Ever wondered what makes a championship team tick? It's not just about having talent; it's about rolling up your sleeves, rallying together, and daring to challenge the norms. And at the heart of it all? Trust and open communication.

In this episode, Paul sits down for a chat with the incredible Brian Lafemina, a visionary who's left his mark on both the NFL and the LA 2028 Olympics.

Their conversation dives deep into the idea of self-disruption and why it's so important to keep growing, even when you're already succeeding. Brian shares some fascinating stories from his work in Olympic hospitality, emphasizing the power of thinking outside the box. They also talk about what it takes to build a winning team – hard work, teamwork, and never being afraid to shake things up. Plus, they touch on the importance of trust and diversity when making decisions as a team. But it's not all serious stuff. Brian and Paul also swap stories about facing fears and finding the courage to do what's right, even when it's tough. And of course, they wrap things up with some practical advice for starting your week off on the right foot.

Key Takeaways

• Embrace self-disruption as a catalyst for personal growth, particularly amid periods of success.
• Brian Lafemina's trajectory underscores the importance of perpetual learning and evolution.
• Building a stellar team necessitates diligence, collaboration, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
• Trust, transparent communication, and diverse perspectives are indispensable for fostering innovation and team empowerment.
• Leadership demands audacity and courage, including the willingness to do what's right regardless of potential repercussions.
• Success preparation entails meticulous goal-setting and readiness to adapt to change.
• The path to success is non-linear, demanding the right mindset and adaptability.

In This Episode:

• [00:17] Introduction to Brian Lafemina.
• [01:58] Career disruptions and opportunities.
• [06:11] Insight from working with Commissioner Goodell.
• [07:33] Challenges and learnings from the role at Washington Redskins.
• [13:34] Value of relational capital and authenticity.
• [14:26] Transition to the LA 2028 Olympics.
• [16:13] Humorous story about a snowstorm and salt.
• [18:33] Disruption of self.
• [23:05] Leading a championship culture.
• [29:21] Life lessons and insights.
• [30:24] Being brave.
• [35:27] Starting the week right.

Notable Quotes

• [01:58]"Madison Square Garden, the New York Knicks, the New York Rangers, concerts—you name it, and I got an internship there, which was fantastic."-Brian
• [07:33] "I love challenges and I love big opportunities, and I like taking big swings."-Brian
• [09:36] "There are times in your career where you have choices to make, and you can take an expedient route or you can take the route that you know might be a little more challenging, but you believe that's the route to go down."-Brian
• [30:51] "I encourage everybody to be bold, but more important than that, I want people to be brave."-Brian
• [31:19] You can't go wrong by doing right."-Brian
• [35:53] "Do the work before you get to Monday, and then you're going to win Monday."-Brian

Our Guest

• Brian Lafemina is a seasoned Sports and Entertainment Executive, renowned Board Member, and Senior Advisor. With a distinguished career, he served as Chief Business Officer for LA28 and President of the Washington Commanders. His expertise extends from the NFL to Madison Square Garden, demonstrating his profound impact in shaping and elevating the landscape of sports and entertainment.

Resource & Links

Win Monday Community (join here)

• Win Monday Community

Paul Epstein

• Paul's Confidence Quiz
• Paul's Website
• Paul's LinkedIn to Connect
• Paul's Instagram to Follow

Brian Lafemina

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-lafemina-65a67911/

Join Paul in this engaging episode as he reflects on his recent chat with Scott McGregor, the driving force behind the Outlier Project. Together, they delve into the art of living an extraordinary life, finding silver linings in adversity, and the transformative magic of intentional living. Paul encourages listeners to carve out their own path to greatness, inspired by Scott's profound insights and infectious passion.

Key Takeaways:

• Get inspired by Scott's journey and his mission to transcend the ordinary.
• Learn how facing challenges head-on can be a catalyst for personal growth and resilience.
• Discover the importance of living each day with purpose and intention.
• Understand that what makes life extraordinary is different for everyone and requires courage to pursue.
• Take small steps every day towards your dreams, embracing each opportunity for greatness along the way.

In This Episode:

• [01:21] The storm of adversity
• [02:33] Defining and pursuing an extraordinary life.
• [04:01] No need for adversity to awaken urgency for extraordinary life

Notable Quotes

• [01:21] “Adversity can be a gift; it's what builds our resilience muscle.” -Paul
• [02:34] "That is a choice on how we want to step forward into every day to live and earn an extraordinary life." -Paul
• [04:01] "Anybody can be ordinary, but it's the rare few like us that can choose to be extraordinary."– Paul

Resource and Links

Paul Epstein

• Join the Win Monday Community: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/win-monday
• Take the Confidence Quiz: https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/confidence-quiz
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulepsteinspeaks/
• https://www.paulepsteinspeaks.com/

Join us as we chat with Scott MacGregor, the mastermind behind the Outlier Project, a global community empowering individuals to lead impactful lives.

During our conversation, Scott opens up about what it takes to live life to the fullest. From making an impact to prioritizing health, finances, and relationships, he shares invaluable insights garnered from personal experiences and encounters with adversity. Discover how challenges have shaped Scott's outlook on life, including his battle with regatta syndrome, and learn how to cultivate a mindset of resilience and gratitude.

But that's not all – Scott also delves into the importance of community support and the transformative power of genuine connections. Gain inspiration from the stories of extraordinary individuals and learn how to cultivate meaningful relationships that enrich your journey toward greatness.

Key Takeaways

• Scott's philosophy, "People Over Everything," prioritizes relationships.
• Living an extraordinary life is a choice
• An extraordinary life balances health, finances, career, learning, and relationships.
• Health is foundational in life's priorities.
• The Outlier Project supports entrepreneurs in extraordinary living.
• Adversity is a gift
• Resilience and unconventional paths are valued by extraordinary individuals.
• Intentional, genuine relationships are crucial.
• Gratitude and friendship shape life's journey..

In This Episode:

• [00:30] Introduction to Scott MacGregor.
• [02:22] Overview of the Outlier Project.
• [05:07] Common themes of living an extraordinary life.
• [08:10] Balancing the five life buckets.
• [11:01] Membership demographics of the Outlier Project.
• [12:38] Information about the Outlier Project.
• [14:03] Obstacles to living an extraordinary life.
• [16:59] Scott's personal storms and adversity.
• [23:34] Adversity as a gift.
• [25:12] Scott’s perspective on adversity
• [28:43] Lessons learnt from extraordinary people.
• [32:38] Importance of intentional relationships.

Notable Quotes

• [02:41] “Technology is great. There's lots of great stuff out there, but nothing really supercharges an organization like people.”- Scott
• [03:07] “Anybody can be ordinary. But we all have the power to choose to be extraordinary.”-Scott
• [09:17] “If you don't have your health, you don't have anything.” Scott
• [15:12] “The people you surround yourself with ultimately dictate a lot of how your life works out.”- Scott
• [15:18] "Surround yourself with people that are really motivated to live an extraordinary life. It doesn't mean that they're hitting on all cylinders at all times, but that's their intention - Scott
• [23:41] "Adversity is a gift because it makes you stronger and builds that resiliency.” - Scott

Our Guest

Scott MacGregor is the Founder & CEO of SomethingNew LLC and The Outlier Project, along with serving as Publisher & Editor-In-Chief of Outlier Magazine. A prolific author with four books in the "Standing O!" series, he's a record 8-time winner of the American Business Award for Innovation.

Resource and Links

Win Monday Community (join here)

• Win Monday Community

Paul Epstein

• Paul's Confidence Quiz
• Paul's Website
• Paul's LinkedIn to Connect
• Paul's Instagram to Follow

Scott MacGregor

• https://theoutlierproject.co/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/macgregorscott/