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Sports Motivation Podcast

Learn the strategies, systems and mindset needed to perform and dominate under pressure. The Sports Motivation Podcast is hosted by Former NFL Running Back Niyi Sobo. Here you'll learn how to master your emotions, specific methods for setting and reaching your goals, and how to develop the mindset of the worlds greatest athletes.
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Now displaying: February, 2020
How to create new habits
Feb 28, 2020
In this episode, I break down the principles and strategy behind starting, and really implementing, a new habit.
 
(1:53) The inspiration behind today's episode - shoutout to Carlos! @562raised
(3:40) Tip: Get really really sold, on why this habit is important!
(5:16) My personal hack: Re-learn the required knowledge on this habit
(7:04) Tip: Envision what this habit will do for you in the longterm
(8:22) Tip: Pick a starting point
(9:10) Tip: Identify the "play" for your sequence of actions
(10:35) Tip: You've gotta start the action. Implement, then monitor.
(12:35) Tip: If the habit is going well, raise the standard a bit.
(14:07) Tip: Review your ultimate vision.
(15:40) IG: @niyisobo
 
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What to do when nothing is going right
Feb 25, 2020
You've been going at this same goal for some time now, but nothing is really happening. There's no real progress. It's starting to stress you out, and make you feel like maybe you should let it go...
 
In this episode, I break down the mindset and strategy to approach these very real situations.
 
(1:53) The inspiration behind today's episode - shoutout to Marwa! @wrecklessbeauty17
(3:52) Take the reality check.
(7:25) Tip: Build the infrastructure to support your goal.
(9:58) Tip: Create a fraternity/sorority, and find your people.
(13:00) Tip: Trust the process, knowing you will figure it out.
(15:47) Tip: Game day is every day, so develop a "short-term memory"
(16:54) Tip: Remind yourself of the alternative option
(17:54) Tip: Listen to Nipsey Hussle.
(18:22) Tip: Study the greats at every moment of your day.
(19:15) Tip: Discuss your emotions.
(20:25) You gotta be proud of yourself
(21:43) The Killer Instinct community is waiting for you. Imnotyou.com/KI
How to pull yourself out of an emotionally dark place
Feb 21, 2020
Sometimes life deals you a hand that humbles you, and leads to a dark and emotional place.
 
In this episode, I detail my approach to dealing with these emotional storms, and how to pull yourself out of them without harming yourself or others.
 
(1:53) What to expect in today's episode
(6:19) Greg Kuhn's, "Why Quantum Physicists Do Not Fail"
(7:13) Emotions are in relation to what you want
(12:44) Building your beliefs
(17:00) Self care: Stop the bleeding
(21:09) Self care: Separating from the emotion
(25:05) Self care: Re-clarify your intentions
(26:50) Self care: Move
(27:33) Self care: Build real, authentic humility
(29:47) Self care: Share your knowledge with others
(33:00) Will you follow-through with this system during your dark times?
Bars: Believe (ft. Meek Mill & Justin Timberlake)
Feb 20, 2020

In this episode, I break down some incredibly powerful Meek Mill lyrics, where he outlines the mindset that has lead him from the streets of Philly, to the top of the top. #Bars

Bars: No Excuses (ft. Brian Tracy)
Feb 19, 2020

To reach your goals, you need to delegate time to the tasks necessary to accomplish them. This is obvious.... but what you were doing before? What will you now say "no" to? In this episode, I break down a practical mindset that Brian Tracy has, that makes him incredibly productive. #BARS

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How to influence others to step their game up
Feb 18, 2020
How do you get others to step their game up?
 
How can you positively influence those around you?
 
In this episode, I break down my core philosophy towards influence, and how to apply it to your team, your friends, and teammates to get them to up their game.
 
(1:22) What to expect from today's episode
(4:35) You gotta be on point.
(8:12) Know what you believe.
(11:02) Become self-aware.
(12:18) Study people.
(13:09) Fearless communication.
(15:09) Having goals to be the best in something.
(16:22) Have patience for the hate.
(16:51) Invest in people.
(18:13) You down for the task?
 
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Meet Me In HELL
Feb 14, 2020
"Everybody wants to go to Heaven, but no one wants to die."
 
At some point, you're going to have to face your fears, your demons, and your weaknesses. The longer you wait, the more unforgiving life becomes.
 
In this episode, I break down the types of characters that most need to book their flights to hell. Don't worry, I will be there to greet you.
Bars: How to be an effective Executive (ft. Peter Drucker)
Feb 13, 2020

The OG business guru, Peter Drucker, breaks down in detail what it takes to be an effective executive. #Bars

3 Things All Vicious and Dominant Competitors have in common
Feb 11, 2020
What makes dominant competitors so dominant? Is it their abilities? Is it talent? By now you know, of course, it's their mindset that plays a HUGE part.
 
However, that doesn't tell the whole story. In this episode, I break down the three pillars that every dominant competitor has in place, propelling them to other consistent successes.
 
Time Stamps:
(1:22) How today's episode will help you improve at a fast rate
(4:58) Making the assumption that: Anything is possible...
(5:55) What do you want to accomplish? How can we become elite/vicious competitors?
(8:15) You WILL succeed, if... #1: You have a DOMINANT MINDSET
(9:53) Do you have a clear vision/standard?
(10:25) Do you have clear reasons?
(15:53) You WILL succeed, if... #2: You have an ELITE SKILLSET
(18:57) You WILL succeed, if... #3: You have a GAMETIME STRATEGY
(21:26) Do you want to be great? (YES or NO answer)
 
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3 hurtful realities you need to be reminded of (Throwback)
Feb 7, 2020
Life can sometimes deal us a hand that seems impossible to work with....but it doesn't change the fact that you have that hand. Most people stay frustrated for too long about things that are just true...and then life passes them by. We have to be different. We have to remind ourselves of the realties that everyone else avoids, and create a plan to deal with the reality to get where we want. I break down 3 of the most difficult realities and how to make these benefit you. 
 
(1:51) Samaya
(3:43) Life's recent tests
(8:10) Giving hurtful truths to an 8-year old
(9:34) Reality #1: You are alone
(11:30) Reality #2: Nobody cares about you, as much as you think
(15:20) Reality #3: You're lazy and fearful, by nature
(16:59) We need a game plan.
(17:17) Gameplan #1: Understand and realize WHY you're alone | Invest in your circle
(20:48) Gameplan #2: Start caring about yourself
(25:28) Gameplan #3: Create a circle of beasts | Operate with challenges and goals | Track habits
(29:47) A dedication to my daughter
Bars: Wiz Khalifa's Advice on Goals (from "Real Rappers Rap")
Feb 6, 2020

In his latest track, Wiz Khalifa outlines some of the basic success principles he employs on the regular, that ensure his continuous reign at the top. #BARS

Bars: "Big Deal" (ft. Cam'ron)
Feb 5, 2020
Most people spend far too much time indulging in bad habits, hanging with the wrong people, and putting effort into things that will only sap energy, and pull you further away from your goals...
 
In Cam'ron's "Big Deal" track, off of Purple Haze 2, he breaks down how he approaches those who aren't committed at the level that he is. #BARS
The Killa's Approach To Aggressive Learning (3 Steps)
Feb 4, 2020
"What books should I read? How much? When? Should I listen to just the audiobook or read the physical book? What about YouTube? Mentors?"
 
Most people overwhelm themselves with so many questions and concerns, about all of the wrong things.
 
In this episode, I share with you my mindset, and 3 step approach, to learning fast for the purpose of reaching my goals.
 
(1:22) Why you're tuned in to this podcast
(4:58) What prevents us from learning
(7:05) 3 steps to your new approach to learning
(7:33) Step 1: Define your goals
(9:12) Step 2: Identify the obstacles
(10:14) Step 3: Aggressively follow your instincts (only after steps 1 and 2)
(13:42) Things to look out for as you follow this framework...
(29:45) A good place to start: imnotyou.com/top100
 
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