Show Notes:

Crazy is a compliment. “Everybody that’s done something special in life, they’ve all been criticized for being crazy. It’s a compliment. When somebody says, ‘You’re crazy; you’re nuts,’ I say, ‘Yes, I am.’ Being crazy means you see things that other people can’t see. Winning requires you to be different, and different scares people. It’s about stepping away from the pack and embracing your unique vision, even when others don’t understand it.”

Winning is uncivilized. “Winning is hard. It’s nasty. It’s uncivilized. It’s unapologetic. It’s about the relentless effort and sacrifices made to achieve it. When you win, you separate yourself from the pack, and the journey to do it again is even tougher. It requires you to be different, to face the harsh realities, and to embrace the challenges that come with staying at the top.”

Stand up differently. “Everybody says when you get knocked down, you need to dust yourself off and jump right back up. I totally disagree. When you get knocked down, stay down there for a bit. Understand why you got knocked down. When you stand up, you have to stand up differently. Each time you get knocked down and stand up again, you should be stronger, smarter, and more resilient. It’s about learning from the fall and rising as a different, better individual.”

Winning requires sacrifice. “Winning requires you to make decisions, not suggestions. When you make decisions, you have to answer the hard questions. Today, people prefer others to make decisions for them because it gives them an out if things go wrong. True winning demands accountability and the willingness to face difficult choices head-on. It’s about owning your path and the consequences that come with it.”

The relentless mindset. “Mindset is too general. Instead, it’s about having a winning mindset. There’s a huge difference between just a general mindset and the mindset of actually winning. The winning mindset involves specific goals, relentless drive, and an unwavering commitment to achieving those goals. It’s not just about thinking positively; it’s about taking the necessary actions to win repeatedly and consistently.”

The price of winning. “Winning is not about the parade, the streamers, or the confetti. It’s about the road you take, the time you spend to capture that win, and how quickly that win can be taken away from you. It involves the sacrifices, the relentless drive, and the constant pressure to stay at the top. Winning requires you to make hard decisions and face the harsh realities of what it takes to succeed. It’s an unforgiving journey that tests your limits and demands everything you have.”

The importance of accountability. “If you’re looking for somebody that just agrees with everything that you’re saying, this is not that individual. He’s going to challenge you. He’s going to hold you accountable. The best of the best want someone who will push them, not just agree with them. They need someone who will tell them when they’re wrong and help them improve. Accountability is crucial for achieving true success and winning consistently.”

Sacrifices for the greater good. “If you can find individuals around you that will be selfish for you, that will understand what you’re trying to achieve and hold you accountable, then your wins become their wins too. When you ask someone to put their life on hold for your goals, you must deliver and make those wins shared victories. It’s about having a team that supports your vision and benefits from your success, making the sacrifices worthwhile for everyone involved.”

The reality of balance. “Balance is earned. It’s earned the way you want to earn it. Your definition of balance may be completely different than mine. You have to figure it out and create it for yourself. Most people try to add more things to achieve balance, but true balance comes from eliminating the unessentials. It’s about making hard decisions and sacrifices, and understanding that balance is not a constant state but something you work towards over time.”