This week on What’s Next, host Bryan Finnerty dives deep into the mental strategies that drive world-class performance with sports psychologist and best-selling author Dan Abrahams. Known for his work with elite athletes across soccer, golf, rugby, and Formula One, Dan shares insights on how to harness competitive spirit, transition seamlessly from sports to business, and avoid the pitfalls of burnout. Learn how intentional leadership, mindset mastery, and deliberate recovery can transform not only your performance but also your approach to life.
Key Moments
00:00 Taking Control of Your Performance
05:02 The Journey to Sports Psychology
10:01 The Power of Control in Sports and Business
15:13 Translating Competitive Spirit to Business
20:10 Mindset and Performance: The Key to Success
28:16 Mindset and Performance: The Feedback Loop
31:11 Leadership: Influence and Autonomy
40:17 Avoiding Burnout: The Importance of Rest
46:45 Multiple Identities: Balancing Life and Sport
Connect with Dan:
LinkedIn : @DanAbrahams
www.danabrahams.com
Dan’s Books:
Soccer Tough 1 & 2
Golf Tough
Soccer Brain
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