Entrepreneur Insider Video of the Week: Achieve a Never-Quit Mentality Watch this free Entrepreneur Insider session with Mark Pattison, who is on a mission to become the first NFL player to climb the highest peaks on each of the world's seven continents.

By Mark Pattison • Aug 14, 2019

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Former NFL player Mark Pattison is an entrepreneur, mountaineer, philanthropist, podcaster, author and dad. He is currently on a quest to be the first NFL player to climb the Seven Summits (the highest peaks on each of the world's seven continents) and along the way has gained a lot of insights into overcoming setbacks and staying focused on goals.

In this high-energy, inspiring discussion, Mark shares those insights to help you unlock your potential and identify your key driving motivators so that you don't quit on your goal when times get tough. He'll help you recognize your "why," understand the necessary sacrifices you need to make, and get you on a plan of daily discipline to keep yourself accountable until you reach your summit.

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Mark Pattison

Athlete, Philanthropist, Consultant

Former NFL Player now climbing the Seven Summits. Have done 6 of the 7 with Mt Everest left. Have started 3 Multi-Million dollar companies with one venture backed and sold and now work as SVP of Sports Illustrated. More can be found here: www.MarkPattisonNFL.com.

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