DiscoverThe Story Effect#15 How to Train Your Mind Like the Best Performers on the Planet: A conversation with performance psychologist and author of Learned Excellence, Eric Potterat, PhD
#15 How to Train Your Mind Like the Best Performers on the Planet: A conversation with performance psychologist and author of Learned Excellence, Eric Potterat, PhD

#15 How to Train Your Mind Like the Best Performers on the Planet: A conversation with performance psychologist and author of Learned Excellence, Eric Potterat, PhD

Update: 2025-06-17
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Greatness isn't luck. It's learned. Eric Potterat, PhD has worked with the LA Dodgers, Red Bull athletes, NASA astronauts, US women's national soccer team and the Navy Seals to name only a few and has the secrets on how to lead and win. This episode is a breakdown of some of Danielle's favorite ideas from his book, Learned Excellence.

Additional Resources:

Connect with Eric:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-g-potterat-phd-49ab6b93/

https://learnedexcellence.com

Connect with Danielle:

The Story Effect http://thestoryeffect.com/

Instagram http://instagram.com/storyeffectpodcast

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellekrischik

Learn about Knight Agency http://knightagency.com/

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Key Takeaways:

  • High performers across various fields share similar mental principles.
  • Mental toughness is about controlling the human stress response.
  • Identity is how we view ourselves, while reputation is how others view us.
  • Top performers prioritize their identity over their reputation.

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#15 How to Train Your Mind Like the Best Performers on the Planet: A conversation with performance psychologist and author of Learned Excellence, Eric Potterat, PhD

#15 How to Train Your Mind Like the Best Performers on the Planet: A conversation with performance psychologist and author of Learned Excellence, Eric Potterat, PhD