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How are you travelling at this time of year? Are you looking forward or are you getting bogged down in the end of year overwhelm? This week's blogpost encourages us to focus on the next step, have a short memory and keep swimming ahead as we head towards the end of the year. #wellbeing #leadership #learning #teachers #education #leadership https://lnkd.in/gVjdNwRw

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 #𝟭𝟮 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵—D𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂? Every single Olympian competing in Paris has a coach or mentor. They know that to be the best at what they do, they need guidance, accountability, and support. Behind every medal, there’s a coach who helped shape that journey, pushing them through challenges and celebrating their victories. Contrast this with many amateur athletes in various sports - they often go it alone, without the guidance of a coach. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’s 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵: 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗲, 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱, 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿. So, the question is: do you want to be a middle-of-the-road, amateur business person? Or do you want to reach the pinnacle of your industry and be the best you possibly can? Success doesn’t happen in isolation. Just like Olympians, we all need someone to push us, challenge us, and help us see our blind spots. Who’s helping you be the best you can be? #Coaching #Mentorship #OlympicMindset #SuccessJourney #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #BeTheBest #ReachYourPotential

It's Talent Development Tuesday! Fresh from a trip to the USA Swimming Olympic Trials in Indianapolis, we’re inspired at the amazing accomplishments we witnessed, and we’re not just talking about the winners. The trials were a masterclass in resilience, focus, and the power of a positive mindset. Watching athletes give their all, we are reminded that the journey often matters more than the destination. More than 1,000 swimmers age 13 to 46 were competed for 52 spots on the U.S. Olympic Swim Team – just 26 men and 26 women – in events where .01 of a second could separate the best from the rest. Olympic hopefuls train for years, facing countless challenges and setbacks. Yet, what sets these athletes apart is their mindset. They embrace the process, knowing that every practice, every stroke, and every moment of perseverance contributes to their growth. In the world of talent development, this perspective is invaluable. Encouraging teams to focus on the journey rather than just the outcome fosters a culture of continuous improvement and resilience. Celebrating small wins, learning from setbacks, and maintaining a growth mindset can lead to long-term success and fulfillment. So, as we cheer for our athletes, let’s also reflect on our own journeys. Embrace the process, stay resilient, and remember that each step forward is a victory in itself. #TalentDevelopmentTuesday https://lnkd.in/eB4FZiS3

𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 #𝟭𝟮 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗢𝗹𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵—D𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂? Every single Olympian competing in Paris has a coach or mentor. They know that to be the best at what they do, they need guidance, accountability, and support. Behind every medal, there’s a coach who helped shape that journey, pushing them through challenges and celebrating their victories. Contrast this with many amateur athletes in various sports - they often go it alone, without the guidance of a coach. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’s 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵: 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗹𝗲, 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱, 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿. So, the question is: do you want to be a middle-of-the-road, amateur business person? Or do you want to reach the pinnacle of your industry and be the best you possibly can? Success doesn’t happen in isolation. Just like Olympians, we all need someone to push us, challenge us, and help us see our blind spots. Who’s helping you be the best you can be? #Coaching #Mentorship #OlympicMindset #SuccessJourney #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #BeTheBest #ReachYourPotential

Triathlon and Leadership. In this article Tony Armstrong looks at how some basic Leadership Principles are just as relevant when undergoing an endurance event such as a Triathlon. In this case it was the Ironman 70.3 Swansea back in July 2023 but the same 3 principles could be applied to any event.. Have a read and see what you think: https://lnkd.in/eykpwjM6 Neil Jurd OBE Paul Jones Katie Smart Rob Holden

𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐋 Series (Part 4) “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run [their very best to win], but only one receives the prize? Run [your race] in such a way that you may seize the prize and make it yours! Now every athlete who [goes into training and] competes in the games is disciplined exercises self-control in all things. They do it to win a crown that withers, but we [do it to receive] an imperishable [crown that cannot wither]. Therefore I do not run without a definite goal; I do not flail around like one beating the air [just shadow boxing]. But [like a boxer] I strictly discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached [the gospel] to others, I myself will not somehow be disqualified [as unfit for service].” 1 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨 9:24-27 𝘼𝙈𝙋 “𝗜𝗧 𝗔𝗜𝗡’𝗧 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗜𝗧’𝗦 𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥” 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙁𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙇𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨: 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙀𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 Imagine a race. Everyone runs, but only one wins. The Apostle Paul uses this analogy in 1 Corinthians 9 to remind us: Leadership is about finishing well. 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀. We compete not for fading rewards, but for an eternal crown. Paul says, "I don't run without a definite goal" (v. 26). 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆? Are you "eating" the right things spiritually? Do your habits and choices empower you to win? 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁. It's not about "sloppy living" (v. 26 MSG). It's about dedication and focus, just like a marathoner training to win. 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱? 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗚𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗨𝗣! Yogi Berra famously said, "It ain't over till it's over" (quoted). There's always time for a turnaround. The gold medal, the symbol of lasting leadership impact, is still within reach. 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁: True leadership legacy isn't about size or numbers. It's about the lives you influence through your actions and choices. How will your daily choices shape the next generation? . ღ(¯`◕‿◕´¯)ღ . #ToGodBeAllTheHighestGlory #TheWordOfGodIsAliveAndPowerful #Logos #rhemafortoday #JesusIsLord #PowerOfTheHolySpirit #GodsKingdomComesNearThroughYou #PurposeDrivenLife #MissionDrivenLife #ServantLeader #LevelUpYourLife #EveryoneMattersToGod #ActivateWellness #faith #hope #love #ArnoldOLOGY . 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲! 𝐌𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐝! 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g5Ck8bgG ⬅️ . .

I observed something interesting (and heartening) at my daughter's swimming lesson this week. She was able to do a swimming technique independently for the first time. As soon as she did it, her swimming instructors rushed to high-five her. Soon after, the instructors high-fived each other. You could see the joy in their faces at the moment, and their brief celebration showed how much they were happy for my daughter doing well. It wasn't just that instance. Leading up this moment, they patiently persisted and encouraged my daughter to push herself and improve step by step. I could see that they were committed to her doing well. The swimming lesson wasn't just a task/job for them, it was to help their students (not just my daughter, by the way) learn and thrive in the water. This was a great example of leadership in action. Where the leaders are committed to their people's success, which means a lot to them. They celebrate with them once they get there and then help them focus on the next step. The activity then becomes so much meaningful for everyone involved. I know my daughter has started enjoying her swimming lessons since she started at this swim school. I have no doubt that this is due to the care, support and encouragement of her instructors. Isn't that what leaders in workplaces should do as well? As they care, support and encourage their people, work becomes so much more enjoyable and meaningful. Would you agree? #leadership #servantleadership #leaders #people #serve #support #nurture #championothers #encouragement #success #impact #joyatwork #highperformingteams #culture

Motivation and Attitude Drive Success in Sports and Life! 💪 “Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” – Lou Holtz, American former football coach. In both sports and life, it’s not just your talent that takes you far, but the attitude and motivation that fuel your journey. As athletes, leaders, or professionals, how you approach challenges determines your success. While skills are important, staying motivated and maintaining a positive attitude allows you to perform at your best and achieve your goals. Stay driven, keep pushing your limits, and remember: greatness is a combination of ability, motivation, and attitude. 🏅 #LouHoltz #MotivationMonday #SportsLeadership #AthleteMindset #SuccessFormula #StayMotivated #PositiveAttitude #SportsInspiration #IndiaProud #EAthliaEdTech #SportManagement #Sports #Olympicmission2036 #Olympics2036

The article "In the long run: What leaders can learn from an Olympic gold medalist" by McKinsey features insights from Alistair Brownlee, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and triathlon world champion. #Leadership #Resilience #Determination #Success #OlympicGold #Triathlon #Inspiration #HabitFormation #Conviction #SupportSystem

Why would someone want to spend 7 hours in the open ocean on a 14 ft board with no paddle or any other assistance except their own strength? Tyler set a goal to train, qualify and compete in the Catalina Classic late last year. At first it was a thought. The thought became a vision and goal, and in the end he created purpose and meaning for himself. It started with a Why. Being in the water is part of who this young man is. He started surfing when he was 8. Being recognized as part of an elite group of athletes to compete in this event is part of his Why. Having a purpose and a WHY changes a person. I am blown away by the transformation in my son the past six months. What's your WHY? #leadership #coaching #transformation #positiveintelligence #mentalfitness #predictiveindex #coactive #team #highperformingteams