If You Don't Grind

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Dan Katz, aka Big Cat, welcomes J.T. into the Pardon My Take studio at Barstool Sports headquarters. The conversation focuses on Big Cat's journey from "the worst real estate professional in history" to being the host of the most popular sports podcast in America. Dan and J.T. talk about a variety of topics ranging from the early days of Barstool Sports to Dan thinking that J.T. hated him. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grindTime Stamps0:00-0:30 - Intro/ Entrance music0:30 - 2:02 - If You Don’t Grind summary2:02- 3:12 - Big Cat Introduction (Dan Katz from Barstool Sports, Pardon My Take)3:12 - 6:20 - Big Cat’s College Days at Wisconsin… Early Career Days in Real Estate 6:20 - 7:10 - Being Versatile and ‘Swiss Army Knife’ at Work7:10 - 8:24 - Why Big Cat is “Worst Real Estate Professional Ever” and His Work Passion Revelation 8:24 - 14:20 - Big Cat’s Early Barstool Days and Leaving Real Estate14:20 - 16:20 - Evolution of Barstool 16:20 - 17:03 - Big Cat’s “What’s Next” Mindset17:03 -18:27 - LINKEDIN JOB ADVERTISEMENT18:27 - 20:18 - Big Cat’s Work Ethic & Luck Pertaining to Chicago Teams Winning Championships20:18 - 24:11 - Barstool Van Talk Launch and Cancellation 24:11 - 25:50 - Managing Personal Relationships and Networking 25:50 - 27:40 - First Time J.T. & Big Cat met at the Univ. of Mich. w/ Football Coach Jim Harbaugh27:40 - 29:17 - Ways to Learn From and Handle Relationships (ex: J.J Watt)29:17 - 31:09 - Working with PFT Commenter (Pardon My Take Co-Host)31:09 - 33:00 - Summary of ‘The Corp’ with Alex Rodriguez33:00 - 35:40 - Maintaining Success in Sports Media and His ‘Grateful’ Perspective on Fans35:40 - 36:54 - Height Debate and Wrap-Up36:54 - 38:25 - Thank You to Big Cat, LinkedIn Jobs and WHAT’S NEXT

Mikey talks about his journey to becoming a fixture in the Detroit music scene. Mikey discusses managing artists, how he helped to throw Eminem a surprise 30th birthday party, maintaining professional relationships, why he chooses to work for himself, and how he achieves success in his multiple business ventures. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

This episode focuses on Kirk's unrelenting positive mindset and his battle to help find the cure for Parkinson's. Kirk talks about how he transformed his mindset to go from being a .225 hitter with the Detroit Tigers to batting .300 the following season. Kirk also discusses his upbringing and what environments stoked his competitive nature. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

The brilliant leader of Ford Motor Company joins J.T. at Ford Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan. They talk Michigan Football, competitive fitness, strategically sound decision-making and the yet to be released Ford Mustang Mach-E. Jim and J.T. exchange dialogue about living with an attitude of gratitude and how to best live in the service of others. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

One of the world's leading sleep medicine experts reveals keys to improving your nightly sleep. The interview dives into how to combat jet lag, tactics to manage an erratic competitive athletics schedule and where the opportunities exist for elite performers to improve their sleep. Dr. Singh details elements of the Washington Nationals' 2019 World Series Championship run and the role sleep played in their success . #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Old friends reconnect as Brandon and J.T. recount their times together at USD and where life has taken them since their playing days at the University of San Diego. Brandon speaks on the difficulties he created for himself by accepting money in exchange for affecting the outcome of games, otherwise known as point shaving. Brandon details his journey out of prison to playing competitive basketball and now sharing his cautionary tale about the potential pitfalls that can await college athletes. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Sandy joins J.T. from The Montag Group's White Plains, NY office to reflect on his best practices and client management from roughly 40 years in the business. Sandy shares stories about negotiating deals with Electronic Arts to create the Madden football video game franchise along with what he's learned from decades of working with many of the most talented experts in the broadcasting and entertainment industries. Sandy details the value of a stable home life, the importance of real, personal business interaction, and more. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

J.T. joins a long-time friend, "Joe", to talk about experiences from the life of a Navy SEAL. The two of them discuss similarities had between elite athletic competitors and high-skilled, well-trained special forces. Joe also talks about why he wants to protect his identity and how he prefers not to take individual credit for Navy SEAL accomplishments. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

J.T. and Rex have a basketball-centric conversation about the importance of fundamentals, having integrity + core values, and the most impactful coaching influences in Rex’s career. Rex talks about coaching Russell, Harden, Durant, Kawhi, KG and others. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Alex shares her journey from the University of Michigan as a member of their water polo team to becoming a VP of partnerships for one of the best sales staffing companies in the country. Alex also shares with J.T. her thoughts on the role of women in the sales industry + what WISE is doing to empower women to achieve success. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

The newly appointed Offensive Coordinator for the Washington Redskins talks about the coaching profession and how to be successful in such a competitive industry.Being a quarterback and quarterbacks coach himself, Scott discusses the work ethic of youth quarterbacks and how youth coaches can best foster development of talented players.Also, Scott remarks on the importance and value of doing your best work in your current role plus the impact of holding players personally accountable for their contributions to the team.(0:00 - 2:14) - Introduction and Everything “If You Don’t Grind” Stands For(2:14 - 2:43) - Music Introduction to Podcast(2:43 - 8:03) - Introducing Scott Turner, Washington Redskins Offensive Coordinator, his Background, View on Relationships and Previewing What’s to Come in Interview(8:03 - 10:06) - Scott Turner Introduction—His Early College Days at UNLV, and Growing Up Around Football with His Father, Norv Turner(10:06 - 13:08) - Experience as Cleveland Browns Wide Receivers Coach + Josh Gordon Historic 2013 Season(13:08 - 14:24) - How Scott Turner Gets Most Out of Wide Receivers (Stefon Diggs, D.J. Moore, etc.) and the Passing Game(14:24 - 16:14) - Putting Players Such as Christian McCaffrey in Position to Make Plays in the Passing Game and Establishing “Versatility”(16:17 - 17:14) - Thoughts on Washington Redskins Offensive Personnel including QB Dwayne Haskins(17:14 - 18:42) - Scott Turner’s Thoughts on Upcoming Athletes and Quarterbacks(18:42 - 20:44) - Scott Turner’s Advice for Young Players and Coaches(20:44 - 21:42) - Excitement for Calling Plays, Gratefulness for Ron Rivera + Strategy (21:42 - 22:56 ) - Calculated Risks Involved in Calling Plays/ Studying Defensive Tendencies/ Timing of “when to call a play” (22:56 - 24:32) - Scott Turner on NFL Draft Combine + Pro Day’s Value (24:32 - 26:23) - Scott Turner on His Wife and the Life of a Coach Moving Around the Country “Redskins fans are going to be happy this season with what we got going on” (26:23 - 27:37) - Outro - Thanks for Washington Redskins Offensive Coordinator Scott Turner for Coming on “If You Don’t Grind”

The previously self-appointed “Ghetto Robin Hood”, Ryan Morgan, shares how he went from a life of crime to a life of fulfillment and gratitude. Ryan‘s upbringing included drug dealing and armed robbery before he turned his life around through education and football. Ryan’s pursuit of education stretches from the penitentiary to the present day, and his message is awesomely powerful.

Nicole starts by articulating how she arrived at The Athletic. From there, the episode details Nicole’s career path and her growth as a journalist. The last half of the interview focuses on collegiate athlete issues and Nicole’s expertise in that space. #IfYouDontGrind

Stuart sheds light on how he went from being overlooked to being a nationally recognized contributor in collegiate soccer. His competitiveness led to attempting to become a Navy SEAL. His “Hell Week” SEAL training failure has led him to finding his purpose and fulfillment in life. Stuart doesn’t know what the future holds, but his attitude of gratitude is worth adopting.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Author, motivational speaker, and beacon of positivity Alex Montoya shares insights about his journey from his birthplace in Columbia to today where he owns and operates A-Motivational Communications.Alex remarks on his upbringing where he first learned to use prosthetics, and he refused to possess a negative disposition regarding his physical restrictions. Alex speaks on his time both as a student at Notre Dame and as a young professional, which set the table for the present day where he inspires others to see the good in life.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Larry joins the podcast to talk about how he remains so positive despite having had over 100 surgeries prior to graduating college. Larry inspires many people across the country with his positive attitude and his commitment to making the most of every day.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Kevin explains the inspiration for his work ethic and how he connects so well with people upon initially meeting them. Kevin gets into why he created a sports agency and how he has been able to achieve a decent amount of success in a short period of time. Kevin reflects on past learnings and relationships to give context towards his future ambitions.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

Bloomberg Tax & Accounting Analyst, and CPA, Joseph Bailey shares his insights on how to achieve greatness in life. Joseph was a Nevada state wrestling champion and he gives back his wrestling expertise by coaching high schoolers in Virginia. Joseph speaks on refusing to quit and surrounding yourself with people who make you better.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

In light of the global pandemic, a relatively unknown man of character and integrity joins the podcast. Bill remembers back to the days of The Great Depression and when the draft was instituted for World War II. He also details how he managed to climb the ladder professionally with Boeing while taking pride in all that he did, and continues to do, in life.#IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind