In this episode of The Rundown with Rene Knott, Rene sits down with world-renowned performance coach and motivational speaker Ben Newman for a powerful conversation about purpose, discipline, and the mindset behind sustained success. 

Newman shares the deeply personal story behind what he calls “The Burn”—the internal fire that pushes people to live with urgency and intention. For him, that burn comes from losing his mother at a young age and realizing every day is a gift she never got to experience. That perspective helped drive his early success in finance and ultimately led him to a career inspiring athletes, executives, and teams around the world.

The conversation also explores leadership lessons from working with legends like Nick Saban, the power of discipline and standards, and why even high performers still need coaches and accountability.

It’s a candid discussion about resilience, preparation, and how connecting to your “why” can transform the way you show up in business, sports, and life.

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