Summary

Dr. Carla Fowler, an MD PhD and executive coach, shares her background and journey into executive coaching. She discusses her interest in performance and achievement from a young age and how it led her to start her own coaching practice. Dr. Fowler defines performance science as the collection of ideas and research that help individuals achieve their goals. She highlights two key principles of performance science: brutal focus and cultivating power. Brutal focus involves translating dreams into actionable goals and identifying the most important tasks to drive progress. Cultivating power involves developing the ability to start and sustain efforts towards a goal, as well as continuously improving and iterating on one's approach. In this conversation, Carla Fowler, MD PhD, discusses the principles of performance science and how they can be applied to personal and professional growth. The 90-90-90 principle emphasizes the importance of consistent effort and starting early on the journey to success. Overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of failure is crucial for taking action and achieving goals. Reflecting on past challenges can provide insights into what works and what doesn't. Brutal focus involves prioritizing the most important tasks and not getting caught up in perfectionism. Learning to relish uncertainty is key to embracing growth and new opportunities.

Takeaways

• Performance science is the collection of ideas and research that help individuals achieve their goals.
• Brutal focus is the practice of translating dreams into actionable goals and identifying the most important tasks to drive progress.
• Cultivating power involves developing the ability to start and sustain efforts towards a goal, as well as continuously improving and iterating on one's approach.
• Parents play a significant role in shaping a person's career path and can provide support and guidance in pursuing unconventional paths. Consistent effort and starting early are key to success.
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and fear of failure is crucial for taking action.
• Reflecting on past challenges can provide valuable insights.
• Brutal focus involves prioritizing the most important tasks.

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