Thanks for joining us for the second installment of our two-part conversation with Stanford graduate, NFL player, and active community member, Michael Thomas. As you learned in part one, Mike is one of the NFL Player Association’s most active players, a two-time NFLPA Community MVP, and an excellent storyteller. We ended on the incredible story of how Mike earned his reputation as one of the best Special Teams players in the NFL and, in today’s episode, we delve into his definition of success as he shares some of the lessons he has learned in his journey as an entrepreneur. Mike also speaks candidly about how his experience of loss has informed his perspective on life and how he was able to channel his grief into his philanthropic work. Tuning in, you’ll discover why Mike believes that consistency is key and how he implements the ‘No Excuses’ philosophy in his household. He also offers insight into the purpose-driven work he does through Camp Mike T and some of the valuable lessons he hopes to impart to the young athletes that he hosts, including the importance of pursuing your passions with great conviction and speaking out against injustice. Mike’s story is a poignant reminder that dreams can come true with hard work, dedication, and taking advantage of opportunities when they arise. We hope you’ll join us!

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Michael Thomas on LinkedIn
Michael Thomas on Twitter
Michael Thomas
No Excuses
Aldine Sports Association
Camp Mike T
Cincinnati Bengals
Ashley Menzies Babatunde
Ashley Menzies Babatunde on Instagram