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783: How to Stop Letting Other People's Opinions Control You
782: 3 NeuroHacks to Quiet Your Brain Under Pressure with Dr. Izzy Justice, Sports Neuroscientist, Best-Selling Author, and Peak Performance Coach
781: How to Stop Fear of Failure From Holding You Back
780: How to Silence Self-Doubt and Build Confidence with Jenn Donahue, Retired Navy Captain, Keynote Speaker & Bestselling Author
779: How to Stop Fear From Controlling You
778: Your Performance Is Not Your Identity with Quinn Harwood
777: Collect the Evidence that You can Trust Yourself
776: The Science of Charisma: How to Build Presence, Power, and Warmth with Olivia Fox Cabane
775: I Was Nervous Before Good Morning America and That's the Point
774: Unique Is Better Than Better: How to Communicate with Confidence with Dr. Andrea Wojnicki
773: Confidence is Many Times Borrowed Before It's Built
772: What Got You Here Won't Get You There: Leadership, Confidence, and Lasting Change with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
771: BONUS! Confidence Under Pressure with Olympians Paul Juda and Kendell Williams
770: BONUS! Believe Bigger and Build Confidence Through Action with Evan Carmichael
769: Purposeful Feedback Grows Confidence
768: Why Most Leadership Advice Is Wrong with Larry Coval
767: Stop Waiting to Feel Ready
766: Now What? Stop Fixing Yourself and Start Creating Your Life with Gary John Bishop
765: Emotional Agility: The Missing Skill for High Performance with Kelly Ruta
764: Lead Your Best: Four Keys to Retaining Your Rock Stars with Joe Paulsen
763: Release Blame and Move Forward
762: Front Row Success: How to Stop Settling and Start Living Fully with Marilyn Sherman
761: Dump Your Slump: How to Get Unstuck and Bounce Forward with Dr. Jermaine Davis
760: Leading with Resilience: Finding Strength Through Life's Greatest Challenges with Tim Eggebraaten
759: How High Performers Rest
758: The Intentional Edge: Building Standards That Sustain Excellence with Jeff Jones
757: Building Confidence at Work: Why Gen Z Needs a New Playbook
756: The Courage to Move Forward
755: Unlock Your Potential with a Growth Mindset
754: The GPS Mindset: Grit, Purpose, and Strength Through Adversity with Kristin Gustafson, Keynote Speaker and Certified Coach
753: Protect Your Peace: The Power of Saying No
752: Leading Under Pressure: High Stakes Teamwork and Communication with Drew Moldenhauer
751: Steps to Quiet Your Inner Critic and Build Confidence
750: The Power of Small Wins
749: Translating Performance Across Sport and Business with Dr. Armin McCrea-Dastur
748: Train Your Trust
747: Building Self-Compassion Without Losing Your Edge with Danae Frentz, Mental Performance Consultant
746: Designing a Life You Want
745: Thinking Under Pressure with Max Pollack, Cognitive Performance Specialist with Special Forces
744: The Power of Focus
743: Elite by Choice: How Your Daily Decisions Shape High Performance with Lauren Johnson, Mental Performance Coach & Keynote Speaker
742: Winning More and Living Better: Mindset and Leadership with Zach Brandon, Mental Performance Coach and Founder of MVP Mindset Consulting
741: How to Speak with Confidence and Purpose with Jess Ekstrom, Founder of Mic Drop Workshop

740: The Truth About Limiting Beliefs
Have you ever felt ready… until doubt showed up? In this episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff shares how limiting beliefs, thoughts we repeat until they feel true, can quietly derail performance. Drawing from her own running career, she reveals how nothing changed physically in a race, only her thinking did. Listen to this episode and learn how to question those thoughts, refocus on what's true, and respond with confidence when it matters most. Key Takeaway: You don't need to eliminate doubt, you just need to stop believing everything you think. Power Phrase: My doubts are not facts. I trust the work I've put in. 🎯 Take Action 📅 April 17 | Virtual 👉 mentalperformancesummit.org

739: Train Your Mind. Perform Your Best.
"You don't rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your training." If you want to perform better under pressure, you have to train your mind. In this episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff shares how the Mental Performance Summit can help you build confidence, stay composed, and perform consistently, using the same tools as elite athletes and leaders. If there is one thing you attend this spring, let it be this! 💡 What You'll Gain Confidence under pressure Clear, focused thinking Tools you can use immediately 🎤 Featuring Josh Lifrak Lauren Johnson Kris Goodman Zach Brandon Dr. Kerry Guest 🎯 Take Action 📅 April 17 | Virtual 👉 mentalperformancesummit.org 💬 Today's Power Phrase: "I train my mind so I can perform at my best."

738: How Great Coaches Build Belief: Lessons from Mountain West Coach of the Year Jason Eck, Head Football Coach, University of New Mexico Lobos
In this episode of The High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff sits down with University of New Mexico Head Football Coach Jason Eck to explore what it truly takes to build belief inside a team. In his first season leading the Lobos, Coach Eck engineered one of the most remarkable turnarounds in college football—leading the program to nine wins, a bowl game appearance, and Mountain West Coach of the Year honors after being projected near the bottom of the conference. But behind the wins is something deeper. Coach Eck shares how leadership, culture, and mindset shape the foundation of a high-performing team. Drawing from more than two decades of coaching experience across Division II, FCS, and FBS football—including championship runs at Minnesota State and South Dakota State—he explains how leaders create environments where confidence grows and teams outperform expectations. Throughout the conversation, Eck discusses how belief is rebuilt in struggling programs, how players develop mental toughness for high-pressure moments, and why culture must become player-driven rather than coach-driven for lasting success. This episode is a powerful reminder that confidence and culture aren't built overnight. They are created through daily standards, aligned leadership, and a mindset that prepares teams to perform when the stakes are highest. You'll Learn: • How Coach Eck helped players build real confidence after a turnaround season • What leaders can do to help teams handle pressure and rising expectations • Mental habits athletes use to stay composed in high-stakes moments • How leaders rebuild belief in teams that haven't experienced success • Leadership lessons from rebuilding multiple football programs Episode Resources & Links Learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/ Follow University of New Mexico Football: (1) New Mexico Football (@UNMLoboFB) / X Follow Jason Eck on X: (1) Jason Eck (@Coach_Eck) / X Request a Free Mental Breakthrough Call with Dr. Cindra or her team: https://freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ Download our Confidence Research Study: https://confidencestudy.com/

737: Calm in the Storm: High Performance Lessons from the Weather with Belinda Jensen, Chief Meteorologist at KARE 11 & Creator of Bel the Weather Girl
In this episode of The High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff sits down with Belinda Jensen—Chief Meteorologist at KARE 11, science communicator, children's book author, and beloved "Bel the Weather Girl"—to explore what it takes to perform under pressure when the stakes are high and the forecast is uncertain. With more than three decades on live television, Belinda shares how she manages stress and decision-making during severe weather events, when clarity, calm, and trust matter most. She explains how high performers stay grounded when conditions change rapidly—and why preparation, presence, and purpose are essential to sustaining excellence over time. Throughout the conversation, Belinda reflects on her unconventional path into broadcasting, the resilience required to stay energized across a long career, and the mindset habits that help her balance demanding deadlines with family, writing, speaking, and community impact. She also shares why making complex science simple is a leadership skill—and how clear communication builds confidence, reduces fear, and helps people take action. Belinda also opens up about her passion for educating kids through her Bel the Weather Girl books, especially helping children manage anxiety around storms and inspiring young girls to see themselves in STEM careers. This episode is a powerful reminder that high performance isn't about controlling conditions—it's about learning how to stay steady, confident, and purposeful no matter what the forecast brings. You'll Learn: How to stay calm and focused during high-pressure moments Mindset strategies for making decisions when outcomes are uncertain Why clear communication builds trust and confidence Lessons in resilience from a 30+ year career in broadcast media How preparation and presence fuel consistent performance Ways to reduce fear and anxiety through education and understanding Advice for performing at your best—on air, at work, and in everyday life Episode Resources & Links Learn more about Belinda Jensen: https://beltheweathergirl.com/ Download our 2025 National Confidence Crisis Study: https://confidencestudy.com/ Request a Free Mental Breakthrough Call with Dr. Cindra or her team: https://freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ Learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/

736: FOPO Is Stealing Your Confidence
Quote of the Week: "To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." — Ralph Waldo Emerson Why do we care so much about what other people think, and how is it impacting our confidence? In this episode, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff and Lisa talk about FOPO — the Fear of Other People's Opinions, a term coined by performance psychologist Michael Gervais. When we let outside voices guide our decisions, our confidence shrinks and we start playing small. You'll hear why comparison is one of the fastest confidence killers, how FOPO quietly shows up in everyday moments, and what high performers do differently to stay grounded in their purpose instead of approval. If you've ever hesitated to speak up, share an idea, or pursue an opportunity because of what others might think—this episode is for you. Power Phrase of the Week: "I value feedback — but I don't outsource my identity. To download our full study report, visit: confidencestudy.com To Request a Free Breakthrough Call with a Mentally Strong Coach, visit: http://www.freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ To learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute, visit: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/ To learn about Dr. Cindra Kamphoff's speaking and coaching, visit: https://cindrakamphoff.com/ To follow Dr. Cindra on Instagram, visit: Cindra Kamphoff, PhD (@cindrakamphoff) • Instagram photos and videos

735: Trust Is the Strategy: How Leaders Retain Top Talent in a Changing World with Glen Guyton, Futurist, Certified Speaking Professional & Author of The Art of Harmonious Trust
In this episode of The High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff sits down with Glen Guyton—futurist, leadership strategist, and author of The Art of Harmonious Trust—to explore why trust is not a soft leadership concept, but a measurable performance strategy. Glen's work sits at the intersection of trust, employee retention, and future-focused talent development. Drawing from his experience across military, nonprofit, and corporate systems, Glen explains why competitive pay, perks, and policies often fail to retain high performers—and what leaders must understand about trust if they want people to stay, grow, and contribute at their highest level. Throughout the conversation, Glen introduces the concept of harmonious trust and breaks down how it differs from traditional conversations about culture. He shares the patterns he's observed in organizations that retain the right people—not just retain people—and the critical role direct supervisors play in engagement and quiet quitting. He also connects retention to skills development, workforce disruption, and future-ready talent strategy. This episode is a powerful reminder that organizations don't lose people because of change—they lose people when trust erodes during change. Leaders who build trust intentionally don't just improve morale—they create sustainable high performance. You'll Learn: Why trust is a performance strategy—not just a leadership value The real reason high performers leave even when compensation is competitive What "harmonious trust" means and how to build it The connection between skills gaps and employee retention How supervisors directly influence engagement and quiet quitting Early warning signs that commitment is slipping One practical habit leaders can implement immediately to strengthen trust Episode Resources & Links Learn more about Glen Guyton: https://www.glenguyton.com/ Order The Art of Harmonious Trust: https://www.glenguyton.com/ Download our 2025 Confidence Crisis Study: https://confidencestudy.com/ Request a Free Mental Breakthrough Call with Dr. Cindra or her team: https://freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ Learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/

734: Everyday Mentorship: The Leadership Skill That Builds Culture and Confidence Ted Ma, Leadership Strategist & Author
In this episode of The High Performance Mindset, Dr. Cindra Kamphoff sits down with Ted Ma—leadership strategist, researcher, author, and keynote speaker—to explore what truly separates average leaders from exceptional ones. Earlier in his career, Ted built and led a sales organization of more than 6,000 people across North America. But through that experience, he began asking a deeper question: What actually makes leadership sustainable, impactful, and human? That curiosity led him to study mentorship, trust, confidence, and culture—and to develop the concept of Everyday Mentorship. Throughout the conversation, Ted explains why leadership isn't about titles or authority—it's about the small, daily behaviors that build trust, confidence, and performance over time. He breaks down the "DNA" of high-performing teams, why culture is a true competitive advantage, and the common misconceptions leaders have when trying to shift culture. Ted also shares research-backed insights on what drives engagement and retention, the mental barriers that limit leadership confidence, and practical ways leaders can begin building stronger cultures immediately. This episode is a powerful reminder that high performance doesn't happen by accident—it's built intentionally, one conversation and one courageous leadership decision at a time. You'll Learn: What Everyday Mentorship really means—and why it matters now more than ever The DNA of high-performing sales teams Why culture is a competitive advantage (not just a buzzword) The biggest misconception leaders have about changing culture Research insights on trust, confidence, and engagement The mental barriers that limit leadership growth One practical framework leaders can implement immediately Episode Resources & Links Learn more about Ted Ma: https://realtedma.com/ Download our 2025 National Confidence Study: https://confidencestudy.com/ Request a Free Mental Breakthrough Call with Dr. Cindra or her team: https://freementalbreakthroughcall.com/ Learn more about the Mentally Strong Institute: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/