Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode, hockey legend Jim Dowd shares his incredible journey from growing up in Brick, New Jersey, to becoming the only New Jersey native to win a high school state championship, a college national championship, and a Stanley Cup. Dowd discusses his early challenges, the importance of perseverance, and how a single person’s belief in him changed his life trajectory. He highlights his passion for family, performance mindset coaching, and helping youth athletes unlock their potential.
Key Highlights:
- Hockey Achievements: Jim is the only New Jersey native to win at every major level of hockey: high school, college, and the NHL.
- Overcoming Challenges: Dowd shares how hockey was dominated by players from specific regions and how he broke barriers as a New Jersey athlete.
- Family Values: A devoted husband and father, Jim credits his family and faith for his grounding, sharing how he and his wife travel nationwide to support their sons’ college hockey careers.
- Mindset Coaching: Jim transitioned into helping young athletes build resilience and a performance mindset, emphasizing the impact of a single mentor or coach.
- Turning Defeats Into Wins: A challenging loss against the Rangers became a conversation starter, leading to networking opportunities and business growth.
- Key Lessons: Success stems from persistence, seizing opportunities, and valuing people as the foundation of personal and professional growth.
About the Guest
Born in Brick, NJ, Jim is the only New Jersey native to win the NJSIAA State Championship (1986), NCAA National Championship (1988), and Stanley Cup (1995). He set records at Brick Township High School with 375 points and Lake Superior State University with 274 points. Jim was named NJSIAA Hockey Player of the Century, inducted into the Lake Superior State Hall of Fame, and set two NHL records, including the fastest two goals scored in 3 seconds. Now a Performance Mindset Coach, he runs hockey camps and clinics in NJ, coaching athletes to excel in sports and life.
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About the Host:
Hugh excels at helping entrepreneurs and executives who are on the path to manifesting their dreams – whether they are on the first steps of a launch or a giant leap forward as they level up their business. His podcast is dedicated to helping trustworthy, integral, and heart-centered entrepreneurs connect to the people who need them most.
Hugh Zaretsky, was an IT executive until his wake-up call came on 9/11. Realizing how short life can be, Hugh transitioned his career to become a real estate investor, international speaker, best-selling author, philanthropist, and advocate for empowering individuals. Hugh started investing in the precursor to Short-Term Rentals back in 2005. His expertise in cash-flowing properties (STR, SFH, and multi-family) has allowed him to successfully train over 12,500 real estate investors and entrepreneurs to complete profitable real estate transactions, launch businesses, or take them to the next level.
Hugh has been a certified real estate continuing education instructor in 4 different states. His latest book “The Launch Button” was an Amazon best seller in 4 categories including all of real estate. He recently spoke at the Humanity Summit in Portugal on the global issue of “Sustainable tourism (including STRs) and how to work with local communities”. His dedication to mentoring and coaching aspiring entrepreneurs makes Hugh a highly sought-after speaker. Get ready to be inspired and gain invaluable insights from Hugh’s wealth of experience.
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