The Growth Project

We all experience stress, but what if you could make it work for you instead of against you? Dr. Cory Shaffer talks with Dr. Rebecca Heiss, stress physiologist and author of Springboard: Transform Stress to Work For You, to explore how we can reframe our perspective on stress. She breaks down her three-step process to harness stress, turning it into a powerful tool for growth and performance. Their conversation challenges common misconceptions and offers practical strategies to transform stress into a catalyst for success.

In this special live episode from TPM’s annual kickoff in downtown Greenville, SC, Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer dive into five of Nike’s Principles that fuel their iconic success. They explore why having principles is essential as a guiding north star and break down powerful ideas like “our business is change,” “offense all the time,” and “it won’t be pretty.” Learn how embracing these principles can drive meaningful change and make success “damn near automatic.”

The 2024 college football season was one to remember - filled with dramatic twists and valuable lessons. Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer, sport psychologists for Georgia and Oregon football, reflect on the season's end, unpack key takeaways, and share lessons that resonate far beyond the field. They explore how mindset shapes performance at the highest level and offer valuable insights into fostering resilience, managing pressure, and turning challenges into opportunities for growth. Whether you’re a fan, athlete, or leader, this episode has something for everyone.

In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer sits down with three-time Emmy-winning EPSN sports broadcaster Anne Marie Anderson to discuss her book, Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win. Anne Marie shares how embracing bold risks and confronting fear transformed her career and personal growth. Discover the four barriers that hold you back—fear, time, money, and your inner critic—and learn how to work with them instead of letting them drive your decisions.

Research show that about 30% of Americans set New Year’s resolutions, yet only 9% see them through to the end of the year. As we age, the likelihood of setting goals diminishes even further. Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer break down why most resolutions fail before February and present a proven framework for success. They share actionable strategies to set meaningful goals, build sustainable habits, and stay motivated. Learn how to own your resolutions and achieve what matters most in 2025!

In this special episode, Drs. Milt Lowder, Drew Brannon, and Cory Shaffer close out 2024 and welcome 2025 with thoughtful reflections and fresh insights. Revisiting unanswered audience questions from the 300th episode live event, including the 3 leadership attributes that drive peak performance, practical strategies to recover from and prevent burnout, and powerful ways to jumpstart personal growth, they provide actionable advice, and a chance to start the new year with purpose and clarity.

The holiday season is often filled with joy, but it can also bring unique challenges. How can we find harmony amidst festive celebrations layered onto already busy schedules? In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer dive into the delicate balance between work and rest during the holidays. They highlight the essential connection between productivity and renewal for achieving peak performance and fulfillment. Whether you’re someone who finds it hard to slow down or struggles to reengage, this conversation offers actionable insights and practical strategies to help you strike the right balance and fully embrace the season.

In this episode, Chris Fay, President and CEO of Greenville-based TPM and Founder and CEO of TrebleHook, an architecture, engineering, and construction CRM platform, shares his journey of honoring his father-in-law's legacy—who founded TPM—while driving TPM’s future growth. Chris reflects on how past experiences and critical inflection points shape vision and leadership. He highlights the importance of pursuing passion, honoring family history, and leaving your own mark. Discover how intentional vision creates a path for meaningful growth and innovation.

Fresh off Oregon, Georgia, and Clemson’s college football conference championship victories, Drs. Cory Shaffer, Drew Brannon, and Milt Lowder reflect on the psychological principles that came to life during these defining moments. In this episode, they explore the mental game as an important differentiator and break down the key psychological factors that contributed to each team’s success. Discover how mindset, fortitude, and intentional focus helped these championship teams rise to the occasion when it mattered most.

As the Oregon, Georgia, and Clemson football programs gear up for their conference championship games this weekend, AMPLOS sport psychologists Dr. Drew Brannon (Georgia) and Dr. Cory Shaffer (Oregon) share insights on what it truly means to be courageous. Drawing from their experience with championship-caliber teams, they discuss how to turn fear into a motivator rather than a barrier. This episode highlights five key markers of courage, including staying grounded in your beliefs amidst outside narratives, embracing calculated risks, and seeking honest feedback. Discover how bravery drives extraordinary performance under pressure.