Welcome to the very first episode of Becoming Uncommon!

For our debut, I’m sitting down with someone who means a lot to me — my former athlete and lifelong friend, Hassan Ilyas. From the track to business and everything in between, Hassan’s journey is full of resilience, risk-taking, and lessons learned the hard way.

We talk about his path from being one of my athletes at Compton College, following me to Cerritos, and then competing at Central Missouri. Along the way, we dive into the highs and lows — from chasing big athletic dreams, dealing with major injuries, finding his “why,” building a business, and embracing an uncommon path in life.

If you’ve ever faced setbacks, questioned your next move, or wondered how to take big risks while staying true to yourself, this episode is packed with insight and real stories you won’t forget.

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