Mastering Performance Under Pressure with Kate Good - E46

Do you want to harness a champion's mindset to excel in high-stress situations? In this episode, Charlène Gisèle speaks with Katelyn Good, former world-class figure skater and now a mental performance coach, who works with top-tier professionals and athletes across industries. Katelyn shares the mental strategies that helped her compete at world championships, revealing how these same tools can help anyone, from athletes to corporate executives, master their mindset and achieve peak performance.

Throughout the conversation, Katelyn explains how visualization, neutral thinking, and aligning actions with core values can build mental resilience, helping you overcome self-doubt and stay focused under pressure. She dives into the psychology of discipline, showing how small commitments build trust with yourself and increase confidence over time. From performing on the ice to facing everyday challenges, Katelyn's insights provide a powerful framework for building the mental skills you need to succeed in any arena.

“Your discipline today dictates your future. Start with small commitments to build unbreakable trust with yourself.” - Kate Good

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The power of visualization and how it can prepare you for any high-stakes moment.

• Techniques for overcoming negative self-talk and replacing it with constructive, factual language.

• How to use neutral thinking to focus on the facts rather than get lost in emotions.

• The benefits of setting value-based goals to prevent burnout and enhance personal fulfillment.

• How small, disciplined actions every day can build confidence and resilience.

• Why having an alter ego or “performance persona” can help you excel in high-pressure situations.

Resources:

• Connect with Kate Good on LinkedIn: Kate Good LinkedIn

• Learn more about her mental performance coaching services and guided visualizations.

Connect with Charlène:

• Website: charlenegisele.com

• Instagram: @charlenegisele

• LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle LinkedIn

Facebook: Coached by Charlène

Key moments:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 03:04 How did Katelyn’s journey in sports shape her career in mental performance coaching?

• 04:45 What is visualization, and why is it effective?

• 07:05 How can you use visualization to overcome fears and prepare for success?

• 14:29 How does Katelyn incorporate ritual into her pre-competition routine?

• 23:33 How can neutral thinking help you stay grounded?

• 32:22 What is preventative psychology, and how does it help manage performance anxiety?

• 37:08 How can focusing on past success build confidence in new challenges?

• 41:47 How does setting value-based goals help prevent burnout?