Vinny Vidi Vici Olympic Champion: This ONE thing is holding you back from success | 012
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Then this is the episode for you. Learn how to master the art of winning against all odds as we dive into the riveting world of Olympic Gold Medalist Roland Schoeman, who led his team to victory against the most decorated Olympian of all time - Michael Phelps.
In this episode:
🏊 Roland's Journey to Olympic Gold: Discover how Roland Schoeman became one of the fastest swimmers in the world, breaking the 21-second barrier in the 50-meter freestyle and the 23-second mark in the 50-meter butterfly.
🥇 Beating the Best: Hear the thrilling tale of how Roland and his team triumphed over the American team, including the legendary Michael Phelps.
💪 Overcoming Naysayers: Roland shares his insights on dealing with doubters and maintaining focus on your goals, no matter the obstacles.
🚫 Dealing with Controversy: Roland opens up about his ban for a doping allegation and how he handled this challenging phase of his life, offering lessons on resilience and identity.
🌟 Winning Mindset: Learn from Roland's approach to success and how to cultivate a champion's mindset in your own life.
Key Takeaways:
- Strategies for overcoming adversity and staying motivated.
- Insights into achieving peak performance in sports and life.
- Learning from setbacks and rebuilding your identity.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro / Swimmer Because of Girl?
15:56 Finding Strength in Tragedy
25:10 College to the Olympics
35:26 Journey to Olympic Gold
48:16 Discipline of Elite Athletes
51:57 Fear & Mentor Importance
57:14 Failure and Changing Mindsets
1:03:53 Building Resilience
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You can find Roland's book recommendation here:
- Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://amzn.to/3Tj7Zua
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