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Explore the phenomenal success of Nike's "Just Do It™" with Douglas Vandergraph. Understand how this compelling slogan has driven change, inspired action, and cemented itself in the hearts and minds of people globally. From marketing brilliance to its motivational essence, see why "Just Do It" continues to encourage individuals to conquer their fears and achieve their aspirations.

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00:00Hey friends, welcome to today's video. Today is going to be the greatest day of your life.
00:07Nike. They're a global powerhouse in the sports and athletic wear industry and have long been synonymous with
00:14excellence, innovation, and
00:16inspiration. Now, they were founded in
00:191964 and Nike has continued to push the boundaries of performance and style,
00:24empowering athletes and enthusiasts alike to achieve their best.
00:30But perhaps their most influential contribution to the world isn't a product or a technology.
00:37What if it's a simple three-word slogan that has transcended sports to become a universal mantra?
00:45Just do it.
00:47You know, in my opinion, one of the most brilliant advertising slogans of all time is Nike's iconic
00:55Just Do It.
00:56You know, sure, it's generated billions of dollars in revenue since its launch more than two decades ago.
01:03And while I admire and appreciate that,
01:06deep in my heart,
01:07it's not the reason why I love it. You see, we all associate Nike with sports and athletics,
01:13so it's easy to think that Just Do It message is about not being lazy,
01:18about summoning willpower or digging deep and finding resources you didn't know you had.
01:25It's all about pushing yourself to the end, no matter how challenging the journey is.
01:32Now, all of that for me is absolutely in there.
01:35But before you can get to any of that, whether you're running a race or starting a business,
01:41you have to have something else.
01:44And you know, what Just Do It really calls to, in my opinion, is courage.
01:50You know, what holds back someone whose doctors just told them they need to get more exercise,
01:56but that person hasn't strapped on a pair of running shoes in 20 years?
02:00You know, I believe it's not laziness or a lack of willpower.
02:04I believe in today's society.
02:06It's fear. You know, people worry. Will I look like a fool?
02:11Will I do it wrong?
02:13Will I be out of breath after a minute?
02:16Or will people laugh at me?
02:19You know, and
02:21what's true in that situation is true in virtually every endeavor in life.
02:26It's our fears that stop us from taking the first step or making that first move.
02:32And the answer to that, in my opinion, is so very, very simple.
02:37You know, people will say, but I'm not good enough yet. I say,
02:42just do it.
02:43But I don't have the money right now.
02:46Just do it.
02:48But I'm not ready.
02:50Just do it.
02:52But I don't know how.
02:54Just do it.
02:57But what if I fail?
02:59Just do it.
03:02In other words, in my opinion,
03:04never mind the past. Never mind what you have or haven't done up until now.
03:10Never mind all the reasons why you can't and all the people who tell you why you can't.
03:16Never mind how scared you are. Don't bother trying to solve any of that crap.
03:23Ignore it and simply begin.
03:26Take action on that thing you've imagined. Move decisively in the direction of your dreams.
03:32Get to where you
03:35want to be.
03:36You know, all that and a little three-word phrase that's emblazoned on t-shirts, billboards, hats, bags, and boxes.
03:44Everywhere you look. And has been burned into the brains of a huge number of people on this planet.
03:51Extraordinary and wonderful, don't you think? You know, Nike set out to transform their business with that slogan.
03:58There is no question they did that. But I think they may have done something much, much more valuable.
04:05They've supplied the
04:07little voice
04:09inside countless heads with a simple and incredibly powerful response to any fear-driven doubt,
04:17hesitation, or resistance.
04:19I mean think about this. Who knows how many businesses, how many minds,
04:25how many lives have been transformed by those three little words?
04:30Just do it.
04:32You know, and so the next time you face your challenge or when doubt starts to creep in,
04:38I'm going to ask you to remember Nike's timeless wisdom and just do it.
04:43Because in the end, it's not about perfection. It's about taking that first step and embracing the journey.
04:50Think about your dreams and the goal and the goals you have in your mind right now. And then think,
04:56what's holding you back?
04:58Is it fear? Is it doubt?
05:00Okay, well acknowledge it and then set it aside.
05:05Start with a small step.
05:07You know, no matter how uncertain you feel, each step forward is going to build momentum. And before you know it,
05:14you'll be closer to your dreams than you ever thought possible.
05:18So embrace the
05:20the spirit of just do it and watch your world transform.
05:25The power to change your life is in those three simple words.
05:29So go ahead. I give you permission.
05:33Just do it.
05:35You know what? I know you can do it. I believe in you. I think you're amazing.
05:40And you know what? I'm here to support you every step of the way. So let's just do it together.
05:47I'll be back tomorrow with some more information. I care about you. And you know what? If anybody's worth it,
05:54you are.
05:56I'll see you tomorrow.
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