Leap of Faith - Melanie Curtis - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode # 099
How does embracing fear lead to peak performance? Today’s guest is Melanie Curtis, world record-holding professional skydiver, keynote speaker, and author. Introducing Melanie Curtis, founder of Highlight Pro Skydiving Team. Melanie partners with host Gregory McDonough to share her journey in skydiving, peak performance, and the power of fear in personal growth. She also delves into the importance of consistency, training, and embracing discomfort to achieve greatness.
Takeaways:
- Emphasize the importance of showing up and contributing consistently. Small actions accumulate to create larger outcomes.
- Embrace Fear and Discomfort. Recognize fear and discomfort as opportunities for growth. Supporting team members in stepping out of their comfort zones can lead to peak performance.
- Ensure team members are provided with comprehensive training that they can internalize and utilize instinctively during high-pressure situations.
- Promote a balanced approach to career and personal endeavors, accepting that priorities can shift over time. Provide an environment where team members feel safe to acknowledge and pursue their dreams, supporting them through necessary transitions.
- Focus on core values and personal growth, both in professional practices and in fostering a supportive team environment.
- Be open to new experiences. Encourage exploration and vulnerability in approaching new projects or initiatives, even if they are not perfectly polished at launch.
Quote of the Show:
- " I had to at least question what fear was telling me I couldn't do." - Melanie Curtis
Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniecurtis11/
- Company website: https://melaniecurtis.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melaniecurtis11/
- Email: mel@melaniecurtis.com
- Trust the Journey Podcast: https://www.trustthejourney.today/
- Psych-delics links: https://docs.google.com/document/d/10whPjDi-nD9h19VkgZvcxxy62uI4SGzWv4bqVOA9pyg/edit?tab=t.0
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Creators and Guests
Host
Gregory McDonough
Greg McDonough is a seasoned executive who has owned and operated businesses in the professional services sector, navigating them through both good and tough times. He brings his personal experience of knowing what it’s like to be ‘in the owner’s seat’ when working with clients, taking time to ask the questions others may not.
