From Olympic Hurdler to Global Speaker
Shownotes
Title
From Olympic Hurdler to Global Speaker
Summary
In this episode of the Amplify Speakers podcast, host Chris Sund interviews Olympic hurdler and keynote speaker Sarah Wells. She shares her journey from Olympic athlete to impactful corporate speaker. She discusses the importance of mindset, resilience, goal setting, and the power of perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving excellence.
Takeaways
· Mindset and resilience in high performance
· Transition from sports to corporate speaking
· Goal setting and tracking progress
· The role of support systems and mentorship
· Balancing personal life and professional ambitions
· Focus on One Step at a Time
· Excellence in Pursuit of Goals
· Keep a journal to track progress and evidence of growth
· Share your goals with a trusted support system
· Schedule dedicated time for deep work on important projects
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility
02:07 Walk-up Song and Personal Energy
03:02 From Olympics to Speaking Career
05:02 Overcoming Disappointment and Finding Purpose
06:16 Building a Speaking Career Through Referrals
07:42 Connecting with the Audience and Authenticity
08:11 The Sport of Speaking and Continuous Improvement
09:21 Balancing Goals and Family Life
12:02 Focus on One Step at a Time
17:22 Moments of Wanting to Quit and Overcoming Challenges
28:51 The Role of Support and Mentorship
33:27 The Power of Pushing Beyond Limits
35:14 Extreme Situations and Perspective
36:36 Closing Remarks and Gratitude
Links
Sarah Wells’ Profile:
https://amplifyspeakers.com/sarah-wells/
Sarah Wells’ Website:
Sarah Wells’ LinkedIn: