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Aug 03 2023

Hall of Fame Reliability

“The greatest ability is your dependability.” (Bobby Jones)

🔊 Click here to listen to a 2-minute audio version of this email.

You’ve no doubt heard of NFL players like Barry Sanders and Tom Brady. They are all-time greats.

But have you heard of Joe Thomas? He is also an all-time great. In 2023, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

In football, the guys who score touchdowns are recognized and rewarded. However, it’s important to remember the guys who make those touchdowns possible. Those big guys up front in the trenches protecting the quarterback and creating holes for the running backs are vital to the success of a team.

Joe Thomas was one of those guys.

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Leadership, Sports · Tagged: Brandon Bostick, captains, champion, Cleveland Browns, Consistency, Culture, DAwg Pound, Dependable, Football, Gary Reasons, JJ Birden, Joe thomas, Keith Grabowski, lineman, National Football League, NFL, Reliable, role player, Shemy Schembechler, team leader, Wisconsin Badgers

Feb 08 2022

Willing to Adapt?

Despite breaking the school record for total offense during his senior year with the Kent State Golden Flashes, Julian Edelman was not invited to the NFL combine. 

Click here to listen to the 2-minute version of this article on the “Success is a Choice” podcast network.

He was a successful college quarterback but NFL scouts did not see much of a future for him. It was looking bleak for this college star but then hope.

At the end of 7th and final round of the NFL draft, he received a phone call. 

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Personal Growth, Sports · Tagged: adapting, Bill Belichick, Brandon Bostick, Change, Football, Improvement, JJ Birden, julian edelman, Kent State, Kent State University, New England Patriots, NFL, Shemy Schembechler, SuperBowl, Tom Brady

Nov 03 2020

Inspiration One Step at a Time

 
I received a surprise message from Dion Harris.
 
If that name sounds familiar, it’s because he was the former Mr. Basketball in the state of Michigan and then went on to be All-Big Ten and 2x MVP for the University of Michigan. He would go on to have a successful professional career overseas. He now trains and mentors youngsters in the Detroit area.
 
Anyway, back to the message…

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Leadership, Personal Growth, Sports · Tagged: Adrian Griffin, Camp Counselor, Dion Harris, dwane casey, Inspiration, Jerod Ward, Leadership Development, Lebron James, Michigan, Michigan Wolverines, Point Guard, Shemy Schembechler, University of Michigan

Jan 27 2020

Episode 134: Coach Bill Curry

Bill Curry has been the head football coach at Alabama, Georgia Tech, Kentucky, and Georgia State. He was a 2x SEC Coach of the Year, ACC Coach of the Year, as well as the National Coach of the Year in 1989 for the Alabama Crimson Tide. Before embarking upon a coaching career, he played 10 years in the NFL as a Center. He played in Super Bowls I, III, and V, winning two Super Bowl rings with the Packers and the Colts. 

Click here to read Coach Curry’s complete resume and biography.

You can find out more about Coach Bill Curry, his motivational speaking opportunities, and his book “Ten Men You Meet In The Huddle” by visiting www.BillCurry.net. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:
  • What the best teams have in common
  • Playing for Vince Lombardi and Don Shula
  • Attending Martin Luther King’s funeral
  • Why Johnny Unitas and Bart Star were so great
  • … and so much more!!!

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Podcast Episodes, Sports, Teams & Organizations · Tagged: Alabama, Bart Starr, Bill Belichick, Bill Curry, Bo Schembechler, Bobby Dowd, Bowl Game, Crimson Tide, Don Shula, ESPN, Georgia State, Georgia Tech, Green Bay Packers, jason romano, Joe Namath, Johnny Unitas, Keith Grabowski, Kentucky, Kindness, Leadership, Martin Luther King, Michael Catt, MLK, NCAA, NFL, Nick Saban, Race Relations, Racism, Roll Tide, Shemy Schembechler, Super Bowl

Nov 05 2018

Episode 97: Eric Platte, Atlanta Hawks Vice-President

Eric Platte is the Vice President of Ticket Sales for the NBA’s Atlanta Hawks. He has been with the Hawks since 2010 when he graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Supply Chain Management. Eric is highly regarded for his innovative ideas for workplace culture and leadership training.  Eric believes that leaders drive culture, culture drives people, and people drives business. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:
  • His journey and career advice for others looking to get into professional sports
  • Creative ways to motivate employees and team members
  • On-boarding and training of employees
  • How leadership is important in the sales business

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Leadership, Podcast Episodes, Sports · Tagged: atlanta, Atlanta Hawks, Brad Lea, Coach Burt, Coaching, Corporate Partnerships, Culture, Dominique Wilkins, dwane casey, Eric Platte, Jerod Ward, Jesse Itzler, Kevin Harrington, Micheal Burt, Michigan State, NBA, Sales, Selling, Shemy Schembechler, Sponsorships, team building, Teamwork, Ticket Sales, troy kirby, University of Michigan

Oct 18 2018

Episode 092: Jerod Ward, Former Pro Basketball Player

Jerod Ward was the #1 high school basketball player in the country in 1994. As the top recruit, he could choose to play college ball anywhere and he chose The University of Michigan. Multiple knee surgeries kept him from achieving his NBA dream but he still had a solid four year career for the Wolverines helping them beat Duke three straight years, win the National Invitational Tournament and the Big Ten Tournament. Jerod then went on to have a long career playing professional basketball worldwide. Jerod now travels across the country as a professional speaker. He has even been on stage for a Tedx Talk presenting on the topic of EATing Adversity. Even though he is retired from playing basketball, Jerod still stays close to the game he loves as he works as a college basketball analyst with networks including ESPN, FOX Sports. Jerod lives in Sarasota, Florida with his wife Tricia and daughter Violet.

In today’s episode, we discuss:
  • His decision to attend college and not turn pro out of high school
  • What it was like being the best high school player in the nation
  • The Lebron James vs. Michael Jordan debate
  • Playing professional basketball for 14 years
  • How we can overcome adversity we face in life

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Podcast Episodes, Sports · Tagged: Adversity, chris webber, Dr. J, ESPN, fab five, Habits, Jerod Ward, JJ Birden, juwan howard, Lebron James, life coach, magic johnson, Michael Jordan, Michigan Wolverines, NCAA Tournament, obstacles, Overcoming Adversity, pivoting, Shemy Schembechler, Steve Fisher, Ted Talk, Ted Talks, TedX Talk, tim grover, University of Michigan, vince carter

Oct 11 2018

Episode 090: Former NFL Tight End Brandon Bostick

Brandon Bostick is a former NFL Tight End. He is originally from South Carolina and starred at West Florence HS before going to Newberry College. While at Newberry, he played Wide Receiver and scored 19 touchdowns in only 39 total collegiate games (24 starts). Brandon’s journey has been a story of overcoming the odds to achieve his goals. He played two full seasons with the Green Bay Packers. He would also spend time with the Minnesota Vikings, Arizona Cardinals, and New York Jets during his NFL career. Unfortunately, on January 15, 2015 in the NFC Championship Game, he was involved in a play that would be the low point in his career. He fumbled an onside kick, which gave the Seattle Seahawks one last chance to score. The Seahawks scored and would eventually win the game in overtime, advancing to the Super Bowl. Despite this setback Brandon has maintained a positive attitude. He is a good example of a person being resilient and understanding how blessed he is. He had a great career and got to play with some of the best to ever play the game of football. 

In today’s episode, we discuss:
  • His journey to defy the odds and become an NFL player
  • What it was like playing with Aaron Rodgers and in Green Bay
  • The qualities of successful NFL players
  • Advice for bouncing back and overcoming setbacks in life

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Podcast Episodes, Sports · Tagged: Aaron Rodgers, Adversity, Andy Carter, Bill Belichick, Brandon Bostick, Brett Favre, Dana Cavalea, dwane casey, Football, Green Bay Packers, jason romano, JJ Birden, John Lesaine, Jr., Julius Peppers, Keith Grabowski, Kelly Roach, Mike Hamilton, Mistakes, Newberry College, NFL, Overcoming Adversity, Resiliency, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Shemy Schembechler, Tom Brady, Tony Gaskins

Dec 26 2017

Episode 043: Mike Hamilton, Executive Director of Show Hope

Mike Hamilton is the Executive Director of Show Hope, a position that he has held since December 2014. Show Hope is an orphan care and adoption ministry started by Christian music entertainer Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth. A man of deep faith, Mike has extensive experience in leadership and development, serving 26 years in intercollegiate athletics at Clemson University, Wake Forest University. Most notably, he was the athletic director at the University of Tennessee and their $105 million budget.  Mike also served on the board for Show Hope, as well as other local, regional, and national nonprofits. Mike is also the CEO and Founder of Winfred-Henry Partners, LLC, which provides athletic consulting. Mike and his wife, Beth, live in the Nashville area and have five children through adoption.

In today’s episode, we discuss:

  • The environment and pressures of big-time SEC athletics
  • Job search advise, including why many coaches get hired or fired
  • Ways that Show Hope is impacting lives and making a difference in the world
  • The interesting story of Bruce Pearl getting hired at the University of Tennessee

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Written by Jamy Bechler · Categorized: Podcast Episodes · Tagged: Adoption, Alan Stein, anton goff, Athletic Consulting, Bethany Christian Services, Brian Stanchak, Bruce Pearl, Chad Briscoe, Charity, College Athletics, consulting, Curtis Hollomon, Dan Wood, Daniel Hare, Hiring Process, jason romano, Job Search, Lane Kiffin, larry desimpelare, Management by walking around, NCAA, Pat Williams, Rick A. Morris, Rob Miller, Shemy Schembechler, Show Hope, Steven Curtis chapman, Tennessee, Tennessee volunteers, Tim Selgo, Tom Peters, Tracie Hitz, troy kirby, University of Tennessee, Winfred-Henry Partners

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