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#158 From Rugby to TikTok Influencer — Ben Mercer on navigating the transitional periods in his life, being a professional athlete with an English literature degree, the diversity of the rugby world, various motivations in sports, his passion for rugb

7/31/2023 • 73 min

Ben was a professional rugby player with an English literature degree — something not unheard of in the diverse rugby world, but also certainly not usual. After retiring from the sport, he was confronted with the task of redesigning his life. Although it was initially tough, he took the slow approach of focusing on the things he enjoys doing, which proved very beneficial in the long term. Ben has self-published 3 books so far, he is freelancing, running courses and he recently became a rising TikTok creator. 🎥🍿 YOUTUBE: WATCH HERE Links: Twitter — @bcemercerPersonal page — benmercer.meBen's NewsletterTik Tok — bcemercerInstagram — bcemercer📚 Ben's books: FringesOur RaceEndgame⌛TIMESTAMPS(00:00) - Intro (02:38) - The scripts that Ben grew up with (05:30) - School, University and Rugby (18:51) - The transitional period in France (26:05) - Transitioning to a new life (38:08) - Getting into writing (56:25) - Becoming a Tik Toker (01:06:27) - What did Ben learn from sports (01:09:23) - Closing remarks 📕Buy Paul’s Book (50k+ Sold): The Pathless Path😁 Join Hundreds On Unconventional Paths: Pathless Path Community 📲Connect + Follow Paul Twitter: @p_millerdPaul’s Newsletter: Subscribe to PathlessPaul’s YouTube: Subscribe🙏Further Ways To Support The Podcast: Accounting, Taxes, And Payroll For Your S-Corp (Ideal for $60k+ income): CollectiveLooking for alternatives to traditional health insurance in the US? Check out CrowdhealthI use Transistor to host this podcast. It rocks. Launch Yours HereI record high-quality videos using Riverside: Sign Up HereEpic transcription & text-based video editing via DescriptWant to launch a course? Teachable is what I recommendWeb Hosting: Skystra Fast WordPress HostingHost your own community" Circle 14-day free trial

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