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July 29, 2024 31 mins

In this insightful episode of the House of Bricks Podcast, host Adam House Sr. is joined by Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry, a renowned performance coach and co-founder of the Institute for Health and Human Potential. Dr. JP shares his expertise on managing pressure, fostering resilience, and creating high-performing cultures in both sports and business.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. JP discusses his "Last 8% System," emphasizing the critical moments where leaders have the most significant impact. He reveals the myth of performing better under pressure, explaining how even the greatest athletes like Michael Jordan struggled in high-pressure situations. Dr. JP also offers practical advice for entrepreneurs on handling stress, building effective habits, and the importance of self-awareness and flexibility.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into improving their performance in high-stress environments and learn how to foster a culture of resilience and excellence within their teams.

Key Topics Covered:

  • The myth of performing better under pressure
  • The Last 8% System: What it is and how it works
  • The importance of self-awareness and flexibility in leadership
  • Practical steps for managing stress and pressure
  • Building a high-performing team culture
  • The role of mentorship and peer coaching in personal and professional growth

Notable Quotes:

  • "We don't do better under pressure. It's a myth."
  • "Culture gets created in last 8% moments when cortisol is high."
  • "High performers make mistakes, but they extract three to five times more information from the same opportunity to learn as an average performer."

Resources Mentioned:

  • Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry's book: Performing Under Pressure
  • The Last 8% Morning podcast
  • Institute for Health and Human Potential (IHHP) website: https://www.ihhp.com

Connect with Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry:

www.houseofbricks.io

www.houseofbricks.io/startupx

https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/house-of-bricks-7028758534611755008/

 

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