{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Refusing to Quit - with World Series Champ Ryan Lavarnway","description":"This episode is sponsored by: Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to become\u2014and remain\u2014one of the best in the world at what you do? Today\u2019s guest, Ryan Lavarnway, has lived that story. He\u2019s the World Series\u2013winning catcher whose relentless refusal to quit propelled him up, down, and back up again through multiple Major League Baseball rosters. Now, he\u2019s harnessing that ironclad mindset to help business leaders, sales teams, and everyday high-achievers show up and win\u2014no matter the obstacles. In this episode, host Sean Osborn takes you behind the scenes of Ryan\u2019s incredible journey in baseball and beyond. From wearing that massive World Series ring (think instant back problems!) to lessons learned from iconic coaches, Ryan explains why being \u201ctoo realistic\u201d is often just another way of saying \u201cI\u2019m giving up.\u201d Highlights That Will Pump You Up: The \u2018Refused to Quit\u2019 Mentality Hear how Ryan rebounded\u2014over and over again\u2014every time the Majors sent him packing. It\u2019s a masterclass in resilience (that every sales pro, entrepreneur, or dreamer needs to hear). From \u2018Limitations\u2019 to Home Runs Discover the mindset shift Ryan credits for smashing through the barriers he once thought were insurmountable. Behind-the-Dugout Stories Get up close and personal with insider baseball tales\u2014like how Ryan didn\u2019t pick fights with the ump (and why that matters for your career, too!). The Power of Being Unrealistic In the face of setbacks, Ryan learned from top MLB managers to never settle for \u201crealistic\u201d goals. Spoiler alert: This perspective can supercharge your business, relationships, and life. Mindset Isn\u2019t Just for the Diamond Whether you\u2019re leading a sales team, building a start-up, or pursuing your greatest passion, Ryan\u2019s strategies for handling rejection, adapting to change, and cultivating top-tier discipline will leave you hungry for more. Life After the Big Leagues How Ryan navigated his \u201cmidlife crisis\u201d and found a whole new mission: sharing his passion for personal growth with global audiences. Why You\u2019ll Love This Episode It\u2019s not just a peek into a champion\u2019s mindset; it\u2019s a step-by-step blueprint to elevate your own game, whether that\u2019s crushing it in sales, starting a new career chapter, or becoming the MVP of your own life. Curious how a triple-PhD-level baseball mind translates into an unstoppable life game plan? Strap in and enjoy this high-energy, deeply inspiring episode\u2014you\u2019ll come away with more than a few \u201ca-ha\u201d moments (plus some laugh-out-loud stories you won\u2019t hear anywhere else). Ready to level up? Hit play now and get ready to rewrite your own definition of \u201cunrealistic\u201d goals! Connect with Ryan Website: ryanlavarnway.com Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rlavarnway\/ Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ryan.lavarnway.9 Connect with Sean Website: ThinkingBigCoaching.com Instagram: @SeanOsborn Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support the show\u2014together, we\u2019ll keep Thinking Big! ","author_name":"Thinking Big: Strategy that scales. Mindset that multiplies.","author_url":"https:\/\/www.thinkingbigpodcast.com\/","html":"