Why practice is the key to success.
If there’s anyone who knows about performing under pressure, it’s former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck (https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/andrew-luck/) . Whether playing in front of thousands or presenting to ten, his key to success is practice.
"There's a romantic notion that you rise to the occasion," says Luck, a Stanford graduate and four-time Pro Bowl selection. "But I think you settle to the level of your training. We practiced those high-pressure situations all the time.” From calling critical game-winning plays to navigating communication off the field, our performance in high-stakes situations, Luck maintains, is determined by our level of preparation.
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart (https://www.fastersmarter.io/) , Luck and host Matt Abrahams explore how deliberate practice can help us hone our performance across all domains of our lives. From managing high-pressure situations to building psychological safety in homes and workplaces, Luck shares insights gained from both sides of the field — as a player and now as a coach.
Episode Reference Links:
• Andrew Luck (https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/andrew-luck/)
• Ep.153 Listen Up, Leaders: A Record-Setting Coach’s Guide to Communication (https://www.fastersmarter.io/153-listen-up-leaders-a-record-setting-coachs-guide-to-communication/)
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Chapters:
• (00:00) - Introduction
• (01:53) - Communication in High-Stress Situations
• (04:03) - Staying Calm Under Pressure
• (06:33) - Earning Leadership Through Respect
• (07:56) - Overcoming Conflict Aversion
• (09:03) - Decision to Retire from the NFL
• (11:10) - Returning to Education
• (12:48) - Life Lessons Through Coaching
• (15:09) - The Final Three Questions
• (18:17) - Conclusion