Episode 225 – Sam Oldham – Framework For Life From An Olympic Medalist
From Olympic Glory to Entrepreneurial Success with Sam Oldham The aspiration and pursuit of being excellent at what you do for your own business are what we need to qualify for the big game. There is so much effort that goes into qualifying for greatness, and as business owners, we need to nurture our discipline and drive to achieve our objectives and reach our goals. Success is not merely a stroke of luck. It demands unwavering discipline. However, as business owners, distractions easily sway us on our path, and we struggle to maintain the necessary commitment to reach our desired destinations. In this episode, Sam Oldham shares his pursuit of personal growth and resilience, transitioning from an illustrious career in gymnastics to a new chapter focused on entrepreneurship and making a lasting impact to give you the tools to overcome obstacles, unlock your destiny and secure your vision. Meet Sam Oldham, an extraordinary individual with an impressive array of accomplishments. Sam first discovered his passion for gymnastics at the age of seven, following the recommendation of his teacher. Despite initially being a talented footballer, he decided to channel his focus into gymnastics. Notably, he became the youngest member of the British team at the European Gymnastics Championships. His exceptional talent and dedication played a pivotal role in securing victories in various events, including the junior team event, the Australian Youth Olympic Festival, and the European Gymnastics Championships. These triumphs opened doors to diverse sponsorship opportunities and ultimately led to his selection as part of the British delegation for the European Youth Olympic Festival, where he won two gold medals. At the age of 28, Sam retired from professional sports and embarked on a transformative journey, exploring the enchanting landscapes of South America. Today, he is devoted to building his own business, with a remarkable distinction: the business is him and his unique offerings to the world. Let’s jump in! Key Highlights from the Episode; [00:00] Episode intro, a quick bio of the guest, Sam Oldham [02:44] What artist gymnastics sport is, and how it’s done [04:19] Sam’s dream in the Olympics and how he got into gymnastics [08:35] What Sam is drinking today and his love for coffee [12:25] Sam’s route into a relationship with Red Bull and how it worked out [16:32] Sam’s trip to South America and his realisation about building his own business [23:44] Gymnastic coaching in sports and monetary gains and Sam’s strategy [28:28] How to incorporate discipline and drive in your business and how Sam does it [36:01] Where you can find out and learn more about Sam [39:50] Golden takeaways from the guest that you can implement today [42:52] Sam’s next coffee dream location and the hero he would take it with [44:19] Wrapping up and ending the show Notable Quotes Travelling puts your mind in a different place where you can be more open and free-flowing with ideas. It is okay to make mistakes and fall over; you just need to get back up and keep trying. You’re going to make mistakes, just accept that and keep making them, they are part of the process, and eventually, you will make it. If you never shoot the goal, you will never score. If you are failing, you’re trying; if you are trying, you will succeed. Try to fail, to try to succeed. If you don’t shout from the rooftop, nobody else will You have to be your own best friend and believe in yourself. Let’s Connect Sam Oldham Instagram: https://instagram.com/oldham93 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Oldham93 YouTube: