Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Toby Brooks, PHD, ATC, CSCS, MBA!

Dr. Toby Brooks is a professor, performance coach, and host of the Becoming UnDone podcast. After spending decades studying peak performance — and navigating his own identity unraveling — he now helps high achievers rebuild purpose after sport, career transitions, and personal setbacks. His work blends mindset science, strategic discipline, and powerful storytelling to help individuals stop hiding their scars and start building with them.

In this episode, Dr. Toby Brooks discusses the importance of continued learning, the challenges of athletic identity, and the psychological transitions athletes face after their sports careers.

In addition, Dr. Brooks shares insights from his experiences in academia and athletics, emphasizing the need for purpose and the lessons learned from both success and setbacks.

The conversation also touches on perfectionism in high achievers and the balance between personal and professional life.

Dr. Brooks also shares his experiences in athletic training, the importance of teaching and communication skills, and the evolving role of AI in education.

The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of the host, the host’s affiliated institution, or any associated organizations.

Plenty of Positivity is dedicated to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. The main components are Life, Sport, and Career. For more information, please visit: www.plentyofpositivity.com

Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) JC Glick!

Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) JC Glick serves as COMMIT’s Chief Executive Officer. Glick brings a wealth of experience as a leadership consultant and a deep commitment to supporting veterans in their transition journey. Since transitioning from 20 years of military service in 2015, J.C. has been a founder and partner of two leadership companies and the author of two books, including A Light in the Darkness: Leadership Development for the Unknown. In 2017, he was selected as a TEDX Speaker and delivered Rethinking Leadership at TEDX Hammond. Glick is also an adjunct professor at St. John’s University in Queens, New York.

Over the course of his Army career, Glick spent over seven years in the Ranger regiment, serving in two Ranger Battalions as well as Regimental Headquarters, participating in the Best Ranger Competition twice, and has over seven and a half years of command time with 11 operational and combat deployments to Haiti, Bangladesh, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

Glick holds a master’s in National Security and Strategic Studies from Naval War College. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Rhode Island and is a Liberty Fellow, part of the Aspen Institute.

In this episode, JC Glick shares his journey from military service to leadership, emphasizing the importance of identity, purpose, and community in life transitions.

Discover practical insights on leadership, resilience, and how veterans and others can find fulfillment and contribute meaningfully in their next chapter.

The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of the host, the host’s affiliated institution, or any associated organizations.

Plenty of Positivity is dedicated to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. The main components are Life, Sport, and Career. For more information, please visit: www.plentyofpositivity.com

Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes Ty Gibson!

Ty Gipson is a speaker and mindset advocate whose message is built around one core principle: there are no options when it comes to doing what it takes.

After facing life-altering challenges that forced him to either grow or die, Ty learned firsthand that progress comes from discipline, ownership, and action, not excuses.

Today, he teaches leaders, athletes, and everyday people about his No Options Mindset centered around mental toughness, resilience, and choosing to grow when you have no options.

In this episode, Ty Gibson shares his inspiring journey overcoming multiple health challenges, building successful businesses, and advocating for organ donation, all while maintaining a positive mindset.

Discover practical insights on resilience, entrepreneurship, and the power of storytelling.

The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests on this podcast are solely those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views, positions, or policies of the host, the host’s affiliated institution, or any associated organizations.

Plenty of Positivity is dedicated to building a positive community for a better tomorrow. The main components are Life, Sport, and Career. For more information, please visit: www.plentyofpositivity.com