Episode Description

Think talent alone is enough to succeed in college sports? Think again. Mariano Kemp, an all-state running back from Fairview High School now playing NCAA football, reveals how he used executive functioning skills like time management, planning, and routine to overcome adversity and excel both on and off the field. In this interview with Brandon Slade, Mariano breaks down practical strategies for staying committed, managing time effectively, and reaching your true potential as a student-athlete. Learn how cognitive flexibility and metacognition can help you adapt and thrive in the challenging world of college athletics. Thank you to Mariano for sharing his inspiring journey—it’s a story we can all learn from!

This interview was hosted by Brandon Slade, Founder of Untapped Learning, and edited/produced by Nathan Weinberg.

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