# Dreams Aren’t a Want — They’re a Need (with Philip Jayhawk Chan)

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Podcast: [The Pursuit of Badasserie: The Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-pursuit-of-badasserie-the-podcast-6454558)
Published: 2026-03-24T09:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepursuitofbadasserie/episodes/Dreams-Arent-a-Want--Theyre-a-Need-with-Philip-Jayhawk-Chan-e3gr8h2
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## Resource

In this episode, Philip Jayhawk Chan, founder and CEO of his firm and a rising voice in the world of leadership and success, breaks down what it truly takes to build an empire. Philip shares his personal journey from athlete to entrepreneur and explains how he’s built a life around intention, discipline, and strategic self-awareness. He challenges the common “dream big” mindset and reframes it into something far more powerful: your goals aren’t a want — they’re a need. Philip discusses how he approaches his NBA ownership goals with relentless urgency and how he continues to grow as a leader by focusing on skills, systems, and the people he surrounds himself with. He also shares success principles around earning your rewards, mastering self-awareness, and building a life at the intersection of passion and skillset. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Convert your wants into needs Philip explains that the difference between people who succeed and those who don’t is relentless urgency . Your goals should feel as essential as breathing. 2. Success requires relentless effort Entrepreneurship isn’t a trend — it’s a grind. Philip emphasizes that big dreams require big work, consistency, and resilience through setbacks. 3. Earn your rewards Philip shares how he only rewards himself once he reaches a certain level — not before. This mindset prevents entitlement and keeps you grounded in reality. 4. Self-awareness is the foundation of success If you don’t know yourself, you won’t know your purpose. Self-awareness shapes your goals, your decisions, and your life direction. 5. Find the overlap between passion and skillset Philip suggests starting with interests and letting them evolve into purpose. The most fulfilling life is built where what you’re good at meets what you love. 6. Surround yourself…

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