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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 39 MIN

Mastering Life's Arena: Leadership Lessons from the Rodeo

from Voice of Growth - Mastering the Mind and Market · host Manny Teran

For 101 years, the Tucson Rodeo has endured wars, recessions, cultural shifts, and technological revolutions — and every February, it rides again.In this episode of The Voice of Growth, Manny Teran breaks down what this century-old tradition can teach us about business, Stoicism, and life. From the chaos of the arena to the discipline of preparation, from falling off the bull to getting back on the horse, the rodeo becomes a powerful metaphor for leadership in volatile times.Using core Stoic principles like the dichotomy of control, memento mori, and amor fati, Manny explores: Why volatility is the default Why failure is part of the ride Why culture must evolve to survive Why courage without wisdom is recklessness And why the crowd’s applause (or criticism) is just noiseThis episode is about grit, adaptability, identity, and celebrating the ride — even when you get thrown.If you’re building something that matters, this one is for you.

For 101 years, the Tucson Rodeo has endured wars, recessions, cultural shifts, and technological revolutions — and every February, it rides again.In this episode of The Voice of Growth, Manny Teran breaks down what this century-old tradition can teach us about business, Stoicism, and life.  From the chaos of the arena to the discipline of preparation, from falling off the bull to getting back on the horse, the rodeo becomes a powerful metaphor for leadership in volatile times. Using core Stoic principles like the dichotomy of control, memento mori, and amor fati, Manny explores: * Why volatility is the default * Why failure is part of the ride * Why culture must evolve to survive * Why courage without wisdom is recklessness * And why the crowd's applause (or criticism) is just noise This episode is about grit, adaptability, identity, and celebrating the ride — even when you get thrown.If you're building something that matters, this one is for you.

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