Courage and Resilience - Jamie Whitmore - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode # 072

Chief Endurance Officer

Welcome to another captivating episode! Today’s guest is an inspiring athlete who shows the true meaning of resilience and endurance! Meet Jamie Whitmore, a remarkable Paralympian who has exemplified true grit and determination. Jamie joins host Gregory McDonough to share the importance of an endurance mindset, which has significantly helped her throughout her life, particularly in facing and overcoming cancer. She also delves into being attuned to your body and celebrating wins of all sizes.

Takeaways:

• Actively listen to your team members and advocate for their needs, much like advocating for one’s health. Seek to understand and address concerns authentically.
• Just like athletes prepare mentally and physically for races, leaders should prepare for important meetings or projects with strategic planning and visualization of success.
• Embrace an endurance mindset to navigate through personal and professional challenges. Understand that setbacks can be opportunities for growth and development.
• Foster an inclusive environment that normalizes and accommodates disabilities, ensuring that everyone feels seen and valued. Educate your team about inclusivity and adaptive challenges.
• Share stories of overcoming adversity with your team to inspire and cultivate a culture of resilience and optimism.
• Develop strategic thinking akin to race strategies—prepare for different scenarios, stay adaptable, and remain focused under pressure.
• Promote a balanced approach to health and well-being, encouraging both physical activity and mental health support within your organization.

Quote of the Show:

• "Every day that I get on my bike, even if it is a bad day, is an amazing day to be on my bike." - Jamie Whitmore

Links:

• Jamie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutzytrigirl/?hl=en
• Jamie’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialjamiewhitmore/
• Team USA website: https://www.teamusa.com/profiles/jamie-whitmore-810516

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