Although I'm not someone who dedicates time to sit down and watch the Olympics, I am currently fascinated by Simone Biles.
We can learn a lot from how athletes apply themselves to their biggest goals. Simone, for example, made headlines when she withdrew from the Tokyo Olympics due to mental health challenges-a decision not taken lightly given the years of training required for the Olympics. Following this year’s Olympics in Paris, she is now the most decorated gymnast in history, adding to her many accolades.
Athletes understand that a significant part of their success comes down to their mindset. You can see Simone mouthing to herself “you got this” before each event. Tom Daley uses his love for knitting to stay centred, and many athletes listen to music to drown out distractions and maintain focus before events.
Tony Robbins once said, “Success is 80% psychology and 20% strategy.” The simple fact is, if your head is not in a good space, you’ll struggle to achieve your desired outcomes. When we are not mentally well, we procrastinate, feel overwhelmed, and a single hurdle can push us further into a negative mental state.
Taking time out (which doesn’t always mean taking time off) to work on your mindset and mental health is crucial. In the UK, approximately 60% of C-suite executives work with a performance or mindset coach. This shows how important companies understand the link between mindset, mental health, and results.
I love this stat. However, when I was struggling with my mental health, it wasn’t when I was at a C-suite level. Had I not done the work on my mindset and mental health, there’s no way I would have reached that level either; I would still be struggling.
At Activated Mindset, we don’t start with the C-suite; we provide affordable, personalized coaching programs for entry-level and middle management. I believe it’s at this level where mindset truly matters. This is where people often struggle with confidence, self-doubt, and lack of self-worth, which can lead to anxiety and a mindset of feeling incapable. If your core team has a winning mindset from the bottom up, imagine the impact on their results and overall happiness at work.
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