Episode 84: From the NFL to Entrepreneurship: How Self-Belief Turns Talent into Longevity

Описание: What does it take to walk into a locker room full of legends and earn your place anyway?

Former NFL All-Pro linebacker Carl Banks reflects on the blue-collar work ethic that shaped him in Flint, Michigan, and the unlikely lessons that came from working alongside men rebuilding their lives. He shares how listening to coaches, staying humble, and embracing the grind helped him rise from overlooked college star to a top NFL draft pick. Carl also breaks down how he built a second career in sports fashion and broadcasting by betting on himself, and staying relentlessly proactive.


What to expect in this week’s episode:

A Flint education: How blue-collar life taught Carl discipline, and perspective early

The overlooked-to-unstoppable leap: The moment that changed everything and put Carl on the NFL radar

Earning respect in a legendary locker room: What it was like entering a Giants defense loaded with icons

Building a brand while still playing: How Carl spotted white space in sports fashion and turned licensing into a long-term business

Success comes through you: Carl’s mindset on effort, belief, and using today’s platforms to create your own opportunities



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