Coming Up Clutch with J.R. Helping Pro and Executive Athletes maximize their success and significance

You ever find yourself thinking, "Is this it? Is this all there is?" Your career's in full swing. You're providing. You've checked the boxes. But now…something feels off. The pressure isn't letting up. The fog won't lift. And deep down, you're wondering if you're in the middle of a midlife crisis. I've been there. In my 30s — successful on paper, struggling in my soul. Dad in and out of hospitals....

Ever have that feeling after a win that you're still losing somewhere? Crush your numbers at work, but you're disconnected to your family Train hard and eat clean, but you missed out on the social time with friends. Say yes to one thing, and it feels like you're saying no to something that matters more. That tension? That constant low-key guilt and pressure? It's not a scheduling issue. It's not a...

Ever feel like life just flipped the script on you? One day you're clear, confident, moving with purpose. The next? You're doubting everything… stuck in your own head. Welcome to uncertainty — for many, the great momentum killer. That big decision you can't get clarity on? That opportunity you thought was secure…suddenly isn't. That season of waiting that feels like it's never going to end? Yeah....

Ever feel like you're doing everything right…but something still feels off? Like no matter how hard you work, how much you win, how much you provide—it's never quite enough. You're crushing it professionally…but at home, you're irritable, disconnected, or just numb. If that hits home, you're not crazy. You're not broken. You just might be glitching. 👀 This week on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™...

You ever hit a stretch where everything feels HARD? Like no matter how much you pray… plan…push… Doors stay shut Momentum stalls Progress feels like dragging a boulder uphill Let's call it what it is — FRUSTRATING. And the lies start circling in your head: "You're off course. Maybe you missed it. Maybe you're not called to this." But here's the truth: Hard doesn't mean wrong. It might just mean Go...

What's your mindset when the pressure is ON? Do you freeze? Overthink? Choke?  Or do you get present, dialed-in, and ready for the moment — no matter how big it is? Let's be real… Most guys say they're built for the big moments — but behind the scenes, they're terrified of blowing it. They're obsessed with the OUTCOME, not the OPPORTUNITY. That's why I had to get 2x World Series Champion, Jonny Go...

You ever feel like God's been stripping things away…and you're left wondering what you did wrong? The contract falls through. A friend ghosts you. That "safe" comfort zone? Gone. Your first thought? "What the heck did I do?" But here's the hard truth I had to face: God doesn't prune because you're failing. He prunes because he wants you to be fruitful. That's why in this week's 5-Minute Drill on t...

What do you do when your team is full of talent…but you're still carrying all the weight? You know what I'm talking about — that moment you realize you're the one pushing every conversation forward… ...holding everyone accountable… ...keeping the mission alive. It's exhausting. Let's be real — you're not leading a team. You're dragging one. That's why I'm excited to share the conversation I had wi...

You ever get hit with,"You seem annoyed to be home" (even though you haven't said a word)? This one stings. But let's be real — it's usually true. Not because you're annoyed, but because your emotions are talking — even when you're not. The pressure. The meeting that went sideways. The teammate who threw you under the bus. You didn't leave that stuff at work… You brought it home, like emotional sw...

What's your response when life punches you in the gut? When everything you've built gets ripped away in an instant? When your health is on the line and your future is up in the air? Most people crumble. They get consumed by fear. They ask, "Why me?"   But not this week's guest on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Adel Sayegh didn't just face a billion-dollar betrayal — he was handed a death se...

Asking someone else to hold you accountable is a good thing, right? Well, not exactly. If you're anything like me, you've heard some variation of "Accountability is what separates the elite from the average." So, it seems natural that if you want to win and achieve your goal, you'd approach someone to hold you accountable. I did this for years. But here's the hard truth: If you're relying on other...

What does it really take to gain more freedom in your life without sacrificing success? If you're anything like me, some days it feels impossible to find that balance. You're winning in your career, but your time is being eaten up by the daily grind. Next thing you know, your personal life takes a back seat. This is why I was excited to sit down with acclaimed entrepreneur and business strategist,...

Ever feel like you're running full throttle, but stuck at the same spot? You're pushing hard, grinding daily, checking off the to-do lists, but something just isn't clicking. You're moving, but you're not making the progress you want. That gap between where you are and where you want to be? It's suffocating you. It's got you questioning what you're doing wrong. And let's be real — you might even b...

What's your typical response when life hits you with a setback? …when you feel like you're racking up loss after loss? If you're a normal human being, the response can sometimes be, "I can't win." It's easy to fall into that trap, right? In this week's episode of the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show, I sit down with my man, D'Wayne Louard, to break down exactly how to beat the "I can't win" mental...

How often do you feel like you're constantly on the grind and ending up exhausted? Whether you're an active athlete or an executive athlete like me, you've mastered the hustle. You've an expert at juggling your career, family, health, and everything in between. But here's the thing: if you're not careful, you'll start to sacrifice the things that matter most for success. And eventually, you'll end...

What's your typical response when life paralyzes you? When you feel your pain more than your purpose? For most people - it's the Victim Mentality (aka "Why is this happening to me?"). That's why I'm excited to get on the mic with a guy who knows all about dealing with pain. And the way he's dealing with it is BEYOND INSPIRATIONAL. Today, I have the honor of sitting down with former University of F...

Struggling with setbacks can feel like a constant uphill battle. I've discovered that sometimes the answer lies not in reinventing the wheel, but in turning back to the beliefs, thoughts, and actions that once led me victory. This episode goes against the ever so annoying 'new year, new you' mantra. It's a deep dive into the potency of recognizing when to reset vs. restart. Realignment isn't about...

What's your typical first move when things aren't going your way? …when NOTHING seems to be working?  Here's how most people respond: panic, complain, blame, rage in frustration. If you're reading this and going, "Yep. That's me," trust me, I'm just as guilty as you are. Those responses…or I should say reactions…are a typical human response. But there's a better way, and you and I both know it.  T...

Have you ever wondered why our closest relationships sometimes falter despite our best intentions? This episode takes a hard look at the consequences of taking those we care about for granted and the insidious nature of assumptions. We weave through personal anecdotes and expert insights, highlighting the invisible yet significant impact of acting with intention in maintaining the vitality of our...

"Jesus, take the wheel." No, I'm not admitting I'm a Carrie Underwood fan. I don't know about you, but whenever I hear her song or hear one of my fellow Southern sisters say the phrase, my initial reaction is, "Ha! Easier said than done." Because us highly driven people LOVE us some control, right? We LOVE the driver's seat…calling all the shots. But here's what I've learned - both from my journey...

When your marriage or relationship (or friendship) is operating at its best, what does it look like? How are you feeling? What are you thinking? Believing? How are you acting?  The truth is, you know those answers. But the reality - you're not leveraging them enough in your day-to-day interactions. And when that happens, your relationship has a much better chance to get stale, boring, or worse…non...

Change is tough. In many cases, it takes a whole mess of resilience. But staying resilient is tough, too. Right? What has helped me stay resilient in the face of tough transitions or change - learning how others got through. …seeing what worked and what didn't work for people who endured similar situations. So, I want to pass this strategy on to you.  Today, I'm on the mic with World Series Champi...

How often do you overlook how the negative parts of your day (or career) are affecting your relationships? This is real. Us humans go on autopilot more often than we want to admit. And, in many cases, it's giving all the negativity around us a free runway to wreak havoc on our most important relationships.  In today's 5 Minute Drill, I'm going to share a strategy that's been a game changer for me...

"I'll get to it tomorrow." How easy is it to say that? …especially when you have so much on your plate. Problem is, tomorrow may not come if your plate keeps getting heavier and heavier.  What would life be like without the full plate? What can you do NOW to make sure you're not overloading yourself with all the wrong stuff, pushing you further and further into survival mode? These are important q...

How does it make you feel when you have a much better understanding of something vs. the person or people around you?  If you're anything like me, you feel confident. You may even feel like your leadership got a jolt of fuel. If you're really like me, you want to help those people around you understand at the same level you're at. Bottom line, knowledge is power. You and I both know that. But then...