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The Shark Effect
by Alex Molden
Welcome to the Shark Effect. The mission of this podcast is to take High Achieving athletes from success in their respective sports to success in life. I’m your host, Alex Molden. I’m an NFL veteran, now I am an author, leadership & personal development coach, and international speaker. In this podcast, you will learn strategies to get unstuck in life and find your influence. You will hear inspirational & value-packed stories from former & current elite-level athletes, successful entrepreneurs, and experts in the field of personal development. My mission is to help former elite-level athletes find their identity and utilize their influence to create a life of impact.
Episodes
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#167: From Backyard Catch to College Scholarships: Navigating Your Child Sports Journey
Get ready to be inspired by the unexpected journey of former NFL player, Alex Molden, as he shares his secrets to raising successful athletes. From his 2 oldest sons who secured athletic scholarships (his 24-year-old son is in the NFL now) to his talented daughters and up-and-coming freshman son,...
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#166: Revolutionizing Athlete Training: Harnessing Technology for Optimal Performance | Eric Korem (Former NFL Strength Coach)
Have you heard these myths about using technology to optimize athlete training? Myth #1: Technology is only for professional athletes. Myth #2: Technology is too expensive for smaller sports programs. Myth #3: Technology takes away from the personal touch of coaching. In this episode, our guest...
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#165: Parent Power Move: Empowering Your Young Athletes for Success
Unleash your inner power and guide your young athlete to victory. As a former NFL veteran, Nike Master Trainer, Leadership & Personal Development Coach, Author, and father of eight, I will be revealing the secrets to harnessing your parental influence and shaping your child's sports journey (no...
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#164: 7 Steps for Growth & Resilience | Sarah Centrella's Inspiring Journey to Personal Growth and Resilience
In the face of heartbreak and despair, Sarah Centrella's life took an unexpected turn. Betrayed by her husband's affair, she found herself with no job, no money, and three young children to care for. But it was in this darkest moment that Sarah discovered an inner strength she never knew existed....
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#163: Rebuilding Trust: How to Help Your Young Athlete Overcome Setbacks
Breaking trust can cause severe damage to relationships, leading to distrust, disappointment, and a lack of safety. The road to recovery can be long and arduous, often necessitating relentless efforts from the person who broke trust, to demonstrate remorse and take responsibility. In this…
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#162: Being okay with others being uncomfortable
In a transformative tale of personal growth, former NFL player turned consultant and author, Alex Molden, shares a powerful story that challenges societal norms. As he engaged in an intense workout at a leadership summit, Alex realized that his unapologetic commitment to his goals might make…
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#161: Unleash Your Inner Podcaster: Fear-Crushing Strategies | Jonathan Jones
Are you tired of letting your fears hold you back from starting your own podcast? Do you want to overcome those fears and finally launch your show? In this episode, our guest Jonathan Jones will reveal the solution to help you conquer your fears and achieve your podcasting goals. Get ready to...
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#160: Speed Training Secrets: A Journey to Success Through Adversity (Rewind)| Les Spellman (world renowned speed coach)
If you're feeling frustrated and defeated because your speed training methods are yielding little to no results, then you are not alone! Despite pouring countless hours into your training, you may find yourself struggling to improve and falling behind your competitors. Instead of experiencing the...
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#159: Navigating Life After Sports: Why Every Athlete Needs a Coach or Mentor | Taj DaShaun
Have you ever heard these myths about post-sports life? Myth #1: You don't need guidance, you'll figure it out on your own. Myth #2: Mentors are only for beginners, not for seasoned individuals. Myth #3: Accountability is unnecessary, you can hold yourself to high standards. In this episode, we...
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#158: The Highest Form of Respect That You Never Heard of: The Role of Accountability in Leadership
Have you ever wondered what the highest form of respect truly is? Well, let me take you on a journey that will challenge your beliefs. As I delved into the depths of leadership, I made a powerful realization that completely shifted my perspective. It involves difficult conversations, confronting...
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#157: Building Connections: The incredible Impact of a Camping Trip | Louis Taylor
Join host Alex Molden and guest Louis Taylor as they delve into the importance of being emotionally neutral and focused in various aspects of life. From their experiences as athletes to their annual father-daughter camping trips, they reveal the key to making good decisions and avoiding mistakes....
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#156: The Hidden Why: Uncover the intriguing depths of your ideas | Peter Ruppe
Discover the power of self-assessment and reflection in the captivating journey of Peter Ruppe, a seasoned executive who found himself at a crossroads. Just when he thought he had it all, an unexpected twist forced him to confront his closed-mindedness and its detrimental impact on his team.…
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#155: 360 degrees | Why having one viewpoint keeps you stuck
Are you a former athlete or someone seeking personal growth? Have you heard these myths: 1) Sticking to your own perspective is the key to success, 2) Listening to others will only confuse you, and 3) Seeking different perspectives is a waste of time? Stay tuned as I dive into the truth behind...
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#154: From construction worker to playing in the Superbowl: A Journey of Transcendence | Jeff Thomason
Do you want to boost your personal growth and increase your chances of success in both sports and professional careers? Well, I have the solution for you. In this episode, we have a special guest, Jeff Thomason, who will be sharing the key attributes and mindset that contribute to achieving this...
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#153: Slaying your Entrepreneurship Dragons | Brad Axelrad
Have you ever heard these myths about entrepreneurship and overcoming fears in business? Myth #1: Entrepreneurs are fearless risk-takers. Myth #2: Success in business means never feeling afraid. Myth #3: Successful entrepreneurs have all their fears completely eliminated. In this episode, our…
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#152: Opening New Doors: Exploring Career Paths through Job Shadowing | Andy Shroeder
Does this sound familiar? You've retired from your elite-level athletic career and now you're trying to figure out what's next. You've been told to simply apply for any job or internship available, hoping that something will click. But the truth is, this approach is leaving you feeling lost and...
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#151: Being proactive in the recruiting process (for athletes) | Scott Petersen & Pete Ozolin
Scott Petersen, Founder and President of Proactive Athletes, brings to the table over 32 years of marketing expertise and a passion for helping student-athletes fulfill their dreams. His mission with Proactive Athletes originated from a personal journey with his son’s athletic recruitment.…
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#150: Odd jobs, painful facts, and finding your path
After having a dream career in the NFL I was stuck trying to figure out what was next in my life. I tried to do what other people thought would be a good fit for my career path. But the first thing I should have done was find out exactly who I was! Ask yourself questions surrounding the impact…
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#149: "Celebrity" warning signs and how to protect yourself
Sometimes I really don't like "celebrities". When we meet, have a conversation, or play golf with a celebrity we can be blinded by their platform and the feeling they gave us from years ago or even yesterday. Don't get me wrong, It's cool to rub elbows with your childhood idols but don't let…
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#148: Why phones are killing athletes potential | Larissa Mills (CEO of the Mental Game Academy)
Larissa Mills is the CEO of The Mental Game Academy, Mental Skills Educator, and Coach, Won For All Affiliate, Equipping Athletes with Mental Skills, Healthy Phone Habits, and EQ to prevent Mental Health Issues and Addictions. Larissa has 30 years of coaching, was a diverse athlete, and has a B.…
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#147: On Carrying a Famous Last Name & Legacy | Jeffrey Jordan
Growing up and navigating the professional world with a famous parent comes with its benefits as well as difficulties. In this episode, Jeffrey Jordan reflects on his upbringing and the challenges of carrying a famous and legendary family name. He shares anecdotes about playing various sports and...
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#146: The business of YOU | Sivonnia "Protector of Athletes" Debarros
Sivonnia DeBarros – the Protector of Athletes®– is a first-generation lawyer and law business owner, a woman in business, and a former track and field Division-I College athlete. DeBarros received her B.S. from the University of South Florida, a M.S. from Everest University, and her Juris…
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#145: Brass knuckles, visualization, and the will to win | Rhonda Rajsich (professional athlete)
You will never hear a story more inspirational than Rhonda Rajsich's story of resilience and the power of the human spirit! Rhonda Rajsich is a professional female athlete and motivational speaker who’s amazing tale of survival and success was built on determination and belief that nothing can…
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#144: Maybe you should give up | Byron Morrison (Best selling author & high performance coach)
Over the last decade, Byron Morrison has helped CEOs and business leaders in 15 different countries to become more effective in their roles. These CEOs came to him feeling overwhelmed by all of the challenges that came with their growth. Between managing a team, keeping stakeholders happy and...
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#143: Conflict Resolution | The most important question you need to ask yourself when it arises
Listen to this crazy interaction that happened while I was with my family watching The Little Mermaid. I break down some of the things that you need to consider when conflict arises. Let's connect: My book (The Ultimate Playbook for High Achievement) LinkedIn IG Facebook website High Achievers...
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#142: The fastest kid on the playground: A parenting guide for raising well balanced athletes
My wife and I often get asked questions about raising our 8 kids. From parent/teacher conferences, sports to play and when to start, when to get serious about your child's sports, navigating bad coaches, and even recruiting questions; we've heard them all. I was recently on the Thriving Family...
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#141: Resourceful Resilience: A Triumph Against the Odds | Tim Gobet
Tim Gobet is an accomplished and dynamic professional with a remarkable career in product management and brand marketing. As a former Product Director at both Nike Inc. and Jordan Brand, Tim consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and keen business acumen. Leading the Nike…
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#140: Leveraging who you are (even if it's unpopular) | Chael Sonnen (Reloaded)
Be sure to rate our show on all Apple podcasts. Also, make sure to follow us on IG at @alexmolden and on LinkedIn @alexmolden. Join our mailing list here. You have been at the top of the mountain. You were an athlete who has done some phenomenal things. You know what it takes to lead and win. But...
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#139: How to leverage your story & personal brand as an athlete | Malcolm Lemmons
My guest this week is Malcolm Lemmons. Malcolm Lemmons is a former professional athlete turned entrepreneur and author. He is the founder of The Hype Is Real, a newsletter providing the latest stories and insights at the intersection of sports and web3. He is also a 2-time author of Lessons from...
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#138: Confessions of a UFC star | Uriah Hall (reloaded)
Before retiring from mixed martial arts Uriah Hall gained fame when he became a fan favorite on The Ultimate Fighter (2013). Since then he had developed his skills to become ranked #4 of middleweight fighters in the world (UFC). He was bullied as a youth when moving from Jamaica to NYC and…
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#137: 5 questions to ask yourself when starting something or somewhere new
Thinking back 27 years ago, the emotions I felt when I was drafted into the NFL and getting my dream job were overwhelming. Knowing what I know now, I would love to share that knowledge to my 22-year-old self - but I know I wouldn't have listened! However, the questions I would ask my 22-year-old...
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#136: Seek truth not warm fuzzy's
Most people get stuck in their personal and even professional life due to being comfortable and not looking for the truth. We need truth-tellers in our life but you have to be able to distinguish who these people are. Do they have the success that you want to have? Do they have the right…
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#135: How to use your personality to get your foot in the door in broadcasting | Marcus Greaves
Marcus Greaves was a running back and a kickoff returner at Oregon State University. In his senior season, he tore his ACL and retired from the game. His focus shifted from success on the field to success in the broadcast booth. After graduation in 2016, he pursued a career in sports…
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#134: What Legoland, Disney, and the Final 4 can teach athletes about NIL
On our kid's spring break, we took the family down to Carlsbad, Ca for some warm weather, family time, and trips to Legoland, Disneyland, and Universal Studios. During our time at these theme parks, I started to notice some of the advertisements. Well, this gave me a chance to drop some knowledge...
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#133: Winning, Losing, Learning, and the beauty of trying something new | Bob Turnquist
Bob Turnquist is a leader and coach committed to building team cultures that inspire people to raise their expectations. A 28-year golf professional, PGA faculty member, state championship golf coach, and now entrepreneur and business owner, Bob has spent his career mentoring athletes and peers...
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#132: 3 Things that we can all learn from the NFL Combine
The NFL Combine (aka. The Underwear Olympics) is a crucial time for many NFL prospects. But the same foundation that has given them success in their college career can lead to their success when testing their athletic ability in a stressful environment. The same goes for us non-professional...
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#131: Entrepreneurship do's and don'ts for athletes | Randall Crowder (Angel investor extraordinaire)
Randall is passionate about new venture creation and the innovative spirit that fuels entrepreneurs and advances technology. As an active investor and entrepreneur, he understands what it takes to successfully launch and grow new businesses. He regularly publishes articles and speaks on...
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#130: The Ego mistake: 8 figures to $8.25 per hour | Marquez Ogden (Former NFL player)
Growing up in a single-parent home with a father that inspired perseverance and fairness, Marques Ogden learned how to define his values and set goals. Marquez attended Howard University from 1998-2002 where he played Division I football. He then followed his dream and his brother Jonathan’s...
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#129: Life is Plan A...your sport is Plan B | Coach Chris Peterson (part II)
This is part II of my interview with legendary football coach and human, Chris Petersen. If you missed part I, you should go back and listen NOW! In this episode we discuss: Tips for parents of athletes Coach "Pete's" view on NIL The pressure of collegiate athletes Relationship pitfalls between...
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#128: Life is Plan A...your sport is Plan B | Coach Chris Petersen (part I)
My guest this week is Coach Chris Petersen (aka. Coach Pete) a former College football head coach (Univ. of Washington Huskies, Boise State Broncos). He is the first two-time winner of the Paul "Bear" Bryant Award, which he won in 2006 and 2009. Petersen also won the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year...
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#127: 5 Steps that can help you achieve something you've never done before
In this episode I give examples both in and out of sport that could possibly help you achieve heights in areas even though you've never been there before. When you want to get somewhere you’ve never been before, there are 5 things I think you need to do: 1. Don’t let pride get in the way. Be…
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#126: Are Intentional A**holes better than Unintentional Angels?
In this episode, I touched on two different scenarios that have happened in my life. One was quite dangerous, and the other was a bad look on one of our kids' character (because he was bored). Unintentional kindness is more dangerous than being an intentional JERK! What was discussed: Character…
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#125: Headcase: A Story of Shock & Denial | Chris K. Jones
Chris K. Jones is an award-winning writer, former competitive athlete, and coach. His experiences in his youth with professional athletes shaped his interest in understanding the minds of athletes. Trying to mimic his heroes, he ignored the messages his body was sending him. After a series of...
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#124: 5 Keys to Strengthening Your Relationships | Avery & Brian Baker
My guests this week are Avery and Brian Baker, a father-and-son duo with a passion for building positive and healthy relationships among families and within organizations. As dynamic motivational speakers and book authors of ‘Love Wins: 5 Keys to Strengthen Your Relationships – A Parent and Child...
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#123: Ability can only take you so far...learn the next step that will take you further
In this episode, you will learn why former student-athletes and elite athletes are so important to folks in high places. Your ability to be mentally strong can pay huge dividends personally and professionally. What was discussed: When everybody is talented you have to become mentally stronger...
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#122: The benefits of doing your homework (on yourself first) | Anthony "Q" Newman
This is a refurbished episode (it aired back in February of 2022). Anthony Q. Newman played 12-years in the NFL (Rams, Saints, & Raiders) and is now a talk show host and radio personality. Before that, he was a highly decorated college football player at the University of Oregon (Go Ducks).…
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#121: 3 keys to keep you from being blindsided
As former elite athletes, so much of what you’ve done on your platform was cheered and sometimes jeered. Your character has been intertwined with your ability in your sport since you were a kid, and once you exited your sport, you were lost. This is where I come in. I work with athletes,...
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#120: A how to guide to becoming a successful entrepreneur
You have been at the top of the mountain. You were an athlete who has done some phenomenal things. You know what it takes to lead and win. But where do you go when it’s time to transition out of the arena and enter into the “real world.” So much of what you’ve done on your platform was cheered…
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#119: Straight up w/no chaser: Wisdom from the Franchise King | Jamie Weeks
Jamie Weeks has been called the culture cultivator. He is a dynamic keynote speaker, author, and boots-on-the-ground executive who is one of today's most inspiring voices in workplace culture. He’s the Executive Chairman and Founder of Honors Holding, the largest franchisee for Orangetheory…
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#118: Starting over: Taking your skillset & rebuilding | Tim Claiborne
Tim is all about the fusion of sports, entrepreneurship, and community impact, with almost 25 years of experience in the sports industry in e-commerce, cause marketing, and event production. This ranges from publicly traded startups, international e-commerce, non-profits, and local small…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Shark Effect. The mission of this podcast is to take High Achieving athletes from success in their respective sports to success in life. I’m your host, Alex Molden. I’m an NFL veteran, now I am an author, leadership & personal development coach, and international speaker. In this podcast, you will learn strategies to get unstuck in life and find your influence. You will hear inspirational & value-packed stories from former & current elite-level athletes, successful entrepreneurs, and experts in the field of personal development. My mission is to help former elite-level athletes find their identity and utilize their influence to create a life of impact.
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