Does this sound familiar? You've been told that to succeed in sports, you need to solely focus on your physical abilities and technical skills. But here's the painful truth: no matter how hard you train, you're still not seeing the results you desire. The missing piece? Relationships and team culture. In this episode, we'll explore how cultivating strong connections and fostering a positive environment can be the game-changer you've been searching for. Get ready to unlock the true power of relationships and culture in sports teams. The culture in those three clubhouses were all the same. We trusted each other, the ownership, the management, the coaches. We wanted each other to succeed more than we wanted ourselves to succeed. - Ryan Theriot Ryan Theriot, former professional baseball player, joins Shawn French on this episode of The Determined Society to discuss the importance of relationships and culture in sports teams. As a seasoned athlete, Ryan understands firsthand the significance of the environment within a clubhouse. Whether it was his time in St. Louis, San Francisco, or LSU, Ryan highlights the common thread that tied these successful teams together: trust. From players to coaches to management, the foundation of these teams was built on a deep sense of trust and a genuine love for one another's success. Ryan also shares personal anecdotes about his journey, including the sacrifices he made to pursue his dreams and his experience transitioning from sports to the business world. Through it all, Ryan emphasizes the power of visualization, reverse engineering goals, and being prepared for the future. This conversation is a valuable resource for aspiring athletes and individuals seeking success in any field, reminding us all that relationships and culture play a pivotal role in achieving greatness. Unleash your full potential by harnessing the power of mindset and visualization. Foster a winning culture and build strong relationships within your sports team for greater success. Achieve your goals by visualizing success and reinforcing positive thoughts. Develop a clear vision and reverse engineer your journey to achieve success. Overcome limiting beliefs and persistently pursue your goals with unwavering determination. Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:02 - The Importance of Relationships and Culture, Ryan Theriot emphasizes the importance of relationships and culture within a clubhouse or team. He believes that trust and love among players, ownership, management, and coaches are crucial for success. 00:00:59 - Introduction and Background, Shawn French introduces Ryan as a guest who embodies the mental presence of an athlete. He discusses Theriot's successful career, including winning world championships in baseball and a national championship in college. Terrio is also the owner of Traction Performance and HUDCO roofing. 00:02:30 - Ryan Theriot's Mullet Haircut, Theriot shares the story of his mullet haircut and how he shaved it during COVID. He jokes about his appearance and how his wife didn't mind the mullet because it deterred other women from hitting on him. 00:05:04 - LSU Baseball and Current Success, The conversation briefly touches on LSU baseball's current success and the energy within the program. They mention a specific player, Blake Money, who loves the program and predicts LSU's return to the top. 00:07:00 - Visualizing Goals and Making Sacrifices, Theriot discusses the importance of visualizing goals and understanding the sacrifices required to achieve them. He shares how his father supported his baseball dreams but also made him aware of the sacrifices he would have to make. He applies this mindset to other aspects of life, such as business and relationships. 00:14:51 - Overcoming Self-Doubt in Visualization, The guest discusses the difficulty of visualizing success and fighting against subconscious thoughts during the visualization process. He emphasizes the importance