Mastermind: Grace Prendergast – the psychology of rowing world champions
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In today’s episode, we're thrilled to have with us Olympic gold medalist and five-time world champion rower Grace Prendergast. We explore the nuanced dynamics of high-performing teams, the importance of effective communication, and the power of celebrating small wins. Grace shares her journey from elite athlete to executive search expert, emphasising the parallels between sports and business, especially in teamwork, goal-setting, and leadership. We'll also delve into how pressures can shift focus from personal outcomes to collective success, the balance between relying on data and intuition, and the significance of trust within a team. Plus, hear unique insights from Matthew Pinsent on managing conflict, competitive drive, and the evolving role of coaches. To use Sporting Edge’s digital content to accelerate your personal and team success - start your free trial here Sporting Edge Mindset Toolkit Connect with Jeremy Contact [email protected]  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremysnape/  Twitter https://twitter.com/thesportingedge Website https://www.sportingedge.com/
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