215 - Turn Signal
Feb 13, 2020•1 hr 5 min
The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas
In this episode of the "Secret to Success" podcast, CJ hosts an engaging conversation featuring co-host Karl Wesley Phillips, Dr. King, ET and special guest Gersh King. The episode kicks off with the hosts catching up, sharing a light-hearted and humorous dialogue that sets the tone for an inspiring discussion.
Gersh King, a physical therapist known for his exceptional skills and dedication, shares his journey of personal and professional growth. He discusses his experiences with challenges such as homelessness, ADHD, and anxiety, and how he overcame them through intense dedication to his craft and personal development. Gersh emphasizes the importance of impact over monetary gain, explaining how he discovered fulfillment through service and honing his skills. He also delves into his rigorous routine, including his practice of lunges and a disciplined workout regimen inspired by figures like Bruce Lee.
The hosts touch on topics like the power of breathing techniques to manage anxiety and enhance focus. Gersh leads a brief breathing exercise to demonstrate how proper breathing can ground you and activate the parasympathetic system for relaxation. The conversation further explores philosophies from Bruce Lee, the significance of being authentic, and how to harness one's energy and skills to become a master in their field.
This episode is a deep dive into the mindset and practices required to achieve personal and professional mastery, offering listeners practical tips and inspiration to pursue their own paths to success.
Episodes
214 - Mamba In
Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 8 min
213 - The Sailor Man
It’s better to give than receive. One of the golden rules in life that so many forget about. Today on the podcast ET brings up the topic of having a giving versus receiving mentality. How it actually blesses you to put the needs of others before your own. How to make it a habit in your life even when you may be around people who aren’t reciprocating the concept. CJ rounds out the conversation on how being selfless is what led E to building the all-star cast he has around him. Take notes on how a...
Jan 30, 2020•58 min
212 - Human Nature
Exposure;the state of being exposed to contact with something. Seeing something or experiencing something outside of what you normally see. On today’s podcast the guys talk about things that they were exposed to that literally changed the trajectory of their lives. E tells a story about a mentor who showed him fancy restaurants and hotels. CJ talks about the impact ET had on him when they first started traveling and speaking. All of the guys discuss how critical exposure was then, and how critic...
Jan 23, 2020•1 hr 8 min
211 - Middle Class Millionaires
This week on the podcast Tiphani Montgomery joins the podcast as the guys wrap up the 1st stop on the 2020 1% Tour. ET kicks off the conversation as he’s been frustrated with his success just a little bit. When you obtain a level success but many of your friends and family expect you to hand opportunities and money to them. ET calls on his board of advisors to give listeners a step by step playbook of how to get over that hump so you can give more than you receive. The Secret to Success Topics: ...
Jan 16, 2020•1 hr 21 min
210 - Blue Collar Benefits
The Blue Collar mentality. The mentality of working hard, being humble, and making things happen by any means necessary. That’s the topic of today’s podcast. The guys breakdown the pros and cons of the Blue Collar Mentality and how to use it to your advantage to secure you and your family’s future. Time Stamped Topics: [09:00] - Blue Collar Mentality [20:00] - It’s My Money [35:00] - Buffer [54:44] - Who to Let Go [1:07:00] - Leverage Listener Perks: Organifi is giving our listeners 20% off of t...
Jan 09, 2020•1 hr 15 min
209 - Keto Killer
Sustain. To support, hold up, bear from below. Everyone talks a LOT about becoming successful and reaching goals. But what does it take to sustain it? On today’s podcast, CJ asks Jemal, ET, Josh, and Karl how they’ve been able to not only sustain their success but how they’ve been able to increase it. The mental toughness, the importance of keeping the vision alive, and how to keep believing if you’re in a position where you haven’t yet reached success. It’s all talked about on today’s podcast a...
Jan 02, 2020•1 hr 20 min
208 - FUBU
Dec 26, 2019•2 hr 30 min
207 - Tent Maker
Two things that ETA organization embody is accountability and self-awareness. Your ability to be honest about yourself and your situation is the foundation to changing your life. Today on the podcast the guys discuss how your inability to self-assess can keep you in denial and stuck. Denial is a pain killer and blaming others can and will keep you in the same position that you’re complaining about. Be prepared for a reality check on today’s show to see how aware you are. The Secret to Success To...
Dec 19, 2019•1 hr 12 min
206 - Show Up to Blow Up
Everyone wants to be happy and live a fruitful life. You have big dreams but you don’t know the vehicle you’re taking or even the complete destination. A lot of you listening have this big grand vision but you’re lacking the plan and/or the execution to make the vision come to life. On today’s podcast, the guy’s talk about how their vision became a reality. While listening you’ll learn what it takes to make your vision come to past not only by executing but how to do with precise planning. The S...
Dec 12, 2019•1 hr 25 min
205 - The Hangover
There’s a belief that everyone wants to do well in life. No one wants to suffer or face financial hardships their entire life. The difference between those become a part of the 1% and those who don’t is applied information. On today’s podcast, the guys discuss the power of applied information and how it’s changed all of their lives. The power of applied information provides you options to live a life that no one in your family has ever experienced. Listen to today’s podcast with an open mind be ...
Dec 05, 2019•1 hr 14 min
204 - Thanksgiving Hyenas
Nov 28, 2019•2 hr 45 min
203 - Complete The Process
You have the idea. You make the business plan. You build the website. But something along the way didn’t connect and you didn’t launch the business. Or you didn’t finish the book. Does this strike a nerve? If it doesn’t today’s podcast will as the guys discuss the importance of completion. Many people get opportunities or start something but they never actually complete anything to experience the success they want. Take notes and learn what completion looks like so you can become a part of the 1...
Nov 21, 2019•1 hr 10 min
202 - Harriet
This week on the podcast the guys discuss the impact of the movie Harriet. The film Harriet showcased the journey of Harriet Tubman freeing herself as a slave and then returning to free hundreds of others. The guys use examples from the movie in correlation to their journey on the road to success. Subjects such as the things that cause you to fear. The importance of watching what you allow in your spirit. Ladies and gentlemen get ready to have a gut check about your journey, your life, and most ...
Nov 14, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Eps. 201 - Inky
Nov 07, 2019•2 hr 12 min
200 - Tear Down The Wall
Money. A subject that can be looked at as taboo in some families and communities. Most people don’t talk about money. Especially individuals who don’t have much of it. On today’s podcast the guys, along with Jemal King, talk about what life is like you’re financially free. But most importantly how to become financially free. How do you increase your income without getting another job? How do you educate yourself on the rules of money? The guys dig real deep into the possibilities and the reality...
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 26 min
199 - You Need Your Help
The guys are back this week with a continuation of last week’s conversation. The have’s vs the have nots. CJ starts the conversation with the topic of surrounding yourself with the 1%. ET suggests that everyone should get around the 1% while CJ talks about getting around the people who are right above you FIRST. This requires self-assessment but it also allows you to get around the 1% organically. After listening to this podcast if you’re not around the 1% ask yourself what does the 1% NEED and ...
Oct 24, 2019•1 hr 23 min
198 - Imma Finish Him
Excuses. To make an apology for; to try to remove from. An excuse is something we’ve all had and probably used multiple times in our lives. But what happens when you allow excuses to stop you or keep you stagnant? Today on the podcast ET and the guys wax deep on the difference between overcoming the excuses and allowing the excuses to stop you. ET gives tangible steps and tips on how to get yourself on the other side instead of using excuses to hold you back. The Secret to Success Topics: [08:14...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 11 min
197 - Deep Practice
Who likes to be wrong? No one. Who enjoys making mistakes? Not one person on this Earth. But how many of you take ownership when you’re wrong or when you make a mistake. On today’s show, the guys talk about how to properly take ownership when you find yourself in a situation that’s your fault. Most people blame someone else or make an excuse when the proper thing to do is to take ownership and find a real solution to the problem. Take some time after listening to today’s podcast and ask yourself...
Oct 10, 2019•1 hr 29 min
196 - The Legacy Begins
Oct 03, 2019•1 hr 22 min
195 - King Drive
Do you find yourself acting one way with some people and a different way with others? Do you feel yourself putting on a show outside of your inner circle and feeling at ease when you’re alone? In today’s world of personal branding and online business-building, there are often individuals who aren’t being themselves while on their journey. Today the guys dig deep into the importance of being authentically YOU. Today’s podcast will force you to really take some time and figure if you’re being your...
Sep 26, 2019•2 hr 44 min
194 - Father Figure
They said Kobe Bryant was the first one in the gym and the last to leave. They always release reports on the amount of money Lebron James invests in his body so that he can get better. There are countless stories and examples of individuals who have accomplished great things yet they still invest in themselves. Today on the podcast the guys dissect the difference between the individuals who invest in themselves and the individuals who don’t. Grab your pen and paper because it is time to once aga...
Sep 19, 2019•1 hr 26 min
193 - ET The Explorer
System. A set of things working together as parts of a mechanism or an interconnecting network. What does your system look like? Do you even have a system? On today’s podcast, the guys talk about the importance of recognizing and understanding the system you’re in. Especially the systems you’re in that you do not like. The system of having a 9-5 you hate, the system of being in a relationship you know you don’t want to be in. Whatever your system is are you happy in that system? The challenge yo...
Sep 12, 2019•1 hr 16 min
192 - The Failure Plan
As an owner, there’s an all or nothing attitude that goes into your effort. An employee mindset warrants an “I tried” mindset. On today’s podcast, the guys discuss the difference between individuals who “try” and individuals who flat out get it done. People who “try” often want credit for the effort and the guys talk about how trying means nothing if you don’t secure the bag. This podcast will make you stop and think about the mentality you’ve adopted. Is it an ownership mindset or an employee m...
Sep 05, 2019•2 hr 30 min
191 - Top Gut
Today’s podcast is a bit of a continuation from last week as the guys discuss the power and process of building a habit. Last week CJ mentioned one of ETA’s staff members and her weight loss journey. Today she joins the guys on the podcast and talks about the internal work that goes with building a habit that’s required to achieve a BIG goal. ET gives practical advice on how to attack a large goal without burning yourself out in the process. Time Stamped Topics: [07:25] - Cheeto Puff Alert [10:1...
Aug 29, 2019•2 hr 31 min
190 - Get on The Scale
When you have a goal to lose weight before you start working out or hire a trainer what’s the first thing you do? Normally it’s stepping on the scale to get a starting point. After that, you set a goal weight. From that moment forward you continue to get on the scale to measure your progress to make sure you stay on track. This is the process for losing weight and it should also be the process when you’re going after any other dream or goal. Today the guys discuss the importance of understanding...
Aug 22, 2019•2 hr 38 min
189 - Don't Take This The Wrong Way
Oftentimes when you’re on a journey to make your dreams come true you run into obstacles. Some obstacles are bigger than others but the most common obstacle is not having the support from the people you want it from. This could be your spouse, significant other, parents, or friends. Today on the podcast the guys discuss who and what really affects your happiness. Are you giving the responsibility of your dreams or goals to someone else? Are you depending on someone else to remain happy? Get read...
Aug 15, 2019•1 hr 28 min
188 - Second Hand Savage
Aug 08, 2019•2 hr 50 min
187: The 9th Mile
Savage life. A life of being great at what you do. A life where you become one of the top people in your field. The life that helps you become a part of the 1%. On today’s podcast, CJ talks about the importance of becoming a savage and doing it the right way. If you ever plan on being great or being apart of the 1% you have to learn how to be a savage. Grab your pen and paper, get ready to take notes and learn how to become a savage. Time Stamped Topics: [03:20] - Trey’s Comedy Corner [06:00] - ...
Aug 01, 2019•2 hr 45 min
186: PJs and Blue Water
Jul 25, 2019•1 hr 17 min