Mental Fitness - Jess Sargus - Chief Endurance Officer with Greg McDonough - Episode # 107
How can trial lawyers train like elite athletes to perform at their peak? Today’s guest is fierce, focused, and unstoppable! Introducing Jess Sargus, CEO and founder of The Legal Athlete. Jess partners with host Gregory McDonough to share how combat sports principles can elevate courtroom performance. She also delves into building trust, managing stress, and preparing strategically for high-stakes trials.
Takeaways:
- Create a foundation of trust by being transparent and supportive. Engage in shared, challenging experiences to deepen mutual respect and understanding.
- Like in training, balance periods of intense work with rest and recovery to avoid burnout. Ensure your team is not overextended before major projects or events.
- Encourage yourself and your team to tackle tasks that are both exciting and intimidating. Use challenges as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Cultivate habits and routines that promote focus and the ability to stay present. Use techniques like deep breathing and personalized mantras to manage stress and enhance performance.
- Use past experiences of overcoming challenges to build resilience in your team. Remind your team of their ability to handle difficult situations based on their history of success.
- Leverage the combined knowledge and experience within your team to enhance overall performance. Encourage cross-disciplinary learning and application of techniques from different fields.
Quote of the Show:
- " We don't know what our limits are really until we test them." - Jess Sargus
Links:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicarichmansargus/
- Company website: https://thelegalathlete.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess_sargus/
- Email: jess@thelegalathlete.com
- Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLegalAthlete
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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.
