When your best isn't good enough
When "Your Best" Ain't Good Enough: Real Talk on Losing, Winning, and Life's Gut-Punches
Alright, folks, let's get real. Real like a cold, wet baseball field on a Sunday night when your kid's team just got knocked out of the tournament. Yeah, that kind of real.
This week, Dr. Clendenning and Mike had a heart-to-heart about something we all face: the soul-crushing moment when "your best" just ain't good enough. You know the feeling? You pour your heart and soul into something, you give it everything you've got, and still… you come up short.
We've all been there. Maybe it's in your business, maybe it's in your relationships, or maybe, like in my case, it's watching your kids play sports. I've been spending the last 48 hours driving hundreds of miles, sleeping about 10 hours total, and watching my kids play baseball in freezing rain. And let me tell you, it ain't pretty when they lose.
But here's the thing: losing is a part of life. It's a part of growing. It's a part of becoming stronger. As much as we want to shield our kids from pain, they need to learn how to pick themselves up, dust themselves off, and keep swinging.
And it's not just kids. As entrepreneurs, we face setbacks all the time. We launch a product that flops, we make a deal that falls through, or we lose a client we thought we had in the bag. It's easy to get discouraged, to start doubting yourself, to think, "Maybe I'm just not cut out for this."
But here's the secret: those moments of doubt, those feelings of inadequacy, they're not telling you the truth. They're just limiting beliefs, whispers in your ear that try to hold you back.
Instead of letting those beliefs define you, use them as fuel. Use them as motivation to work harder, to get smarter, to become better.
Remember, it's not about what happens to you, it's about what happens for you. Every setback, every failure, every loss is an opportunity to learn and grow.
And speaking of opportunities, I'm excited to announce the launch of our new show, "Boardroom Battleground," on April 22nd. This show is all about transformation, about taking people's stories and showing the world the superpowers that lie within. We're peeling back the curtain and revealing the raw, unfiltered journey of entrepreneurs who are willing to put it all on the line.
We're also expanding our podcast schedule. You can now catch us three days a week: Tuesdays and Thursdays for "Boardroom Battleground," and Sundays for our regular show.
So, what does it mean to win as a dad, or as a person? It's not just about trophies and accolades. It's about the small victories, the moments of connection, the times when your kids come to you for advice or comfort. It's about showing up, being present, and demonstrating a work ethic that they can emulate.
And remember, you're always a role model, whether you like it or not. So, make sure you're setting a good example. Show your kids what it means to work hard, to persevere, and to never give up on their dreams.
In the words of Herb Brooks from "Miracle," "We played them 10 times. They might be this nine, but not tonight." There will be times when you lose, but there will also be times when you win. And those wins, those moments of triumph, they make all the struggles worthwhile.
So, get out there, embrace the challenges, and never stop fighting for what you believe in. And hey, get off your butt and let's work!
