“I hope this works out…”

You ever caught yourself saying that?

Let’s be real — most high-achievers work hard and prepare well. But deep down, they’re still carrying doubt. And doubt under pressure? It’ll bury you.

That’s why I had to get MLB All-Star, Shane Greene, on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. This dude didn’t just pitch in the Big Leagues — he closed games on the biggest stages, for the game’s most storied franchises. And he lived the mental fight: from underdog to All-Star from overthinking to locked in. From hoping to BELIEVING.

This episode is for every leader, athlete, and executive who's tired of playing scared and is ready to show up ready for every fight they face. If that’s you, lock into this episode.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why hope is NOT a strategy (and what to do instead)
• How to grade yourself under pressure — and stay confident no matter the outcome
• The secret to turning your greatest weakness into your edge
• The power of your words — and how they literally shape your brain and environment

Key Quotes

• “Hope is not a strategy. If I’m on the roof and you ask if I’ll catch you, and I say, ‘hopefully’ — are you going to jump?”
• “If you believe, then there’s no doubt. But if you’re hoping, then you’re doubting.” - Shane Greene
• “Baseball is probably the only sport in the world where you can do everything right and still lose.” - Shane Greene
• “Did I come to compete today? That’s the most important thing.” - Shane Greene
• “Your words are changing your water — and you can also change the water around you with the words that you're speaking.” - Shane Greene

Resources from this Episode

• All Social Media: @Sagreeney
• Shane’s Book Recommendation: Hidden Messages of Water, by Masaru Emoto

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You ever catch yourself saying things like…

“You suck.”
“You’re never gonna get this right.”
“Why even try?”

Now let me ask you this…

• Would you ever say that to your wife?
• To your kids?
• To someone you lead?

No shot. So why are you saying it to yourself?

Let’s call it what it is…

That voice in your head? It’s not keeping it real. It’s you being hostile with yourself. And it’s killing your momentum.

The worst part?

You’ve gotten so used to that self-sabotage, that you don’t even recognize it anymore. But your confidence does. Your clarity does. Your consistency definitely does.

Science confirms it.
Scripture backs it.
And your results? They’re revealing it.

That’s why this week’s 5-Minute Drill on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show is one you can’t afford to miss. I share a quick-hitting, yet simple strategy that will help you…

• Spot the language that’s killing your momentum
• Replace it with truth rooted in Scripture
• Build a habit that rewires your mind and reclaims your edge

So, if you’re done being your own worst enemy, and you’re ready to speak to yourself like the man God designed you to be — then lock into this episode.

Let’s get it!

In this episode, you will hear:

• Why your internal dialogue may be the #1 reason you're stuck, scattered, or self-sabotaging.
• The story of a Major League Baseball player’s self-talk meltdown — and the lesson I taught my sons on the spot.
• What science says about the damaging effects of negative self-talk on your brain, focus, and performance.
• How Proverbs 11:9 and the story of Gideon reveal the spiritual and practical power of your words.
• The biggest myths high-performers believe about “being hard on themselves” — and the trap it creates.
• A 4-step strategy to replace self-destructive language with truth that builds daily momentum.

Key Quotes

• “Whether you realize it or not, your words are either driving your momentum or destroying it.” - J.R.
• “Your negative self-talk doesn’t just sting you. It kills your clarity. It kills your focus. It kills your flow.” - J.R.
• “Don’t confuse beating yourself down with keeping it real.” - J.R.
• “Your words matter. Not just the ones you speak out loud — But the ones on loop in your mind.” - J.R.
• “Momentum is connected to your mouth. So speak life. Speak truth. And let that shift fuel your next win.” - J.R.

Connect with J.R.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
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• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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Episode Credits

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What’s your mindset when the battle chooses YOU?

Do you shrink back and start counting your losses? Or do you stand up, lock in, and fight like hell to WIN — no matter how unfair it feels?

Let’s be real…

Most guys crumble when in battles they didn’t sign up for — cancer, career setbacks, family struggles, you name it. They start seeing defeat as inevitable instead of optional.

That’s why I had to get retired Marine Corps Officer, C-Suite Executive, and battle-tested cancer warrior, Mike Ettore, on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. Hands down, Mike’s story is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and leading a life with legacy in mind.

Mike’s faced real enemies on the battlefield…and now he’s facing one in his own body. But the way he’s handling it is beyond inspiring.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• How to adopt a "World’s Greatest" mindset when facing battles you didn’t choose — and why it could save your life (and leadership).
• Mike’s powerful strategy for mastering internal vs. external friction — and how it can immediately boost your resilience and focus.
• A practical reframe to help you stop shrinking in adversity and start leading yourself and others with unshakable confidence.
• Why building a lasting legacy requires daily, intentional action — and how Mike writes and leads with his "grandchildren’s grandchildren" in mind.
• The secret to balancing leadership and management without losing clarity, impact, or mission focus.
• A life-tested reason why “as goes the leader, so goes the team” — and how your daily example multiplies across generations.

Key Quotes

• “Any single thing that you can do to stack the odds in your favor – even a slight odd increase – do it." - Mike Ettore
• "This cancer may in fact kill me, but I'll never die from it." - Mike Ettore
• "As a leader, you’re either getting better or you're stagnating." - Mike Ettore
• "As goes the leader, so goes the team — always." - Mike Ettore

Connect with Mike

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeettore/
• Website: https://www.fidelisleadership.com/
• Podcast: https://www.fidelisleadership.com/podcast
• Books: https://www.fidelisleadership.com/books

Connect with J.R.

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesJRreid
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesjrreid/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesjrreid/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesJRreid
• Website: jamesreid.com
• Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club (For Men Only)

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Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com. Let them know we sent you.