Sport Psychology
The Difference Between Success and Excellence
Most people believe success and excellence are interchangeable terms. Actually, they aren’t. Success in the performance world is about achieving…
Read MoreWhy Aren’t More People Excellent?
There are two reasons most people are not excellent in whatever they choose to pursue in life. The first is …
Read MoreUnderstanding Process and Outcome
In great performance organizations, teams and individuals there is actually a paradoxical relationship between process and outcome.
Read MoreSustainable Excellence Through Process, Discipline & Focus (Part 3)
I’ve presented the process and discipline components of sustainable excellence in the last two posts. The final piece of the performance equation is focus.
Read MoreSustainable Excellence Through Process, Discipline & Focus (Part 1)
Don’t rely on the latest tip of the day or fad of the month to achieve your personal or collective best. There will always be another leadership or self-help book, infomercial, exercise program, diet, etc., proclaiming to take you to the Promised Land. Truth be told, many techniques are helpful for temporarily improving some aspect…
Read More5 Steps To Avoid Complacency
Remember the fire in the belly you felt on the way to achieving a goal? Here are five steps to avoid complacency once you’ve achieved your dream goal.
Read MoreWhat Motivates You?
Research has identified two types of motivation driving performers – mastery (also known as task) and ego. Individuals who are motivated to perform by …
Read MoreWhat All Leaders Can Learn from NASCAR
This weekend the NASCAR racing series returns to the Talladega Speedway. Last year I was interviewed by Megan Englehart of Fox Sports about the pressures facing young drivers in the Truck Series elimination race at this track. As the circuit returns to Talladega this year, I’ve reflected on some lessons all leaders can learn from high-pressure events…
Read MoreHow Do I Get in the Zone?
You know what it feels like to be in the Zone but how do you get there consistently? Here’s the key to ending up in the Zone.
Read MoreRedefining Passion In Leadership
It’s true that passion is essential to excellence. But I find leadership passion is very misunderstood. Passion comes in many different packages.
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