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The High Performance Podcast

The Alex Ferguson advice I chose to ignore, with Ole Gunnar Solskjær - Hand-picked

Nov 3, 2023
10:51
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Norwegian football manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær shares his motivation and the lessons he learned from his father. He reframed the challenges of being a striker and received advice from Sir Alex Ferguson and Danny Welbeck. He discusses the importance of hitting the target and taking responsibility in football and emphasizes the significance of behavioral factors in building a team, highlighting the impact of Bruno Fernandes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Taking personal responsibility and avoiding excuses is crucial for success.
  • Focus on taking control and constantly striving for improvement in all aspects of life.

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Taking Responsibility and Controlling the Controllables

In a conversation with his dad, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer received a pivotal piece of advice that set him back on course to success. His dad instilled in him the mindset of taking personal responsibility for his actions and not making excuses. This lesson was reinforced when his dad questioned his late-night partying habits and whether it was the behavior of a top athlete. Solskjaer realized the importance of self-discipline and the need to control the controllables. This mindset helped him overcome distractions and obstacles throughout his career.

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