You Didn’t Play Big & Lose—You Played Small & Won | S2S 511
Drop your North Star in one sentence below. If you can’t say it in a line, you can’t live it in a year!
Are you doing everything and going nowhere? This episode is your wake-up call. We break down why scattered hustle kills credibility, how a single North Star changed our entire operation, and the exact mindset shift to align actions with the goals you keep talking about.
The guys get surgical: give up the stage for the mission, put businesses on autopilot (one at a time), value mastery over opinions, and stop letting anxiety grow in the gap between your words and your work. If you want receipts, we’ve got them—KPIs, standards, and the uncomfortable conversations required to level up.
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510 - You can't win like this!
Most people don’t lose because they’re not talented—they lose because they’re scattered. In this episode, the guys break down why doing nine things halfway will never beat doing one thing with ruthless focus. ET unpacks how people-pleasing drains your energy, CJ shows how a single North Star changed their whole brand, and Maul & Karl dive into legacy, parenting, and building skills that outlive you.
You’ll learn:
Why your focus decides your future
How “too many options” quietly kills results
The cure for people-pleasing and scattered energy
Generational strategy: turning gifts into a family enterprise
How to choose one priority and actually finish
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509 - The Comparison That’s Destroying You
In this powerful continuation of last week’s conversation, the S2S crew dives deep into the truth about circles, ego, and why so many people stay stuck.
💡ET, CJ, Karl, Jemal and Pastor TJ break down:
- Why your circle can be the biggest ceiling on your future 🚫
- How comparison keeps you frustrated, broke, and unfulfilled
- The hidden difference between a real anchor and a pseudo-anchor (ego)
- Why honesty about where you are is the first step to growth
- How exposure to the right people can transform your entire life 🌍
Too many people are failing not because of lack of talent, but because of the people they’re surrounded by and the lies they tell themselves. This episode is a reality check and a roadmap to building a stronger foundation for your family, your legacy, and your future.
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👉 Question of the week: Is your circle helping you grow, or holding you back? Drop your answer in the comments.
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508 - The #1 Thing Your Kids Need More Than Money
Parents think the best gift they can give their kids is money. But the truth? Money alone isn’t enough.
In this powerful episode of the Secret to Success Podcast, ET, CJ, Karl & TJ unpack the story of Vontrell — a star athlete whose NFL dream collapsed after repeated injuries. Lost and struggling, he fell into security jobs and uncertainty… until Marlon & Camille stepped in.
Instead of letting him sink, they gave him something far greater than money:
A car to drive.
A place to live.
His basic expenses covered.
In other words, they gave him a margin of error — room to fail, recover, and chase his next dream. That margin led to marriage, a new home, and eventually a million-dollar contract.
Here’s what you’ll learn in Part 1:
- Why your kids need stability more than a paycheck
- How to create room for failure without destroying their future
- Why marriages and money collapse when there’s no foundation
- The hidden sacrifices that build true legacy
- ET’s challenge: how do you stay hungry when you’re already full?
This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation that every parent, leader, and dreamer needs to hear.
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507 - 👉 Why Stress Is Killing You (And How to Eliminate It)
Chronic stress is silently killing your energy, focus, and health. In this episode, learn how to eliminate stress, gain mental clarity, and thrive.
Stress isn’t about your job, marriage, or circumstances—it’s about your perception of them. In this powerful episode, the S2S crew sits down with Lisa Angel Smith to break down the difference between acute stress and chronic stress, why managing stress isn’t enough, and how to actually eliminate it from your life.
Lisa shares her journey, how diet and daily routines impact mental clarity, and the formula for reducing stress through Exit, Enter, and Engagement strategies. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck—this is the conversation that will set you free.
✊🏾 Don’t just watch this episode—take action. If stress has been stealing your time, health, or peace, it’s time to take it back.
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Let’s get free together. 💯
About The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas
The Secret To Success Podcast is your weekly jolt of truth, strategy, and conviction from Eric Thomas (ET)—the world’s #1 motivational speaker—alongside CJ Quinney, Karl Phillips, and Jemal “9-to-5 Millionaire” King. No fluffy theory here. We talk mindset, money, relationships, leadership, faith, health, and execution—and we do it with straight talk, real stories, and proven playbooks you can run today.
From locker rooms and boardrooms to classrooms and living rooms, we break down how high performers actually win consistently—and how you can too. Expect hot seats, uncomfortable truths, practical frameworks, wild behind-the-scenes moments, and the accountability you didn’t know you needed.
If you’re ready to stop collecting information and start adopting the mindset that changes your life, you’re in the right room. Tap in, take notes, and let’s execute.
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