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Behind the Dreamers

Behind the Dreamers

Written by: Jennifer Loehding
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We are talking to the achievers, the creators, the magic makers, and the dreamers. These are our friends. These are your friends. And they are living the extraordinary.

2025 Jennifer Loehding Self-Help Social Sciences Success
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  • Trent Clark on Leadership, Athletics, and Hyperlearning

    Trent Clark on Leadership, Athletics, and Hyperlearning
    Jun 20 2023

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    Trent Clark, founder and CEO of Leadershipity, shares his experiences in sports and business that have led to his personal leadership and team-building programs. He emphasizes the importance of affirmations and declarations in shaping one's life and shares how sponging wins and losses can empower oneself and team members. He also stresses the significance of recognizing strengths and weaknesses in achieving goals. Trent is best known for being a two-sport Division 1 Collegiate Athlete and coaching 12 years in professional baseball with three organizations, including three trips to the World Series.

    Key Points
    • Recognizing weaknesses and hiring the right people to fill those roles is crucial in entrepreneurship.
    • Skills learned in athletics, such as discipline and hyperlearning, can be applied to business and personal growth.
    • Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster, requiring tenacity and persistence.
    • Making adjustments and doing the work can lead to success.
    • Get clear on your strengths and find synergy partners to work with.
    • Our superpowers can be both a blessing and a curse.
    • It's important to know the strengths of our team members and empower them.

    Best Quotes
    05:11 - "We want all these, its (integrity, accountability, dependability, coachability, diversity, unity, productivity), and the reality is, is we're good at some of those things and some not so good, right? So we have to develop those, those its to, to really complete our team."
    08:52 - 09:06 "It's a lot of people who are trying to develop themselves athletics are great for that, like developing and you have coaches that come along and they're helping you devise how to get better and how to learn and how you can learn faster what I call hyper learning."
    20:54 - 21:02 "I'm gonna caution you about where you get your information from because you should go to people that've actually done what you are trying to do because they will help you get there."
    26:28 - 26:33 "Committed is acting, you know, are you interested or you're committed, interested is talking about it. Committed is doing it, right?"
    32:23 - 32:27 "Some of the best entrepreneurs really, they really sponge out all the wins too." 32:41 - 32:46 "We should know those things that power us and empower us and the strengths of the team members around us."
    #realtalk #storytime #community #dreamers

    For a transcript of this episode, go to www.behindthedreamers.com.
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    34 mins
  • In the Ring with Tony Mack: Conquering Obstacles and Achieving Success

    In the Ring with Tony Mack: Conquering Obstacles and Achieving Success
    Sep 12 2023

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    Step into the ring with us as we host the indomitable Tony Mack, a retired professional boxer turned thriving business owner. With a narrative that truly packs a punch, Tony reflects on his unexpected journey into the world of boxing, how he grappled his way up to being a top-ranking fighter, and the harsh blow that brought his professional boxing career to an abrupt halt. His story, however, isn't one of defeat - it's about finding strength in adversity, reinventing oneself, and demonstrating that life's toughest battles often lead to its greatest victories.

    Get a first-hand account of how Tony transformed adversity into opportunity when a Retina detachment forced him to hang up his gloves for good. As we peel back the layers, Tony unveils how this setback fueled his passion for personal development, sparked the inception of Hidden Gym, and led him to foster a culture of positivity and resilience at TMack Elite Training. This isn't just a tale of a professional fighter turned business owner; it's a tale of a man who learned to dance in the rain instead of waiting for the storm to pass.

    As we round off this riveting tale, Tony lends insights into the striking parallels between the fight ring and the business world, underscoring how adversity can be a formidable teacher. Hear how his hard-earned wisdom is now channeled into training athletes and everyday individuals, shaping them to be the best versions of themselves. And if you thought that's all there is to Tony, he also shares a sneak peek into his personal life, revealing his favorite books and guilty pleasure snacks. So, lace up your gloves and settle in for a conversation brimming with compelling insights, personal revelations, and an inspiring message of resiliency.

    These are our friends. These are your friends. AND they are living the extraordinary.

    For a transcript of this episode, go to www.behindthedreamers.com.
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    28 mins
  • Innovating Web3 with Positivity: A Chat with Eric McHugh, President of SHOPX

    Innovating Web3 with Positivity: A Chat with Eric McHugh, President of SHOPX
    Apr 28 2024

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    In this episode of Behind the Dreamers, host Jennifer Loehding interviews Eric McHugh, an entrepreneur in the Web3 sphere. They discuss the concept of Web3 and its importance in transforming digital assets and customer engagement. Eric shares his journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced. He emphasizes the significance of mindfulness, positive habits, and surrounding oneself with the right people and content. Eric's primary goal is to spread positivity and make a meaningful contribution through his businesses, ShopX and DATAIng.

    Takeaways

    • Web3 is the next evolution of the internet, where individuals can read, write, and own content, creating a direct connection between creators and consumers.
    • Mindfulness and positive habits are essential for personal and professional growth, as well as attracting like-minded individuals.
    • Contributing to the well-being of others and making a positive impact is a key aspect of fulfillment and success.
    • In entrepreneurship, it is important to be adaptable, cut off unproductive tasks, and focus on income-producing activities.
    • Creating a complete and balanced life involves taking care of physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial aspects.

    These are our friends. These are your friends. AND they are living the extraordinary.

    For a transcript of this episode, go to www.behindthedreamers.com.
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    35 mins
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