A Tribe Called Yes™ with Daron K. Roberts: Recent Episodes
Daron K. Roberts, Author & Former NFL Coach
Welcome to A Tribe Called Yes™ with Daron K. Roberts. This podcast brings you closer to the world's most notorious risk-takers, trailblazers and enemies of the status quo.This podcast is for entrepreneurs looking for fuel to continue down the long road to success.This podcast is for disgruntled employees looking for insights on switching careers.This podcast is for students who want to jump off the conveyor belt of their major.This podcast is for people who want to make the jump, but need a little nudge.In short, this podcast is for you.Topics explored will include leadership, purpose, coaching, personal development, risk-taking, strategy development and entrepreneurship.This weekly podcast is hosted by Daron K. Roberts the Founding Director of the Center for Sports Leadership & Innovation at the University of Texas. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Roberts decided to take a sharp right turn and pursue a football coaching career. After asking 32 NFL teams for an internship, he finally received a "Yes" from the Kansas City Chiefs. He went on to serve coaching stints with the Detroit Lions, West Virginia Mountaineers and Cleveland Browns. He holds a B.A. in Plan II Honors and Government from the University of Texas (2001), an M.P.P. from Harvard’s Kennedy School (2004) and a J.D. from Harvard Law School (2007). Roberts is a contributor to Forbes.com, and his articles have appeared in The Dallas Morning News, Fortune, Houston Chronicle and Time.
NY Jets linebacker, Brandon Copeland is in a class of his own, and I mean that, he's literally in a class of his own. In the offseason, Copeland teaches "Life 101" at the University of Pennsylvania. The class explores life lessons and financial management strategies. In this episode, the Maryland native shares his toolkit for pushing through adversity and realizing your best self.
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Roger Montgomery has spent nearly 20 years as a sports agent. One story encapsulates his approach to life and his business. Among many others, Montgomery represented NBA All-Star, Jeremy Lin.
He tells the story of Lin expressing his fear of the unknown. Facing a crucial game in which he needed to prove himself in order to stay on with the Knicks, Lin confided in Roger, "I'm scared."
What was Roger's response? "Well, do it scared."
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Sisters Ali and Lauren Borowick grew up enjoying delicious chocolate-covered pretzels made by their mom. When they got older, they turned that weekend treat into a thriving business, dubbed Fatty Sundays. On today’s episode, the duo talks about entrepreneurship, working with family, and the work-life balance myth.
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As far back as he can remember, Eric Dungy dreamed of playing in the NFL. The son of legendary coach Tony Dungy, Eric grew up around the game of football and played collegiately at Oregon and USF. But when his NFL plans didn’t work out, Dungy pivoted, finding a career in real estate, and he’s committed himself to helping other athletes manage life’s many transitions.
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Jake Zweig is the director of player development with the University of Illinois football program, but his resume is long and varied. This former Navy SEAL is an entrepreneur, a business school graduate, a three-time Washington State science fair winner, and a reality TV star, and this episode is packed with motivational moments.
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Sports executive Pat Williams, co-founder of the Orlando Magic and the former general manager of the Philadelphia 76ers, has written more than 100 books, and today he writes and speaks about leadership, success, and teamwork, among other topics. Tune in to hear Williams’ words of wisdom on careers, finding a mentor, and becoming a great leader.
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Mike McCloud is the godfather of food sport. A journalist by education who then became an entrepreneur and launched his own ad agency, McCloud was working on a campaign for Kansas City Barbecue Society when he saw an opportunity in food competitions. That moment of inspiration morphed into the World Food Championships, which today is in its eighth year and hosts 1,500 chefs, home cooks, and pro teams annually.
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Francheska Martinez says mobility is her mission. This fitness guru has turned her passion for movement and mobility into a thriving business, helping her clients move their way out of pain. In today’s episode, she’ll also share tips on eating to feel good and sleeping for optimal performance.
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For the rest of the month of July, A Tribe Called Yes is going on vacation. Enjoy your summer, stay in the deep end, and tune back in for the next brand-new episode on August 6.
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Stephen Mackey is the founder and CEO of 2Words Character Development, a video-based leadership curriculum for high school athletes, coaches, and parents. Mackey got his start in this industry by working as a volunteer player development coach for a small high school football team in Blanco, Texas, but by putting full-time effort into his side hustle, he turned this passion project into a successful business.
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Every decade of her life, Donna Collins has done something completely different. From art teacher, to art consultant to the Saudi Arabian royal family, to feng shui instructor, to entrepreneur, Donna has followed her passions and interests wherever they take her. Tune in to this conversation with the CEO and founder of Jelly Queens as we talk about creativity, passion, pivots, and more.
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Bryan Carrington always looked at sports at a deeper level. As a kid, he’d snatch the sports section of the Houston Chronicle and read it on his way to school, devouring stats on his favorite players and athletes. Today, that passion for sports and stats still burns inside Bryan, and he’s putting it to work as the director of recruiting for the University of Texas football program.
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For the 100th episode of A Tribe Called Yes we brought in an extra special guest. Ryan Holiday is the New York Times bestselling author of five books and an accomplished marketer and entrepreneur. I've admired Ryan for a long time. Ego is the Enemy and Growth Hacker Marketing are guides for my personal and business lives.
In this episode, Ryan will dive deep into writing mechanics, how to weather a storm of "no's" and life hacker tips for squeezing more productivity out of your calendar.
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Chris Ogbonnaya never expected to be drafted in the NFL. The first African-American Academic All-American in the history of the University of Texas football program had always prioritized academics, but he took full advantage of his time in the league. After six seasons, Ogbonnaya retired and has dedicated himself to helping other athletes navigate their transitions as founder and CEO of All-Purpose Sports Advisory.
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From an early age, Taylor Strickland adopted a very mature and calculated way of dealing with failure. Depending on the scale of the disappointment, she gave herself three, six, or nine hours to wallow in it. Then, it was time to move on. Surviving, and even enjoying, failure has helped Taylor accomplish a lot, and she recently achieved a long-time goal of becoming an NFL cheerleader.
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Lani Silversides always knew she wanted to be a math teacher and a basketball coach, and today, she’s both of those things at the prestigious Phillips Academy Andover boarding school. But she’s also a Certified Sport Psychology Coach, an author, and the founder of Mindful Performance, a company that creates resources and programming to empower and inspire girls to play sports and be physically active. Did we mention she’s a breast cancer survivor? This incredible woman has a story to tell and you do not want to miss today’s episode.
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What do the most successful people in all professions have in common? A maniacal work ethic. ATCY host Daron K. Roberts has interviewed a lot of successful people in three years of this podcast, and today’s episode brings you some insight on how you can apply their practices to your life.
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Marc Trestman’s coaching resume is too lengthy and decorated to cover in its entirety, but highlights include stints at the Chicago Bears and the Toronto Argonauts and Montreal Alouettes of the CFL. The recently named head coach of the Tampa Bay XFL team set to debut in 2020 joined ATCY host Daron K. Roberts to share his inspirational philosophies on coaching and transformational leadership.
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The audiobook of ACTY host Daron K. Roberts' Amazon bestselling book "Call an Audible" is now available, and in this episode, Daron brings you the first chapter, which begins to tell the story of his pivot from Harvard Law to the NFL. Tune in and head to Audible to listen to the entire book.
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Jori Epstein came to her career in sports reporting in a very nontraditional way. As a freshman at the University of Texas, she joined the school newspaper, but didn’t want to miss her regular classes in order to report breaking news. Instead, she specialized in sports, which occurred on a predictable schedule. Today, she’s an NFL reporter for USA Today and her resume includes features at Sports Illustrated, the Philadelphia Daily News, and Dallas Morning News.
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Ashreen Mridha has been instrumental in creating a women’s national basketball team in her native country of Bangladesh. She’s a charter member of the team, which was founded in 2009, and continues to train and compete for her country even while juggling a full-time job as a brand manager at Unilever. But her larger dream is to bring the joys of basketball to women all around Bangladesh, and she’s determined not to let anything stop her in pursuit of that goal.
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Jake Thompson thought he wanted to be Jerry Maguire, but the sports agent life just didn’t jive with him. So he pivoted and started his own business selling motivational t-shirts outside a CrossFit gym. Today, that business, Compete Every Day, not only still sells t-shirts (and sweatpants and coffee mugs and hats and posters), but Jake also hosts a podcast, does speaking engagements, and posts all kinds of content to the company’s blog. His message is simple, compete against yourself to be the best you can be.
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Drew Ferris was not heavily recruited in high school, but he joined the University of Florida football team as a walk-on long snapper and eventually earned a scholarship and left Gainesville with two degrees. Inspired by an influential mentor, he then pursued a career in the NFL, spending time with the Seattle Seahawks and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although he faced rejection at numerous points in his journey, Ferris has always been ready to seize the next opportunity.
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Looking at his resume, you’d expect to see Kevin Shen in the C-suite of some high-powered firm in New York City. Bachelors in computer systems engineering and masters in sociology, both from Stanford. MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. And for a few years after graduating, Shen traveled that career path, but a well-timed layoff gave him the push he needed to pursue his true passion: acting. Now a full-time thespian, Kevin has appeared in stage productions at the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, and in films and television shows. Tune in to hear his story of making a massive and successful life pivot.
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In high school, instead of waiting to be recruited, Jarrod Barnes emailed every single Division I football program to introduce himself. After landing a spot on the University of Louisville team, Jarrod graduated with his bachelors in three years and transferred to Ohio State where he earned a masters of sport management in just one year and then enrolled in a PhD program, all while continuing to play football. Today, Jarrod is the CEO and founder of Prime U, an innovative leadership training company for athletes, coaches, and other professionals.
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Alexandra Franzen is a creative force of nature. The author of numerous books, Alexandra’s writing has also appeared in Time, Forbes, The Huffington Post, Newsweek, and Lifehacker. With her focus on creativity, productivity, goal-setting, and entrepreneurship, Alexandra is the perfect ATCY guest. She’ll help you learn when and how to say no and how to fearlessly pursue your dreams, no matter how far-fetched they may seem.
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When the Obama administration ended, Stephanie Gaither, then a Special Assistant to the Deputy Director of the Office of Management and Budget, faced a tough transition. She wanted to make her way into the private sector, and after facing a healthy number of rejections, she did exactly that, landing a new gig at Airbnb. As a woman who had eight internships in college and has worked in the bureaucracy of the public sector and the chaos of a tech startup, Stephanie has a unique insight into job hunting and career pivots, which she’ll share in this episode.
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Bernardo De Alba doesn’t believe in doing anything half-heartedly. Case in point, when he decided to try out road racing, the first thing he signed up for was a marathon. After that first race, he was immediately hooked and eventually ended up leaving a lucrative job in business development to pursue competitive triathlons full-time.
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Much to the horror of his parents, Rob Schad chose not to go to college upon graduating from high school. Instead, Rob became a digital nomad, traveling the world while making a living selling products on Amazon and meeting up with other digital nomads along the way. Rob is a self-educated success story and he’s got all kinds of tips and tricks about how to make your life one you are excited to live.
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Jolene Loetscher grew up in a small town in Nebraska, went to Northwestern as a Coca-Cola Scholar, and is now an entrepreneur, an advocate and a mother. Jolene recently ran for mayor of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and her story of faith, perseverance and grit is about to knock your socks off.
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For Whitney Holtzman, it all started with a love of football. A Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan practically from birth, Holtzman has worked for many of the top companies in the sports world, including ESPN, Turner Sports, the Tampa Bay Rays, Major League Baseball, VaynerMedia, and the Ross Initiative for Sports and Equality. Her hard work and that ever-burning passion for sports eventually led her to launch Social Victories, where she serves as founder and CEO and works to drive marketing strategy for athletes and companies.
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Matt Nordgren came to the University of Texas as a highly recruited quarterback, but once he got to campus, he found himself playing backup to Vince Young. Through his experience as a second-string quarterback, Norgren learned what it meant to be a leader without being the star of the team. He’s turned that into a fulfilling life, where connection is prioritized in every aspect of his relationships, and professional success as the founder and CEO of the ARCADIAN Fund.
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Ryan Davis only ever wanted to be happy. Yet, despite lacking a clear vision of her future and a deliberate path to follow to get there, Davis has found plenty of professional success in her adult life, including serving as senior director of development for the Miami Dolphins Foundation and as of October of 2018 taking on the title of chief development officer at the University of Michigan’s University Musical Society. This episode will help illuminate the personality traits and life choices that have led Davis to this point.
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As Jimmy Sexton tells it, he got lucky on his way to becoming one of the most powerful agents in football: his college roommate just happened to be one of the best defensive lineman of all time. But more likely the secret to his success can be found in his ability to form genuine and meaningful relationships with everyone he interacts with on a professional and personal level. This episode brings you a recording of a talk Sexton gave at the University of Texas in 2018, moderated by ATCY host Daron K. Roberts.
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ATCY is back! It's the new year and we're kicking off a brand-new season, chock full of inspiring interviews and tangible takeaways to help you hit your goals this year. Before we welcome our first guest of 2019, your host Daron K. Roberts has a few tips of his own to share.
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Kevin Turner had only one semester of college under his belt when he landed an internship at Apple. Initially hesitant to accept the position because it required that he take a semester off of school, some wise mentors, including ATCY host Daron K. Roberts convinced Turner to take the leap. In this episode, Turner shares his thoughts on risk-taking, asking questions, and the power of hard work.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Jodi Mixon is a champion problem solver and the queen of career pivots. After starting out as a teacher, Mixon leveraged her knowledge in the field of education to enter the tech world, introducing technology into toys and helping to create the Sleep Sheep, Ozobot, and more. Today, Mixon is the cofounder and VP of marketing for CryptoFury. Learn from the pivot queen how to make your next big move.
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Adesina Koiki got his start in sports journalism at the Syracuse college radio station and went on to work for ESPN The Magazine, but the reason we've brought him on the Tribe is because he left that cushy, secure ESPN gig to blaze his own trail. Koiki founded his own sports website A Lot of Sports Talk in 2012 and has since posted thousands of witty, smart, and insightful articles and covered hundreds of competitions and events. His perspective on failure, risk taking, and hard work will blow you away. Tune in.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
When Mason Ward sets his mind to something, nothing will stop him from achieving his goals. Thanks to a seemingly unlimited supply of grit, Ward found a way to go to college, secure his assignment of choice in the Navy, and then start 6Fathoms Consulting, which delivers critical leadership training to executives around the world. This episode brings you Ward’s story and plenty of advice about relentlessly pursuing what you want in life.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Henry Keculah's guidance counselor in high school told him he would never get into the colleges he applied to. Against all odds, he did, and instead of just getting by, he excelled, and he went on to do Teach for America and find his calling in the world of education. Today, Keculah is the founder of 4.0GPA, an education consultant firm that aims to give every student the opportunity to graduate from a four-year university, regardless of her or his race, financial status or zip code. Get out your notebooks, because this talented young teacher is about to impart some major life lessons.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Monica Kang wanted to be a diplomat. So she earned a master’s degree in strategic studies and international economics from Johns Hopkins and worked as a nuclear non-proliferation policy expert in Washington.
But she wasn’t happy. She realized creativity was the missing piece. After figuring out how to bring creatively into all aspects of her life, she founded InnovatorsBox to teach individuals and businesses to do the same.
On this episode, hear Kang’s pivot story and learn how creativity can change the way you approach life and work, no matter your job title.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Mori Taheripour is a professor in the Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. An expert in negotiation and dispute revolution, Taheripour has built a diverse resume, working with companies from the Red Cross to the Goldman Sachs Foundation to the NFL. Taheripour's first major negotiation was with her parents, who wanted her to be a doctor, and that's where our conversation begins in this week's episode. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
A day after his mother was killed in the Mother Emanuel AME Church shooting in 2015, Chris Singleton spoke to the press and memorably said, “Love is always stronger than hate.” In the three years since, Singleton has been busy, taking that message of love, empathy, and forgiveness on the road, not to mention playing professional baseball for the Chicago Cubs Minor League affiliate. In this live recording of the podcast, Singleton shares his story, and even inspires the audience to stand up, give hugs, and say “I love you.”Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Our first two-guest episode features Amin Bahari and Tim Cole, founders of Austin’s own Elite Sweets. This duo, along with co-founders Caleb Bluiett and Amir Bahari, created a gluten-free, low-sugar protein donut, and their story says a lot about what it takes to launch a successful business. Find out what lessons they learned along the way in this week’s episode. Hint: it involves a lot of trial and error, even more failure, and the willingness to accept, and react to, feedback.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Isaiah Lynn is a junior at Harvard College who took an unlikely path to Cambridge. After gaining admittance to Harvard as a transfer student, he needed to raise cash quickly in order to make his dream of going from the UK to Harvard a reality, so, he crowdfunded over $90,000 in four weeks! That's a prime example of commitment, ingenuity and perseverance. Listen to the amazing story of Isaiah and keep saying yes!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Moses West, a man who saved hundreds of lives in Puerto Rico. Using water-producing technology, the Army veteran founded the Water Rescue Foundation and brought safe drinking water to people in need following the hurricane. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Charlie Engle, an American ultramarathon runner from North Carolina. Charlie has raced in terrains from scorching deserts to wild jungles, including the Badwater Ultramarathon through Death Valley. His races usually last for over a 100 miles. His accomplishments were featured in the documentary Running the Sahara, a film narrated by Matt Damon. Listen to his amazing story and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features the Rodney Bullard, Vice President of Community Affairs for Chick-fil-A and Executive Director of the Chick-fil-A Foundation. Rodney is the author of, "Heroes Wanted", a book that vividly illustrates how all of us can be heroes in our communities. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Courtland Bragg, an award-winning production assistant for NFL Films. In his career, Courtland has been nominated twice for an Emmy for his work on the football series Hard Knocks, winning for his work on the season featuring the Houston Texans. His love for football goes back to his days as a student-athlete playing for West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features William McNulty, co-founder and CEO of Team Rubicon, an international disaster relief organization. A former Marine, William was shocked by the devastation of the Haitian earthquake of 2010 but was inspired by military efforts to aid in relief. He, along with fellow Marine Jacob Wood, decided to start Team Rubicon to not only aid in disaster relief but help veterans readjust to civilian life. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Jen Welter, the first female coach in the National Football League. Before her game-changing career as an inside linebacker coach for the Arizona Cardinals, Jen herself played professional women's football for teams such as the Dallas Diamonds and Dallas Dragons. In 2015, she was presented with the Women's Entrepreneurship Day Sports Pioneer award at the United Nations. Check out this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Joe Maloy, a recently retired U.S. Olympic Triathlete who competed at the 2016 games in Rio de Janeiro. A New Jersey native, Joe represented his country at events in 21 different countries and anchored for Team USA at the first ever mixed team relay in 2016. His eight year career held many accomplishments including being the first American person to win the Noosa Triathlon. Listen to his episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Will Baggett, an Operations Coordinator for College Football Playoff. When he's not working to create one of the biggest annual events in college sports, Will also works for Professional Image Consultant, a company he founded in Atlanta. His company works to mold professional employees into power players with classes on business etiquette. Listen to this episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Max Berkowitz, producer and host of the Pillow Talk Show for NESN.com and an impact media producer. When he is not wearing pajamas and starring in his New England Sports show, he runs Not A Billionaire, a filmmaking company focused on creating a positive impact. He is a graduate of Syracuse University. Listen to this episode and stay tuned next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Caylin Moore, a former safety for the TCU Horned Frogs and current Rhodes Scholar. Caylin was one of 32 recipients chosen for the prestigious scholarship, which sends students to study at the University of Oxford for a graduate degree. He founded the non-profit S.P.A.R.K. which aims to inspire at-risk kids, like himself, to dream big and continue their education to achieve their goals. Listen to Caylin's story and stay tuned next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week we sat down with Colin O'Brady, a professional endurance athlete, mountain climber, and motivational speaker. Colin holds two world records for mountain climbing and is a former world class triathlete who represented the United States in the ITU Triathlon World Cup. He is also the founder of the Beyond 7/2 Project.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Lauren King, an Audio Video Specialist for TD Garden by day and owner of Caked by night. When she is not making content for the home of the Boston Celtics, she flexes her baking skills at her very own bakery which specializes in gourmet cupcakes. Lauren is also an alumni of the University of Texas at Austin and Harvard University. Listen to this episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Rory Verrett, founder and managing partner of Protégé Search, a search firm that helps client recruit diverse talent. In addition to his work at his company, Rory served as Vice President of Talent Management and Public Affairs for the NFL and president or executive director of several other firms. He is a graduate of Howard University and Harvard Law School. Listen to this week's episode with Rory and check out past episodes on Buzzsprout!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode feature Steve Patterson, a sports executive who is current the CEO and President of the NHL's Arizona Coyotes. Steve has also worked for other big names in sports such as the Portland Trail Blazers, Houston Texans, and Houston Rockets. He also served as the athletic director for the University of Texas. Listen to this amazing conversation and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This episode features Jason Feldman, Head of Global Innovation for Amazon. Jason attended George Washington University as a Coca Cola Scholar for both his bachelor's and master's and has worked for other giant companies such as Home Depot and L'Oreal. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Madi Pfaff, an artificial intelligence product manager for Comcast. Madi graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with degrees in Computer Science and Mathematical Decision Science in only three years thanks to her drive and true grit. She is also an advocate for women in STEM. Listen to this amazing episode and stay tuned next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This episode concludes our conversation with Kevin Carroll. Kevin is an Air Force Veteran, a former trainer for the Philadelphia 76ers, and the founder of Kevin Carroll Katalyst. His clients include ESPN, Starbucks, and Disney. Kevin is also an author and motivational speaker. Listen to this amazing conversation on hard work and positive influences and stay tuned for our next episode!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This episode features the first half of our conversation with Kevin Carroll, author and founder of Kevin Carroll Katalyst. Before founding his consulting firm, Kevin was a trainer for the Philadelphia 76ers and a translator for the Air Force. His company has consulted with big names such as the NHL, ESPN, Starbucks, and more. Listen to this amazing conversation and stay tuned next week for more!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This episode features the second half of our conversation with Rocky Seto, a former USC football player and NFL coach turned pastor. Rocky shares with us how he landed a job with the Seahawks through a serendipitous meeting at a volleyball game, and why he was called to leave the team and join the ministry. Listen to this amazing episode on chance, challenge, and Christ and tune in next week for more great conversations!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This episode features the first half of our conversation with Rocky Seto, a former USC football player and NFL coach turned pastor. Rocky shares with us his childhood dream of being a Trojan and the path he took to get there, which included three years at a junior college before he reached his goal. He also talks about his road to becoming an NFL coach and how he left his football career behind to join the Baptist ministry. Listen to this amazing episode and tune in next week for the second half!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week's episode features Sons of Confederate Veterans member Marshall Davis. We discuss topics from the recent removal of Confederate statues on UT's campus to the use of Confederate flags during the Charlottesville march. Listen to this intriguing conversation and remember to Keep Saying Yes!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Today’s episode features Ari Gootnick, creator of Project Four Degrees. Ari traveled from Los Angeles to New York with the help of people within his social network. His adventure will be turned into a documentary which will highlight the importance of interconnectivity in our world today.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
In part 2 you will hear the last half of our conversation with Christian Taylor.
An Olympic triple jumper, Taylor scratched his first two jumps at the 2012 London Olympics before completing a gold medal-winning jump of 17.81 m. In 2011, he won the World Outdoor competition with the third best jump in American history. He was only 21.
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We continue our #GoFortheGold series with Christian Taylor.
A clutch performer in the men's triple jump, Christian scratched his first two jumps at the London Olympic Games before delivering in dramatic fashion and eventually winning the gold medal. In three years competing for the University of Florida, Christian Taylor was a 10-time NCAA All-American. But his career went to a new level when he won the 2011 World Outdoor title with the third best American performance of all-time. At age 21 he was the youngest jumper in the final. Within the 10 All-American honors includes three NCAA Championships (2010 outdoor triple jump; 2009 and 2010 indoor triple jump). Taylor has also won a total of eight SEC championships in the long jump, triple jump and 4x400m relay.
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A three-time Olympian in the four-man bobsled, Steve and his team became the first Americans to win a World Championship title in 50 years in 2009. A year later, they won gold for the first time in 62 years for the U.S. at the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games.
Steve and his sister, Dr. Leigh Mesler Parise, founded Classroom Champions and have grown it into an international organization affecting change in classrooms and donating needed technology. As of 2017, Classroom Champions Olympians, Paralympians, and college student-athletes have mentored more than 19,000 at-risk students across the U.S., Canada, and parts of the Caribbean and Central America.
In this episode, Steve will take us on a journey through his quest to escape "normal" and win an Olympic gold medal. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Kerry Simmonds walked onto the campus of the University of Washington wanting to become a doctor. She had never rowed before, but decided to take a risk and walk-on to the rowing team. Fast forward to the 2016 Olympics and Kerry Simmonds found herself being crowned a gold medalist. This episode ushers in our new series: #GoFortheGold.
We will bring you three unique stories of Olympic gold medalists and give you a blueprint for achieving the unthinkable and extraordinary goals in your life.
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Eileen Chao, CEO and founder of Interview Ready Now, and I are teaming up to help you tackle rejection.
We became great friends as undergrads at The University of Texas at Austin, and now, we are both helping people to design their ideal lives. Eileen is one of the top career coaches in the country. She helps people travel from where they are to where they want to be.
In this first episode of Season 2, we are launching a campaign to examine past rejections & show we can use them to fuel the futures we desire. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Hey, Tribe! After 40 episodes in Season 1, we are gearing up to bring you an amazing lineup for Season 2. Come back in September to hear another slate of risk-taking change agents!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Kristin Parker's rise from pharmaceutical sales rep to the CEO of Lexicon Medical is a story of resilience, faith and old-fashioned hustle. In an effort to give people across the world the most essential gift: hope, Kristin tells a candid story of how she outmaneuvered divorce, heartache and doubt to create a company that is a marketing juggernaut. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Kristin Parker's rise from pharmaceutical sales rep to the CEO of Lexicon Medical is a story of resilience, faith and old-fashioned hustle. In an effort to give people across the world the most essential gift: hope, Kristin tells a candid story of how she outmaneuvered divorce, heartache and doubt to create a company that is a marketing juggernaut. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
In Calvin Gladney’s second episode, the Harvard-educated lawyer turned entrepreneur calls on every member of the Tribe to “do you”.
Gladney emphasizes that all people should be able to read well, communicate and understand basic finances.
Calvin Gladney is here to teach you how to have a positive impact on the world by capitalizing on your ability to get in the zone while working on the things that interest you. Let the founder of Happier, Better Lawyer help you become a Happier, Better YOU and keep saying YES!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
A Harvard Law graduate who now considers himself a Fully Recovered Attorney, Calvin Gladney has lived a life filled with transitions. Having navigated the worlds of law, government, and real estate, Gladney attributes his successes to a willingness to, “Jump off the diving board and not be 100% clear whether there is concrete or water down there”.
Gladney discusses how entrepreneurial skills are invaluable assets to use across all industries and shares his insight into the steps that people often skip on their way to becoming entrepreneurs. Let Calvin Gladney inspire you to take your leap of faith and keep saying YES!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
"When the toilets need to be cleaned, leaders are the ones that grab their smallest toothbrush any get going."
A Green Beret turned NFL long snapper, Nate Boyer will show you the value of being a little naïve, and his method of getting incrementally better at a task each day through focused repetition. In this episode, Boyer provides a peak inside the mind of the World's Most Interesting Man.
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In the second part of his interview, Jeremy Thiel provides actionable tips for how to get to where you want to be. In a time where social media encourages people to compare their internal value to the external value of others, Jeremy reminds us that truly successful people are transparent and authentic. He talks about how great leaders must have hearts capable of compassion and love and be able to use the correct communication channels to mobilize an audience.
Jeremy Thiel can help you have a positive heartset and say Yes to stepping up as a successful leader.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This week’s podcast comes from a live interview at SXSW, as Jeremy Thiel joins the tribe to talk through the lessons he has learned as the co-founder of CrossFit Central in Austin, TX. Jeremy believes that CrossFit offers more than just a location to workout, as it provides the sense of community and acceptance that so many people are looking for.
In part one of this conversation, Jeremy discusses the role of addiction in social media use, the presence of vulnerability at the gym, and the value of taking a cold shower at 4:30 every morning. Let Jeremy Thiel teach you how to get your day off to a good start so that you can go out and “Say Yes”.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Hilary Johnson comes to ATCY as the founder of Hatch Tribe, an organization that strives to mentor and assist aspiring female entrepreneurs. The author of “A Girls Guide to Surviving the Startup with Your Mind, Body, and Soul Intact” and an experienced entrepreneur herself, Hilary is an expert on the difficulties and payoffs of starting your own company.
In this episode, she discusses the tactical details of designing a business plan, leaving the stability of the corporate world, and struggling through the initial stages of the start-up lifestyle.
Hilary focuses on learning from failure and pursuing goals that will make you say “Hell Yeah!” when you are on your deathbed. Let Hilary help you determine your core purpose by finding “what lights you up” and keep saying YES! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Welcome back for part 2 of the Alison Byrne Fields interview!
Alison’s entrepreneurial spirit is rooted in the belief that problems in this world are not merely things to be complained about, but rather opportunities to create something better. She discusses the importance of written communication skills, the value of travel, and the role of the media in the current political climate.
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With a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from Hampshire College and a Master of Public Policy from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, Alison Byrne Fields is bringing the weapon of storytelling to the fight for social justice. She is the founder of Aggregate, a creative strategy group that helps individuals and non-profits use the media to bring about social change.
Alison’s entrepreneurial spirit is rooted in the belief that problems in this world are not merely things to be complained about, but rather opportunities to create something better. She discusses the importance of written communication skills, the value of travel, and the role of the media in the current political climate.
This episode will convince you to say yes and use the skills you have to fight for the causes you believe in.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Welcome back to part 2 of the Brandy Saverese interview.
Ms. Savarese has ten years of publishing experience. Ms. Savarese joined Greenleaf from university press publishing, with a particular focus on acquiring and developing books in the fine arts (especially photography) architecture, and humanities. Brandy has a bachelor's degree in Italian and art history from the University of Georgia and a master's degree in architectural history from the University of Virginia.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Welcome to the Tribe, Brandy Saverese. Brandy was my editor for "Call an Audible". She has an uncanny ability to coax words from a dry well. Many of you have expressed a desire to write a book one day, and listening to both of these episodes will help you plan the necessary action steps to reach that destination.
Ms. Brandy Savarese has been Editor at Large at Greenleaf Book Group, LLC since July 2015. Ms. Savarese has ten years of publishing experience. Ms. Savarese joined Greenleaf from university press publishing, with a particular focus on acquiring and developing books in the fine arts (especially photography) architecture, and humanities. Brandy has a bachelor's degree in Italian and art history from the University of Georgia and a master's degree in architectural history from the University of Virginia.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Chris-Tia is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thank God It’s Natural (tgin), a manufacturer of natural hair and skin care products, currently sold in Target, Whole Foods, Sally’s Beauty, and Walgreen's. In her role, she oversees all aspects of day-to-day operations, sales, and strategic partnerships. Chris-Tia has been featured in major media publications such as USA Today, Marie Claire, Essence, Black Enterprise, Ebony, Heart & Soul, and the Chicago Tribune. Her book Thank God I’m Natural: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Natural Hair is a #1 Amazon bestseller, and was hailed the “Natural Hair Bible” by Essence Magazine. Prior to starting her own company, Chris-Tia represented Fortune 500 companies in complex business transactions involving technology and open source code. Chris-Tia is also a breast cancer survivor and is deeply committed to raising awareness of this condition and the benefits of early detection among women of color.. Chris-Tia earned her A.B. in Economics from Harvard University with high honors, and is a graduate of Harvard Law School.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Chris-Tia is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thank God It’s Natural (tgin), a manufacturer of natural hair and skin care products, currently sold in Target, Whole Foods, Sally’s Beauty, and Walgreen's. In her role, she oversees all aspects of day-to-day operations, sales, and strategic partnerships.
Chris-Tia has been featured in major media publications such as USA Today, Marie Claire, Essence, Black Enterprise, Ebony, Heart & Soul, and the Chicago Tribune. Her book Thank God I’m Natural: The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Natural Hair is a #1 Amazon bestseller, and was hailed the “natural hair Bible” by Essence Magazine. Prior to starting her own company, Chris-Tia represented Fortune 500 companies in complex business transactions involving technology and open source code.
Chris-Tia is also a breast cancer survivor and is deeply committed to raising awareness of this condition and the benefits of early detection among women of color. Chris-Tia earned her A.B. in Economics from Harvard University with high honors and is a graduate of Harvard Law School. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Stephani Calderón is a business consultant with Accenture, keynote speaker, and blogger based in Dallas, Texas. She was born in Mexico City and attended Northeast Texas Community College, becoming the first from her family to graduate from college.
After convincing the University of Texas to admit her (the school initially denied her application), Stephani entered the McCombs School of Business, studied in Brazil, Mexico, and other parts of the Americas.
Stephani could easily teach a course in Hustlenomics 101. Her covert methods of persuasion and tenacity will equip you with the tools that you need to get the YES you've been waiting for.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Jessica Luther the author of, "Unsportsmanlike Conduct: College Football and the Politics of Rape" (published by Akashic Books on September 6, 2016).
Her work has appeared in ESPN Magazine, New York Times Magazine, the Texas Observer, Austin Woman, and Bitch Magazine. She's also published pieces at Sports Illustrated, BuzzFeed, Texas Monthly, and Vice Sports, among others.
In part 2, Luther discusses how difficult it is for a journalist to write a book that is both that is both descriptive and prescriptive in nature.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Jessica Luther the author of, "Unsportsmanlike Conduct: College Football and the Politics of Rape" (published by Akashic Books on September 6, 2016).
Her work has appeared in ESPN Magazine, New York Times Magazine, the Texas Observer, Austin Woman, and Bitch Magazine. She's also published pieces at Sports Illustrated, BuzzFeed, Texas Monthly, and Vice Sports, among others.
In this episode Luther takes us into her emergence into a life of writing and provides a glimpse of her investigative work into the world of sexual assault and college athletics.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
What were you doing at the tender age of 17? I’d be willing to bet that you were NOT filing a patent application, but our guest mentor, Kavita Shukla was doing just that. Kavita is founder and CEO of Fenugreen - a social enterprise taking on the massive global challenge of food waste with a simple innovation, FreshPaper. Her incredible story of simple beginnings, belief, and empowerment has inspired millions worldwide.
In this episode, you will hear how a visit to her grandmother in India turned into a multi-million dollar enterprise that is changing the way the world preserves food. Kavita's story is authentic and inspiring.
Welcome to the tribe, Kavita Shukla.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Gene Watson climbed to the top of professional baseball the old fashioned way – he started at the bottom and worked his way up. Gene serves as the Director of Pro Scouting for the Kansas City Royals. His journey mirrors the trajectory of the Royals – a team that went from the doldrums of professional sports to the top of the pecking order. In this episode, Gene shares his insights on what it takes to chase and capture one’s dream. He also provides some invaluable insights on team-building and moving people towards a unified goal. Enjoy the nuggets of wisdom from Gene Watson and Keep Saying Yes. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Add the name Mark Phillip to the ever-growing list of college dropouts who turned out to be pretty darn successful. Mark’s Twitter profile reads like this: Brooklyn-born, Austin-based, MIT dropout. What he he failed to mention in the space-starved confines of his Twitter bio is that he is the founder and CEO of Are You Watching This?!, the leading provider of real-time Excitement Analytics data for college and professional sports around the globe. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Cullen Loeffler turned down several scholarship opportunities to enroll and walk-on at the University of Texas. Loeffler was signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2004. As a long snapper Loeffler played for 11 seasons.
Today, Cullen is undergoing an intensive business program at the University of Texas.
in this episode, you will hear how Cullen is preparing to tackle the next stage in his life by diving into the world of entrepreneurship. This episode will help you to regroup and restart your career.
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I’m a Harvard Law grad turned NFL coach turned university professor. In 2016, I turned 38. The lessons that I cover in this episode are tidbits that I’ve learned from getting wait-listed at Harvard for three years, working with 3 NFL teams, chasing four kids and coaching people to realize their dreams.
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I’m a Harvard Law grad turned NFL coach turned university professor. In 2016, I turned 38. The lessons that I cover in this episode are tidbits that I’ve learned from getting wait-listed at Harvard for three years, working with 3 NFL teams, chasing four kids and coaching people to realize their dreams.
Keep Saying YES!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Spike Gillespie's writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, GQ and Esquire. In part 2, Spike talks about how she made the decision to burn her safety net and create the life she always wanted to live.
Let Spike ignite you for 2017 and Keep Saying YES!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
If Prince, Maureen Dowd and Oprah had a love-child, it would be our guest for this episode - Spike Gillespie. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, GQ and Esquire have featured writings by Spike and today, she serves as one of the most sought-after wedding officiants in the world.
Put your listening caps and get ready to learn how to say YES! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Freddy Purches is only a sophomore business student at the University of Texas, but he has ALREADY created two cash flow positive businesses. Freddy created an advertising company, BeepBeep Advertising, that featured custom-made vehicle wraps in Central Texas. His zest for entrepreneurship will holt you into action. Listen to Freddy's incredible story, and Keep Saying Yes!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
A Tribe Called Yes Podcast: James Brown was the Godfather of Soul, Jason Comely is the Godfather of REJECTION. In my quest to build a class that would help students overcome a fear of failure, I stumbled upon Jason’s, Rejection Therapy (rejectiontherapy.com) - a series of challenges designed to help you build a comfort level with risk and rejection.
Rejection Therapy has grown a cult-like following as people around the world are using the game to exorcise their fear of rejection. In this episode, Jason gives us a glimpse of the tools and techniques that you can use to get over your fear of rejection.
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Darsh Singh is a man who made history when he took the floor for the Trinity University basketball team as the first turbaned Sikh to play in an NCAA basketball game. He’s worked with the National Security Agency and currently serves as portfolio manager at Satori Capital. When he became the target of a hateful meme in 2015, he used the episode to wage a vigilant battle against hate. Read this excerpt from his Dallas Morning News op-ed:
"Silence sends a message to those who are suffering from prejudice that you believe they should be victimized. It also sends a message to the perpetrators that you agree with their actions. By speaking up and engaging in thoughtful dialogue with groups that have very different backgrounds than us, we can break the walls of ignorance in our communities and connect with each other on a deeper level." Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Roopal Shah is the co-founder of Indicorps, a US-based nonprofit organization that enables the global Indian diaspora to contribute to India’s development through volunteerism.
Prior to running Indicorps, Shah served as an assistant US government attorney in San Diego and was an associate for Sherman and Sterling in Washington, D.C. She has an AB from Harvard University and a law degree from the University of Michigan and is an avid surfer.
Roopal's story will remind you to keep pushing against the grain and Keep Saying YES!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Clint Tuttle showed signs of stardom when he started his own karaoke company as a high schooler in Tyler, Texas.
Clint served as a consultant for Accenture for 9 years, and today, he is a lecturer with the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas.
Clint has an interesting take on failure - he believes it IS an option. Listen to this episode to find out how you can embrace failure. Clint's lessons will empower you to start moving with more confidence toward the goals you've always envisioned.
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Sherron Watkins, known as the Enron Whistleblower who in 2002 was named one of Time Magazine’s Persons of the Year. Sherron is the former Vice President of Enron who alerted then-CEO Ken Lay in August 2001 to accounting irregularities within the company, warning him that Enron ‘might implode in a wave of accounting scandals.’
She was right.
Today she travels across the globe sharing her story of bravery and courage and providing companies with a blueprint for restoring integrity. Tribe – let’s listen to Sherron Watkins. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
This incredible story picks up as Robert Higginbotham and the rest of the Liber Team are competing on "Billion Dollar Buyer" for a chance to land a contract with CEO of Landry's, Inc - Tilman Fertitta. Will the Liber Team land this huge deal? Tune in and remember: Keep Saying YES.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Robert Higginbotham was sitting at a desk in DC, when he finally said, “To hell with this.”. He joined up with his brother and another friend to start Liber & Co. - a company that manufactures a suite of essential bar syrups to help you, the cocktail lover, enjoy a world of better drinks. There are a lot of nuggets of wisdom in this conversation, so I split them into two episodes. Robert took a plunge and left his cushy position while "experts" around him were telling him to stick with his day job. Looking for a shot of inspiration? Tune into this episode for inspiration, a few laughs and remember: Keep Saying YES.
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Marcus Segui is the founder of Tintico, a luggage company he started in 2015 that just finished a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised $100,000 in support from over 527 backers. His background does NOT scream luggage entrepreneur, or maybe it does… Marcus started his career in finance in New York City, then quit to take a year off to travel and learn Spanish. He settled in Bogota, Colombia and ultimately launched a real estate company there that was backed by Colombia’s largest private equity company. He’s an entrepreneur well versed in international business and what it takes to launch a company abroad. Once he finally went from knowing what he didn’t want to do to knowing what he did want to do next, he established himself as a full-time entrepreneur. Pull out your magical #2 pencils and get ready to say YES! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Welcome back to the Pelaez Saga. Here’s a typical path: Borderline high school student turned hair and makeup stylist turned college student turned Truman Scholar. You’re about to the hear the final half of Zoraima's story.
Keep saying YES!
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Here’s a typical path: Borderline high school student turned hair and makeup stylist turned college student turned Truman Scholar. You’re about to hear the story of Zoraima Palaez, a woman who went from barely graduating from high school to nabbing the prestigious Truman Scholarship. If you don’t believe in second chances, then this is the episode for you.
Next week, we will relase the second part of this conversation with Zoraima. Enjoy and keep saying YES! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
"You have to enjoy a little bit of pain and a little bit of crazy."
Episode 3 of A Tribe Called Yes features a regular on the World Series of Poker circuit. He's won nearly $834,453 to date. He attended Duke to be an engineer, enlisted into Teach for America, picked up poker and created the Austin Achieve Public School. This man is a transition guru. You'll enjoy this episode.
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Evan Baehr is the cofounder of Able, an online lender to small businesses. It launched June 2014 with the Wall Street Journal's Weekend Interview and on TechCrunch. His passion at Able is to serve the Fortune 5 Million – the 5.8 million small businesses that represent the backbone of the American economy. His previous startup was Outbox, a consumer internet company aiming to takeover the US Postal Service and backed by venture capitalists Peter Thiel and Mike Maples, on Fox News, CNN, TechCrunch, FastCompany, Wall Street Journal, INC, the New York Times, and on Jay Leno.
He is coauthor of Get Backed: Craft Your Story, Build the Perfect Pitch Deck, and Launch the Venture of Your Dreams from Harvard Business Press (2015), which has hit #1 in Amazon's business new releases. Evan has worked on the Facebook platform under Sheryl Sandberg, helping shape a vision to make life better by making it social, and for Peter Thiel building a political data company. He’s an honors graduate of Princeton’s Woodrow Wilson School, Yale Divinity School, and Harvard Business School.
He has worked for the American Enterprise Institute’s Charles Murray, the Ethics and Public Policy Center, the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, and the White House Office of Faith-Based Initiatives, served as a legislative aid on the House Appropriations Committee under Rep. Frank Wolf, was Chief of Staff on the Congressional Human Rights Caucus, under which he wrote the International Marriage Broker Regulation Act, and was the failed candidate for Princeton’s City Council, despite receiving more votes than George W. Bush.
He has served on the board of the Manhattan Institute’s Adam Smith Society, the New Canaan Society, the Rivendell Institute, and Harvard Business School's FIELD Program, and is a mentor with First Round Capital's Dorm Room Fund. He cofounded the Hoover Institute’s Rising Fellows Program, Harvard Business School’s Ideas@Work, Princetonians in the Nation’s Service, and the Yale Forum on Faith and Politics. He is the recipient of the Lily Endowment Thesis Prize, the Blackstone Legal Fellowship, and Princeton’s James Madison Fellowship. He lives in Austin, TX, with his wife, Kristina Scurry Baehr, a patent litigator, and children Cooper and Madeleine. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)
Emmanuel Acho is a free agent linebacker for the National Football League. Drafted by the Cleveland Browns, he spent the last three seasons as a Philadelphia Eagle. During his career at the University of Texas, Acho won the 2010 Arthur Ashe Award and was a three-time first team Academic All-Big12 selection. He is co-host of ESPN’s “Texas Game Day” and a recent addition to FOX 7 Good Day Austin's morning team each Monday. Acho has served as a Special Correspondent for FOX Business Network on the business of sports and as a football analyst. He also serves on the Advisory Board for SXSW Sports in Austin.
In this episode, Acho talks about how strategy has separated him from the rest of his peers. From the NFL gridiron to the production set of ESPN, Acho has excelled at all levels, and he just got started.
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Daron K. Roberts is a Harvard Law grad turned NFL Coach turned University of Texas lecturer. In this episode, Daron introduces the world to his improbable story of shunning lucrative attorney positions in order to follow his purpose - coaching young men.
Want to reach out to Daron? Contact him at @CoachDKR or coachdkr@coachdkr.com. Visit www.coachdkr.com to learn more.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/atribecalledyes)