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Mastering the Mind Game: MLB to Consulting

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Joshua Lifrak is currently the Director of Coaching and Performance for the Limitless Minds Organization founded by Russel Wilson, his brother Harry Wilson, and the mental performance legend Trevor Mowaod. He also runs his own consulting business Lift Up Consulting where he has clients from all over the world and regularly delivers speeches, workshops, and consults.

Josh's career began with an internship at IMG Academy, the Hogwarts of Youth Sports where many superstar draft athletes train where all his contemporaries have gone on to work in major organizations across the MLB and more. Josh was brought in as the Director of Mental Skills for the Chicago Cubs and ended up helping them break a 108-year drought and win the World Series.

We talked about his journey, the field of mental performance, being a good human, changing culture, working with the Godfather of sports psychology Ken Ravizza, and much more!

Takeaways:

  • Everyone has potential and greatness inside them; recognizing and nurturing that is vital.
  • The power of mindset can lead to significant improvements in performance and life.
  • You don't need to wait for a problem to seek mental performance coaching.
  • Building a strong team culture enhances overall performance and individual success.
  • The journey to success involves consistent effort and the willingness to learn.
  • Effective communication and understanding social cues are crucial in coaching and parenting.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

  • IMG Academy
  • Chicago Cubs
  • New York Mets
  • Limitless Minds

Links referenced in this episode:


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Joshua Lifrak is currently the Director of Coaching and Performance for the Limitless Minds Organization founded by Russel Wilson, his brother Harry Wilson, and the mental performance legend Trevor Mowaod. He also runs his own consulting business Lift Up Consulting where he has clients from all over the world and regularly delivers speeches, workshops, and consults.

Josh's career began with an internship at IMG Academy, the Hogwarts of Youth Sports where many superstar draft athletes train where all his contemporaries have gone on to work in major organizations across the MLB and more. Josh was brought in as the Director of Mental Skills for the Chicago Cubs and ended up helping them break a 108-year drought and win the World Series.

We talked about his journey, the field of mental performance, being a good human, changing culture, working with the Godfather of sports psychology Ken Ravizza, and much more!

Takeaways:

  • Everyone has potential and greatness inside them; recognizing and nurturing that is vital.
  • The power of mindset can lead to significant improvements in performance and life.
  • You don't need to wait for a problem to seek mental performance coaching.
  • Building a strong team culture enhances overall performance and individual success.
  • The journey to success involves consistent effort and the willingness to learn.
  • Effective communication and understanding social cues are crucial in coaching and parenting.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

  • IMG Academy
  • Chicago Cubs
  • New York Mets
  • Limitless Minds

Links referenced in this episode:


  continue reading

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