How to Be a Pro: Training the Mind and Body with Professional Athlete Dave Simon

In this episode of the Student of the Game podcast, Brad Noll speaks with Dave Simon, with 18 seasons as a professional basketball player under his belt, Dave has a wealth of experience and knowledge. He is known for his work ethic, dedication to the game, and ability to adapt to different coaching styles and cultures. Brad and Dave discuss the importance of falling in love with the practice and emphasize the need to take care of both mind and body, focusing on recovery and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Dave also talks about the sacrifices he has made to pursue his dreams and what winning looks like for him.Quotes“In real estate, everybody looks at the money, everybody looks at the sale, everybody looks at the production, and they think it's easy. Well, the reality is, what are you willing to do every single day? Do you have big goals? Are you willing to receive feedback? If you're willing to be coached, you can actually move mountains.” -Brad Noll [18:34] “I always said when I don't want to get up and go lift on July 1 in the summer and do my workouts, that's when I know it's time for me to quit. Because that's when I know I'm not trying to be good or great anymore. I'm just trying to get through the day. I don't want to do the stuff in the process to make sure I'm ready to play. That's the day when I need to retire. Because that means that I don't love the process. I don't love the grind.” -Dave Simon [21:14]Guest Social LinksInstagram: @bigrig55Timestamps[02:20]  Dave's background in sports and transition to basketball[07:03] Focus on mind and body in professional sports[10:09] Working smarter[11:14] Finding people with similar goals [14:33] The impact of being challenged and coached by others[19:00] Falling in love with the practice [28:45] Dave's definition of winning in basketball and life Noll Team Real EstateSINCE 2003, Noll Team Real Estate HAS BEEN HELPING PEOPLE IN THE FORT WAYNE AREA FIND THE FREEDOM TO LIVE THE LIFESTYLE THEY WANT.DESPITE CHANGING MARKETS AND BUSINESS TACTICS, WE HAVE REMAINED TRUE TO THIS BETTER AND IMPROVED BUSINESS MODEL BY FOCUSING ON BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS AND SERVING OTHERS IN EVERYTHING WE DO.WHATEVER STAGE OF LIFE YOU ARE IN, OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE WISDOM AND TOOLS NECESSARY WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME. WE PUT YOU FIRST TO ENSURE AN ENJOYABLE AND PROFITABLE EXPERIENCE.