Podcast appearances and mentions of Pierce J Brooks

Pierce J. Brooks is an empowerment speaker, coach and confidant giving practical solutions for people and teams to find meaning and inspiration from trauma. As a former college athlete, Pierce was pressured to excel in basketball, ultimately playing at the Division I level. After losing scholarships and his father's tragic suicide, he hit a personal rock bottom before age 20. Pierce responded with personal reflection, examination, and realignment of purpose. Most notably, Pierce shared his story in his TEDx speech “Playing the Game of Social Pressure.” In this episode, we uncover the steps athletes need to take when dealing with pressure and transition For more information on how to be smarter with your money check out our website at www.afrugalathlete.com Follow us on Social Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afrugalathlete/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrugalAthlete LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-frugal-athlete/ Follow Amobi Okugo [Founder] Twitter:https://twitter.com/amobisays Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amobisays/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/okugo/ Website: https://www.amobiokugo.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/afrugalathlete/support

Pierce was supposed to go to the NBA, but ended up resenting the game and quitting basketball. Here is a powerful story of taking ownership in one’s life and how gratitude can shift your relationship with the past. Pierce is an empowerment speaker, coach, and former Division I college basketball player. After losing scholarships and his father’s tragic suicide, he hit a personal rock-bottom before age 20. He has since found meaning and inspiration from trauma and now helps others do the same.Quotes to remember: “Everything happens for a reason; we are in charge of that reason.” “There is good that has emerged from the bad that has happened.” “Gratitude doesn’t mean absent of pain… it’s just seeing a fuller picture.” Takeaways:When your expectations are wrapped up with your identity, not meeting those expectations can be very painfulWe can find meaning in madness when we can accept what is; avoidance is a missed opportunity to find the meaning#ThirtiesAndTherapyIt’s important to have emotional safety with those you speak withIt’s great to admit that you don’t have it figured outWhy we need to be grateful for our hardships in some wayWe all desire significance What you’ll learn:How Pierce managed basketball as it became less and less fun and more about managing others’ opinionsWhat he did when he father passed away and he lost his scholarship within the same weekThe effect of wearing a mask and appearing as if he loved playing basketballPierce’s acceptance of being laid off during Covid and how he found meaning Cultivating gratitude despite the painMentioned on the podcast: https://piercejbrooks.com/Playing the Game of Social Pressure TEDxThe Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen CoveyLoving What Is - Byron KatieLink:Instagram

On this episode of ExpertsConnect, Empowerment Strategist and renowned TEDx Speaker, Pierce J. Brooks, provides deeper insights into how we can navigate through life's challenges and ignite our purpose in times of crisis. He discusses how he pivoted when confronted with loss in his life. He also shares his message to those dealing with the loss of a loved one to suicide, and further highlights the importance of finding meaning in tumultuous circumstances. Watch the Video and access the show notes here. Subscribe to our YouTube Thanks for listening! If you have enjoyed this conversation, please subscribe and share it with as many people as you can to help me empower the masses through knowledge!

Do you have trouble getting stuck in negative thoughts or circumstances?  Find yourself feeling stuck or like there's no way out of your situation.  Pierce J. Brooks has been there.   He had to deal with his father's suicide, losing basketball scholarships from 4 universities and even losing his day job as a result of Covid - 19.   Through all of his adversities, he has learned to pivot his thoughts and his focus to stay positive and create his best life.  He shares with Rebecca how he did it in this powerful, raw and real episode.   More About Pierce With first-hand experience dealing with great loss and great recovery, Pierce J. Brooks is an empowerment speaker giving practical solutions for people to find meaning and lessons from trauma. As a former college athlete, Pierce was pressured to excel in basketball, ultimately playing at the Division I level. After losing scholarships and his father’s tragic suicide, he hit a personal rock bottom before age 20. Pierce responded with personal reflection, examination, and realignment of purpose. Most notably, Pierce shared his story in his TEDx speech “Playing the Game of Social Pressure.”   Pierce is currently speaking online and at in-person events. He has transformed his career experience at CPG brands and sports and entertainment firms into a foundation for helping people across the professional and personal spectrum. Pierce is a graduate of Dickinson State University and the university’s first-ever student commencement speaker. He credits his uncle, Bill Duffy, one of the most successful sports agents in the world, for his guidance and positive influence. Pierce enjoys horseback riding, collecting vinyl records, and sharing his empowerment journey. On 28 May 2020, Pierce J. Brooks announced the launch of his flagship brand and company, Empowered Storytellers. The company will be a go-to resource for all things empowerment and encouragement, offering a slate of public speakers (including Brooks), multimedia content, connected community, structured self-help and teambuilding. Empowered Storytellers will feature athletes, artists, and thought-leaders who have taken the steps to overcome their own traumatic experiences or limiting beliefs to share their stories with individuals and organizations experiencing similar circumstances. ____________________________________________________________________________________ THIS WEEK'S SPONSOR INFORMATION:    “Keep Coming Back” Podcast features a series of one-on-one interviews focused around the paths to sobriety and recovery. Each episode explores an individual’s unique story, their relationship with drugs and alcohol, and explains how each navigates life today without a drink, a powder, or a pill.  Learn more, listen and subscribe right here:  http://keepcomingbackpodcast.com/ ____________________________________________________________________ For more information on REBECCA ZUNG, ESQ. visit her website www.rebeccazung.com and follow her on Instagram: @rebeccazung and YouTube! GRAB YOUR FREE CRUSH MY NEGOTIATION PREP WORKSHEET RIGHT HERE!  SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL RIGHT HERE.  Grab a copy of Rebecca's book, Negotiate Like You M.A.T.T.E.R.: The Sure Fire Method to Step Up and Win (foreword written by Robert Shapiro).   It went straight to being a #1 bestseller the first day it was launched!  Find out what everyone is so excited about - get the book RIGHT HERE!  To get your copy of Rebecca's bestselling book, Breaking Free: A Step by Step Guide to Achieving Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Freedom, please visit the Amazon website to order it RIGHT HERE.      Rebecca also is available for keynote speeches, and speaks around the country on "How to Successfully Negotiate With a High Conflict Personality" and "Win Any Negotiation in Just 6 Steps".   _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONTACT US:  rebecca@rebeccazung.com WEBSITE:   www.negotiateyourbestlifepodcast.com ........................................................................................................................ Remember to follow THE NEGOTIATE YOUR BEST LIFE PODCAST on social media for updates and inside tips and information: Instagram Finally, we'd really appreciate it if you would visit iTunes and give us a 5 Star Rating and tell us what you like about the show - your feedback really matters  DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

In the 223rd episode of the Keep Moving Forward podcast, I interview Owner at Empowered Storytellers and former collegiate basketball player, Pierce J. Brooks. To learn more about Pierce, you can follow him on LinkedIn and Instagram. To stay up to date on all things coming out of The KMF Collective, head on over to http://keepmovingforward.us/ and subscribe to my YouTube Channel. Always remember, you can beat the odds and go the distance, if only you keep moving forward.

Joining us for this special two part episode is Empowerment Strategist, Speaker and Coach, Pierce J. Brook. Growing up, having been predicted to reach a height of 6' 7”- Led to speculation and extreme pressure of Pierce, being Destined for a Storybook career in the NBA. Today we learn the story of how the high-demands of social pressure, strained relationships and expectations, and the untimely suicide death of his father have led him to discover and find meaningful inspiration from trauma. As a speaker- Pierce has shared his insightful and inspiring story on the TedX Stage. This is part one of a two episode talk with Pierce you won't want to miss. As new explore how pivoting through pressure is important for achievement in our lives. On this Episode of The Light Inside. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thelightinside/message

Joining us for this special two part episode is Empowerment Strategist, Speaker and Coach, Pierce J. Brook. Growing up, having been predicted to reach a height of 6' 7”- Led to speculation and extreme pressure of Pierce, being Destined for a Storybook career in the NBA. Today we learn the story of how the high-demands of social pressure, strained relationships and expectations, and the untimely suicide death of his father have led him to discover and find meaningful inspiration from trauma. As a speaker- Pierce has shared his insightful and inspiring story on the TedX Stage. This is part one of a two episode talk with Pierce you won't want to miss. As new explore how  pivoting through pressure is important for achievement in our lives. On this Episode of The Light Inside. ********************************************************************************************************************************************************************* PART TWO WILL AIR FRIDAY, JULY 10TH, 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thelightinside/message

This week I am honored to speak with Pierce J. Brooks! Pierce was supposed to be playing in the NBA by now, but instead he decided to pivot. Now Pierce is a TEDx Speaker and recently launched his business “Empowered Storytellers” with the mission to empower others beyond trauma.

Bonus Track: From Trials to Triumph w/ Pierce J. Brooks by Why Not Sports w/D. Murph

Pierce J Brooks is a TedX speaker, entrepreneur and former college athlete. He speaks on his basketball days playing alongside James Harden and other active NBA players. We also touched on his life after basketball and today's social issues.