#182: Don Yaeger—Inside the Daily Routines of the World’s Greatest Achievers (And What You Can Learn)
Jul 8, 2024
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Don Yaeger, expert in studying daily routines of achievers, shares habits of legends like Michael Jordan. Topics: Daily habits for success, balance between arrogance and humility, using past challenges for motivation, Kobe Bryant's journey to excellence, and habits of high achievers.
High achievers foster a mindset of hating losing more than loving winning to drive continuous improvement.
Successful individuals combine arrogance in preparation with humility in execution for sustained growth and excellence.
Deep dives
Importance of Hating Losing More Than Loving Winning
Building a habit of hating losing more than loving winning emerged as a crucial trait among high achievers. They understood that while winning brought short-lived pleasure, true motivation stemmed from despising losing. This mindset shifted the focus from mere victory to continuous improvement and learning from failures, as exemplified by legends like Michael Jordan and their dedication to surpass expectations.
Balancing Arrogance in Preparation with Humility in Execution
Successful individuals exhibit a unique blend of arrogance in preparation and humility in execution. They approach training with a relentless drive to prove themselves, combine this with an unyielding work ethic. This dual approach, as seen in athletes like Kobe Bryant, allows them to push their limits while maintaining a modest outlook during performance, fostering continuous growth and excellence.
Building a Supportive Circle and Personal Accountability
Surrounding oneself with the right people emerged as a key practice among top performers. John Wooden emphasized the significance of evaluating and adjusting one's social circle to align with personal goals. Embracing personal accountability and rejecting excuses reinforced their commitment to growth and excellence, setting them apart as proactive architects of their success.
Continuous Improvement Through Learning and Discipline
Continuous self-improvement through intellectual and emotional nourishment played a pivotal role in the routines of successful individuals. They dedicated time to reading, listening, conversing, and observing to enhance their knowledge and perspectives. By prioritizing consistent learning and discipline, high achievers like Don Yeager pursued excellence as an ongoing journey rather than a destination.
What does it take to be truly great? It's easy to think greatness is only for a lucky few. But that belief will leave you powerless—feeling that without certain natural traits, high levels of success just aren't in the cards for you. But what if the real difference between average and great lies in simple, doable habits and mindsets that anyone can adopt? The truth is, there are some not-so-obvious hacks that can help rewire your brain for greatness.
In this week’s episode, host Donald Miller sits down with Don Yaeger, the New York Times bestselling author of over 40 books, including biographies of some of the world's greatest athletes and leaders. Yaeger shares profound insights from his rare interviews with over 2,500 high achievers like Michael Jordan, John Wooden, Walter Payton, and more. He unveils the daily habits and mindsets that have catapulted true legends to the top. Tune in and learn the secrets of the world's most successful people and how you can use these lessons to gain a competitive edge and stay ahead of the pack.
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