Stop Chasing the Scoreboard

Cletus Coffey’s Playbook for Real Success

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Chris (Loogie) Luger
October 03, 2025

It’s time to stop chasing validation on the scoreboard and start building a life you actually want to live. Be the torch. Don’t wait for someone else to light the way, do it yourself.

Stop Chasing the Scoreboard

Most of us have been trained to believe success is all about the scoreboard.
👉 The money in the bank.
👉 The car in the driveway.
👉 The job title on your LinkedIn.

But what happens when you hit those so-called “wins” and still feel empty?

That’s exactly what this week’s guest, Cletus Coffey, discovered the hard way. Once a world champion athlete, he built a business empire—only to realize he was chasing the wrong game. His health was slipping, his marriage collapsed, and his identity was wrapped around achievements that didn’t truly matter.

Now, Cletus coaches single dads and business leaders on how to build elite human beings first—men who lead with authenticity, balance, and power.

“The scoreboard is just feedback. It doesn’t define you. Your self-worth isn’t tied to wins and losses.” 

Cletus Coffey

⚡ What We Talked About

  • Why tying your worth to numbers and titles will sabotage your happiness

  • The “anchors” that secretly hold men back (health, relationships, ego)

  • The 5 Core Areas you need to grow at the same time:

    • Finances

    • Fitness

    • Family

    • Focus (emotional intelligence)

    • Foundation (higher purpose/spirituality)

  • How vulnerability and truth set you free more than money ever could

  • The morning routine that builds unstoppable momentum

“We don’t live in silos. Your business, your health, your family—it's all connected. Ignore one, and the whole thing collapses.”

Cletus Coffey

Listen & Watch Now

This one had me fired up! and honestly, goosebumps at certain parts. If you’ve ever felt like you’re grinding hard but still losing at the bigger game of life, this episode is a must-listen.

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Podcast Episode · Extreme Personal Finance Show · 09/26/2025 · 33m

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