Andrew Luck, former NFL quarterback and Stanford graduate, shares his insights on the crucial role of practice in achieving success. He argues that people don’t just rise to the occasion; they settle for their level of training. Luck discusses how effective communication and preparation can help navigate high-pressure situations, both in sports and personal life. He highlights how deliberate practice fosters psychological safety and trust, essential for building strong relationships and achieving peak performance.
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Earning Respect
Earning respect is crucial for effective leadership and communication, particularly in team settings.
Demonstrate commitment and competence to build equity with teammates.
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Effective Communication
Communicate clearly and concisely, especially in high-stress situations.
Build relationships and earn respect to ensure your message is heard.
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Staying Calm Under Pressure
Practice high-pressure situations to improve performance.
Focus on controlling physical and emotional responses for better decision-making.
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If there’s anyone who knows about performing under pressure, it’s former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck. Whether playing in front of thousands or presenting to ten, his key to success is practice.
"There's a romantic notion that you rise to the occasion," says Luck, a Stanford graduate and four-time Pro Bowl selection. "But I think you settle to the level of your training. We practiced those high-pressure situations all the time.” From calling critical game-winning plays to navigating communication off the field, our performance in high-stakes situations, Luck maintains, is determined by our level of preparation.
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Luck and host Matt Abrahams explore how deliberate practice can help us hone our performance across all domains of our lives. From managing high-pressure situations to building psychological safety in homes and workplaces, Luck shares insights gained from both sides of the field — as a player and now as a coach.
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