In this short segment of the Revenue Builders Podcast, we revisit the discussion with Tony Marino, Senior Advisor at Fiserv and executive coach to high-performing leaders. The discussion dives deep into the non-negotiable role of physical and mental wellness in leadership. From billion-dollar responsibilities to 30,000-person teams, Marino explains why sustaining peak performance demands the same discipline as elite athletes. Whether you're leading a company, a team, or just striving to stay on top of your game, this episode will challenge your excuses and inspire a new mindset.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
[00:00:48] Big Leadership = Big Stress
Leaders often oversee billions in revenue or tens of thousands of people—making personal wellness crucial.
[00:01:32] Corporate Athletes are the New Standard
Executive performance hinges on diet, sleep, exercise, and stress management
[00:02:25] One or Two Hours a Day for You
Marino's rule: If you’re not carving out personal time daily, you’re cheating yourself—and your team.
[00:03:38] You Can't Lead Others If You’re Off Balance
When leaders neglect self-care, it shows up in decision-making, temperament, and team performance.
[00:04:45] Success Requires Pattern Recognition
Great leaders recognize the signs of burnout early and act fast to recalibrate.
[00:05:34] "If I Just Had More Time" Is a Trap
Most leaders don’t lack knowledge—they lack deliberate time management.
[00:06:23] Join the 6% Club
Referencing Michelle Rosen’s book, Marino explains why only 6% stick with goals—and how to be one of them.
[00:07:19] Discipline and Planning are Everything
Plan your day with intent. Success isn’t about hustle; it’s about preparation.
QUOTES
[00:01:58] “You need to be a corporate athlete if you’re going to succeed in these big, tough jobs.”
[00:02:25] “If you’re not giving yourself one or two hours a day, you’re cheating yourself.”
[00:03:38] “You can’t take care of your team if you can’t take care of yourself.”
[00:04:45] “The most successful people I’ve met know themselves really, really well.”
[00:05:34] “The most common sentence I’ve heard from leaders is, ‘If I just had more time…’”
[00:07:44] “The key is being deliberate and planful. That’s how you become part of the 6% club.”
Listen to the full conversation through the link below.
https://revenue-builders.simplecast.com/episodes/embracing-the-work-of-resilient-leadership-with-tony-marino
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