Episode 560: Five lessons my younger business mentor has taught me about business
Oct 15, 2025
Discover powerful lessons from the world of competitive sports that can elevate your business mindset. Learn the importance of showing up consistently, even on tough days. Embrace uncertainty and take risks, just like athletes do at tryouts. Surround yourself with challenging mentors to foster growth. Build internal motivation that propels you forward, regardless of external pressures. Most importantly, find joy in your journey to ensure long-term fulfillment in your business success.
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Parenting Reveals Mirrored Lessons
Fiona contrasts her non-sporty upbringing with her son's love for basketball to highlight fresh perspectives.
His enthusiasm and commitment provided a mirror for her own business habits and growth.
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Lessons From My Son's Basketball Journey
Fiona's eldest son, a dedicated basketballer, inspired these lessons through tryouts and games.
Watching him navigate uncertainty and resilience revealed transferable business behaviors.
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Show Up Consistently
Keep showing up even when motivation and results wane because consistency builds trust.
Show up for your team, customers, and support system to reinforce reliability and momentum.
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In this episode, Fiona shares powerful business lessons learned from watching her son navigate competitive basketball tryouts, revealing how sports psychology principles can transform your entrepreneurial mindset and business success.
You'll Learn How To:
Master the art of consistent showing up in business, even when motivation is low and results aren't immediately visible
Embrace uncertainty and put yourself forward for opportunities, despite competition and fear of rejection
Strategically surround yourself with mentors and peers who challenge you to level up your business skills
Develop internal discipline and self-motivation that doesn't rely on external validation or pressure
Rediscover joy and fun in your business journey while maintaining high performance standards
Apply sports psychology principles to overcome business challenges and build resilience
Transform your mindset around competition and use it as fuel for growth rather than intimidation
Create sustainable business practices that prioritize both success and personal fulfillment
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