Micah Clarke|| Author of ‘Tomorrows Not Promised.’

With every passing day, life seems to get faster and more chaotic. We are constantly faced with more demands and demands for more. We are always stressed out from all the things we have to do. However, tomorrow is not promised. Tomorrow is not promised because it may never come, but today is. Today is a day where you can make a change in your life that will keep you on track and give you peace of mind. Today is the day to start your journey to a healthier, happier life. Today is the day that you can decide to stop eating fast food and cut out unhealthy food altogether. Today is the day that you can decide to lead a healthy lifestyle and make your body happy so it will give back to you by making you.

Join me in this exciting episode with Micah Clarke, the author of ‘Tomorrows Not Promised.’ He shares his experiences in authoring, the challenges he faced, and the lessons he learned. Writing a book is a personal journey. It can be an exciting, challenging, and rewarding experience. You have to be willing to work and stick with it.

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:01] Meet our today’s guest, Micah Clarke
• [01:19] What he does to remain mentally, physically, and financially fit
• [06:25] What inspired him to author his book; Tomorrows Not Promised
• [12:26] A snippet of what the book is about
• [18:08] Greatest challenges he had in getting his book out to the public
• [20:39] Where can you find Micah or his book
• [23:25] His advice to anyone aspiring to write a book
• [24:53] Ending the show with a quote by Wayne Dyer

Standout Quotes:

• "If you believe it will work out, you'll see opportunities. If you believe it won't, you will see obstacles."- Wayne Dyer [25:00]

Get Micah’s Book:

1. Tomorrows Not Promised: https://amzn.to/3Ngchxc

Let’s Connect! 

Micah Clarke

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/t_n_p_studios/_

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Today we are excited to have DJ M. Dot in our show. He is a radio host, musician, and DJ with a fierce passion for entertaining. His career took off when he went on the fast track to become an international star.

DJ M Dot was born in Daytona Beach and was raised in Miami. He loved music and has been doing it for over ten years as the DJ of the Miami Heat with DJ Irie. This is how he became a voice of their team!  He often performs at nightclubs and has a radio show that is rated highly.

In addition to being a humanitarian, M Dot is also a philanthropist who supports underprivileged youth programs in South Florida. M Dot was named one of the five most influential young professionals in Southwest Florida by News-Press.com for his positive impact within the community.

"The best part about entertaining is feeling the energy of the crowd react to what I’m creating. I like to call it… Moving the Masses.”  - M Dot 

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:02] What he does to stay mentally, physically, and financially fit
• [06:39] How he learned to be financially disciplined to live within his means
• [09:22] His long-term goals and advice to athletes on goal setting
• [11:06] His transition from a law firm owner to a DJ
• [17:49] The best lessons he learned during the transition
• [19:46] Common myths in the Djaying industry
• [24:14] A bit about how he has evolved into Djaying
• [30:20] Entertainment lifespan is short. Make informed decisions
• [32:41] Are you an upcoming artist or entertainer? DJ Dot has some tips
• [37:14] DJ Dot’s inspiration message you can grab today
• [41:42] How you can connect with him 
• [43:43] Ending the show with a quote by Jim Rhon

Standout Quotes:

• “Never doubt your capabilities. Grow and bloom where you are planted”- DJ M Dot [08:00]
• “Good things will come to those with a winning attitude”- Siesta Mandrell [19:23]
• “A family will always win over work.” - DJ M Dot [42:21]
• “Don’t wish it was easier: Wish you were better.”- Jim Rohn [ 43:43]

Connect with DJ M Dot 

Website: https://djmdot.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamdjmdot

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djmdot/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/djmdotfanpage/

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The NFL Draft is an annual event where the best college football players are selected by teams to play in the NFL. The draft is a way for teams to find new talent and build their rosters. Join our today’s conversation with one of the prospects, Jaylen Erwin.

The 2022 NFL Draft will be an exciting time for fans of the game. It will be an event that is filled with anticipation and wonder. The draft has always been a spectacle that brings together people from all over the world to celebrate the game of football.

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:06] Meet Jaylen Erwin
• [02:01] His experience in Miami and transition from high school to college 
• [04:53] What does football mean to him
• [08:49] His mother was a great role model
• [09:11] What position does Jaylen play?
• [10:28] The value he brings to a team
• [11:44] Handling conflicts within the team
• [13:19] Handling mental and emotional turmoils
• [16:40] Jaylen’s ideal day overview
• [18:44] How he anticipates the change to be, from college to the pro world
• [21:20] Jaylen’s message to NFL teams
• [22:34] Ending the show with a quote and calls to action

Standout Quotes:

• “Everybody has a different reason for what they do in life”- Jaylen Erwin [03:19]
• “Set your dreams, focus on them and never let anybody tell you what you can or can’t do”- Jaylen Erwin [22:00]
• “The man who has no imaginations has no wings.” - Muhamed Ali [22:39]

Connect with Jaylen Erwin 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JaylenErwin

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_JaylenErwin/

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NFL prospect ft. Jalik Jaggwe

Your network is a representation of your identity, and it should be a reflection of the type of person you want to be. It can make or break your future success. It's important to constantly look for ways to widen your network because the people you know can impact your career success. You should stay in touch with professional connections, focus on developing lasting relationships, and look for opportunities to help others.

In this episode of the MPF, Mentally, Physically, and Financially Fit podcast, we are joined by Derrick Baker, A sports performance coach building better lives in the Chicago Area. His passion is to coach athletes in the Chicago land area to prevent injuries while increasing Strength and Sports Performance.

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:54] Meet Derreck and listen to his family encounter with Covid-19
• [07:38] Tips on taking care of your newborn 
• [10:17] How covid has affected his sporting activity business
• [20:04] Did any of his team players experience challenges with salaries?
• [21:13] The ups and downs of playing overseas
• [24:34] How he started into developing players, and his inspiration behind it
• [31:06] How you can connect with Derreck
• [33:36] The unlimited potential of networking
• [35:57] The clients he has gained through networking
• [36:47] How he got into public speaking 
• [40:54] Derricks message to upcoming players
• [42:20] Ending the show with a quote and calls to action 

Standout Quotes:

• “The best marketing strategy is by word of mouth”- Derrick Baker [32:08]
• “Alot of business deals are done when we network”- Siesta Mandrell [33:21]
• “Your first impression is your last impression.” - Derrick Baker [35:24]
• “Everyday is a learning day to get better.” - Derrick Baker [36:36]

Connect with Derrick Baker 

Website: https://www.coachup.com/coaches/derreckb

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derreck-baker-db-0a504727/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dbmiyagi/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrPolokid23

Get more from MPF, Mentally, Physically, and Financially Fit podcast:

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Coaching is considered one of the most effective training methods by strength & conditioning experts. It is widely used to improve athletic performance in a variety of sports. Coaches help athletes or even beginners to increase their strength and endurance, build muscle, improve their flexibility and get faster.

Join me in this exciting episode with Coach Moses Harper of the Williams Jewell College. Moses Harper is a native of McComb, Mississippi, who earned his associate degree from North Central Missouri and a bachelor's in sports management from Central Methodist. He is a married man Roschana (Ross), and is the proud father of son Kaden and daughter Elise.

Moses was a two-sport standout for Central Methodist University, competing in football and basketball. He helped the Eagles to their first winning season in 18 years on the gridiron and was named the All-Heart of America Conference team.  Moses also played basketball under Hall of Famer Jeff Sherman and led his team to 28 wins in the Sweet Sixteen of the NAIA-I National Tournament. He also spent time in the Wichita Wild Indoor Football League. He was inducted into the CMU Athletic Hall of Fame alongside his teammates for their work on the court in 2009. Moses played two years on the hardwood at North Central Missouri College, leading the Pirates to the first 20-win season in school history.

Listen to athleticism success tips and secrets from Coach Moses Harper today!

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:21] About the 4-for-40 slogan at William Jewell Colege(WJC)
• [02:54] How the college nurtures young and upcoming athletes
• [04:50] Kind of athletes who fit better at William Jewel College
• [06:38] Why athletes should be cautious when using social media
• [10:05] How he has been working with his players during the COVID 
• [11:44] How Moses became a coach
• [14:00] Going from Mississippi to Missouri was his opportunity to get better
• [17:50] How he balances his career and family
• [20:09] Are you always tempted to take your job home? Here’s some advice
• [21:10] The recruitment process and requirements
• [23:04] His coaching goal he must achieve
• [24:21] How hard it is to be a coach
• [26:31] How networking can improve the livelihoods of athletes
• [29:00] Key takeaway lessons from Moses in this episode
• [33:06] Ending the show with a quote by Maya Angelou

Standout Quotes:

• “Attending college is an investment for your future ”- Moses Harper [02:07]
• “When you get an opportunity, take maximum advantage of it”- Moses Harper [07:44]
• “Be nice to other people and network as much as you can. You may never know who that person will be in the next ten years” - Moses Harper[27:30]
• “You will face many defeats in your life,but never let yourself be defeated.”- Maya Angelou [33:09]

Connect with Coach Moses Harper 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moses-harper-022aab70/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 816-415-5964

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The best players in the world have an innate ability to read their opponents, but this skill is just one of many that they need to have a successful career. They also need to be able to stay calm under pressure, have a high level of fitness, and be able to keep their emotions in check. They have to train, compete, recover from injuries, perform at a high level while managing their finances with the utmost diligence, not to dwindle. For a successful end to manifest, It is important for them to have a coach that can help them with all these aspects of their lives.

In this episode of the MPF, Mentally, Physically, and Financially Fit podcast, we are joined by Thaddeus Brown Jr, a national scout, and an entrepreneur. He spent most of his career working as a strength and conditioning coach. In the episode, Thaddeus shares his journey as a coach, the tipping points, and why he left coaching to get into instructional business to provide you with tools to make your life better, unlock some greatness and live boldly.

Listen in to learn how you can be a successful coach. It’s not an easy task; it takes time and dedication to guide and direct young personalities towards their success. You need the right strategy, and as a coach, you are not only responsible for the gaming skills but also the financial wellness and overall well-being of your players. 

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What You Will Learn:

• [00:42] Meet our guest today, Thaddeus Brown Jr 
• [01:17] Thaddeus player setup training in Miami 
• [02:39] The player setup training process that players go through 
• [04:05] How Thaddeus and his team recruit NFL players 
• [06:10] Some of the concerns that parents have when their kids join athletes’ teams 
• [07:31] How Thaddeus team helps the athletes build their financial productivity
• [09:21] Thaddeus approach of advising the players on how to budget 
• [10:44] Thaddeus career journey and how he got into coaching
• [21:02] How Thaddeus navigated coaching and family life 
• [21:57] Why Thaddeus got out of coaching 
• [23:55] Why coaches cuss players out and their intentions  
• [25:47] What Thaddeus is doing outside of the sport 
• [26:50] Thaddeus business partnership with his friend and their inspiration
• [29:01] The challenges that they faced when they started out
• [29:40] Thaddeus advice to anyone looking to get into instruction business
• [31:04] What next for Thaddeus 
• [33:45] How to reach out and connect with Thaddeus 
• [35:06] Key takeaways from the guest 
• [37:11] Ending the show with a quote from Tony Dungy

Standout Quotes:

•  “Selecting players is a no one answer process, it’s about treating people well and helping them get where they want to be in their dreams”- Thaddeus Brown Jr [4:47]
• “It’s a new thing to try to teach a grown man how to budget, but it’s something you’ve to do if you want them to sustain success within a professional school.”- Thaddeus Brown Jr [8:41]
• “Just because you have the most money in a room doesn’t mean you’re the smartest, it means you got paid at a higher rate for your talent and if you don’t know how to structure and keep it right, it going to dwindle.” - Thaddeus Brown Jr [09:43]
• “Coaches are always cussing to testing to get where your mind stands and to get players to understand that you need to get things right.” - Thaddeus Brown Jr [23:57]
• “A business is so great when it’s your baby; you get to make your own rules, guidelines and get what you put into it.”- Thaddeus Brown Jr [26:14]
• “The truth is stronger than the belief, but we are often more comfortable in belief: live in your truth, and things will come.”- Thaddeus Brown Jr [35:24]

Now is the best time to do something, whether writing an email, packing for a trip, or cleaning. The sooner you do it, the less time and energy you'll spend on it. So why wait? Use the time you would have spent doing something to work on something more productive. Doing this will not only help you create a more efficient schedule – but it will also give you more time for the important things.

Join me in this exciting episode with Tim Brown as he shares some financial intelligence so that you can have enough inheritance for your children’s children. Tim is a passionate and driven individual who wants to get the most out of life. He will always try to see the best in anyone, no matter the circumstances and will always set aside time for a catch-up with family or friends. His reason for being a Financial Planner is to help put people in a better position and help others in a similar position to his own parent's family. 

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:36] Tim’s secrets to remaining mentally, physically, and financially fit
• [02:23] The book he has been currently reading and how it has had an impact 
• [03:27] The importance of reading and how it can improve your destiny
• [04:59] Common distractions to reading and how to navigate them 
• [05:57] How he got into financial coaching and what inspired him
• [08:12] How to start building an inheritance for your grandchildren
• [10:02] Is it a good idea to have mentors in your financial journey?
• [11:19] Costly mistakes he made, and the valuable lessons he got from them
• [13:47] How he worked to learn, not to earn
• [14:47] The importance of having personal growth and how to do it
• [16:00] Reasons why most people don’t proact on red flags
• [17:58] Setting the right goals and in the right way
• [20:44] How to set a budget based on your financial goals
• [22:33] Overcoming budgeting hurdles with your spouse
• [25:06] Money talks before marriage and the steps he took with his spouse
• [26:36] Is it okay to go for marriage counseling?
• [28:01] Some life red flags he noted and worked on them
• [30:32] Key takeaway lessons from Tim in this episode
• [32:06] Ending the show with a quote by Richard Davidson

Standout Quotes:

• “Everything that you think you want to know is in books. Someone has already written that for you ”- Tim Brown [03:40]
• “Sometimes we are our own greatest roadblocks”- Siesta Mandrell [09:35]
• “Work to learn and not to earn” - Tim Brown [13:08]
• “Success is based on your last failure.”- Tim Brown [17:37]
• “Writing your goals on paper increases your chances of achieving them by 50%, than a person who doesn’t write them”- Tim Brown [18:50]
• “If you don’t budget, you will end up spending more money than you bring in” - Tim Brown [21:09]
• “The key to a healthy life is having a healthy mind.”- Richard Davidson [32:08]

Books Recommended;

1. The Power of Positive Leadership by Jon Gordon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06ZYWW7MX/

Connect with Tim Brown

Website: https://harvestwealth.net.au/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-brown-b05489a8/

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Everyone has something about them that makes them unique. Whether it be a certain personality trait, an ability to create, or an ambition to conquer, it's important to find your strengths in the workforce. In order to do so, you must examine what aspects of your personality are strong and then focus on these. People who find themselves in a situation in which they feel they are not being treated fairly or adequately should leverage the benefits of their personal strengths. What is your personal strength?

Self-awareness is the key to success in today's competitive workplace. The more you know about who you are and what makes you tick, the more likely you are to succeed. Here are some suggestions by Nina Lank for embracing what makes you different in the workplace:

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What You Will Learn:

• [01:21] About the company that Nina’s works company
• [02:03] How she landed in this company as a financial Manager
• [04:05] Difficulties in management when she first joined the company
• [07:30] How she handles communications that discriminate against women 
• [09:00] How she masterminds with colleagues at work
• [10:24] Nina’s motivation to keep moving, no matter the corporate challenges
• [12:29] The power of speaking up in the workplace. Women’s advice
• [16:48] Her advice to young ladies who just got hired in a company
• [21:19] Ending the show with a quote

Standout Quotes:

• “Never cry over split milk. Maximize the time you have with things that are valuable and matters to you, such as family ”- Nina Lank [07:48]
• “No man is an island. It will be challenging to become successful if you are not able to build interpersonal relationships and healthy networks”- Nina Lank [09:20]
• “Even if things don’t go the way you would like them to, learn the lesson and move forward” - Nina Lank[10:38]
• “Embrace what makes you different.”- Nina Lank [17:19]

Connect with Nina Lank 

Instagram:

Facebook: 

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