The Resilient Mind You Learned to Survive | Now It’s Time to Lead - Lee Povey (Olympic Coach)
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Oct 28, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Lee Povey, an elite performance and leadership coach, shares insights from his experience coaching Olympic athletes and startup founders. He challenges the myth of the 'self-made person,' emphasizing that resilience is key to success. Lee explains the importance of mental resilience alongside talent and environment. He explores how leaders can empower their teams, adapt their leadership styles, and build psychological safety. With practical tools for managing stress and fostering curiosity, he offers a refreshing perspective on growth and leadership.
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Sold Business Before Market Crash
- Lee sold his real estate business a month before the UK property crash made it worthless.
- He used that luck to transition full-time into sports coaching and later to coaching founders.
Three Pillars Of High Performance
- Athletic success needs three things: physical talent, mental resilience, and the right environment.
- Missing any one of these typically prevents reaching Olympic level.
Athletes And Founders Mirror Each Other
- Founders and elite athletes share resilience, adaptability, and team-building as core traits.
- Resilience often matters more than raw intelligence in sustained success.
