Adam Lefkoe
Adam Lefkoe’s first piece of advice about how to be yourself: “You need to learn who you are.”
Adam Lefkoe, TNT and Bleacher Report host, says the “be yourself” advice is tough when you’re young. In your 20s, Adam says you’re still figuring out who you are, and that’s OK! But, you should make time to be with yourself and figure that all out: journal, write, meditate; find a way to be by yourself.
Elsewhere in Adam’s interview he talks about learning to write as you talk, doing the difficult work, how to make sure you build meaningful connections, and so much more.
Resources
Adam doesn’t give sports media specific recommendations, but he recommends two books by Ryan Holiday that focus on success:
Obstacle is the way by Ryan Holiday
Perennial Seller: The Art of Making and Marketing Work that Lasts by Ryan Holiday
Time Stamps
5:54 - What’s it like working with Shaq?
6:39 - What do you think sets you apart from other broadcasters?
10:11 - How do you get over any kinds of anxiety of being on camera?
11:37 - Study what/who you love
15:53 - What’s the best advice you've received?
16:02 - Favorite moment of your career so far?
16:17 - Biggest mistake you’ve made and how did you overcome it?
17:10 - What was it like working in the Nebraska market as you began your career?
18:41 - Have you had any other jobs that have helped you in this industry?
19:31 - How do you get from A to Z? How do you get from the beginning of your journey, to where you want to be?
24:15 - It’s important to schedule out a routine
27:25 - Advice for high schoolers?
27:43 - Much rather have authenticity than perfection?
28:38 - Do you listen to feedback and criticism from fans?
31:21 - Is there any book, tool, or speaker that influenced you on your path?
32:51 - What did you do in high school to set you on your path?
33:24 - At any times did you feel overwhelmed when you had to do everything like an MMJ?
34:52 - How do you balance listening to other content to learn, while not taking their opinions?
35:13 - What should 2020 graduates be doing at a time when there’s not a lot of people hiring?
36:32 - Pick your brain - how to reach out to people constructively
41:58 - In your opinion, what is the best social media to build my brand on?
42:43 - What is your daily routine for reading the news and preparing for your show?
44:24 - What was your next move after breaking out for the first time?
44:52 - For analytics, what makes it easiest for you to understand what they're about?
45:39 - The Long Game
50:42 - Michael Barkann’s influence on Adam.
54:03 - Best platform to use when creating podcasts? Best way to self promote?
55:21 - Monday night football?
55:36 - How do you suggest to make a podcast and keep it interesting without a cohost for the podcast?
56:29 - How did attending Syracuse University work in your favor for your career?
57:12 - At what age did you think you figured out who you really were?
57:35 - Any recommendations for college journalists trying to land an internship?
58:22 - What do you think makes Pat McAfee so unique?
58:25 - Do you prefer the new model of fluency in topics to singular focus of Sims and Lefkoe?
58:39 - What did you major in college?
58:54 - How do you take your bias out of work?
59:25 - Any recommendation for building up a following as a writer or do the same ideas apply?
59:58 - Is going to a big broadcasting school helpful in the long run?
1:00:09 - Do you think “pick you brain” can go over better with people who aren't national media personalities?
1:01:03 - What should I look for when I critique myself
