Latest Blog Article: Leading in Times of Uncertainty with Stephanie Royal

Want to Think2Win? Here's How to Start...

affirmations limitations practice talent think2win thinkup app Dec 15, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Thanks for watching the last video on How to "Level-Up.”

I honor you/your team's desire to learn how to be world-class especially in moments that matter most to you.

I’d like to share something with you that many people do not know.

You are talented enough to be amazing at whatever is important to you. You see, it’s proven in science that it’s NOT talent that makes people great (Talent is Overrated, Geoff Colvin). It's your mindset and focused practice that will move the needle.

You will have an opportunity to learn HOW to practice as well as the mindset required to be your best. Guess what? This will not only affect you. It will affect those you serve as a role model for AND those you influence.

I know how you might feel. “I am not training for a national athletic event” or “I am not on my way to be in the top 1% of any endeavor.”

Here’s the thing. We tend to be happier when we are doing our best. Whatever you have coming up or whatever...

My Gift to You: A Secret Tool How to Show Up and Deliver

deliver level-up mental toughness quiz mindset worksheet Dec 12, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Have you taken the Mental Toughness Quiz? If not, NOW would be a great time. This is just a quick snapshot to see where you are in a couple key areas of Mental Toughness.

If you've already taken the quiz, I honor you for investing time to learn about your mindset in certain situations.

Either way, I have a quick question! Have you ever prepared relentlessly for a competitive event, a presentation or even an important conversation only to show up and NOT deliver?

As a student, young athlete and working professional, I had more than a few memorable struggles of my own, and I don’t wish the frustration and disappointment on anyone. This is why I’ve spent the last two decades studying, researching and working with world-class performers, so YOU don’t have to experience what I did. It’s also why it is SO important for me to share this outstanding worksheet that I normally reserve for my 1:1 and group students!

I know you work hard, and you d...

From “No Talent” to 2X Olympian & Gold Medalist ... A Conversation with Leroy Dixon

believe coach dreams fear leroy dixon level-up mentor possible world-class Nov 21, 2017

Photo Source: www.imageofsport.com

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

What’s one thing we all have in common with world-class performers?

We all experience fear and doubt. These are two emotions that are felt at every level of performance, from novice to world-class. Striving for the next level and performing in moments that matter is scary, for everyone. There are also a couple fundamental differences that separates the best from the rest.

I was fortunate enough to interview Leroy Dixon recently, and he shared two of the most important factors that helped him go from “no talent” to 2X Olympian, gold medalist and (did I mention?) the 7th fastest man ever recorded in his event. Yes, Mr. Dixon has beaten Usain Bolt in his career as well. Maybe we are not going to be Olympians, but we CAN be world-class at what’s important to us. As a matter of fact, I believe we MUST. The army of do-gooders must prevail, so the time for us to level up is now.

Here are the two tips from Leroy ...

2018 Hack: Get Accountable Now!

accountable dedicated focused progress uncomfortable Nov 02, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

November is the new January! What I mean is, November is when to lay the foundation to have the best year ever. I am not talking about resolutions.

I am talking about forming world-class habits, so you can set yourself up for being your best in 2018. Whether it’s getting fit, earning a promotion or forming better relationships with your colleagues or family, there is one way that WILL help you move the needle now, so you can be off to the races by January:

Get Accountable!

Here are a few tips to get started that are backed by the research of Dr. Anders Ericsson, author of Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise:

Find a Teacher/Coach to Be Accountable to:
Preferably one who is an expert in whatever you would like to do. Making significant progress beyond a certain level of competency requires knowledge beyond what we can provide to ourselves. To use this (very important!) person effectively, be sure to be ready to do steps #2 and

One Secret to Next-Level What Matters Most

accountable celebrate wins difficult goal neutralize setbacks next-level Oct 26, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Growing up, no one told me that life can be hard sometimes.

Raising kids, growing a business, running a marathon, and contributing to the community can be incredibly rewarding. And hard.

We can learn a lot from world-class performers. They dream big, do small often and consistently, and they fail (a lot). Are Olympians, accomplished musicians, senior leaders, and those who are starting movements to make the world a better place equipped with super powers, an abnormally high IQ (well, some are but not a prerequisite) or an extra "success" chromosome?

According to Angela Duckworth, the author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, the answer is "no." In order to be world-class at what’s most important to us, we must commit to attempting what’s hard for us. We must be intentional about pushing ourselves to do things that are difficult and then stick with it for a specific amount of time.

If you want to get better at something that’s ...

Why You Need Fear (Not Just on Halloween)!

control emotions fear focus outcome success visualize Oct 19, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

From an evolutionary standpoint, fear is useful. If you are in danger, fear triggers your body to release hormones that prepare you for fight or flight to get out of harm's way.

Fear could save your life. When it comes to high performance in a critical moment though, fear can be problematic if not managed properly. Fear of failure may stand in the way of getting started or encourage you to quit. Fear is also distracting. It can take you from the present moment back to a past failure or into a future irrational thought (i.e. ‘This is never going to work out’). Fear is normal in many cases but needs to be managed properly to encourage you to perform your best especially when it matters most. It’s even common for world-class performers to experience fear as well. The difference is they have the (learned) skills to manage their fear and deal with it at a time that is appropriate, not when they need to shine.

Let’s take it one step further. Fear ...

How to Be More Purposeful

believe intentional possible purpose slow down Oct 15, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Whether you consider yourself a world-class performer or not, you have a lot in common with those among the elite either professionally, academically or athletically.

You may sometimes fall off your purpose or lose it entirely. ‘Is this really what I am meant to do in the long-term?’ ‘What is my purpose or the best way for me to make progress today?’ ‘I need to switch gears , so how do find my (new) purpose?’ Athletes retire or get injured, senior leaders switch careers, academics change fields of interest, so they are not immune either! Lacking clarity on purpose can feel like the middle place, and it doesn’t tend to be too comfortable (at least not in my experience). Partly because we are not making progress towards something where we are making an impact for ourselves and/or for others.

The good news is that we can learn from what world-class performers do a little differently to be more purposeful, so we can move towards being world-cla...

The First Step to Building an Influential Mindset

accountability influence influential mindset outcome Oct 05, 2017

NEW! Join the "Live" Mental Toughness Mastery Round Table with Q & A this Saturday Morning

Take a break in your morning to attend the 2nd of 3 FREE round table discussions via Zoom.us this Saturday, October 7th at 9:30-10:00 a.m. PST. I will be sharing Mental Toughness tips, tools and habits on building an influential mindset, and then open it up for plenty of Q & A. Log in details are below, and I encourage you to share with any colleagues, friends or family members you think would be interested in attending.

Mental Toughness Community Round Table #2: October 7, 2017 9:30 a.m. PST
Topic: "The First Step to Building an Influential Mindset"
Video conference log-in: http://zoom.us/j/6860194592
Or Telephone dial-in：US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 646 876 9923
Meeting ID: 686 019 4592

Now to today's topic: The First Step to Building an Influential Mindset

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

There is a misconception about influence that it is reserved for the elite few or fo...

One World-Class Tip to Control Your Day

ambitions boundaries commitment confidence control mental toughness planning Sep 28, 2017

NEW! Join the Saturday Morning "Live" Round Table with Q & A

I wanted to let everyone know that I will be hosting FREE round table discussions via Zoom.us for the next 3 Saturdays at 8:30-9:00 a.m. PST (the first one will be September 30th). I will be sharing Mental Toughness tips, tools and habits, and then open it up for plenty of Q & A. Log in details are below, and I encourage you to share with any colleagues, friends or family members you think would be interested in attending.

Mental Toughness Community Round Table #1: Sep 30, 2017 8:30 a.m. PST
Topic: World-Class Tips to Control Your Day
Video conference log-in: https://zoom.us/j/339398229
Or Telephone dial-in：US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 646 876 9923
Meeting ID: 339 398 229

Now to today's topic: One World-Class Tip to Control Your Day

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Have you ever had a week where the sh%@t hits the fan? If so, you are most definitely not alone. Here’s a world-class tip on how to bes...

Focus > 2 Focus Hacks So Teens Can Crush It When It Matters

mental toughness for teens Sep 28, 2017

(Scroll to the bottom to view the video.)

Whether teens are getting ready for the upcoming ACT or if they have an important competitive event coming up, being able to Focus is important.

Many teens know this, but they don’t know how. For example, a sixteen-year-old equestrian practiced years to qualify for a national show jumping competition. She was at a distinct disadvantage because her horse was not as talented, nor as well trained as those of her competitors. Regardless, she eventually reached her dream and qualified to compete. Unfortunately she went off course in both of her classes and was disqualified. She felt as though her four years of hard work were erased in five minutes. What happened? “I was consumed by issues I had no control over, and I just lost focus on what was important,” she later reflected.

Here are a couple tips to help teens focus, especially when it matters:

1) Have a pre-game ritual.
It can be very simple, but needs to be consistent before every event, w
...

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

Want to Think2Win? Here's How to Start...

Thanks for watching the last video on How to "Level-Up.”

My Gift to You: A Secret Tool How to Show Up and Deliver

Have you taken the Mental Toughness Quiz? If not, NOW would be a great time. This is just a quick snapshot to see where you are in a couple key areas of Mental Toughness.

From “No Talent” to 2X Olympian & Gold Medalist ... A Conversation with Leroy Dixon

Photo Source: www.imageofsport.com

What’s one thing we all have in common with world-class performers?

2018 Hack: Get Accountable Now!

November is the new January! What I mean is, November is when to lay the foundation to have the best year ever. I am not talking about resolutions.

One Secret to Next-Level What Matters Most

Growing up, no one told me that life can be hard sometimes.

Why You Need Fear (Not Just on Halloween)!

From an evolutionary standpoint, fear is useful. If you are in danger, fear triggers your body to release hormones that prepare you for fight or flight to get out of harm's way.

How to Be More Purposeful

Whether you consider yourself a world-class performer or not, you have a lot in common with those among the elite either professionally, academically or athletically.

The First Step to Building an Influential Mindset

One World-Class Tip to Control Your Day

Focus > 2 Focus Hacks So Teens Can Crush It When It Matters

Whether teens are getting ready for the upcoming ACT or if they have an important competitive event coming up, being able to Focus is important.

Before You Leave, Have You Joined the Waitlist on My New Book The Fearless Female Leader?

Get Our Most Current Mental Toughness Articles, Tips, Tools, Videos and More!