When’s the last time you bet on yourself?

When you DON’T bet on yourself, what gets in the way? Typically, it’s the same old culprits:

• Fear of the unknown

• Lack of confidence

• Confusion

They could be paralyzing, therefore keeping you stuck in status quo. In many cases, you feel like the gap between where you are and where you want to be gets wider.

If you’ve ever struggled to bet on yourself, especially when it comes to your dreams and goals, you’re going to LOVE this week’s conversation on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. I’m on the mic with longtime baseball agent and the Executive Vice President & Managing Director of Wasserman Baseball, B.B. Abbott

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why not knowing what to do didn’t stop B.B. from betting on himself and following his passion to work in baseball
• Why B.B. never went into following his passion with a backup plan
• The one thing B.B. stuck close to as he was making a HUGE transition to one of the largest media companies in the world

Key Quotes

• “For every time you don’t take a risk, you have nothing to gain.” - B.B. Abbott
• “Your relationships should always be at the backdrop of every decision and risk that you take.” - B.B. Abbott
• “If you have consistency, you’re going to be successful.” - B.B. Abbott

Connect with B.B.

• Twitter: @bbabbott | @WassBaseball
• Instagram: @bbabbott1 | @wasssermanbaseball
• Website: https://www.teamwass.com/sports-talent/baseball/

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• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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How easy is it for you to dwell on your lack of progress towards a goal? …then, next thing you know, you’re sucked into the vortex of negativity and all the symptoms that come with it.

We hear things like, “Embrace the suck” or “Honor your struggle,” but how the heck do you do that?

In today’s 5 Minute Drill, I’m going to show you how. I won’t leave you hanging with a cute little phrase that a lot of people are saying, but aren’t really sure how to act on. Today, I continue my 4-part series on purpose pit stops. If you want a reliable way to find joy when you feel like you’re stuck, then lock in to today’s Drill.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why popular phrases like “Honor the Struggle” and “Embrace the Suck” fall short of helping you get through adversity.
• Why it’s less about honoring the struggle and more about honoring God in the struggle.
• Michael Liedke's compelling research on what worship does to your brain and forward progress.
• The spiritual and psychological benefits of praising God in times of difficulty.

Key Quotes

• “It’s less about honoring the struggle and more about honoring God in the struggle.” - J.R.

Connect with J.R.

• Facebook: @jamesJRreid
• Instagram: @jamesjrreid
• LinkedIn: in/jamesjrreid/
• Twitter: @jamesJRreid
• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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How well do you respond to things not going as planned? Are you a blamer? Complainer? Rager?

Life’s detours are tough, but I’ve found pit stops to be even tougher. So what do you do in those seasons when you feel like your progress towards your purpose and goals is halted?…like you got out of life’s race and find yourself in an unplanned pit stop confused, frustrated, or even depressed?

In today’s 5 Minute Drill, I’m kicking off a 4-part series on purpose pit stops. There’s a recurring theme I’m hearing from my clients and the guys in my Clutch Club that I feel needs to be addressed. If we don’t address it, any goal you set will be shallow. And that’s speaking from firsthand experience!

If you want a better approach to breaking through the pit stops in your life, then lock in to today’s Drill. You’ll get plenty of insights on resilience and how to step into a future that aligns with your values.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The underutilized source of power during periods of uncertainty and how it can provide you peace and clarity.
• Life lessons learned from interactions with renowned celebrities and executives.
• The benefits of seeing life's pit stops as purposeful pauses rather than setbacks.
• Key insights from J.R.’s personal struggles with depression, disconnection from his values, and the eventual renewal of purpose and strength.
• Strategies for resilience and ways to unleash your best capabilities to create a better future.
• The importance of staying aligned with your values and maintaining a strong relationship with your family, especially even in challenging times.

Connect with J.R.

• Facebook: @jamesJRreid
• Instagram: @jamesjrreid
• LinkedIn: in/jamesjrreid/
• Twitter: @jamesJRreid
• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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How much energy and brain space do your problems and challenges take up?

Let’s be honest, they take up more space than we typically want to admit. Two approaches usually happen when hurdles pop up:

#1: Complain

#2: Do everything humanly possible to find solutions to them (and don’t stop until they’re solved).

#2 Seems better than #1, right? That’s what us high achievers do…we find solutions. But at what cost?

Oftentimes, it’s burnout. Because we have a tendency to OBSESS about solving our problems, even when it’s not our problem to solve. Then we wonder why we have more problems and less blessings in life.

In today’s 5 Minute Drill, let’s talk about how to put yourself in position to receive more blessings in life. There’s a key paradigm shift and process surrounding life problems that I want to share with you. I believe with every bone in my body that it will position you for more blessings and miracles in your life.

If you want a better approach to addressing your problems and put yourself in better position to receive more blessings, then lock in to today’s Drill.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The key paradigm shift and process that will position you for more blessings and miracles.
• The "L.A.P.S." acronym for overcoming challenges.
• The importance of surrendering your challenges and problems.
• The significance of concentrating on the source of the blessing vs. the problem.

KEY QUOTES

“Your problem gets more persistent when your Provider isn’t in it.” - J.R.

CONNECT WITH J.R.

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The more you think you’re in control, the more you’re likely to lose it. I’ve learned this the hard way. And I was the athlete who grew up on the phrase, “Control the Controllables.”

But what if the so-called controllables aren’t fully controllable?

On my latest episode of the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show, I sit down with Joey Feste - a guy who once described himself as a “recovering control freak.” Joey is the Senior Managing Partner of KM Capital Management and has been advising some of the top players in the NFL for over 36 years. During our interview, we got real about Joey’s journey through sports, business, and life and how he overcame the pile of challenges that were out of his control. If you want to feel more confident when you’re dealing with things out of your control, then lock in to today’s episode.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• What to do when people question your reputation and try to knock you off your God-given destiny
• Why Joey described himself as a “recovering control freak”
• The similar challenges Joey noticed between those he served in his church and his superstar athlete clients
• The common, yet preventable mistake around money

Key Quotes

• “Asking for feedback accelerates change.” - Joey Feste
• “Your relationships are key to managing and protecting your money.” - Joey Feste
• “It’s OK not to be OK.” - Joey Feste
• “Spending becomes a habit just like everything else.” - Joey Feste
• “Don’t just put people in your life that will give you feedback. Put people in your life that you can ask for feedback.” - Joey Feste

Resources from this Episode

• Linkedin: /in/joeyfeste
• Instagram: @daddyfeste
• Website (personal): https://joeyfeste.com/
• Website (KM Capital Management): http://www.kmcapitalmgt.com/

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• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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In this episode, I discuss embracing God's grace as a resource to be stewarded, just like finances or time. I share my personal journey from being a "head-in-the-cloud" Christian to discovering how leaning into my unique gifts brought unexpected blessings and favor. I explain how adopting a stewardship mindset can unlock unprecedented success in various aspects of life, including careers, health, and relationships. I then challenge listeners to audit their lives through the lens of stewardship, offering advice on how to maximize their God-given gifts for greater blessings.

Join me for a conversation that will ignite your passion for service and inspire you to share God's grace in every aspect of your life.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Discovering God's grace as a resource to be stewarded.

• Exploring stewardship beyond material wealth, including relationships, health, and careers.

• Practical steps to assess and improve stewardship in various life areas.

• Understanding the biblical basis of stewardship and its impact on receiving God's favor and blessings.

• Encouragement to leverage unique gifts to serve others and share God's grace.

Connect with J.R.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid

• Website: jamesreid.com

• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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