In this inspiring episode of Live Life by Design, Jeff Mendez sits down with legendary boxing champion James “Buster” Douglas. From his early days in Columbus, Ohio, to his iconic upset victory, Douglas shares raw insights about his boxing journey, mindset, and the battles outside the ring that shaped him. Learn how personal accountability, passion, and perseverance have driven his life—inside and out of the ring. A must-listen for anyone chasing greatness.

Timestamps & Key Moments

00:00 Introduction & Guest Welcome

00:59 Boxing Post-COVID & Amateur Revival

02:01 Buster’s Boxing Origin Story

02:58 What Made Muhammad Ali Great

03:54 Realizing Boxing Was His Calling

04:22 Madison Square Garden Memory

06:16 Why He Never Truly Felt Defeated

07:00 Personal Accountability in Competition

08:17 Life Lessons from the Ring

08:40 Top 3 Fights of Buster’s Career

09:44 Training & Recovery Between Fights

11:30 What Champions Are Really Made Of

12:20 Why Buster Never Fully Retired

13:16 Dreams Fulfilled Through Boxing

14:11 Everyone You've Ever Met in a Room

15:00 Jeff’s Closing Message on Living Life by Design

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