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Simon Hartley
World-renowned expert in high-performance psychology and the founder of Be World Class. Works with Olympic athletes, world champions, and top executives.
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Jun 6, 2025
• 1h 12min
#432 Simon Hartley, Founder of Be World Class, on Owning Your Development, Parental Pressure, and How the Elite Performance Mindset Can Drive You or Make You Miserable
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Simon Hartley, a high-performance psychology expert and founder of Be World Class, shares insights from his work with Olympic athletes and world champions. He emphasizes the need for athletes to own their development and balances passion with pressure. Discussing the impact of parental expectations on young athletes, Simon warns against the dangers of tying self-worth to performance outcomes. He reveals how the elite mindset can lead to success or stress, advocating for a nurturing environment to foster authentic enthusiasm and personal growth.
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