What's Next with Eric Wood

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Ep 170 - Clean Water For All with Scott Harrison Sep 14, 2022

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Scott Harrison is the founder and current CEO of charity: water, a nonprofit organization bringing clean and safe water to people around the world. Scott has been recognized on Fortune magazine's list of 40 Under 40, Forbes' Impact 30, and Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business, where he earned the #10 spot. He is currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and author of the New York Times Bestselling book Thirst.

Today on the show, the guys discuss Scott's life as a nightclub promoter in NYC, how to change bad habits and tips for living a fulfilling life. Other topics include:

(3:00-7:45) - Spiritual, emotional, moral bankruptcy. Life as a nightclub promoter in New York.

(7:45-13:40) - The moment Scott changed his life

(13:40-17:30) - How to change bad habits. Scott's all or nothing approach.

(17:30-22:10) - How charity:water got started - https://www.charitywater.org/

(22:10-29:20) - Specifics of running a non-profit. Tell True Stories

(29:20-33:45) - How to identify places that need water. How to find your passion and fulfillment.

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe tot he show today!

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Ep 169 - Don't Look Back with Chris Long Sep 07, 2022

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Chris Long is a retired eleven year NFL veteran who won two Super Bowls, SBLI with the New England Patriots and SB LII with the Philadelphia Eagles. Chris was awarded the 2018 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award for his charity endeavors and social justice work. He attended the University of Virginia from 2004-2007, playing for the football team and achieving All-American status his senior season. He was selected second overall in the 2008 NFL Draft by the St. Louis Rams and went on to play eight seasons in St. Louis and then one season for the New England Patriots (2016) and two seasons for the Philadelphia Eagles (2017-18).

After his football career concluded, Chris Long started the ‘Green Light with Chris Long’ podcast to bring unique and direct commentary with regards to the NFL and football in general, discuss music, news and pop culture, interview athletes, artists and celebrities and talk some sports gambling.

Today on the show, Chris and Eric give advice to players entering the NFL today, how they dealt with the pressure of expectations and much more. Other topics include:

(2:20-8:00) - Early thoughts on life after retirement and Bills' QB Josh Allen

(8:00-16:00) - Chris' journey to the NFL. Dealing with pressure

(16:00-25:00) - Advice to rookies in the NFL: consistency is king

(25:00-34:10) - Playing with Tom Brady. Defining the 'Patriot Way'

(34:10-43:30) - Advice as players transition out of the NFL

(43:30-47:00) - Chris' podcast and his dream guest

And much more. Rate. review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 168 - My Responsibility with Sherman Smith Aug 31, 2022

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Sherman Smith is a former NFL player and coach that holds a powerful story. Drafted in the 2nd round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks, Sherman would play eight seasons in the league before starting a coaching career that spanned over 30+ years.

During that time , Sherman won Super Bowls and created close bonds with the players he mentored, including his son Deland McCullough.

Today on the show, Eric and Sherman discuss the mysterious ways God can impact your life, what separates elite NFL players from the rest and other lessons in humility and leadership. Topics include:

(2:40-5:30) - Being drafted by the Seahawks, Sherman's transition from QB to WR to RB.

(5:30-14:00) - Advice to rookies for a successful NFL career. What separates elite NFL players from the rest. Stories of Marshawn Lynch and Eddie George.

(14:00-18:50) - Why Sherman got into coaching. Attending the 'Cradle of Coaching' Miami (OH).

(18:50-21:40) - Sherman's mindset while coaching. Impacting lives.

(21:40-29:00) - The story of Sherman Smith and his son Deland McCullough.

(29:00-39:30) - How Sherman was introduced to Christianity. How his faith impacts him today.

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

Link to Sherman's E60 story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7WrNmnOgKd8

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Ep 167 - Employee Retention Credit with Josh Zieglowski Aug 26, 2022

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Josh Zieglowski is a co-founder of ERC Specialists, a specialty payroll company exclusively dedicated to understanding and maximizing the CARES Act Employee Retention Credit (ERC) for U.S. businesses affected negatively by COVID-19.

Josh has helped businesses receive more than 2.8 billion dollars in aid. If you would like to learn more and see if you qualify for ERC, visit this link: https://ericwoodmedia.com/erc/

Other topics include:

((2:30-5:30) - Growing up in Utah as a 4-sport athlete

(5:30-8:30) - What is ERC

(8:30-12:30) - How to qualify and how long the process is

(12:30-15:10) - No downside, how you can learn more

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 166 - What's Your Purpose with Steve Smith Sr. Aug 24, 2022

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Steve Smith Sr. played 16 seasons in the NFL as a wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers and Baltimore Ravens. While in the NFL, Smith was a three-time All-Pro, he made the Pro Bowl five times and amassed 14,731 receiving yards over his career. In 2005, Smith won Comeback Player of the Year while also obtaining the "Triple Crown" with the Panthers by topping three separate statistical categories, tying for the league lead in catches and touchdowns while leading the league in receiving yards. Smith is now an analyst for the NFL Network and the host of the "Cut To It" Podcast

Today on the show, Eric and Steve discuss their upbringings, advice they would give to their younger selves and how to obtain an appreciation for your career. Other topics include:

(4:00-7:00) - Growing up in Los Angeles

(7:00-16:10) - Playing with a chip on your shoulder. Shaking the punt return label

(16:10-19:30) - Advice to rookies - What's your purpose?

(19:30-24:00) - Players Steve tried to emulate, looked up to

(24:00-33:00) - Advice on transitioning out of the NFL into a new career

(33:00-39:20) - Appreciation for your career. Job shadowing at NFL network

(39:20-44:00) - Why Steve started a podcast

And much more including some talk on the 2022 Buffalo Bills.

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Ep 165 - What's Your Why with Taylor Lewan Aug 17, 2022

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Taylor Lewan is entering his 9th season in the NFL as the starting Left Tackle for the Tennessee Titans. Taylor was drafted in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft and made three consecutives Pro Bowls from 2016 to 2018. He is also the co-host of the 'Bussin With the Boys' podcast alongside former teammate Will Compton.

Today on the show, Taylor and Eric discuss the outlook of the 2022 Titans, why they love the game of football and the future of the popular Barstool Sports podcast. Other topics include:

(5:00-8:35) - Taylor's mindset heading into year nine

(8:35-12:30) - Recovery from ACL injury last year

(12:30-17:00) - O-line talk. Creating the right habits

(17:00-24:00) - Pressure as a 1st round pick. What's your why?

(24:00-28:45) - Why Taylor's why has changed. Advice to rookies at training camp

(28:45-32:15) - Give it all you got. Is retirement in sight?

(32:15-40:00) - 2022 Titans/Bills talk

(40:00-48:45) - Bussin with the Boys podcast. Where it goes from here

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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The Mental Toughness Forum Aug 12, 2022

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How do you make your today better than your yesterday? Eric Wood speaks at Ben Newman's Mental Toughness Forum, 30+ of the world's highest performers in sports & business sharing systems & skills on how to think bigger, drive action, overcome adversity and build mental toughness to reach peak performance.

Ep 164 - Motivated By Fear with Billy Quarantillo Aug 10, 2022

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Billy Quarantillo is a mixed martial artist who currently competes in the Featherweight division in the UFC. He was the former King of the Cage Lightweight Champion and has become a rising star in the fighting world since 2013.

Billy's mixed martial arts record is 16-4 and today, he shares his secrets to success. Topics include:

(2:30-5:20) - Growing up in Buffalo as a Bills fan

(5:20-10:35) - Dedicating his life to becoming a fighter, journey to becoming a professional

(10:35-14:15) - Motivated by fear. Self talk

(14:15-18:45) - Billy's big break in his career

(18:45-21:00) - Ultimate goals as a fighter

(21:00-26:00) - Role models in the industry. Thoughts on Connor McGregor

(26:00-30:15) - Any reservations fighting long term?

(30:15-35:00) - Normal day leading up to a fight

(35:00-40:20) - Billy's love of the Buffalo Bills

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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Ep 163 - Self-Aware with Jason Kelce Aug 03, 2022

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Jason Kelce is the starting Center for the Philadelphia Eagles in the National Football League. A 6th round draft pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, Kelce is a Super Bowl champion, a five-time Pro-Bowl selection and a four-time first-team All-Pro selection.

Jason is considered one of the best Centers in the game today and was the Eagles' Walter Peyton Man of the Year nominee in 2021. Today on the show, Eric and Jason discuss coming back for a 12th season, advice for sustained career success and much more. Topics include:

(2:50-6:15) - When Jason made the switch to Center

(6:15-8:45) - Weight management throughout Jason's career

(8:45-12:15) - Playing for Chip Kelly

(12:15-17:25) - Starting 122 straight games, factors for staying healthy and consistent

(17:25-23:45) - Advice for prolonged success. From 6th round pick to future Hall of Famer

(23:45-27:00) - Coming back for a 12th season

(27:00-32:15) - Who Jason studied, looks up to. Toughest DT to block

(32:15-34:30) - Similarities with brother Travis Kelce

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Ep 162 - Expecting To Win with Joe Schoen Jul 27, 2022

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Joe Schoen is a NFL executive who is currently the General Manager of the New York Giants. Schoen previously served as the assistant general manager for the Buffalo Bills from 2017 to 2021. His first NFL job was as a ticket office intern with the Carolina Panthers in 2000. He then spent seven seasons (2001-07) working for the Panthers under current Bills general manager Brandon Beane, first as a scouting assistant and then as a southeast and southwest scout.

Today on the show, Eric and Joe discuss how they both impacted the Bills' rebuild, how to work your way up in the NFL and much more. Topics include:

(2:25-5:25) - Getting started with New York, transition process with Brian Daboll

(5:25-7:25) - How Joe went from CFB player at DePaul to becoming an NFL scout

(7:25-11:40) - Getting your foot in the door, how Joe worked his way up to becoming GM

(11:40-14:35) - Joe's biggest misses in scouting

(14:35-23:05) - Bills rebuild with Brandon Beane, was it tough to leave Buffalo?

(23:05-28:00) - Locker room dynamics and leadership. What stood out about Brian Daboll

(28:00-31:45) - How to install a culture. Expecting to win

(31:45-35:35) - The least glamorous part of being a GM

And much more. Rate, review and subscribe to the show today!

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