Have you ever wondered what separates those who achieve their dreams from those who don't? Is it sheer talent or luck? While these factors certainly play a role, there's something more profound at work — the power of mindset. Meet Merril Hoge, a young man with a burning passion for football and a relentless determination to make it to the NFL. His journey began with a childhood dream, a corkboard adorned with his favorite players, and a mantra that would become his guiding principle: "Find a way."
Throughout his path to the NFL, Merril encountered numerous obstacles and faced countless challenges that could have easily deterred him from his aspirations. But armed with an unwavering belief in himself and an unyielding commitment to his dreams, he found a way to overcome each hurdle that came his way.
In this episode of Win Monday, we discuss Merril’s concept of "find a way" and its significance in his life. Merrill shares how this mindset helped him overcome challenges and pursue his dream of playing in the NFL. We discuss the importance of self-reflection, taking action, and empowering others. We also touch on the power of the mind, developing positive patterns and mindsets, and building confidence. Merril emphasizes the value of small actions, consistency, and the importance of repetition and self-reflection. We also explore why finding inner peace and fulfillment is more important than external achievements.
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Merril Hoge is a renowned international speaker, best-selling author, former NFL running back, on-air commentator, and passionate advocate for numerous causes. He possesses a profound ability to ignite inspiration within audiences. Guided by a powerful mantra, "Find. A. Way.," Merril has seamlessly woven it into the fabric of his life and illustrious career. Today, he extends the reach of this transformative message, spreading hope and resilience to people across the globe.
Winning Monday is for the separators. Those of us who are determined to become the best and fastest version of ourselves. Each episode is a masterclass in becoming 1% better each day, no matter your path to work-life mastery. Your guide for this journey is Paul Epstein, 15-year NFL and NBA executive, bestselling author, global keynote speaker, and Success Magazine’s top thought leader that gets results, and Founder of our Win Monday Community. Drawing from Paul’s high-profile separators of Fortune 500 CEOs, Olympians, and Shark Tank entrepreneurs to Guinness World Record holders, NYT bestselling authors, Navy SEALs, and more, this show will inspire you with the confidence required to win one day, one decision, and one action at a time.