53 episodes

The "If You Don't Grind" Podcast was created to help people recognize the ability for greatness inside of themselves and to empower them to work to achieve it. Hosted by J.T. Rogan, “If You Don’t Grind” features hard working individuals, from a variety of backgrounds, who achieve success no matter the circumstances, because "If You Don't Grind", YOU DON'T SHINE!

If You Don't Grind If You Don't Grind

    • Education
    • 5.0 • 60 Ratings

The "If You Don't Grind" Podcast was created to help people recognize the ability for greatness inside of themselves and to empower them to work to achieve it. Hosted by J.T. Rogan, “If You Don’t Grind” features hard working individuals, from a variety of backgrounds, who achieve success no matter the circumstances, because "If You Don't Grind", YOU DON'T SHINE!

    *Inaugural Guest* Big Cat from Barstool Sports

    *Inaugural Guest* Big Cat from Barstool Sports

    Dan Katz, aka Big Cat, welcomes J.T. into the Pardon My Take studio at Barstool Sports headquarters. The conversation focuses on Big Cat's journey from "the worst real estate professional in history" to being the host of the most popular sports podcast in America.
    Dan and J.T. talk about a variety of topics ranging from the early days of Barstool Sports to Dan thinking that J.T. hated him. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    Time Stamps
    0:00-0:30 - Intro/ Entrance music
    0:30 - 2:02 - If You Don’t Grind summary
    2:02- 3:12 - Big Cat Introduction (Dan Katz from Barstool Sports, Pardon My Take)
    3:12 - 6:20 - Big Cat’s College Days at Wisconsin… Early Career Days in Real Estate
    6:20 - 7:10 - Being Versatile and ‘Swiss Army Knife’ at Work
    7:10 - 8:24 - Why Big Cat is “Worst Real Estate Professional Ever” and His Work Passion Revelation
    8:24 - 14:20 - Big Cat’s Early Barstool Days and Leaving Real Estate
    14:20 - 16:20 - Evolution of Barstool
    16:20 - 17:03 - Big Cat’s “What’s Next” Mindset
    17:03 -18:27 - LINKEDIN JOB ADVERTISEMENT
    18:27 - 20:18 - Big Cat’s Work Ethic & Luck Pertaining to Chicago Teams Winning Championships
    20:18 - 24:11 - Barstool Van Talk Launch and Cancellation
    24:11 - 25:50 - Managing Personal Relationships and Networking
    25:50 - 27:40 - First Time J.T. & Big Cat met at the Univ. of Mich. w/ Football Coach Jim Harbaugh
    27:40 - 29:17 - Ways to Learn From and Handle Relationships (ex: J.J Watt)
    29:17 - 31:09 - Working with PFT Commenter (Pardon My Take Co-Host)
    31:09 - 33:00 - Summary of ‘The Corp’ with Alex Rodriguez
    33:00 - 35:40 - Maintaining Success in Sports Media and His ‘Grateful’ Perspective on Fans
    35:40 - 36:54 - Height Debate and Wrap-Up
    36:54 - 38:25 - Thank You to Big Cat, LinkedIn Jobs and WHAT’S NEXT

    • 38 min
    Music Industry Veteran Mikey Eckstein

    Music Industry Veteran Mikey Eckstein

    Mikey talks about his journey to becoming a fixture in the Detroit music scene. Mikey discusses managing artists, how he helped to throw Eminem a surprise 30th birthday party, maintaining professional relationships, why he chooses to work for himself, and how he achieves success in his multiple business ventures. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    • 35 min
    World-class Athlete and Competitor Kirk Gibson

    World-class Athlete and Competitor Kirk Gibson

    This episode focuses on Kirk's unrelenting positive mindset and his battle to help find the cure for Parkinson's. Kirk talks about how he transformed his mindset to go from being a .225 hitter with the Detroit Tigers to batting .300 the following season. Kirk also discusses his upbringing and what environments stoked his competitive nature. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    • 39 min
    Ford CEO Jim Hackett

    Ford CEO Jim Hackett

    The brilliant leader of Ford Motor Company joins J.T. at Ford Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan. They talk Michigan Football, competitive fitness, strategically sound decision-making and the yet to be released Ford Mustang Mach-E. Jim and J.T. exchange dialogue about living with an attitude of gratitude and how to best live in the service of others. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    • 30 min
    Sleep Medicine Specialist and Sleep Coach, Dr. Meeta Singh

    Sleep Medicine Specialist and Sleep Coach, Dr. Meeta Singh

    One of the world's leading sleep medicine experts reveals keys to improving your nightly sleep. The interview dives into how to combat jet lag, tactics to manage an erratic competitive athletics schedule and where the opportunities exist for elite performers to improve their sleep. Dr. Singh details elements of the Washington Nationals' 2019 World Series Championship run and the role sleep played in their success . #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    • 34 min
    Former USD Torero Basketball Standout & Convicted Point Shaver, Brandon Johnson

    Former USD Torero Basketball Standout & Convicted Point Shaver, Brandon Johnson

    Old friends reconnect as Brandon and J.T. recount their times together at USD and where life has taken them since their playing days at the University of San Diego. Brandon speaks on the difficulties he created for himself by accepting money in exchange for affecting the outcome of games, otherwise known as point shaving. Brandon details his journey out of prison to playing competitive basketball and now sharing his cautionary tale about the potential pitfalls that can await college athletes. #IfYouDontGrind / linkedin.com/grind

    • 49 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
60 Ratings

60 Ratings

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Don’t sleep on this Podcast!

Wide range of interviews. Positivity. Success.
Keep up the good work!

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