Big goals. Bigger guests. Real stories from athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-performers chasing greatness — with just enough sarcasm to keep it interesting.
Hosted by Nik Atanackovic, this podcast is all about what it really takes to perform at a high level — in sports, in business, and in life. From deep conversations with athletes and entrepreneurs to honest takes on mindset, leadership, and growth, Nik pulls back the curtain on what drives success. No fluff, no ego — just real stories, lessons, and insights you can actually use.
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Big goals. Bigger guests. Real stories from athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-performers chasing greatness — with just enough sarcasm to keep it interesting.
Hosted by Nik Atanackovic, this podcast is all about what it really takes to perform at a high level — in sports, in business, and in life. From deep conversations with athletes and entrepreneurs to honest takes on mindset, leadership, and growth, Nik pulls back the curtain on what drives success. No fluff, no ego — just real stories, lessons, and insights you can actually use.
Derek Sivers — Selling a $22M Company, Overcoming Fear & Choosing Useful Beliefs
The Victory Degree
1 hour 51 minutes 12 seconds
1 month ago
Derek Sivers — Selling a $22M Company, Overcoming Fear & Choosing Useful Beliefs
Derek Sivers built and sold CD Baby for $22 million, walked away from fame, and chose a radically simple life. In this conversation, Derek shares the unconventional rules, frameworks, and mindset shifts that shaped his journey from overcoming fear to redefining success.
If you’ve ever wondered how to find clarity in a noisy world, escape the trap of endless “inputs,” or design a life that’s truly yours, this episode is for you.
In this episode, we cover:
• The lessons Derek learned from selling CD Baby for $22M
• Why fame is overrated and the hidden downsides no one talks about
• How to turn fear into confidence with one simple rule
• The dangers of consuming without creating and how to “run the program”
• Useful vs. true: the mental framework that changes everything
Derek’s perspective is both refreshing and deeply practical — equal parts philosophy and tactical playbook.
The Victory Degree
Big goals. Bigger guests. Real stories from athletes, entrepreneurs, and high-performers chasing greatness — with just enough sarcasm to keep it interesting.
Hosted by Nik Atanackovic, this podcast is all about what it really takes to perform at a high level — in sports, in business, and in life. From deep conversations with athletes and entrepreneurs to honest takes on mindset, leadership, and growth, Nik pulls back the curtain on what drives success. No fluff, no ego — just real stories, lessons, and insights you can actually use.
