PAY YOUR DUES

Exploring the Struggle Before Success

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Curious what drives the world’s most successful leaders to keep going even when failure seems inevitable?

This podcast is a motivational platform for ambitious leaders, entrepreneurs, and those committed to personal growth. We’ll uncover stories of mental resilience & leadership challenges from athletes, business leaders, and entertainment icons.

Whether you’re building a career, seeking redemption stories, or the best motivational podcast for self-improvement, this podcast delivers actionable advice. Subscribe to the podcast for lessons from failure and the motivation to progress forward.

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Explore articles and podcast episodes featuring original writings from Greg, as well as Pay Your Dues podcast episodes. Gain fresh insights and deeper connections through compelling stories and reflections on growth, life, and leadership.

Mike Muchlinski: Behind the Plate with an MLB Umpire – Focus, Dedication, & Commitment

In this episode of Pay Your Dues, host Greg Inglin sits down with veteran Major League Baseball umpire Mike Muchlinski to talk about his incredible journey from a baseball-loving kid in central Washington to one of the fewer than 100 full-time umpires in the big leagues. Mike shares his path, starting from his days as a player, to his decision to go to umpire school and his years of "paying his dues" in the minor leagues.

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Fred Rivera: Sports Law, Leadership Skills & Building Community with the Seattle Mariners

Greg Inglin sits down with Fred Rivera to explore his remarkable rise from a blue-collar upbringing in Los Angeles to becoming a respected leader in sports law, Executive Vice President and Special Advisor for the Seattle Mariners, as well as CEO & Founder of The Rivera Group, a trusted sports business advisory firm. Drawing from the conversation, Fred shares vivid stories of his hardworking grandparents, how baseball became his childhood anchor, and find his path to law scho

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Mario Fraioli: Boston Marathon, Running, Coaching, Consistency, Community, and the Runner’s Mindset

Experience the passion, grit, and community at the heart of running with this inspiring episode featuring Mario Fraioli - renowned running coach, Boston Marathon veteran, and creator of The Morning Shakeout podcast and newsletter. Mario opens up about his deep connection to the Boston Marathon, his journey from improving as a young cross country runner to building a legacy as a coach, and the lessons learned from mentors who shaped his path.

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PAY YOUR DUES

Exploring the Struggle Before Success

ABOUT THE PODCAST

THE LATEST

Mike Muchlinski: Behind the Plate with an MLB Umpire – Focus, Dedication, & Commitment

Fred Rivera: Sports Law, Leadership Skills & Building Community with the Seattle Mariners

Mario Fraioli: Boston Marathon, Running, Coaching, Consistency, Community, and the Runner’s Mindset

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