Jenneke’s Lesson in Grit: Battling Through Injury at the Paris Olympics
Australia’s Michelle Jenneke’s journey in the Olympics might not have ended with a medal, but it was a powerful display of mental toughness, grit, and perseverance. The 31-year-old hurdler faced an enormous challenge during the competition, one that would have caused many athletes to withdraw. However, Jenneke’s determination and unyielding spirit became the defining elements […]
Redefining Toughness: How Harry Garside’s Vulnerability Showed True Strength at the Olympics
In the early hours of Monday, week one of the Paris Olympic Games, Australian boxer Harry Garside provided a poignant Olympic moment that perfectly captured the depth and nuance of mental toughness. Showing vulnerability, strength, and grace in a moment of heartbreak, Garside apologised to the nation for losing a match that, on paper, he […]
Resilience in Business: Lessons from Olympic Athletes
How can lessons from the remarkable world of Olympic athletes and their unparalleled resilience inspire business leaders to achieve long-term success? As billions tune in to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, we are reminded that pursuing excellence requires unwavering determination, continuous learning, and the ability to adapt to change. Accenture’s Resilience Index highlights six critical […]
Making Waves: Katie Ledecky’s Journey to Olympic Greatness
In her memoir, released today, “Just Add Water: My Swimming Life,” Katie Ledecky shares her journey to becoming one of the greatest swimmers of all time. She attributes her success to a supportive, low-pressure upbringing, an unwavering positivity, and a deep love for the sport. Despite not initially dreaming of Olympic glory, Ledecky has since […]
Mental Fortitude: The Key to Olympic Triumph
Former world No. 1 Lee Chong Wei emphasizes the importance of mental toughness for Malaysian athletes competing in the Paris Olympics. With less than 50 days until the event, Chong Wei advises shuttlers to focus on mental preparation rather than learning new tricks or tactics. Drawing from personal experience, he explains that the Olympics are […]
Olympians’ Secrets to Mental Toughness: Lessons from Paris 2024 Athletes and the Power of Coaching
Mastery of mental toughness, nurtured by skilled coaching, empowers elite athletes to conquer the Paris 2024 Olympics, fostering resilience, self-belief, and perseverance in their pursuit of Olympic success.