108: Competing to Create Your Identity with Nick Symmonds

Nick Symmonds is an American athlete and entrepreneur. As an athlete, Nick has found much success on the track and in the mountains.  A two-time Olympian, Nick competed for the United States in the 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games. Though he has focused on the 800 meters for the majority of his career, he also has a personal best in the mile of 3 minutes and 56 seconds. ​When Nick isn't running or climbing he can be found working on the business that he co-founded in 2014, Run Gum. Nick serves as CEO for the fast growing energy company.  As you can see, once competing was over for Nick, his identity was challenged. Big time.  However, his athlete mentality, what he was TRAINED in is what has helped him level up and fuel  his passion today- RUN GUM where Nick serves as a CEO in this fast growing energy company. Join in today and learn EXACTLY HOW Nick uses “athlete mentality” to create EVERYTHING from NOTHING In this episode, you will learn: Why an athletes mindset is unbeatable How you're able to tap into it yourself How you can be successful by pushing yourself to your limits