The High Performance Podcast BITESIZE #25 | Ben Ainslie: Focus on the failure with brutal honesty
Jul 16, 2021
Ben Ainslie shares his journey as the most decorated Olympic sailor and emphasizes the importance of facing failure with brutal honesty. He believes that setbacks are essential for growth and improvement. The conversation dives into how candid communication can enhance team dynamics, drawing parallels between sailing and special forces training. Ainslie also uses a boat metaphor to highlight the need for alignment and commitment within teams, advocating for regular check-ins to ensure everyone is on the same course.
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Focus on Failure
- Focus on failures and bad stuff rather than only successes.
- This helps identify areas for improvement and growth, unlike focusing solely on what went well.
Brutal Honesty Debrief
- Ben Ainslie learned from special forces training to debrief with brutal honesty.
- In high-stakes scenarios, open communication is key for improvement, even if uncomfortable.
Feedback and Intentions
- Set clear intentions before starting any task to avoid ambiguity.
- Provide feedback based on behavior, not personality, for constructive criticism.