Show Notes: erickrheam.com/076

In this episode, Erick Rheam interviews Jake Thompson, a professional speaker and author about his concept of competing everyday and how it’s a critical component to success.

In this powerful episode, Jake opens up about the crushing disappointment of walking away from his lifelong dream of playing quarterback at the collegiate level—and the emotional toll that came with it. But his story doesn’t end in defeat.

Jake reveals how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for redefining what it means to compete—not against others, but with yourself. He introduces a three-part jumpstart process that helped him rebuild his confidence, reshape his mindset, and reclaim control of his life.

If you’re feeling stuck, lost, or ready for a reset, Jake’s journey will inspire you to take the next step and start winning again—on your terms.

Jake teaches people how to compete every day with themselves. By winning the day, we win in business and in life.

Through lived experiences as an athlete, entrepreneur and speaker, he’s battle-tested and mastered the secret to success.

To achieving goals and making the impossible, possible.

To being great, not just good enough.

From his first ‘sales job’ at 7, going door-to-door selling Christmas cookies, to his initial business selling branded t-shirts in the trunk of his car, and onto today, as a leading keynote speaker and corporate coach, he’s unlocked what it takes to be a winner.

He believes the life we desire is closer than we think. It’s the small shifts in our daily focus, mentally and practically, that build a winning life.

Through his C.E.D. Model, he helps teams, CEOs, athletes and students develop mental toughness, master consistency, and improve day after day.

He believes we all have a gift inside of us, but it takes courage, systems, and a competitive mindset to access it. He’ll show you how, so you’re not sitting on the bench, waiting for life.

1. Subscribe to the podcast
2. Rise Above Chaos book
3. Work with Erick
4. Jake’s website
5. Jake’s LinkedIn profile

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