The Power of Connecting and Tasking Risk to Become the Best Version of Your Self with Ronnie Reed Jr.

Mike's Mentors Episode 10: Ronnie Reed Jr shares the importance of being hungry and humble while working hard to accomplish one's dreams.

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Name: Ronnie Reed Jr.?? Current Town: Bronx, NY

Professional: Athletic Coach & Sports and Youth Development Professional

What is one of your first memories that taught you something about the world??

• One of the first memories that taught me about this world is that life is not fair, and there are levels that must be completed in order to move up the ladder to success.?

What is one experience that challenged a belief and transformed your viewpoint?

• One experience that challenged a belief and transformed my viewpoint is making the right connections. I've always had tunnel vision, and it wasn't until my late twenties that I realized that I needed to network and put myself out there to take risks in order?to be the best version of myself.

What is one identity or belief that you have that people might not know, and how does it show up in your life?

• One thing most people don't know about me is that I'm really competitive and I'm also a team player. Everyone has something to contribute to the team in order for the team to succeed.

What are the three values that you bring into each space you occupy?

• In each space I occupy, I bring with me these three values:
• Respect Yourself and Others
• Work Hard
• Be Hungry and Humble

Who is a mentor who has shaped or guided your journey?

• I've had a lot of mentors who changed my life, but the one mentor who has been very impactful is Mr. Clifford L Marshall II.

What is a dream or goal that you have? Could you let me know what you did today to achieve steps towards that?

• My dream is to have a career in sports and medicine. Since working as a sports manager and coach, I've also been offered the opportunity to work for Blink Fitness and study to become a certified personal trainer.

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