In this special Father’s Day Episode of Beyond Grit with Robert Young, Rob has a conversation with his own father, Mr. Dale Young.  Dale Young has been in the window cleaning business for 50 years and knows everything there is to know about the ups and downs of the business world.  Window cleaning is a generational trade for this family of Young men, and the quality of their work is obvious by the amount of time they have remained in business.  You do not usually remain successful in anything for 50 years unless you are doing many things the right way.  It takes more than just a little dose of daily grit to wake in the early morning hours, wash windows in the cold Michigan winters, sticking your arms down into freezing cold water buckets, climbing those cold ladders, and delivering quality work every single day, year after year. 

Grit also seems to be generational for these family men, as we even get to hear a small piece of Rob’s own story of his breakaway from the family business and how tough that decision truly was for him at 19 years old.  Rob and his dad discuss the challenges that have come along with being a working father and trying to run the family business, especially when it takes you all the way from Michigan to Florida.  We get to hear how different it was for fathers back in those days compared to now and we have the honor of receiving many nuggets of sound wisdom from this hard-working family man. 

Robert speaks on the value of watching his father over the years and learning how to be a man through observing his father’s actions. It was the tough lessons his father taught him that made lasting impressions because those made him a better man today. One of his dad’s best pieces of advice to him was, “Just do the work.”

We hope you have a laugh with these two as they reminisce about the old days and talk about things still to come.  We hope you enjoy the show.

Happy Father’s Day!

Jeremy Brown is a three-time Ironman finisher, marathon runner, kayak shark fisher, mountain climber – climbing the highest peak in the lower 48, the Mount Whitney Summit in California (14,505 feet); Most importantly he is a father, husband, coach, and friend who, in his own words, “lives life loud.”  In this episode, Rob and Jeremy discuss self-development, self-reflection, the power of vulnerability, and how focusing on yourself, instead of worrying about others, will set you free.  Jeremy discusses how he craves experiences over material things and how rewarding it is to work hard and crush your goals.  This episode delves into the importance of cutting out negativity and negative people because who you surround yourselves with will determine the course of your life and future. For Jeremy Brown, it is extremely important to ignore all the many reasons telling you to quit, and instead, focus on those things that keep you going - quitting is never an option for this Mental Mastery coach.  Links to Jeremy’s Mental Mastery YouTube Channel and Podcast can be found in the show notes.  You can find the book recommendations mentioned in the episode in the show notes as well.  Enjoy the show!

• Mental Mastery Website - https://getmymindright.com/
• JB Inspires - https://jbinspires.com/
• Mental Mastery YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwmbocXA8K_2jXjqXxgvxLQ
• Instagram - @mentalasterymm
• Twitch - JBInspires

Books:

Greenlights by: Matthew McConaughey

https://www.amazon.com/Greenlights-Matthew-McConaughey/dp/0593139135

Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead

by: Brené Brown

https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms/dp/1592408419

How Bad Do You Want It? Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle

by: Matt Fitzgerald

https://www.amazon.com/How-Bad-You-Want-Psychology/dp/1937715418/ref=sr_1_1?crid=W2979VZIL70N&dchild=1&keywords=how+bad+do+you+want+it+matt+fitzgerald&qid=1623292322&s=books&sprefix=how+bad+do+you+wan%2Cstripbooks%2C202&sr=1-1

The Missing – by: Olin Lester

https://www.amazon.com/Missing-Mecklenburg-Story-Olin-Lester/dp/B08D51CK28

Just Show Up: And Other Enduring Values from Baseball's Iron Man- Cal Ripken Jr.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwjunOTpmYzxAhWVds0KHcAKB90QFnoECAgQAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJust-Show-Up-Enduring-Baseballs%2Fdp%2F0062906747&usg=AOvVaw02KwmJmbKnN74iru9uAfiD

• 2020 Charlottean of the Year.
• 2021 BOB award for best chef - Co-chef of the Year shared with Paul Verica – The Stanley.
• Appeared on The Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay and did just that – beat Bobby Flay!
• Launched Your Farms, Your Table in response to the global shutdown.
• Personal Chef to Carolina Panther’s star, Christian McCaffrey
• Co-Leader of the Charlotte chapter of Ben’s Friends - addiction recovery support for those in the food and beverage industry.

Cooking is an art form for this week’s guest and we get a taste of what goes into making each creation a delicious masterpiece.  Unfortunately, Chef Sam Diminich was one of the many restaurant workers to be furloughed because of the COVID-19 shutdown.  Restaurant closures across the region negatively impacted the local farming industry as well.  But for the brilliant minds of gritty entrepreneurs, new problems present new opportunities for solutions.  Chef Sam Diminich cannot only “take the heat,” but also seems to be refined by the fire.  Your Farms, Your Table has not only provided a means of service to local farmers but also serves the entire community by delivering locally grown and prepared gourmet meals to Charlotte residents.  Because of his grit and determination to provide for his family, 2020 turned out to be a wildly successful year for Chef Diminich - and that was only the beginning.    

Each ingredient tells a story of how it journeyed from “farm” to “table” and Chef Sam embraces every single detail.  This week, we are embracing every detail of his story. His passion for food and love for bringing people together has led him down this incredible path of hope in the face of adversity.  Grab a dish and gather ‘round the table as we savor this week’s episode.  Delizioso!

Find Chef Sam Diminich at:

Website:                www.yourfarmsyourtable.com

Instagram:            @yourfarmsyourtable

                                    @chefsamdiminich

Facebook:             Facebook.com/sam.diminich

External Links:

Beat Bobby Flay

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-food-drink/article239389583.html

2020 Charlottean of the Year: Chef Sam Diminich

https://www.charlottemagazine.com/2020-charlotteans-of-the-year-sam-diminich/

For $30, Christian McCaffrey’s Chef will Deliver a 3-course Meal to your Door

https://charlotte.axios.com/253375/for-30-christian-mccaffreys-chef-will-deliver-a-3-course-meal-to-your-door/

It has been said that life is a marathon, not a sprint, and the one who wins is the one who endures to the end. But for this week’s guest, marathons truly are life. In this episode, Rob sits down with leading triathlete and top ironman competitor, Tanya Houghton, to discuss the mental strength and determination required to become a world champion in one of the most challenging sports of our time.

As a newcomer on the scene in 2008, Houghton made a lasting first impression, placing in the top ten in her very first race. That top-10 finish lit a fire within her and she became laser-focused on competing and becoming the best in her age group. Coaching herself and spending 20+ hours training each week, completely adjusting her diet, and doing whatever it takes to finely-tune her mind and body, she has climbed to the top positions in multiple races throughout the world and continues to dominate in her field.  Houghton recently qualified for her 5th full World Championship and has done so every year at the 70.3 distance.  The race is not given to the swift, but the one who endures and this fierce competitor has endured multiple stress fractures, a global pandemic, 4 children, and everything that comes along with being a mom, but nothing seems to slow her pace. Now, Houghton is a certified triathlete coach and fitness instructor, leading others down the path to victory. Through it all, she somehow manages to stay focused on her goals and embodies what it means to live a life beyond grit. Listen and be inspired as we take a few laps around the track and discover what it takes to become an “iron-woman” marathon warrior.

Melissa was born and raised in Charlotte, NC. She received her Bachelor's degree in Furnishings and Interiors from the University of Georgia.

She was introduced to the new home construction world early on in her career. She has since had the opportunity to work with many of the area's top builders.

Being a woman in a male-dominated field had its challenges, but she never let that stop her from becoming an expert in her field. It was her confidence and a willingness to learn about the construction industry that has earned her respect.

You can find her at:

www.crowndesigngroupofnc.com Instagram: @crowndesigngroupofnc

Kent is not only an artist from Charlotte, NC; he's a pretty good guy. He has built a successful business around being true to himself, giving things away, and just being kind.

His stories are heartfelt, and his purpose is genuine. It was a great conversation with lots of laughs throughout the interview.

He has collaborated with Nobull Project, Lululemon, cb2, Lulu and Georgia, Magnolia Market, to name a few.

You can find him on: IG @kentyoungstrom www.kentyoungstrom.com Facebook @kentyoungstrom

@moestronger

Michele currently holds:

• 17 NC State Records in all powerlifting lifts
• Ranks 10 in the country-overall
• She holds the American Record in the deadlift for her age
• She competed in her first National powerlifting meet in November

Michele was a runner, then CrossFitter, and now a powerlifter. While watching her daughters compete, she met a woman slightly older than her, competing and wearing a CrossFit shirt. From that moment, everything changed for her.

That's the moment she started her journey into powerlifting.

Not only is Michele a competitive powerlifter, but she is also the CEO of Moestronger Nutrition and Fitness. She's now able to share her love of fitness and nutrition.

You can find her at: www.moestronger.com Instagram: @Moestronger Facebook: Moestronger Linkedin: Moestronger!

Scoot fell in love with music listening to his mom play gospel music around the house. He grew up in Kings Mountain, NC, surrounded by music and musicians.

Scoot started touring while still in high school. He still plays over 300 gigs a year and has been for over 30 years.

He tells a great story of growing up and his journey through life as a musician. Scoots had some great memories and some not-so-great memories along the way.

You can still hear him playing all around town. You can find him at:

www.scootmusic.com Instagram: @scootpittman Facebook: scoot Poovey Pittman