Grant Hackett's journey from Olympic gold medal glory to CEO of a $2 billion ASX-listed company offers a masterclass in high-performance mindset and leadership transition.

When Grant Hackett was 13 years old, he made a decision that would shape his entire life: he wasn't just going to the Olympics – he was going to win gold. This clarity of purpose drove him to become a three-time Olympic gold medallist who dominated the 1500m freestyle for 11 years. But what's truly remarkable is how he's applied that same championship mindset to transform Generation Development Group from a $50 million company to a nearly $2 billion enterprise.

The parallels between elite sport and executive leadership shine through Hackett's story. The margins in Olympic swimming are devastatingly small and this appreciation for detail and discipline informs his approach to business execution, where he focuses on consistent fundamentals while maintaining strategic clarity. His leadership philosophy emphasises creating teams with genuine purpose, clear objectives, and disciplined daily practices that accumulate toward significant achievements.

Want to learn how champion mindsets translate between worlds? Join us for this extraordinary conversation with one of Australia's most accomplished athletes turned business leaders.

Follow Grant Hackett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-hackett-oam-30820225/
Visit the Generation Development Group (ASX:GDG) website: https://www.wilsonsadvisory.com.au/

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