Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan Gonsalves

74: Alex Cech - An Olympian's Journey, From the Rowing Lanes to Business Innovation


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Have you ever wondered what it takes to earn a spot in the Olympic Games? Join us as we sit down with Alex, an Olympian, coach, and entrepreneur, who gives us a fascinating look into her journey from the swimming pools of South Africa to the rowing lanes of the Olympics. It's an incredible story of resilience, tenacity, and the sheer will to succeed, even when the odds seem impossible.

Alex's remarkable transformation from an athlete to a coach and finally to an entrepreneur is nothing short of inspiring. Hear about her relentless pursuit of her Olympic dream that didn't falter even after he transitioned into coaching. Her journey to stand shoulder to shoulder with the world's best athletes on the starting line of the Games is a testament to the power of perseverance. He also takes us along on her introspective journey post-Olympics, revealing how it led him on a new path to coaching.

Tune in to learn more about:

  • Difference between the beauty and  love she had for swimming and rowing
  • What Alex aspired from rowing after it became alive in her life
  • Her love for beauty and excellence and how when it faded, it clouded her performance
  • Where she had placed her academic life in pursuit of her sporting dream
  • Why does she have the what else mindset even whilst being focused on going to the Olympics
  • Her business ventures after moving on from sports
  • The extent she was fearful and scared of her newfound business ventures and how she went about it 
  • Why you should prioritize celebrating every win as you match the result

…and so much more!

Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out http://www.2ndwind.io 

Links:
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-cech

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Career Clarity with Athletes: A 2ndwind Podcast with Ryan GonsalvesBy Ryan Gonsalves