Pressure is something every leader faces. But what if the way we think about pressure is completely backwards?

In this episode of Unfinished Business with Eric Mulvin, Eric sits down with former UFC fighter turned leadership coach Clifford Starks Jr. to talk about what stepping into the cage taught him about leadership, entrepreneurship, and navigating high-pressure decisions.

Clifford’s journey from professional fighting to coaching executives offers a powerful perspective on resilience, mindset, and what it really takes to perform when the stakes are high. Throughout the conversation, he shares stories from inside the arena and how those same lessons apply to the challenges leaders face in business and life.

But the conversation doesn’t stop there.

Toward the end of every episode, Eric asks one question that always reveals something deeper about the person behind the success. It’s the question that gets to the heart of why they keep pushing forward, even after everything they’ve already accomplished.

Clifford’s answer is one you won’t want to miss.

Because for him, the journey is far from finished.

Episode Highlights

00:00 Introduction to Unfinished Business Podcast

02:28 Meet Clifford Starks: From Fighter to Coach

03:12 Transitioning from Fighting to Entrepreneurship

08:08 The Reality of Entrepreneurship

12:40 Leadership in Challenging Times

13:53 Navigating Leadership in the Age of AI

19:14 The Importance of Coaching

23:34 Parenting Lessons in Leadership

29:36 Embracing Change and Growth

35:55 Unfinished Business: Future Aspirations

Connect with Clifford Starks

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clifford-starks/

Website: https://cliffordstarks.com

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