Listen "Blow Your Mind(set): I Am Underdog: Building Greatness from Adversity"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textIn this bold and emotionally charged episode of Blow Your Mindset, we welcome former NFL player turned nonprofit leader Tony Covington, founder of I Am Underdog, Inc. – a mentoring powerhouse transforming the lives of student-athletes through life skills, mental wellness, and emotional intelligence.💥 Tony shares raw truths about the racial climate, the power of community, and what it means to truly chase greatness – not fame. From redefining “underdog” to discussing the invisible pressures on young Black men, this conversation challenges cultural norms and unearths how vulnerability, mindset shifts, and purpose-driven leadership can shape resilient, emotionally intelligent future leaders.🔑 What You’ll Take Away:Why mindset, not muscle, determines greatnessHow Tony helps students develop plans beyond the 1% shot at the NFLWhat Black men really need in the mental wellness spaceThe 3 things you can control (and how they shape your future)Nicole’s powerful reminder: Don’t settle for good when great is calling🗣️ “You can’t cheat the process—you have to love the process.” 🔥 “There’s a long line to be good. But the line to be great? That’s where the work begins.”🎧 Tune in to hear how one man’s pivot turned into a global purpose—and why it might be time to sign your own pledge to become an underdog on purpose.Connect with Tony Covington, Founder, [email protected]: @iamunderdogincInstagram: @iamunderdogincYou can even SEE us power through this conversation via YOUTUBE!Contact Nicole - she can't wait to talk to [email protected] by: JMS Creative Leadership SolutionsWebsite: https://www.thenicolefsmith.com © 2025 Blow Your Mind(set). All rights reserved. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this podcast or its content without express written permission is prohibited.
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