Work On Your Game: Mental Toughness, Confidence & Discipline From A Professional Basketball Athlete

This is part two of my four-part series on street smarts—what, why, and how. In this episode, I talk about three important skills: reading people (understanding who they really are, not just how they want to be seen), building relationships (knowing people from all areas of life so you always have someone to call when you need help), and resilience (staying strong and learning to push through challenges). Come back tomorrow for part three, where we’ll go even deeper into building your street smarts. Show Notes: [02:22]#4 Reading people. [09:36]#5 Building relationships. [18:24]#6 Resilience. [22:02]Recap Episodes Mentioned 1431: Discernment: Your Skill Of Perception And Judgement Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day:

We’re on part three of my street smarts series: the what, why, and how. Today, I’m talking about three big skills. First, recognizing opportunities—they’re always around, but you have to take action to grab them. Second, independence—handling things on your own makes you stronger and even draws more support your way. And third, instincts—listening to your gut by shutting out distractions and finding what helps you connect with yourself, like working out, meditating, or just taking a quiet walk. Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode—the final part of this series! Show Notes: [02:14]#7 Recognizing opportunity.  [09:12]#8 Independence. [16:11]#9 Instincts. [22:14]Recap Episodes Mentioned 1217: My Virtual Mentors, Vol 5: Michael Jordan 1448: How To Reconnect With Your Instincts & Gut Feelings 1003: How To Prepare Yourself To Play “Off Of Instinct” Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity

In this masterclass, I’m talking about street smarts—a topic I’ve never covered before, thanks to a suggestion from someone who caught one of my live streams. Street smarts are all about using common sense, being aware of your surroundings, and handling real-world situations in a smart way. This is part one of a four-part series, where I’ll share 12 skills to help you build and sharpen your street smarts. Show Notes: [03:54]#1 Situational awareness. [10:18]#2 Resourcefulness. [18:46]#3 Negotiation.  [22:46]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http://www.MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible Get The Free Books: The Third Day: http://ThirdDayBook.com  The Mirro

This is part two of why mainstream media is dying. If you missed yesterday’s episode, go back and listen so you can get the full picture. Today, I’m diving into how the media no longer controls the story—they’ve lost their power. Now, independent platforms are leading the way, and people are embracing unpolished content thanks to smartphones and social media. Plus, I talk about how advertisers, especially pharmaceutical companies, are calling the shots in mainstream media. Let’s get into it. Show Notes: [02:23]#4 Mainstream is used to shaping the story and having a populace in their pockets, but now people can easily double-check the information.  [11:35]#5 Independent platforms do not have a mandate as to what to say or what slant to take.  [25:35]#6 Smartphones and social media have made unpolished production cool. [28:46]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Spo

In this class, I’m talking about why the mainstream media is dying. I first brought this up during one of my live streams—by the way, I go live at 8 AM Eastern, Monday through Friday, on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more. This show is where I put my thoughts on the record, so if you ever wonder if I’ve talked about a topic, you’ll probably find it here. I’ll break down why the media is losing its influence and what it means for all of us. Let’s get into it. Show Notes: [04:18]#1 Social media influenced the mainstream to play a different game. [12:21]#2 The Mainstream Media lost their game.  [19:13]#3 Five stages of grief-denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. The mainstream media is only on stage two. [27:51]Recap Episodes Mentioned 3129: How Journalism Destroyed Itself [Part 1 of 3] 3130: How Journalism Destroyed Itself [Part 2 of 3] 3131: How Journalism Destroyed Itself [Part 3 of 3] Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/T

In this class, I’m talking about "Who over How." This idea came to me while I was trying to figure out some software that could help my business. I quickly realized that spending hours learning how to set it up wasn’t the best use of my time. Instead, I needed to find someone who’s good at that stuff and let them handle it. The lesson? Focus on what you’re great at and find the right people to handle the rest. Let’s break it down. Show Notes: [04:43]#1 Know what you do best and focus on doing that and only that.  [12:43]#2 There is someone out there who can do everything else that needs to be done that are not your areas of expertise. [19:45]#3 Know what you do best. [26:03]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: htt

In this class, I’m talking to anyone who presents to an audience—whether you’re a speaker, teacher, lawyer, or student. The message is simple: don’t try to be “too smart” for your audience. I explain what that means and how trying to sound impressive can actually hurt your ability to connect and communicate. My job is to share knowledge in a way you can use, and I want to make sure you can do the same when it’s your turn to share your message. Let’s get into it. Show Notes: [07:06]#1 Many people have a bad habit of trying to prove to everyone else how smart you are, and this is done incorrectly.  [14:27]#2 College degree holders are the most susceptible to this bad habit and you are the most guilty of executing on this bad habit.  [19:43]#3 My superpower is my ability to take a complex topic, break it down, and make it simple enough for a fifth grader to understand it.  [25:29]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 1738: Brevity: The Skill Of Making Your Point Without Talking TOO MUCH Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwi

In part two of this series, we focus on the key things that separate the average from the exceptional. First, you need to master your time—your 24 hours should be by design, not by default. Next, become a master communicator, both in speaking and listening, so you can effectively get your point across. Lastly, relentless discipline is the foundation of success, from showing up on time to consistently performing at your best. Let’s break down how these habits can set you apart from the average. Show Notes: [02:24]#4 Time mastery.  [13:57]#5 Become a master communicator.  [20:04]#6 Relentless discipline. [24:29]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http:/

In this class, I talk about quitting—not the smart kind, but the kind where you give up even though you still want the outcome. This type of quitting can become a habit, and if you keep doing it, your mind starts to think it’s okay to walk away when things get tough. I’ll explain why we don’t want to let this kind of quitting take over and how to keep pushing forward, even when it feels hard. Show Notes: [03:38]#1 Life is being made easier and easier for all of humanity, which means it's easier to start, access and try things than it ever was before.  [11:31]#2 There are several reasons why you should quit. Because sometimes you're just in a place where you should not be.  [17:46]#3 Most people lack resilience, determination, and persistence .Opportunity lies in possessing these traits. [20:15]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: h

Do you want to be average or stand out? In this episode, I talk about the steps you can take to separate yourself from the masses and perform at a higher level. Whether you're already above average or aiming to improve, I’ll show you what you can do to avoid the pull of the “average” and keep leveling up. Let’s dive into how to make sure you’re moving forward, not stuck in the middle. Show Notes: [03:23]#1 Show up early. [15:29]#2 Stick to something once you have begun doing it, actually follow through on things that you start. [19:51]#3 Stop changing your mind and jumping from one thing to the next and instead lock in and focus.  [22:23Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The

We all talk about “trying our best,” but are we actually doing it? In this episode, I break down what it truly means to give your best effort and how to hold yourself accountable. You’ll learn how to recognize if you’re really pushing yourself or just going through the motions. Let’s get clear on what trying your best looks and feels like. Show Notes: [02:53]#1 Determine what your best looks like. [13:10]#2 Stop seeking comfort to achieve your best. [17:23]#3 Understand that when you do try your best, you often get exactly what you are angling for. [22:17]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http://www.MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible Get The Free Books:

Today, we’re talking about how to argue. Arguing isn’t just about jumping in and yelling your opinion—it’s about sharing your reasons and backing them up with evidence to make your point clear. I’ll teach you how to do it right, so people understand where you’re coming from, even if they don’t agree. You won’t always win, but you’ll know how to stand your ground and make sense. Let’s get into it. Show Notes: [04:46]#1 What Is the goal? [09:13]#2 Learn to seed ground and use the Steel man approach. [21:15]#3 Make fewer solid points over many weaker points. [29:37]Recap Episodes Mentioned 1612: How To Formulate & Present A Logical Argument 1529: How To Talk To People With Whom You Disagree 1098: Why You Need To Converse With Those Who Disagree With You 3023: Why You Should Follow & Listen to People Who You Disagree With 2815: Requirements For Intelligent Disagreement 1927: The Steel Man Mentality 1058: Limiting Your Associations: 3 Levels Of People Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.30

In the final part of our three-part series, we break down "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and its connection to cognitive dissonance. What happens when beliefs clash with reality? Most people avoid the hard truth—the red pill—because it challenges their intellect and ego, opting instead for the comfort of the blue pill. We also discuss how access to endless, out-of-context information has made society more divided and ignorant. The question is: will you face reality or stick to what feels safe? The choice is yours. Show Notes: [02:46]#8 When Trump wins another election people experience this cognitive dissonance of their beliefs clashing with reality. [10:26]#9 Most people live their entire lives taking the blue pill rather than the red pill.  [20:11]#10 The world we live in now, where we can access information anywhere at any time, was supposed to make us smarter and more informed, but it's actually made us dumber, more divided, and people have dug into their own belief systems.  [24:02]Recap Next Steps:

In part two of this series on Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS), I break down where it comes from and why it happens. The key idea is cognitive dissonance—when beliefs clash with reality, how do you respond? Most people avoid challenging their beliefs because their ego is tied to being "right." Highly educated individuals are especially vulnerable to this because they often believe their credentials make them immune to being wrong. Stay open-minded and willing to question what you think you know. Show Notes: [02:26]#5 What do we do in the moment when our beliefs clash with reality? [06:17]#6 Challenge your beliefs.  [20:47]#7 Here's the problem: Most people aren't critical thinkers.  [32:53]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 2337: Eat The Meat, Spit Out The Bones Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s

Today, I’m talking about Trump Derangement Syndrome. Maybe you’ve heard the phrase before, or maybe this is your first time hearing it, but you probably get what it means right away. I’ve touched on this topic a lot during my live streams, but I wanted to record it here so it’s on the official record. This platform is where I share my thoughts clearly and completely, without distractions. Let’s get into it. Show Notes: [04:46]#1 TDS is actually cognitive dissonance as the tension that occurs when reality and your beliefs come into conflict.  [16:30]#2 First belief: Trump is a bad, unqualified person. [18:52]#3 Second belief: Most people are smart, logical, and morally upstanding. [24:37]#4 Third belief: There's no way the majority could vote for Trump. [26:57]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME 

In this first masterclass of 2025, I'm going to give you six things that you want to have in place for the year so that you can be fully regimented. I'm also going to explain why being fully regimented will benefit you. Let's get to it. Show Notes: [03:28]#1 Schedule out your life [07:38]#2 Fast and now [13:20]#3 Eliminate time leakage [21:05]#4 Reestablish boundaries [28:51]#5 If it had to happen now, how would it happen? [34:43]#6 Wasted time equals wasted life. [36:25]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http://www.MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible Get The Free Books: The Third Day: http://ThirdDayBook.com  The Mirror Of Motivation: http://MirrorOfM

In this masterclass, I’m wrapping up part two of our mini-series on what preparation looks like. These ideas came from sales training I did for teams who sell every day. Yesterday, I shared points one through four, and today, I’m picking up from there.  Let’s get into the rest. Show Notes: [02:49]#5 Watch and master your CRM. [07:47]#6 Respect the clock.   [14:27]#7 Master your follow-up system. [18:29]#8 Continually invest in confidence. [22:16]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1 by Athletic Greens: http://drinkAG1.com/WORKONYOURGAME  Get Dre’s Emails FREE:  Http://WorkOnMyGame.com  Free Audiobooks:  The Third Day: http://www.ThirdDayBook.com/audible The Mirror Of Motivation: http://www.MirrorOfMotivation.com/audible Get The Free Books: The Third Day: http://ThirdDayBook.com  The Mirror Of Motivation: http://MirrorOfMotivation.com The Overseas B

In this masterclass, I’m talking about what preparation looks like. This question came up during sales training sessions I’ve done, and it applies to anyone in sales—or anyone who’s selling something, even if it’s just yourself. Since we’re all in sales in one way or another, this will help everybody.  Today, I’ll share four points, and I’ll cover the rest in the next episode. Let’s get started. Show Notes: [04:11]#1 What is the goal? [10:10]#2 Knowing your offerings or your products or your services, whatever they happen to be, inside and out.  [17:05]#3 Know your clients and know your opposition better than either knows themselves. [19:31]#4 Anticipate challenges.  [24:00]Recap Episodes mentioned: 3102: Give Advice ONLY If... 2956:The Different Ways To "Do Your Homework" [Part 1 of 3] 2957:The Different Ways To "Do Your Homework" [Part 2 of 3] 2958:The Different Ways To "Do Your Homework" [Part 3 of 3] 1925: Do Your Homework! Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go

In part two of this series on why college is a scam, I break down a few more key issues. First, not all degrees are equal, and simply having one doesn’t always put you in a better position. Then, I talk about credential inflation—how companies started requiring more advanced degrees while colleges and banks profited by charging more and giving out more loans. Finally, I discuss how degrees used to mean a lot, but that’s not the case anymore, even though many people still hold onto outdated beliefs. It’s important to understand where others' beliefs come from to avoid being misled. Show Notes: [02:39]#4 People have bad ideas of what a degree means because they are not all created equal.  [20:07]#5 The credential inflation. [28:52]#6 Degrees meant a lot between 1970 and 2000, but that’s not the case anymore. [33:11]Recap Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game University: http://www.WorkOnYourGameUniversity.com  Sponsor: AG1

In part three of this series on why college is a scam, I focus on three key points. First, college courses often teach theory but lack practical skills—you don’t truly know something until you’ve done it and can teach it. Second, the money you’re borrowing is funding those beautiful campuses, not necessarily your education. Finally, some careers like medicine, law, or engineering need a degree, but for many others, relationships and real-world experience matter more than grades. Think carefully about what you need before committing to college. Show Notes: [02:10]#7 College courses teach theory and information, not practical skills.  [16:44]#8 The high cost of tuition pays for campus amenities and staff salaries. [24:58]#9 Some careers need degrees, but many don’t. [28:25]Recap Episodes Mentioned: 1826: How To Be A Critical Thinker [1/2] 1827: How To Be A Critical Thinker [2/2] Next Steps: Text Dre Baldwin: Text Dre at 1.305.384.6894 (or go to http://www.DreAllDay.com/Text) Work On Your Game Unive