Chief Endurance Officer

Today’s guest is an endurance coach, speaker, and a consultant who empowers individuals and groups to reach their goals in business, education, athletics, and life. He is the author of his new book, A Mile at a Time, and author of the award winning book, The Ultra Mindset. Host of his own self titled podcast, The Travis Macy Show, please welcome, Travis Macy! Travis partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how he draws on his endurance athlete resilience, reflecting on his love for teaching, and maintaining a healthy athlete’s routine. He also delves into his books and his inspiration for writing. Takeaways:Travis prioritizes his kids' interests and doesn't push his own on them. If they gravitate toward his interests, like running or biking together, it's fulfilling to him. Travis is committed to supporting their own passions. Going through a challenging transition where he questioned his identity beyond being a competitive athlete, Travis struggled with a void left by not constantly pursuing podium finishes, prizes, and sponsorships. His resilience and adaptability as an endurance athlete eventually helped him keep the faith.The core of Travis’ income comes from coaching adult endurance athletes, which is a natural extension of his life as an athlete. He’s always enjoyed teaching and pedagogy, and coaching allows him to teach what he loves. This approach extends to his podcasting, writing, and business approach.Maintaining an athlete's routine provides stability amidst change, improving mood, outlook, and energy. Exercising in the morning greatly enhances Travis’ professional productivity and overall well-being, benefiting both work and family life."The Ultra Mindset," Travis’ first book from 2015, explores eight core principles for success in business, sports, and life, using engaging endurance sports narratives as examples. It's meant to be applicable beyond athletics.In contrast, "A Mile at a Time," released in March of this year, is a memoir centered around Travis’ father's journey through Alzheimer's. It offers some prescriptive content but primarily focuses on their personal story and his dad’s life.Adventure racing is a challenging, dynamic, and niche sport that combines various disciplines like running, paddling, biking, fixed ropes, and navigation using a map and compass. Races are unmarked courses, often lasting nonstop for five to ten days. Teams usually consist of four people of mixed gender, emphasizing the team sport aspect.Quote of the Show:"Get out there and tow the line even in the midst of uncertainty." - Travis MacyLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-macy-92607633/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travismacy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/travismacy?lang=en Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HJbxKnHc4rsCxyx9PrAa3 Book: www.travismacy.com/books Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chiefenduranceofficerpodcastTransistor: https://www.chiefenduranceofficer.com/Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is someone who was born with an endurance mindset! Introducing BethAnn Telford, Special Events Coordinator at the US Government partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how her cancer diagnosis motivated her to keep persevering through life. BethAnn also delves into her biggest motivation, her passion for running, and how she gives back to the community. Takeaways:After being diagnosed with brain cancer several years ago, BethAnn initially considered giving up. However, thanks to her neurosurgeon’s support, she found the strength to persevere. Her motivation wasn’t personal glory, but rather her cancer journey and the people who supported her. Midway through the 5k, in her hometown, BethAnn’s father surprised her by joining her through a different route. His encouragement, reignited her passion for running after her brain surgery. His motivation during that 5k ultimately led her to compete in an Ironman.John has been BethAnn’s primary trainer not only for global adventures but also in nutrition and various aspects. He integrated seamlessly with her family and her partner, Bob, serving as their biggest cheerleaders, reminding them of how far she’s come. Support and motivation come from various sources, including trainers, family, friends, and even strangers at the finish line. Sometimes it's about giving back and helping others, running alongside them even if they're not as fast. A sense of accomplishment in assisting someone else can be incredibly rewarding, and BethAnn’s been fortunate to have people who supported her, even if it meant sacrificing their own time, just because they wanted to see her succeed.Veterans Day is the most important event to BethAnn. Her gratitude for veterans motivates her to give back. Despite not serving in the military, she annually supports and advocates for veterans at places like the Vietnam Wall and Arlington National Cemetery. Advocating for children with brain cancer helped BethAnn see that they received far less support than adults. This drove her to become a dedicated advocate for children's healthcare. Building bonds with these kids, some now in college or getting married, underscores the significance of her advocacy efforts.Quote of the Show:"The joy of giving back is more rewarding than receiving." - BethAnn TelfordLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethann-telford-a62080b2/ Personal Website: http://www.teambt.org/Email: teambt@verizon.netWays to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/hgMRglz6KpA Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an author and a seasoned speaker! Introducing Mo Fathelbab, President at Forum Resources Network. Mo partners with host Gregory McDonough to share his entrepreneurial mindset, confronting fear and development, and the value of peer groups. He also delves into consulting services for leadership. It’s a great, informative conversation you don’t want to miss!Takeaways:As an entrepreneur, startups are bound to have some uncertainties including doubts and investing. Despite this, Mo truly believes in working hard and adapting. His mission is to unwaveringly pursue success, connect with a billion people, and change the world.Approaching goals can reset one’s mindset, and for Mo, it falls within sports or business. Goal-setting is crucial, and when plans deviate, it's about constant progress. He strives to adapt and seek help when stuck, echoing the wisdom of Jeff Dennis, a founding member of Toronto's EO chapter.Mo is passionate about peer groups as they offer a non-judgmental space for personal growth, bridging divides and nurturing empathy in our polarized world. Understanding others' motivations reduces judgment, reminding us of our shared humanity and the potential for a more empathetic world.Training oneself to respond with empathy to less fortunate people is something Mo is working towards, by countering negative thoughts with well wishes. His work with CEOs has shown the significance of self-belief and resilience in achieving success.Mo’s late grandfather's metaphor taught him to confront fear directly, motivating him to tackle it promptly. This mindset helped him become more comfortable in situations like public speaking, where he honed his skills at Toastmasters International.Initially, Mo took pride in hearing that people in peer groups felt closer to their peers than their best friends or family. However, he realized that peer groups are meant to help individuals become their best selves, not replace their close relationships.Forum Resources Network provides consulting services for both peer groups and executive leadership teams. The same effective principles that apply to peer groups are extended to executive teams when CEOs seek dynamic and open communication. This work is highly rewarding and meaningful for them.Quote of the Show:“There is no failure. It’s just a question of how much I’m going to work and how hard I’m going to work.” -Mo Fathelbab Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mofathelbab/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fathelbab Personal Website: https://www.mofathelbab.com/ Company website: https://www.forumresourcesnetwork.com/ and https://www.growthinstitute.com/ Entrepreneur Organization: https://hub.eonetwork.org/ Books: The Friendship Advantage and Forum: The Secret Advantage of Successful LeadersWays to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 YouTube: https://youtu.be/SPq_YF1QnccKeep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is a leadership facilitator passionate about helping others find joy and freedom through coaching! Introducing Amy Castronova, President at Leadership Alchemy. Amy partners with host Gregory McDonough to share her journey from writing to coaching, focusing on the right next thing, and trusting your intuition. She also delves into understanding your feelings and how to separate them for personal insights, and emphasizing the importance of aligning with your true desires.Takeaways:Amy transitioned from owning a technical writing company to coaching entrepreneurs. Here, she fostered personal growth, and aided them in leadership development and purpose rediscovery. Shifting from engineering to a more creative role fueled her endurance mindset.The endurance mindset Amy had, made her approach life and business as sprints, where she adapted to challenges like pivoting her business, doubling its size, or selling it by mastering new skills. Focusing on the “right next thing” sustained her long-term success.Responding in the moment, whether it's a challenge or an opportunity, and focusing on the right next step, helps create discipline and avoid unnecessary future steps. The key is to concentrate on what's currently at hand, whether it's a request, a new opportunity, or a crisis.Owning Novatek Communications wasn't Amy’s sole purpose. She embarked on a quest to uncover her true purpose and explored quantum human design to understand energy types and enhance energy management. This led to more effective use of her energy.Recognizing intuition was tough for Amy due to her engineering background. She learned to trust it by understanding its feelings and sounds. She started recommending separating thoughts and feelings, through writing or nature, to tune into personal messages without expecting grand revelations.Passion can be reignited in our daily lives; it is often lost when we no longer do what excites us. Changes in business or personal growth can also lead to this. Amy provided a tool and started a discussion on using energy effectively, leading to valuable insights.Committing to unwanted tasks, like attending events against when we’d rather be home, leads to frustrations. Aligning with our true desires brings ease and better outcomes, while going against our natural energy creates resistance.Quote of the Show:"If I focus and use my energy correctly at each stage, I will end up get where I’m going for the long haul." - Amy CastronovaLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amycastronova/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmyCastronova Company website: https://www.amycastronova.com/Find your energy type: https://www.amycastronova.com/human-designConnect with Amy: hello@amycastronova.com or https://www.amycastronova.com/contactSignature workshops for entrepreneur peer groups or businesses: https://www.amycastronova.com/workshops Feeling exhausted, burned out, or depleted? Join the interest list for the Entrepreneur's Reset Retreat to recharge your drive here: https://www.amycastronova.com/retreatsWays to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZTgHe8yXGJ8 Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is a talented author, inspirational speaker, and leadership coach! Introducing Andy Bailey, CEO, Founder & Head Coach at Petra Coach. Andy partners with host Gregory McDonough to share the complexities of life and business, and the impact personal growth and strength can have in your life. He also delves into consistently pursuing excellence and embracing the discipline that comes with it. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss!Takeaways:Over time, life and businesses get more complex, leading to challenges. To bridge this gap, personal growth is essential. Neglecting personal growth can lead to feeling overwhelmed as life surpasses one's capacity. Endurance is key to expanding this capacity.In business, it's crucial to have discussions early on to avoid any gaps from becoming insurmountable. Trying to bridge them later takes immense effort and may not be feasible. Address issues when they're small to prevent irreparable divides.Consistently pursuing excellence in one aspect of life has a positive ripple effect on others. Neglecting small, controllable things can lead to neglect in other meaningful areas. Minimal acts of discipline can catalyze positive changes across all aspects of life.Enduring agony while persisting, builds discipline. It is like strengthening a personal shield with small increments, enabling the tackling of tough situations. This discipline aids in resisting temptations and overcoming reluctance, growing stronger over time.Andy initially led during a challenging situation, motivating his team to move from fear to action. Their leadership example inspired other companies, promoting a proactive approach rather than defensive reactions within their organization and among clients.Andy embraced the Rockefeller Habits from 2005, which changed his leadership approach. Post-sale, he began assisting friends and their companies using this methodology. It was fulfilling and even expanded into a coaching practice with 30 members serving 150 companies.Frustration and fear are common catalysts for change in individuals and leadership teams, similar to how health concerns prompt lifestyle changes. In business, frustration with team performance or fear of unmet goals can also drive the need to change mindsets and habits.Quote of the Show:"Perception wears off over time. We have to go renew it." - Andy BaileyLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andybailey/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AndyBailey01 Company website: http://www.petracoach.com/ and https://boundless.me/Book: https://www.amazon.com/No-Try-Only-Alignment-Accountability/dp/1599326833 Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/c_nWEHAjzAYKeep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is a visionary leader in endurance sports! Introducing J.T. Service, Founder & CEO of Soul Focus and Run Local Ventures. J.T. partners with host, Gregory McDonough, to share his resilient approach to challenges and how he builds up his company to see the vision in team collaboration. He also touches on critical points of event preparation and the beauty of endurance sports. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss!Takeaways:Endurance athletes' willingness to embrace discomfort extends beyond sports, improving their ability to handle life's unexpected challenges with determination and composure. This is a valuable skill applicable in both business and daily life.As a business owner, J.T. faces daily challenges in various forms. He approaches them with resilience and the belief that they can be overcome, comparing them to mile 18 of a marathon – difficulties are temporary, and panicking only exacerbates the situation.Soul Focus’s core mission is to inspire community movement and happiness through their work in event management. The goal is to instill purpose in team members, seeing challenging work as a powerful way to create a positive impact within the company.Understanding your mission and why you're doing it, along with teamwork and enthusiasm, are vital in challenging situations. Akin to how endurance athletes benefit from a dedicated early-morning crew ensuring everything is prepared for their race.Building an event involves securing roads, services, equipment, and volunteers. The thrill comes when everything aligns, from the start to the race's beauty and its dismantling, reflecting the unexpected joy of our endurance mindset.The beauty of endurance sports lies in the contrast between calm, confident readiness and nervous, unprepared energy. Elite athletes exude quiet confidence, ensuring they'll perform well, while those displaying nervous energy often appear unprepared and uncertain.Soul Focus shifted sponsorship strategies after not receiving satisfactory results. Teaming up with partners like Hoka, Under Armour, Strava, and GoPro helped nationwide event marketing and sponsorship, expanding their services beyond event creation.Quote of the Show:"Our purpose is to help people move." - J.T. ServiceLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtservice/Twitter: https://twitter.com/soulfocussports Company website: http://runlocalevents.com/ and https://www.soulfocussports.com/ Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/sjQPet601UkKeep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an inspiring friend and dedicated professional who has overcome tremendous fitness obstacles! Introducing David Hunt, Founder & CEO of Crossrope. David partners with host Gregory McDonough to share his insights into his jump rope passion. He also delves into the value of an optimistic mindset, how to build and maintain healthy company culture, and his personal wisdom when it comes to cardio fitness. Takeaways:In 2016, with an enduring mindset, David clung to any shred of realistic optimism and hope, just putting one foot in front of the other. Fortunately, things started to improve that year, and it was the catalyst he needed to turn his lifelong dream into reality.David loved the freedom of being his own boss. So, after four years of this being his side hustle, he was motivated to make it his full-time job. Transitioning this from a side venture to a full-time commitment helped him focus on his passion for fitness and products.Crossrope has used their community's insights to improve jump rope fitness with unique features. These include personalized targets, heart rate-based training via Apple Watch, and community leaderboards for engaging tailored workouts that motivate through friendly competition. David is a firm believer in the Stockdale Paradox, which highlights maintaining blind optimism can be detrimental. It’s not about continuous optimism. Instead, it’s crucial to balance hope with realism, a lesson that resonated with David in both businesses' early years. Embracing transparency and communication is something Crossrope strives for. This approach has helped retain their high-performing team and maintain a strong company culture. This value sets them apart from common practices that often mask underlying issues within a company. Finding himself excessively training, David thought of purchasing a jump rope which quickly became a full-fledged fitness tool and a core element of his fitness routine. It filled the gap for cardio training, making it fun, engaging, and accessible on the go. David wanted to share his personal knowledge and experiences, but lacking formal personal trainer certifications and a sports science degree made that difficult. Instead, he created a YouTube channel which included workout videos, challenges, and workout PDF’s.Quote of the Show:“It is my job as the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Endurance Officer to set the right mindset for the team around the expectations." - David HuntLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hunt-crossrope/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Crossrope Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossropejumpropes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crossrope Company website: https://www.crossrope.com/Organization: https://hub.eonetwork.org/ Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/n2M-qNyni-Y

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an outstanding podcast host, an endurance achiever, and a dominating Racquetball professional! Introducing Gary Sanchez, Chief Executive Officer at WHY Institute, Co-Owner at Sanchez Dental Associates, and CEO at The HealthChair. Gary teams up with host Gregory McDonough to explore the distinction between practicing and playing. Gary also shares insights on how to secure a victory before even stepping onto the field.Takeaways:The endurance mindset has impacted Gary’s life unexpectedly from finding his way around sports. He started with basketball but soon realized that it wasn’t fitting what his aspirations were. He came upon Racquetball which soon led to him becoming the world champion by competing in 52 games within 5 days. He learned how to compete and how to push his limits to score high goals.When starting with Racquetball, Gary didn’t know how to play very well. He would spend countless hours in front of a mirror perfecting his swing and stances to train his muscles on how to operate the racquet. He learned a system for finding success in this sport by copying himself in the mirror.After reading a book called The Inner Game of Tennis, Gary learned a lot more about competing. He learned about the outer game of being able to have good mechanics to hit the ball and create amazing stamina, then he learned the inner game of how to compete. In your mind, it is important to motivate yourself and teach yourself how to win before stepping foot on the court.Gary believes that there is an art to winning and an art to losing, once you learn how to win, it translates into everything around you. This led him to become more tactical with endurance sports. What Gary has learned over the years of endurance sports is if you have trained to do a sport one way, then once you are tired, you will only know that one way to do it. It is important to learn different ways to play so you don’t run your battery out quickly. Over the years of endurance sports, Gary has learned that being competitive isn’t always the best thing. There's more to competitive sports and coaching. Coaching his young daughters taught him how to enjoy the game versus hyper-focusing on winning. Quote of the Show:"There’s an art to winning and there’s an art to losing." - Gary SanchezLinks:Gary Sanchez’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-sanchez/ WHY Institute’s Website: https://whyinstitute.com/ Sanchez Dental Associates’s Website: https://sanchezhenrydental.com/ Beyond Your WHY Podcast: https://whyinstitute.com/resources-beyond-your-why/ Gary Sanchez’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/whyinstitute Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/gzdT1rC0DOs Transistor: https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a6fe9f9 Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an absolute inspiration and a lucky athlete! Introducing Amy Dixion, Director of Patient Advocacy at Eye C Better and Patient Advocate & Expert Speaker at No Sight No Limits Inc. Amy partners with host Gregory McDonough to share her journey of cultivating a resolute, optimistic perspective toward her disability. She also delves into conquering her fear of swimming and gaining her confidence back to scale new heights!Takeaways:The endurance mindset has impacted Amy’s life unexpectedly by gaining an unanticipated positive outlook towards her disability. She now views it not as an obstacle to high performance, but rather as a catalyst for pushing herself to exceptional levels of achievement. This new perspective has only heightened her motivation and also forged a remarkable resilience within her.From a young age, she learned gratitude through her upbringing, fostering a genuine appreciation for opportunities with her sister. Their involvement in household duties illuminated the value of hard work, even modest rewards with deep thankfulness.After her diagnosis, Amy bravely joined YMCA lessons despite anxiety caused by weight gain from treatment. Overcoming her fears, she reignited her love for the water and found peace there. Notably, her visual impairment doesn't hinder her independence in the water, making it a place of self-reliance.Amy's inspiration to delve into swimming was ignited by Carolyn Gaynor, a guide and esteemed contributor to Triathlete Magazine. Their shared triumph at the finish line bore testament to Amy's transformation into an official triathlete, achieving this feat within a remarkable 10% of the winning time for the Paratriathlon, as Carolyn proudly noted.Amy's journey to secure her place on the National Team was marked by a demanding and meticulous process. To earn this high-honored spot, you must rank within the top 10. Recognizing this challenge, Amy strategically initiated her ascent by participating in lower-level races, which presented a more accessible entry point. By commencing her journey on this humble scale, Amy paved the way for herself, achieving points that propelled her towards the ultimate goal of joining the national ranks.Amy sees herself as incredibly lucky for stopping her disease's progression, maintaining about 2% vision in her right eye and perceiving shapes and colors with her left. This fuels her deep gratitude, and she approaches each day with thankfulness. Even if her sight worsens, she accepts it peacefully, having exceeded doctors' predictions and cherished unexpected years.Quote of the Show:"The only obstacle is a bad attitude." - Amy DixonLinks:Amy Dixon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-dixon-ply-7610274/ Amy Dixon’s Personal Website: https://amydixonusa.com/ No Sight No Limits Inc.’s Website: https://www.nosightnolimits.com/ Eye C Better’s Website: https://eyecbetter.com/ Amy Dixion’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/nosightnolimits Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/4Iz7rMiTOcw Transistor: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d6c5c54 Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/ 

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is a visionary leader, Ironman competitor, and an inspired cyclist! Introducing Will Slappey, Chief Executive Officer at IT Voice. Will partner with host Gregory McDonough to share his insights on working hard to overcome road bumps and building a strong foundation for yourself. Will also delve into the importance of concluding your race with strength and giving it your utmost effort to cross the finish line!Takeaways:The enduring mindset has impacted Will unexpectedly by motivating him to work really hard by meticulously preparing for any and all events that cross his path. He has overcome the mindset of not being perfect, and instead, created space to work hard and achieve whatever goal he has in front of him.Setting up patterns and rhythms is the best way to show your team that you appreciate and acknowledge all the hard work they do. Will believes that it should be required that these focus times include gifts, handwritten sentiments, or quality time with various team members. Doing these gifts and appreciation times will help create a human connection and motivates his team to run a better race.The sooner you can do something, learn something, or master something, the better. It is crucial to dedicate yourself to time and invest in culture with people because there will always be bumps in the road that are unavoidable. Will highly suggest having a solid team as your safety net.By embodying self-initiative, a strong work ethic, kindness, generosity, and employees can contribute to a positive work culture. This can promote innovation, effective communication, and the overall growth of the organization. At IT Voice, they strive to show great support to their dedicated customers by advancing their customer service. From traditional desktop and network services to more modern-day technology, they are eager to turn any complex work into a simple service for their customers. While AI has gained popularity and becomes a handy tool for many, it doesn’t have the capability to acquire genuine cognitive reasoning. As AI abbreviates the route to solutions and expedites the journey for some, it shortens the path for others.Will expresses the importance of being a part of a team that shares different skill sets as it helps everyone learn to adapt and take into consideration one another’s attributes. Understanding your lack in an area could be someone else’s strength, is a strength in and of itself. Quote of the Show:"We have to be more intentional to create discipline in our lives." - Will SlappeyLinks:Will Slappey’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willslappey/ IT Voice’s Website: http://www.itvoice.com/ Ways to Tune In:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/580aLDKac1ld031W4nWDtp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chief-endurance-officer/id1680214218?uo=4Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL2NoaWVmLWVuZHVyYW5jZS1vZmZpY2Vy Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3c96880f-8dcd-4a6e-b1c8-fda816f872a9 Podcast Addict: https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/4340732 Deezer: https://www.deezer.com/show/5897357 Player FM: https://player.fm/series/series-3462719 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-5250102 Listen Notes: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/chief-endurance-officer-ringmaster-KMdv2I8XwkN/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/F7xSZf_cFMc Transistor: https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ff1fee2Keep up to date on our social media accounts:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefenduranceofficer?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiefenduranceofficerpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/C_E_Opodcast Chief Endurance Officer is produced by Ringmaster, on a mission to create connections through B2B podcasts. Learn more at https://ringmaster.com/