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Becoming a champion isn’t easy. It requires sacrifice, passion, and above all, commitment. It also sometimes takes just a few kind words from a trusted teacher or coach to make you believe that anythings possible. In this episode, I had the honor of talking to my friend world champion and boxing HOF trainer Buddy McGirt, about his journey to becoming a pro boxer, the major influences in his life and how he was able to stay committed to his hopes and dreams. NOTE TO LEADERS: Be a Ms. Seniors to the people in your life! When people think of becoming a champion, they only look at the glamorous side of things. With pro boxing in particular, people think that becoming pro is like what they see on tv: the championship fights and the heavyweight titles. But that’s only 1% of the journey. It can take years and years of perseverance before you even become a champion. Someone who demonstrates incredible commitment is Buddy McGirt, a two-weight world champion who fought some of the best fighters in his generation. He is also a boxing trainer and was named Trainer of the Year in 2002. Ever since Buddy set out to become a boxer, many people could identify the deep passion he had inside of him to succeed. But it didn’t happen overnight. It took him years and a few twists along the journey before he could get there, but he finally became the champion that we know and respect today. In this episode, I talk to Buddy about the moment he knew he wanted to become a boxer, his ability to commit no matter what life threw at him, and his desire to serve and be a top trainer.Leaders: This conversation is a demonstration in commitment and a desire to never quit. If you want something bad enough, you’ll do anything to get there. Rate and Review If you enjoyed this episode of Your Corner Man, I would be incredibly grateful if you left a rating and review. I welcome all feedback and it also helps other people discover the podcast and benefit from the key takeaways. [Review Button] - link to Apple Podcasts Key Takeaways:How Buddy discovered boxing [2:55]The day he discovered he wanted to be a trainer [5:27]The moment he knew he was special [8:24]The influential coaches he had [20:44] What Buddy learnt about himself on the way to the top[35:50]How Buddy dealt with his fear [52:05]Notable Quotes: “I’m going to give my mamma something to brag about.”“The day after I joined boxing, I wanted to be a trainer.”“If it’s important to you, you’d do anything to get there.”“Most people think that they watch ESPN and Showtime and they think that’s pro boxing. That’s 1% of boxing.”“In boxing, I tell people, it’s the loneliest sport in the world.”“You can have 200 people in your entourage, and you get back to the hotel room and you’re all alone.”