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Growth Now Movement with Justin Schenck


Jul 9, 2024

Discover how a boxing coach's moment of triumph led to a life-changing realization. This unexpected twist will challenge everything you thought you knew about success and self-belief. Get ready to be inspired and motivated like never before. Stay tuned to find out how this pivotal moment transformed a regular guy into an extraordinary force to be reckoned with.

My guest is Bruce Babashan

Bruce Babashan is a seasoned coach and mentor with a passion for holistic athlete development. With extensive experience in coaching amateur and elite level athletes, Bruce is dedicated to nurturing improved character and life skills through adversity and self-development. His expertise in boxing has not only shaped his professional career but has also been a lifelong love, shared with his late father. Bruce's journey from pursuing corporate success to returning full-time to his true passion of coaching reflects his deep commitment to personal growth and the transformative power of sports in honing character and resilience.

Whatever you focus on expands. I believe that totally through life experience. My sport attracts a certain type of kid. Oftentimes those kids don't play other organized sports. Oftentimes the kids have pretty rough backgrounds. You know,  I'm like father Flanagan, you probably don't know who that is from boys town. You know, there are no bad boys. You know, I just, I get a lot of tough kids and I have a lot of tough kids, a lot of tough circumstances. And I think that the most. How does somebody, how does somebody, you know, I guess, find their way? I know that my, my, you have to find something. You have to find something. And you have to find people, right? You have to find something and you have to find people that are going to help you on your way

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Embracing adversity leads to personal growth and resilience in athletes.

  • Cultivating accountability fosters a strong team culture and individual responsibility in sports.

  • Corporate professionals can successfully transition to coaching careers, bringing valuable leadership experience to the field.

  • Visualizing success enhances focus and performance in boxing training.

  • Mentoring young athletes lays the foundation for life-long success beyond the sports arena.

Transitioning to Coaching Careers
Transitioning to a coaching career can offer individuals a fulfilling opportunity to mentor and inspire young athletes. Former athletes or professionals, like Bruce Babashan, can leverage their experiences to guide the next generation of sports enthusiasts. Coaching careers allow individuals to make a meaningful impact on athletes' lives, shaping their character and helping them achieve their full potential.

The resources mentioned in this episode are:

  • Follow Coach Bruce Babashan on Instagram at @yourcornerman for more insights on mindset, visualization, and boxing training techniques.

  • Check out Champion Boxing Fitness in Rockville, Maryland, for top-notch boxing training and coaching from Coach Bruce Babashan.

  • Stay updated on upcoming boxing events and matches, including the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, to witness the excitement and skill in the sport of boxing.

  • Explore the power of visualization and mindset training in sports and life to enhance performance and achieve personal growth and success.

  • Consider the impact of repetition and belief in achieving success, and how it can transform desires into strong beliefs, leading to a different mindset and approach to challenges.