So, are you interested in finding mastery?

Mastery is defined as a comprehensive knowledge or skill in a particular subject or activity.

This is subjective in nature as people’s interests and skills may vary, but what about the pursuit or mastery of oneself.

In this conversation with Dr. Michael Gervais, we investigate mastery of craft and self, and how they overlap. We talk about the relationship between mastery and performance and much more.

It is my personal belief that the pursuit of mastery and excellence is one of the worthiest pursuits in life, because through this focus we evolve and transcend our limitations.

Why?

Because the process demands so.

Dr. Michael Gervais is the founder of Finding Mastery, one of the world’s top high-performance psychologists and leading experts on the relationship between the mind and human performance. Dr. Gervais has spent his career being called on by the best of the best across the worlds of business, sport, the arts, and science when they need to achieve the extraordinary.

Their primary focus is working with leaders, teams, and organizations so they can thrive at the intersection of high performance and wellbeing.

After spending decades working with the world’s best in high-pressure environments—from Fortune 10 CEOs to Olympians to world record holders—Finding Mastery helps innovative companies solve the most dynamic and complex human performance challenges.

Dr. Gervais is also the founder and host of the Finding Mastery Podcast, the co-creator of the Performance Science Institute at USC, and his work has been featured by NBC, ABC, FOX, CNN, ESPN, NFL Network, Red Bull TV, The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Outside Magazine, WIRED, ESPN Magazine and more.

My hope is that today’s episode continues to inspire you to sharpen your sword whilst refining your edges. Enjoy.


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Notable moments in this episode:

(05:09) - From Seattle Seahawks to starting the ‘Finding Mastery’
(30:55) - Purpose and mastery
(45:46) - Difference between mastery of self and mastery of craft


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Follow Michael:

Website - https://findingmastery.com/
LinkedIn (Personal) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/
LinkedIn (company) - https://www.linkedin.com/company/finding-mastery/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/?hl=en
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/findingmastery/


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