Steve Astephen Breaks Down Athlete Contracts, Mental Health, & What it Takes to be Successful
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Steve’s Impact in Sports
01:20 - Winning the Super Bowl with Kelee Ringo
02:16 - The Secret to Building a Championship-Winning Team
03:12 - The Difference Between Managing Athletes vs. Musicians
06:17 - Steve’s Rough Upbringing in Boston & Early Hustle
13:52 - How He Accidentally Entered the Action Sports Industry
19:38 - Moving to San Diego & Launching His First Agency
25:03 - What He Looks for in a Future Sports Star
36:37 - The Art of Negotiating Multi-Million Dollar Contracts
51:50 - Mental Health, Burnout & the Dark Side of the Industry
59:45 - Losing Friends to Suicide & The Pressure on Athletes
1:01:35 - Steve’s Experience with Psychedelic Therapy
1:03:26 - His Legacy & What’s Next in Sports Management
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