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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2024 · 20 MIN

From Ninja Warrior to Inspiring Speaker: Sandy Zimmerman

from Energy + Hours · host Jill Wright, Time Management Expert

If you know, you know. Sandy Zimmerman is a mother of 3, an inspirational speaker, author of ‘Get Out of the Car’, 9-time competitor on NBC’s hit show American Ninja Warrior and became the 1st mom in the shows history to finish the course and hit the buzzer.  She's also a 2-time FINA World Champion, 2-time UNAA World Champion, and World Cup Champion.  She has appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, CNN Entertainment, E! News, The Huffington Post, and Women’s Health.  In 2022 Sandy was inducted into the National Teacher Hall of Fame.  She is a TEDX speaker, national judo champion and played basketball at Gonzaga University.  Sandy continues to coach basketball today with the Warriors and travels the country speaking and sharing her story.  I'm so honoured to have her on the show today. Tune in as we talk about going for your dreams, navigating challenges and doing it all as a mom. **Time Stamps** Sandys Discovery of Ninja Warrior (00:01:14)   Sandy shares how she stumbled upon American Ninja Warrior and felt a calling to participate. The Importance of Support (00:08:36)   Sandy emphasizes the need for supportive friends, sharing her experience with her friend Theresa. Transition to Motivational Speaking (00:11:27)   Sandy talks about her shift from teaching to motivational speaking and its impact on her life. Finding Balance as a Mother (00:16:23)   Sandy explores the ongoing challenge of balancing her personal dreams with family responsibilities. **Connect with Sandy**  Instagram: @sandy_zimmerman_ninja Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-zimmerman-320586245/ ***** Want More Jill? Discover Your SuperMom Type:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Take the Quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join The Village: Connect with like-minded mompreneurs and access exclusive resources to help you build your business. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Now⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Your Author-Signed Copy: Order your signed copy of "Happy Healthy Wealthy and Wise" today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Keywords** Time Management, Self-Care, Super Mom, Work Life Balance, Mindset, Grow Like a Mother, Motherhood, Mompreneur, American Ninja Warrior, Chase Your Dreams, Super Moms

If you know, you know. Sandy Zimmerman is a mother of 3, an inspirational speaker, author of ‘Get Out of the Car’, 9-time competitor on NBC’s hit show American Ninja Warrior and became the 1st mom in the shows history to finish the course and hit the buzzer.  She's also a 2-time FINA World Champion, 2-time UNAA World Champion, and World Cup Champion.  She has appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show, CNN Entertainment, E! News, The Huffington Post, and Women’s Health.  In 2022 Sandy was inducted into the National Teacher Hall of Fame.  She is a TEDX speaker, national judo champion and played basketball at Gonzaga University.  Sandy continues to coach basketball today with the Warriors and travels the country speaking and sharing her story.  I'm so honoured to have her on the show today. Tune in as we talk about going for your dreams, navigating challenges and doing it all as a mom. **Time Stamps** Sandys Discovery of Ninja Warrior (00:01:14)   Sandy shares how she stumbled upon American Ninja Warrior and felt a calling to participate. The Importance of Support (00:08:36)   Sandy emphasizes the need for supportive friends, sharing her experience with her friend Theresa. Transition to Motivational Speaking (00:11:27)   Sandy talks about her shift from teaching to motivational speaking and its impact on her life. Finding Balance as a Mother (00:16:23)   Sandy explores the ongoing challenge of balancing her personal dreams with family responsibilities. **Connect with Sandy**  Instagram: @sandy_zimmerman_ninja Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-zimmerman-320586245/ ***** Want More Jill? Discover Your SuperMom Type:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Take the Quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join The Village: Connect with like-minded mompreneurs and access exclusive resources to help you build your business. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Now⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get Your Author-Signed Copy: Order your signed copy of "Happy Healthy Wealthy and Wise" today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Order Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Keywords** Time Management, Self-Care, Super Mom, Work Life Balance, Mindset, Grow Like a Mother, Motherhood, Mompreneur, American Ninja Warrior, Chase Your Dreams, Super Moms

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