Off the Bench with Mark Wiggins: Recent Episodes
Mark Wiggins
Welcome to my podcast. Here we will be discussing ways to motivate you and to find your reason to get off the bench. We will cover a variety of areas of success: Life, business, success, sports and personal development, in short mindset and mindfulness so you can learn how to give yourself the permission you need to have the success you desire. And remember this, " if you can reach your goals with a step ladder, then they are probably too low" I'm out.
What does it mean to be both bold and fearless? In this episode of Off the Bench with Mark Wiggins, Mark explores the delicate dance between these two powerful concepts. While boldness and fearlessness may seem like opposing forces, mastering both is essential for turning dreams into reality.
Recorded live at the Business Crossing Network Annual Conference, Mark’s keynote dives deep into what it takes to live a Fearlessly Bold life. From overcoming hesitation to taking decisive action, he shares his 3.5 actionable steps to help you break free from doubt and move forward with confidence.
But that’s not all. Mark also reveals his new favorite reality show and explains how its twists and turns mirror the challenges and triumphs of real life. With humor, insight, and practical advice, this episode is packed with tools to inspire you to get off the bench and into the game of life.
Listen now on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Mark on social media @Speakerman87 and @OTBMagazine.
You can watch the full presentation HERE ON Youtube.
Welcome to Off the Bench with Mark Wiggins, the podcast that inspires you to stop waiting and start achieving. Hosted by Mark Wiggins—a dynamic entrepreneur, Speaker and transformational coach—this show is designed for those ready to move from the bench to the starting lineup in life.
In this impactful episode, listen in as Mark delivers a keynote speech at the Own It Unleashed Conference. The topic, The Journey to Sankofa, explores the powerful Ghanaian expression that means “Go back and get it.” Mark shares the wisdom of Sankofa, rooted in the Akan proverb, “It is not taboo to go back and get something after you have forgotten it.”
Through his own journey of overcoming devastating professional and personal losses, Mark reveals how embracing the lessons of the past helped him regain focus and achieve success. Discover practical tips for applying this profound principle to your own life as you look back to learn and move forward with purpose.
Listen now on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Mark on social media @Speakerman87 and @OTBMagazine.
In this special episode of Off the Bench, I share my transformative journey aboard the Valiant Lady, my first solo cruise experience and maiden voyage with Virgin Voyages. Breaking away from the grind of daily life, I discovered the power of self-care, a theme that resonated deeply throughout this unique adventure.
Joining me is Christine Lozada, a seasoned media influencer and Virgin Voyages expert. From the chic vibe at Sips to the vibrant energy onboard, Christine shares her insider insights and personal experiences, highlighting what makes a Virgin Voyage unlike any other.
Together, we dive into the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing the unknown, whether it's cruising solo, prioritizing self-care, or finding inspiration in the little things—like a cocktail at sea.
Tune in to hear our stories, reflections, and the lessons learned as we explored Puerto Plata and charted a course for personal growth.
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Check out this cruise recap by Christine, yes im in it.... lol
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Welcome to "Off the Bench with Mark Wiggins" podcast! Today we are joined by an insprining guest, Florence " Dutchess" Champagne. A stunning international best-selling author, speaker, and heart attack survivor. She's also the CEO of the Open My Heart Foundation, dedicated to elminating heart health disparities among African American women and women of color. Live from the Domnican Republic, she shares her powerful story and the motivation behind her foundation's vital work. Don't miss this impactful conversation.
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Contining with the interviews at the 2024 Unleashed Conference in the Domincan Republic, I was able to catch up with Dr. Major Nina Copeland. She talks about her journy to "Here" and her new coaching programs and her WHY for speaking and training people and getting them to unlock their own Gems they possess.
Please welcome to the Off the Bench Podcast Kimmisa Michels. She a Dynamic CEO of En'Liven Creative Agency. Kimmisa is a trailblazer in the creative marketing world, renowned for her innoviative strategies that transform brands and drive growth.
As the force behind En'Liven Creative Agency, Kimmisa has built a reputation for crafting compelling brand narratives and engaging digital campaigns. Her ageny's work has revitalized numerous businesses helping them connect with their audiences in meaniful ways.
Kimmisa's influence extends beyond her agencey. She's a passionate advocate for creativity and entrepreneurship, regularly mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs and sharing her insights at industry events. Her didication to empowering others is truly inspiring.
In this episode we'll explore Kimmisa's journey, the challenges she's faced and successes she's achieved. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, business owner, or a creative preofessional, you'll gain invaluable insights from on the industry's brightest minds.
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Join me as I unveil my 2024 Word of the Year and explore the transformative power it holds. Discover why having a guiding word can be your anchor in times of uncertainty, helping you stay focused on your purpose. My chosen word is "Fearless" or perhaps, more aptly put, "Fear-Less." I'll delve into how overcoming your fears can propel you to new heights and how shedding fear allows you to move forward with unwavering confidence. Let's embark on this empowering journey together – find your word and let's engage in a meaningful discussion. Don't miss out!
Title: "Navigating the Writers' Strike and Pandemic Pivot with Jeanna Brown"
In this episode, we're excited to introduce you to the multi-talented Jeanna Brown, a Los Angeles-based artist who seamlessly combines her creative superpowers and her wellness mindset with her coaching expertise. Jeanna, a writer and actor, offers valuable insights into the writers' strike, unveiling its underlying causes and the far-reaching consequences it had on the entertainment industry. She also shares her personal story of adaptation and resilience, demonstrating how she navigated these turbulent waters.
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Meet Curtis Holloway as we talk about his journey to becoming a haberdasher and a business owner in a very prestigious area of Northern Viriginia. Curtis also has a very unique relationship military personnel as they prepare to transition from the service to becoming a civilian and helping with the wardrobe.
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Hey fam, listen in a heartfelt journey of self-discovery, inspired by two adorable puppies. In this episode, we uncover the very thing that's been holding you back from unleashing your true potential. Discover which puppy resonates with you at this moment - the cautious and hesitant one that wants to but can’t, or the fearless adventurer. Let's break free from self-imposed limitations and embrace life.
With empowering mindset shifts and actionable steps, we'll free ourselves from fear and unlock your permission to succeed.
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In this captivating podcast episode, we have the pleasure of diving into the remarkable journey of Tracy Hamlin, an award-winning international recording artist, songwriter, and music label owner. Tracy's soulful voice and undeniable talent have allowed her to collaborate with some of the biggest names in the music industry. She shares her inspiring story of passion, determination, and the road to success.
But Tracy's impact extends beyond her own accomplishments. She is also a champion for aspiring musicians from low-income families. Tracy understands the challenges they face and has taken it upon herself to provide opportunities for them through initiatives like the Sweet Jazz & Wine festival, held annually in Leesburg, VA. This festival not only celebrates music but also raises funds for scholarships and programs that offer private training to talented individuals who might not have had access otherwise.
Join us as Tracy Hamlin takes us on a journey through the highs and lows of her career, and reveals the transformative power of music in the lives of young musicians. Her commitment to her craft and her dedication to uplifting others make her a true gem in the music industry and a source of inspiration for all.
ESPN Sr NFL writer Jason Reid stops by the podcast to discuss his the NFL Draft, Black quarterbacks and his new Book "Rise of the Black Quarterback. listen in as he shares his experience in writing this book and the impact of the culture of the NFL, which is much like his suggests, the Rise of Black Quarterbacks in the 2023 draft.
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Listen in on this compelling story of how a young man who as the streets #1 draft pick found himself on a drug charge for 22 years in federal prison, found his passion to write while behind bars. Then got clemency from President Barack Obama after doing 16 years. Ja'var got out and headed to the west coast to start his new career of writing books and personal fitness.
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Meet Tykeem, film maker recording artist as we talk about his latest project Abused. Tykeem talks about how he go into film and how his past has shaped his film subject matter and why he creates. Dealing with relationships, abuse and overcoming obstacles. His newest film Thriller Abused will release this spring and has a cast of who's who in it. People like Angie Stone, Stephen Baldwin, Tony Siricoi, James Russon and Donna Mills. Check the new single with Tykeem ft. Angie Stone "Don't Give up" listen here https://youtu.be/8EKDtbSEGyE
Deion Sanders, like him or hate him, everyone is talking about him and his time at Jackson State University and then the hard exit stage left move to Colorado University. Who was right or wrong? Meet Eddie Francis. Eddie is the Co-Host of the For Our Edification podcast. He made a very intriguing comment about this whole topic, and I wanted him on to discuss it. Listen in as we talk about Deion Sanders and the impact of his presence and what's next for Jackson State University and the state of HBCU sports overall.
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Listen to Me on Eddie's podcast as I talk about motivational speaking on For Our Edification Podcast Ep. 16 https://eddiefrancis.podbean.com/e/motivational-speaking/
This episode I speak with world renown multifaceted, multi-talented
Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri. Indrani is an international award-winning film maker, lecturer activist and CEO of her own school in India. Listen as she shares her passion on the topics of women's empowerment, dyslexia, the economy and carbon credits as a tool to help heal the environment.
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Meet Kyle Goodbee. This young plays football in the FCF 7 on 7 (Fan Controled Football) League. What is that you ask? It's where Madden Football and NFL intersect. It's one of the hottest things on Twitch, live fan controled football. With over 2 million views each game, Kyle has found a tribe and place to flourish.
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Meet author Elise Krentzel, author of "Under My Skin: Drama Trauma and Rock n Roll." This Amazon #1 best seller about a 19 year old journalist who's tumultuous life with twists and turns but ends up on a life changing trip with legendary rock band KISS on their 1970 tour to Japan. Listen in as she shares her journery and how she took that experience and created who she is today.
Mindset is that thing we do that locks us into a mental position that will either help us or hurt us. Either way, we need to be careful about not being willing to change our mindsets when necessary.
The 3.5 ways to change are
1. Check your Ego
2. Silence the Whispers
3. Begin where you are
.5 Be Willing to change
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Hey fam, tune in as I do a keynot on the topic of Change. It's easy,but are you willing. This Keynote was the Business Crossing Network annual convention in Northern VA. The question is are you an Impala or not?
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Meet Monika Monk of Twisted Intimacy. Monika is a muli-prenuer and a model. She shares her view on how intimacy with oneself can help with self confidence, self love, sensuality and communication between others. Monika defines intimacy as being vulnerable with yourself and other people.
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Listen as we talk to Author, Mother and 3 time state champion and computer engineer Timetra White. She is the author of Finding Liv. A story about a female athlete trying to find her way and her identity beyond sports. On a surprise note, we actually have a couple of major things in common. Find out what it is.
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Dr. Shellie Hypsky graces the March 2022 cover of OTB Magazine as a Women of Power. Listen in as she shares her heart and passion for emowering women around the world. She has been on stages around the world speaking to fortune 500 and 100 companies as she impacts them with more than words, but rather with support and actionable steps.
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I have never heard of an Impartation Strategist until I met Renee Ambush. Listen in as she explains her many roles and how she is impacting lives and changing Baltimore at the same time. Renee, among other things, is a movie producer and currently working on a sitcom. Renee has a lot to say, and she will be saying it in the OTB magazine. IG @outthabox70
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Meet Erica Rowe Confidence Amabassorador, MC and all around encourager for women. Erica joins the podcast to share her journey and some insight to help Queens on their journey. Erica is also a contributing writer with OTB Magazine be sure to read her each month. Subscribe below
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Listen in as we speak with Caz Harleaux. Actor, motivator and Peace advocate. We cover his journey to becoming a succesful actor and how he now uses his skills to promote peace through his articles called Peace Pieces. Oh we also talk football, he is Steelers Fan and I am a Browns fan. This should be good.
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There are two types of energy. Potential and Kinetic. One speaks to what you could do, and the other speaks to what you ARE doing. But what does it take to convert Potential to Kinetic energy to produce the desired results or to achieve your goals? Listen to how you can do exactly that and have your off the bench moment.
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Meet Editor in Chief of the iShine Magazine, Angela Lewis. Listen in as she shares how she started her magazine and publishing business and how she works with people as their Visablity Coach to help you get your message out.
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Listen to King Converstions as I interview Rodney C. Burris and hear more about his speaking career and his words of encouragment. Rodney was featured on the cover or the November Issue of OTB Magazine. ( Click here for November issue)
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Listen in to this special edition of off the bench with author Anthony McAllister. His book Fathers Matter is a collection of men sharing their story about being fathers in today's time and the impact of being present. Anthony shares about a tragic loss of a daughter due to gun violence and how he and his wife have made it their mission to educate and stop gun violence in our community.
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Listen in as a panel of business owners discuss their views on health, wellness and the stuggles of being a business owner. We discuss issues and give insight on how to have a more productive and balanced life while thriving in business.
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Join the Kings as we discuss our relationships with our daughters. What makes them unique and what is the toughtest part of being a girl dad.
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Welcome to the special edition of King Conversations. This is were Kings get together to help other Kings become better Kings. This episode we talk about about men's mental health, family, careers, books and motivation. Listen in as we have 4 Black men sharing their hearts to help make others Better than yesterday.
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Tiffany Williams Parra is a certified fitness coach and certified life coach, entrepreneur motivational speaker and Editor in Chief of Phoenix Fitness Fanatics Magazine. After receiving some of the worst news concerning health from her doctor, Tiffany decided to fix her life. Listen in as she talks about her journey to health and wellness has inspired women from all over the world learn to become fanatics about their fitness.
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Listen as we chat with Multiprenuer, writer, coach and Editor in Chief Latricia Bailey from LCB Consutling and Designs. She talks today about business AWIC TV and their VBN channel and her newest venture a digital design magazine called Tables & Tangerines. She is a talented anointed CEO doing the Dam thing.
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Chelese is a single mother with two beautiful teenage children. She navigated the end of an almost two-decade marriage while learning how to stand in her power, support her children and manifest a life in alignment with her hopes and dreams. She is committed to continuous learning and developing programs that help people make sustainable changes and live life with intention even in the midst of disruption. Her personal experiences solidified her belief that change, though challenging, often becomes the catalyst for our greatest growth and manifestations.
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Imagine you are a father, but yet you cannot spend as much time as you want with your children. Instead of just accepting things as they are, you decide to fight for your rights, the hearts and the legacy of your children. That's part of the story of Justin Jackson. His book "A Father's Plight" let's you in on the journey, the struggles and the lessons learned as he chose to become to his children, the father he never had.
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Listen as we talk about her London Learning Disability Basketball League and the organizations goals to teach youth in the UK a healthier lifestyle using basketball and fitness to get them Off the Bench.
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Affirmations are not effective unless combined with a mindset shift and a action plan. Meet Nicole Decandas Author, Speaker educator who has written her first book. "I Affirm Today" This book will walk you through setting up great affirmations and how to use her system to get to success. Listen in as we discuss what inspired her to create this book and to teach others to embrace the statement I Affirm Today.
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Imagine playing with your kids one day, to being told by a doctor's office that they can't see you about your pain the next. Then in a pivotal moment you take a stand and demand to be seen. After all that, you are told you have rare form of cancer. In her new book "I have been diagnosed now what?" by Author Katrece Nolen, she shares her journey, her fight and now her mission to be an advocate for others in the battle against cancer listen to her inspiring story.
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We all have had a nice hot cup of tea. But have you ever used tea as a main ingredient in your bath and body body products? Me either, Until I met Tanishia Jones. She is the creator of Sweet Tea for your 7th Day. The benefits of adding their Tea infused products to your self-care routine will provide you a healthier glowing youthful skin. Rethink the way you consume tea, not from the inside out, but from the outside in!
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See For your 7th day as featured in the March Issue of Off the Bench Magazine
People often talk about change. They want it, they see it, they know they need it. But what is lacking most times is the power to execute and sustain said changes. Listen in as I discuss why you need both in order to have the success you desire.
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They say that one single moment can change your whole life and it purpose. Natasha T. Brown had one of those moments when she was called to a missions trip to Tanzania, East Africa. Listen to her story of how she almost had to come back to the states. Learning to live without excess became real. How real? She wrote a book about.
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During the early parts of the Pandemic, Off the Bench Live did a series with speakers on how to deal in this new normal. Charley Holley, international speaker, award winning Toastmaster, coach and all around good dude who had deep jumper and crazy hops. Charley was my teammate at the Univ. of Alabama in Huntsville back in the day. Listen in as he once again, breaks down the "defense".
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Listen in as we discuss the future of HBCU's as they pivot out of Covid 19. What does this mean for Black Colleges their students and their sports programs. With a potential emerging trend of highly recruited basketball and football players choosing HBCU's over traditional "blue blood" athletic programs, what could this do for the Black College landscape and are they ready. #kappaalphapsi #gramblingtigers #gramblingstateuniv watch the video on our Youtube Channel OTBlive
Learning a skill takes time and work. Often times you have to battle not just new hurdles but overcome old hurdles. Old hurdles often take the most work because they have been there the longest. Listen in as I share my journey to learn this new skill and give you 3.5 ways to overcome your hurdles and make change (did it again)
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Meet Eunice Elliot. Stand up comedian, turns news anchor, changes up and goes back to her roots and expands. With a children's book series about her two dogs, Bella and Sugar called "So much Love to give." Hear how she made the move and what plans she has next. Every day Eunice Elliott is off the bench following her passion
OTB Live home Edition speaks with Mialissa Tompkins. She is speaking about how to prepare to take advantage of the Real Estate market during and post COVID-19. Great information and insight and actionable steps to get ready.
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Kara Sakina was a guest on Off the Bench Live Home Edition via Facebook. She takes on the topic of Faith in Business. What does it look like and then tells us how to ADAPT to be successful.
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During the OTB Live home Edition, meet Mischelle O'neal from Master Your Monday coach, speaker and wife. Listen in as she speak about 3 things you need to deal with uncertainty during challenging times. Check her out her website
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Just because the light is placed just right, and people are flossing on IG (Instagram) does not mean entrepreneurship is pretty. Listen in as business coach and author Isha Cogborn speaks to what it really means to be and entrepreneur and how tor thrive in any condition.
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Everyone loves to skate. Some better than others, and other still take skating to lifestyle status. Meet Denise Knowles, wife, mother, life coach and professional men's basketball coach. How did she end up there? Well it all started at a skate party. Listen in and find out how she has rolled to her success and now is teaching others how to do the same.
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What would you do if your childhood innocence was taken from you. Take from a person you knew to be your mother's husband, your step father. That childhood has created a platform from which Larissa Clark now speaks. Listen in as we dive into her book and how she learned to take back her power.
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In social media an "influencer" is a person with a lot of followers and people want to hear/see what they have to say. Carla has another way to influence people, and that's through the written word, old school. Listen in as we talk to Col. Carla D. Bass USAF (Ret). as she explains how she motivated whole troops to achieve more simply by influencing people through writing and she is now teaching others how to write to influence.
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Some would call it a dream to be able to take something from a culture, see a movie, turn it into a vehicle to help young girls change their lives, then travel to Africa and meet other young girls who, in their culture do what you just learned and then realize that the only difference between the two, is the distance. Meet the Co-founders of Black Girls Global Exchange. Their initiative is for Black American and African girls to engage in a peer learning and cross cultural exchange using arts and service. Listen in as we discuss this life altering journey to Africa.
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Listen in as I have a discussion with a young gun fitness trainer who already has started making is mark in the world of fitness and training athletes. This is a great story about realizing that playing a sport is awesome, but when that door closes you can still find a way to do what you love and impact the world.
Here we are.. the #1 podcast of 2019 "Black Girl Magic" Vegas is fun already, but add to it meeting some Dope young women who have something to say, and they are dead set on changing the game, and BAM, best interview of the year. Enjoy
Ep. 66
In at Number 2. Meet Jordan Murphy, actor, and podcast host. This was very in depth conversation about things like the law of attraction, mindset and being your best.
Ep. 45
In at Number 5. Speaking is a great skill to have. However, when you add it to your marketing strategy, it will separate you from your competition. I'll give you 5.5 reason why you should do exactly that.
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In at Number 6, meet the Utility player Marti Reed. NCAA Softball Champion, author and motivational speaker. She has a message to help you get the most of your journey to success.
Ep. 57
In at Number 7 Meet the Dixon Brothers. Two Brothers take their childhood business and love for comedy and create a growing business in the men's grooming industry. Hilarious discussion from the jump.
Ep. 63
In at Number 8, Death to the To-Do List. Listen in as I discuss why you need to change the way you view how you attack your tasking.
Ep. 34
In at Number 9, One Click Movement, meet Mike Dorsey. From our off the Bench Live, Mike talks about his movement and how to achieve your dreams. Ep. 49
It was a great year for the podcast. listen to the top 10 podcasts of 2019. Number 10, words have power. This is my annual discussion of my word of the year and how it helped me get through 2019.
Each year I have a discussion with my FaceBook family about choosing a word of the year. Then at the end of the year we have a recap and a encouraging discussion to help you finish up the year strong. So Get your word out and listen up and get off the bench and prepare to be Better Than Yesterday.
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On a recent guys only trip to Miami, I experienced the unique convergence of a 4th and goal at the Washington Redskins and Miami Dolphins game, The Miami Carnival and taking off my shirt to teach a life lesson on becoming better than yesterday. Listen in and see how it all makes sense.
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Those two words still can get it done. But be careful how you deliver them. When it comes to motivation staff or building relationships, its important to make sure you acknowledge the behavior you want to see and reward it. Not doing this can affect your brand and your growth.
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Remember, if you can reach your goals with a step ladder, they are probably too low.... #betterthanyesterday
This episode is a rapid fire session I did at an event in Maryland. It was a women's empowerment conference and the topic was business and life and being UNCUFFED. Listen in as I drop 3.5 ways to uncuff your branding, change your mindset so you can have better results.
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Don't think that just because you do not speak for a living that you cannot use speaking as a revenue stream to help your business grow. Listen to my 5.5 reasons why entrepreneurs and small business owners need to add public speaking to their marketing strategy.
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Meet Benjamin VandenWymelenbert, entrepreneur and conservationist extraordinaire. His company Woodchuck is helping to change the environment one laser wooden product at a time. Ben had the bright idea that planting trees is a good thing. Listen in as we discuss his new bestselling book T#E World Need$ your Fcking !deas*. In this book Ben speaks about his journey to understanding the bigger picture. He also encourages you to not hold back on your ideas, because the world needs your ideas. Hopefully this discussion will plant a seed of success in your life and you too can go out and change the world.
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People often say, what happens in Las Vegas, stays in Las Vegas. Well this podcast happened in Las Vegas, but I am fixin' to share this. I met 3 African-American women at the pool, and we began to talk about their journey to that moment pool side at the Hard Rock Hotel. These Sister Girl Friends from Florida State University share their experiences on high school, college, work and life. Listen in as they discuss their challenges and how they have to continue to prove that they not only belong, but how they intend to dominate in their respected careers. All this while blazing trails, widening roads and helping other young women of color learn to use their "Black Girl Magic" to change the world.
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There is a movement going on right now. A movement to address men's mental health, mindfulness and restoration. When it comes to the topic of men, and specifically Black men and their mental health, the topic is becoming less taboo, but still a very topic uncomfortable topic to discuss. Meet the Healer Jewel Guy. Life Coach, Reiki practitioner and author of the book Dear Black Men ( Find it on Amazon). Listen in as she shares how she began a movement to have the discussion with one of the toughest crowds on the planet...Black Men. However, she is changing the paradigm and men are becoming whole, and better because of it.
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You ever order something that you always order, but then when you change it, it comes out the way it usually comes on the menu? Why is that? Drive-thru's are the worst, because you have to try to communicate your changes to people who are following charts. Who wins that battle? The chart and the process.
But listen in as I discuss how to break these routine processes called Schema's to help wake up and shake up your routine so you can get off the bench, and not get cheese on your burger.
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When a childhood "Hey let me try this" moment turns into a passion, a way to make money and is a part of the biggest growing segments in the beauty market, Men's Hair Care and Grooming Products. This alone is cool, but when you can do it with your brother, it's even more Dope.
Meet Garrick, professional Barber to the stars and Funny man. His brother, Cedric, the not so handsome one, is the face of the everything not involving pictures works in the back ground.
Together they created the Dixon's Men's Grooming Brand.
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By a show of hands, how many of you feel like you when you show up, you show up small? Like you have the answers, you've got the solution to the problem, however, you don't insert yourself to provide the information. That's showing up small. Listen in as I explain, why you need to create space for you to do work and get off the bench, because your presence has been requested in order for you to have success.
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You ever post something, and people like it, then they start calling you to check on you to see if you are ok? Well that just happened to me. It got me thinking about why i posted what I did. The bottom line, I needed to remind me, that God made me DOPE.. So, let me explain why I posted it. Hopefully this will help you to refocus and ground yourself to continue to get off the bench and stay on your journey.
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Give me 60 seconds and I'll explain 3 things you need to improve your focus and improve your performance.
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Darius A. Wise is a thought provoker. He believes that the mind and your control of thoughts can help you achieve anything. However we have to reprogram the way we think in order to become what we desire. Darius explains how he learned to be the Thought Provoker and why he wants to help you change the way you think about yourself.
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This special interview is with 2010 NCAA Softball champion Marti Reed. She shares here story about the work needed to become a champion and then how she took that journey and transferred that knowledge to develop her program "Utility Player" to help athletes transition to the big game of life. Her program and book will be a great help to anyone who is looking discover their talents and apply them to their in order to get off the bench and stay in the starting line up of life.
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This is the last in the 3 part series talking about your significance. Listen to the last points and pay close attention to the .5 (point 5) of the 3.5 steps. You will be sure to remember this action item.
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The discussion continues as to how do unearth, embrace and empower your significance to you can be the best you can be. Listen as I share my 3.5 ways to start this process.
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This is a talk I did at Off the Bench Live Cleveland Edition. This 3 part series is about understanding and embracing your own significance. Its not as easy as it seems. We are very good at ignoring our own power and worth.
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It's funny that we are told "don't question greatness." But you really should. How else can you learn how to be great unless you ask. In sporting terms its like never question those who do great things, until they don't or have a sub-par game. Again, you need to question everything, including others greatness, but there is a way to do it so it's meaningful.
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There is nothing worse then trying to compare your product, your success you effort to someone else. Doing that can do create moments of "merchandise envy." what is that? That's is when you look at someone else and say "mine is not as good as theirs?" But that is not the case. Listen in as I talk about my episode of dealing with my own merchandise envy and how to overcome it.
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Sometimes you need forget what happened and move forward. But the biggest gift you can give yourself is to forgive yourself for wasted time. It will do no you good, it will do nothing but slow you down. Listen to this chapter from my book Permission to Succeed: The only person who can give it is you.
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It's all about ME! a common phrase that usually is said be those we deemed to be selfish. However, if you look at what it takes to be successful, sometimes you need to become selfish in order to get what you want out. Here is an archive i found where in 3 minutes I give you points on how to make all about you !
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Meet Micheal Dorsey, Speaker, educator, father, husband and former contestant on the Biggest Looser. Mike was live at our Off the Bench Live Maryland Edition in April 2019. Listen in as he talks about his One Click movement and how he had to begin where he was to re-start on this journey.
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Speaker, author Coach and stay at home dad Jonathan (J.O) Oliver. With his new book entitled To the Little Boy in Me.Listen in as we discuss his journey to the point where he learned he had dyslexia and what life lessons he learned that now serve him in a greater capacity in helping others get off the bench.
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Parents, there are a few things you need to tell your athlete as they are getting ready to compete on the next level. The biggest thing they need to know is, what ever it took to get to them where they are now, is not enough to keep them there. Hard work is still the thing that people over look as a necessary step to greatness. Listen to this podcast and let your young athlete listen as well. This is their journey, but they still need our guidance.
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When we get sick and tired of things, we make a change. We make a change to what we think we want. But actually everything is how we choose it to be. If that were not the case why don't we change them sooner? Give me 1 minute to explain.
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Meet Jordan Murphy. Podcast host from the show Break Through's you can find it where ever you listen to your podcasts. This episode, we talk about mindfulness and how it can shape your life and why you need to engage this new superpower to help you get off the bench and into the starting line up of life.
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Give me 60 seconds to motivate you. When you want to quit, just remember these three phrases. I Am, I Can, I Will let me explain why.
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Effective communication is the key to not only sales success, but business growth. Entrepreneurs usually are not the best speakers. But, who else can promote your small business better than YOU. Meet JB, speaker trainer and coach. J.B has made the cornerstone of his speaker training business to help entrepreneurs embrace and master the art of speaking. Listen in and get some tips and tricks on how to have your words make you money.
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Give me 60 secs to motivate you. Letting go is about releasing yourself, and freeing yourself to do more. Basically, its giving yourself permission to succeed.
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Listen in to this session with the BOSS leadership Institute as we discuss the topic of social media and how this tool can help you grow your business and increase your presence. Even if you are not sure how to do it. I will give you 3.5 things to help you get off the bench right now.
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Join me in this 60 sec time out. These have been created to give you a quick shot of motivation and something to think about as you go through your day. Listen to them, and then get ready to get back in the game.
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Coaches drive the culture for every sports team. If you want to make sure your culture is clearly defined and achieves success, you want to add these three things to your coaching tool kit Listen in as I talk to girls softball coaches about what they can do to ensure that all of their girls have success and growth during the season.
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Join me in this 60 sec time out. These have been created to give you a quick shot of motivation and something to think about as you go through your day. Listen to them, and then get ready to get back in the game.
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This episode is from a Facebook live where the topic was about how BOSS Leaders need to deal with emotions and setbacks and finances. My topic, funding the dream. What will you do to get the funding you need to get your dreams in motion.
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It finally hit me. I woke up one morning and said, I have to be achieving more than I think, I have to be making ground my to-do list has plenty of lines through it. At that moment, I realized that the "To-Do List" was the source of me never giving myself enough credit for the success I did have. The to-do list has to die. Words have power, we all know that, and yet we do little to change them so we can empower ourselves. Listen in as we talk about how killing our To-Do list and changing the name, will change the way you feel about your own personal success.
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Sports is one of the greatest teachers in life. It can show you how to be great in one second and how to recover from defeat in the other. However, everyone does not have access to this classroom for what ever reason. Jeffery Thompson, founder of 10:12 Sports, set out to change that. His youth sports program in West Baltimore, MD is the perfect example of what can happen when passion, plus faith, plus kids looking for tools to not just survive life, but to thrive in it come together. Listen in as he shares his heart and compassion for this program and the young people in West Baltimore. Oh yeah, 10:12 is a verse. 2 Samuel 10:12 check it out.
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If you love Star Wars, there is a classic scene where Darth Vader reaches out to Luke and say" take my hand and together we can rule the universe together as father and son, it is your destiny". Well that didn't end to well for Darth. However, the thought is that you can let things happen to you or you can get involved with your success. In this episode I am talking about taking action and preparing for your success as you get in the starting line up of life.
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Every year I have Facebook live discussion about my word of the year. This discussion will help you find a word that you can focus on to get you back to center when you feel like you off course. If you don't know how to choose a word, listen in as I give 3 ways to help you pick one out. Trust me, this process is a great step to achieving your goals on your vision board. You do have one correct?
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My first mistake was to call her Journalist, she quickly corrected me and stated she consider herself a writer or a contributor. OK, but what's difference? Meet Kimberly Jarvis contributor to ESPN's digital property the Undefeated. Kimberly shares her journey and explains how she got "HERE" this moment in time and how she continues to expand her career.
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Meet Jonathan Oliver, father of 2 young girls, Husband speaker, author, coach and the most important job, a stay at home dad. Listen in as we talk about his book, "Joy in the Journey", which chronicles the early years of his new role as a stay at home dad. Jonathan can be found speaking around the county, promoting his book, smoking BBQ Brisket, golfing, and toting his 2 girls all over town.
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People always talk about their personal brand. But rare is the discussion about what makes up this thing we call Personal Brand. Join me as I speak with Podcast host, Speaker and Trainer Eddie Francis. Eddie has a wealth of experience and knowledge on this topic and has presented his view on this topic all over the country. Be sure to subscribe to his Podcast "For our Edification" which can be found on his website www.EddieFrancis.com
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Listen to this interview with World Traveler, Speaker, life coach and greeting card designer Candance Doby. Her passion to travel SOLO around the world has lead her on a journey that has build not only her confidence to live life, but the courage to help others live their best life.
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Have you ever been some place and someone comes up to you and says, "Sorry, you look like someone I know, my bad" That is mistaken identity. But when it comes to growth and transformation of you the person, you need to stop sending in your representative and start showing up as your authentic self. Listen as I give 3.5 ways to start showing and presenting as the person you want to be.
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When it comes to change, there is no need for any notifications. People seem to think that posting and telling everyone that you are going to change is the best way to go, no. Just change. Show up doing what you said you want to do. Other peoples opinions don't matter. What matters is that you set your goals, take action and stay committed.
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It is too easy to let others define your success. The NCAA does a masterful job of doing this every year at playoff time. However, the criteria for who is more successful or who is more deserving is subjective at worst, and plain politics at best, my opinion. But what isn't up for debate is if you let someone define your success, you also give them the power to define your failures. Don't let others have that much control. Listen to my 3.5 ways of how to redefine your own success, and not leave it to the fate of the NCAA playoff committee.
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What if I told you that Fear and Success cannot occupy the same space, would you believe me? The best way to deal with the fear of success is to have a mind set change. Listen in as I discuss how you can do this and find your way off the bench and back into the starting line-up of success.
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In order to get Better at what you do, you have to begin to ask questions about how you can get better. That question is the start of change. You have to wake up and challenge everything around you. Challenge how you prepare for success, how you select friends, how you blame yourself, what are you true expectations, EVERYTHING. It is no longer time to just sit back and accept what has been given to you. It's time to challenge everything and change your approach to getting off the bench.
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Everyone has an EGO, do not be fooled. The Ego is the mediator between your off the chain self, and you conservative self. What you feed your EGO will influence how you deal with change and ultimately how you deal with FEAR. Listen to this session I as speak with the B.O.S.S Leadership Institute in this series on Leadership. Topic How do leaders deal with fear.
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As a Leader, how do you let others know what you see. Not just with your physical eyes, but your vision for the future. Having a vision is one thing, communicating it so others can support you and the efforts it's takes is another. Listen to these series of talks where I speak with B.O.S.S Leadership Institute on various topics This one is Vision.
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We all go through life and do lots of things. Some intentional, some by accident. But when its all said and done, the bigger question to be asked is, did I have impact. When you walk in the room do you infuse it with energy and positive vibes, or do you suck the ever loving life out of it? When you are going about your life, do things that matter be intentional in your efforts because you will never know when that exact thing you did or said, will change a persons life.
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This is the last in the 3 part series discussing how to create your PSSP and how to use it to help you start on your journey to success. This session I take you deeper into how to apply the PSSP and which areas you need to focus on to get started and maintain your momentum.
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