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The High Performing Student Podcast
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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 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.
18 February 2022
33:22
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 ...
26:39
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-1...
21 December 2021
12:27
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 focu...
49:18
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 b...
30 November 2021
10:27
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. ...
32:28
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 so...
9 November 2021
13:57
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 ri...
46:55
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 mi...
2 November 2021
19:45
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 ...
46:47
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 Whol...
26 October 2021
23:28
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 fam...
21 October 2021
41:15
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...
19 October 2021
22:03
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 ...
40:11
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 Fert...
12 October 2021
17:04
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 co...
21 July 2021
06:48
Hey, I miss our conversations on this podcast. They are coming back very soon... Tune in for a few updates and future plans! - Sam
34:29
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...
34:17
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/...
38:20
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...
09:24
Watch the graduation video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB-pzvaFQTU Thank you so much for your love and support :-)
49:29
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 CE...
4 May 2021
40:23
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 bigg...
31:34
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 CEO...
14 April 2021
14:49
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 acce...
8 April 2021
18:29
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 St...
6 April 2021
15:22
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...
1 April 2021
20:54
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 f...
30 March 2021
12:28
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 reali...
40:08
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 h...
23 March 2021
06:17
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...
18 March 2021
17:18
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 ...
40:15
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...
22:02:45
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 ...
4 March 2021
07:54
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 minicours...
38:31
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 Univ...
25 February 2021
12:31
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. ...
35:53
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 othe...
18 February 2021
51:07
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...
16 February 2021
16:11
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, apprecia...
47:34
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 Educati...
4 February 2021
11:55
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", an...
50:34
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...
22:04:52
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 acros...
53:13
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 t...
14:26
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...
14 January 2021
27:46
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 impassi...
12 January 2021
20:10
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...
7 January 2021
15:49
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.s...
22:25
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 beli...
31 December 2020
22:20
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 Sch...
29 December 2020
12:49
It's been over three months that I've been off social media. My views are changing, and the experiment is teaching me a lot. Tune in for an update on my progress. Want access to the free High Performing Student minicour...
24 December 2020
10:14
Abigail Leu is a 18-year-old first-year business student at Laurier University. She is the CEO and Co-Founder of Accesso Canada which is a national non-for-profit dedicated to making Canada more wheelchair accessible. She lov...
22 December 2020
13:45
How can two people that are going through the same challenge produce totally different results? It's simple; they believed something different about it. This episode might feel like a slap in the face or a gentle reminder...
17 December 2020
05:29
Want to win $500? I've partnered with the Student Life Network to bring you the High Performing Student Scholarship Want access to the free High Performing Student minicourse? ->www.samdemma.com/hps-minicourse
15 December 2020
23:10
Goal setting is a science. Before you put your pen to paper, there are rules to consider. Without following these rules, your goals are merely scribbles on paper. 2021 is coming FAST. Listen to this episode with a pap...
10 December 2020
10:14
From the age of 14 years old, I told my dad I wanted to own a home gym. By the age of 17, I had one, in my basement, and I paid nothing to get it. Listen to this episode to find out how. Want access to the free High Per...
10:40
Over 300 students from six different countries have already completed the FREE program. It includes videos, downloadable PDF’s, exclusive podcast episodes and access to Sam for Q&A. Sign up now below and start becoming ...
17:34
Andrew Santana is currently a Junior at Dinuba High School. He is serving as the 2020-2021 CASL State President. In addition, he serves as the Junior Student Council Activities Commissioner. In this interview, we talk abo...
1 December 2020
15:49
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.s...
26 November 2020
12:47
Leadership has become glamorized and sexy and as a society, we are starting to forget the true meaning of a leader. In this episode, you'll be reminded of the most important character trait you can develop to step into your...
24 November 2020
07:34
The best investment you can ever make is the investment you make in yourself. It doesn't matter if there is a global pandemic going on, if you choose to invest in yourself there will always be benefits. In this episode, w...
19 November 2020
11:38
Every morning I walk for 30-40 minutes. This idea came to me recently and I think you'll enjoy it. After you tune in, send me an email at sam@samdemma.com with the subject line "No more cookies in the pantry" and let me k...
17 November 2020
02:53
You are the perfect person for this secret project. Your help is needed now. No one knows about this yet, and your help would mean the world to me. Listen to hear more :) www.samdemma.com
12 November 2020
23:06
Reya Hanspal is from Sydney, Nova Scotia. She is in her first year at Queen's University, in the bachelor or health sciences program. She has been involved with student leadership since 2016 and is the current president of th...
11 November 2020
24:20
Jodh Toor is a 22 year old marketing agency owner and Schulich School of Business graduate. His school career started rocky- in elementary school he was in ESL despite speaking perfect English due to his fear of speaking. His...
10 November 2020
20:25
Pierce Showe is a 19-year old endurance athlete and host of The Young Entrepreneur Show where he interviews world-class guests across all industries with one thing in common; They have insights to share with the aspiring entr...
10 November 2020
15:13
Jacob Grosberg is a motivational speaker who started a charity fund at the end of 2018 when he lost his father to suicide. Jacob uses his story to inspire change in the world and educate others on the importance of mental hea...
9 November 2020
12:30
The one thing that separates you from everyone else in this world is the thing you often hide from, try to get rid of, or are embarrassed by. People may have told you you're weird because of it, but they're wrong. Being d...
12:41
Anika is the President of the Canadian Association of Business Students (CABS), which is a national organization aimed to develop the leadership of business students across Canada. In this episode we talk about mental health,...
3 November 2020
18:22
Problems are opportunities to grow. When nature is faced with a problem, it adapts, evolves and figures out a way to keep moving forward. Trees grow through fences. Birds becks adapt to their environment. Why aren't y...
23:19
The Varsity Esports Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization established to offer financial assistance to schools and to provide a pipeline for students to reach their potential through esports. We strive to increase literacy a...
27 October 2020
45:08
Tom Corley is the author of the Rich Habits and several other best-selling/award-winning books. His books and my research are known to almost 100 million people in 27 countries around the world. In addition to writing book...
22 October 2020
16:56
You're one decision away from changing your life. These five decisions, if made regularly, will change everything. This was inspiring by Ray Dalio's Principles. It's a MUST read. www.samdemma.com
20 October 2020
09:06
A good friend of mine once told me, "I hope the next two years of your life give you tonnes of struggle, pain and discomfort." I wanted to hit him...lol. We're wired to be comfortable, but it's only through pain that we g...
16 October 2020
13:38
This one piece of advice can help you and millions of students increase your marks and get extensions on your assignments. Be cautious though. You should only use this sparingly, and you must always tell the truth. Lyin...
15 October 2020
26:08
To enter the contest to win a free enrollment into the HPS habit-building program: 1. Leave a podcast review with your name here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/high-performing-student/id1450741018 2. Subscribe to t...
20:59
Get on the exclusive HPS email list: www.samdemma.com/hps A huge shoutout to all the students who were courageous enough to send me their #1 challenge and how they're overcoming it. For the purpose of this episode, I select...
14:02
Since the start of my 365-day social media fast, I have challenged myself every day to learn something new related to high performance. This past week I learned a new framework for goal-setting. The framework is known as ...
1 October 2020
43:15
As a scientist and performance physiologist, Greg has dedicated his career to exploring and researching human limits and making that science understandable and actionable. He served as a tenured Associate Professor of Kinesio...
29 September 2020
17:58
Have you ever labelled yourself an introvert? Have you ever wished you could have long conversations with people twice your age? You're in luck! There are things you can do, and phrases you can use to do just that. Tu...
25 September 2020
13:47
This morning on a live panel, I asked Gary Vee how to balance my drive to succeed with self-care. He told me it's simple...there were a few things he shared that I share in this podcast today. Hope you find this helpful :...
22 September 2020
16:24
This episode is dedicated to a speacial student who emailed me with vulnerability, asking that an episode be made about this topic. Enjoy and get something valuable from it :) www.samdemma.com
17 September 2020
32:23
In this exclusive episode, Sam is being interviewed by two executive members of the CSLA. There are some GOLEN insights in this episode...enjoy. https://www.samdemma.com The Canadian Student Leadership Association is a fede...
15 September 2020
16:41
You may have seen that the day after my birthday, I decided to take 365 days off social media. I logged out of all my accounts, deleted the apps on my iPhone, and removed the bookmarks from my laptop. Bold decision? Sur...
22:42
John Beede is an Everest climber, global adventurer, entrepreneur, author, humanitarian, and keynote speaker. He has climbed the tallest mountain on every continent and survived hurricanes, earthquakes, avalanches, tribal war...
8 September 2020
20:18
One of the most common fears students share with me when I ask is the fear of presenting. If you have this fear...you're not alone. Speaking is the most feared thing in the world, next to death and spiders. By the age o...
26:16
I took a gap year, here is why you should :) This interview was NOTHING short than amazing...not one to miss. Whether you are considering a gap year or not, the insights she shared are SO helpful! For more info: https://www.c...
1 September 2020
17:24
A good friend of mine and mentee, Pierce Showe, and I had a call last week Wednesday, and he seemed a little bit down. After asking him a few diagnostic questions, I began to realize that the root of his negative feelings w...
27 August 2020
31:49
Nayem Alam is a 23 y/o tech enthusiast with a passion for slam poetry and engineering. He holds a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering with a Minor in Software Engineering from McGill University. His hobbies include writing, play...
25 August 2020
11:36
“One of the great ironies of life is this: He or she who serves almost always benefits more than he or she who is served.” - Gordon Hinckle This episode is about the unconventional path to finding purpose. Not a singula...
20 August 2020
22:05:49
Mark Metry is the author of "Screw Being Shy", the host of Humans 2.0 - a global top 100 podcast - and a featured guest on Amazon Prime's, "The Social Movement" docuseries. The crazy part is that he's only 22 years old! Mar...
43:32
We just wrapped up a 7-week training program with 70 students from the Durham Region Youth In Policing program, and the results were amazing. I delivered nearly 14 hours of training for these students and this episode gives...
13 August 2020
06:24
I was recently on the phone with Kent Healy - the co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul - and he taught me about an app that you NEED to download. It will help boost your productivity and organize your life. https://www....
11 August 2020
15:37
Your success in life is proportionate to the number of hard conversations you have. But the more successful you get, the more you will need to say no to requests that pull you away from what you need to do. The issue, how...
6 August 2020
09:00
A student asked me this question on Instagram last week, and I thought the answer might also be valuable to you. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a rating and review on the podcast, it will help me reach more high pe...
4 August 2020
19:27
While researching the benefits of self-development I came across a study from the association of talent and development. The conclusion of their study was that "doing __________ once a week will increase your chance of succ...
30 July 2020
17:43
Something happened earlier this week that pissed me off. It takes lots for me to get upset, and this situation deserved none of my energy, but I found myself angry because it was such a weak scenario. Although, on a posit...
15:06
This has happened to you before. You've wanted to work on something, but because of a long day at work or school, your intentions remained just that, intentions. By the end of your long day, your motivation wore off and y...
15:19
We're doing morning routines all wrong. Who convinced you that you have to run 20 miles, meditate for an hour like a monk or take a freezing cold shower? The point is, if you don't look forward to your morning routine, it...
21 July 2020
16:44
There is a part of your brain that helps you find the people, information and solutions you need to reach your full potential. The catch though is that it only does its job when you take the time to set goals, focus on them...
16 July 2020
14:55
If you want to change someone's perspective or win them to your opinion what you're really trying to do is influence them. In this podcast episode, I share the principle of social proof shared by Malcolm Gladwell in the tip...
14 July 2020
13:56
Had this question asked of me during a virtual keynote presentation and here is what I had to say... www.highperformingstudent.com
17:36
Every two weeks inside the High Performing Student members-only Facebook group I do a live stream to answer questions. Last week, this question was asked by a high school student, "How do I stop being so negative even when ...
5 June 2020
10:58
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
3 June 2020
20:50
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
1 June 2020
21:49
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
18:37
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
27 May 2020
15:56
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
25 May 2020
14:17
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
22 May 2020
19:47
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
20 May 2020
20:34
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I released on the "high performing student" podcast. It consists of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired by, "The...
18 May 2020
19:33
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I will release on the "high performing student" podcast. It will consist of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired ...
15 May 2020
20:10
The Fearless series is the FIRST series that I will release on the "high performing student" podcast. It will consist of 10 BULLETPROOF episodes that help you become a more fearless competitor. This entire series is inspired ...
28:40
Jonathan is the Co-Founder of Wonsulting and Jerry Lee is the head of Strategy and Operations at Google. This interview is all about using or building your network to get your dream job. If you're looking for practical advice...
11 May 2020
16:10
Have you ever had a full-circle moment in your life? When you see the result of all your hard work, when your student becomes the teacher and when you understand why the process all unfolded the way it did? These are some of ...
7 May 2020
15:29
I'm sure you have heard of visualization sometime in your life—the idea of playing out scenarios in your head. When used with repetition and precision, visualization can be one of your most powerful tools. The reason visual...
6 May 2020
14:08
The G.O.A.T athletes, artists, business owners and professionals from all industries were owners. They took ownership of their life, results, and actions. When you become an owner people look at you differently, you command r...
5 May 2020
12:42
Overthinking is paralyzing. It stops you from taking action and getting things done, but even worse, it can cause you to freeze up in the middle of a very important situation. So, how do you free yourself of this pattern? How...
4 May 2020
15:03
"Love what you do, and you will never work a day in your life." We hear this over and over, sometimes to a fault. It becomes a problem when we start to believe that we should love every moment of the process. This mentality ...
1 May 2020
11:12
I've been floating through this quarantine and in fact, looking back, I've floated a lot through my life. I wasn't intentional, I didn't write out plans and goals, I didn't create a vision, and I didn't develop an obsession w...
30 April 2020
11:45
Last week you probably noticed that I launched the high performing student course. I spent 2 months planning and creating the content, website and videos before launching. After I launched, I was really disappointed...to the ...
29 April 2020
08:23
Goal setting is essential to your success. If you listen to this show regularly, you already know this! But, in order to take your goals to the next level you need to start including other people in the process. Tune into thi...
28 April 2020
10:02
Have you ever had an excellent game, performance, test result only to follow it up with a terrible outcome? This cycle happens with a lot of athletes. One simple way to break it is by creating an alter ego. www.highperformi...
27 April 2020
16:08
Aristotle said: “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” If you're anything like me, then you've probably engaged in activities that weren't beneficial so often that it morphed into a ...
24 April 2020
14:49
The thing that stops you from putting yourself out there is the fear of what other people will think. The reality is that nobody cares as much as you think they do, and everyone sucks when they first start. In this video, you...
23 April 2020
15:27
There are hundreds of choices you can make every single day, and it is no less when it comes to your dreams and goals. You know you need to take action, but if you ever wonder what actions are the most beneficial, tune into t...
22 April 2020
15:44
There are two ways to invest in yourself; where you spend your time and where you spend your money. If you don't have lots of money you can still invest in yourself by leveraging your time. Listen to this episode to learn how...
21 April 2020
18:34
Over the past months, I have spent hundreds of hours putting together a course that teaches you everything you need to know to take your life to the next level. Sounds interesting? Click the link below: www.highperformingst...
20 April 2020
22:39
Right now you see so many couples, marriages and relationships falling apart due to COVID. It s the perfect time to take an honest look at your relationship and start laying the foundation for future success. In this episode,...
18:02
One of the quickest ways to grow and improve is to model your behaviour after successful people. But there is a stark difference between modelling and copying. This episode could stop you from doing something you shouldn't be...
13 April 2020
15:23
Do you find yourself easily distracted? D you multi-task and end up getting little to no work completed? If so, this episode will be extremely helpful. www.highperformingstudent.com/sca
10 April 2020
17:40
It's harder now than ever to be yourself because society is always pushing standards upon us—standards around achievement, appearance and actions. Sometimes we give in to these social standards and change a piece of ourselv...
9 April 2020
19:57
Did COVID-19 mess up your plans? Me too! In this episode, I breakdown what happened in my life and what I did about it. This is a HIGHLY practical episode, and you will leave feeling a lot better about your current situation....
7 April 2020
09:12
During the week, have you ever asked yourself, "what should I be doing right now?" If so, this episode will be a gamechanger for you. Uncertainty of action stems from a lack of planning. Here is a bulletproof system to ensure...
6 April 2020
18:08
No one ever taught you how to create a vision, set goals and ultimately get your desired result. Goal setting is like breathing because it keeps our ambition alive. Without goals, you lose your drive. Tune into this episode f...
3 April 2020
15:26
This is the audio of my TEDx talk that I delivered back in 2019. If you want to watch the actually speech on youtube here is the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19sydkboOyU
14:21
Setting the goal is easy, but creating a plan to reach the goal is difficult. Everyone can set the goal, but if you follow the wrong plan, you will never reach it. In this episode, I provide you with an idea that will help yo...
1 April 2020
21:19
Are you in a slump? Do you lack discipline because something happened in your life that is weighing you down? This episode outlines a practical strategy to get back to the routines that brought you success and progress before...
31 March 2020
13:41
Sapphire, thank you for giving me the idea for this episode. Waking up before the sunrise has been a game-changing habit for me. It was difficult at first and often, I hit snooze, but after hearing this gem on my mentor's pod...
30 March 2020
15:59
You have roughly 60 000 thoughts per day. The problem is that you can't stop thinking about something. The solution is not to stop thinking, but rather to control your thoughts. Tune in to this episode to learn how. www.highp...
27 March 2020
20:59
We all get anxious. If you're a human being, you have been worried before. The degree of anxiety experienced varies from person to person, but all of us get anxious at certain times in our lives. So, how do we deal with it? I...
26 March 2020
17:02
In life, our vision is continuously evolving. You might work towards a goal for years and then have to shift your focus because things didn't work out. This was my reality when I stopped playing soccer and started speaking. T...
29:54
This episode is the first interview-based show that I have released. Over the next few months, I will be dripping out more interviews, but they will only include the most AMBITIOUS visionaries in the world, so if you see an i...
24 March 2020
18:28
If you read self-help books you've heard the concept of a morning routine. It's an important part of your life for many reasons. Do you have a morning practice? If not, check out this episode. www.highperformingstudent.com/...
23 March 2020
18:50
You're achieving goals, hitting targets, but you still feel complacent? Why? The question is, 'how can you continue reaching your targets while remaining hungry." This is something I dealt with as a young athlete, and somethi...
20 March 2020
21:32
With everything we choose to do, there is always a reason. When you don't "feel like it," there are also reasons. Some of them are weak, and bullshit and some of them are legit. In this episode, I break down a simple process ...
19 March 2020
20:40
2020 has been a crazy ride so far with the death of Kobe Bryant, the school strikes across Canada, and now the Corona Virus. If you're like me, something this year has forced you to adjust. Something has forced you to go back...
17 March 2020
18:34
Sometimes we need a little reminder to either get back on track or take our game to the next level. These four principles, if practiced every day, will dramatically shift the progress in your life. They're all things that are...
12 March 2020
20:46
Whether you are in business or not, selling is an essential skill. All of us use it every single day to win people over to our way of thinking. You use sales when you convince your teacher to give you an extension on your ass...
10 March 2020
15:02
We need to stop focusing on "purpose" and start focusing on "people." You don't find your purpose in life, you become your purpose, and because you're always changing, your purpose is also continually evolving. If you've ever...
5 March 2020
21:39
Motivation gets you started. Your goals and more importantly, your standards are what keep you going. If you want to level up in your life tune into this episode...you will take away a lot and leave knowing what you must chan...
18:04
Our success in all areas of life depends upon the actions we take every day. Sometimes we know what we need to do, but we find it difficult to follow through. We slip up, dishonour our commitments, and ultimately end up falli...
18:31
This episode is a HUGE shoutout to my amazing girlfriend, Nikki. She makes me so happy, and on March 2nd, it'll be our six month anniversary. She has taught me so much about dealing with other people and effective communicati...
21 February 2020
50:20
In this episode, Sam is being interviewed by the world-renowned business coach and author, Richard Robbins.
12 February 2020
19:27
Everybody has an opinion. Everybody likes to share their opinions. You should listen to all feedback, but only accept what is logical and will help you. This is an episode about giving/receiving feedback and how to navigate t...
7 February 2020
18:57
The entrepreneurial journey is never straight or smooth. It has hundreds of road bumps and mishaps, but there is a formula. There is a common characteristic that is displayed in the lives of every high performer that I believ...
4 February 2020
15:25
The foundation must be strong because everything you build rests on top of it. Sometimes we NEED to break and rebuild the foundation in order to progress and improve. After listening to this episode you should be able to iden...
24 January 2020
15:22
In this decade, the thing that will allow us to separate from the competition is our ability to learn and execute FASTER than everybody else. The internet has made information easily accessible for all, so the only difference...
22 January 2020
20:53
January is one of the most stressful months for high school students. Why? Because university applications are due this month. If you're struggling with your post-secondary school decisions this episode may be able to help yo...
16 January 2020
21:47
"Remember that a person's name is to that person, the sweetest and most important sound in any language.” - Dale Carnegie Calling people by their name is one the simplest, yet most impactful ways to create a fantastic...
14 January 2020
24:33
I was triggered. It was something they said. Something so small, and my reaction stopped me from learning anything from the experience. This episode will be a reality check for some of you..enjoy. www.highperformingstudent.co...
9 January 2020
24:33
A few weeks ago, I made a decision that will alter the path of my life. I made a HUGE decision. It was one of the most difficult decisions I have ever made. But, reflecting back on my decision I realized it was necessary. It ...
7 January 2020
23:20
Self-discipline is the most critical characteristic concerning reaching success or completing any goals. Your ability to create plans and then follow through on those plans is what will allow you to create the life you envisi...
2 January 2020
22:52
When you build a house the most important thing to build first is the foundation. Why? Because if the house is not built on a sound foundation it will fall apart. In our life, we also have a foundation. Our foundation is our ...
30 December 2019
22:57
Back in high school, I had a group of friends that cut me off when I was in grade 11. In the moment, it really hurt and it would have been nice to know that it wasn't serving me before it got to that point. This episode is de...
26 December 2019
19:08
In today's marketplace, the companies that dominate are the companies that move the fastest. They are the companies that generate ideas, and then quickly execute on those ideas. If you want to dominate this new year, you must...
24 December 2019
16:42
Each year millions of people set new years resolutions to better themselves or something in their lives. In this episode, I break down my new year's resolution and suggest a new standard that you could set in your own life to...
20 December 2019
19:21
Throughout high school, I did not fit in. I was different from my peers. So often, I hear students say, "I just want to fit in," but in reality, being different is a good thing. If you ever feel isolated or different from the...
17 December 2019
16:21
In our teens, twenties and thirties, we make some of the most significant decisions of our lives, and what accompanies these decisions is a lot of fear and doubt. What if I make the wrong choice, what if I take the wrong cour...
12 December 2019
20:09
People will always doubt you, ALWAYS. How you respond determines your course of action. Your response is based on what you know you've done in private. Want to deal with people's doubt better, tune in to this episode. www.hig...
5 December 2019
15:29
"Sam, how do we life a life without regrets?" I got this question a few times and I was surprised by it. I think it comes from our need to be perfect or strive to never make a mistake because all a regret really is is a mista...
3 December 2019
23:34
Have you ever heard the phrase that, "you become the average of the five people you spend the most time with." This is something that the famous business philosopher Jim Rohn said before he past away. It is still wildly quote...
28 November 2019
17:28
All a risk really is is a decision that does not have a clear predictable result. Typically the bigger the risk, the bigger the potential reward. In this episode I state my beliefs around taking risks and their importance in ...
26 November 2019
22:27
What if the thing that is stopping you from reaching your full potential is your inability to say "no". Each day we are presented with so many opportunities but more often then not they don't align with our own personal goals...
21 November 2019
19:57
It is so common for young people to believe that they're "too young" to: start a business, start a social project, change their body, create the next big thing or simply excel in life. We are taught to believe that before you...
19 November 2019
17:37
Rejection and failure are both HUGE parts of life yet so many people try and avoid them like the plague. Avoiding them is actually putting you at a disadvantage because by avoiding them you are choosing to miss out on the les...
14 November 2019
16:41
Four years ago I met a man that suggested I read a book during a time of great hardship and turmoil in my life. I didn't understand the lessons in the book because I was to young, but later on in my life this book became a ce...
12 November 2019
22:11
The way we label things literally controls our life. There is no such thing as a positive or negative situation unless we label it so. This episode serves a practical reminder to become conscious of our labels, area of focus ...
7 November 2019
20:30
It is not that you are incapable, it is that you are impatient. Impatience can be a great thing but most people don't use it effectively. But regardless, almost all of you need to be more patient with yourself. The thing you ...
5 November 2019
18:23
In today's society it is easier than ever to compare yourself to other people. Social media gives us access to millions of people's "highlight reels" and forces us to make unnecessary comparisons. Despite what you might think...
3 November 2019
17:37
B - E - A - R A simple matrix to reproach how you can attain a different result. This really grounded me this morning and I hope it does the same for you. www.highperformingstudent.com/sca
31 October 2019
23:12
Motivating is nothing more than giving yourself a reason to act, and focus is nothing more than a tunnel that keeps you on track. The question is how do you remain motivated and focused after the "adrenaline" has worn off? If...
29 October 2019
12:41
Confidence is not something you are born with but rather something that you can cultivate through your everyday actions and living situations. If you struggle with this, tune into this episode. You'll hear me breakdown how yo...
24 October 2019
27:03
I hate the word "shortcut". I don't believe in them and when I hear the word "shortcut" my guard goes up. You're probably feeling the same way while reading the title of this episode which it totally expected, but there is so...
22 October 2019
28:37
Every time I speak at a school, camp, conference or club the students in the audience always ask me, "how do you manage your time with so much going on?". This question has come up hundreds of times so I took the opportunity ...
15 October 2019
21:29
There is nothing worse to waste than time because wasted time is something you can NEVER get back. Knowing that everyone has the same 24 hours in a day it must be understood your success or failure is dependent on how you use...
14 October 2019
19:03
Results are amazing. Results are addicting. Results give you confidence and validate that you are on the right path...but focusing on results will not get you results. Instead, what you must focus on is taking action. www.hig...
10 October 2019
21:45
Your success is directly correlated to the actions that you decide to take each and everyday. Good decisions over time will lead to success, and bad decisions over time will lead to failure. Therefore, your success is depende...
8 October 2019
20:19
So often public speakers, books and podcast tell us what we NEED to do in order to improve our lives and level up, but rarely do these resources tell us what NOT to do. In this episode I break down the 6 biggest mistakes I pe...
3 October 2019
20:19
Sometimes the people in your life will not be supportive of your goals and dreams. This is a reality that is very hard to deal with especially when it is your own parents. Living in a world that is %1000 percent different fro...
3 October 2019
18:38
How can you live a life that excites you if you have nothing that you are aiming for? Without a vision not much in life makes sense. This is precisely why on this episode I break down why you MUST have or create a vision for...
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