The Power of Showing Up: A Conversation with David Raih
Release Date: 05/16/2025
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info_outlineOn this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I’m joined by my good friend David Raih—football coach, motivator, and one of the best examples I know of what it means to truly go after your purpose. David’s journey is powerful. He left a great job, walked away from comfort, and took a risk, just to follow his passion for football and people.
We talk about what happens when you’re willing to show up even when you’re scared. From chasing down Rick Neuheisel at UCLA—literally showing up at his press conference—to flying to Texas Tech to meet Cliff Kingsbury who had no idea he was coming, David’s story reminds us that our path isn’t always easy, but it’s always worth it.
We discuss what it’s like to start from the bottom, battle through setbacks, build real relationships, and keep moving forward with faith and positivity. David shares so much wisdom about the power of action, the importance of mentors, and what it means to serve others, on and off the field.
If you’re searching for your purpose, or maybe you’re facing a tough moment, you’ll want to hear David’s story. I loved this conversation. I know you will too. Let’s get started. Your vision. Your purpose. Your life. It’s time to show up.
About David,
David Raih is an American professional football coach who is the tight ends coach for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football as a quarterback for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Raih entered coaching as an intern at UCLA in 2008 and has also coached with the Hawkeyes, Texas Tech Red Raiders, and Vanderbilt Commodores of the NCAA and the NFL's Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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