EPISODE · Sep 11, 2025 · 33 MIN
Warren Moon on Leadership, Legacy & Life by Design | LLBD #63
from Live Life By Design with Jeff Mendez
NFL Hall of Famer Warren Moon joins host Jeff Mendez on Live Life by Design for an unforgettable conversation on leadership, overcoming adversity, and building a legacy on and off the field. From transitioning from the CFL to the NFL, to navigating racism and fatherhood while quarterbacking at the highest level, Warren opens up with raw honesty and profound insight.This episode is a masterclass on mindset, emotional intelligence, character, and designing a life of impact. Whether you're a leader in business, sports, or life — you’ll walk away inspired.Key topics:🏈 Transitioning from CFL to NFL🧠 Leadership through EQ and example🔥 Dealing with adversity & doubt🏆 The Hall of Fame journey💼 Life after football & entrepreneurship👨👩👧👦 Work-life harmony & fatherhood✊ Breaking barriers & building legacy📣 Don’t forget to comment and share to help more listeners discover the show!00:00 Welcome Warren Moon – Career intro & episode theme00:50 Transitioning from CFL to NFL – Early challenges02:00 Gaining trust, emotional intelligence, and team dynamics04:00 Leadership as a quarterback & building team connection07:00 Becoming a Hall of Famer at 27 – first in both CFL and NFL08:00 Reputation vs Character – The true meaning of leadership11:00 Navigating team mistrust and the pain of losing seasons14:00 Defining moments in CFL & NFL – resilience under pressure16:00 The current state of the NFL & honoring past trailblazers17:30 Hall of Fame process – the emotional journey & first-ballot selection20:30 Racism in football & being the only African-American QB in the Hall of Fame24:00 Life after football – broadcasting and business ventures28:00 Work-life harmony as an NFL quarterback & father30:30 Warren’s closing advice on living life by design33:00 Final thoughts & wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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NFL Hall of Famer Warren Moon joins host Jeff Mendez on Live Life by Design for an unforgettable conversation on leadership, overcoming adversity, and building a legacy on and off the field. From transitioning from the CFL to the NFL, to navigating racism and fatherhood while quarterbacking at the highest level, Warren opens up with raw honesty and profound insight.This episode is a masterclass on mindset, emotional intelligence, character, and designing a life of impact. Whether you're a leader in business, sports, or life — you’ll walk away inspired.Key topics:🏈 Transitioning from CFL to NFL🧠 Leadership through EQ and example🔥 Dealing with adversity & doubt🏆 The Hall of Fame journey💼 Life after football & entrepreneurship👨👩👧👦 Work-life harmony & fatherhood✊ Breaking barriers & building legacy📣 Don’t forget to comment and share to help more listeners discover the show!00:00 Welcome Warren Moon – Career intro & episode theme00:50 Transitioning from CFL to NFL – Early challenges02:00 Gaining trust, emotional intelligence, and team dynamics04:00 Leadership as a quarterback & building team connection07:00 Becoming a Hall of Famer at 27 – first in both CFL and NFL08:00 Reputation vs Character – The true meaning of leadership11:00 Navigating team mistrust and the pain of losing seasons14:00 Defining moments in CFL & NFL – resilience under pressure16:00 The current state of the NFL & honoring past trailblazers17:30 Hall of Fame process – the emotional journey & first-ballot selection20:30 Racism in football & being the only African-American QB in the Hall of Fame24:00 Life after football – broadcasting and business ventures28:00 Work-life harmony as an NFL quarterback & father30:30 Warren’s closing advice on living life by design33:00 Final thoughts & wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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