Welcome back to Buckeye Focused podcast, Season 2! In this episode, Eric and Nate dive into the power of a simple smile and how it can have a profound impact on our daily interactions. Through discussing the Golden Rule and the benefits of limiting social media usage, they provide practical tips on how to maintain a positive mindset and increase productivity. Of course, it wouldn’t be Buckeye Focused without a touch of college football talk. Join us for an insightful and entertaining discussion on how a small change in perspective can make a big difference.
Always remember: a smile costs you nothing
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Other topics::
St. Eds | Getting off Social Media | The Last Dance documentary | The Golden Rule | Social Media | Control Your Feed | From The Players podcast | The Social Dilemma documentary | Justin Fields | CJ Stroud
Buckeye Focused co-hosts:
- Nate played for the Buckeyes mostly under Coach Jim Tressel between 2007-2011. | LinkedIn
- Eric is the founder of KazSource, Inc, and the creator of this platform, SE | LinkedIn | Twitter
Sites you should totally check out:
- need help with your marketing: KazCM
- digital sports media brand for entrepreneurs engaged in sports: SportsEpreneur
Connect with SportsEpreneur:
- TikTok | YouTube | Instragram | LinkedIn | Twitter
More Buckeye Focused episodes:
- Why Are You With People Who Don’t Value You? | Jimmie Bell | Buckeye Focused
- Accept Responsibility for the Position You Are In
- Just Drop Down and Do 10 Pushups Right Now | Take Action
Two current projects:
- We published a book! Check it out on Amazon: Altered State of Affairs
- It’s all about mental health in sports: Athlete Mindset podcast
Credits for “A Smile Costs You Nothing”:
- This podcast was produced by the team at KazCM
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Eric Kasimov is the founder of SportsEpreneur, part of the KazSource media network. Since launching the platform in 2015, he has hosted over 500 podcast episodes, written and published more than 1,500 articles, and advised business leaders, founders, and creators on building authority through media strategy.
Through his brands — KazSource, KazCM, SportsEpreneur, and QuietLoud Studios — Eric leads teams that produce podcasts, develop brand platforms, and help companies grow through modern content ecosystems. He also scaled KazSource Insurance into a seven-figure boutique agency, providing the foundation for the broader media network he operates today.
His work has been featured in Forbes, Axios, and Front Office Sports, and his podcasts have included conversations with top founders, investors, and athletes turned entrepreneurs.