Azania Stewart: How an Olympic Mindset can Transform your Leadership

Azania Stewart - former Team GB Olympic basketball player and international sports commentator. In this candid conversation, Azania shares the importance of preparation, discipline, and navigating the rigorous demands of professional sports and the corporate world. Learn how she maintained her competitive edge while fostering healthy personal relationships, and why she advocates for a balanced approach to work and life to prevent burnout.We Cover: 05:09 – How self-belief and commitment drives success06:36 – Ditching the 5-year goals and focusing on in-the-moment progress13:08 – The sacrifices made to succeed in sport14:11 – Success requires going beyond a strict work-life balance and putting in the extra effort15:03 - The 5 P's - Preparation prevents piss poor performance16:09 – Don't let your job kill you, remember you are quickly replaced20:26 – In your twenties, focus on work. In your thirties, learn to separate your professional life from your personal one24:18 – Great leaders understand their team’s unique styles and adapt their approach without losing their authenticity28:46 – Coming out of retirement and remembering loving being a leader and winning32:02 – Experience is valuable, but it’s important to stay open to new ideas and learn from the younger generation36:43 – The challenge of transitioning from athlete to commentator 40:21 – Saying "no" helps prioritise personal commitmentsDon’t miss out on this powerful episode. 👍 Stay inspired by joining our YouTube community! Click the link, hit the subscribe button, leave a comment, and never miss an episode. Your support helps us empower courageous leaders like you!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2kZ-x8fDHKEVb222qpQ_NQ🚀 Elevate Your Leadership:Book a call for transformative leadership and team coaching:Website: https://thechangecreators.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannahowes/ → Join our newsletter for courageous leadership insights and advice. 👉 Subscribe here: https://the-change-creators.kit.com/1a5f3c9e54