In this episode of The D2D Podcast, JP Arlie sits down with Olympic silver medalist and world champion bobsledder, Lauren Gibbs, who shares her inspiring journey from corporate sales to competing on the world stage.

Lauren talks about the power of mindset and perseverance, drawing valuable lessons from both her sales career and elite sports experience. She reflects on the challenges of managing commission-only sales teams and how those experiences prepared her for the pressure and discipline required in professional athletics.

In addition, Lauren dives into her co-authored book, The Medalist Mindset, which provides readers with practical strategies to adopt a champion's mentality in business and life. The conversation also covers the high-pressure moments leading up to the Olympics, the emotional aftermath, and her surprising decision to return to bobsledding after multiple surgeries.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into building resilience, staying focused on long-term goals, and maintaining high performance under pressure. Lauren’s ability to balance leadership roles in corporate sales, athletics, and now as VP of Business Development at Posse Foundation, offers inspiration to anyone striving for greatness.

You’ll find answers to key questions such as:

• How can lessons from sports help improve corporate sales performance?
• What mindset strategies can help salespeople overcome adversity?
• How do Olympians mentally prepare for high-pressure competitions?
• What are the keys to balancing a corporate career with athletic pursuits?
• How can I develop a champion’s mindset in both business and life?

Get in touch with Lauren Gibbs:

• LinkedIn: Lauren Gibbs on LinkedIn
• Instagram: @lagibs84
• Email: [email protected]

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