Ep. 76 Why You’re Struggling With Motivation And How To Fix It With John Amaechi OBE
Feb 26, 2024
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Discover the remarkable journey of John Amaechi OBE, from being the first Briton in the NBA league to his insights on self-awareness, motivation, and leadership. Dive into the impact of his mother's influence on his values and identity. Learn about optimizing time management, personal fulfillment, and the importance of power, leadership, and positive impact in achieving success.
Learn from setbacks and prioritize perseverance for success in professional endeavors.
Allocate time intentionally between joyful activities, self-care, and productivity to maintain fulfillment.
Balancing self-care practices with work demands is crucial for sustainable success and well-being.
Deep dives
Learning from NBA Experience
The speaker shares insights from his experience in the NBA, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and learning from setbacks. He reflects on the valuable lessons he gained from veteran players and the fickle nature of fan support. Additionally, he highlights the significance of making the most of time and being fully present in activities, drawing parallels between basketball training and purposeful time allocation in life.
Transition to Psychology and Time Management
The podcast delves into the speaker's transition from professional basketball to psychology. He discusses his approach to time management, stressing the need for intentional use of time and avoiding half-hearted efforts. The importance of proportional allocation of time between joyful activities, self-care, and productivity is emphasized to maintain fulfillment and effective utilization of time.
Self-Care and Productivity
The speaker explores the intersection of self-care and productivity, debunking the notion of them as opposing concepts. He advocates for filling one's cup through regular self-care practices to enhance productivity and overall well-being. Balancing work demands with self-care rituals is presented as a crucial component of sustainable success and fulfillment.
Reflection on Retirement and Success
The podcast concludes with insights on retirement from the NBA and the speaker's journey toward an impactful and purposeful life. The importance of self-care, perseverance, and prioritizing meaningful activities over time-consuming pursuits is underscored. The integration of self-care practices into daily routines to maintain mental and emotional well-being while striving for success forms a core focus of the discussion.
The Importance of Recuperation and Boundaries in Productivity
Proper recuperation plays a pivotal role in productivity. Contrary to popular belief, successful individuals prioritize activities like stretching, nutrition, and psychological training over constant work. The speaker highlights the significance of knowing personal boundaries and limits to avoid burnout and make informed decisions. By understanding when to rest and recuperate, individuals can achieve sustainable success.
Power Dynamics and Effective Leadership
Power, when used purposefully and responsibly, is essential for effective leadership. The discussion distinguishes between personalized and socialized forms of power, emphasizing the latter's focus on achieving shared goals and benefiting others. Connecting personal power to enhancing one's status and sense of achievement can drive impactful leadership. Additionally, qualities like tenacity, empathy, and compassion complement power dynamics, fostering a holistic approach to leadership.
It is an understatement to say that John Amaechi has had a career that has taken him places.
Not only is he an Organisational Psychologist, an OBE, a New York Times Bestselling Author, a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology, a Professor of Leadership, a non-executive director of an FTSE 250 company and the founder of organisational psychology consultancy APS.
He was also, more surprisingly, the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA league, a move which saw him leave his hometown of Stockport for the world of professional basketball aged just 18. And whilst playing, he was the first NBA player to come out as gay. Never afraid to stand up and speak out, his book made me question a lot of things I thought I knew about myself and the way I live and work.
Amaechi has spent years studying the world’s highest performers, in both the sporting and corporate world, and I’m so looking forward to everyone hearing his amazing techniques. I learnt so much in this chat and I’m sure you will too. I'd be so grateful if you could rate the podcast five stars.
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