How To Think Like A Winner (And DROP The Excuses) - PK Subban

Mar 31, 2025

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Excuses don’t win championships. Mindset does.What separates winners from everyone else? It’s not talent. It’s not luck. It’s the ability to face pressure, take ownership, and refuse to make excuses. In this episode of Gent’s Talk (S10, E144), host Samir Mourani sits down with NHL All-Star PK Subban to break down the winning mentality—how elite athletes and leaders push through adversity, overcome self-doubt, and stay focused under pressure.

PK Subban is an NHL Norris Trophy Winner and Olympic Gold Medalist with Team Canada. In addition to his playing career with the Montreal Canadiens and Nashville Predators, PK is a philanthropist and entrepreneur with several ventures including a partnership with WeCook.

What you’ll learn:

- Why excuses are the enemy of success

- The mindset shift that separates winners from quitters

- How to handle pressure and take responsibility

- The real cost of blaming external factors instead of adapting

If you’re ready to level up your mindset and start winning, this episode is for you.

Hit play now to uncover the the mentality you need about winning

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