130: Finding Your Fire Again: Eric Thomas on the Power of Respect
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Respect—a word that resonates deeply yet remains elusive for many millennial entrepreneurs. How often do we find ourselves struggling for validation while simultaneously taking for granted the very gifts and opportunities that fuel our journey?
This powerful episode features the raw, passionate wisdom of motivational speaker Eric Thomas as he challenges us to reconsider our relationship with respect. Thomas doesn't just speak about gaining respect from others; he dives deep into respecting our own lives, businesses, relationships, and the limited time we have to make our mark on the world. When was the last time you truly held your entrepreneurial vision in "high regard" or approached your business with the same fire and admiration you had on day one?
The conversation takes an especially poignant turn when Thomas reflects on his own mortality, speaking of his "18,250 days left" and how this perspective transforms how he approaches each moment. As entrepreneurs constantly chasing the next milestone, we rarely pause to consider that our time is finite. This realization alone can revolutionize how we conduct business, treat our partners, and honor those who supported us before success arrived.
Whether you're building your first venture or scaling your fifth, this episode serves as a powerful reminder that everything you need for success has already been given to you—you're just not using it because you're taking it for granted. Your unique voice, your passion, your energy—these aren't accidents but gifts meant to be respected and deployed with purpose.
Take a moment today to reconnect with what truly matters in your entrepreneurial journey. Share this episode with fellow entrepreneurs who might need this perspective shift, and let us know what you're committing to respect more deeply in your business and life.
Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/L3APrcskSn0?si=IlsqmZOtJJYfMyCf
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Millennial Entrepreneur Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Entrepreneurs and the Struggle for Respect (00:00:51)
3. Eric Thomas on the Meaning of Respect (00:02:43)
4. Respecting Relationships and Life's Journey (00:04:28)
5. Stop Taking Life for Granted (00:08:25)
6. Using Your God-Given Gifts Purposefully (00:12:00)
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