In this episode, Carl reflects on conversations with Olympic silver medalist Haley Batten and what it really means to perform at a high level. Watching the intention and discipline behind an Olympian’s daily routine sparked a realization: high performance isn’t just for elite athletes. Any of us can approach our own work and lives with the same mindset by focusing on small improvements each day. Carl explores the idea of designing your “ultimate day,” holding the tension between striving for excellence and accepting imperfection, and building a life where getting a little better each day becomes its own kind of Olympics.
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