Inability to make decisions is one of the principal reasons executives fail. Deficiency in decision-making ranks much higher than lack of specific knowledge or technical know-how as an indicator of leadership failure. John C. Maxwell How many times have...
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ENDORSEMENTS
Freddie did an outstanding job presenting to our Future Football Coaches at the AFCA Convention. I believe it’s the first time I’ve ever heard a group ask to stay and continue working with Freddie versus going to their next session! The information he provided was relevant, practical, and his presentation style was very engaging. I would not hesitate to invite him back to speak at other programs we conduct.
Ron Brewer | Assistant Director of Leadership Development NCAA…your presentation to our student-athletes was a fantastic, reality-based and actionable discussion. Each of the student-athletes with whom I spoke the following day had very positive things to say about the value of the seminar and its quick impact on them…
Michael G. Strickland | Sr. Associate Commissioner, Football for the ACCThere is an extraordinary amount of practical wisdom dispensed in this book. But Freddie systematically goes beyond the realm of simply identifying the problems by providing God-inspired solutions. Read it and you will be blessed.
Jim Caldwell | Head Coach, Detroit LionsFreddie Scott is an outstanding speaker and one of the most articulate speakers I have ever heard. He is a gifted orator, he has incredible presence, and he treats his audiences with dignity and respect. I have heard a lot of speakers; Freddie Scott is one of the best. When he speaks, he speaks from the heart. You can feel his warmth, sincerity, and passion.
Linda Jacobs Washington | Former Assistant Secretary for US Department of AdministrationThroughout Freddie’s ongoing association with the National Football League, his exemplary character, dedication and compassion for players coupled with his personal life experiences have positioned him as one of the notable members of the league.
Troy Vincent, Sr. | Director of Football Operations, National Football League
AFFILIATES | CLIENTS
Husband. Father. Pastor. Author. Speaker. Coach. Athlete.
Freddie Scott has a history as a player in the National Football League, a pastor, executive coach, public speaker, and author. He is the founder and president of Unlock The Champion, a non-profit organization committed to leadership development and empowering people to understand and maximize their influence by “Knowing their worth, and leading with values”.
Today Freddie travels throughout America speaking on such issues as leadership, healthy relationships, character development, personal growth, and parenting. The NFL Players Association acknowledged his work by awarding Freddie the 2013 Kenny Washington Award for community service, and the PTA of Tennessee also awarded Freddie a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010.
To date, Freddie has been featured on CNN, HLN, and TBN, and has spoken to thousands helping to empower people to identify and cultivate their gifts. Freddie has a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, certified in Leadership Development and Executive Coaching by the Townsend Institute. Freddie is an author, a certified Transition Coach for the NFL Player Engagement Program, and serves as a family expert for the NFL Players Association conducting workshops across the country helping player’s transition from football to being better leaders, husbands and fathers. Freddie also serves as a consultant for the ACC supporting their member schools on character and life skill development. He is also nationally certified in Mental Health First Aid, and Suicide Intervention.
Freddie loves nothing more than to share what he’s learned with others who are eager to grow. If that sounds like you, then we need to connect!
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There is a crisis in America today. The crisis of children growing up without a father, a daddy, a positive male role model. In this book, Freddie speaks on behalf of these children. He speaks to the fathers as a father, as an advocate and as a teacher.

Build Your Legacy
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Today I will be exploring the final aspect of the definition of a leader. As we have seen over the past couple articles, having a comprehensive definition of leadership is a multifaceted, layered process that includes a variety of...
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In an effort to define an integrated definition of leadership I’ve explored the layered definition of leadership and compared it to the research findings to the self-based evaluations that I have taken over time. Winston and Patterson (2006) “uncovered...
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In an effort to define an integrated definition of leadership I’ve explored the layered definition of leadership and compared it to the research findings to the self-based evaluations that I have taken over time. Winston and Patterson (2006) “uncovered...
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“Growth is the great separator between those who succeed and those who do not. When I see a person beginning to separate themselves from the pack, it’s almost always due to personal growth.” John C. Maxwell Identifying and developing...
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I spent some time investigating the leadership attributes for self-managing teams and exploring the need for developing trust within a group. I explored the research conducted of a study of 300 self-managed teams at a large manufacturing plant of...
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I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep; I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion. Alexander the Great There is an ongoing debate about whether leaders are born or...
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Success is achieved by developing our strengths, not by eliminating our weaknesses. Marilyn vos Savant Few things in life can be as frustrating as not knowing your strengths, and having them developed. I vividly remember the painstaking process of discovering...
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“Great thoughts speak only to the thoughtful mind, but great actions speak to all mankind.” Theodore Roosevelt Have you ever wondered why you’ve struggled with accomplishing goals? It doesn’t matter whether it’s your weight loss, relationship status, or financial...
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“Most of the successful people I’ve known are the ones who do more listening than talking.” Bernard Baruch We’ve all experienced the impact of someone not listening at some point. Whether it’s a husband who won’t listen to his...
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In life we can easily get caught up focusing on how being a great leader that we forget what matters most to truly have a greater influence on people. It doesn’t matter if you are a CEO of a...
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Have you ever met a self-made man? You know…the person who pulled himself up by his own bootstraps, and was able to single handedly create the success that they experience today. The person who never made a mistake, never...
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Commitment for some people is word that brings out fear and uncertainty. The reality is that anything worth accomplishing that is worthwhile will require commitment. Here are a few quotes to inspire you to commit to your goals. It...
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“You always have two choices, your commitment versus your fear.” – Sammy Davis, Jr. A lot of people have goals. They have valid reasons for why they need to accomplish the goal. They can even develop a plan and...
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James Dobson is quoted saying, “Don’t marry the person you think you can live with; marry only the individual you think you can’t live without.” Something amazing happens in relationships when you remind yourself of why you fell in...
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Myth: It’s better to divorce to be happy, than stay married and unhappy. Truth: Unhappily married adults who divorced or separated were no happier, on average, than unhappily married adults who stayed married. Even unhappy spouses who had divorced...
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Guidelines to help you perfect your daily success routine One of the top 10 issues that men and former professional athletes struggle with is time management. Growing up, we are always told what to do, where to go, and...
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I was honored to be selected to be awarded the Kenny Washington Award by the NFL Players Association for my work in the community, and being an advocate to strengthen families. Kenny Washington broke the color barrier in the...
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This is the fifth and final installment in a series of articles to help you actually accomplish your goals in 2015. In our first article on New Year, New You we focused on importance of having a clear vision...
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This is the fourth installment in a series of articles to help you actually accomplish your goals in 2015. In our first article on New Year, New You we focused on importance of having a clear vision and 5...
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Sometimes relationships get stuck from time to time. Dealing with the day-to-day grind of work, kids, housework usually leaves little time for creativity and romance. If you are not careful, you can find yourself seeing your loved one as...
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This is the third installment in a series of articles to help you actually accomplish your goals in 2015. In our first article on New Year, New You we focused on importance of having a clear vision and 5...
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In our first article on New Year, New You we focused on importance of having a clear vision and 5 things to consider when thinking of your vision. Today, we are address the second step in creating a new...
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I like what Benjamin Franklin said, “Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.” With every new year you have a fresh opportunity to evaluate what...
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It is difficult to put into words the meaning and impact of someone who transformed not only this nation, but the world. A person who has a legacy of justice, freedom, peace, and love that has cemented him into...
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Franz Schubert is quoted saying, “Happy is the man who finds a true friend, and far happier is he who finds that true friend in his wife.” Cultivating the relationship between a husband and wife is essential for a...
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Best-selling author Stephen Covey once said, “Trust is the glue of life. It’s the most essential ingredient in effective communication. It’s the foundational principle that holds all relationships.” I couldn’t agree more! Trust is the foundation of any relationship....
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This is the time where spending time with those you love is so special. Alexander Smith once said, “Christmas is the day that holds all time together.” During this holiday season...
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This Thanksgiving, take a moment to reflect on what you have been blessed with this holiday season, rather than what you may still want. Sometimes the things that we think will bring us the most happiness, end up being...
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Over the course of this past year, I have enjoyed searching for inspiring quotes to both motivate and challenge me as a leader in my home and community. Sometimes they have proven to be just the thing that I...
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The NFL announced today that Adrian Peterson is suspended without pay for at least the rest of the 2014 season, and won’t be considered for reinstatement until April 15, 2015 due to violation of the Personal Conduct Policy. This...
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Watch this Samsung TV commercial and let me know your thoughts on whether this is an fitting image of the average husband. Are men aloof, distant, and totally unaware of their roles and responsibilities in the home? Husbands –...
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Mother Teresa once said, “Intense love does not measure, it just gives.” A common mistake in many relationships is to start to measure what other person has or hasn’t done, and using that to justify what you do or...
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Martin Luther is quoted saying, “Let the wife make the husband glad to come home, and let him make her sorry to see him leave.” What would relationships look like if both people focused on doing what Martin Luther...
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John F. Kennedy is quoted saying, “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” This is especially true when dealing with transition of a career....
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It is said that the “depth of relationship that you have with a person determines the depth of influence that you have with them as well.” If this is true, then we must be intentional developing deep and honest relationships...
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On the heels of yet another arrest of a NFL player for domestic violence, the time is NOW for men and women to understand the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships. The lack of awareness of the healthy building...
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7. Pass on your legacy. Shannon L. Alder is quoted saying, “Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched in the minds of others and the stories they share about you.” Today, you have the opportunity to...
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6. Protect your legacy. G.K. Chesterton is quoted saying, “The true soldier fights not because he hates what’s in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.” Isn’t that true in life as well? When a...
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5. Model your legacy. Ever wonder why flight attendants give the instruction to “put the air mask on yourself BEFORE attempting to help others around you?” It’s because years ago NASA conducted a study on what happens when the...
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Barbara Johnson is quoted saying, “Never let a problem to be solved be more important that a person to be loved.” Many times in the heat of an argument, it can be easy to forget the importance of the...
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Wondering what you can do as a dad to make the greatest difference in your child’s life? Wonder no more, as Chuck Swindoll spells it out for you clearly and removes any doubt.
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4. Create your legacy. The famed artist Michelangelo is quoted saying, “I saw an angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.” What is the “angel” that can only be set free in your life with focused...
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3. Plan your legacy. Donald Rumsfeld said, “Think ahead, don’t let day-to-day operations drive out planning.” So many times in life we are so busy fire-fighting the challenges of life, that we don’t spend the time to make sure that...
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2. Accept your legacy. George Orwell is quoted saying, “Happiness can only exist in acceptance.” Life can be unfair, and challenging to say the least. The question is whether we focus our time, energy and thoughts on what happened in...
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1. Know your legacy. George Santayana is quoted saying, “Those who are unaware of history are destined to repeat it.” The question is, “Do you want to repeat the patterns of your family tree? This is the same process for...
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“Everyone must leave something behind when he dies,” my grandfather said. “A child or a book or a painting or a house or a wall built or a pair of shoes made. Or a garden planted. Something your hand touched...
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Powerful stories of life, strength during struggle, and the heart of a true champion.
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Freddie Scott II and Unlock the Champion are launching an ambitious goal of recruiting 100,000 fathers, pastors, business/community leaders, and mentors to engage their homes and community. Change in our community can’t happen without you! Become a Champion TODAY by...
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Resolving any conflict is a hard thing to do well, especially within your own family. Ultimately though, pursuing conflict resolution is an opportunity to glorify God, serve others, and create Christ-like transformation in our own lives. Leave A Legacy...
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Every child wants to spend time with their Dad. Because Everything is better with Dad. A little video from our friends at Igniter Media.
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Give yourself the opportunity to hear the heart and intent of your spouse when starting a conversation rather than assuming that they don’t have your best interest in mind. There are opportunities in every conversation for it to be collaborative...
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Let’s be honest. Some days are just harder than others when dealing with family. There are days where our patience with those we love is just paper thin. It is in this time of weakness that we can say...
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Leadership is not complicated, but it is work! And it must be intentional. As John Maxwell says, “EVERYTHING rises and falls on leadership!” This means whatever is, or isn’t happening in your home is dependent on how effective the...
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I read this poem a few days ago and it inspired me to think about what’s in my bag of tools for living a successful life. BAG OF TOOLS Isn’t it strange how princes and kings,and clowns that caper...
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Colorado Springs, CO (January 19, 2014) – Unlock the Champion Founder and former NFL wide receiver Freddie Scott address a crowd of service members and their families at pre-game event was hosted by Ft. Carson, the Real Warrior Campaign...
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It’s hard to believe that the greatest message the world will ever hear is contained in one simple scale. (Voice over by Willie Minor.)
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This video is a telling of the Nativity story through the eyes of kids. There are a few facts that aren’t quite accurate, but it’s a fun, light-hearted way to open any Christmas-themed service from our friends at Igniter...
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Interesting talk about what we can do to instill a “never quit” mentality within our kids. Talent and IQ alone does not ensure success. What ensures success is our children are willing to learn, and process new information. Watch...
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We are excited to announce the launch of our youth initiative to make a difference in the lives of youth in Nashville called TRU Champs Academy. TRU Champs Academy is an after school program that is offered by Unlock...
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Kansas City, MO (September 19, 2013) – Unlock the Champion founder, Freddie Scott II, represented the NFL for a Community Conversation on Mental Health as a part of the national initiative launch from President Obama. The day consisted of...
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Nashville, TN (July 24, 2013) Former NFL player and Unlock the Champion Founder, Freddie Scott II, is interviewed by Fox 17 to discuss his thoughts on the current issues involving high school, college, and professional football players.
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Nashville, TN (May 9, 2013) Davidson County DCS joined with community partners recently to celebrate 2013 graduates and youth who earned a GED while in DCS custody. The event, Celebration of Excellence, was emceed by Scott Couch, news anchor...
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Unlock the Champion Founder, Freddie Scott II, talks with host Paul Crouch, Jr. about his book, The Dad I Wish I Had, and the importance of faith and family. Aired on TBN’s international broadcast.


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