In this episode of Deep Dive Drive, recorded during my morning commute, I dive into one of the biggest challenges facing young players today — discipline and mindset.

So many players say they want to achieve something in football…

but they’re waiting.

• Waiting for a coach to push them.
• Waiting for a manager to motivate them.
• Waiting for someone else to unlock their potential.

In this episode, I talk about why self-motivation has to come first.

I explore:

• Why relying on external motivation is a dangerous habit
• The difference between wanting success and working for it
• Why discipline behind the scenes matters more than moments in front of others
• How players must work on themselves before trying to impress someone else
• Why setbacks are a signal to reflect, reset, and take responsibility — not point fingers

This episode is about ownership.

About standards.

About doing the work when no one is watching.

If you’re a player, parent, or coach trying to understand what really drives progress, this conversation will challenge the idea that motivation is something given — and reinforce that the strongest mindset is built internally.

Real talk. Real accountability. One drive at a time.