“What if” planning

Episode Number

8

Drawing from personal stories, including insights from my son’s athletic journey and an Olympic gold medalist, I reflect on how athletes train for uncertainty and how we can bring that mindset into our everyday business challenges.

In this solo episode, I explore the powerful parallels between sport and business – and the big lesson we often miss: the importance of “what if” planning.

Drawing from personal stories, including insights from my son’s athletic journey and an Olympic gold medalist, I reflect on how athletes train for uncertainty and how we can bring that mindset into our everyday business challenges.

I walk through how to anticipate problems, develop contingency plans, and rehearse for real-world scenarios – especially the small, high-stakes moments that rarely get planned for. You’ll hear how something as simple as asking for a pause in a difficult meeting can be a strategic, intentional move.

If you’re a leader or change maker looking for ways to build resilience, reduce stress, and perform with more clarity – this episode is your reminder that preparation isn’t just for athletes. It’s for all of us.

Here are the highlights:

Sport and Business: Similarities and Differences (1:02)
Unique Challenges in Business and Sport (2:28)
Applying “What If Planning” in Business (4:26)
Practical Steps for “What If Planning” (7:49)

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