Join us as we sit down with Fleceia Comeaux to discuss her remarkable journey and the inspiration behind her decision to walk away from professional basketball. With a strong mindset and unwavering faith, Fleceia shares her story of self-discovery and the motivation that drove her to pursue a new path.

Through her faith journey, she found a true calling that brought her a sense of purpose and fulfillment. This powerful conversation is a testament to the human spirit and a reminder that sometimes, taking a leap of faith can lead to a more meaningful and inspiring life. With her courageous story, Fleceia aims to inspire and motivate others to reflect on their own values and aspirations, and to trust their instincts as they navigate life's challenges. Her story is a shining example of how a strong mindset and faith can lead to a more purposeful and inspiring life, and we are honored to share it with you.

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He turned down the Naval Academy as a teenager, got cut from his high school varsity, and still found his way to become a Division I basketball player and 34-year career in the United States Army retiring as a Major General. That arc is why Cedric Wins’ klimb story is so impactful: it’s not a highlight reel, it’s a blueprint for resilience, leadership under pressure, and doing the right thing when it costs you.

We talk about how winning habits get built early, why the Virginia Military Institute “chose him” more than he chose it, and how service finally started to click for him once he realized the similarities between the military and organized sports. Cedric shares a mistake from his early officer days that would shape his leadership philosophy: mission success means nothing if you fail to support the people you're leading. If you manage a team, lead a classroom, or run a business, you’ll recognize that moment instantly.

We also discuss the lessons he learned in crisis leadership at VMI during COVID-19 and intense public scrutiny. The General breaks down what leaders actually do when an institution’s culture and reputation are on the line: assess the climate, clarify mission and values, rebuild trust, and listen better than you speak. We also get into his core non-negotiables: integrity, character, and the courage to choose “the hard right” over “the easy wrong.” You’ll leave with practical leadership lessons, a sharper sense of what grit really means, and a reminder that the extra mile stays uncrowded for a reason.

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One pivot can decide the next 30 years of your life. I sit down with Bruce K. Rosenblum, a former baseball standout who thought he was headed for the majors until reality hit in college and forced a hard, early reinvention. What follows is a story about setbacks, identity, and how you keep moving when the dream you trained for is no longer on the table.

Bruce takes us from his childhood dreams of playing for his hometown LA Dodgers to the moment he realized he wouldn't reach the major leagues. From there, we trace how he broke into the entertainment industry through media research, learned the language of ratings from scratch, and built credibility through preparation and trust, eventually becoming the Executive Vice President of Warner Bros. Media Research & Insights Group. Along the way, he shares the unforgettable Paramount Pictures softball game that accidentally became the best networking event of his life, putting him in front of the executives who mattered and proving the power of performing under pressure.

Bruce also shares insights into the balance between creative instinct and analytical evidence in media. He explains his impactful research on television and how audience trends, positioning, and even wardrobe choices affect public perception of TV shows. If you care about leadership principles, career pivots, networking that actually works, or business strategy, this conversation brings real lessons you can use immediately.

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