Discover how Jordan Pettway transformed from a college basketball player into a social media specialist managing multi-million follower accounts for NBA star Patrick Beverley and Million Dollars Worth of Game. In this inspiring conversation, Jordan shares his journey from founding Shake Squad Media as a sophomore to landing dream roles at Barstool Sports, revealing the strategic moves, relationship-building, and relentless work ethic that set him apart from the competition.

GUEST INFORMATION:

• Name: Jordan Pettway
• Credentials: Social Media Specialist at Barstool Sports, Founder of Shake Squad Media
• Background: College basketball player turned media entrepreneur who started his company sophomore year and has worked with Overtime, Slam Magazine, and Nike

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

[00:00:00] - Introduction to Jordan's Current Role

• Managing social media for Pat Bev Pod and Million Dollars Worth of Game

[02:29] - The 10 Million View Nike Video

• Breaking down the viral Nike vs Nike concept video

[04:34] - The Interview Process Reality

• Detailed breakdown of landing jobs with major brands

[08:53] - Starting Shaky Squad Media

• The entrepreneurial spark during sophomore year of college

[11:49] - The Importance of Relationships

• How a high school connection led to his Slam Magazine opportunity

[16:54] - Marketing Strategies for Viral Content

• Techniques for creating engaging social media content

[26:20] - Challenges in High-Profile Marketing

• Balancing creative content with revenue requirements

[33:41] - Behind the Scenes: Video Editing Process

• Demonstration of professional video editing workflow

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Relationships are everything - warm connections can open doors that cold applications cannot
2. Consistency beats perfection - posting 3-5 times daily across platforms drives growth
3. Platform-specific content performs better than one-size-fits-all approaches
4. Organization is crucial for professional video editing and content creation
5. LinkedIn is the most important platform for professional networking and opportunities
6. Hard work early in your career pays dividends later - internships and grunt work build essential experience
7. Maintaining your own business while employed provides security and creative freedom

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Andrew Petcash, LinkedIn's top voice in sports and creator of ProFluence, one of the world's leading sports business newsletters. From selling his first company as a college basketball player to building a network of podcast guests who've raised over $8 billion, Andrew shares his unconventional path to becoming a thought leader, angel investor, and media entrepreneur. Discover his marketing strategies, investment philosophy, and insights on the future of sports media.

GUEST INFORMATION:

• Name: Andrew Petcash
• Credentials: Creator of ProFluence, LinkedIn Top Voice in Sports, Angel Investor
• Background: Former Boston University basketball team captain (2017-2021), founded and sold College Athlete Insight while in college, now runs media/agency/fund verticals

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

[00:02:21] - College Mindset Shift: From NBA Dreams to Business Reality

• Transition from thinking he could play NBA to focusing on networking and business

[00:04:01] - Guerrilla Marketing with College Athlete Insight

• How he leveraged coach interviews and their social followings for organic reach

[00:08:41] - Leadership Development Through Discomfort

• Value of joining organizations like SAAC and Bloom Leadership Academy

[00:15:33] - Angel Investor vs. Advisor Distinction

• Explanation of equity-based advising versus capital investment

[00:24:33] - The Riches Are in the Niches Philosophy

• Why specialized content often outperforms broad content

[00:30:23] - Team Building: Long-term Vision Over Quick Money

• How he identifies people genuinely interested in building versus those seeking immediate compensation

[00:38:00] - The Creator Brand Revolution

• Shift from traditional advertising to people trusting people over brands

[00:41:55] - Future of Sports Media: Fragmentation and Consolidation

• Prediction of more niche sports content and streaming consolidation

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Podcasting is a powerful networking hack that can connect you with high-level entrepreneurs and investors
2. The riches are in the niches - specialized content often has more value than broad content
3. Social media should be used as a networking and learning tool, not just entertainment
4. Building genuine relationships focused on long-term value beats transactional approaches
5. Marketing is shifting from brand-focused to people-focused as consumers trust individuals over corporations
6. Initiative and self-direction are the most valuable traits in team members
7. Reading and continuous learning are essential for business success and personal growth

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[00:00:00] - The Struggle Begins

• Jason's early career anxiety making $12,000/year in Atlanta while pursuing his master's degree
• Key quote: "I got a college degree. I just started my master's program. I think I was making $12,000 a year living in Atlanta, trying to pay rent, go to get my master's. It wasn't working."

[01:04:00] - Introduction and Achievements

• Overview of Jason's impressive track record, including $450K merchandise sales record and $30M scoreboard projects

[05:42:00] - The Sports Agent Reality Check

• How a practicum with a sports agent completely changed his career trajectory

[10:41:00] - The Power of Outworking Everyone

• Why Jason chose to work 60+ hours per week for free and the mentality that drove him

[13:38:00] - Essential Career Advice for Students

• Practical tips including getting involved early, learning Adobe Creative Suite, and building extended experience

[16:49:00] - Rapid Career Progression at FSU

• How Jason went from marketing assistant to director within months through competitive mindset

[26:39:00] - Creating the Friday Night Block Party

• The origin story of FSU's signature entertainment event was born from necessity

[33:43:00] - The Greatest Night of His Career

• How the throwback 90s spring game concert drew 60,000 fans and made national headlines

[38:42:00] - The Art of Selling Your Vision

• How listening skills and earning trust enable successful leadership and innovation

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Success in sports requires outworking the competition and making sacrifices early in your career
2. Building relationships and earning trust through actions (not just words) opens doors to opportunities
3. Innovation comes from taking calculated risks and putting fan experience first
4. Technical skills like Adobe Creative Suite are now essential, not optional, for sports marketing roles
5. Extended experience at one organization carries more weight than multiple short-term internships
6. Great leaders share credit for success and help others advance their careers

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GUEST INFORMATION:

• Name: Kendall Johnson
• Title/Credentials: Client Service Coordinator at Altius Sports Partners
• Background: Former student-athlete at University of Nevada and University of Louisiana Lafayette, former Nike employee, NIL industry specialist

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:

• Company works with Division I programs on retainer basis, taking no cut from athlete deals [0:00]

• Key quote: "We don't take a cut in any of the athlete deals at all. We're completely paid by the school on a retainer basis" [0:00]

• Founded in October 2020 by Casey, former NFLPA attorney, launched with LSU and Texas [1:17]

• Advisory team includes Oliver Luck (former West Virginia AD), Randy Anderson (NFL Chiefs CRO), Jessica Mendoza (ESPN) [2:45]

• Got into sports industry through persistent LinkedIn outreach and cold messaging [4:57]

• Philosophy learned from coach Billy Napier: "either you win or you learn" [5:44]

• Provides education, strategic advising, and compliance guidance to institutions [8:38]

• Working with University of Miami amid John Ruiz controversy [12:05]

• New facilitation program launched with LSU, Oklahoma State, Northwestern, South Carolina, Virginia, Cincinnati [14:52]

• Institutional facilitation now allowed in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina [16:56]

• F-1 visa status prevents international students from NIL participation in US [21:18]

• Traditional endorsements, in-kind deals, appearances/camps, unique deals like NFTs and equity [25:34] 

• Camps and clinics particularly lucrative - volleyball athlete making $1,000 per weekend [30:23]

• Agent requirements vary by state - some allow parents, others require certification [34:00]

• Follower count helps but isn't everything - "everyone can eat in this space" [36:01]

• Biggest myth: thinking it's impossible to break into sports from smaller schools [43:36] 

• Importance of saying no to deals that don't align with values [44:50]

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GUEST INFORMATION:

• Name: Bob Lynch
• Title/Credentials: CEO and Founder of Sponsors United
• Background: Former Senior VP of Global Partnerships at BSE (Brooklyn Nets, New York Islanders), VP of Corporate Partnerships at Miami Dolphins, played Division I football at Temple and Delaware

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Book: "Zero to One" by Peter Thiel - Framework for creating monopolies and solving hard problems
• CAPTCHA system by Louis von Ahn - Inspiration for crowdsourcing model
• ChatGPT - Recommended AI tool for $20/month investment
• Sir Alex Ferguson - Manchester United coach referenced for resilience philosophy
• Steve Jobs' calligraphy class - Example of diverse learning leading to innovation

[00:01:27] - The Sponsorship Industry Problem

• Lynch identified the sports sponsorship industry as the "wild west" of advertising with no standardized information or pricing

[00:05:23] - Solving Two Critical Pain Points

• Professional sports teams were spending 20% of salesperson time on manual research

[00:10:33] - The Crowdsourcing Innovation

• Created Sponsor University program to get stadium data without paying millions for collection

[00:18:54] - The Power of Continuous Learning

• Lynch transformed from a 2.0 GPA student through voracious reading and curiosity

[00:32:56] - The Psychology of Resilience

• Key quote: "You almost have to not care about failure. It's like whatever. It's like, okay, I failed. Let me learn what I do wrong"

[00:43:39] - Fundraising Strategy and Structure

• Raised $40 million total through gradual buildup and deep domain expertise

[00:52:33] - Building Remote-First Culture

• Sponsors United operates as fully distributed company across 125+ cities

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Identify inefficiencies in established industries where information access is limited or fragmented
2. Solve hard problems that others think are unsolvable to reduce competition and create monopolistic advantages
3. Continuous learning and reading diverse topics can provide unexpected solutions and competitive edges
4. Resilience and comfort with failure are more important than natural talent or perfect grades
5. Deep domain expertise is essential before seeking investment - know your industry better than anyone
6. Creative constraints can lead to innovative solutions that become core competitive advantages
7. Structure your business properly from the start to avoid costly restructuring during growth phases

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• [00:06:49] - "Execution over anything" - Key philosophy on turning ideas into reality
• [00:12:57] - Singapore email story - Creative networking approach that landed NFLPA job
• [00:27:31] - Perfect sales record claim - Confidence from high-level sales training
• [00:34:34] - Corporate politics reality check - Honest assessment of perception vs. performance

RECOMMENDED SEGMENTS FOR TIME-LIMITED VIEWERS:

1. [00:03:48] - Secret Sauce and Career Strategy - Core philosophy on staying ahead in marketing
2. [00:12:57] - Creative Networking Stories - Practical examples of relationship building
3. [00:24:52] - Career Detours and Skill Building - How diverse experiences create marketing expertise
4. [00:34:34] - Corporate Politics Reality - Essential insights for professional advancement

INTERVIEW OVERVIEW

[00:00:00] - Introduction and Current Role Overview

• Raquel introduces her role as global head of athlete partnerships at Snap, discussing stadium naming rights deals and Snapchat's creator monetization through ad placement in stories

[00:00:47] - Professional Background and Introduction

• Host introduces Raquel's extensive marketing background including roles at Snap, Uninterrupted, Nike, Baltimore Ravens, and her own company
• Discussion of current marketing trends focusing on AI, VR, and AR technologies

[00:03:48] - Secret Sauce and Career Strategy

• Raquel explains her "secret sauce" as knowledge acquisition and staying ahead of industry curves
• Details her method of monitoring LinkedIn for job opportunities and industry intelligence
• Notable moment: [00:06:49] - "Execution over anything. A lot of people have great ideas, but don't know how to get them over the finish line"

[00:10:28] - Relationship Building and Professional Networking

• Strategies for building professional relationships as an introvert
• Creative approaches to making connections, including the Singapore email story for NFLPA job

[00:14:22] - Day-in-the-Life: Juventus Partnership Case Study

• Detailed breakdown of Juventus soccer team partnership with Snapchat
• Explanation of AR jersey technology and content creation process

[00:16:15] - Augmented Reality vs Virtual Reality Explained

• Technical explanation of AR vs VR technologies and Snapchat's philosophy

[00:17:48] - Snapchat's Discover Feed and Creator Economy

• Explanation of media partnerships and creator monetization on Snapchat
• Details about ad placement in creator stories and revenue sharing

[00:22:15] - Most Coveted Marketing Skills

• Discussion of diverse skill sets over specialization in marketing roles
• Emphasis on being a "jack of all trades" rather than master of one

[00:24:52] - Career Detours and Skill Building

• How non-sports roles (Capitol Hill, sales) enhanced marketing capabilities
• Lessons from selling stadium naming rights deals

[00:29:37] - Creative Marketing Execution Examples

• Detailed examples of out-of-the-box marketing for stadium naming rights
• Custom suitcases, virtual projections, and immersive experiences

[00:30:59] - Entrepreneurial Journey: Alpha Zoom Creative

• Origin story of starting a marketing company through helping athlete friends
• Transition from free work to paid opportunities

[00:34:34] - Corporate Politics and Perception Management

• Candid discussion about the importance of perception in corporate environments
• Struggle with self-promotion and visibility in professional settings
• Notable moment: [00:34:34] - "I hate corporate politics... but perception is reality"

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00:00 – 02:00 | “The Lie They Never Taught Us About Adulting”

Charles opens with raw truth — how the education system raises dreamers, not decision-makers, and why “What Did I Just Sign?” became the financial wake-up call every young athlete needs.

02:00 – 04:00 | “Before the Brand Deal Comes the Mirror”

Forget contracts and sponsors — this is about identity. Charles breaks down how athletes can build magnetic brands by mastering self-awareness and getting comfortable in front of the camera.

04:00 – 07:00 | “You’re 18? Then You’re Already 28.”

Why athletes don’t have time to “just be kids.” The brutal truth about growing up in the NIL era — and how adding ten years to your mindset could save your career (and your future).

07:00 – 10:00 | “The 8-Million-Dollar Lesson Nobody Told You”

A shocking breakdown of the Fernando Tatís Jr. contract deal — and how one bad signature can cost an athlete millions. The real difference between empowerment and exploitation.

10:00 – 13:00 | “Born Looking Like Circumstances, Dying Looking Like Choices”

One of the most powerful moments in the episode. Charles dismantles victimhood, explains how visuals drive comprehension, and shows how financial clarity can change your entire trajectory.

13:00 – 15:30 | “Pain Is the Price — Choose Your Type”

The crossroad between regret and discipline. A brutally honest take on free will, growth, and why both success and failure demand the same amount of work — just different consequences.

15:30 – 17:30 | “The Golden Handcuffs: How Wealth Can Trap You”

Behind the book cover — the symbolism of chains, contracts, and illusions of success. Why so many athletes sign their own bondage disguised as opportunity.

17:30 – End | “The Non-Compete That Changed Everything”

The real story that sparked “What Did I Just Sign?” — how one internship, one clause, and one smart decision to walk away became the blueprint for self-ownership.

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Adam White didn’t just stumble into sports media — he hacked it together with equal parts hustle, naivety, and bartending tips.

At 19, while juggling classes at the University of Miami and serving drinks at night, he started interviewing anyone in sports who’d pick up the phone. No investors, no business plan, not even a clue about Delaware C-Corps — just raw curiosity and a “let me tell your story” cheat code. That cheat code snowballed into Front Office Sports (FOS), which today is a multi-million-dollar sports media brand with 37 employees, Adweek accolades, and a valuation that makes his early barback paychecks look like pocket lint.

🔑 Big Takeaways (the podcast producer’s cut)

The Overnight Decade

FOS looks like an “overnight success,” but Adam is eight years deep, still grinding like it’s year one. He admits: “Every overnight success is really ten years in the making.” Translation: don’t be fooled by the headlines — he sacrificed vacations, weekends, and probably his liver during those bar shifts to get here

Mistakes Were Made

• Gave away free equity like Halloween candy.
• Formed as an LLC, then learned the hard way about taxes haunting you years later.
• Built his first pitch deck on Google Slides… and still cringes at it.
• His advice now? Lawyer up, accountant up, incorporate in Delaware, and don’t give your cousin free shares because he “knows a guy.”

The $5 Million “Strategic” Deal

In Adam’s words: “Investors care about one thing: return of capital. If you can return it, you’ll always have investors in your next venture.”

Attention to Detail or Die

Misspelling a brand’s name in a pitch deck? That’s game over. Adam is maniacal about the little things because in media, the little things are the big things. Celebrities now share FOS content not because it’s flashy, but because it’s sharp, consistent, and relentlessly on brand.

Leverage & Long Games

At 23, he knew he had no leverage. So he took on partners with deep pockets, connections, and even a pickleball team with LeBron James. The trade-off? He doesn’t own 60% anymore. The upside? He’s set up for the long game — and his 35-year-old self will thank him

Brand Over Everything

Whether you’re Nike, Applebee’s, or ESPN’s one-eyed dog with a sales badge, brand wins. Adam’s mantra: “Strong brand, strong business. Weak brand, you’re toast.”

Funny Truths & Raw Advice

• Biggest cheat code? “Everyone wants to help college kids.”
• On relationships: under-promise, over-deliver (and date someone patient enough to understand why you’ve never taken a vacation in 8 years).

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Jelani was a 5-star #10 overall recruit coming out of the 2009 high school class before choosing the University of Florida. The Miami Dolphins drafted Jelani in the 4th round of the 2013 draft and he played 5 seasons in the NFL.

Summary: Jelani Jenkins discusses the inspiration behind creating Postseason, an ed tech platform that supports elite athletes in their transition out of sports. He shares his own challenges in transitioning out of football and how he realized the need for a support system for athletes going through similar experiences. Jenkins emphasizes the importance of community, collaboration, and competition in helping athletes have a seamless transition into the real world. He also talks about the importance of authenticity and using social media to express one's passions. Jenkins reflects on moments of self-doubt and the importance of seeking mentorship and advice.

Timestamp Summary:

[0:04:40]Description of Postseason's services

[0:10:51]Building the Postseason team

[0:20:10]Importance of lifelong learning and being coachable

[0:22:33]Commonalities between being a great athlete and a great business person

[0:39:46]Importance of branding and social media for athletes

[0:47:36]Authenticity and challenges faced by Athletes

[0:51:28]Passion for serving athletes and finding solutions

[0:52:14] Q&A

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Camron Brown currently serves as Co-Owner & Director of Strategic Growth at Grind Oral Care. At 19 years old Camron won $25,000 at a University of Kentucky business competition which sparked his entrepreneurial journey.

Timestamp

[0:00:00] Introduction and background on starting a business

[0:10:46] Importance of joining organizations and clubs in college[

0:18:11] Involvement with Grind Oral Care and role as Director of Strategic Growth

[0:25:32] Importance of having a unique selling point in a crowded market

[0:34:37] Managing multiple responsibilities and the importance of self-education

[0:39:59] Dealing with self-doubt and finding ways to overcome it

Key Takeaways:

• The biggest risk is getting started and taking the leap into entrepreneurship.
• Joining organizations and clubs in college can help you connect with like-minded individuals and open doors for opportunities.
• Having a strong team and a unique selling proposition are crucial for success in business.
• Constant learning and self-improvement are essential for personal and professional growth.

Quotes:

• "The biggest risk is always just getting started, in my opinion."
• "It's really good to be able to connect with people that know what you don't know."
• "You have to kind of make a decision for yourself at some point about what you want in life."
• "You have to look at yourself and say, all right, what do I care about? And whatever you care about, kind of taking that serious."

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Timestamps

02:57 Working with the Vancouver Grizzlies: Roles and Responsibilities

05:13 Negotiation Strategies and Relationship Building in the NBA

18:00 Conversation on the NBA Free Agency Process and Player Recruitment

20:52 Reflections on a Career in Sports Law and the NBA

24:38 Benefits of Working in the Legal Field and Starting a Sports Agency

27:08 Starting a Sports Agency

29:08 Discussing Hiring Practices and Innovations in Sports and Business

31:20 Sports Science and Load Management: An Analysis of NBA Player Rest and Recovery

37:03 Exploring the Process of Buying a Professional Sports Team

41:06 Mentorship and Relationships in Professional Sports:

46:16 Networking and Building Relationships in College: Advice from a Sports Professional

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Have you heard about Popl? It's the world's greatest virtual business card and enhancing business and personal reach. In today's episode of The Credentials Show, we sit down with Popl's head of Product Partnerships Bryce Alsten to discuss not only Popl but also his journey to reach this point.

Bryce really opens up on the strategy and experiences that help to mold him into the person he has become. After graduating from the University of Florida with an engineering degree, Bryce actually ended up jobless and for the first time in his life got a taste of what "depression" felt like. So tune in to hear the up and down and up journey of Bryce Alsten.

Topics Include:

• Living in Peru for an internship
• What makes Popl so unique
• Not really having role models
• Misconceptions of the college experience
• The power of networking
• Creating opportunities out of thin air
• Overcoming setbacks and failure
• What are Product Partnerships?

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So in true Charles fashion, this conversation covers not only his resume but also the strategy and stories of his journey to becoming a sports agent among other things... all off the cuff

Topics include:

• the types of students who want to work in sports
• the importance of sharing goals which your professors
• hidden secrets to getting exclusive internships

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In today's episode of The Credentials Show, the focus of the discussion is on the strategy in testing well during pressure situations. This episode is a follow-up to the Agent Study series and comes on the heels of our host, Charles, taking a test to become a certified member of a labor organization. This episode goes over helpful tips and tricks to gaining better test results and higher scores in pressure-packed situations!

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In recognition of this moment in time, the show's focus is to provide a couple of reasons as to what causes the immense amount of anxiety and pressure that comes with being an American Athlete in today's world.

In specific, today we discuss Dr. Lapchick Racial and Gender Report Card which measures the changes in racial and gender hiring practices and the relevance it has to today's episode. To learn more go to https://www.tidesport.org/racial-gender-report-card

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Tune into this week's episode as our host chronicles his experience studying for the NFL Agent Test that takes place in the fall. This week's study material consists of:

• Injury Protection Benefit
• Injury Grievances
• Workers Compensation
• Waiver wire order
• Players entering Waiver wire
• Termination Pay
• Injury Settlements
• Player's 2nd Medical opinion

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Tune into this week's episode as our host chronicles his experience studying for the NFL Agent Test in the fall. This week's study material consists of:

• Salary Cap charges
• Training Camp fines and loss of wages
• Veteran Salary Benefit Contracts
• Split Contracts
• Practice Squad Contracts
• Signing Bonus Forfeiture
• Contract Incentives,
• Post-June 2 Salary Cut
• Commissioner Discipline
• Restricted Free Agents

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In this episode of The Credentials, we break down lessons learned from Robert Kiyosaki's book "Unfair Advantage", what schools will never teach you about money. However, before we get to the main course. The appetizer in this episode is information on car insurance coverage lol. Our host recently got into his first accident so he shares insightful information about the process. In particular breaking down the difference between collision, comprehensive, and liability coverage. Plus in preparation for the ever-evolving economy, the show discusses Robert Kiyosaki’s book Unfair Advantage. This book talks about the history and evolution of money along with explaining practical investment information. 

Concepts include: 

-US dollar and Gold Standard 

-Types of assets 

-ROI

-Federal Reserve 

-Gains vs Flow 

-NINJA loans 

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In this episode of the Credentials, the focus is on Chris Voss's book Never Split the Difference. Over the course of this episode we layout and discuss 8 key takeaways from the book:

1. Take away disbelief
2. 7/38/55
3. Yes - Counterfeit, Confirmation, Commitment
4. Seek NO
5. No deal > Bad deal
6. Losses > Gains
7. Demands + Terms = Pay
8. Don't avoid honest clear conflict

Lastly, we salute Luka the Don with a childhood story. Plus we share our thoughts on Biden's Student Loan decision.

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In this episode of The Credentials Show, we are joined by Joey Darshan. Joey is a fraternity brother of our host, Charles, and his father told him at a young age to figure out how to get paid through brainpower and not through back power. The problem was he had nothing to focus his brain on. Now Joey is running the Darshan Group which is poised to become a Real Estate development company after successfully buying and selling a duplex for profit (he explains fully). To get to this point though it took a lot of failing forward because this wasn't Joey's dream plan all along. As he said in this interview, fear and insecurity was the main factor in pushing him to get started in real estate. Plus throughout the conversation, Joey shares specific books and podcasts that he was able to get ahold of along the way which was crucial to his development.

Other topics include:

• Self-awareness and Self-help
• The importance of F$%k Ups
• What creates Passion and Motivation
• Lessons from a salesman
• What high school activity altered his life trajectory

Plus much more.

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QUOTE #1

And then when it comes to the football part, that's easy. I'm going to have really high standards. I'm not going to relent from my standards. So I want everybody in my room to be the best. We're going to be there ten minutes early into the meeting room. We're going to outwork every position group. Our mentality is going to be the best position group in the country. I'm not a yeller.

QUOTE #2

You're really just a product of your thoughts and your behaviors. What you think of yourself is what you are. It's that classic little picture I mean, you might have seen on Twitter or something like that. It's like a little kitten and he's looking in a mirror and in the reflection he sees like a lion or a tiger. That vision you have for yourself, really, that's who you are, regardless of what people tell you. So at some point you keep seeing a tiger. Hey, you might become a tiger regardless of what you are.

TIME STAMP

Heading: Investing in Yourself During the Pandemic: A Conversation with Georgia Tech Football Coach

0:04:15

Heading: Evaluating the Spring Game and Role of the Box Coach

0:05:30

Heading: Reflections on Coaching During the COVID-19 Pandemic

0:08:26

Heading: The Impact of Coaches on Confidence and Productivity

0:12:01

Heading: Successful People: Adapting and Creating Different Ways to Succeed

0:13:54

Heading: Reflections on Divine Intervention, Exposure, and Faith

0:22:41

Discussion on Capitalism and Self-Made Success

0:23:49

Conversation with Former College Football Player, Jevon Williams, on Teamwork and Making the Dream Work

0:30:45

Conversation on the Power of Believing in Yourself Despite Doubts from Others

0:32:17

Conversation on Overcoming Insecurities and Vulnerabilities to Achieve Goals

0:33:54

Conversation on Achieving Originality and Going All In on Your Vision

0:35:32

Conversation on Finding Passion and Living with Purpose

0:37:18

Conversation on Human Nature and the Impact of Societal Constructs

0:39:59

Heading: Walk-On Process at the University of Florida for Linebacker Position

0:41:50

Reflection on Making the University of Florida Football Team

0:43:15

Heading: Christian Garcia's Journey from Walk-On to Starting Linebacker at the University of Florida

0:52:04

Reflection on Football Career: From Humbling Moment to Team Captain

0:54:23

Heading: Reflection on Performance Anxiety and Identity in Sports

0:56:24

Conversation on the Importance of Taking College Seriously for Future Success

0:58:14

Conversation on Making a Positive First Impression and Memory Techniques

1:02:02

Heading: Reflection on the Start of a Coaching Career with Tim Skipper at UNLV

1:03:26

Conversation with Former UNLV Graduate Assistant on Coaching Experience

1:07:34

Conversation with Coach Collins: The Power of Making a Good Impression

1:09:33

Conversation on Achieving a Full Ride Graduate Assistantship

1:11:42

Conversation on Achieving Goals and Overcoming Comparison

1:14:08

Conversation on the Importance of Relationship Building in Coaching

1:16:04

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• [00:01:30] NFL draft predictions. [00:06:11] Finding happiness during COVID. [00:08:27] Role models and influences. [00:12:35] Falling in love with the Yankees. [00:16:44] Transitioning to a new life. [00:21:23] Networking and research. [00:25:52] Importance of Reading and Podcasts. [00:31:18] College major changes. [00:34:52] Sports Business Minor Intensity. [00:43:02] Falling in love with soccer. [00:44:19] Living in the moment. [00:48:10] Comparison steals our joy. [00:53:01] Perspectives in social media. [00:56:24] The cost of college education. [01:00:54] Student loan struggles. [01:05:54] Financial aid for investing. [01:09:30] Finding Opportunities in Sports Business. [01:14:28] Corporate partnerships in sports. [01:18:12] Sports team sponsorships. [01:24:31] Making billions through others. [01:29:36] ESPN interview panic attack. [01:31:25] Starting a YouTube channel. [01:39:32] Roles and responsibilities. [01:43:38] Meg Thee Stallion on First Take. [01:44:42] Meeting Meg Thee Stallion. [01:50:13] Defining personal career goals. [01:53:13] Originality and success. [01:58:39] Sacrifices for your dream.

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In this episode of The Credentials, former Notre Dame and the University of Florida starting Quarterback Malik Zaire joins the show. The lucky lefty is now a College Football TV analyst for CBS Sports. Born in Ohio with dreams of becoming the next Michael Vick, Malik shares his journey and experiences that allowed him to become Southwest Ohio Offensive Player of the Year in Highschool and landing an opportunity to play at Notre Dame as the first black left-handed QB in the program's history. Plus Malik shares how he was able to make the transition from being a student-athlete to now having the opportunity to be a tv analyst and host for two major sports brands (CBS Sports and Overtime).

Other topics include:

- Strategy to becoming an elite 11 QB

- Why he chose to be a film major because of football

- Fathers

- Networking Opportunities

- Lucky Lefty Bourbon

- How injuries affected his playing career

- The importance of books

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In today's episode of "The Credentials," Dartmouth Alum Vernon Harris II joins the show to discuss his journey from an unranked Athlete fixing Xboxes and Playstations in his room Junior year of High School to a 2-time Ivy League All-American and now one of the Lead Engineers for an Aerospace company (Ibeos).

Topics Include:

What did it take to play at a powerhouse High School Football program?

How did Vernon spend his NFL money and what he learned from his time in the NFL?

How did he manage engineer classes with being a Football player?

How did he land his opportunity with the Aerospace company?

What does a day in the life of an aerospace engineer include?

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In this episode of THE CREDENTIALS, Malcolm Lemmons took time out of his schedule to talk about his second book, "Impact Beyond The Game", which is focused on sharing ways on how Athletes can build influence, monetize their brand, and create a legacy.

Malcolm is a former Division 1 Hooper who earned a scholarship as a 6'3 power forward in high school at Gonzaga Prep in DC. He went on to become an NAIA All American and Professional Hooper in Japan for a couple of years.

After his professional career, he began writing and eventually wrote an article for the Huffington Post about college athletes getting paid that ended up going viral. That article landed him opportunities to be on an ABC News outlet and TV One among other tv networks.

During our conversation we cover everything from, key factors to build a brand on social media, which platforms are best in 2021 for an online community, how Barry Bonds and Lance Armstrong can fix their image, plus why it is important for everyone to be building their brand.

Last but not least, we discuss Malcolm's new Initiative called Athletes Unheard which is all about Athletes and Mental Wellness. Malcolm opens up about his mental health challenges and what someone can expect from Athletes Unheard.

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https://athletesunheard.com/

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Are you stuck as to what is next or confused as to what you may be good at or have an interest in? 

You ever do things that you couldn't explain or have natural abilities such as being the friend everyone goes to for venting? Or the natural born leader of certain situations?

Well, you're in luck because this episode is focused on understanding human characteristics and tendencies plus where they come from. 

In specific, our guest Rudi Fate does a live breakdown of our host's natal chart. Now I know what you may be thinking, what does a natal chart have to do with personality traits and human characteristics?

Well, sit back, relax, and listen to exactly how the two work hand in hand because it's quite interesting.

If you are a Virgo then this is extra special because you will be even more amazed or convinced about how close the relationship is. Rudi completely opened up our host's perspective into the importance of understanding and learning your individual astrology birth chart.

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In this episode of " The Credentials" Peace Corp Member, fellow Theta Chi Brother & University of Florida alum, Martin Alexis joins the show to share how the jungles of Guyana & Laos opened his eyes. In specific, this conversation dives into what the Peace Corps is all about and some of the hidden benefits associated with this Government-run organization. Whether it be earning a scholarship for Graduate school or free travel to humbling yourself and serve others, Martin shares his perspective and knowledge.

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Topics include:

Richard P Hall Eagle Foundation.

The family culture & mentality growing up.

How to process the grieving of a loved one & benefits of therapy.

The Power of Greek Life & joining a Fraternity.

How Bryant got an opportunity to train elite athletes.

An exclusive look inside the Sweat Shop, which includes a look at the strength and recovery equipment.

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In this episode of "The Credentials" Alex and Wes (IG: @therealduragpapi and @wezblendz) Co-Founders of Wezteck Duragz join the show to discuss their revolutionary luxury duragz! This is literally a one-of-a-kind buckle design, made with premium velvet material, that can go inside your washer machine as well as not leave marks on your forehead because of wearing it for long periods of time! From being roommates and running track at McKendree University to starting Wezteck Duragz during the Covid-19 Pandemic. These men share how the business came about, what makes their product so special, and how they maintain their friendship and business together.

To Follow Wes and Alex's Journey go to:

Website: www.wezteck.com

Instagrams: @Wezteckduragz, @Therealduragpapi, @Wezblendz

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Topics include:

How running for Mr.Virginia Union changed his life?

What made him create ABIE?

What services does the ABIE Agency offer?

What experiences or jobs did he do to prepare to run the agency?

Why is entrepreneurship a good option for his situation?

What are the challenges that come with it?

What did it take to work with the Miami Dolphins?

What did it take to work with the Seattle Seahawks?

Therapy.

What's the importance of positive reinforcement?

Why is following up so important?

Are kids smarter than we give them credit for?

The impact of family role models.

Why are you going back for your Master's Degree?

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Twitter: @keytheque

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In this episode of The Credentials, Rudi Fate joins the show to discuss everything from Alchemy to Astrology during this enlightening conversation. Rudi is the daughter of a well-respected Air Force man which caused her life journey to span across continents and learn from soo many cultures. Throughout her journey, Rudi's CD player and the stars in the sky help guide her as she would write lyrics and listen to her favorite CDs over and over during long road trips in the family van. However, it is adversity and heartache that really pushes her to truly pursue her purpose. Tune in for this very introspective conversation with a person who's always in search of... why?

What to find out more about Rudi's Music?

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https://soundcloud.com/user-506077372

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/rudi-fate/1446824705

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1VworEH7M4ABEQJka7GDXH

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His entire basketball journey has been built by adversity and having to literally make nonbelievers into believers through performing well as an underdog in pressure situations. However, he shares what subtle big change he added to his basketball regime that unlocked his game and took it to a whole other level.

David Nichols is now a professional scorer in Slovenia with plans to reach the top 6 European leagues in the coming years. Similar to his Division 1 journey he is once again overlooked and undervalued, having to start from the lower leagues and working his way up the ladder. During the course of this conversation, David shares what it's like to be an American hooper coming to an overseas team and the expectations these European teams have for American players. Not to mention he shares a few of the perks of being an Overseas Hooper and what he is doing to maximize his platform right now while preparing for the future.

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Twitter: @Davey_Ballout13

Website: www.proscorersclub.com

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"If you have enough energy text and text then keep that same energy to talk and explain.."

In this episode of The Credentials, Accountability is the topic of discussion both internally and externally. This topic is inspired by a group chat conversation that got passionate and overwhelming at times. However, respect, appreciation, concern, and care were the core sentiments of the discussion. So take a listen as to what sparked the accountability conversation, the key takeaways from the conversation, and different perspectives to be aware of when talking accountability. However, if you do what the key lesson from this episode it's ... start listening :)

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1. Your Story/Thoughts?

2. Your assumptions?

3. Your why?

4. Your skillset?

5. Your passions?

6. Your interests?

7. Your goals?

8. YouTube

9. Astrology

10. Your diet?

11. What are you grateful for?

12. Do you have persistence?

13. How’s in your support system?

14. What are the Requirements for your goals?

15. Materialism

16. Investing

17. Audible

18. Filters

19. Faith

20. Higher Power/Prayer

21. Consistency

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Topics for this Episode:

1. Where the NoLackin brand came from

2. Describing the badlands of North Philly

3. Mindset on describing staying focused while dealing with challenging situations

4. How you overcame high school challenges

5. Keys to you getting college offers

6. Talk about your mentor & role models

7. How his mentor found him, the importance of exposure

8. Mentors & Unlocking greatness

9. Difference Between having and not having a mentor

10.What are the challenges of being a Division 1 Student-Athlete

11.Advice on picking a major & self-education

12.Challenges of Financial & Business literacy

13.What is Diycheatbook.com

14.How did you make your ebook

15.How did you educate yourself about credit

16.Who are the key figures that you studied

17.The power of audio learning & podcasts

18.How to get past adversity & challenges

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In this episode of "The Credentials" the focus is on strategies to overcome the bitter taste of sorrow.

In specific, this episode features strategies from Napoleon Hill's book "How to own your own mind" plus Jim Kwik's strategy from his Youtube channel conversations.

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To follow Ricky's journey go to:

Website: wreckitftlaudy.com

Instagram: @wreckit_ftl, @rickyballester

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