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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 1H 7M

#82- The Season That Changed Everything — Michael Hollick’s Story

from Xpect Performance · host Clinton Shum

Michael Hollick’s career is proof that progress in professional sport is rarely linear.Turning professional in 2011, Michael spent more than a decade grinding on the Sunshine Tour before finally earning his DP World Tour card for the first time — a milestone that almost never came. In this conversation, Michael opens up about the season where everything nearly fell apart, how close he came to losing his tour card, and the uncomfortable changes that forced a complete reset in both mindset and approach.We dive into how he’s evolved as an athlete by diversifying the way he earns, removing pressure from performance, and building a more sustainable model for success. Michael also reflects on how becoming a father to two young daughters reshaped his priorities and ultimately improved the way he competes.This episode is a masterclass in patience, adaptation, and long-term thinking — for athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating uncertainty while chasing something meaningful.Follow Mike's journey below:⁠Instagram ⁠If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe. Much love, Clint

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Michael Hollick’s career is proof that progress in professional sport is rarely linear.Turning professional in 2011, Michael spent more than a decade grinding on the Sunshine Tour before finally earning his DP World Tour card for the first time — a milestone that almost never came. In this conversation, Michael opens up about the season where everything nearly fell apart, how close he came to losing his tour card, and the uncomfortable changes that forced a complete reset in both mindset and approach.We dive into how he’s evolved as an athlete by diversifying the way he earns, removing pressure from performance, and building a more sustainable model for success. Michael also reflects on how becoming a father to two young daughters reshaped his priorities and ultimately improved the way he competes.This episode is a masterclass in patience, adaptation, and long-term thinking — for athletes, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating uncertainty while chasing something meaningful.Follow Mike's journey below:⁠Instagram ⁠If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe. Much love, Clint

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