Grow the Good

Competition, Motherhood, and the Business of Professional Sports with Beach Volleyball Player Betsi Flint


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Professional beach volleyball player Betsi Flint brings a unique perspective to our audience of endurance athletes and high performers. As the first volleyball player we've had on the podcast, she offers invaluable insights into the mental aspects that are so crucial to success in sports, life, and motherhood.

As a Team USA 7-time AVP champ, Betsi has earned Gold in China and Silver Medals in Canada and Australia in the Olympics. She has also nailed the delicate balance of motherhood and athletic career. 

Betsi shares candidly about the financial challenges of competing professionally in volleyball, shedding light on the often-overlooked realities of life as an athlete. Plus, we learn strategies and support systems that Betsi relies on to thrive in life and work.

Here are a few key takeaways:

- Finances of Professional Sports: Athletes rely on tournament placements, sponsors, and their own funds.
- Motherhood and Sports: How support from family, prioritizing recovery and sleep, and employing mental skills help to overcome challenges.
- Coping with Loss: Learn how Betsi uses Journaling, working with a mental coach, and using self-talk to help with mental preparation.
- Perspective on Competition: Can appreciating how others push us to higher levels provide a better perspective?
- Finding Purpose and Fulfillment: Why pursuits beyond just athletic achievements like inspiring others and connecting with family is important for ongoing motivation.

LINKS:

- Check out my solo episode, Rethinking Competition
Cultivating an adaptive mindset on competition

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The Grow the Good Podcast is produced by Palm Tree Pod Co.

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