Todd Herman, performance coach to Olympic athletes and billionaires, discusses how adopting alter egos can unlock peak performance. They explore the power of alter egos and how they can improve performance, citing examples from celebrities and athletes. They also discuss the importance of playfulness, seeking help, and developing identity. The chapter ends with a conversation about coexisting with AI and advice for success.

Join Todd Herman, entrepreneur and author of The Alter Ego Effect, known for elevating high-performing athletes and public figures. He shares insights on the thin line between inspiration and outright copying, and how to honor original creators while carving your own path. Todd discusses the power of alter egos in enhancing creativity and performance, plus the ethics surrounding idea borrowing in today’s digital age. Learn how to amplify existing concepts while avoiding pitfalls of imitation!

Todd Herman, performance strategist and coach, discusses the importance of quality time with children and creating lasting memories. They emphasize being present and engaged in interactions, setting aside distractions and focusing on the present moment. The episode also explores the impact of rewards on motivation and shares childhood experiences of bonding with grandfathers through outdoor activities.

Join Bozoma Saint John, a powerhouse executive in music and entertainment, and Todd Herman, an expert in personal development, as they explore mastering confidence and authenticity. They provide actionable tools for embracing your unique gifts and overcoming self-doubt. Bozoma emphasizes seizing opportunities with gratitude, while Todd shares insights on using alter egos to conquer imposter syndrome. Together, they inspire listeners to navigate their journeys with boldness and to thrive by truly being themselves.

Stop whatever you're doing right now and listen to a massive mindset hack from the man who helped Kobe Bryant develop his Black Mamba persona! Today Rudy is chatting alter-egos with "Mr. Alter Ego" himself, Todd Herman. Todd Herman is an award-winning performance expert and author of 'The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life". Todd has helped Rudy as part of his inspiration behind his Red Life branding and also happens to be one of his oldest American entrepreneur buddies from when he first moved to the US from England.So, why do you need an alter ego? Well, for Kobe Bryant it was a tool that could help him separate his on-life persona (where everybody feared him) from his off-field life. An alter ego is like a superhero outfit or Ironman suit that everyday entrepreneurs can put on and then, after a while, the suit starts blending into your skin.Learn all about the advantages of developing your own alter ego as you set your goals and work towards meeting a future version of yourself that is good at all the things that you perhaps now struggle with. Todd's expertise and psychological insights into the power of being curious about the work you do, the congruency between your work life and the person who goes home to a more private life, and the success that adopting a radical mindset shift is an absolute game-changer. If it worked for Kobe on the basketball court (may he Rest In Peace), then it can surely work for you on the frontlines of business too. Red life living just went into overtime, baby. Beat the buzzer and download this episode now!"Would it ever cost you anything to be a powerful communicator?" ~ Todd HermanIn This Episode:What is an alter ego?Why should you develop an alter ego?Why do naturally gifted athletes even need to develop an alter ego?What happens when your alter ego takes over completely?Did you create your own persona or have you allowed your identity to be shaped by others?How to close the feedback loop and create a better mindset for yourselfConnect with Todd Herman:Website - https://alteregoeffect.com/Book - Amazon.com: The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life eBookConnect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/rudymawer/Instagram - www.instagram.com/rudymawerlifeFacebook - www.facebook.com/rudymawerlifeTwitter - www.twitter.com/rudymawer

Discover how Kobe Bryant crafted his alter ego, the Black Mamba, with the help of a performance coach. Todd Herman shares insights on using imagination for peak performance, traits of high-level athletes, and the power of alter egos. Explore the impact of Joseph Campbell's hero's journey, constraints, playfulness, and visualization in enhancing performance.

In this podcast, Todd Herman, high performance coach, discusses the power of creating an alter ego identity to expand as an entrepreneur and think bigger. He explores the attributes holding the host back and how to break through by being a bold, authentic, and strong decision maker. The podcast also touches on the importance of recognizing personal victories, seeking out more opportunities, and the impact of peer opinions. Todd shares insights on creating alter egos and encourages listeners to engage with his coaching program.

“At the end of your life, you won’t remember the thoughts or intentions you had. You’ll remember the actions you took. You’ll judge yourself by how you showed up, by what you did, what you said, how you acted, and whether you performed the way you knew you could in any of the stages of life.”    Today we have Todd Herman on the podcast. Herman is a performance advisor to Olympians, pros, and business leaders, and he creates proven systems to help teams & achievers win with less stress. Herman’s latest book is “The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life.” - How alter egos are part of the human psyche - The difference between childish and childlike - Why having an alter ego is about being the best version of yourself - Multiple self theory and the importance of context -  The Core Self vs. The Trapped Self vs. The Heroic Self - How to go from an ordinary world to an extraordinary world - How to activate the person you truly want to become - How to get into the “wow” mindset - Todd’s traumatic backstory and how it has led to his superpower - The hidden forces of the enemy - How the creative imagination is like the backdoor to performance Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this engaging conversation, Todd Herman, an author and performance expert known for his insights on personal development and sports psychology, shares the transformative concept of the Alter Ego Effect. He explains how crafting an alter ego can help you overcome limitations and enhance performance in challenging situations. This method taps into psychological principles, allowing individuals to unlock confidence, resilience, and charisma. Todd reveals practical steps for creating your alter ego, complete with backstory and characteristics, to achieve personal and professional goals.

Discover how alter egos can help you overcome self-doubt and unleash your true potential with coach Todd Herman. Learn 5 practical steps to activate your heroic self and achieve success in any area of your life.