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EPISODE · Feb 27, 2026 · 1H 27M

The TOP Principles of 0.01% Leaders

from The Victory Degree · host Nik Atanackovic

What separates champions from everyone else? In this episode, we break down the sports psychology behind elite performance — from Roger Federer winning just 54% of his points to Simone Biles stepping away to rebuild mentally and come back stronger. This isn’t about hype or highlight reels. It’s about how the best athletes in the world handle loss, manage pressure, and make decisions when outcomes are uncertain. We dive into why winning is a weak signal of decision quality, how obsession can both build greatness and destroy it, and why resilience — not raw talent — is the real separator at the highest levels of competition. If you’re an athlete, coach, competitor, or just someone chasing greatness, this conversation will completely reframe how you think about performance, failure, and long-term success. Connect with Sebastien:  Instagram: instagram.com/sebastienpagebook/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sebastien-page/ Buy "The Psychology of Leadership": amzn.to/4l06mgN Connect with Nik:  Instagram: instagram.com/victorywithnik/  Twitter: x.com/victorywithnik Other Episodes You May Enjoy: Josh Dobbs Spotify: spoti.fi/4cmtQXu Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4e9hmVB George Mumford Spotify: spoti.fi/4bIywaR Apple Podcasts: apple.co/45ltHBR Dr. Jim Loehr Spotify: spoti.fi/3yyddu8 Apple Podcasts: apple.co/3AcnX21

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What separates champions from everyone else? In this episode, we break down the sports psychology behind elite performance — from Roger Federer winning just 54% of his points to Simone Biles stepping away to rebuild mentally and come back stronger. This isn’t about hype or highlight reels. It’s about how the best athletes in the world handle loss, manage pressure, and make decisions when outcomes are uncertain. We dive into why winning is a weak signal of decision quality, how obsession can both build greatness and destroy it, and why resilience — not raw talent — is the real separator at the highest levels of competition. If you’re an athlete, coach, competitor, or just someone chasing greatness, this conversation will completely reframe how you think about performance, failure, and long-term success.

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