“You Fail 7 Out of 10 Times” — Sports Lessons That Translate to Business & Parenting | Ep. 25

In sports — and in life — failure isn’t optional. It’s required.In this episode of Athletes in Sports, Mike Welch, Tournament Director of the 3M Open and former Minnesota Timberwolves executive, shares how sports shape resilience, leadership, and confidence in kids and adults alike.This conversation explores:Why athletes fail more than they succeed — and why that mattersHow youth sports prepare kids for business and real-world pressureParenting competitive athletes without burning them outCoaching your own child and handling wins and losses the right wayWhy development matters more than rankings, teams, or titlesFrom youth sports to professional sports leadership, this episode is packed with lessons for parents, coaches, athletes, and professionals navigating high-performance environments.This episode is powered by the InSports Foundation and the 3M Open.