The Mental Aspect of Success with Dr. Davis McAlister

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Success is not handed to us. It doesn’t come easily and it requires a shift in your mindset and practices. This week Dr. Porter sits down with Dr. Davis McAlister as he shares his personal journey to success. According to Dr. McAlister, his success came from following some basic principles throughout his life which helped him overcome the adversities laid before him. He has triumphed over homelessness. He has created a successful military career. And he started a business with his wife and four children when they only had $500 to their name. Dr. McAlister will take you through the phases of success that he has identified and what each phase requires mentally. Dr. McAlister is an author, public speaker, veteran, entrepreneur, award-winning coach, and sports doctor. He has traversed the journey from being a homeless teen, to the military, and on to becoming the leader he is today. He has over 15 years combined teaching and coaching experience at high schools in the State of Texas; has held a Principal Administration Certification, and has taught in universities for the past 10 years. He served in the US Army for 8 years prior to earning a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi State University. He has since gone on to earn a Master of Educational Leadership, a Bachelor of Anatomy, Doctor of Chiropractic, Master of Strength & Performance, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach. Dr. Davis McAlister’s speaking experience spans over 20 years with countless live shows, TV, radio, and podcast appearances to provide his audience with a real-world perspective on what it takes to succeed. What You’ll Learn: • Success requires a shift in mindset: One of the key learning points is that achieving success is not easy and requires a change in how we think. Dr. McAlister's experiences highlight the importance of adopting a positive and determined mindset to overcome adversities. • Basic principles lead to success: Dr. McAlister has followed basic principles throughout his life that have helped him overcome various challenges and achieve success. These principles can be applied by anyone, regardless of their background or starting point, and can serve as a foundation for personal and professional growth. • Overcoming adversities is possible: The description emphasizes that Dr. McAlister faced homelessness, a military career, and starting a business with limited resources. This demonstrates that even in the face of significant challenges, it is possible to overcome them and achieve success. It reinforces the notion that resilience and determination are crucial factors in achieving one's goals. • Success is a phased journey: Dr. McAlister identifies different phases of success, suggesting that it is not an overnight process but rather a journey that unfolds in stages. Understanding and navigating these phases can provide valuable insights into what it takes to achieve success and sustain it over the long term. • The importance of mental preparation: Each phase of success identified by Dr. McAlister requires specific mental preparation. This indicates that achieving success involves not only taking action but also developing the right mindset and mental resilience. Learning to cultivate and maintain a positive mental state can be instrumental in overcoming challenges and reaching one's goals.