Mind Over All

“Golf is not a game of perfect.” – Bob Rotella

One of the world’s most respected sports psychologists, Dr. Bob Rotella, has spent decades coaching elite athletes, CEOs, and high performers across industries. His core message is simple yet powerful: success is won, or lost, in your mind long before it ever shows up in your results.

In his book Make Your Next Shot Your Best Shot, Rotella reminds us that whether you’re standing over a golf ball, launching a business, or making a career-defining decision, your thoughts shape your outcomes.

Belief drives behavior. Champions act with conviction because they trust in their abilities, even when circumstances aren’t perfect. That belief influences every choice and every action.

Focus beats fear. Most people replay mistakes in their minds and let doubt creep in. The best performers refuse to dwell on the last shot. They give their full attention to the next opportunity in front of them.

Resilience is a mental muscle. The strongest don’t avoid pressure. They embrace it, reframing nerves as fuel. They’ve trained their minds to stay steady when the stakes are highest.

The boardroom isn’t all that different from the fairway. You’ll face setbacks, but your response matters more than the stumble itself. The shot you just took, whether a presentation, a client pitch, or a networking conversation, is already in the past. The only thing you control is the next one.

Success in business, like in golf, isn’t about flawless execution. It’s about showing up with clarity, confidence, and composure, over and over again.

The next time you’re stepping into a big moment, leading a meeting, asking for a raise, or presenting a bold idea, pause and ask yourself: am I approaching this with the belief and focus of someone who expects to succeed?

If not, take a breath and reset. Remember Rotella’s wisdom: make your next shot your best shot.

Your career isn’t about perfection. It’s about being present, confident, and ready for the next swing.

Choose one area this week where you’ve been letting doubt or overthinking creep in. Replace the mental chatter with intentional belief: I am prepared. I am capable. My next shot is my best shot.

As always, let us know how we can help you navigate your world as you navigate the world.

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See you next Tuesday!