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  • Proving Myself to Me: The Truth About Motivation

    Proving Myself to Me: The Truth About Motivation
    2026/04/13
    What really drives you?

    In this episode, Tony Reeves breaks down a powerful truth most people overlook—motivation isn’t a straight line. It shifts, evolves, and sometimes starts from places we don’t fully understand.

    Drawing from his own journey—from leaving Pine Bluff to attending the University of Tampa—Tony shares how his initial motivation wasn’t about purpose or planning… it was about proving someone wrong. But once he got there, a deeper question emerged:

    “Now what?”

    What follows is a raw and honest reflection on:
    • How motivation can be both positive and negative
    • Why chasing validation can blind you to better opportunities
    • The difference between getting somewhere and building something there
    • How life’s unexpected opportunities can reshape your purpose
    • Why your motivation must evolve if you want to grow


    This episode is a reminder that the journey doesn’t end when you arrive—it changes.
    If you’ve ever found yourself questioning your direction, your purpose, or your next move… this conversation is for you.

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    20 分
  • Imposter Syndrome Doesn’t Care About Your Success

    Imposter Syndrome Doesn’t Care About Your Success
    2026/04/09
    Even after decades of achievement, imposter syndrome can still show up.

    In this episode, I reflect on a reunion with law school classmates that forced me to confront how I see myself versus how others see me—and why that gap matters.

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    8 分
  • If You’re Still Talking About It… It’s a Hobby

    If You’re Still Talking About It… It’s a Hobby
    2026/04/06
    This episode is personal.
    I take you back to a defining moment in my career—when I thought I was on track to become a partner after years of dedication… only to be told it wasn’t enough.
    What followed were two conversations that changed everything:
    • One that helped me understand the value of my time
    • And another that forced me to make a decision


    A close friend told me something I’ll never forget:
    If we’re still having this conversation months from now… it’s a hobby.
    And my wife gave me the clarity I didn’t know I needed:
    Pick a lane.
    This episode is about:
    • Knowing when you’re wasting time vs. building toward something real
    • The difference between support and motivation
    • Why unclear expectations can cost you years
    • And how the right voices in your life can push you to act


    If you’re at a crossroads—career, business, or life—this one is for you.
    🎯 Key takeaway: You can get money back. You can get opportunities again. You cannot get your time back.This episode is personal.
    I take you back to a defining moment in my career—when I thought I was on track to become a partner after years of dedication… only to be told it wasn’t enough.
    What followed were two conversations that changed everything:
    • One that helped me understand the value of my time
    • And another that forced me to make a decision


    A close friend told me something I’ll never forget:
    If we’re still having this conversation months from now… it’s a hobby.
    And my wife gave me the clarity I didn’t know I needed:
    Pick a lane.
    This episode is about:
    • Knowing when you’re wasting time vs. building toward something real
    • The difference between support and motivation
    • Why unclear expectations can cost you years
    • And how the right voices in your life can push you to act


    If you’re at a crossroads—career, business, or life—this one is for you.
    🎯 Key takeaway: You can get money back. You can get opportunities again. You cannot get your time back.

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-the-know-with-tony-reeves--5596987/support.
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    16 分
  • Black Gen X at PWIs: The Experience No One Talks About

    Black Gen X at PWIs: The Experience No One Talks About
    2026/04/02
    Most people remember A Different World as a celebration of HBCU life.

    But for Black Gen X students attending predominantly white institutions… it meant something very different.

    In this episode, I reflect on my experience entering college in the late ’80s—at a time when being a minority on campus wasn’t just about numbers, it was about navigating an environment that wasn’t built with you in mind.

    We didn’t just go to class. We built community. We created culture. We found ways to belong.

    And along the way, shows like A Different World became more than entertainment—they became a reflection of pieces of our reality.

    This is a perspective you don’t hear often… but one that shaped an entire generation.


    👉 If this resonates with you, follow the podcast for more real-world insights and lived experiences. 👉 For deeper perspectives on navigating systems and adapting to environments, check out my digital guides—link in the description.

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    10 分
  • Shoot for the Moon… But What Happens When You Actually Land?

    Shoot for the Moon… But What Happens When You Actually Land?
    2026/03/30
    What happens when you finally reach the goal you’ve been chasing?

    We’re taught to shoot for the moon—to set big goals, work hard, and push forward no matter what. But no one really talks about what happens when you actually get there.

    In this episode of In The Know with Tony Reeves, I share a personal reflection on my journey to becoming a judge—and the unexpected reality that came with it. Because the truth is, even when you’re doing everything right… there can still be a part of you that never fully believed you’d make it.
    And when you do?

    That’s when the real work begins.
    We’re talking about:
    • Why success can feel surreal—even when you’ve earned it
    • The hidden danger of not preparing for after the goal
    • How imposter syndrome shows up when you least expect it
    • Why you must mentally make space for your own success
    • How to embrace your new reality without losing who you are

    If you’ve ever chased something big—or you’re in the process of getting there—this episode will challenge how you think about success, identity, and what comes next.
    Because sometimes… the hardest part isn’t getting there.
    It’s believing you deserve to stay.

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    12 分
  • Stop Saying “I Know My Worth” — Start Leveraging Your Value

    Stop Saying “I Know My Worth” — Start Leveraging Your Value
    2026/03/26
    Many professionals say the same phrase when they feel disrespected at work:
    “I know my worth.”
    But in professional environments, that statement rarely creates leverage.
    In this episode, I reflect on a resignation letter I wrote nearly 20 years ago and the lesson I didn’t fully understand at the time.
    There is a critical difference between worth and value.
    Worth is personal. Value is measurable.
    Organizations make decisions based on cost-benefit analysis, not emotional statements about personal worth.
    In this conversation, I discuss:
    • Why employers respond to value instead of worth • How professionals weaken their negotiating position without realizing it • The power of quantifying what you bring to the table • Why understanding your value gives you real career leverage
    If you want more control over your career direction, negotiations, and professional positioning, understanding this distinction is essential.



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    10 分
  • When Your Job Becomes Your Therapy… But Doesn’t Heal You

    When Your Job Becomes Your Therapy… But Doesn’t Heal You
    2026/03/23
    There’s a difference between working hard… and hiding in your work.
    In this episode of In The Know with Tony Reeves, I share a deeply personal story from my first job—how I immersed myself in work as a way to cope with a toxic relationship, isolation, and unresolved emotional pain.

    On the surface, it looked like ambition. I was producing. I was being recognized. I was excelling.
    But underneath it all, I was avoiding something I didn’t know how to face.
    In this episode, I break down:
    • Why high performers often use work as a coping mechanism
    • How productivity can mask unresolved trauma
    • The difference between healthy focus and emotional avoidance
    • What happens when success hides the real problem


    If you’ve ever poured yourself into your work during a difficult time… this episode is for you.
    🎧 Listen, reflect, and ask yourself: Am I building something… or am I hiding in it?

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    22 分
  • Why I Joined the Military… And the Truth I Didn’t Realize Until Years Later

    Why I Joined the Military… And the Truth I Didn’t Realize Until Years Later
    2026/03/19
    People often ask me why I joined the military. The truth is the answer changed over time.
    At first it was about leadership and structure. Later it was about security and opportunity.

    But looking back today, I realized something deeper influenced my decision — the examples set by the people I looked up to.

    In this episode I reflect on my military journey and what truly shaped that decision.

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    12 分