Wired2Win Radio

In this conversation, high-performance coach Phil Beckner discusses his central message of 'be better, be different.' He explains that being better means maximizing your greatest God-given gifts and strengths, while being different means displaying character through your behaviors and responses. Phil emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and setting high standards, while also giving yourself grace. He shares examples of player identities, such as being the ultimate teammate or a menace, and highlights the need for clarity and execution in achieving goals. Phil also discusses the challenge of follow-up and the importance of one-on-one coaching and continuous learning. In this conversation, Phil Beckner discusses the importance of failure and the mindset needed to overcome it. He shares the story of Damian Lillard and how failure motivated him to develop his deep shooting range. Phil emphasizes the need to not skip steps in the process of improvement and highlights the importance of having a clear vision and effective communication in building high-performing teams. He also talks about his daily habits, such as reading, praying, running, and being ruthless about his schedule and lists. Phil mentions Rod Olson as his mentor and recommends the book 'The Power of a Humble Life' by Richard Simmons III.

Keywords

high-performance, be better, be different, self-awareness, standards, player identity, clarity, execution, follow-up, one-on-one coaching, continuous learning, failure, mindset, deep shooting range, vision, communication, high-performing teams, daily habits, mentor, book recommendation

Takeaways

• Being better means maximizing your greatest God-given gifts and strengths.
• Being different means displaying character through your behaviors and responses.
• Self-awareness and setting high standards are crucial for personal growth.
• Player identities, such as being the ultimate teammate or a menace, can drive performance.
• Clarity and execution are essential in achieving goals.
• Follow-up and one-on-one coaching are necessary for sustained improvement.
• Continuous learning and growth are key to success. Failure can be a powerful motivator for improvement and success.
• Having a clear vision and effective communication are essential for building high-performing teams.
• Daily habits such as reading, praying, running, and being organized can contribute to personal and professional growth.
• Having a mentor can provide valuable guidance and support.
• The book 'The Power of a Humble Life' by Richard Simmons III is recommended for personal development.

Titles

• Clarity and Execution: Keys to Achieving Goals
• Setting High Standards and Giving Yourself Grace The Impact of a Mentor
• Daily Habits for Personal and Professional Growth

Sound Bites

• "If you're better, it's an advantage. If you're different, it's an advantage. But if you're ever both, you have a chance to be elite."
• "The ultimate form of different will be displayed by your character."
• "Start with a game plan, separate yourself, and set up guardrails to stay on track."
• "You gotta be able to shoot it from further out."
• "I'm not scared of the result. If I miss, I don't care what they're going to say about me."
• "People aren't patting you on the back for being successful or for trying hard and uncomfortable things. They're putting a target on your back."