Dive into the thrilling Super Bowl showdown where the Patriots staged a legendary comeback, showcasing the ultimate in perseverance. Discover how positivity can flip challenges into stepping stones for growth. Uncover the power of a personal mantra as a mental anchor during tough times, emphasizing the crucial role of mindset in overcoming adversity. With personal anecdotes and insights, this discussion offers inspiration and practical tools for enhancing mental performance.

Ashley Merryman is an author, speaker, and expert in human behavior, best known for her work on the science of achievement, motivation, and parenting. She co-authored NurtureShock: New Thinking About Children and Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing. Ashley has also contributed to major publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Time Magazine, and has appeared on numerous national television programs to discuss her work. Through her writing and speaking, she helps individuals and organizations understand the nuances of human behavior and the science behind making better decisions, whether in the home, workplace, or broader society.Topics-Myths and Misconceptions about competition and performance-Why some people get turned on while others get turned off by competition-The role of environment in competition-How genetic make up and response to stress impacts competition-Gender differences in competition-Threat vs. ChallengeDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Trevor Ragan is the founder of the Learning Lab - an educational website designed to unpack and share the science of learning and development.Trevor has worked with professional, college and olympic sports teams, Fortune 50 companies, prisons, and in hundreds of schools across the country. His workshops are designed to help people understand and apply important principles of development, in order to become better, more resilient learners. Topics-How to become a better learner -How to avoid the curse of expertise -How to teach growth mindset in schools-Why learning is a skill-The Pygmalion Effect-How to overcome fear, stress, and discomfortDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Are you a coach that’s stepping into a brand new role with a new team? Or maybe a seasoned coach that is looking for some guidance on how to create and sustain a championship culture? This week’s podcast episode is for you!Jeff Janssen is a leading expert in sports psychology, specializing in helping athletes, coaches, and teams maximize their performance and mental resilience. With decades of experience, Jeff has worked with top-tier athletes and teams to help improve culture, leadership, and team dynamics. He’s also the author of several influential books on leadership and mental training. Topics-Coaches considerations and strategies when taking over a new program-How to create a mission, vision, and core principles-How to take words on the wall to the hearts of your players -How to develop effective team leaders-How to hold people accountable Download my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

2024 was another phenomenal year of podcasts for the Mindset Advantage. 64 total episodes jammed packed with life lessons and wisdom from some of the best in the world to help YOU attack the gap from where you are now to where you want to be. This week, DJ is going to take you through the #1 exercise he does with all of his clients and teams he consults with, the MVP process. This exercise will help you create purpose, intention, and clarity going into 2025. Hit one of the links below to print off your MVP documents and follow along in today’s show!Google Docs linkCanva linkDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com

Dr. Jeff Wetzler is an expert on adult learning and leadership development. He brings over 25 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur, operating executive, and advisor to top corporate leaders around the world. He is co-founder and a board member of Transcend, former Chief Learning Officer of Teach For America, and a two-time author. Jeff’s career is dedicated to unlocking human potential by helping people learn more deeply and transform their mindsets to realize bold new possibilities for themselves, their organizations, and their communities.Jeff’s recent book Ask was named an Amazon Editor’s Pick for Best Books of the Year in 2024 and immediately became a #1 New Release.Topics-Why people don’t ask questions-How to awaken our own curiosity-How to make it easier for people to tell you hard things -Best questions to tap into people’s wisdom-How we can learn what someone is really trying to tell usDownload my FREE top 40 book list written by Mindset Advantage guests: www.djhillier.com/40booksSubscribe to our NEW YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MindsetAdvantagePurchase a copy of my book: https://a.co/d/bGok9UdFollow me on Instagram: @deejayhillierConnect with me on my website: www.djhillier.com