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The High Performing Student Podcast
by Sam Demma
You're going to die. Like a food product, you have a personal "best before" date. And before that date, there are memories you want to make, places you want to explore, people you want to meet, and an impact you want to create. The only way to accomplish this before you expire is to reach your full potential. If you're a student that is serious about reaching your potential and living a healthy, happier and more productive life, this show is for you. The High Performing Student Podcast is hosted by entrepreneur, speaker and High-Performance Coach, Sam Demma. Follow along as he shares his personal stories and interviews the world's top performers to bring you actionable tools and strategies to help you become real-world ready.
Episodes
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LaRussell - Rapper, Entrepreneur and Founder of Good Compenny
LaRussell Thomas (Formerly Tota) has been writing rhymes since the second grade. Today, 27-years-old, LaRussell has been working on his craft consistently for over two decades. His love for music and dream of being heard began its realization in 2018 shortly after he released his first project…
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Linden Crainer - Student Leader & Founder of the Coffee with Crainer Show
Linden currently lives in Windsor-Essex, studying Business Administration with a minor in Political Science at the University of Windsor. He first started the Coffee with Crainer Show in April 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Linden started the show to provide today's emerging leaders,...
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What I've Learned From One Month Of Boxing
Attendance and intentional practice are key. Don't let these simple words fool you, because although they sound simple, they are not easy. In fact, it's incredibly easy to do the opposite; be absent and train without focus and purpose. I've been boxing six times per week for the past 45 days and...
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JeVon McCormick - Author, Speaker and Self-Made Multi-Millionaire
JeVon McCormick was born the son of a Black pimp father and a white single mother on welfare. Today, he's the CEO of a multi-million dollar publishing company that was recently ranked the #1 Top Company Culture in America by Entrepreneur Magazine. JeVon was recently named Best CEO in Austin. He's...
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Do you make "to-do-lists"? STOP RIGHT NOW...
You will never look at a to-do list the same after tuning into this episode. After finishing this episode you will never again experience feelings of anxiety and overwhelm when you read over your long list of activities. ---------- Never miss a podcast episode: podcast.samdemma.com Connect with...
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Alvin Brown - Founder and CEO of The Centre for Healing and Peak Performance
Alvin Brown is the CEO and founder of The Centre for Healing and Peak Performance (TCHPP), multidisciplinary wellness and peak performance centre located in Pickering, Ontario, Canada. He is also the founder and CEO of the sought-after Integrated Peak Performance Consulting (IPPC) certification...
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Scared of disappointing others? Listen to this...
Are you scared of disappointing your family, friends, coaches, or yourself? Is there a desire within you that you are not honouring because you think if you do you will disappoint someone? If so, listen to this episode right now. ---------- Never miss a podcast episode: podcast.samdemma.com…
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Carlos Juico - Host of the Jumpers Jump Podcast & Founder of Juicostudios
Carlos Juico is an innovative creative. He creates designer clothing, hosts the podcast, Jumpers Jump, and is best known for his conspiracy theories on youtube and TikTok. Since November 2020, his account gained over 5 million followers and more than 60 million likes. What is less publically…
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"365 days with no alcohol?!"
I recently decided to stop drinking alcohol for an entire year. The decision was made due to my truth. Every time I drink, I feel like crap and know it keeps me from reaching my full potential. Without facing the truth of the situation, this decision wouldn't have been made. Today's episode is…
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Duku Forè - From Refugee to Tech Founder, Entrepreneur and International Speaker
Duku is the Founder of Rich Dreams, a platform that helps individuals to showcase their journey towards their hopes and dreams and connects them with other dreamers. In addition to Rich Dreams, Duku has also founded HnH Wholesalers, a merchandise base supplier to the Hotel and Hospitality…
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How to make difficult decisions
Since the age of 13, I've been making decisions that many people disagree with. I've made decisions that, from the outside looking in, seem insane. These include turning down massive opportunities, moving away from my family to chase my dreams, and dropping out of university. I can confidently…
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Justin Abernethy - Toronto Based Director and Photographer
Justin Abernethy is a Toronto-based director whose body of work balances the meridian between stills and motion. From the first moment he looked through a lens, Justin fell in love with the ability to create a narrative told through imagery within a single frame. After training in photography, he...
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Empty your Backpack (How to deal with the opinions of others)
I believe that you and I walk around and experience life with an invisible backpack strapped to our shoulders. In this bag, we carry our experiences along with the thoughts and opinions that other people give to us. Some good and some bad. The negative opinions and hurtful words become bricks…
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Casey Adams - 21-year-old Serial Entrepreneur and Top 50 Business Podcast Host
Casey Adams is the host of the notable business podcast Rise of The Young. He has interviewed incredible people on his podcasts, such as the broadcasting legend Larry King, the owner of the NBA's Houston Rockets Tilman Fertitta, iconic record executive Rick Ross, legendary author Robert Greene…
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Why I'm giving up for the entire 22nd year of my life...
Hey, it's been a while since we've talked! You're probably wondering where I've been... Well, I'm back. Until September 11th, 2022, I will be releasing episodes every Tuesday and Thursday morning. Some will be solo conversations, and others will feature interviews with some really exciting…
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I'm still here... (Updates + future plans)
Hey, I miss our conversations on this podcast. They are coming back very soon... Tune in for a few updates and future plans! - Sam
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Michael Brovac - From 18 years in a hospital bed to entrepreneur and community leader
Today's guest Michael Brovac is a young and inspiring entrepreneur from Hamilton Ontario Canada. From developing his own online shoe store at age 18 to now carrying his knowledge, wisdom and experience he learned from being hospitalized for 18 years to coach and mentor kids within hospitals…
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Sarah Hernholm - Educator turned Entrepreneur, Founder of WIT
Doing What Ever It Takes. ------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? -> https://www.samdemma.com/high-performing-student-minicourse Submit a question for the next podcast: -> https://www.samdemma.com/ask
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JP Servideo - Youth Motivational Speaker, Best Selling Author, Storyteller
J.P. Servideo has been teaching personal development and financial education to teenagers all over the world since 2013. Through assemblies, multi-day events, online courses and a best selling book (The High Schooler's Guide to Money) he has been able to successfully teach teens the value of…
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[Behind the Scenes] Dear Graduating Class of 2021
Watch the graduation video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB-pzvaFQTU Thank you so much for your love and support :-)
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(Part 2) Brian Levenson - Mental Performance Expert and Executive Coach
Brian Levenson is the founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders. He has been fortunate to work with CEOs, professional athletes and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS…
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Chris Adams - CEO and co-founder of Dreamr®
Chris Adams is a serial entrepreneur with an unshakable belief in the limitless potential of the human spirit. He is the co-founder and CEO of Dreamr®, a technology platform with the mission of making the pursuit of our biggest dreams and aspirations more practical. Chris is also the host of The...
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(Part 1) Brian Levenson - Mental Performance Expert and Executive Coach
Brian Levenson is the founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders. He has been fortunate to work with CEOs, professional athletes and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS…
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The Back Ribs Philosophy
Back Ribs are something we always use to eat as kids at my grandfather's house. I didn't realize it growing up, but looking back he unintentionally taught me something really important in those moments. ---------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse?...
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This is EXACTLY why Kindness is so Underrated...
If you thought of a name: shoot me a message @sam_demma ---------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/high-performing-student-minicourse Want to win $500? I've partnered with the Student Life Network to bring you the High Performing Student Scholarship...
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What you can learn from 50 Cent and Billy Beane
This episode was inspired by the movie, Moneyball. Don't just listen to this concept, live it. It will serve you in your future. --------------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/high-performing-student-minicourse Want to win $500? I've partnered with...
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This concept literally changed my life
This episode is a HUGE reminder. It's about beliefs, social proof, other people and past experiences. Listen to it over and over again until this concept becomes wired into your brain. ------------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse?...
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I keep having this dream...
For the past few weeks/months, I've had this recurring dream that wakes me up and frustrates me. But, I think there was some truth in it. In fact, after sitting down to really think about why this keeps happening, I realized for the past few months, I haven't been challenging myself enough.…
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Michael Caron - Spartan, SEALFit coach & Founder of Get Burly
After circumnavigating the globe via a "Semester at Sea Program", Michael completed Teach For America in Houston, Texas where he also attained a Masters's Degree in Education. Strongly identifying with the struggles and hardships he witnessed through the international relations and global…
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Dear Class of 2021
Last year you may have seen the video we made, "Dear Graduating Class of 2020." Guess what...we are making another one for the class of 2021. Why am I telling you this? Because I want to incorporate your words! If you want to help please: 1. Listen to this exclusive audio. 2. Email me back your...
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3 steps to more inner peace and confidence
In today's episode, we talk about rotten trees, inner peace, gratitude, social media and assumptions. I hope these practical steps give you more self-confidence and peace of mind. .Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/high-performing-student-minicourse…
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Sarah Wells - Olympic Athlete, Speaker and Founder of the Believe Initiative
Obstacles don't scare Sarah Wells. As a 400m hurdler, this Olympian's reputation was forged through overcoming challenges and achieving the incredible. Take her debut at the London Olympics in 2012, which came despite an injury that had her sidelined her for months just the year before. Outside…
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Alan Stein Jr - Speaker & Veteran Basketball Performance Coach
Alan Stein, Jr. is a successful business owner and veteran basketball performance coach, he spent 15 years working with the highest-performing athletes on the planet (including NBA superstars Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, and Kobe Bryant). In his corporate keynote programs and workshops, Alan...
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5 Apps that I use Daily for High Performance
This one is short but full of impactful resources. Hope you learn something new and start integrating some of these actions into your own personal life. ----------- Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/high-performing-student-minicourse Want to win $500?...
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Mike Weaver - From 633 Games in the NHL to Tech Founder
Retired NHL player turned techie. Mike had an extensive hockey career, playing 633 NHL games with the Canadiens, Blues, Canucks, Kings, Thrashers and Panthers. Through his Telecommunications degree from Michigan State University, Mike also achieved a minor in Virtual Reality, Software Development...
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A Wake Up Call (I Needed This!)
You will also be second best to the person you are trying to be like, sound like, look like, sing like, speak like, write like, dance like and copy. The only way to be YOUR best is to be YOU. Stop trying to copy others. Stop trying to be like others. Start being you. This was a wake-up call I…
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Codi Shewan - Professional Speaker, Consultant and Best-Selling Author
Codi Shewan is a professional speaker, trainer, consultant, and in 2020, became the best-selling author of the critically acclaimed, Everyday Legacy: Lessons For Living With Purpose, Right Now. His passion for empowering others to see the best in themselves and to redefine their legacy - from...
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Derek Gaunt - Hostage Negotiator, Trainer and Coach
Derek Gaunt is a lecturer, author of Ego, Authority, Failure©, and trainer with 29 years of law enforcement experience, 20 of which as a team member, leader and then commander of hostage negotiations teams in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. He is a hostage negotiation and incident command...
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How to make someones day in less than 30 seconds
I recently had two crazy experiences with employees of large companies, and the results were nothing short of amazing. I had to share this with you as a reminder of the importance of making people feel seen, heard, appreciated, and valued. I hope you enjoy today's episode. ------- Want access to...
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Dr. Ivan Joseph - TED talk (20M+ views), Speaker, Author and Self-Confidence Expert
Dr. Ivan Joseph is a six-time Coach of the Year recipient and Director of Athletics at Ryerson University. He is a sought-after speaker on developing personal and organizational leadership. He has a BA in Physical Education and Health, an MS in Higher Education Administration and a Ph.D. in…
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How to Acquire a new skill
Skill-building is a science and next week we will be hearing more about it from Ph.D. Dr. Ivan Joseph. He has a TED talk with over 20 million views, and in preparation for our interview I bought his book, "You Got This", and in this episode share with you a little bit about his 3-step process of...
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Thomas Frank - Youtuber, Podcaster, and Founder of the College Info Geek
Thomas Frank is one of the most well-known YouTubers who is passionate about helping people become more capable and productive. He has over 2 million subscribers, and his book, "Ten steps to earning awesome grades" had been downloaded and read by over 300,000 students. He has been creating…
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Hamza Khan - 2-Time TEDx Speaker, Best-Selling Author and Expert on Burnout
Hamza Khan is a multi-award winning marketer & entrepreneur. He's the Managing Director of Student Life Network, Canada's most comprehensive resource hub dedicated to helping and empowering millions of students across the country. He co-founded both Splash Effect, a boutique marketing & creative...
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Jairek Robbins - Performance Coach, Best-Selling Author, International Speaker
Jairek Robbins is one of the worlds leading business and life strategists. He is a Best-Selling author. FastCompany calls him inspiring and says he'll make your life less ordinary. Forbes says Jairek will teach you how to succeed. Deepak Chopra will advise you to go to Jairek to help create…
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Stop letting "no" stop you from your dreams and goals [INSANE story]
Okay..this story is insane. It took 3 months to come full circle and I can't wait for you to hear this. 2021 is the year you stop letting "no" hold you back from taking the actions necessary to reach your goals and dreams. Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse?...
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Hannah Alper - 17-year-old Canadian activist, author, blogger, and motivational speaker
At the age of nine, Hannah launched her blog, Call Me Hannah, to share her growing concern for environmental issues and show that small, everyday actions can lead to big change. Now 17 years old, she has emerged as an impassioned public speaker and author using her voice to motivate and empower...
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How to make money in 2021 as a student
There has never been a better time to learn about investing, and get some skin in the game. You have an abundance of time, and your young age gives you the gift of compound interest working on your side. This episode is a basic overview of investing, the keywords, and some simple principles that...
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10 minute guided meditation
Ever tried meditation? It has been one of the most pivotal habits over the past three years for me. Shoutout to Chris Collins for the Royalty Free music! Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/hps-minicourse Want to win $500? I've partnered with the Student...
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The 6 traits of High Performing Students you must develop in 2021
After hundreds of speeches and conversations with exceptional young people and my own success/failures, I've made an assumption. My assumption is 6 key traits I believe are the DNA of every High Performing Student. I believe these things are responsible for my success, and if you choose to…
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Colin Creighton - First year student at McMaster University
Colin Creighton is a student leader attending McMaster University who is much like a bear but more specifically a panda. Fun, a little lazy, but can eat for hours. Colin talks a lot about his struggles through High School and how he was able to overcome them in today's episode. Enjoy! Want access...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
You're going to die. Like a food product, you have a personal "best before" date. And before that date, there are memories you want to make, places you want to explore, people you want to meet, and an impact you want to create. The only way to accomplish this before you expire is to reach your full potential. If you're a student that is serious about reaching your potential and living a healthy, happier and more productive life, this show is for you. The High Performing Student Podcast is hosted by entrepreneur, speaker and High-Performance Coach, Sam Demma. Follow along as he shares his personal stories and interviews the world's top performers to bring you actionable tools and strategies to help you become real-world ready.
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You're going to die. Like a food product, you have a personal "best before" date. And before that date, there are memories you want to make, places you want to explore, people you want to meet, and an impact you want to create. The only way to accomplish this before you expire is to reach your full...
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