Growth Mindset Psychology: The Science of Self-Improvement

Tips on Getting Better Today Than Yesterday - w/ Olympic Coach Frank Dick OBE

Oct 31, 2025
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Frank Dick OBE
In this engaging discussion, Frank Dick OBE, a renowned Olympic coach and author, shares his expertise in coaching and mindset. He introduces his Four Rs framework—Reason, Reality, Reflection, and Response—emphasizing personal growth over competition with others. Frank challenges the negativity bias that makes us focus on flaws, advocating for a strength-first philosophy in self-development. He also explores mental strategies athletes use to maintain focus amid distractions, encouraging listeners to celebrate daily progress and continuously improve.
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INSIGHT

Redefine Winning As Personal Progress

  • Winning is being better today than you were yesterday, not a one-time summit like a gold medal.
  • Progress is measured by climbing your own mountain and overcoming personal adversity.
ANECDOTE

Coaching His Daughters To Notice Wins

  • Frank recounts telling his daughters to split a page and list what went right and what didn't to reveal the left side usually wins.
  • He used this to teach them to recognise daily positives and build confidence from progress.
ADVICE

Daily Left/Right Win Audit

  • Do split a page and list what went right on the left and what went wrong on the right to reveal daily wins.
  • Use this to recognise successes you otherwise ignore and shift focus toward improvement.
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