Why High Performers Lose Confidence as They Improve

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In this solo episode, David Sammel explores why confidence often becomes more fragile as we improve. Through relatable examples and practical insight, he explains how high performers can become trapped by perfectionism and lose sight of how far they’ve already come.David shares a powerful mindset shift: instead of focusing on what’s missing, learn to build on the success you’ve already created. This episode is a reminder that mistakes are part of growth, progress matters more than perfection, and maintaining perspective is one of the keys to long-term confidence and performance.🎙️ Locker Room Power with David SammelMindset and leadership for high performers from an Olympic-level coach.👇 Subscribe for weekly episodes that go inside the locker room.🔔 Hit the bell so you never miss a drop.Stay connected with David:⁠Website⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠

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This episode was published on May 14, 2026.

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In this solo episode, David Sammel explores why confidence often becomes more fragile as we improve. Through relatable examples and practical insight, he explains how high performers can become trapped by perfectionism and lose sight of how far...

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