Better Under Pressure Richard Medcalf - Choose how your Past ignites your Present
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Jan 23, 2025 Richard Medcalf, founder of Xquadrant and author of "Making TIME for Strategy," shares insights from his unique upbringing with a disabled sister, revealing how it shaped his approach to business pressure and strategy. He emphasizes the importance of humor and resilience in navigating corporate challenges. The conversation highlights transforming personal adversity into motivation, celebrating small victories, and balancing strategic thinking with personal energy. Richard's journey showcases how family ties can ignite a commitment to becoming a force for good.
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Early Pressure
- Richard Metcalfe felt pressure while revising for exams at Oxford University.
- He tied his academic performance to his identity, as he wasn't good at sports or music.
Metrics-Based Pressure
- Metcalfe initially found metrics-based pressure fun and motivating in his consulting career.
- He enjoyed figuring out how to "gain the system" and perform well, but this tied his mood to his performance.
Frequent Feedback
- Use frequent feedback for motivation, especially when aiming for big goals.
- Immediate feedback helps maintain momentum and provides a sense of accomplishment.
