Blog Posts

June 10, 2026

The Best Investment Isn't What You Think

The Best Investment Isn't What You Think

What happens when you step beyond your comfort zone?In these podcast episodes, Dr. Derrick Burgess shares how family travel and mission work in Kenya are shaping his children's perspective, strengthening family bonds, and…

View more
May 13, 2026

Look Again — How Far You've Come and What Success Really Costs

Look Again — How Far You've Come and What Success Really Costs

What if the progress you've been waiting for has already happened and what if the life you admire from the outside looks nothing like it does from within?These conversations invite you to slow down, look inward, and chall…

View more
April 29, 2026

No One Talks About the Cost of Becoming This

No One Talks About the Cost of Becoming This

The journey is not as simple as growth. It demands years of training, delayed milestones, financial pressure, and time that can never be returned. Even after the milestones are reached, the weight does not disappear. It evo…

View more
April 15, 2026

You’re Doing the Inner Work But Ignoring This

You’re Doing the Inner Work But Ignoring This

You’ve done the work. You’ve reflected, grown, and started to understand yourself in deeper ways. But here’s the question most people avoid, what is actually supporting that growth in your real, everyday l…

View more
March 25, 2026

Progress You Can’t Always See

Progress You Can’t Always See

Have you ever felt like you’re doing the work, but not seeing the results yet?Some of the most important progress happens quietly. In the moments when you choose to keep showing up, even through setbacks, you are al…

View more
March 4, 2026

The Quiet Choices That Shape Your Future

The Quiet Choices That Shape Your Future

We love stories of overnight success. The breakthrough moment. The door that suddenly opens. The recognition that seems to arrive all at once.But what if that moment was never sudden at all?Real growth does not come fro…

View more
Feb. 18, 2026

Effort counts twice: Why grit beats talent

Effort counts twice: Why grit beats talent

From learning how to start a podcast to earning Super Bowl credentials, this episode reflects on a five-year journey that proves effort counts twice. We explore the difference between talent and skill, why hard work compoun…

View more
Feb. 4, 2026

Why Failure Might Be Your Greatest Advantage

Why Failure Might Be Your Greatest Advantage

Failure is not a verdict. It is feedback. It shows us what we could not see before and invites us to move forward with more wisdom. It strips away the illusion that perfection is required and replaces it with something far …

View more
Jan. 14, 2026

The Reset You Actually Need This Year

The Reset You Actually Need This Year

After stepping away at the end of 2025, this episode opens 2026 with reflection and clarity. I share why efficiency guides my goals this year, how small daily discipline creates lasting change, and what an unexpected Super …

View more
Dec. 24, 2025

✨Why Your Mindset Matters More Than Ever This Season 🧠

✨Why Your Mindset Matters More Than Ever This Season 🧠

Mindset shapes more than our success. It shapes our legacy. As we step into a season that calls us to slow down and reflect, we’re reminded that gratitude isn’t measured by what we’ve gained, but by the po…

View more
Nov. 26, 2025

A Year of Grace, Growth, and Guidance

A Year of Grace, Growth, and Guidance

As we enter a season of reflection, we’re slowing down to honor the blessings that carried us, family, faith, and the unexpected ways God gently redirects our path. In our Thanksgiving episode, we share personal momen…

View more
Nov. 12, 2025

Built for the Journey

Built for the Journey

Every physician starts with a calling to serve. But staying the course requires more than compassion. It takes wisdom, especially when it comes to money. 💡Learning how to manage your finances transforms fear into freedom …

View more
Oct. 29, 2025

Two Conversations That Will Make You Rethink Success

Two Conversations That Will Make You Rethink Success

When was the last time you slowed down to see how you’re really doing, not just in your goals but in your growth? Life doesn’t always unfold the way we plan, but every waiting season and unexpected turn h…

View more
Oct. 1, 2025

Winning That Goes Beyond the Scoreboard 🎯

Winning That Goes Beyond the Scoreboard 🎯

Winning today feels good. But winning that goes beyond the scoreboard is different. True victory means protecting your health, honoring emotional needs, and sustaining passion through every season. When athletes, parents, a…

View more
Sept. 17, 2025

Why True Strength Means Caring for Mind and Body

Why True Strength Means Caring for Mind and Body

Behind every achievement, whether on the playing field or in the hospital, lies a story of pressure, resilience, and the choice to prioritize true well-being.We’re sharing two inspiring journeys that prove success i…

View more
Aug. 27, 2025

Turning Potential Into Purpose (and Why It Matters)

Turning Potential Into Purpose (and Why It Matters)

What if the life you’ve been working so hard for isn’t the life you’re meant to live?In this episode, I share powerful lessons from Reaching Your Potential and Designing Your Life and…

View more
Aug. 6, 2025

Health meets hustle in these two inspiring episodes 🎧

Health meets hustle in these two inspiring episodes 🎧

We’re diving into two things that matter most—your health and your financial future. 💪💰Raina Windham shares how she found purpose in helping people feel their best through clean, naturopathic products for busy moms, t…

View more
July 23, 2025

Smart Money Moves + A Milestone Worth Celebrating 🎧

Smart Money Moves + A Milestone Worth Celebrating 🎧

In this can't-miss episode of Time Out with the SportsDr, we’re doubling up on value and inspiration.💼 First up: We sit down with Dr. Zwade Marshall to talk about how young doctors can build a solid financial foun…

View more
July 9, 2025

4 Years of Growth, Gratitude, and Redefining Success

4 Years of Growth, Gratitude, and Redefining Success

What started in a basement has brought me all the way to the Eiffel Tower, and this 4-year anniversary episode of Time Out with the SportsDr is about honoring that journey. From setbacks to breakthroughs, every step has been s…

View more
June 18, 2025

More Than a Title Finding Life Beyond the Hustle– Listen Now

More Than a Title Finding Life Beyond the Hustle– Listen Now

This conversation explores the journey from personal loss to lasting legacy, and how purpose can be born from unexpected change. But beyond the story is a message that hits home being a doctor, a professional, or a high achiever do…

View more
June 4, 2025

Building the Life You Were Meant to Live🎧

Building the Life You Were Meant to Live🎧

Medicine is what you do, not all of who you are. It’s time to shift the conversation toward what truly counts: building lasting wealth, creating freedom, and designing a future that aligns with your values. These aren’t…

View more
May 14, 2025

Real Talk: What Doctors Aren’t Saying About Money & Success

Real Talk: What Doctors Aren’t Saying About Money & Success

Success in medicine isn’t just about what happens inside the white coat—it’s about mastering life beyond it too. That includes having honest conversations about money, learning from those who’ve excelled, an…

View more
April 30, 2025

New Episode: Facing Fear, Finding Focus 🎯 Don’t Miss This One Trash Updates Derrick <thesportsdoctr@176589745.mailchimpapp.com> Unsubscribe

New Episode: Facing Fear, Finding Focus 🎯 Don’t Miss This One Trash Updates  Derrick <thesportsdoctr@176589745.mailchimpapp.com> Unsubscribe

Sometimes life forces us to pause—a diagnosis, an injury, or a setback stops us cold. But in these moments, we often rediscover what matters most: strong relationships, being present, and finding joy in life’s simplest …

View more
April 9, 2025

From Injury to Victory: The Mindset of a Champion

From Injury to Victory: The Mindset of a Champion

Every athlete faces setbacks—but what separates the best is how they rise again.In this episode of Time Out with the Sports Doctor, I sit down with Jency Riley Jr., a tight end at Jackson State University, to talk about the…

View more