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Apolo Ohno stands as a towering figure of achievement, transitioning seamlessly from his illustrious career as a record-setting Olympic speed skater to a thriving entrepreneur and motivational speaker. With eight Olympic medals to his name, including two golds, Apolo remains the most decorated American Winter Olympian. His dominance on the ice not only captivated global audiences but also laid the foundation for his journey beyond sports.
In his post-athletic career, Apolo Ohno has flourished as a New York Times bestselling author, delving into topics of resilience and peak performance. He has also carved a successful path in business consulting, empowering organizations with strategies honed from his Olympic mindset. Apolo’s entrepreneurial ventures span various industries, where he applies the same dedication and focus that propelled him to sporting greatness. As a motivational speaker, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide with his personal story of overcoming adversity and achieving excellence, demonstrating how dedication and resilience are keys to success in any endeavor.
Apolo Ohno is the author of the New York Times best-selling memoir Zero Regrets: Be Greater Than Yesterday and Hard Pivot.
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Videos
The secret to winning a short track speed skating race
Apolo Ohno (8x Olympic Medalist) Reveals His Mental Hacks for Success · #156
The Playbook podcast w Apolo Ohno & Dave Meltzer
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Discover the mental strategies that helped Apolo become an Olympic champion and how to apply them to any field.
☑️ The power of visualization and goal setting
☑️ Developing resilience and perseverance
☑️ Embracing the journey, not just the destination
☑️ Cultivating a winning attitude
Learn from personal stories of significant life changes and how to navigate major transitions successfully.
☑️ Identifying when and why to pivot
☑️ Strategies for adapting to new challenges
☑️ Maintaining motivation during transitions
☑️ Turning setbacks into opportunities
A 5-set system designed to help you perform at the level of Olympic gold medalists and other high performers.
☑️ Gratitude: Cultivating a mindset of appreciation
☑️ Giving: The power of contributing to others
☑️ Grit: Building resilience and perseverance
☑️ Gearing up: Setting and achieving high standards
☑️ Go: Pushing beyond perceived limits
Embrace a life without regrets by making the most of every opportunity and decision.
☑️ The power of visualization and goal setting
☑️ Developing resilience and perseverance
☑️ Embracing the journey, not just the destination
☑️ Cultivating a winning attitude
Apolo’s journey with mental health, emphasizing the importance of awareness and support.
☑️ Recognizing and addressing mental health challenges
☑️ Fostering open conversations about mental health
☑️ Strategies for maintaining mental wellness
☑️ Building a support network
☑️ Resilience and Adaptive Performance
☑️ Team Culture & Excellence
☑️ Olympic Level Habits
☑️ Uncertainty and Clutch Performance
☑️ Finding Your Best Self
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