How to Ruin Your Own Reputation

From Foster Care to The Olympics with Steven Benedict

Listen on

Episode notes

Meet Steven Benedict! As a professional track and field athlete and Olympic Trials Qualifier, Steven Benedict has run in some of the worlds most prestigious events. He’s been Featured in 50 national and international magazines such as Train, ESPN Magazine, Mens Fitness, Mens Health and Fitness RX. These accomplishments were not what was expected based on his early years. Steven’s childhood began in an abusive home which resulted in he and his brother’s placement in foster care. Over the course of his first 8 years, he was moved between homes and motels with little certainty of what the next day would bring. At age 8, he and his brother were adopted by an incredible couple which possessed traits of joy, humility, sacrifice and unconditional love. Steven defied the odds and is back stronger than ever to be proof that experiences in life are nothing more than another day of training in becoming a champion for others. He is passionate to set the pace for the coming generations as an example of what relentless strength and faith can accomplish. **Steven is the founder of “[Fostering Success](http://www.fosteringsuccess.co/)” an organization that pairs Professional Athletes with Foster Kids to create awareness, offer mentorship and support ongoing opportunities for fostered and adopted children nationwide.** Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, we will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Thank you for your support. ** Guest Links ** 🔗 IG: @stevieyb22 🔗 Website: http://stevieyb.com ** Follow Us ** 🔗 Marci's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/marciwarhaft 🔗 Chantal's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/chantal13 🗣️ Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/Reputation ☕️ Enjoy the podcast? Buy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/marciwarhaft --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marci-warhaft/message