EPISODE · Sep 1, 2025 · 14 MIN
135. You Can Still Show Up
from Impact Ready · host Steph Saffer
In this episode, Steph discusses the underrated skill of performing well even when one doesn't feel their best. Drawing from personal experiences and examples like Michael Jordan's famous 'flu game', she emphasizes the importance of showing up and delivering results despite suboptimal conditions. The conversation explores the concept of self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability to succeed, and how it influences performance. Steph challenges listeners to recognize areas in their lives where they can step up and perform at a higher level, regardless of circumstances.Chapters00:00 Welcome and Transition into Fall00:00 The Importance of Performing Well When Not at Your Best01:48 Michael Jordan's Stomach Flu Game: A Lesson in Resilience04:19 Challenging the Need for Perfect Conditions07:30 The Role of Self-Efficacy in Performance10:10 Radical Ownership and Resilience11:50 The Challenge to Show Up and DeliverSign up for "The Impact Effect" newsletter at stephsaffer.com.
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In this episode, Steph discusses the underrated skill of performing well even when one doesn't feel their best. Drawing from personal experiences and examples like Michael Jordan's famous 'flu game', she emphasizes the importance of showing up and delivering results despite suboptimal conditions. The conversation explores the concept of self-efficacy, the belief in one's ability to succeed, and how it influences performance. Steph challenges listeners to recognize areas in their lives where they can step up and perform at a higher level, regardless of circumstances.Chapters00:00 Welcome and Transition into Fall00:00 The Importance of Performing Well When Not at Your Best01:48 Michael Jordan's Stomach Flu Game: A Lesson in Resilience04:19 Challenging the Need for Perfect Conditions07:30 The Role of Self-Efficacy in Performance10:10 Radical Ownership and Resilience11:50 The Challenge to Show Up and DeliverSign up for "The Impact Effect" newsletter at stephsaffer.com.
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