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1 " It's a deeply entrenched process that nobody really wants to change because all the major players, except athletes, have a stake in the monetary gain. Everyone bends to the will of the brand, and only accepts the check they can receive from the brand, instead of holistically solving the problems and thinking about what is best for each individual. "
― Michael McGinnis , GPS Guide for Athletes and Those Who Surround Them: How to Empower Your Sports Goals, Navigate the Process, and Steer Toward Success
2 " The current dynamic is a power struggle where brands and teams, leagues, coaches, and agents basically have the mindset that they are the saviors to athletes, instead of presenting themselves as they truly are; a springboard for athletes to showcase their abilities. "
3 " When actively engaged consumers understand why and where they spend their dollars, they will influence the world on a larger scale. "
4 " If you understand your why, your purpose in life, what you want to obtain in this life, and what you want to accomplish in this life, that's the first piece. And after the why, it's the what. How will you bring that passion, that purpose to life? "
5 " We are all prone to stress, excitement, sadness, or anger; it's called being human. Give yourself a break, and give others a break. "
6 " The biggest benefit of being humble is that you're comfortable with yourself, and you aren't putting unnecessary pressure on yourself. By being humble, you're accepting yourself and realizing you're flawed, but you're also great. "
7 " The legacy I want to leave you with is that no matter who you are, what you have been doing, or where you would like to go, if you look at a situation from a problem-solving approach and put others first, you'll succeed at whatever you aspire to do. "
