The Game-ification of Life | #22

The Harder to Breathe Podcast

For today’s episode of “Harder to Breathe'', host and former drummer of “Maroon 5” Ryan Dusick is joined by co-host and actor Brian “Duck” Maillard for a discussion with the iconic Brandon Steiner: entrepreneur, speaker, and global pioneer in the Sports Memorabilia and Sports Marketing space.

Brandon joins the conversation from a place of incredible life experience. Despite growing up with a learning disability, He quickly positioned himself to work directly with the biggest names in the Sports business. His rolodex of contacts includes iconic Yankee legends such as Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, and Andy Petite… and in the process of building relationships with these men, has learned what mental qualities separate the good from the great.

As quickly becomes evident, his entire philosophy boils down to staying present, enjoying the moment you’re living in, and putting effort and energy into fostering your relationships. Business and Sports are all about understanding and acknowledging the needs of those around you.

The conversation is an all-in-one package, you’ll have the chance to hear life advice, business advice, advice on how to schedule your day, and advice on how to maintain your romantic relationships… But most importantly, as is always the case here on the “Harder to Breathe” podcast, the crew talk about how to maintain a healthy mental space and foster overall wellbeing.

0:00:00 Introduction & Sunday Baseball

0:01:43 Mental Health through “Good Will Hunting”

0:12:30 Movie Recommendation from Duck

0:16:30 Today’s Guest: Brandon Steiner

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0:19:50 Brandon Steiner Joins the Podcast & Sports Talk

0:23:52 Entering Sports Business as an Outlet

0:27:28 Your “Rate of Growth”

0:30:08 Avoiding Working to Make Money

0:31:48 How to Win The Game of Life

0:33:28 Doing Good– For Yourself and for your Brand

0:39:28 Work Life Balance

0:45:13 How to Become More Efficient with Your Day

0:48:18 Why Choose to Work With Athletes?

0:53:28 Passion for the Business of Sports

0:56:03 Brandon’s Inspiring Relationships

0:59:28 Mentality Traits that Transcend

1:03:23 Brandon’s Self-Talk: Action over Anxiety

1:06:43 Common Sense as Empathy

1:12:37 Putting Emphasis on Faith

1:14:47 Wrap Up & Conclusion

More on Brandon Steiner:

Website: https://brandonsteiner.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonsteiner

Collectible Exchange: https://collectiblexchange.com/

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Psychology Today Therapist Profile - https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/937599

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