Work On Your Game: Dominate With Mindset, Strategy & Execution

Dre Baldwin

“Dre is the BEST at being real, direct, and strategic as a coach.” – Work On Your Game University Member Work On Your Game is the daily MasterClass for high performers in business, sports, and life who demand results — not just talk. Built on four pillars: 1. Discipline – Show up and do the work, every day. 2. Confidence – Put yourself out there, boldly and authentically. 3. Mental Toughness – Keep pushing even when success hasn’t shown up yet. 4. Personal Initiative – Make things happen instead of waiting for them. This isn’t theory. It’s mindset, strategy, accountability, and execution — from someone who’s actually done it. Dre Baldwin played professional basketball for 9 years. He’s published content since 2005, written 41 books, delivered 4 TEDx Talks, and his material has reached over 105 million people. The Work On Your Game Podcast has over 7.6 million downloads and counting. If you’re ready to break through mental blocks, tap into your full potential, and own your outcomes — this is your show. Daily episodes. No fluff. Just Game.

  1. #3394: Stop Explaining Yourself

    19 HR AGO

    #3394: Stop Explaining Yourself

    In this episode, I’m talking about why you need to stop explaining yourself so much. When you step into your presence and dominance, you don’t have to justify every action or decision you make. Explaining less not only saves you time and energy, but it also makes you look more powerful. The less you talk about why you did something, the more people respect it. Let’s break down exactly why this works. Show Notes:  [01:11]#1 Explaining yourself to other people is a sign unconsciously of submission and subordination. [06:58]#2  As a general rule, the more explaining you need to do to a person, the less chance they will get it, no matter what you say. [16:11]#3 Get better at message clarity.  [20:15]Recap Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    23 min
  2. #3393: When It Makes Sense To "Burn Bridges"

    1 DAY AGO

    #3393: When It Makes Sense To "Burn Bridges"

    You’ve probably heard people say you should never burn bridges. They tell you to leave on good terms, be polite, and keep the door open no matter what. But I’m here to flip that. There are times in life when burning the bridge is exactly what you need to do. In this episode, I’ll explain why sometimes you need to make it impossible to go back, and why that can be the best move for your future. Show Notes:  [01:50]#1 You never want to go back, you know you never will, and you want to make sure you never do. [08:32]#2 When you want to give yourself no option but to move forward and not allow yourself to slow down or step backwards.  [19:34]#3 When you realize the comfort and ease have been detrimental to you because of the temptation of and your easy access to them.  [22:12]Recap Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    25 min
  3. #3392: Why Most People Are Afraid Of True Power

    2 DAYS AGO

    #3392: Why Most People Are Afraid Of True Power

    In this episode, I’m breaking down what true power really is and why most people are scared of it, even though they say they want it. I’ll explain what true power looks like, feels like, and the trade-offs that come with it. If you’ve been listening to me, you know there’s no perfect scenario, only trade-offs. Once you understand what power really means and the responsibility it brings, you’ll see why most people actually don’t want it. Let’s get into it. Show Notes:  [01:40]#1 True power comes with an equal amount of responsibility and accountability for all things.  [11:22]#2 When you have true power, you can't point the finger at anybody.  [19:31]#3 When you have true power, you can actually do all the stuff that you have been thinking about and wishing you could do and talking about doing.  [24:32]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2174: There Are No Perfect Scenarios – Only Trade-Offs 1824: The "Race Hustler": Who, What, Why, And What To Do About Them Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    27 min
  4. #3391: True Discipline Must Survive Inconvenience

    3 DAYS AGO

    #3391: True Discipline Must Survive Inconvenience

    Discipline is easy when things are going well, the real test is when it’s inconvenient. In this episode, I’m talking about why true discipline shows up when the situation is tough, when it’s not set up for you to win, and when showing up is the hardest thing to do. Motivation feels good, but discipline is about doing the work no matter how you feel. This is the secret sauce to professionalism, and today I’m breaking down how to know if your discipline is real. Show Notes:  [01:38]#1 It is not disciplined if it's always easy and is always convenient.  [06:14]#2 The reason people respect discipline is because we all inherently understand that it requires acting in the face of inconvenience.  [13:45]#3 The reason why most people have no discipline is because they will not act in the face of inconvenience.  [18:36]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 1025: The Opportunity Is In The Opposites Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    21 min
  5. #3390: Know People In "Low Places"

    4 DAYS AGO

    #3390: Know People In "Low Places"

    In this episode, I’m talking about why you need to know people in low places, not just high places. We all know the saying about knowing people in high places with status, resources, and connections. But sometimes, the people who can really help you aren’t at the top. They’re the ones in positions that may not seem important, but they can get things done in ways high-level folks can’t. I’ll break down why these relationships matter just as much—maybe even more—in certain situations. Show Notes:  [01:28]#1 Not everything in life is shiny and sometimes you need some dirty work done. [08:32]#2 There is no downside to more people knowing you and having a positive opinion of you, regardless of who those people are.  [17:41]#3  There are more average people than there are higher achievers. [22:40]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3287: You MUST Know People In These Spaces 3359: The 3 Socially Accepted Black Men 3360: Why White America Does Not Prop Up Athletes & Entertainers Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    26 min
  6. #3389: All Of LIFE Is "Rings Culture"

    5 DAYS AGO

    #3389: All Of LIFE Is "Rings Culture"

    In this episode, I’m talking about “ring culture”, the idea that you’re only as good as your ultimate results. I use basketball as the frame, but this applies to everything in life. In sports, people judge players based on championships, even though some legends never won one, while others with rings were just role players. The same happens in real life. Some people get credit because they were in the right place at the right time, not necessarily because they were the best. I’m breaking down why this mindset matters and how it affects the way we judge success. Show Notes:  [04:24]#1 Life is a results based business.  [11:52]#2 Your circumstances only matter if you end up turning those circumstances into success. [17:43]#3 Being that you're ultimately judged by your outcomes.  [21:12]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 3311: How To Be A "High Value Man" [Part 1 of 2] 3312: How To Be A "High Value Man" [Part 2 of 2] 3332: How To Be A "High Value" Woman [Part 1 of 2] 3333: How To Be A "High Value" Woman [Part 1 of 2] Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    24 min
  7. #3388: 3 Things That ALL Men Want At Our Core

    6 DAYS AGO

    #3388: 3 Things That ALL Men Want At Our Core

    Every man is different, but deep down, we all want the same three core things. In this episode, I’m breaking down what those three things are and why they matter no matter your background, interests, or current situation. These are general truths about men, things we all want on some level, at some point in our lives. Let’s get into it. Show Notes:  [01:17]#1 The physical capability of doing things that most other men cannot do.  [07:34]#2 We want to have things that other men cannot have.   [16:34]#3 Men want access to women. [25:43]Recap Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    29 min
  8. #3387: Before You Scale... Fix These

    22 AUG

    #3387: Before You Scale... Fix These

    In this episode, I’m talking to the entrepreneurs who want to grow beyond just “getting by.” If you want your business to be an entity that runs without you like Walmart, Apple, or Amazon you’ve got to get certain things locked in first. I’m sharing the three key elements every business needs in place before you even think about scaling. These are the foundations that keep a business running strong, no matter the industry or current size. Let’s break it down so you can build something that lasts. Show Notes:   [02:23]#1 Communication.  [09:53]#2 Organization. [19:11]#3 Process. [26:40]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2995: How To "Scale-Up" Your Life 2088: Do Things That Don't Scale 1101: Codification Of Your Knowledge Next Steps: 🎓 Work On Your Game University Get structured, get paid → WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com 📧 Dre’s Daily Emails (Free) Clarity. Strategy. Execution. → WorkOnMyGame.com 🤖 Chat with DreGPT AI that thinks like Dre → DreAllDay.com/AI 🎧 Free Audiobooks The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com/audible Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible 📚 Claim Your Free Books The Third Day → ThirdDayBook.com Mirror Of Motivation → MirrorOfMotivation.com Sales Discipline System → SalesDisciplineBook.com Overseas Basketball Blueprint → BallOverseas.com How To Play As Well As You Practice → HoopHandbook.com/Free 💵 Support the Show CashApp → Cash.app/$DreBaldwin 📱 Connect with Dre Instagram → Instagram.com/DreBaldwin TikTok → TikTok.com/@WorkOnYourGame YouTube → YouTube.com/DreAllDay Twitter / X → X.com/DreAllDay Facebook → Facebook.com/WorkOnYourGameUniversity 🎙 All Episodes + Archive → WorkOnYourGamePodcast.com

    29 min
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“Dre is the BEST at being real, direct, and strategic as a coach.” – Work On Your Game University Member Work On Your Game is the daily MasterClass for high performers in business, sports, and life who demand results — not just talk. Built on four pillars: 1. Discipline – Show up and do the work, every day. 2. Confidence – Put yourself out there, boldly and authentically. 3. Mental Toughness – Keep pushing even when success hasn’t shown up yet. 4. Personal Initiative – Make things happen instead of waiting for them. This isn’t theory. It’s mindset, strategy, accountability, and execution — from someone who’s actually done it. Dre Baldwin played professional basketball for 9 years. He’s published content since 2005, written 41 books, delivered 4 TEDx Talks, and his material has reached over 105 million people. The Work On Your Game Podcast has over 7.6 million downloads and counting. If you’re ready to break through mental blocks, tap into your full potential, and own your outcomes — this is your show. Daily episodes. No fluff. Just Game.

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