The Secret To Success with CJ, Karl, Jemal & Eric Thomas

Don’t miss your opportunity of a lifetime! Purchase your tickets to the You Owe YOU Virtual Summit by heading to YouOweYouSummit.com! In this episode, the guys discuss taking advantage of opportunities while embracing your disadvantages with awareness and countering those disadvantages with successful actions.  “You gain an advantage once you embrace your disadvantages.” 19:45 - “Respect the proce...

In this episode ET & CJ discuss how to recognize & apply valuable information that will shift your life.  19:15 - “In order to have the independency of a boss, you must accomplish the responsibilities of being a boss.”  23:19 - “Things would be smoother if you could rely on the people you rely on.” Build your team with people you can trust and hold accountable.  33:28 - “Become active in your gift...

In this episode, the guys discuss taking control of developing your character, completing goals you’ve set for yourself, and leaving a legacy for people to follow.  10:30 - “There’s a level of confidence you have when you do things you say you’ll do.” Build consistent momentum in your journey with small wins.  27:20 - “Make sure that your motives are pure in what you do.” Doing things for the righ...

In this episode, the guys compare the mindset between entrepreneur & corporate worker lifestyles.  30:26 - As an entrepreneur, it’s your responsibility to take care of task with great discipline an execution.  34:26 - “Don’t overwork yourself leaving no time for you as an entrepreneur. Make a steady schedule that maximizes free time for your work.” 39:50 “As an entrepreneur, you’ve got to push you...

In the first episode of 2023, the guys discuss overcoming stagnated mindsets. “Nobody should care more about something you are involved in or working towards than you.” 33:38 - Exposure and surroundings are only the beginning of your changing process.  54:30 - Don’t let your fear keep you from operating in the uniqueness God has blessed you with.  56:00 - “You lose when you play it safe.” Take ris...

In this episode, the guys discuss how your life will transform when principles are valued more than feelings. 12:56 - Challenge yourself to operate in your gift from God. Everything that you’ve imagined comes to fruition with  belief an execution.  18:55 - In order to be successful, it’s required to remove feelings from the equation of execution. “It’s ok to feel, but never let it drive your decis...

In this episode, the guys discuss not wasting the gifts God has blessed you with nor time developing them. “A gift is something you receive or didn’t have to work for.” 2:02 - 17:01 - Catching up With Jemal and Karl from their recent episode absences.  25:30 - “Your gift will provide everything you set out to accomplish.” 32:10 - “Get on the same page with God by being in alignment with him and hi...

In this episode, Jeremy Anderson & Inky Johnson discuss the importance of family, the power of brotherhood, marriage, and successful careers.   7:45 - “Become a student of your own presentations.” There’s always room for improvement in our actions.  9:55 - “When you become comfortable telling your story, you’ll set other people free.” Transparency is  the key to successfully helping others.  45:45...

In this episode, Jeremy shares his perspectives on overcoming trials and tribulations, staying disciplined to achieve the final goal, and how he was able to turn his life around by walking with God. 13:45 - Do you prefer riding in Uber or Lyft?  18:35 - Origin of Jeremy’s story.   30:42 - “Don’t be conceited in your own sin.” Your shortcomings are never shameful to God. He can and will use your si...

In this episode, alongside family guest Mike Foguth, the discussion centers around  new ways to think about money, leadership, & opportunities. 10:20 - Tips on how to get started building financial freedom. There needs to be a process in place to prepare for what you intend to spend.  Transitional Thought Principles For Money 1) Short term - Your daily budget. This includes the next 30-120 days of...

In this Thanksgiving episode, the guys share what they’re thankful for this year.  4:20 - “If you have a bad day, that will not’s not going to change your life. A bad habit changes your life.” Eat responsibly! 11:30 - ET shares what he’s thankful for.  19:35 - Jemal shares what he’s thankful for.  22:35 - CJ shares what he’s grateful for.  27:53 - Karl shares what he’s thankful for. 32:02 - Darryl...

In this episode, the guys discuss solving problems in life with a positive outlook, utilizing principles you’ve used for success in other areas of your life, and focusing on the positive results associated with a solution mindset.  19:30 - Having a losing perspective will stagnate your life. Storms won’t last forever; however, there’s an opportunity to learn something in every storm. 34:45 - Quitt...

In this episode, the guys discuss not waiting for the “right time” to take action in pursuing success.  28:12 - “Consistency builds strength.” The same level of difficulty in the beginning of your endeavor, becomes more easy with consistency.  37:45 - “Align your mindset to the industry you’re in.” Study the process of what makes people successful in your niche. 43:57 - “If you’re not going to lif...

In this “live from Jamaica” episode, the guys discuss how vital it is to be exposed to life-changing information and environments, staying focused on the goal, the importance of persistence in your pursuit of excellence.  13:09 - What are you investing for? Is it to be a burden or blessing to somebody? 14:45 - “Exposure can change the way you view money.” Is your source of information contributing...

In this episode, the guys continue speaking on how to maneuver through cultural norms, along with providing the formula for obtaining success in your life. 18:20 - Learn your craft to the fullest. Faking your status stagnates your actual growth.  26:10 - What cultural norms are stopping you from growing?  35:21 - CJ explains how giving up what you want in the short term is vital for long-term succ...

In this episode, the guys discuss knowing your value & when to charge for your service or product and share principles that will help you earn your financial freedom. Don’t miss your opportunity to leverage.  12:25 - “Don’t charge because people are charging. Make sure you have something that’s worth it an sustainable first.” 16:08 - “Provide value where there’s not.” Seek opportunities where you...

In this episode, ET & Cj reflect on the journey & principles they’ve executed to become a New York Times Best Selling Author. 15:59 - “You’ll become successful when you keep the main thing the true focus. Focus on what you truly want to do and accomplish.” 33:02 - “Execute the vision you set for yourself.” Don’t become distracted by what’s going on around you.  42:13 - As a leader, ensure the peop...

The tendency to look at success while overlooking and understanding what it took to get there can be great at times. In this episode, ET & Cj break down ET’s journey through applying systems and principles.  4:03 - “Never let a good crisis go to waste.” Look for positive perspectives in situations deemed unfavorable.  20:00 - Discussion of the origin of  You Owe You.   23:36 - “Don’t ask someone t...

Picking it up where they left off last week, the guys discuss the necessity of developing patience, the value of helping people in practical ways, and putting forth the type of effort that allows you to obtain things in life for yourself.  “One man’s obedience, disobedience, and health are connected to others people's destinies.” 10:15 - Are you healthy enough emotionally, spiritually, and financi...

Being in the environment along with a successful culture is important for success. In this episode, the guys discuss how those settings should shift your mindset first before behavior can be affected. “Look in the mirror and demand accountability from yourself!” 10:04 - You Owe You Introduction.  24:39 - “Develop victory in your niche to be able to help others gain victory.” 27:03 - “Success can b...

In this episode, the guys discuss the difference between earning, creating, elevating, and “giving” opportunities in your field of interest. The Secret To Success Mindset is also unveiled to being prepared to achieve & sustain success 8:33 - “Stay ready so that when an opportunity comes, you can kill it.” - Jemal 14:05 - “There are opportunities within the opportunity.” Look for ways to improve &...

In this episode, Mark Edmond, Charles Alexander & Jemel Lewis from the Black Bread Company share the story behind creating the first black-owned bread company amidst a global pandemic.  “If a dream has been placed in your heart, You Owe You to see that dream to fruition!” Preorder your copy today! https://etinspires.com/you-owe-you  8:25 - How the Black Bread Company turned an idea into conception...

Adversity will strike us all at some point in our lives. A productive mindset will prepare us to be steadfast during “troubled” times. Listen closely as the guys share their testimonies and insights on the blessings adversity can bring. 26:45 - “If you can only win during the happy and good times, it’ll be hard to win when adversity strikes.”  27:25 - “Growth is the biggest separator of change.” 3...

Everyone wants to be successful until it’s time to navigate unknown and uncomfortable transitions. In this episode, the guys discuss how you can identify lessons, strengths, and resources that’ll help you break out of familiar patterns.  10:20 - “Keep pushing through the anxiety of the unknown.” 26:45 - What process have you tried your way that hasn’t yielded the desired results? Have you tried so...

Having, obtaining, and keeping leverage can promote you to new heights an experiences in your life. Listen closely as the guys discuss what true leverage is, how to work it successfully, and how to maintain it for the rest of your life.  “If a dream has been placed in your heart, You Owe You to see that dream to fruition!” Preorder your copy today! https://etinspires.com/you-owe-you  11:45 - “As y...