Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon.

A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

🎙️ Interview Summary

Benjamin Kenyon shares his journey from aspiring coach at age 13 to becoming a performance coach in the NBA, including his role with the Philadelphia 76ers. He now works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, sharpen focus, and find clarity. The conversation explores the parallels between elite athletes and business leaders, emphasizing preparation, recovery, and purpose as keys to sustained success.

Background: 11 seasons in the NBA, now coaching executives

2. Kenyon’s Journey

• Early passion for sports and coaching
• Transition into NBA coaching
• Training MVPs and future Hall of Famers

3. Coaching Philosophy

• Importance of execution and being in the right rooms
• Purpose-driven mindset over just athletic skill
• Energy and personality as differentiators

4. Public Life & Athlete Mindsets

• Impact of public salaries and visibility
• Three types of athlete responses to fame:
  • Overexposed
  • Balanced
  • Wise and grounded

5. Kobe Bryant’s Work Ethic

• Comparison of Kobe and Shaq’s training philosophies
• Translating athletic discipline to executive performance

6. Preparation vs. Burnout

• Executives often “run into the day” without warming up
• Importance of morning routines (music, journaling, meditation)
• Recovery as a critical component of performance

7. Burnout & Support Systems

• Rushion’s personal burnout story (2003)
• Kenyon’s advice: build community, seek mentors, and reduce ego
• Importance of self-awareness and asking for help

8. Confidence After Setbacks

• Athletes recovering from injury vs. executives recovering from business failure
• Reconnecting with purpose and values
• Refreshing support systems and team dynamics

9. Client Performance Coaching Framework

• CLIMB Framework:
  • Foundation: beliefs, core values, support system, vision, ownership
  • Growth: health, performance, mind-body improvement
  • Achievement: leadership, emotional intelligence, giving back

10. Peak Performance & Motivation

• Importance of repetition and “getting reps”
• Luka Dončić’s transformation as a case study in motivation
• Intrinsic vs. external motivation

11. Resetting for Success

• Three-step process: Prepare, Perform, Recover
• Daily habits to build consistency and legacy

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Preparation and recovery are just as vital as performance.
• Burnout is common at high levels—support systems and self-awareness are essential.
• Purpose and values drive long-term success, not just financial goals.
• Repetition and routine build consistency and peak performance.
• Motivation must be intrinsic to be sustainable.
• CLIMB Framework offers a structured path for personal and professional growth.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Benjamin Kenyon.

A veteran NBA performance coach and founder of Client Performance Coaching.

🎙️ Interview Summary

Benjamin Kenyon shares his journey from aspiring coach at age 13 to becoming a performance coach in the NBA, including his role with the Philadelphia 76ers. He now works with high-performing executives and entrepreneurs, helping them overcome burnout, sharpen focus, and find clarity. The conversation explores the parallels between elite athletes and business leaders, emphasizing preparation, recovery, and purpose as keys to sustained success.

Background: 11 seasons in the NBA, now coaching executives

2. Kenyon’s Journey

• Early passion for sports and coaching
• Transition into NBA coaching
• Training MVPs and future Hall of Famers

3. Coaching Philosophy

• Importance of execution and being in the right rooms
• Purpose-driven mindset over just athletic skill
• Energy and personality as differentiators

4. Public Life & Athlete Mindsets

• Impact of public salaries and visibility
• Three types of athlete responses to fame:
  • Overexposed
  • Balanced
  • Wise and grounded

5. Kobe Bryant’s Work Ethic

• Comparison of Kobe and Shaq’s training philosophies
• Translating athletic discipline to executive performance

6. Preparation vs. Burnout

• Executives often “run into the day” without warming up
• Importance of morning routines (music, journaling, meditation)
• Recovery as a critical component of performance

7. Burnout & Support Systems

• Rushion’s personal burnout story (2003)
• Kenyon’s advice: build community, seek mentors, and reduce ego
• Importance of self-awareness and asking for help

8. Confidence After Setbacks

• Athletes recovering from injury vs. executives recovering from business failure
• Reconnecting with purpose and values
• Refreshing support systems and team dynamics

9. Client Performance Coaching Framework

• CLIMB Framework:
  • Foundation: beliefs, core values, support system, vision, ownership
  • Growth: health, performance, mind-body improvement
  • Achievement: leadership, emotional intelligence, giving back

10. Peak Performance & Motivation

• Importance of repetition and “getting reps”
• Luka Dončić’s transformation as a case study in motivation
• Intrinsic vs. external motivation

11. Resetting for Success

• Three-step process: Prepare, Perform, Recover
• Daily habits to build consistency and legacy

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Preparation and recovery are just as vital as performance.
• Burnout is common at high levels—support systems and self-awareness are essential.
• Purpose and values drive long-term success, not just financial goals.
• Repetition and routine build consistency and peak performance.
• Motivation must be intrinsic to be sustainable.
• CLIMB Framework offers a structured path for personal and professional growth.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Wilson.

A clean design and wellness expert. 

🎙️ Main Themes

• Clean Design Philosophy: Robin emphasizes creating allergen-aware, eco-friendly, and sustainable home environments.
• Health and Wellness: She discusses how indoor allergens—especially from pillows, bedding, and clothing—can significantly impact asthma and allergy sufferers.
• Personal Stories: Rushion shares his own struggles with allergies and how small changes, like replacing a pillow, dramatically improved his health.
• Practical Tips:
  • Take off shoes and outerwear at the door.
  • Wash hands and change clothes after being outside.
  • Replace pillows every 3 years and wash protectors regularly.
  • Use non-toxic cleaning alternatives like toothpaste and baking soda.

🛏️ Robin’s Book: Clean Design – Wellness for Your Lifestyle

• A room-by-room guide to reducing allergens and toxins.
• Includes practical advice and beautiful imagery from her design work.
• Inspired by her personal experience with asthma and allergies.

🛍️ Retail Presence

• Robin’s brand, Clean Design Home, is available at Macy’s, Belk, and Bed Bah and Beyond.
• Focused on being the top allergen-aware lifestyle brand.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Wilson.

A clean design and wellness expert. 

🎙️ Main Themes

• Clean Design Philosophy: Robin emphasizes creating allergen-aware, eco-friendly, and sustainable home environments.
• Health and Wellness: She discusses how indoor allergens—especially from pillows, bedding, and clothing—can significantly impact asthma and allergy sufferers.
• Personal Stories: Rushion shares his own struggles with allergies and how small changes, like replacing a pillow, dramatically improved his health.
• Practical Tips:
  • Take off shoes and outerwear at the door.
  • Wash hands and change clothes after being outside.
  • Replace pillows every 3 years and wash protectors regularly.
  • Use non-toxic cleaning alternatives like toothpaste and baking soda.

🛏️ Robin’s Book: Clean Design – Wellness for Your Lifestyle

• A room-by-room guide to reducing allergens and toxins.
• Includes practical advice and beautiful imagery from her design work.
• Inspired by her personal experience with asthma and allergies.

🛍️ Retail Presence

• Robin’s brand, Clean Design Home, is available at Macy’s, Belk, and Bed Bah and Beyond.
• Focused on being the top allergen-aware lifestyle brand.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Wilson.

A clean design and wellness expert. 

🎙️ Main Themes

• Clean Design Philosophy: Robin emphasizes creating allergen-aware, eco-friendly, and sustainable home environments.
• Health and Wellness: She discusses how indoor allergens—especially from pillows, bedding, and clothing—can significantly impact asthma and allergy sufferers.
• Personal Stories: Rushion shares his own struggles with allergies and how small changes, like replacing a pillow, dramatically improved his health.
• Practical Tips:
  • Take off shoes and outerwear at the door.
  • Wash hands and change clothes after being outside.
  • Replace pillows every 3 years and wash protectors regularly.
  • Use non-toxic cleaning alternatives like toothpaste and baking soda.

🛏️ Robin’s Book: Clean Design – Wellness for Your Lifestyle

• A room-by-room guide to reducing allergens and toxins.
• Includes practical advice and beautiful imagery from her design work.
• Inspired by her personal experience with asthma and allergies.

🛍️ Retail Presence

• Robin’s brand, Clean Design Home, is available at Macy’s, Belk, and Bed Bah and Beyond.
• Focused on being the top allergen-aware lifestyle brand.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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