#70 It's Possible: Lessons in Gratitude with Curt Menefee

What does it take to thrive under pressure in the fast-paced world of sports broadcasting… and beyond? In this episode of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine sit down with Curt Menefee, award-winning sports anchor and commentator, to explore resilience, authenticity, and staying true to your values no matter the spotlight.

Here’s what you’ll hear:  

• Curt’s perspective on becoming a leading voice on national sports stages  
• How preparation, empathy, and genuine connection fuel his confidence on and off the air  
• The role of humility, perseverance, and family grounding Curt through life’s ups and downs  
• Lessons learned from career pivots, challenges, and the importance of mentoring others around you
• How being your best self can help others to become their best self, too
• Why being emotionally present and vulnerable can be a game-changer in high-pressure careers  
• Thoughtful reflections on authenticity, and how to bring your real self to a complex, demanding role  
• Inspiring stories about community, gratitude, and the power of showing love even in tough situations  

If you’re looking for candid wisdom from a true pro who knows what it means to be both a leader and a human being, this episode delivers heartfelt insights that illuminate how to bring more light, purpose, and optimism into your own game, while proving success is about much more than talent. It’s about heart, grit, and showing up as yourself every day.

This guest episode is perfect for sports fans, media professionals, leaders, and anyone wanting to cultivate gratitude and authenticity in their life. 

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