Coburn Ventures Podcast #185: The Athletic Moment for Practical Times in Investing with Dr. Morris Pickens, Pip Coburn, Brynne Thompson
Apr 25, 2024
Dr. Morris Pickens, a sports psychologist who works with golfers and business leaders, shares insightful strategies for navigating pressure-filled environments. He introduces the concept of the 'athletic moment' to help investors build supportive routines. The discussion delves into the mental game, drawing parallels between sports and investing while emphasizing emotional composure. With practical techniques for managing distractions and enhancing focus, Pickens reveals how to cultivate core competencies for sustained excellence in both fields.
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Practical vs Athletic Moments
- Practical moments make us tighten up and stick close to the usual methods.
- But true athletic moments demand uncommon insight and abnormal approaches to succeed.
Create Clear Routines
- Establish a clear, repeatable routine to generate uncommon insights reliably.
- Avoid standard industry thinking to prevent mediocrity and stay on an uncommon path.
Mo's Athletic Moment Example
- Mo's athletic moment is delivering unique insights at the right moment to impact a golfer's performance.
- He shared an example of encouraging Zach Johnson before the 2007 Masters final round to boost confidence.