Inside the Mind of a Chess Grandmaster: Maurice Ashley’s Winning Secrets
Success for the Athletic-Minded Man
Release Date: 05/27/2024
Success for the Athletic-Minded Man
#471 Reclaiming Your Day: 7 Lessons from a Two-Week Time Audit ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY What if you could reclaim hours of your day lost to distractions and low-value tasks? I did— now let me tell you how you can, too. Ever feel like you're sprinting through life but still falling short? I know the feeling. That’s why I decided to do something drastic— a 14-day time audit. And let me tell you, it didn’t just change how I work; it changed how I live. In this episode of , I’m peeling back the curtain on my journey through this intense audit,...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#470 Olympian David Karasek’s Proven Strategies for Overcoming Performance Anxiety #Olympics ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY If Roger Federer and Michael Phelps use it, you should too! Find out the mindset tricks that elite athletes swear by. What happens when you walk into a room at the Olympics and Michael Phelps is sitting there, doing the same breathing exercise you just learned from his mindset coach? Well, Swiss swimmer David Karasek knows and he’s here to tell you all about it. In this episode of the , I sit down with David, an Olympian,...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#469 Live Like a Pro: Structure Your Day Like an Elite Athlete ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY Want to perform at your best? Structure your day like an elite athlete! How do elite athletes like LeBron James and Lionel Messi fit everything into their day? Let’s break it down! You have days when you crush your goals, close deals, and feel invincible. We’re going to dissect what it takes to replicate those days consistently. Drawing from the routines of world-class athletes, I’ll show you how to build a high-performance plan tailored to your unique life in...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#468 Rescue Roulette: Harrowing Stories & Life Lessons From Coast Guard Rescue Pilot Fletcher Brown ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY Feel the adrenaline rush as retired Coast Guard pilot Fletcher Brown takes you inside his wildest rescues and shares some life lessons along the way! Imagine being in the icy grip of the North Atlantic— waves crashing around you, fighting to save lives as your helicopter teeters on the brink of disaster, knowing that every decision you make is the difference between life and death. For Fletcher Brown, a retired US Coast Guard...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#467 Behind the Glory: Olympians' Guide to Overcoming Setbacks and Finding Success ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY From training disasters to podium finishes, hear how Olympians turn setbacks into triumphs, and how you can too. The real path to gold! Listen as Olympians discuss their toughest battles and greatest wins. What if the secret to Olympic-level success could be yours? Spoiler alert: it’s not just about talent or training. Dive into the latest episode of and discover the untold stories and mindsets of Olympic legends that can transform your life. For...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#466 Inside the Medal of Honor Institute: Dr. Kevin Basik on Extraordinary Leadership and Bravery of MOH Recipients ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY The Medal of Honor is the United States' highest award for military valor in action. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Basik of the Medal of Honor Institute, shares lessons to help you bring your best to any situation. What does it take to go from ordinary to extraordinary? In this episode of , I sit down with Dr. Kevin Basik, Chief of Leadership Programs at the National Medal of Honor Institute, to uncover the secrets behind the...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#465 Behind the Medals: Harnessing the Olympian Mindset for Business and Life ----- Action Plan: Free Clarity Call: APPLY Ever wondered how you could think like an Olympian? Turns out, their mindset is something you can adopt. With the 2024 Paris Olympics coming this summer, what better time to dive into the minds of those who’ve reached the pinnacle of achievement! If you’re craving a dose of Olympic spirit, you're in the right place! In this two-part episode of , we’re unlocking the secrets of legends like Bonnie St. John, the trailblazing Paralympian, and...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#464 Mindset Tricks & Extreme Tactics: How Vince Poscente Became an Olympian in 4 Years ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY Vince Poscente’s Olympic secret? A pink rubber suit and a car roof. You’ve got to hear this! Ever wonder how someone goes from hitting the slopes for fun to competing in the Olympics in just four years? This is Vince Poscente’s story and he spills all this and more in this episode of . Vince is an Olympian and a New York Times bestselling author of eight books, which include “The Earthquake” and “The Age of Speed.” He is...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#463 Transform Your Life with a Pathfinder Vision: The Secret to Achieving Your Dreams ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY Unlock the key to achieving your biggest goals with a method inspired by top athletes and business leaders. Do you feel like you’re a hamster on a wheel? Constantly overworked. Barely having time for family. Your mind is still at work when you’re on vacation. I just spoke to a guy who's living this reality. He admitted that 90% of his peers are working fewer hours and making more money. How? What's their secret? In this , let me...
info_outlineSuccess for the Athletic-Minded Man
#462 Echoes of the Ancestors: D.J. Vanas on Modern Warrior Spirit ----- Action Plan: ACTION Free Clarity Call: APPLY Ever heard of a ceremony where men pierce their chests and pull themselves free to honor childbirth? What does it take to be a modern-day warrior? Have you ever wondered how deep the connection between pain and progress can go? Join me on this episode of as I sit down with D.J. Vanas. D.J. is not only a bestselling author and keynote speaker, but also an enrolled member of the Ottawa tribe and a former U.S. Air Force officer. His unique journey from...
info_outline#458 Inside the Mind of a Chess Grandmaster: Maurice Ashley’s Winning Secrets
-----
Action Plan: https://jimharshawjr.com/ACTION
Free Clarity Call: https://jimharshawjr.com/APPLY
How did a chess prodigy from Brooklyn conquer the world? Discover the game-changing moves of Grandmaster Maurice Ashley!
What does it take to become a grandmaster in chess?
It's a journey filled with intense competition, relentless focus, and unwavering determination.
In this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast, I sit down with Maurice Ashley, the first African-American Grandmaster, to delve into his remarkable journey from Brooklyn to the pinnacle of the chess world.
But this episode is more than just about chess; it’s a motivational guide to personal and professional growth.
Maurice shares how his early days in Brownsville’s rough neighborhood shaped his resilience and competitive spirit. He also opens up about the grueling path to earning the grandmaster title, drawing parallels between the strategic sacrifices on the chessboard and the calculated risks in life and business.
Maurice's story is a testament to the power of persistence, the importance of learning from failure, and the necessity of having the right mentors.
Whether you're aiming for a promotion, starting a business, or improving your personal and professional relationships, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration to help you harness your inner grandmaster.
Tune in to learn from a legend and discover how the principles of chess can elevate your game in business and life.
If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.