Success for the Athletic-Minded Man cover image

Success for the Athletic-Minded Man

Seeds Don't Matter: The Underdog Formula to Win in Life, Business, and Sport

Apr 14, 2025
20:54

#502 Seeds Don't Matter: The Underdog Formula to Win in Life, Business, and Sport

-----

Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION

Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY


I didn’t become an All-American until I gave up trying to win. Sounds crazy, right? But it changed everything.


I used to think success was all about doing “more”— more reps, more work, more grind. 


But the truth hit me like a Mack truck… inside a packed arena with 19,000 people watching a nobody beat an Olympic gold medalist.


In this “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” episode, I unpack what I witnessed at the NCAA Wrestling Championships: An underdog mindset masterclass featuring Wyatt Hendrickson and Olympic gold medalist Gable Stevenson.


We dive deep into why seeds don’t matter, why letting go of outcomes can unlock elite performance, and how to build an Environment of Excellence that turns potential into results.


You’ll also learn the 3 essential ingredients every underdog needs to win— on the mat, in business, or in life. 


This episode isn’t just for the competitive man who feels like he’s falling short, despite doing everything right.


If you’re chasing big goals and still wondering why you’re not seeing results, this is the perspective shift you’ve been missing.


Let’s go!


If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  


Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner