The Art Of Coaching

E271 | How to Not Choke: Strategies for Performing Under Pressure


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“Human beings under pressure are wonderfully unpredictable. Their nature is a puzzle to us all. When human beings are placed in an arena, and their hopes and fears are exposed in front of 1000s, they're likely to do extraordinary things. This is especially true if somebody has told them, “don't let us down.”  - Pat Moore

 

When faced with one of life's biggest moments- whether that's giving a speech at a loved one's wedding, interviewing for your dream job, or performing in front of a crowd of hundreds of strangers, the last thing we need to worry about is choking or freezing up. 

 

And yet, for many that's a very real concern. 

 

But freezing in big moments is not only avoidable, it's something that even the most seasoned of professionals deals with. And it's definitely not a reason to say no to these opportunities in the first place... 

In this episode we discuss:

  • What choking is and why it happens (07:00)
  • How to reframe your thoughts about your physiological responses (12:30)
  • What a sound, realistic routine looks like and how to not become a slave to it (21:30)
  • Strategies to help you build the skills necessary to handle high pressure situations and get the results you want (40:20)
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    If this is something you’re ready to dive into, to step out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in the experience you need to improve in this area, The Apprenticeship workshop is where you need to be.  This 2-day live event is centered around building the skills to perform - not just taking in more information.  Through experiential learning, we’ll provide you with the frameworks, tools, practice and feedback you need to truly enhance your performance in high stake situations.  Check out our entire live event schedule to choose your location today!

     

    Referenced Resources:

    E259: Understanding and Overcoming Perfectionism

    Webinar: Impact of Influence

    Quiz: What Drives You?

    Mighty Network: Our private non-social media-based community

    Facilitator Course: Get paid to teach with the AoC team

     

    Speaking of high pressure situations, if you’re a leader, coach, business owner, or if other people depend on you in any way, having a supportive community is an extremely beneficial tool to help you not get overwhelmed. This is why we’ve created The Coalition - a collection of committed professionals to bounce ideas off of, help you make big decisions, and offer a second opinion to make sure your blindspots are covered.  If you’d benefit from a group of experienced advocates in your corner, talk to our team and apply for The Coalition today! Spots are limited, so don’t wait.

     

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