that negative I don't have I don't have enough. I don't I'm not qualified for this type of negative mindset that weighs people down. Instead, when you live with gratitude, you feel lighter, you feel more alive, and you feel unstoppable. Michael Hingson  29:09 Have you ever read a book by a gentleman named Henry Drummond called Love the greatest thing in the world? Cynthia Washington  29:18 No, but it sounds like something I would enjoy reading. It's Michael Hingson  29:21 more, it's very short, but he he talks all about the fact that love is, in fact, the greatest thing in the most powerful thing in the world, and that that it is something that we all ought to express and deal with a whole lot more than than we do. Was written in, in, I think, the late 1800s I believe. But it is, it is well worth reading. As I said, it's very short. I've read the audio version, and it only takes an hour, so it's not very long book. But it doesn't need Cynthia Washington  29:59 to be well. I will definitely add that to my reading list, because my step brother called me love and it's my nickname, and all the work I have done while on my mom mission after Columbia and over the past few years to help bridge societal gaps, to make the world better for my daughter, her friends and our children and the world ultimately stems from love and gratitude and love are to my focuses. There you go. Michael Hingson  30:46 And as makes a lot of sense, as they should be well. So what have you been doing? Well, so you worked for enterprise, and then you went on, I guess, to do some other things. But what have you been doing since Columbia? Cynthia Washington  31:02 Well, since Columbia, my last class at Columbia was in finance. I studied finance, macro economics. And one more thing I forgot, that's okay. So anyway, well, my last class at Columbia was in finance and Oh, corporate governance, yes. So at Columbia, I studied corporate governance, macroeconomics and finance, while also completing my chief marketing officer executive education requirements and my last class being in finance aligned with Zions Bank, 150 year anniversary of being in business. I thought, wow, this is quite timely. Zions Bank is highly reputable, very respected organization in Utah. And I wanted to work with them while I finished Columbia, and initially I took a role to just kind of understand money real time, working on the front lines across a variety of different branches, and now I still work with them. I am in their retail banking administration department. I work with a great team. I am close to the SVPs, EBPs, and with the branches, our clients. I work on multiple different projects, doing different things, which is so fascinating because I'm in the heartbeat of the business, and it satisfies my my desire to stay relevant and use all my skill sets for good, because I have that ability to touch so many different people and projects in the work that I do at science bank, it allows me the flexibility to maintain my social media influencer status, and both give me the stability to be a good single mom for my daughter who's finishing Up in college. So I'm very grateful for that opportunity, and Colombia opens so many doors. As far as the social media marketing piece of the work I've done since Columbia, I sit on a handful of boards, Big Brothers, Big Sisters. I am on the boulder way forward legislative committee as a chair, and I continue to just do a bunch of philanthropic work, which I. I'm able to promote and highlight within the social media work that I do, so the two work beautifully together, and I am happy just to give back in the capacity I can using my skill sets at a maximized level, Michael Hingson  35:24 okay, well, you also formed your own company, didn't you? Cynthia Washington  35:29 Yes, I did form my own company. It's called level up with C dub, and that business has allowed me to work with amazing brands throughout Park Cities, silicon slopes and globally. It started, yeah, go ahead. No, go ahead. It started because I wanted to level up my community and bridge some gaps that I saw, and then it has grown into something bigger and better in the fact that the work that I'm doing is not only helping local businesses, but it's helping level up our youth, and creating an opportunity for our youth to follow a yellow brick road, so to speak, with my work that I have put forth so that they are more resilient, emotionally intelligent, and have the mental strength To endure this ever changing world. So it's been quite interesting to see how it's shifted from helping businesses mentoring individuals into this new space. Michael Hingson  37:14 And so what does the company do today? What? What you talk about helping youth and so on? Tell me a little bit more about what what you do and how you do it, and is it just you, or do you have other people in the company? Cynthia Washington  37:27 No, it's just me. Just now, just me. Yes, I don't have enough time to invest in it because Zions is my nine to five. I work at a local boutique in town to stay in the heartbeat of town, you know. And then I have the social media stuff that I do. So my calendar is quite full. The level up with C dub work has been word of mouth, and people like you have sought me through various platforms, and I like that. I'm not ready to scale it yet, even though it is scalable, but I like being able to control the the the incoming work and produce high quality products with my brand name attached to it. So right now, it's something that exists. Um, it's something it's a labor of love, and so I'm not quite ready to bring on a team, because it's multi faceted. There's a lot of mentoring, there's a lot of coaching, there's a lot of brand building, and these are all things that I just like to do on my own. Michael Hingson  39:20 So what kind of things do you do you do from a mentoring standpoint, what? What exactly does the company do? Cynthia Washington  39:28 Well, from a mentoring standpoint, I mentor across different platforms. I just received an Impact Award for mentoring girls in the tech realm of silicon slopes, over 1000 Utah high schoolers, actually, 1000s of high school girls have been mentored through this program called she tech, of which I am a part of and. Um, in addition to that, I have middle level professionals who want to level up within their career, who utilize me and my services to help coach them to their next corporate move. And so there's some one on one time. People hire me. I fit them into my schedule. We work together. They call me, you know, hey, I have this moment at work that's happening and I need some guidance. How do I navigate it? You know, sometimes it's easier to talk through that situation with a coach than it is to talk through it with your peer or manager, because you don't want to take away the integrity of the the momentum you've created at work. So I act as at sounding board for a handful of other executive, young executives who are up and coming, rising into their career, and so it's it's multifaceted. Everything's been word of mouth, and I don't have a website. I started with one, I perhaps might go back to creating one. But for now, everything is pretty manageable. I just wear a lot of different hats and work through a lot of different projects, helping many different people across different platforms. Michael Hingson  41:48 How do you keep it all together? Cynthia Washington  41:53 Great question. I use a calendar. I write a lot of notes down. I have a very systematic approach to everything that I have going on. I've learned to say no and to prioritize what's most important. I had an executive coach when I was in Silicon Valley and working in the Medicare realm of business and my executive coach brought so much value into being that sounding board for me and Springboarding My career that giving back in that same capacity is so rewarding for me. I find enjoyment out of it, and the busier I am, the more full I feel my life is. And so right now, I manage it all by writing it down and keeping it organized. You know, in my calendars, thankfully, there's flexibility with all that I do, which allows me to be very agile and giving back in the level up with C dub work that I do. Michael Hingson  43:21 Well, it sounds like when you had access to an executive coach, you were very observant about what they did, so that you could do that same sort of thing and pass it on. Because it sounds like you you took to heart the lessons you learned from that coach. Absolutely. Cynthia Washington  43:40 I had the best executive coach. And you know, when I was on my deathbed, she reached out to me and cared for me even though I was no longer her client. You know, we had become friends through that relationship, and I want to be that person for someone else, and that's why right now, I don't have anyone on my team with me, and I don't have an intention of scaling it At this point in time, because I try to, I to take on the workload with intention and purpose so that I can authentically lead and give back to help others grow and thrive within their realm of life, right? Michael Hingson  44:46 Well, you have written a book. Tell us about that and what what it is, and anything you want to talk about, Cynthia Washington  44:54 yeah, this is a book right here for those who. You are able to see Michael Hingson  45:04 it, and it's called Mind Matters. Cynthia Washington  45:07 Yes, sir, Mind Matters. It's the story of my life. It's a memoir encompasses everything and an easy to read book. It encompasses my travels, my corporate climb and fall, my Columbia education and studies, how I overcame some big hurdles with a grind, with grit, mindset and mentality. My time in Hollywood, what I like to call the trifecta me, Eminem and Kobe, and my work, the music of Eminem and Mama mentality with those three things, you can achieve anything. And what else does it include? Oh, it just has some really fun tales of growing up in California. I and some principles, guiding principles I learned from Columbia University that I wanted to encapsulate into this book and share again to give back to others. It's modestly priced on Amazon. You can buy it wherever books are sold. It's I didn't write it for fame or recognition. I respectfully share stories about my friends in Hollywood. Good and, yeah, it's a fun a fun story. I released it a year ago, October 10, and did my first book launch release party, November 15. And so it's really fun to see it become what it has, and to see its ripple effects throughout society. Michael Hingson  47:32 What did you learn about you from writing the book? Cynthia Washington  47:39 Oh, well, writing a book requires a lot of self discipline. I learned that I have lived a story rich with abundant blessings, and I learned that I have accomplished so much with having That spirit of gratitude. I grind it with grit, resilience, that has catapulted me into the space that I am living in now. However, it was also a very humbling experience as I wrote the book, I it healed me in some ways, because I had been in hiding for a year, and as much As I was sharing my life on social media, I was still afraid to live my life because I was in hiding, and so it helped me heal from that trauma, which is why I have it modestly priced, because if I can help someone else overcome something as traumatic that I have lived by sharing my story and giving hope through my story, then I want to put it out there. I'm not in it for money. I'm in it so I can help our society through this humanitarian effort, you know, and sharing a little bit about me might help someone in their time of need. So, yes, I love. Learned. I learned to heal, I learned to trust the process, and I learned who I am. Michael Hingson  50:08 It makes a lot of sense. And I asked the question, having written three books and learning from all three of them, various things about me, but also just learning to have the discipline and to go into that place where you can create something that hopefully people in the world will appreciate. I think that's that's a really cool thing, and clearly you've done that. Cynthia Washington  50:38 Yes, thank you, and you definitely can understand that, you know, you put your heart and soul into this book of creative mindfulness, and it's truly rewarding to share it with other people. And I like to say my books wrapped with my daughter's big thank you hug, because it's wrapped in her artwork that she drew, that I have framed, and I thought it was a perfect cover for it. And it's it's really a blessing to have gone through the trauma, live through it, and for her to see this work of art, share my story and help others and her. Thank you. Hug around it is even a bigger form of love Michael Hingson  51:44 you have won, and you mentioned it earlier, a she Peck she tech champion Impact Award. Tell us about that award, what it is, and a little bit more about why you won one and so on. Cynthia Washington  51:58 Yes, so while at Columbia, I did the level up with CW work, I worked with Zions Bank, had the social media influencer role, and I aligned with a lot of great women and businesses throughout Park City, Salt Lake and silicon slopes, those women became friends and she Tech was founded by one of my friends, and I became involved in that about five years ago, as a mentor, a role model, an influencer, helping young girls learn that there is opportunity in The tech space. Technology space for women and girls learning and their worth, their their value and creating opportunities for them. And so through the social media aspect, I have been able to share to share the great work of she tech and women tech Council and some other brands that I've aligned with to help young girls see other women leaders actively working and living in these different capacities. So all of the work that I do goes hand in hand with this mentoring space and helping our youth see their potential. Chi Tech, I was one of 30 who received that award this year, I was humbly honored to be a recipient of the award. I knew the work I was doing was focused on my love to change the world for my daughter and make the world a better place for her, her friends and ultimately, all children. I just didn't realize how far reaching my impact was until I received the email notifying me of this. Impact Award, and when I stood on stage with all these other champions, champions, champion champions, championing change and this trajectory of our world. It just reinforced all of the work I have done and the profound impact it's having on our youth today, and it's remarkable to like. I can't, I can't express the depth it has, because it's so far reaching, and it's something beyond my wildest dreams that I've created through my work, through all these different intersections of strategic marketing and social media brand work and leading by Cynthia Washington  56:16 good and using my influence for good. And it's just truly amazing to see that I've helped 1000s of teenage girls understand their potential, their value and their worth, knowing that there's so many different possibilities in the tech space for them to learn, grow and do Michael Hingson  56:47 well, congratulations on winning the award. That's a that's a cool thing, and obviously you're making a big difference. Cynthia Washington  56:57 Thank you so much. I'm still so humbled, and I keep having to ground myself because I never expected to be in this moment. I simply was a mom on a mission to change the trajectory for my daughter, and receiving this award was something I never expected, and I keep ground, grounding myself, because I just I'm so humbly honored to have received it, and to have come to this, this elevated level of where I'm at in my current life, by giving up everything, I became something so much bigger and better than I ever expected or or planned for myself, and it's profound to me, and I just have to constantly ground myself and remind myself like that it's it's okay to be here. Michael Hingson  58:17 That's what gratitude can do, and that's what gratitude obviously does for you, because you you clearly exhibit a lot of gratitude in in all that you say and all that you do. And I think that's extremely important. People really should think a little bit more about gratitude than they then they typically do. But you know, it is something that that clearly you have put in the forefront of of your being. You do a lot with social media. And tell me a little bit more about about that as we move forward here and get close to wrapping up. Cynthia Washington  58:57 Well, yes, I do do a lot on social media, but before I answer that question, you found me through social media, and I want you to share a little bit about how you discovered me knowing that you're unable to see a lot of the content I create. So how were you able to find me? And then I'll answer that question. Tell me what intrigued you Michael Hingson  59:31 when you say not see the content, like, What do you mean? Cynthia Washington  59:36 Well, you have a blindness, vision impairment, correct, Michael Hingson  59:46 not an impairment, but that's okay, but, but what is it that I don't see exactly? Cynthia Washington  59:52 How do you see my social media content for you to be able to find. Michael Hingson  1:00:00 I use a piece of software that verbalizes whatever comes across the computer screen, so hearing the the text, listening to what your profile on LinkedIn says about you and so on, is all just as straightforward for me as it is for you, and to describe that in great detail would be like me asking you how you do what you do. It's what we grow up learning. The reality is, blindness isn't the problem. That's why I said it's not an impairment, because people always think about blindness as a visual impairment. Well, visually, I'm not different because I'm blind and I'm not impaired because I am blind, if, if the reality is impairment has nothing to do with it, and we really need to get away from thinking that someone is less than someone else because they may not have the same senses that that we do. And while I don't necessarily have eyesight, I have other gifts that I've learned to maximize, and probably the greatest gift of all, is that I don't happen to be light dependent like you are. The reality is that for you, when there's a power failure or something that causes all the lights and everything to go out, you scramble looking for an iPhone or a smartphone or a flashlight or something to bring light in, because we spent a lot of time bringing light on demand. To you ever since the light bulb was invented, I don't have that problem. The power goes out, doesn't bother me a bit. The reality is we've got to get away from this idea of thing that somebody is impaired because they don't have some things that we do. There are a lot of ways to get information, and eyesight is only one of them. Cynthia Washington  1:01:48 I love that, and that's exactly why I wanted you to explain that, because I think that's super important as we discuss unstoppable mindset. I think that's a critical necessity for society to learn and to know, and because you were able to find me using these great resources that you have and the work I'm putting forth intrigued you to bring me into this meeting with you. So I am, again, so grateful that we have this opportunity to collaborate in this space, bringing both our good works together to Oh, help level up awareness that there are no limits. We are unstoppable. Glasses shattering everywhere because of people like you and me who are doing this good work to change the trajectory of the world, and social media for me, has given me the opportunity to do what you do in this podcast. Michael Hingson  1:03:14 If you want people to be able to reach out to you and interact with you, how best can they do that Cynthia Washington  1:03:22 the like you did through LinkedIn is great. That's how I do receive most of my work is through LinkedIn. People find me there and will message me through then, LinkedIn, what? Michael Hingson  1:03:43 What's your LinkedIn name or your house? Cynthia Washington  1:03:47 Cynthia Washington. Okay, that's easy, yes. Cynthia Washington, Park City, Salt Lake City, will get you to me. Another outlet is through Instagram. I'm little bit more hesitant to reply to the direct messages on Instagram. I do try to filter a lot of my content and screen things. So I do trust LinkedIn a little bit more. As far as the messaging component is concerned, also, I have provided you with my email which you're happy I'm happy for you to share. Okay, so any of those three means will get you connected to me. I do not have a website. As I said, everything is organic, authentic and word of mouth. My Plate is really full, and so I like to be selective of the projects I bring on in hopes that they give back to society in one way or another. Lacher, I'm not doing it to chase every deal or get a bunch of free product. I do it with a very intentional Spirit giving back with gratitude that karmic effect goes a long way well. Michael Hingson  1:05:18 I hope people will reach out. You clearly have a lot to offer, and I think you've you've given us a lot to think about today, which I appreciate a great deal. So thank you very much for that. I want to thank all of you who are listening or watching our podcast today, or maybe you're doing both listening and watching. That's okay too. I want to thank you for being here with us. Love to get your thoughts. If you have any messages or our ideas you want to pass along. Love it if you'd reach out to me. Michael, H, I m, I C, H, A, E, L, H i at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, I B, e.com, you can and I would appreciate it if you would, wherever you're listening or watching this podcast, give us a five star rating, and please give us a review. We really value your reviews highly, and I would appreciate it if you would do that. If you know of anyone Cynthia, you as well, who you think ought to be a guest on unstoppable mindset, please let us know. Introduce us. We're always looking for people to come on to help show everyone that we're all more unstoppable than we think we are. But again, Cynthia, I want to thank you for being here. This has been absolutely wonderful. Can you believe we've been doing this over an hour already? Cynthia Washington  1:06:37 Oh no, not at all. Oh yeah. Well, I am so forever grateful again, and as we head into the holidays, just remind everyone to live with a spirit of gratitude, be kind to others. And there are no limits. It's time to shatter those limits that we have created as barriers and Live limitless with an unstoppable mindset. Michael Hingson  1:07:09 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. 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THE HUNGER is the fire that wakes you up, haunts you at night, and refuses to let you settle.This episode blends some of the most powerful lessons in discipline, mindset, and greatness — directly from icons who lived it every day.From Kobe Bryant's obsession with mastery…To Billy Alsbrooks' fire and purpose-driven message…To the painful truth that only the hungry rise…This is not just motivation — this is fuel for warriors and dream chasers.

What's next for the Lakers — and what can the new generation learn from the legends that built the game? In this episode of The CJ Moneyway Sh$w, CJ sits down with Ryan Ward, long-time Lakers Nation reporter and NBA analyst, to break down the truth about this year's Lakers roster, what went wrong in the playoffs, and how the team can rebuild to championship form. From honest talk about Anthony Davis and LeBron's leadership to the missing rim protection that cost the Lakers their postseason run, Ryan brings years of insider perspective — and CJ brings the passion that only a true fan can. The conversation doesn't stop at stats — it turns into a masterclass on mindset, legacy, and leadership. CJ and Ryan dig deep into what made Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality timeless — why his alley-oop to Shaq in the 2000 Western Conference Finals still defines what it means to never quit. They also debate the league's shifting power: from OKC's youth movement and Minnesota's rise to potential blockbuster trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, and how those moves could shape the NBA for the next decade. Whether you're a Lakers fan, a basketball purist, or a dreamer chasing greatness — this episode is a reminder that every season, like every life, is built brick by brick. Listen → https://pod.link/1707761906 Watch → https://www.youtube.com/@themoneywayshow8493 Shop → https://c.jmoneyway.com Subscribe → https://substack.com/@cjmoneyway?r=3vvrmy&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile #TheCJMoneywaySh$w #BishopKevinForeman #FaithInAction #Leadership #PurposeDriven #BrickByBrick #BleavNetwork #MoneywayMovement Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this gripping episode of the Exceptional Sales Leader Podcast, I welcome back Stephen Oommen after an eight-month hiatus to explore powerful concepts in sales leadership and personal development. Recorded against the backdrop of Stephen's journey from Microsoft to entrepreneurship, the episode delves deep into the principles of the "Mamba Mentality" as inspired by Kobe Bryant. It articulates the significance of relentless self-improvement, financial stewardship, and the importance of building meaningful human connections within the sales landscape. Focusing on sales as a form of dedicated problem-solving, this episode explores the impacts of mindset and strategy on achieving sales success. Attuned to the latest technological evolution with AI, Stephen discusses its implications on the sales industry while championing the irreplaceable value of genuine human interaction and continuous learning. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone committed to excelling in sales leadership by absorbing the mastery reflected in sports legends like Kobe Bryant and applying similar dedication to their career. To connect with Stephen and to learn more about what he does, please go to: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenoommen/

What if the shaking in your life isn't turbulence, but a transfer? In this episode, Pastor Mike Kai challenges leaders to see disruption as God's strategy for refinement and preparation. From ancient biblical wisdom to modern-day business lessons, he reminds us that we were born for such a time as this. In this powerful episode of Pound for Pound Leadership, Pastor Mike Kai unpacks why Inspire Church carries its name and vision for the future (00:16). He shares how God uses shaking, whether in economies, politics, or even personal challenges, to position us for growth and greater purpose (02:32, 04:21). Drawing from the story of Joseph (08:33) and the biblical wisdom of the men of Issachar (07:36), Pastor Mike highlights the importance of discerning the times and stewarding influence well (16:04). Listeners will also hear practical lessons from business and culture, including the faith-driven foundations of companies like Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out (17:14), and even the “Mamba Mentality” of Kobe Bryant as an example of pushing through pain with purpose (24:52). Through personal stories of setbacks, denials, and God's redirection (27:10, 30:36), Pastor Mike reminds us that every leader was built to multiply, advance, and steward for the Kingdom (31:44). This is a message of faith, resilience, and vision that will inspire you to see beyond the shaking and step fully into your Kingdom assignment. __________________ 00:16 Pastor Mike thanks everyone for coming to the lunch in and shares the story of how and why they changed the name of the church to Inspire Church when it was once called Hope. 00:26 Its about going home and being inspired and living an inspired life that God has for us. They did not rebrand it was a vision for what would become 25 years later. The meaning of the word in greek means breath of God, 01:27 Pastor Mike recognizes his wife Lisa Kai and thanks her for all of her support 02:32 so I believe with all of my heart that we were built for a moment like this, to survive shaking economies, political uncertainty or AI disruption. We're here to thrive. We're here to go beyond what we're seeing right now today. 02:55 The shaking is strategic- there is alot of shaking going on. Example during 2020 when covid took place the church shook your business 03:33 the book of Haggai chapter 2”6-9 is referenced 04:21 This is not turbulence its a transfer economically worldwide. God uses shaking to refine us and raleigh us and revelea things are shaken in your life. 04:53 Were you doing something in the past that Go says you dont need for the uther of yor business or your ministry? Is there something that you need to let go of? 05:06 Pastor Mike references his space shuttle example. Two solid fuel rocket boosters to catapult that space shuttle into its own orbit but it would release the rocket boosters. If you dont let it go its not going to take you where you need to go 05:47 what is in your life right now that you need to cutt off? 06/13 Pastor Mike shares he recently was in WA DC whiule the president was making alot of moves in the middle east. And how alot of CEO's were flow out to the middle east. Something is going to happen and we need to be ready for it 06:56 Pastor mike talks about the price of xrp ripple skyrocketing, and bitcoind and gold. 07:36 men of Isaka in the bible referenced. 12 tribes in Israel Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and his 12 sons. 07:58 we must understand the signs of the times. 08:33 it is going to take the anointing and the favor of one of my favorite people. Joseph in the old testament one of jacobs sons was sold into slavery by his brothers beacuaes they were jeolous of him. The book of genesis is devoted to his story. 09:13 Pharoah had a dream and none of his people could interpret his dream but someone remembered Joseph who was in prison that could interpret dreams. And because he was able to tell him what his dream meant he was elevated and no longer in prison but they used him for his prophetic skills 10:36 Do you know what things are going to look like for you paST 2026? Sometimes you can tell by the people around you. 10:51 Pastor Mike suggested speaking to elders and look at history to forecast too. 11:00 a book by Titus Cone was referenced tells a story about him arriving to Hawaii by 1836 and led one of the greatest revivals in history of the world. And we because the most literate people on the planet by 1830 13:57 Apostolic system was created by Joseph to prepare for the famine. 14:48 every influence that Pastor Mike has and that we all have is to influence change in the islands. 15:07 Pastor says that he gets told all of the tie on instagram to stay in his lane. 15:52 You are a business leader for Jesus, you understand the kingdom assignment. 16:04 What are you doing to influence society? 16:22 Deuteronomy chapter 8 verse 18 is referenced. Your prophet is the fuel for Gods purpose. Your success is the confirmation of his calling on you. 17:14 Pastor Mike shares the story of Chick-fil-a and how the founder didnt just build a fast food empire he built a company of biblical values. And in-n out, alaska airlines was also a christian owned business. And shared their corporate purpose. 19:05 Pastor Mike shares how he used to work for the airline and he used to look down at his job until a coworker said this to him: (you are on the ramp for Jesus) 22:33 The bible says without faith it is impossible to please God so stick your neck out. 22:49 mathew 25 references the parable of the talents. God knows the capacity of every person that he was working with. If given alot even more wil be required. Even when your big can you stil be faithful in the little? 24:52 April 12 2013 lakers vs warriors he talks about when Kobe Bryant tore his achilles, and talked about his rant on facebook and the mamba mentality. Even in pain im still in purpose. Sometimes pain is proof that youre still in teh game. 27:10 The call he got 10 years ago from the bank telling him he did not get approved for the 10 acres and how upset he was. He wanted to blame everybody. But God blessed them with another church to buy and a developer that is now opening their Kapolei location. 30:36 Sometimes a denial is actually a delay whether in your business or personal. Pastor mike encourages you to put Jesus first. Churches 10% is for God. 31:44 you were born for such a time as this. Multiply advance and stewart. You were built for this. Why because youre doing it for the kingdom 32:34 Prayer in closing

He's captured Magic Johnson's smile, Michael Jordan's flight, and Kobe Bryant's fire. In this episode of Hoopsology Podcast, we welcome NBA Hall of Fame photographer Andy Bernstein — the man behind some of basketball's most legendary images and the creator of NBA Photos. Bernstein opens up about:

This week Nana of AudioMe joins the podcast. We start off discussing how AudioMe will change the future of reading and audio books (7:30), what inspired the idea (8:50), how Nana started his journey as an entrepreneur (32:00), is right person wrong time a real thing? (57:10), and much more. Join us on Patreon ! http://Patreon.com/thegoodfellaspodcastFollow our guest herehttps://www.instagram.com/audiowithme?igsh=MWxsb3dpMXZ6a3dyOA==https://www.instagram.com/_gr8tgod?igsh=MTJodmp0OWE0aDE2NQ== For more Goodfellas content subscribe herehttps://instagram.com/goodfellaspod?utm_medium=copy_linkFollow us on Instagram HostsJigga: @Jigga.___Ron: @ronnieblancoAnthony Johns: @AnthonyJohns_DJ 1-UP: @dj1upnyc

Kobe Bryant wasn't just a basketball player — he was a prodigy who skipped college, a three-time champ with Shaq, a scandal magnet, a scoring machine, and eventually the face of the Lakers dynasty. Off the court, he became an Oscar winner, investor, and girl-dad icon. But on January 26, 2020, Kobe, his daughter Gianna, and seven others died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas. In this episode of Death in Entertainment, we trace the high-flying, controversial, and tragic life of the Black Mamba.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I reviewed CNN's documentary, "Kobe: The Making of a Legend". Recapped stories of Kobe Bryant's Italy childhood to HS stardom, Lakers, Vanessa Bryant marriage, family drama, post-NBA aspirations as a storyteller, fatherhood with Gigi, black mamba alter ego, assault allegation & Kobe's death/legacy. Featured basketball highlights & interviews with Kobe's former coaches, teammates & family friends. Like, comment & subscribe. What's your favorite Mamba Mentality moment is?

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In this episode, we dive head first into all of the drama surrounding Jordan's GLP-1 experiment. No BS. No beating around the bush. You like drama? Here's your drama.We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.comThank you!-J & MWATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z030QTG_BaITIMESTAMPS:(00:00) — Intro(00:11) — Road dogs & golf tournies(03:48) — Grace & Grit (shoutout Joelle Cavagnaro)(06:44) — The secret GLP-1 experiment(15:23) — Who are GLP-1s really for?(22:51) — GLP-1 impacts on health markers(25:31) — The messaging around GLP-1s & the need for nuance & skepticism(30:22) — Is the experiment going to continue?(34:03) — There's no biological "free lunch"(39:29) — Happy 1st birthday, Slim Jim! (& some advice for new parents/parents-to-be)(42:59) — This kid has the Mamba Mentality(44:38) — Goodbye Instagram(49:51) — Putting GLP-1 usage into perspective(53:58) — A little teaser for next week(56:23) — Wrap-upFollow the show on social:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcastJoin our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6pCheck out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.comIf you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.comIf you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review.----Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post MediaWebsite: https://www.inpostmedia.comEmail: david@inpostmedia.com© 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

Rick and Ron use Kobe Bryant's Mamba Mentality as a basis to help creative artists bring a fearless, relentless pursuit of absolute excellence to their art.

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LB is short for "Lil Bro." Michael Loomis is my 3rd guest from the Man Overseas Retreat in Costa Rica. Michael & I have logged hundreds of hours on the phone, and I couldn't wait to finally meet him. Plus, he reminds me a lot of a younger Man, hence the nickname—except he's a lot taller and a little better-lookin'.In this episode, we talk about his journey from Portland to Nashville, his faith that's shaped who he is today. Then we go even deeper—he opens up about what it was like growing up with a mother who struggled with alcoholism & mental health issues, how that's affected his view of love, reckoning with abandonment issues, and what forgiveness really looks like.As a former collegiate basketball All-American, LB has strong opinions on the GOAT debate. He tells a story about sitting next to Danny Ainge at the SEC tournament a few months ago—if you love the NBA, you'll appreciate this one. From Kobe's mindset to Michael Jordan to Anthony Edwards' rise, this episode has plenty for hoops-junkies.

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During the 3pm hour of today's show Chuck & Chernoff talked about Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuna Jr.'s soon return, Cobbe Bryant's potential for the Falcons, and The Tom Glavine Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click the link for The School of Greatness Podcast if you want to see the whole Kobe Bryant interview. In this episode of the Radio Coffee House, Clint Armitage explores the powerful concept of "God's Mamba Mentality," inspired by the legendary Kobe Bryant. Clint delves into Kobe's remarkable journey from a struggling young player to the best in the state, emphasizing the importance of hard work, resilience, and the fundamentals of the game. However, he takes it a step further by integrating God's wisdom into this mentality, illustrating how divine guidance elevates our efforts beyond earthly achievements. Clint shares how Kobe's father's unconditional love provided a foundation of security that empowered him to pursue greatness. This mirrors the love that our Heavenly Father offers us, reminding us that our worth is not tied to our successes or failures. The episode encourages listeners to embrace their own struggles with the assurance that God loves us no matter the outcome. Clint also highlights key verses from Proverbs and Ecclesiastes, emphasizing the necessity of committing our plans to the Lord and recognizing that true success comes from aligning our efforts with God's purpose. He challenges listeners to reflect on their calling, to work diligently on their gifts, and to seek God first in all endeavors. The episode serves as a powerful reminder that with God at the forefront, our potential is limitless. Join Clint in this inspiring discussion that blends sports wisdom with spiritual insight, and discover how adopting God's Mamba Mentality can transform your life and the lives of those around you. -----

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During a practice round at a major golf tournament recently, one of the players hit an exceptionally beautiful shot. A fan in the gallery exclaimed, "Man, I wish I could hit a shot like that!" The player walked over to the fan and said, tongue-in-cheek, "No, you don't." The fan looked confused. "What do you mean?" The player replied, "You don't want to hit a shot like that because that means hitting a thousand balls a day, every day, for the next 20 years. That's what it takes to hit a shot like that." And that's true for pretty much everything you want to accomplish life—whether it's playing golf, the piano, selling, investing, or mastering AI. If you want to be elite, you have to do a lot of repetitions of the same thing to reach the top.  Adopt The Mamba Mentality You've got to practice constantly. And this is what a lot of people miss. See, the truth is you can have anything in life you want—pretty much within reason—as long as you're willing to do the boring work. You know what separates Warren Buffett, the greatest investor of our generation, from other investors? He's read over 100,000 financial statements in his lifetime. Think about that. 100,000 financial statements. That's not exciting work. That's not sexy. It is sitting alone, poring over numbers, analyzing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, day after day, year after year, decade after decade. But that boring work made him one of the richest people on the planet. Or look at Kobe Bryant. Kobe was famous for his "Mamba Mentality" which meant showing up at 4 AM to practice, hours before his teammates. It meant shooting thousands of the same shots over and over. His trainer once said Kobe would practice one simple move 700-800 times in a single session. Not 10 times, not 50 times. 700-800 times. The same move, over and over and over again. That's the boring work that made him a legend. Going out to the driving range and hitting a thousand balls with your seven iron is one of the most boring things you can possibly do. Crap, hitting 50 balls with your seven iron is boring. But that's what separates the top performers from the low performers—they're willing to do the boring things. Top Performers are Always Working at It In sales, top performers are constantly studying. I meet them all the time. They show up in my seminars, read my books and listen to my podcasts. They're taking courses on Sales Gravy University. They invest in learning and practicing every single day.  When we run role plays, they jump right in. They recognize that, yeah, that's boring work. But you've got to do the boring things, the repetitive things, to get what you want.  Be Careful What You Wish For So the questions you have to ask yourself when you make that wish for what you want or set a goal is: How bad do you want it? Are you willing to do the work?  Are you willing to make the sacrifice?  Are you willing to grind day in and day out?  Are you willing to do all of boring reps that nobody ever sees in order to reach the very top?  Success is Paid for In Advance With Boring Work You can accomplish anything once you accept that the price for success is paid for in advance. The price of admission to the elite levels of any profession is doing the boring work that most people aren't willing to do. Let me give you an example from my own life. Years ago, when I was starting out in my sales career, I made a commitment to make 100 cold calls every single day no matter what. Rain or shine. Good mood or bad mood. Whether I felt like it or not. You know first hand that cold calling is not exciting work. It's tedious, repetitive, and rejection dense. Honestly, most people—including my boss—thought I was nuts.  But those 100 calls a day allowed me to out perform and out earn all of my peers. It made me the top sales rep in my fortune 200 company. It bought houses, made me wealthy, and eventually gave me the platform to write book...

In this week's Consistent Contemplation episode, we explore the range of episodes of the last few weeks. From understanding the teachings of suffering for our spiritual practices to the need for service to embracing the "Mamba Mentality," these episodes truly enhanced our spiritual journeys. In our guided meditation, we explore the idea of how insignificant we may feel in front of the universe and yet truly one with it all. It's the practice of 'Not This, Not This' detailed in Vedanta philosophy. Join us as we reflect and meditate together in this sanctuary! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of Intellectual But Ignant, Mako sits down with Jay Chulo, CEO and founder of Free Hugs. They cover a little bit of everything—from growing up on Hambrick Road to having most of his family in Chicago, and what it was like being the youngest of five siblings. Jay opens up about the music that shaped him, from Sade to Teena Marie, and how those soulful sounds influenced not only his life but the way he treats women. The conversation also touches on Kobe Bryant's impact on this generation and how embracing the Mamba Mentality helps you push through both adversity and success. They dive into how Mako and Jay first met through a mutual friend—Yung Nellz—who's no longer with us. Long live the legend. They reflect on how losing someone close can either break you or motivate you, depending on your mindset. The two also discuss what it means to be a girl dad and how Jay's daughter inspired the creation of Free Hugs. That love and inspiration continue to drive his work. On a broader scale, they even get into how tariffs with China could affect the clothing industry now and in the near future This episode is packed with real talk, life gems, and an authentic connection between two driven individuals. So kick back, relax, and don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok!

Diving into two basketball legends, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, and what we can learn from their approach to the game of basketball.-----LeBron on discipline,"You have to sacrifice loved one for a long period of time."Kobe on the Mamba Mentality,"The mindset isn't about seeking a result—it's more about the process of getting to that result. It's about the journey and the approach. It's a way of life. I do think that it's important, in all endeavors, to have that mentality ." ----SourcesLeBron - Jeff Benedict Showboat - Roland Lazenby The Mamba Mentality: How I Play - Kobe Bryant-----You can check stay connected and support below:WebsiteBook: Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of Excellence ApparelInstagramX

How did Kobe Bryant truly dive into the clutch moments of a game through mamba mentality? How did Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls focus as winners like Zen masters?Well, there was a secret weapon behind it all - George Mumford. George is a psychologist and mindfulness coach who has worked closely alongside Phil Jackson's Chicago Bulls, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan and other Olympic athletes to help them focus, and meditate as athletes.He also was Kobe Bryant's mindfulness coach.He's been the mindfulness coach for Stanley Cup-winning hockey teams and NBA champions throughout his career! Mumford is the author of books like, 'The Mindful Athlete.'In our conversation today, George talks about his amazing Kobe stories, close experiences and what he learned from champions like Michael Jordan and his time living as Julius Erving's college roommate. George also talks about what it takes to be a clutch, focused and ever-present athlete. He teaches us how we can be in the NOW and remain calm and composed in our daily lives. In essence, what it takes to garner mamba mentality in our daily hurdles.Listen to George's journey, fun stories with athletes and of course his life philosophy for us all to meditate on TOGETHER. Join us in this conversation to seek and learn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In loving memory of my brother Arlington Forbes and to ensure his voice and messages continue to live, we will replay classic episodes co-hosted with Arlington. He was wise beyond his years and we felt replaying his classic episodes will keep his messages current and he will continue to inspire and bless us all.What's up pod people! This week is a very special episode where we discuss The Great Kobe Bryant. We look at the Mamba Mentality and how applied to your finances can take you to your money to MVP status....MOST VALUABLE PORTFOLIO!!! This is also an intimate conversation where 'The Black Guys' share some of their intimate stories and moments they experienced having worked with the man himself the effect it had on them financially, in business and in life in general. The spirit of Kobe Bryant is in the building! Let's get it!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/2bg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Send us a text"When it came to basketball, I had no fear." ~ Kobe Bryant.Ain't that the truth. Today I'm rocking out of Kobe Bryant's book "Mamba Mentality. How I Play." I will show you why he had no fear, how he could adapt so quickly to the NBA, and most importantly, how you can take the Mama Mentality into your personal and professional life. PS. Buy this book. It's relevant to any area in your life. (and the chapters are short too:) Text me for a free worksheet to accompany this episode.  Support the show

Ava Rush is dominating the basketball scene—and she's only getting started.In this episode of SportsLifeTalk's You Got Next, Ava shares her journey from watching her sister play to becoming a 3-time All-American and Nike EYBL star.

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What if resilience isn't just about bouncing back but about pushing past every excuse in your way? In this episode, Ryan Leak reveals how embracing the Mamba Mentality reshaped his approach to growth, why intellectual humility is the key to navigating tough conversations, and how the right team can make—or break—your biggest dreams.Get ready for a mindset shift that will challenge you to level up daily—listen now!3 Key TakeawaysResilience is a choice – Push past excuses and commit to daily growth.Humility builds bridges – Stay curious and open to tough conversations.Your team shapes success – The right people turn dreams into reality.Timestamps0:00 Ryan Leak's Journey and Philosophy on Success5:27 Chasing Failure and Meeting Kobe Bryant17:19 Defining and Practicing Resilience17:52 Finding Purpose and Impact23:15 Navigating Change and Building Bridges34:25 Strategies for Working with Complicated People44:09 The Importance of Team BuildingConnect with Ryan LeakWebsite: ryanleak.comInstagram: @ryanleakLinkedIn: Ryan LeakYouTube: Ryan LeakBook: How to Work with Complicated PeopleStay InspiredNever miss an episode of Inside the Inspired! Get the motivation, strategies, and real-world insights you need to push past limits and level up your life. Subscribe and follow us on your favorite podcast platform for weekly episodes that keep you moving forward. Hit that follow button now and stay inspired!Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-the-inspired/id1535384791Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FV1VqP5bth6A7dEt5wo9VYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jonathanzcohen

Watch clips on YouTube! Subscribe to the FIRST THINGS FIRST YOUTUBE CHANNEL Kevin Wildes talks about “accidental legacies” and how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jayson Tatum still have time to form their own legends and become the face of the NBA. He also tells a story about Kobe Bryant and how his “Mamba Mentality” created his own legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mason and Ireland tip off the show with the Lakers taking on the New York Knicks tonight! Will Austin reaves be back in the lineup tonight? The Rams have made another signing for their offense! Pepe Mantilla joins the guys in the studio! Ireland shares a story about Kobe and ping pong. Wheel of Questions! Mychal Thompson also joins the guys in the studio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

C&R laugh about Love is Blind & have a great Timothy Chalamet topic! He went all Michael Jordan on his SAG acceptance speech & the guys loved it. They take calls about the pursuit for greatness & the Mamba Mentality! Luka takes on his former team tonight in Los Angeles! Plus, people need to lay off Shedeur Sanders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shan's Cabo trip recap. NBA all-star game format debate. Nico's expectations for Luka were too much. RJ's speech from his dad's funeral.

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Join us as Michael Cooper shares an unforgettable story about the legendary Kobe Bryant and dives into an NBA Legends edition of Start Bench Cut! In this video, we explore the three defining qualities that made Kobe a basketball icon: his unparalleled passion for the game, exceptional awareness on the court, and unwavering professionalism. From his jaw-dropping 81-point game to his remarkable resilience after an Achilles injury, Kobe's dedication to basketball was nothing short of inspiring. Discover how these traits not only shaped his career but also left a lasting legacy that continues to motivate athletes today. Don't miss this insightful discussion that celebrates the greatness of one of the NBA's all-time greats! — Key takeaways

What's up Rock Nation, today we've welcome the Hall of Fame NBA Photographer Andrew Bernstein. Andrew D. Bernstein isn't just a photographer - he's a storyteller who has spent over four decades documenting the greatest moments in sports history. From courtside at Lakers championships to behind-the-scenes with Kobe Bryant, his lens has shaped the way we see the game. A Hall of Fame photographer, longtime NBA shooter, and the co-author of The Mamba Mentality, Andy has built an unparalleled career capturing the essence of legendary athletes. Being that we both grew up in LA, we are huge Lakers and Kobe Bryant fans, so this episode was very special for us. If you've ever wanted to know what it takes to capture history through a camera, this is an episode you don't want to miss!Check out Andy here:https://www.instagram.com/adbphotoinc/?hl=enhttps://www.adbapi.com/SUSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: https://the505podcast.ac-page.com/rock-reportThe Creator Pricing Guide - The No BS Guide to Pricing Your Creative ServicesCoupon Code: ROCKNATION10 gets you $10 off at checkout for the bouldershttps://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/pricing-guideJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/xgEAzkqAvsLightroom Presets:https://www.kostasgarcia.com/store-1/p/kglightroompresetsCOP THE BFIGGY "ESSENTIALS" SFX PACK HERE: https://courses.thecreatorcoach.com/BFIGGYSFXPACKKostas' Amazon Storefront:https://amzn.to/3GhId2515% OFF Prism Lens FX with code: KOSTAS15https://bit.ly/42sNdejCollab with Artlist and get 2 extra months for free here:https://artlist.io/artlist-70446?artlist_aid=the505podcast_2970&utm_source=affiliate_p&utm_medium=the505podcast_2970&utm_campaign=the505podcast_2970Chase's Totality LUT pack:https://www.chasealexanderfilm.com/color/totalitylutpackTimestamps: 0:00 - Trailer00:56 - Intro1:46 - One Handed Crack2:55 - Documenting Kobe for 20 years5:20 - Making a book with Kobe13:28 - How Andy formed a friendship with Kobe16:31 - Iconic shot breakdown #117:39 - How Andy shoots an NBA game with 8 cameras20:54 - Why no one is allowed to take pictures from the catwalk anymore22:35 - The difference between shooting an NBA game with film vs. digital24:56 - Andy was crazy obsessed with his craft like Kobe was27:16 - Kobe hated the word “Potential”30:07 - Iconic shot breakdown #2 - 2001 Finals Kobe with the Trophy32:51 - Andy doesn't edit his own photos34:32 - Photographing Kobe's last game41:25 - Andy's process for shooting an NBA game44:28 - Andy on creating his company and working with the NBA47:34 - How Andy shoots an NBA game50:00 - Why Andy doesn't talk to anyone during a game52:37 - Kobe used Andy to get info about other players53:47 - Andy's dreams of being an NBA photographer56:24 - What Andy learned from his Photographer GOAT - Neil Leifer57:20 - Shooting on film and having to pull focus59:25 - Shooting the photo that sparked AIR JORDAN1:04:31 - Nightmares shooting film1:05:46 - Andy's camera settings1:07:54 - Andy's photography bible1:10:00 - Why older NBA photos look so much more “Iconic”1:11:34 - Getting “The Shot” back in the day was WAY harder1:13:12 - Andy's favorite lenses to shoot with1:16:35 - Usage and Licensing with NBA photos1:18:28 - Iconic shot breakdown #3 - Michael Jordan with the trophy1:22:36 - Creating a photo book with Phil Jackson1:31:42 - Advice to your 18-year-old selfIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/ Chase: https://www.instagram.com/chaseronii/ TikTok:Bfiggy: https://www.tiktok.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.tiktok.com/kostasgarcia/

On The Gate! A podcast hosted by two jailbird/recovering drug addicts and active comedians Geo Perez and Derek Drescher, who talk each week about their times in jail, what they learned, what you should know, and how they are improving their life or slipping into recidivism each day! This week we have Wolfgang Hunter and Shaunak Godkhindi! They talk about the art of tits in cinema, Indians, Wolfgangs beef with NBA and Denver Court legend Kobe Bryant and much more. ON THE GATE! ENJOY! Original air date: 01.06.25 Thanks to Monthly Knife Club https://www.monthlyknifeclub.com/YoDelta https://www.yodelta.com/YoKratom https://www.yokratom.com/FOLLOWGeo Perez Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/geoperez86/Derek Drescher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/derekdrescher/Wolfgang Hunter Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wolfgang_hunter/Shaunak Godkhindi Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shaunakg/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Episode 25 of the Flow State Podcast, Harry opens up about getting back in touch with the fear of pressing 'publish' and shares how he pushed through a recent bout of creative resistance. He recounts his experience walking the red carpet at the premiere of A Complete Unknown and answers fan questions about the power of rhyming and building a following from scratch. Harry also reflects on how Kobe Bryant's meditative focus and Mamba Mentality relate to creative flow states. As always, he closes the episode with a freestyle recap, weaving the key moments together with his signature flow. Show Notes: Harry Mack RapScript Freestyle https://youtu.be/nY6ZyAzH0vI Creative Resistance Freestyle https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDfT7I5Pk27/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== A Complete Unknown https://www.acompleteunknownfilm.co.uk/ The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan https://open.spotify.com/album/0o1uFxZ1VTviqvNaYkTJek?si=M0BvG4xwQAO73S_axd2JTw Highway 61 Revisited https://open.spotify.com/album/6YabPKtZAjxwyWbuO9p4ZD?si=5paC6yagQyeIryHUSTFT5A Harry Mack Interview: The Art of Improvisation, Power of Freestyle & His Musical Journey https://youtu.be/vqXnuQGcHhc?si=1weVkwXMVfHTpwSV Liam McEwan https://www.youtube.com/@LiamMcEwan Kobe Bryant's Last Great Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9GvDekiJ9c TEDxShanghaiSalon - Power of the Mind https://youtu.be/9_tYXFbgjZk?si=nTau8PAXwjLxGkGU CeeLo Green - Suga Baby (feat. Big Gipp & Backbone) https://open.spotify.com/track/0cPrQUVe9YEt5gkg2ZgEDj?si=61e040180ccd4e93 It Goes Deep https://www.harrymackofficial.com/it-goes-deep _______ Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:45 Getting past the resistance 00:23:34 Harry hits the red carpet 00:35:49 Kobe Bryant on meditative states of focus 00:44:36 Kobe Bryant on the Mamba Mentality 00:52:28 Q1: Why is rhyming so satisfying? 00:57:53 Q2: How do you build a fan base? 01:08:07 Freestyle submission 01:13:16 Harry reacts to It Goes Deep 01:23:56 Closing Freestyle

Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart explore Kobe Bryant's "10 Rules" for success, highlighting lessons applicable to life, business, and personal growth. They discuss concepts like getting better every day, proving skeptics wrong, learning from wins and losses, practicing mindfulness, and fostering ambition. The episode reflects on Kobe's Mamba mentality, his influence on sports and beyond, and how these principles can translate into everyday achievements. Whether seeking inspiration in personal endeavors or professional environments, this episode offers valuable insights from Kobe's extraordinary life. ---------- Connect with the hosts:     •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/     •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob     •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/     •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect:      •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive     •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up     •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Starting today, we are counting down our top 10 episodes downloaded in 2024. At #10 is this Mamba Mentality compilation, featuring the great, late Kobe Bryant.Spoken byKobe BryantMusic byAudiojungleAudiomachineWhitesandTune in tomorrow to find out #9. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, I sit down with Federico Muyshondt, CEO of BODYARMOR Sports Nutrition, to discuss the evolution of the sports nutrition industry and the importance of staying ahead in a competitive landscape. Federico shares how his team has transformed BODYARMOR and Powerade by focusing on innovation, functionality, and global expansion. He highlights how athletes' expectations have changed and the critical role sports nutrition plays in modern sports. Federico also reflects on how discipline, the "Mamba Mentality," and a strong family foundation have shaped his leadership and entrepreneurial success.

Buckle-up today my friends. International IMPACT Day is this week (October 10th). Therefore, I can think of no one better to be on the IMPACT SHOW podcast this week than a man who is creating a whole heck of a ton of IMPACT. His name is Andrew Ruiz and wait until you hear his inspiring story.  Andrew Ruiz is someone I've known for more than a dozen years. He started with me as a client when he was a college football player. Then he became an intern. A decade later, as a young father & husband, he enrolled in my God-Sized Dreams coaching program. And then he became part of my IMPACT-Coaching program for high-performers. And NOW, he is opening up our first proto-type IMPACT-X Performance brick & mortar franchise in Huntington Beach, CA. Let's GOO!!!  Andrew is one of the sharpest, smartest, and most empathetic leaders I know and he's doing amazing things both in his career as a leader within radiology at “C.H.O.C.” (Children's Hospital of Orange County) and now within the fitness space as the proud owner of IMPACT-X Performance Huntington Beach (CA).  Here is some of what we talked about on this week's IMPACT SHOW podcast:  You are the proud new owner of IMPACT-X Performance in Huntington Beach, CA. Your Grand Opening is on Nov 7th. You are in the middle of a complete buildout as we speak as MOMENTUM FITNESS transforms to IXP. How are you feeling? What are you MOST EXCITED for with your IMPACT-X Performance business?  How did all this come about? There are 4 pillars of IMPACT-X Performance…Fitness, Recovery, Life-coaching, and Faith. What are you MOST excited within these pillars? Which one of these pillars do you believe has the most growth opportunities? If you could look in a crystal ball or prognosticate the future, what is your vision of the future for your IXP? Where will you be in 5-10 years? Can you talk about the resources, mentorship, and guidance you've received throughout this journey of opening up an IMPACT-X Performance? You are leading the charge at IXP with long-time colleague and fitness industry standout Amanda Mittleman. Talk about that… As a leader (both at CHOC & IXP), what are Andrew Ruiz's TOP 5 LEADERSHIP Principles? If someone was considering taking their current gym and partnering with us to become an IMPACT-X Performance, why would they WANT to or NOT WANT to do this… You are busy as heck. Lots going on these days. What are 3-5 of your TOP HABITS as a busy professional that's keeping you sane.  WHY are YOU doing all this? BE THE LIGHT. What does “BE THE LIGHT” mean to you and why are you so excited for IXP and our mission to BE THE LIGHT and create more IMPACT in communities across America? Andrew is one of the best human-beings you will ever meet. He is full of empathy, compassion, and care, and truly wants to make a massive IMPACT in this world.  If you enjoy this episode, please share it with you family, friends, and colleagues. Additionally, please snap a photo of the episode and share it on your Social Media. You can tag us at: IG: @ToddDurkin @drewruiz12 @impactxperformanceHB  #Ep384 #IMPACTShow #Podcast #ToddDurkin #IMPACT   ** If you would like to learn more about IMPACT-X Performance, you can do so at www.IMPACTXfranchise.com or www.impactXperformance.com.   Andrew Ruiz, MBA, CRA Owner, Certified IMPACT Mindset & Leadership Coach Andrew's life purpose is to lead and coach in a way that positively IMPACTs others and ultimately makes a difference. Andrew is the Director of Imaging Services at Children's Hospital of Orange County, a 334-bed Pediatric Level I Trauma Center, where he is responsible for the overall direction of the health system's diagnostic and interventional radiology departments. He has been in the imaging field for the past 12 years and recently has become a certified Mindset & Leadership Coach so that he can continue to expand his ability to help others sustain ELITE performance and become the best version of themselves.  Andrew's passion for fitness, wellness, and personal growth has led him Todd Durkin, Travis Barnes, and the IMPACT-X Performance Franchise where he is looking to inspire countless individuals, maximize IMPACT and change lives. He has his bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, master's degree in Business Administration, and received his Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) credential in 2020. Family is everything to Andrew. He is a devoted husband and father of two amazing children. Spending as much quality time with them is his top priority, whether it be traveling, eating out, or a simple movie night. He absolutely loves to BBQ and watch football, baseball, and basketball. His favorite athlete of all-time is Kobe Bryant, and he prides himself on living life with the “Mamba Mentality” and never settling for mediocrity.

10/2/24 - Hour 2 Rich and the guys weigh in on the frenzy of media speculation surrounding a potential Davante Adams trade, including some curious comments out of Dallas from the Cowboys' brass. Chiefs All-Pro DT Chris Jones tells Rich how Kobe Bryant's ‘Mamba Mentality' influences his play on the field, discusses the Chiefs' Super Bowl 3-peat aspirations and his Hall of Fame dreams, and responds to people who are doubting his 4-0 team. FOX Sports/The Athletic's College Football Insider Bruce Feldman and Rich discuss Alabama's thrilling Week 5 win over SEC rival Georgia Bulldogs, Quinn Ewers' starting status for the Texas Longhorns in the wake of Arch Manning's impressive fill-in stint, and why Colorado two-way phenom Travis Hunter should be the Heisman Trophy frontrunner.  Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday  What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show (debuts Oct3): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson (debuts Oct2): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mason and Ireland are LIVE from Lakers Media Day! Lakers big man Jaxson Hayes joins the show first! The guys are then joined by Lakers Star Anthony Davis! Rui Hachimura also stops by to talk with Mason and Ireland! Jalen Hood - Schifino talks Mamba Mentality! Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht looks ahead to his first year in the NBA! Jarred Vanderbilt also joins the show in this first hour! Gabe Vincent stops by and says he is ready to go to start the year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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