Mental Training Lab
Master your mental game with the Mental Training Lab, hosted by Pete Kadushin. With 15 years of coaching experience and a PhD in performance psychology, Pete digs deep each episode to provide practical tools and expert insights so you can perform your best when it matters most. Enhance your focus, harness stress, and overcome challenges whether you’re an athlete, leader, or high-performer. Subscribe to learn how to elevate your game in work, play, and life.
Mental Training Lab
From the Octagon to the Playground: How Environment Shapes Elite Performance with William Massey, PhD
Ever wondered what elite MMA fighters, elementary school playground dynamics, and high-performing leaders have in common? Turns out, a lot more than you’d think. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. William Massey, a pioneering sports psychology researcher renowned for his immersive approach to research, from literally stepping into the MMA octagon himself to meticulously observing recess interactions to decode performance under pressure.
William shares captivating stories from his groundbreaking research, exploring the powerful ways environment shapes behavior, performance, and leadership. We unpack his unique approach of total immersion, how trust and clarity drive team success, and why emotional awareness is crucial for leaders aiming to thrive under pressure.
If you’re curious about how your environment could be silently shaping your decisions, performance, and emotional states, or if you’re just fascinated by the idea of a researcher bravely taking punches to better understand human behavior, this episode will be a blast. Tune in for actionable insights and practical wisdom you can apply immediately to enhance your own performance and leadership effectiveness.
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