412. Life After the NFL: Marques Ogden on Reinventing Yourself with Purpose

Happiness Solved

Sandee Sgarlata

Self-improvement, Business, Love, Education, Inspirational, Happiness, Joy, Depression, Selflove, Motivational, Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Peace

5 • 1.9K Ratings

🗓️ 7 May 2025

⏱️ 30 minutes

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Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Marques Ogden. In this engaging conversation, Sandee Sgarlata interviews former NFL player Marques Ogden, who shares his journey from professional football to business success. They discuss the challenges athletes face when transitioning to life after sports, the importance of consistency and discipline, and the mental strategies needed for high performance. Ogden emphasizes the significance of authenticity and continuous learning in both personal and professional growth, providing valuable insights for aspiring leaders and athletes alike. Guest Bio: Growing up in a single parent home with a father that inspired perseverance and fairness, Marques Ogden learned how to define his values and set goals. Ogden attended Howard University from 1998-2002 where he played Division I football. He then followed his dream and his brother Jonathan’s footsteps, eventually getting drafted into the NFL in 2003. Overall, he played for 5 years as an offensive lineman with the Titans, Bills, Ravens and Jaguars. Even during the off season, Ogden helped train football players in Europe, both physically and mentally. Takeaways: Football teaches valuable life lessons. Transitioning from sports to business can be challenging. Many athletes struggle with identity after their careers end. Consistency and discipline are crucial for success. Mental strategies help overcome self-criticism. Adversity can lead to personal growth and resilience. Authenticity is key to effective leadership. Planning is essential, but flexibility is vital. You can learn from every experience in life. Owning your story empowers you to move forward. Connect with Marques: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarquesOgdenSpeaker/ Website: https://marquesogden.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquesogden/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marquesogden/ Connect with Sandee: Website: www.sandeesgarlata.com Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata Twitter: www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata Instagram: www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata

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0:00.0	Hey there, I'm Sandy Scarlotta and welcome to the Happiness Solved podcast. Twice a week,
0:12.0	we explore the journey to finding true happiness by sharing inspiring stories, practical tips,
0:18.0	and insightful conversations with some of today's leading experts.
0:22.5	But we don't just scratch the surface.
0:24.6	We dive deep into the real grit of what it takes to live a genuinely happy life.
0:30.1	Whether you're looking to improve your well-being, enhance your relationships,
0:33.7	or simply add more joy to your life, you're in the right place.
0:37.2	So grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and let's dive into today's episode
0:41.6	because happiness is a choice and the choice is yours.
0:47.6	Marcus Ogden, so incredibly honored to have you on today.
0:51.7	How's it going?
0:52.5	It's going well, Sandy.
0:53.5	How are you, ma'am?
0:54.6	I am doing great and just so excited. And you're actually, for the peak performance playbook,
1:00.4	you're my first NFL player that I'm coming on. Yes.
1:04.6	I'm honored. Thank you.
1:06.6	Of course. I mean, I've talked to other players before, but yeah, you're the first one.
1:11.4	So I'm just so excited. And, you know, I'm a big football fan, but not like my son.
1:18.1	Okay. So my son is like ridiculously, like more college because everybody loves college football, you know.
1:24.8	And he just graduated from college. He went to Louisville.
1:28.7	Oh, good school. Home of Lamar Jackson. Yes, yes. And Lamar has done so well for me in my fantasy
1:34.6	leagues, right? So that was like, but the cool thing about having you on is like, I remember when you played, which I don't,
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