Coach Kub Podcast

If we consider what success truly means to us individually, then the result of that finding leads us to realize that if “success” can vary amongst individuals, then “failure” is surely subjective as well.

If we define ourselves by the improvements we have made over the course of our lifetimes, our happiness and confidence will surely be elevated, and we will find ourselves much better off as a result.

"There are many reasons that I believe athletics have a positive influence on those that participate, but the two things that I try and stress to our athletes and coaches are to focus on every detail and make yourself uncomfortable as often as possible."

If we hope to build trust with one another, plentiful but quality micro-actions are to be taken each day to build up that trust, which is, metaphorically speaking, “depositing” pennies into the Trust bank. These small but meaningful actions and words build up over time to allow trust to accumulate and thus our relationships improve and grow.

Change does not come to those who complain, but instead to those who create.

Sports have the ability to change someone’s life for the better because it teaches them how to persevere, how to overcome, how to push yourself to the limit spiritually, mentally, and physically. Whether you are part of a team or in an individual sport you have to learn that the only two things you can control are your effort and your attitude. 

If we ourselves can live out how we want our culture to function, and do it in a wholesome and genuine fashion, this will permeate into the lifestyles of others and create the environment we desire.

It is in moments of challenge and uneasiness in which our very being is forged like a piece of metal under a blazing fire. If we want to improve our lives with a voluntary mindset of seeking challenge, we are to take on the role of that metal, and put ourselves to the fire so that we too may forged into who we can potentially become if we so choose.

This transformational experience as a Walk-On facilitated the cultivation of my unique personal values while simultaneously teaching me to be resilient in the face of disappointment. I know through the journey of medicine I will encounter many obstacles but I also realize the commitment to my goals will have a positive impact on my future patients. 

If we examine the most elite people, regardless of industry or occupation, emotional intelligence is more times than not one of their sharpest tools, if not the sharpest, in their leadership toolbox. 

"Toughness is the ability to be the same person every single day, regardless of circumstance" - Coach Niko Palazeti

Ben Boudro- owner of Xceleration Fitness and TWO-TIME METRO-DETROIT TOP FITNESS FACILITY - joins us today for our third edition of Friday Discussions.

 Why do we feel so inclined to be right, rather than always seeking truth? 

 Experience those around you in as many informal ways as you do formal ways.  

I love challenges, and the journey of taking on challenges and chasing dreams makes it all worth it in the end.

If we can put forth significant effort into living truthful lives so our real intentions are well-known by others, that will create an environment of transparency, which then will create a byproduct of trust, which is the basis for everything meaningful and truly desirable in life.

Sometimes we get caught up in trying to make ourselves sound smart, rather than giving others the opportunity to do so. Guard heavily against allowing your ego to get in the way of letting all that knowledge be shared with those around you.

What I have found is that people care more about trust then respect- I know what you’re thinking- “how can that be”. In my opinion, respect can be demanded based upon the position you have, while trust is freely given and earned.

De-value titles, and elevate value in quality and effectiveness of work. 

When the opportunity presents itself, I encourage you all to choose a life of teaching over telling, and your footprint will always be one beyond your wildest comprehension.