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High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset

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Do you want to develop the mindset of the World’s Best? Are you ready to unlock your true potential?

Join Dr. Cindra Kamphoff each week, a national leader in the field of Sports and Performance Psychology, as she interviews thought leaders, executives, professional athletes, and entrepreneurs to help you get out of your comfort zone and after your goals.

With nearly one million downloads and counting, Dr. Kamphoff provides insights into her personal work with the Minnesota Vikings, Fortune 100 companies, and other top executives and athletes to help you accomplish all your goals and dreams.

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132: A Setback is a Comeback with Maddie Maruska, Former Gymnast

September 13, 2017 18:24 - 35 minutes - 64.3 MB

Maddie, the feature story in Chapter 15 of Beyond Grit, is a former gymnast who overcame an ACL injury to competed in the State Meet in the vault and beam. On the night of the state meet right after accomplishing her dream goals, she was hit head on by a drunk driver. She broke both of her legs and could no longer compete in the sport. Despite these hardships, she says she is “lucky.” Listen to hear why. BeyondGrit.com

131: Owning the Moment & Pro Sport with Josh Lifrak, Director of the Mental Skills Program with the Chicago Cubs

September 07, 2017 15:21 - 40 minutes - 74.1 MB

During this Facebook Life event, Josh Lifrak, Director of the Mental Skills Program with the Chicago Cubs, and Cindra talk about working in Pro Sport, her new book Beyond Grit, and the 10 Powerful Practices to Gain the High Performing Edge. To order a copy of Beyond Grit, go to BeyondGrit.com. Order by Thursday, Sept. 7th at 11:59 EST and you will receive $5 off, free shipping, free audiobook, and free ebook. www.BeyondGrit.com

130: How You Can Become a Tide Turner with Cardiff D. Hall, Author, Speaker and Coach

August 31, 2017 05:40 - 1 hour - 118 MB

Cardiff D. Hall has a passion for life and helps individuals transform their self being so they reach and sustain achievement. He is a relentless optimist and has over 25 yaers of experience in marketing and sales. Cardiff’s book Tide Turners - The Practical Guide To Help You Feel In Control, Experience More Joy and Sustain Achievement In Life earned a #1 new release on Amazon in January 2017. He coaches individuals who seek to achieve and delivers weekly inspiration and practical advice i...

129: 10 Practices of the World's Best

August 29, 2017 04:06 - 9 minutes - 17.7 MB

 “Nothing will work unless you do. Success comes from knowing that you did your best to become the best that you are capable of being.” – John Wooden In this episode, Cindra reveals her Top 10 Practices of the World’s Best which is the structure of her new book, Beyond Grit: Ten Powerful Practices to Gain the High-Performance Edge. You can get a free download and PDF of the 10 Practices and take part in the Beyond Grit Workshop at beyondgrit.com. Summary: High performers work to develo...

128: Building Confidence in Yourself

August 20, 2017 14:19 - 10 minutes - 19.4 MB

"Confidence isn't walking into a room thinking you're better than anyone, it's walking in not comparing yourself to anyone at all." LiveLifeHappy.com Summary: High performers are confident – they believe and trust in their ability. They have certainty that they will be successful. They work to be fully prepared, give their best effort and are their own best friend. Affirmation this Week: I choose confidence. I choose to believe and trust in my ability.

127: Transition to College Athletics with Confidence with Carmen Tebbe Priebe, Ph.D., Sport Psychologist at Upside Down Performance & University of Iowa

August 13, 2017 04:51 - 46 minutes - 84.3 MB

Dr. Carmen Tebbe Preibe spent 9 years at the University of Oklahoma Athletic Department. At OU, she provided counseling, performance enhancement, leadership, and team-building services for all OU student-athletes.  While we loved life in Oklahoma, her and her husband wanted to raise our children closer to family and moved to Ankeny, Iowa in August 2015.  She worked for the Iowa State University Student Counseling Services for 9 months and then started in her current role as a part-time spo...

126: How to Have Present Moment Focus

August 10, 2017 01:15 - 10 minutes - 19.4 MB

“Life is available only in the present moment.” —Thich Nhat Hanh High performers know that their mind can be in three places: the past, present or future. Next time your focused on the past or future in a negative way, remember that these are the places where negative emotions live. Your success is determined by your ability to stay in the present moment. To stay focused on the here and now, commit to staying aware of your focus, moment by moment. It’s all about awareness first, choice sec...

125: The Keys to Peak Performance with Dr. Alan Zimmerman, Hall of Fame Speaker & Author

August 04, 2017 14:50 - 46 minutes - 84.7 MB

Dr. Alan Zimmerman is the author of two books: Pivot: How One Turn In Attitude Can Lead To Success and The Payoff Principle: Discover the 3 Secrets for Getting What You Want Out of Life and Work. He has delivered more than 2000 programs, in 49 states and 22 countries.  Recently, Alan was awarded the CSP by the National Speakers Association (NSA), an award given to the top 5% of all speakers nationwide. And in 2003 was awarded the CPAE (Council of Peers Award for Excellence) Speaker Hall of ...

124: 4 Take-Aways from Ken Ravizza

July 29, 2017 00:04 - 9 minutes - 18 MB

“Goal setting is critical in performance but the key is what are you focused on TODAY to get better? The time is now the place is here.” Ken Ravizza In this episode, Cindra shares 4 take-aways she got from interviewing Ken Ravizza. Summary: High performers constantly work on themselves. They are in constant evolution. They focus less on how they feel. They enjoy the people that they are around and learn to love where there feet are. Affirmation this Week: “Today, I will enjoy where I’m...

123: Mastering the Mental Game with Dr. Ken Ravizza, Educator, Professor, and Mental Game Expert

July 21, 2017 18:01 - 1 hour - 124 MB

Dr. Ken Ravizza was a professor for over 40 years at Cal State Fullerton and has become a legend in professional baseball where he helps teams and athletes master the mental game. He has worked in professional baseball for over 25 years, and has worked closely with Joe Madden, the manager of the Chicago Cubs. Over the years he has worked with Madden at the Angels, Dodgers, Rays, and now at the Cubs. He has been involved in over eight Olympic Games where he has helped athletes master the ment...

122: A Purpose Greater Than Yourself

July 17, 2017 13:00 - 8 minutes - 16 MB

“No man or woman is an island. To exist just for yourself is meaningless. You can achieve the most satisfaction when you feel related to some greater purpose in life, something greater than yourself.”— Denis Waitley Summary: High performers live on purpose. They know their purpose. They are committed to something greater then themselves. This week's affirmation: "I live and play on purpose. My purpose is greater than myself. I have a unique purpose and live that purpose."

121: Developing Mental Toughness in Sport, Business and Life with Dr. Jason Selk, Bestselling Author, Speaker & Coach

July 12, 2017 04:09 - 29 minutes - 53.5 MB

Jason Selk is considered to be one of the premier performance coaches in the United States. He helps numerous well-known professional and Olympic athletes as well as Fortune 500 and Fortune 100 executives and organizations develop the mental toughness necessary for high-level success. While serving as the Director of Mental Training for the St Louis Cardinals, Dr. Jason Selk helped the team win their first World Series in over 20 years. Dr. Selk’s second book, Executive Toughness, is a bes...

120: How to Turn Your Passion into Purpose

July 07, 2017 17:00 - 9 minutes - 17.7 MB

“There is no passion to be found playing small- in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” Nelson Mandela High performers find and follow their passion. They turn that passion into their purpose – knowing that their purpose makes them uniquely you. They cultivate that passion – work to grow their passion. They keep trying new things until they find it. So, they can be one of the 11% of people in the world doing what they love! Affirmation this Week: I fi...

119: Secrets of Successful Coaches with Dr. Greg Dale, Director of Sport Psychology Duke University Athletics

July 04, 2017 03:32 - 50 minutes - 93 MB

Gregory Dale, Ph.D. is a Professor of Sport Psychology and Sport Ethics at Duke University. He is also the Director of the Sport Psychology and Leadership Programs for Duke Athletics. In addition to his work with Duke athletes and coaches, Greg consults with numerous college and professional athletes/teams as well as organizations and corporations around the world. Greg has written four books related to leadership, performance, and parenting.   In this interview, Greg discusses: The dif...

118: What To Do When You Want to Give Up

June 29, 2017 13:34 - 8 minutes - 15.6 MB

High performers are gritty. They don’t give up on their goals. They stay the course by owning their why and  remember that difficulties happen for them. They imagine the finish line to keep them going, and then take the next step toward what they want. My Affirmation this Week: “I am gritty. I don’t give up. I stay the course.”

117: Performing Under Pressure with NY Times Bestselling Author, Dr. Hank Weisinger

June 24, 2017 22:59 - 1 hour - 113 MB

A world-renowned psychologist and Author of several books including the recent New York Times Bestseller Performing Under Pressure, Dr. Hank Weisinger has also written several other books including Emotional Intelligence at Work, The Power of Positive Criticism, The Genius of Instinct, the New York Times Bestseller Nobody’s Perfect. He has spent three decades helping individuals and organizations enhance their personal and work effectiveness through innovative applications of clinical, cou...

116: How to Master Yourself

June 23, 2017 01:52 - 10 minutes - 25.1 MB

High performers work to understand themselves. They are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. They are an observer of themselves and they use the ABCs to stay aware. My Affirmation this Week: “I work to understand myself and my tendencies. I master myself to reach a new level.”

115: Know Who You Are with Dr. Wendy Borlabi, Sport Psychologist with the Chicago Bulls & Founder of Borlabi Consulting

June 18, 2017 02:28 - 56 minutes - 128 MB

Dr. Wendy Borlabi is currently working with the Chicago Bulls and is founder of Borlabi Consulting, a performance psychology firm. She is an independent consultant with the National Basketball Association, and worked for the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) at their training center in San Diego for six years (two Winter Olympic and one Summer Olympic Games).  She co-founded Acumen Performance Group along with six current and ex-Navy SEALs, and spend five years at James Madison Univer...

114: How and Why to Be Kind to Yourself

June 13, 2017 18:58 - 8 minutes - 19 MB

“So many years of school and getting degrees yet nobody ever taught us how to love ourselves and why it’s so important.” Lewis Howes High performers are self-compassionate – they practice kindness. They work to not beat themselves up. They know this leads them to greatness, fulfillment and a high performance. They talk to themselves like their best friend would. Affirmation this Week: I am kind to myself. I love myself. I am enough.

113: Finding Your Inner Runner with Jason Karp, Ph.D., Author, Coach and Entrepreneur

June 10, 2017 03:11 - 35 minutes - 64.7 MB

A runner since age 11, Dr. Jason Karp is one of America’s foremost running experts, entrepreneur, and creator of the Revo2lution Running certification. He owns Run-Fit, LLC, the premier provider of innovative running and fitness services. A prolific writer, Jason is the author of eight books including: The Inner Runner, Run Your Fat Off, 14-Minute Metabolic Workouts, Running a Marathon For Dummies, Running for Women, and 101 Winning Racing Strategies for Runners. As a private coach, he h...

112: The One Thing to Know about Mindset

June 05, 2017 00:59 - 9 minutes - 22.7 MB

“You must learn a new way to think before you can learn a new way to be.” Marianne Williamson High performers live and teach. They see their problems as gifts – as puzzles to solve. They see their difficulties as opportunities. They channel their inner Gabe and are thankful for their experiences, people and moments. When they do this, they increase their performance, happiness and grit. This Week's Affirmation: I master my mindset. I grab a hold of my goals. Nothing is too hard or imposs...

111: How to Have More Courage

May 30, 2017 14:44 - 9 minutes - 21.6 MB

“Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the decision that something else is more important than fear.” Ambrose Redmoon High performers know that growth happens in their Courage Zone. They act with courage and bravery. They play big! They take risks and try new things. They live a life continually pursing their dreams. Affirmation this Week: I choose my Courage Zone. I will play big, try new things, and act with courage and bravery.

110: How to Develop a Miracle Mindset with JJ Virgin, NY Times Bestselling Author, Podcaster & Fitness Expert

May 21, 2017 16:41 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

Celebrity nutrition and fitness expert JJ Virgin teaches clients how to lose weight and master their mindset so they can lead bigger, better lives. She is author of 4 NY Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. Her memoir Miracle Mindset: A Mother, Her Son, & Life’s Hardest Lessons explores the powerful lessons in strength and positivity that she learned after her son Grant was the victim of a bru...

109: How to Find Happiness

May 20, 2017 15:48 - 9 minutes - 8.51 MB

“The greatest discovery of any generation is that a human can alter his life by altering his attitude.” William James, psychologist High performers understand that happiness is a choice. They realize happiness doesn’t come from what they do or accomplish, it comes from a decision. High performers choose to focus on the 3 Ps of Happiness – pleasure, passion and their higher purpose. Affirmation this Week: I choose happiness. I focus on what I love to, my passion, and my higher purpose.

108: Leadership is Influence with Director of Leadership at IMG Academy, James Leath

May 15, 2017 01:11 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

James Leath joined IMG Academy in 2015. As Head of Leadership Development, James develops and delivers curriculum for IMG Academy student-athletes across 8 sports and presents to visiting teams, companies, and professional athletes. James attended Fresno State University where he received his B.A. in Communication. During college, when he wasn't playing football, he was best known for being the beloved mascot of Fresno State, Time Out. After graduation, James went on to play quarterback fo...

107: How to Double Your Belief In Yourself

May 12, 2017 22:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

“You weren’t an accident. You weren’t mass produced. You aren’t an assembly-line product. You were deliberately planned, specifically gifted.” Max Lucado, Best-selling author High performers are confident – they believe and trust in their ability. They learn and let go when they make a mistake, knowing that failure is just feedback. They end their day building their confidence. And they imagine their future with excitement and picture greatness. Affirmation this Week: I choose confidence...

106: Ditch the Doubt with Speaker, Coach, and Trainer, Barbara Churchill

May 06, 2017 19:47 - 53 minutes - 123 MB

As an engaging and inspiring speaker who mixes humor with a powerful message, Barbara Churchill has been mentoring working women for over twenty years. Having built and run three successful businesses herself with revenues in seven-figures, she has learned what it takes to create the kind of work/life balance that is meaningful and sustainable. Barbara has lead sessions on self-confidence and leadership for Fortune 100 companies. She also speaks on communication, work/life integration, emplo...

105: How to Consider Your Purpose

May 05, 2017 01:12 - 9 minutes - 22.7 MB

Mark Twain once said that: “The two most important days in your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why.” High performers, or people who are working to reach their greater potential, live on purpose. They know their purpose. They know why they get up in the morning. They are committed to something bigger then themselves. This week's affirmation: I live and play on purpose. No one else has the same experiences, knowledge and gifts as I do. I have a unique purpose and ...

104: Conscious Coaching with Bestselling Author, Brett Bartholomew

May 01, 2017 00:51 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

In this interview, Brett Bartholomew, provides us a preview of his new book, Conscious Coaching: The Art and Science of Building Buy-In which achieved “Best Seller” and was ranked in the “Amazon Top 100 Books Overall.” Brett Bartholomew is a strength and conditioning coach, author, consultant, and founder of the performance coaching and consulting company, Bartholomew Strength. His experience includes across 23 sports at levels ranging from youths to Olympians. He’s supported Super Bowl an...

103: How to Focus on the Possibilites

April 28, 2017 00:47 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MB

“If you think you can or think you can’t, your right.” Henry Ford High performers focus on the possibilities. They think big and dream about their future. They do not put limits on their ability or achievements. Instead, they defy limits. They don’t settle for average. Today's Affirmation today: I choose to see the possibilities for myself and my future. I stay gritty, believing I can do the impossible. I see all the ways I can make it happen.

102: The Mental Athlete with Dr. Kay Porter, Porter Performance Systems

April 20, 2017 03:32 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Dr. Kay Porter owns Porter Performance Systems, a sports and organizational counseling firm in Eugene, Oregon. She teaches mental training techniques to athletes, teams, businesses, and school districts. She has also worked as a sport psychology consultant to the University of Oregon Athletic Department, USA Track and Field, and the U.S. Tennis Association. She is the author of The Mental Athlete: Inner Training for Peak Performance and Visual Athletics (my favorite imagery book!). In this...

101: 3 Signs You're Gritty

April 13, 2017 17:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Gritty people know what they want. In the face of adversity and setbacks, they go after their goals with deep commitment. They have passion, perseverance and purpose that drives them toward long-term goals. Are you gritty? In this episode, Cindra talks about 3 Signs to know if you are gritty! This week's affirmation: "I am gritty. I have a deep commitment to my long-term goals. I put in the hours necessary for success."

100: Be the Best You with Dr. Vernice Richards, Director of Mental Conditioning & Peak Performance, Evert Tennis Academy

April 10, 2017 02:18 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

Dr. Vernice Richards is the Director of Mental Conditioning and Peak Performance at the Evert Tennis Academy. She is originally from Trinidad and Tobago. She is a certified by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP-CC #505), received her Masters in Counseling specializing in Sports Psychology from Boston University and her PhD in Sport Psychology from Florida State University. In this interview, she discusses her pyramid of success, how she teaches breathing and mindfulness, and...

99: 3 Things I Learned from Tony Robbins

April 06, 2017 22:42 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Last weekend I went to an event called “Unleash the Power Within” with Tony Robbins. This episode is about 3 things I learned. High performers don’t believe their 2 million year brain. They choose to condition themselves to be happy and grateful. What is wrong is always there, and so it what is right. They focus on love, gratitude and appreciation when they are fearful. And they hang around with outstanding people to raise their game. Today's affirmation: "I raise my game. I step up. I m...

98: Compete Like a Champion with Dr. Larry Lauer, USTA Mental Skills Specialist

April 01, 2017 22:30 - 1 hour - 55.8 MB

Dr. Larry Lauer is the Director of Player Development for the US Tennis Association. In this role, he is also a mental skills specialist working with the most elite tennis players in the U.S. to help accelerate them from juniors to pros. He works with athletic coaches to help them support and develop their athletes. In this interview, he talks about how three things separate the best in the world: 1) an unbelievable work ethic focused on always getting better, 2) a commitment to the proces...

97: How to Avoid 3 Common Mental Barriers

March 28, 2017 15:56 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

High performers break free of mental barriers. They dream big. They play big. They continuously push themselves and their limits. They realize fear will always be there if they are growing and learning. They choose to stay present moment focused and make a decision to be confident. This week's affirmation: "I dream big. I play big. I continuously push myself past my limits to find a new level."

96: How to Think Like The World's Best

March 24, 2017 16:46 - 8 minutes - 7.61 MB

High performers don’t play small. They play big. They continuously push themselves and their limits. They go after their big dreams. And each day, the work to reach their best and their greatest potential. They ask themselves, “what would the best in the world do right now?” This week's affirmation: I play big. I move forward towards my dreams and goals with passion. I do what the world’s best do!

95: What the Best Do with Dr. Gloria Balague, Sport Psychologist with the Chicago Bears & USA Track & Field

March 21, 2017 17:41 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

Gloria Balague is a sport psychologist who currently works with the elite athletes and teams including the Chicago Bears, USA Gymnastics and USA Track and Field. She taught at the University of Illinois, Chicago starting in 1988 and retired just a few short years ago. Gloria has attended several Olympic and World Championships helping athletes with the mental game.  She says that the world’s best have two distinguishing characteristics: 1) they have a clear picture of where they are right ...

94: How to Deal with Negativity Part 2

March 19, 2017 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

“All stress begins with one negative thought.” Rhonda Byme High performers take control of their thinking. They notice their ANTS and talk back to their ANTS (automatic negative thoughts) in a powerful and productive way. They drive their CAR by catching it, addressing it, and releasing it. This Week’s Affirmation: “Successful people don’t believe everything they think – so I don’t have to either.”

93: How to Deal with Negativity Part 1

March 17, 2017 17:25 - 9 minutes - 8.42 MB

“Negative Thoughts stick around because we believe them, not because we want them or choose them.” Andrew Bernstein High performers recognize that their thoughts are the most important factor in reaching their greater potential. But they don’t believe everything they think! They decide to reduce their ANTs (automatic negative thoughts) and take command over their thinking. This Week’s Affirmation: I don’t believe everything I think. I talk to myself in a powerful and productive way.  

92: Dial In and Focus with Dr. Duncan Simpson, Mental Conditioning at IMG Academy

March 13, 2017 01:47 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

Duncan Simpson, Assistant Head of Mental Conditioning at IMG Academy, is passionate about working with people to maximize their potential and help them accomplish what they haven’t. In this interview, he talks about how focus, not confidence, is the most important mental skill. The best focus on the right things at the right time. The key is to detect distractions and dial in for 1 minute. Duncan describes that confidence is a belief state. Confident is not an emotional state. It doesn’t m...

91: How to Strive for Excellence Not Perfection

March 07, 2017 22:56 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MB

“Failure happens all the time. It happens every day in practice. What makes you better is how you react to it.” Mia Hamm High performers have a burning desire to be at their best. They have high standards for themselves and others around them. They are driven to succeed and get satisfaction from pursuing their goals. They take their mistakes in stride, however, remembering that not everyone is perfect. My High Performance Affirmation: I have a burning desire to be at my best. I am driven...

90: How to See a Setback as a Comeback

February 25, 2017 22:53 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MB

“If you change the way you look at things, the thing you look at change.” Wayne Dyer High performers use reframing daily which is the process of recreating alternative frames or looking at their life, sport, or the world. They don’t ignore the injury, difficulty or pain, but instead see a different perspective and how the obstacle is helping me. This helps them feel unstoppable and jazzed about their life, sport, and job. My High Performance Affirmation: I use reframing regularly to k...

89: How to Think Powerfully

February 11, 2017 16:37 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MB

“If you think you can or think you can't, you're right.” Henry Ford. High performers choose powerful, possibility-oriented, process focused and positive thoughts regardless of the situation and what is happening around them. They know this type of thinking leads to success. High performers address weak, negative, restrictive and outcome-focused thinking which does not lead to reaching their greater potential. My High Performance Affirmation: I make a commitment to not believe everyt...

88: How to Fail Forward

January 30, 2017 14:00 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MB

High performers know that how they interpret their failure greatly determines their success. They approach failure as an opportunity. They see failure as essential for them to grow, learn, get better, understand themselves. They see failure as helpful in reaching their full potential. Week’s Affirmation:  I see failure and mistakes as opportunity to learn and grow. I know failure is a  learning tool so I embrace it instead of fight it.

87: In Praise of Failure with Dr. Mark Anshel

January 29, 2017 01:44 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

Dr. Mark Anshel talks about his new book, In Praise of Failure: The Value of Overcoming Mistakes in Sports and Life, in this podcast interview. Dr. Anshel has written 12 other books, and over 145 research articles. He has applied his concepts with college athletes and coaches, law enforcement, exercisers, sports rehabilitation settings, performing artists and corporate leaders. Mark came to study failure from his own experiences failing. He says we are taught to see failure as harmful, but...

86: Decide to be Confident

January 23, 2017 19:59 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MB

High performers are confident – they believe and trust in their ability. They wear their confidence armor so they don’t take comments and actions of others personally, but can still learn and grow. They appreciate their experiences that they have led them to where they are today. They choose confidence! Affirmation this Week: I choose confidence. I choose to believe and trust in my ability to be at my best for myself and my team.

85: Think Like the World's Best with JF Menard, Kambio Performance

January 19, 2017 22:36 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

JF Menard, a performance psychology specialist, joined the internationally acclaimed entertainment company Cirque Du Soleil at the age of 25, fresh out of graduate school. “They didn’t hire me for my experience. They hired me for my passion.” In this interview, he talks about how being around the best athletes in the world helped him elevate his game. He provides several lessons learned (one from a clown) and how his work at Cirque lead him to start Kambio Performance in 2013. Over the yea...

84: How to Achieve Your Goals

January 16, 2017 13:47 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MB

High Performers have clearly written goals that are slightly difficult to stay hungry and excited for their sport, business and life. They work hard every day to reach their goals and are deliberate with their daily activities. They go the extra mile to achieve their goals because they are gritty.   Week’s Affirmation: I know what I want and every day I work towards my goals. I go after my goals with passion and excitement. I stay focused and gritty.

83: The Resilience Factor with Dr. Mustafa Sarkar

December 22, 2016 21:17 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MB

In this interview, researcher and lecturer, Dr. Mustafa Sarkar, describes his powerful and cutting-edge findings on resilience with high achievers and Olympic champions. He defines resilience as the “the ability to use personal qualities to withstand pressure.” He discusses 6 personal qualities that resilient people have which include: 1) positive and proactive personality, 2) experience and learning, 3) sense of control, 4) flexibility and adaptability, 5) balance and perspective and 6) per...

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Amy Morin
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Brett Bartholomew
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Jim Taylor
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Jim Thompson
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JJ Virgin
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Jon Gordon
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Michael Gervais
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Rob Bell
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